Review mistakes in a way that changes next time

A mistake log is only useful if it changes what you do on the next problem.

The main idea

For each missed question, write what you thought, what the correct trigger was, and what you will do next time.

A short example

If you used total speed instead of vertical component, the next-time rule is: draw components before any kinematics equation.

Check while you solve

• Name the exact wrong move.
• Name the clue you missed.
• Write a next-time rule in one sentence.