I would find a reputable provider for a prep course. Code navigation is key. Get the 2017 code book as you will need it for the exam. Highlighting and underlining is allowed. No writing. See the PSI candidate information book for additional details.
The best option is to take a course in your area that specifically promotes passing that specific test.
Not a code course, you are not trying to learn code. You are trying to pass that particular test. A good course in the area will know the questions and teach you the answers.
Thanks fellas. Maybe i do both. Do some holt than take the local course. Ive heard they give you the answers and coach you how to slip it into your code book without them seeing it. 😕
I'd expect they do a good job of teaching you how to pass the test by solving problems. Not so sure I'd make a public statement about cheating on a professional licensure exam.
I've taken many professional tests and been through state licensing hundreds of times including testing, license applications, disciplinary hearings before the board, etc. It's my experience that you need to learn the language they use on the test. They are not necessarily trick questions, but the way to solve the problems is not necessarily the first thing that comes to mind. As you perform practice questions, you'll see why it's not the answer you thought it was.
You need to learn to solve the problems on the test. You need to know code theory but not the code. You need to learn how to look up material in the reference materials they say will be included on the test. Don't try to remember tables, etc. Learn how to use the index, table of contents, etc.
The more practice questions you can get, the better. Expect to get <50% correct on your first attempt. That's normal. Don't let it get you down. Then when you see the answer that's correct you'll understand how they word the test questions, and you'll do better on the next round of questions.
good deal. Was going to pm you but didn't see that option available
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