How difficult will the cpa exam be if I forgot almost all accounting from college?

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I learned far more about accounting studying for the CPA Exam back in the day than I did from school. I wouldn’t let that worry you/hold you back.

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Agreed. I was too busy partying in school to absorb any content so basically started from scratch with Becker.

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Difficult, but I was in a similar situation. Becker spoon feeds everything, if we watch lectures, read and do questions.

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CPA exam is difficult even if you do remember everything from college. Either way you'll have to study so you're at no disadvantage.

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If you really want to split hairs, ok... Point is everyone has to study so not remembering anything from class doesn't mean they you'll take longer to pass the exams. And when I say everyone, I know there's probably that one person out there who's going to say they barely studied or didn't study at all

DIFFICULT. Going through it now.. but of course it’s doable. You just have to put in the time and effort.

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Becker will teach you everything you need to know. Put in the time to go through all Becker has to offer and you will be in good shape.

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Read all surgent material do videos and stimulations you’ll be fine

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