The day of the exam

The day of the exam has arrived. Be sure you don’t oversleep. Wake up early enough to provide time for the following tasks, which you should perform before checking in for your exam.

  • Get up, get ready, and be awake.

  • Have something to eat. This will be a long day, and there isn’t much of an opportunity for a real break until after you complete the exam, possibly six hours after entering the exam center. Put some food in your stomach and, if you’re into caffeine, you’ll want a healthy supply in your belly.

  • Get your materials together before leaving the house. This includes a photo ID; a printout of your exam registration letter; address and directions to the testing center, including floor number and room number; your study notes; ...

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