Scales are a great way to develop finger strength and dexterity. However, with standard fingering (eg right hand 123,1234,123,12345 - ascending) finger 5 gets a raw deal over 2 octaves, whilst 123 gets used EIGHT times if ascending and descending. Therefore an exercise using only 4 and 5 or 3,4,5 is good. Eg start on a high C and play cba. bag, agf, gfe, fed, using 345. Do it in short doses though! Once at the start of practice and perhaps at the ned of practice as well.
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Sitting piano exams inevitably involves performing. Thus its not just about knowing the pieces well at home in private - its about having sufficient performance-capability in front of strangers (e.g. examiners). Adult beginners are particularly prone to this problem.
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