Alright, just got done with the exam..
Came in an hour early, decided to get started, ‘cuz why not..
Teslet 1 – It went well. Basics and yadayada. I encountered few trouble questions in the way but when I went past halfway, questions became much easier. Submitted with 3:24 on clock.
Teslet 2 – The early questions were relatively moderate, but as I approached halfway, it got harder. Choices were confusing. Submitted with 2:44 on clock.
Teslet 3 – Both SIMs were drop-down boxes. The first one had 8 boxes, the second one had 16 boxes. I struggled with the second one because I studied for that part for a bit, so I spent a good time on it. Submitted with 2:00 remaining.
Took 15 min break with Lays and water bottle on hand, went outside to walk around then signed back in.
Teslet 4 – 2 drop-down box and 1 research. So I tackled the research question first, which took me about 8 mins. Both of the drop-down box SIMs were quite tricky. Good thing I was able to check AICPA sample test for AUD. I was able to grasp ideas on how to deal with a particular SIM question. Submitted at 1:00.
Teslet 5 – It was not bad, the least difficult SIMs section I'd say. All drop-down boxes with fewer boxes to fill. I had 24 mins left after I finished answering the 3rd SIM, spent it on reviewing answers (which probably isn't a good idea whatsoever)
The Good:
I managed my time SO. WELL. hopefully I wasn't rushing the exam. I started “not” flagging the unanswered questions that I'd revisit later. The MCQs mostly asked me about my STRENGTHS.. and NO DRS?!?! Very surprising..
The Bad:
There were a few areas that I realized I didn't give enough time to review during my final weeks of prepping. Location wise, they had heaters on and I was wearing sweatshirt.
The Ugly:
Like others have said, pretty much nothing can prepare you for SIMs, but checking the AICPA sample test kinda gives you the idea what could appear on exam.
Going back to FAR..
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