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Adriana Irby

February 03, 2024 22:19

Exam or riddles? Took the PcM and I feel like I failed again. The questions, in my opinion, do not measure knowledge but text interpretation. The questions are more like riddles, with all the useless information and the clock ticking for our despair, making it impossible for international students. It feels like a money making for Ncarb. Really frustrating.

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  Anthony Daniel February 25, 2024 02:07 (Edited February 25, 2024 02:19)

  I failed as well which is my 6th attempt by way. I felt like I had a good grasp on the concepts and even scored high on practice exams. Black Spects 65% average and Amberbook 70%. I have taken breaks in the past but it’s annoying paying for the exams and study material to not even past. The sensible economical person in me wants stop the journey, but I have a feeling in my future I will regret it. So I will just keep on pushing until I get it. 

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  Katerina Buscemi March 04, 2024 14:26

  Anthony, something to keep in mind is that the Amber book test is much easier than the ARE practice test. I suggest using the ballast/ PPI practice tests to challenge yourself further. They are annoyingly difficult but I think maybe better preparation for the real thing

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  Adriana Irby March 04, 2024 16:21

  Anthony, you might perform better if you take the exam in your own language. I know the ARE is incredibly difficult for us foreign students.

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  Katerina Buscemi March 04, 2024 16:23

  If that’s the case, definitely apply for ESL accommodations if you haven’t!

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  Anthony Daniel March 05, 2024 00:45

  Lol English is my first language

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  Anthony Daniel March 05, 2024 00:46

  Thanks Katerina

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  Katerina Buscemi March 05, 2024 01:42

  Bahaha sorry I assumed based on the previous comment that there was some information to which I was not privy 😂

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  Adriana Irby March 05, 2024 14:44

  Antony, 

  If you are commenting on a post for international students, and you don't identify yourself as an international student, then we just might have found out why you are not passing the tests! LOL

  Just kidding.. 

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  Katerina Buscemi March 05, 2024 15:31

  This question was in the general pcm questions - not international ;-)

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  Adriana Irby March 05, 2024 15:37

  I posted the initial comment... it wasn't even a question, it was me just venting.

  "...The questions are more like riddles, with all the useless information and the clock ticking for our despair, making it impossible for international students..."

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  Jason Ma April 10, 2024 16:19

  Remember, exams are just one measure of your knowledge and skills, and they don't define your worth or intelligence. Keep your head up, stay focused on your goals, and trust in your abilities. No matter what the outcome, you've already come so far, and I believe in your ability to overcome any challenge that comes your way. You've got this!

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