how to do timed LSAT practice tests

Steve here, and I'm going to share some tips on how to do timed practice tests.

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In the LSAT study schedules, I recommend you include extra sections when you're doing your full-length practice exams.

Why would I recommend such a cruel and difficult task?

Because LSAC uses test-takers as lab rats.

Or maybe they ARE lab rats.
LSAC Lab Rats
The bottom line:

They include an unscored experimental section on the LSAT and don't tell you which one it is.

Because if you knew which one it was, you'd probably take a nap to recuperate between the sections you care about - the scored ones.

So, instead of practicing with 4 sections like you see in your LSAT exams, practice with 5 sections.

But which extra section do you use, and where do you it in your practice test?

Two main approaches:

1. Rotate the type of "extra" section you use.

2. Make the extra section(s) the one you like the least.


For most people, a combination of the two is probably best.


But if you want to get REALLY CRAZY...
Add in 2 extra sections, making it a total of 6 sections.

Don't do this too often because you don't want to burn out.

But, for some of you crazies (and people pushing for super-high scores), it could be helpful to build endurance by doing one section more than you'll do on the actual test.



In case you haven't guessed, I've thought about simulating Test Day a LOT. It's why made an entire series of LSAT and Test Day Checklists.

It's because I want to make sure you're thinking about these things. The checklists include all the little items and details students don't usually think of. They hold you accountable and help you make sure you're not missing anything.

In my next email, I'll share the techniques I used to stay motivated back when I was studying for the LSAT.

-Steve


P.S. If you want to find out more about how to prepare for Test Day and make sure you're not missing anything, get the LSAT and Test Day checklists now. Nobody thinks it'll happen to them, but people experience significant "test day drops" ALL THE TIME.
LSAT Test Day Drop
LSAT Test Day Drop
LSAT Test Day Drop
Most "score drops" are due to at least 1 of 2 major factors:

1. Nerves/anxiety

2. Failure to properly simulate Test Day conditions

And both of these are completely preventable!


Until next time,

LSAT Steve





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