[12tang]

The only time I’ve studied SIMS was to see the general format. I’ve passed around the 80’s on AVG. I hear the REG sims are brutal. With that said I generally think SIMS are an inefficient use of time since they take so long and it’s very unlikely that you’ll see the SIMS you practiced on the actual exam. I believe if you understand the material well, there’s no reason that a SIM should be overly difficult. I’m sort of answering my own question but I’m curious on your thoughts? I’m 1 week out til exam day.

BEC - PASS

FAR - PASS

AUD - PASS

REG - PASS

BOOM!  JUST LIKE THAT, I GOT MY LIFE BACK!  =D

Using Becker self-study
FAR: (82) 175 hours - 1st attempt
BEC: (XX)
AUD: (69) 45hrs of study - 1st attempt
REG: (XX)

[Club74]

Generally, I would agree with you. But doing a few SIMS (on basis for example) would really go a long way. The SIMS in REG are brutal and to do no SIMS is not recommended in my opinion. I just took REG and didn't practice any SIMS. If I somehow manage to pass that would be amazing but if I could go back, I would selectively practice a few SIMs on topics that are likely to be tested via SIMS. There are no business law SIMS.

AUD - 78
BEC - 74, 79
REG - 79
FAR - 74, 81

Maybe I shouldn't have made my username "Club74"

[Lindsey_p87]

The only SIMS I ever did in practice were the ones on the AICPA practice exam. I do believe those are beneficial because they are closer to the format you will see on exam day. Also, practicing the research question is pretty valuable time spent I think.

AUD - 79
BEC - 82
FAR - 79
REG - 86

DONE

FAR - PASSED 11/14
AUD - TBD
BEC - TBD
REG - First take 2/16

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