I just began studying for the January 2027 LSAT, and I am confused on how to balance drilling with spoiling otherwise fresh PTs.
I am currently going through Dragon Test Prep Consulting LR/RC perfection books and with a full length PT every week. While I understand that there is an obvious benefit to drilling specific question types, and want to supplement my reading of these books with said drilling, I am confused as to how to go about making sure I don't burn through a ton of Q's that would otherwise be fresh on a PT. I feel like full-length PTs will be the most effective way to truly prepare for the LSAT, and want to have a good gauge of where I truly am, which I feel like would be hard if I am taking PTs with Q's I've already seen.
What should I do? Only drill with Q's I've already seem? Dedicate a couple of tests to be for drilling only? Just go willy nilly and drill my heart out? Open to any suggestions
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Hello!
I totally understand your concern about spoiling fresh questions by drilling! First of all, there is no single best method for studying. It varies from person to person, and the best strategy is simply the one that yields the highest accuracy and comfort for you.
Frankly speaking, I also preferred taking full, timed PTs over drilling because I wanted the experience of working through a completely fresh test. As you mentioned, simulating the actual testing environment is very important; you want to build the stamina required to endure the 2-hour and 20-minute exam (with a 10-minute break in the middle).
If you feel more confident studying by taking full PTs rather than drilling, I don't see any reason against it! However, once you complete a few full PTs and notice you are consistently struggling with specific question types, then you can dedicate a few sections strictly to drilling those exact questions. Also, you can do your drills using questions from older PTs you took a long time ago. Even if you think you remember them, you will likely earn great insights without wasting your precious fresh material.
I hope this helps, and good luck!