PT Timing?
Posted: Mon Mar 28, 2011 9:05 pm
So, when you finish a timed PT section (including checking answers) , do you wait the full 35 to start the next one, or do you just stop the timer and move on?
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I didn't mean checking the answers, as in the actual answer key, but in the sense of rereading problem questions and checking your work.Manhattan LSAT Noah wrote:I'd suggest you not check the answers, instead roll right into the next section, after 3, take a 10 minute break, then do 2 more, then review the test before checking your answers, looking over any of the questions you found difficult or took you too long. Then check the answers.
I know that sounds a bit like a rude answer to your question, but doing realistic practice tests is crucial.
I meant in full-on PTs, Mainly on RC, I will find myself with 5-10 minutes of time, with all questions answered and questions I wasn't sure about double checked. I was just wondering if I should sit there and wait out the time, to simulate the test better, or if I could just move on to the next section, so I can watch some TV before I have to go to bed =P.northwood wrote:if you are doing a single section work- then re do your work when you are done . If you are taking a full practice test- then go right into the next section. You need to simulate testing conditions as best as possible. IF its just one section- and you want to take more time to dissect the questions, then go ahead before you grade it.
I moved on, so that I could go to bed. (I also watched TV during PTs.) Worked fine for me, but I think I may be an odd case. YMMV.alexonfyre wrote:I meant in full-on PTs, Mainly on RC, I will find myself with 5-10 minutes of time, with all questions answered and questions I wasn't sure about double checked. I was just wondering if I should sit there and wait out the time, to simulate the test better, or if I could just move on to the next section, so I can watch some TV before I have to go to bed =P.northwood wrote:if you are doing a single section work- then re do your work when you are done . If you are taking a full practice test- then go right into the next section. You need to simulate testing conditions as best as possible. IF its just one section- and you want to take more time to dissect the questions, then go ahead before you grade it.
Well, I went -3 on the RC so maybe I should have used a bit more of that time! Looking back though, I don't think I would have picked the correct ones, seeing as I find myself audibly arguing with the exam answer key, as if it will change its mind.rinkrat19 wrote:I moved on, so that I could go to bed. (I also watched TV during PTs.) Worked fine for me, but I think I may be an odd case. YMMV.alexonfyre wrote:I meant in full-on PTs, Mainly on RC, I will find myself with 5-10 minutes of time, with all questions answered and questions I wasn't sure about double checked. I was just wondering if I should sit there and wait out the time, to simulate the test better, or if I could just move on to the next section, so I can watch some TV before I have to go to bed =P.northwood wrote:if you are doing a single section work- then re do your work when you are done . If you are taking a full practice test- then go right into the next section. You need to simulate testing conditions as best as possible. IF its just one section- and you want to take more time to dissect the questions, then go ahead before you grade it.