How important is it to study experimental sections?

myowynnyuntmyowynnyunt Alum Member
edited October 2024 in General 12 karma

Hi All—Should I study and review the experimental sections in addition to the scored sections? Or is it unnecessary and too time-consuming? While taking a pretest with an experimental section might help boost stamina, I'm not sure how wise it is to study and review them. Most of you would likely say I should study and review them. But why exactly? Could you please share insights on the importance of reviewing experimental sections? Thank you.

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  • HeartsteelHeartsteel Alum Member
    104 karma

    Why wouldn't it be wise to review them? Experimental sections from the 3 digit format are graded sections taken from actual exams.

  • capturingthemomentmediacapturingthemomentmedia Alum Member
    199 karma

    You will not know which section is experimental when taking the test

  • NortheastJDHopeful26NortheastJDHopeful26 Live Member
    11 karma

    Can't see how it would be a waste. If the experimental section were on a topic that was unrelated say for example a scored section on the basics of chemistry, that would be a waste. You know just by looking at the LSAC website that the official exam won't include the basics of chemistry. But because the experimental section is on a topic you will be tested on, wouldn't you want as much practice and understanding as possible?

  • TwentyStarGeneralTwentyStarGeneral Core Member
    120 karma

    You should review them, because they were originally real administered sections and they will still be a good source of information about (1) your weaknesses and (2) the repeating patterns of the test.

  • MakingsOfaVarsityAthleteMakingsOfaVarsityAthlete Core Member
    12 karma

    Besides what others have already mentioned, I want to reaffirm the importance of building stamina. In reality there is a notable difference in taking 3 sections vs 4. The more you get used to taking the latter, the better you would be prepared for the actual exam.

  • myowynnyuntmyowynnyunt Alum Member
    12 karma

    Thanks so much for all the helpful comments. I appreciate your time for sharing your insights and thoughts on this.

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