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In the next sections, I'll share some insights and tips based on my own experience tackling the DAT. From study materials to study methods, I hope to shed some light on the path ahead and help you chart your course to success.
Bootcamp also provided insightful analytics. The Performance tab was an absolute godsend. Not only did it provide a snapshot of my overall performance, but it also color-coded my scores to highlight areas of strength and weakness. This made it easy to identify which subjects needed extra attention. And let's not forget about the ability to tag questions. Being able to flag specific questions for later review was incredibly helpful, especially when I wanted to revisit tricky concepts or challenging problems. Bootcamp also provided an unparalleled support system. The feature that allowed students to send questions directly to Bootcamp tutors was a game-changer. Whenever I had a specific question or needed clarification, I could reach out to the tutors and receive swift, easy-to-understand responses. It was like having a personal coach by my side every step of the way.
One of the most valuable resources for mastering organic chemistry was the reaction bites. They were perfect for getting loads of practice and reinforcing key concepts. But here's the secret sauce: don't just breeze through them once and call it a day. Instead, do them over and over again, until you can practically solve them in your sleep. When you encounter a reaction that stumps you, don't panic. Grab a piece of paper and physically draw out the reaction, tracing the arrows to see how the reaction progresses from start to finish. Trust me, there's something about seeing the reaction happen in front of you that solidifies your understanding and helps you identify trends.
And just like gen chem, Dr. Mike's ochem videos were great, providing clear explanations and real-world examples that brought the concepts to life. Make sure to watch them all and periodically review them throughout your study schedule to keep the concepts fresh in your mind.
First and foremost, I changed my approach to practicing PAT. Instead of treating it as an afterthought, I started each day with PAT as a warm-up. I aimed to do 15 questions of each question type every morning before diving into the sciences. This not only ensured that I got enough practice each day but also took away the guilty feeling that resulted from turning my computer off right after I finished the sciences.
Lastly, I fine-tuned my exam strategy. I realized that where I started the exam could have a significant impact on my overall score. So, I switched things up, starting with TFE and ending with keyholes. And wouldn't you know it? My score jumped up by a point.
In the end, I learned that PAT is all about consistent practice. By incorporating it into my daily routine, making it enjoyable, and refining my exam strategy, I was able to significantly improve my score.
But here's the silver lining: Bootcamp made the questions much harder than they appeared on the actual exam. On test day, I found the questions to be much simpler and easier to tackle than what I had practiced. It was like a weight had been lifted off my shoulders. So, here's the advice I'd give to anyone struggling with Quantitative Reasoning: don't lose hope. Take a deep breath, go back to the performance tab, and identify which question styles are giving you the most trouble. Then, get in as much practice as possible. Try to become as efficient as possible when it comes to the pathway you take in solving each question type. In QR, time is also of the essence. You should aim to complete each question in around 40 seconds max. And just like in reading comprehension, knowing when to skip is key. Some questions are simply not worth the time investment. Instead of getting bogged down, mark and skip, and come back to them if you have time.
Lastly, here's a golden nugget of advice: leave about a week and a half of time between ending your study schedule and your actual exam date. During that time, go back and complete every single individual test again. Aim to do about 3-4 tests a day, mixing up subjects if you feel like switching things up. This advice, passed down from a trusted friend, proved to be a game-changer for me. It highlighted areas I was still missing, reinforced old concepts I'd forgotten about, and instilled another level of confidence in me before exam day.
Charles M. Allen was a biology professor at Wake Forest University, a U. S. Army Air Force photographer during the second World War, and a patron of the arts. This collection documents some of Allen's personal life as well as his professional work, including biographical materials, diplomas, campus and family photographs, news clippings, scrapbooks, Scales construction materials, and Artists Series materials.
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