JAMB 2025: “I’ll Answer What I Can — The Rest Is Random Selection” — Candidate Shares Honest View on Mathematics

A candidate, Drey Zephyr, has opened up about his strategy for facing one of the most feared subjects in the UTME — Mathematics. While some go in with full confidence, Drey took a different, honest approach.

“Maths — I’ll answer the few I can, but the rest I’ve made up my mind, it’s random selection.”

His words reflect what many students quietly go through during the exam. Despite efforts to study and prepare, some questions can still feel too tough, and in the heat of the moment, random guessing becomes the only option.

A Real Look Into the JAMB Struggle

Drey’s statement may sound casual, but it reveals the pressure candidates face when:

• The timer is running out
• Difficult questions keep coming
• Confidence begins to drop

Instead of giving up completely, Drey chose to at least attempt the ones he knew and use strategy to guess the rest — something many candidates also silently do.

Is Random Selection a Good Idea?

While it’s always best to prepare as much as possible, when you’re stuck:

• Random selection is still better than leaving questions blank.
• You might end up picking the right answers by chance.
• But it’s a reminder of how important early preparation and consistent practice are — especially in subjects like Mathematics.

To Every Candidate Feeling This Way

You’re not alone. Drey just said what many others are afraid to admit. JAMB can be tough, but sometimes, it’s about doing your best with what you know and hoping for the best in the rest.

Stay strong, keep trying, and remember — even random guesses have a chance.