[FAR] Exam Prep and Score Releases: April/May 2010 - Page 67

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  • #232242
    Anonymous
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    cpa journey,
    Just realize that practicing as many simulations as you can is great, but I'd almost guarantee that your actual test simulations will have totally different topics.  Pacticing simulations helps you manage your time and re-enforces the material (expecially journal entries and financial statements).  Learn the material the best you can through MC questions (if your MC question deals with the CR to a journal entry, make sure you also understand the DR) and you should be prepared for the simulations.  

    #232243
    PursuitCPA
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    Like Jeff I was there and I made it through.

    CPA EXAM - Passed

    #232244
    Anonymous
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    Thanks BShep

    #232245
    Magayon
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    CPAwannabe,  I know you took your exam today.  How was it?  Goodluck!  I was gonna take it today, too, but had to rescheduled.  Hope everything went well.  So, how was the beast? 

    FAR: 7/3(87)
    BEC: 8/31(75)
    AUD: 11/15(81)
    REG: 8/31(83)
    I'M DONE!!!!!

    #232246
    Anonymous
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    The test was a fair one; however, I didn't study enough. My testlets seemed to get progressively easier so I know that was a bad sign. I did a lot of guessing. I went in knowing I would test again in July. I just didn't want to waste a testing window again.

    On a good note, I flew through the MCQ (mostly guessing “c”) and had plenty of time to do the simulations, although it didn't really help. I got one written communication I had last time as well as two tabs that were from my previous exam. 
    I'm going to maintain my study schedule and pretend like today never happened.

    #232247
    Anonymous
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    OMG!!!!!!!!!!  76 baby!  The fat lady is singing sweet sweet U.S. GAAP.  Thank you to all who were with me on this journey!  May your balance sheet balance, cash flows flow, and your fingers be like lightening on the 10-key!  Now to enjoy the good life! 

    #232248
    Anonymous
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    On the subject of simulations, I have Becker and they really don't give you any practice with Gov't sims so of course I had a Gov't sim on my test.  But knowing what I did from the lectures, I'm not sold on going over the sims with Becker.  Like an earlier poster said, they can ask you anything and I'm 99% sure that you'll see something different on your test.  I personally think it's a better idea to apply you sim time to other ways of studying such as flash cards or reading the book again.  Do a few sims to get the feel of it but I personally did about 4 of the ones Becker gave me and I got an 88 on the test.  Just my opinion though.

    #232249
    evaianos
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    I didn't pass FAR for third time  (74,71,72). and I used Kaplan for study materials. I will try one more time , but this time I will change my  study material from Kaplan to something else. Is Becker  a good choice?.  Does Becker help with simulations and communications?  

    #232250
    Anonymous
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    evianos are kaplan flashcards good and did u use them?  my advice to u is to use yaeger. they are really great… i passed my first exam reg without even reading the text book and only watching lectures!!! isnt that great?  i would not suggest it for far especially some difficult questions im facing.  most people herte read their books multiple times to understand.  i probably only read wiley for subjects like amt or so.

    anyway consult with jeff elliot bcos he has good experience on this subject matter.

    good luck

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    #232252
    Anonymous
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    Claire, 

    That is awesome. Remember how we felt in February after failing? You did it. Congratulations!

    #232253
    Anonymous
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    How long does it take to receive the score via mail?

    #232254
    Anonymous
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    <FONT face=”Times New Roman”>cpawannabe – Good luck today!  You WILL pass this one – I can feel it.  As I recall we were both in very poor condition in Feb.  I thought my life would end but that was busy season talking!  After your test treat yourself to a steady stream of beer and women feeding you grapes while fanning you!  I have already made back to back drinking dates for this evening – perhaps I will need a cab too! 

    @ evianos – Keep your head up!  I was miserable after I failed (actually did a few “woe is me” posts on here)  Its the hardest thing to pick yourself up and continue but failing is just a part of passing and now I can honestly say it IS worth it!  To answer your question I think the Becker book is one of the best out there for FAR – but the lectures are rubbish.  I listened to the Yager lectures and took notes and then used the Wiley book to do questions. 

    Just as a side note – and Im certain you will all think I'm crazy – but before the test seriously convince yourself – not just say the words but convince yourself that you have control over the test and you will PASS!  I have been doing this “study” when I take my dog for a walk.  I love to see how high I can toss a stick and catch it as though it were a sword.  When I convince myself that I will catch it and give my mind no other choice I have nearly always managed to catch it.  God that sounds stupid written down but the point is if you leave any doubt in your head about your own awesomeness you will probably end up sabotaging yourself. 

    Doubt any of you will find any comfort in my personal insanity but I hope for all of you to one day be sipping your coffee and staring at your final passing score!  </FONT>

    #232255
    evaianos
    Participant

    Thank you Claire. I appreciate your help and advices. 
    Congratulation for your FAR score!.

    #232256
    evaianos
    Participant

    There are Becker  books, CD and DVD lectures (2010 edition ) which can be purchased from amazon. I belive  that books are still ok, but I am not sure about DVD and CD. Are they still good?
    What do you guys think about Becker live clases?

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