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Did I get a passing score the Macroeconomics CLEP???????? - Jesusfreak97 - 08-18-2015
So I took the Free CLEP Prep test for Principles of Macroeconomics, and passed with a 63.75%. They highly recommended trying to take it again and get a 75%. I am taking the CLEP Thursday because I need to take it before I start college next week. If I don't pass I know I can try again during Christmas break. I also need a 55 for it to be accepted by my school. I know this would be a barely pass moment, but do you all think I need to do a lot of cramming before Thursday? Also, do you think a 63.75% would be close to a 55 on the test, if not what would it be?
Thanks in advance!
Did I get a passing score the Macroeconomics CLEP???????? - Prloko - 08-19-2015
50-55 on CLEP's scale is a lot different from a 50-55 in a normal school test. Depending on the exam that could be an entire letter grade equivalency. If your school needs a 55 I'd study more. I would also incorporate outside study aids, which I'm sure you're doing.
With all that said, I found the macro test not overly challenging if you study. Good Luck!
Did I get a passing score the Macroeconomics CLEP???????? - cookderosa - 08-19-2015
Jesusfreak97 Wrote:So I took the Free CLEP Prep test for Principles of Macroeconomics, and passed with a 63.75%. They highly recommended trying to take it again and get a 75%. I am taking the CLEP Thursday because I need to take it before I start college next week. If I don't pass I know I can try again during Christmas break. I also need a 55 for it to be accepted by my school. I know this would be a barely pass moment, but do you all think I need to do a lot of cramming before Thursday? Also, do you think a 63.75% would be close to a 55 on the test, if not what would it be?
Thanks in advance!
A few things:
Re-taking the same test twice might be ok to use for studying, but it's NOT an accurate measure of readiness. Only the first time you take a practice test counts.
I'd suggest a second brand of test. I like that site plenty, however, pick up a copy of the Official CLEP Guide at your library- it has an official practice test in the back. Time yourself.
If you're scoring in the 60% range, you're probably ok to pass, but your school doesn't accept a pass, they want a 55, and for that reason, I think your score is too low.
I also suggest using IC to study, as well as the specific exam feedback section to target your study toward high-yield topics.
Finally, you ask if you need to cram, but I don't know what you're using to study- so it's impossible to say if your resource is even adequately matched to the test. REA books are just about the best.
Did I get a passing score the Macroeconomics CLEP???????? - topdog98 - 08-19-2015
Some great free study resources to supplement IC and FCP for this test:
Khan Academy: https://www.khanacademy.org/economics-finance-domain/macroeconomics
ACDC: ACDCecon
Cliffsnotes: Macroeconomics
Good luck!