Member Info and Rules

Once the Test Has Started:

Read each question carefully, focusing on what is being asked. If you are uncertain about the answer but nevertheless want to give a tentative answer at the time, mark the test question to indicate that you want to review the test question and your answer if time allows. Go back to questions marked in this manner after completing the entire test.

Read all options before selecting your answer. Always select the best choice.

Do not over analyze or try to “read into” a question. Questions are not written to be tricky. Do not assume additional information beyond what is given in the test question. All information necessary to answer the question will be given in the text of the question or scenario.

If there are questions including the words “not,” “except,” or “least” answer these with particular care because you will be looking for the exception. These questions involve a reversal of your usual thought patterns.

Pay close attention to key words such as “best,” “most,” “primary,” or “usually.” These words indicate that other options may at times be correct, but given the wording or situation in the test question, you must judge which option is the best.

Skip difficult questions and come back to them later. Questions on the test are not ordered by difficulty (i.e., they do not go from easiest to hardest). Also, content areas (the domains) and topics are addressed randomly in questions throughout the test. You may find one question near the end of the test that may lead you to recall information that applies to another question that appeared much earlier.

When guessing, do so by the process of elimination. Treat each option as a true or false statement, and eliminate those that you would not select. Narrow your choices and then make an educated guess.