- Make a sketch of the problem at hand. This helps in analyzing the problem.

- Be precise. Describe every step in your argumentation explicitly.

- Explain the symbols you use.

- if you need a formula that is not given on the formula sheet, derive it first.

- Practice makes (almost) perfect. The book contains many assignments. Use this.

- Do not make assessors guess what you are trying to say. Make it easy for them to see that you understand the matter.

- Write clearly!