For those that say CLEP is "cheating"

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I agree completely with gmagerr - as you don't know what will be on your test, you generally prepare by studying everything available for your specific topic - not an easy task AT ALL. I have always been a self-motivated person and like to do things on my own, in my own way, and at my own rate of speed. Testing allows you the flexibility to do this - it isn't easier, just different, as you are now essentially both teacher and student.

To those who think this is a piece of cake - try it...and try it with a subject you know nothing about. I studied for almost 4 months before I felt confident enough to sit for my first exam.