Know your terminology To ensure that you understand the terminology, see if you can restate the problem in your own words. Translate equations into English sentences. Use 3x5 flashcards to study special terms. If you understand the basic concepts behind the formulas, it is easier to recall them accurately. More importantly, you will probably be able to recreate the formulas if your recall falters.
Understanding is always preferable to memorization.
Use summary sheets Groups of terms and formulas can be easier to memorize if you list them on a sheet of paper or put them on 3x5 cards. Mind map summary sheets allow you to see how various kinds of problems relate to one another. Several approaches or formulas may work, though one may be more efficient than another. Be willing to think about the problem from several angles or proceed by trial and error. When practicing, time yourself Sometimes speed counts.