[PJ]

Just a quick question, how would you compare the Becker Final Exam for BEC vs. the actual? Is it harder, easier, can it be compared at all? Would you say Becker prepared you well?

Thanks

[Veronica75]

I used Becker. I took the Final Review course in Dallas which finally pushed me over the 75 hump. Unfortunately, or fortunately for me, the teacher did not teach out of the Becker book or Becker Final Review book. She taught variances in a completely different way and it finally clicked with me. BEC was really difficult for me for some reason… it all depends on you.

FAR - 79 (2x)
AUD - 81 (expired), 77!
REG - 74! omg (3x) 87!!!!!!! I'm done! OMG!
BEC - 81 (4x)

[Anonymous]

Pretty much similar with more in depth questions in BEC. As long as you know the formula, you will do fine. Also some of the MCQ need your logic thinking so you just have to be mindful about choosing the right answer. I took BEC twice, the first one was 2005 and I passed with 75. However I did not finish it so I have to take everything again back in 2011. I passed BEC the second time with 76, both instances I used Becker. Don't forget to follow Becker guidelines on the writing, it helps me to get the comparable score since writing is not my strongest skill.

AUD – 79

FAR – 79

BEC – 76

REG – 73, 78

[PistolPete]

@Veronica, I'm considering taking the final review course in Dallas for REG. I'm hoping it will get me over that hump. Can you give me your thoughts on the course? Obviously you passed, so it was worth it, but any other feedback? Sorry to hijack the BEC thread…

FAR - 68, 79
AUD - 82
REG - 71, 71, 80
BEC - 76

CMA
Part 1: October 2013
Part 2: January 2014

[Peanut]

@PJ, I think you're talking about the Becker simulated exam? Here are my scores below

Simulated exam #1

Testlet 1 83

Testlet 2 79

Testlet 3 66

Simulated exam #2

Testlet 1 79

Testlet 2 66

Testlet 3 41 (lol)

79 on the actual exam. I think the Becker final exams are really good practice for the actual exam. Just don't let it destroy your confidence if you do not do well

AUD 81 (X4) Previous scores 59, 72, 72
REG 80 (X3) Previous scores 59, 60
FAR 75 (X2) Previous score 67
BEC 79 (X2) Previous score 58

[jenuno01]

@Peanut, love that 41 on Testlet 3 haha!

Class of 2012

[Peanut]

Lol! I know, terrible. I think the day I did the second simulated exam I was exhausted by the third testlet—clearly

AUD 81 (X4) Previous scores 59, 72, 72
REG 80 (X3) Previous scores 59, 60
FAR 75 (X2) Previous score 67
BEC 79 (X2) Previous score 58

[yankeeaccountant]

@Peanut

did you see BakedCPA's post the other day?! He is seriously sooo sweet.

[jenuno01]

@Peanut – Yeah, I figured as much….I still think it's awesome though lol

Class of 2012

[Peanut]

@yankee, No I don't think I did! Which thread? This site has been bumping lately I can't keep up!

AUD 81 (X4) Previous scores 59, 72, 72
REG 80 (X3) Previous scores 59, 60
FAR 75 (X2) Previous score 67
BEC 79 (X2) Previous score 58

[yankeeaccountant]

I think it was the one Hopeful_cpa started when we both passed. But you could find Baked's name on the main forum page on the bottom of the screen, it should tell you his last post and you can select the thread there.

He is such a kind soul. Of course since I am such an old lady, it was waterworks for me. OIY!!

[Mayo]

Took 1 practice exam and got like a 76 or something. Actual exam was an 88.

I felt Becker prepared me well for almost all the MCQs I saw on the exam. The cost accounting section is waay harder in thereview versus what I saw on exam day.

Mayo, BBA, Macc

[Peanut]

It says he commented on that thread but when I go to the thread I can't see it?? I hope my acct isn't messed up again. .

AUD 81 (X4) Previous scores 59, 72, 72
REG 80 (X3) Previous scores 59, 60
FAR 75 (X2) Previous score 67
BEC 79 (X2) Previous score 58

[yankeeaccountant]

@Peanut:

Here it is :

Not the least bit surprised—I write this as a proud peer of Yankee and Peanut. Keep it up! The finish line is within sight—are you going to jog the last stretch? Nope…you're going to sprint until the end—dig down deep, its going to take determination and the same work ethic the other 3 passing scores required. I am happy for you both, but we aint poppin champagne just yet….finish strong! I'll be here pulling for you, with a bottle of champagne waiting. (BakedCPA)

[Minimorty]

@Peanut – https://www.another71.com/cpa-exam-forum/topic/yankee-peanut/page/2

[yankeeaccountant]

@mini

thanks! I guess I took the road less travelled 😉

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