Currently on chapter 1 of FAR (using Becker, Farhat lectures and Wiley test bank) still trying to find what study method works for me. Open to suggestions/advice

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What worked for me was following the course schedule from becket based on test date, doing all lectures/practice Qs. After I was done there I did the diagnostic practice test and made super detailed study guides/examples in a notebook of areas I needed help (ex: Construction in process). Then I’d follow the schedule for taking the other practice tests, doing lots of the unlimited practice Qs and adding to my study guide where needed.

Oh and the little Becker game would make practicing easier. Can do Qs anywhere (even at the bar)

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I tried reading a single module from the physical book and it felt like death. Maybe I’ll try the ebook

1 watch i75 lecture
2 do becker mcq
3 notes in wrong mcqs
4 practice test after every module
5 review weak areas in practice test

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i did in the beginning but found i75 lectures much more helpful!

Seems like you are doing a lot of work. Just do everything in Becker and understand why you get the questions wrong rather than just going through them

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