* Allocate your time effectively: You can prioritize questions you know you can answer quickly, building confidence and ensuring you don't run out of time for sections you find more challenging.
* Identify question types: Understanding the format helps you prepare mentally and strategize your approach for different question styles (multiple choice, essay, etc.).
* Reduce anxiety: Getting a sense of the overall test length and difficulty can alleviate some pre-test anxiety.
While this is a generally good approach, it's important to adapt it to the specific test instructions and your own testing style. Some people prefer to jump straight into the questions, but even then, a quick glance at the overall length is still advisable.