Chapter 12
Ten Test-Day Tips
IN THIS CHAPTER
Getting ready on the big day
Understanding the rules of the test center
Well, your big day has finally arrived. After months of study and mind-numbing stress, you cram all night before the exam, skip breakfast because you’re running late, and then forget everything you know because you have a splitting headache for the next three hours (six hours if you’re taking the non-English, form-based exam) while sitting for your exam! That isn’t exactly a recipe for success — but the following ten test-day tips can definitely get you on the right track.
Get a Good Night’s Rest
The night before the exam isn’t the time to do any last-minute cramming. Studies have proved that a good night’s rest is essential to doing well on an exam. Have a nice dinner, whatever that means for you, as long as it nourishes you and gives you energy for the next day. (We recommend going for some carbohydrates and avoiding anything spicy.) Then get to bed early. Save the all-night party for the day after the exam.
Take it from us: The CISSP and similar exams can bring you to the very brink of mental exhaustion.
Dress Comfortably
You should dress in attire that’s comfortable. Remember, this exam is a three-hour exam. It’s also a good idea to dress in layers; the ...
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