[Goingallin]

Hi all. Just wanted to say thank you for posting your exam experiences and support. I definitely wouldn’t be able to pass within 7 months without y’all. The reason I say this is bc I was able to revised my study due to all the comments and I think that’s a huge reason why I pass every exam first try.

And for all the newbies on this journey, I’m not sure if my experiences would help since I have no idea what the new format will be like. I will say though use this forum as a tool but don’t take everything literally. Some people would say don’t study this or that topic bc it’s not worth the time and I believe people have passed without having studied certain topics but why take that chance? It could be a difference between a 74 or 75. For most of us we have to put in 100 plus hours and for a few fortunate ones, they could do as little as 20 hours and still pass but the latter are your exceptions.

I never read a single page from the text book throughout this journey as it would have not helped me. I wasn’t lazy. It’s just not my learning style. I did practice multiple choice questions over and over until I have all the concepts down without having to look at notes. I can honestly say I know the material as well as anyone who has read the book. Bottom line is you have to know what’s right for you. Ask for Advice from others and you’ll get a million different responses. It’s really up to you to decide what works for you.

I gave myself 5 weeks to study for bec, reg, and aud each. I studied hard in that amount of time. It was nonstop. I kept going full speed and that really helped create a rhythm. I didn’t have to force myself to study after a while, that was part of my day like breathing is. My brain was wired to do 150 mc each day. I was able to retain all the info by exam date bc I didn’t take a break. It was a sprint. I wanted to get to the goal line fast. I never looked back. A lot of folks take the exam more as a marathon than a sprint but for me, I was afraid had I stopped, I wouldn’t have the motivation to continue. I went head in.

Did I also mention I had an infant when I started and is in my 40. I’ve never been much of an achiever so if I could do it, you can too. I know you hear that all the time but honestly my iq is extremely average. This exam is all about your will to succeed.

Good luck all. I’ll be checking in once in a while but I’m thinking I’ll spend the bulk of my free time with my little baby.

[CPASF1]

Congrats to you!!! 🙂

[Anonymous]

Totally agree with studying every topic. It also doesn't help to ask which topics are covered heavily of those who took the test already. You don't know if you will get the same test. Congratulations and thanks for the advice.

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