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I just saw a report out that the Harvard Public Health experts are recommending at least of year of stay-at-home/social distancing.Does anybody know what LSAC is planning on doing for people who need to take a paper test? Will they send you a paper test and then proctor you remotely? How are the online LSAT-Flex being proctored? I have called the LSAC offices and have not been able to get through. Thanks.

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Help. I am working through the CC and I completed the MP and MSS sections and saw the tutorial on using the question bank.

-When should I start using the question bank? I worry about burning through questions.

-How do you recommend using the question bank to drill or keep things fresh? I’m very lost.

-Should I be printing out the questions?

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I am going to be taking the June exam (assuming there will be a June exam) and have been granted several accommodations. I feel I have a decent grasp on a lot of the core course material and will continue to take PT while working on my weak areas. I have been taking proctored PT with the accommodations I was granted (2x time + extra breaks.) The problem I have noticed while taking double time PT's is that it is very time consuming (6.5 hrs.) I was wondering if I could get some advice as to how I should go about taking PT's.

In some respects I believe it is beneficial to take the test with the accommodations so that I can build my stamina - but I also think that it might be helpful to switch up the length of the PT's so I can get the most out of the time I have remaining. If anyone has experience with this I would love to hear from you. Thanks.

S.K.

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Hey everyone - for the next 2 months I will be focusing on drilling questions and PTs. I've read in some forums that taking individual timed sections may be better than taking full PTs. What has been most effective for you in increasing your scores? Thank you and good luck!

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Hey, I am working on RC, under problem set. Basically, I pick some RC questions and practice. But this morning, when I try to reopen the old self-created problem set (specifically for RC and LG), when I click "Show Questions", it takes me forever to load. Does anyone know what happens here or have the similar issue?

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I'm done the core curriculum and I understand the Logical Reasoning lessons quite well (i.e. the translations, diagramming, formulas, etc) and always apply them when I'm doing LR questions. Regardless, however, LR is still my weakest section - I have a lot of trouble with it.

I've heard a lot of good things about this book "Loophole" and most people are saying they've drastically improved on that section, some even becoming LR masters. Many people have stated they get nothing under -3 on the section (which would be ideal for me).

So a few questions:

Is Loophole worth getting if I already have 7Sage and have learned all the LR-related stuff from 7Sage? Will I see a bigger improvement?

If someone (like me) doesn't have the time to read the entire book from cover to cover, and is thus unable to cover all sections of the book, what core parts of the book would you recommend I only focus on, to still learn the important elements and thus succeed/improve on LR?

Thank you.

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Hi everyone! I just found this app and signed up for free trial. I see lot of have written good reviews and positive feedbacks. Is anyone willing to give me an insight and better understanding of the site as I am still deciding whether to sign up for monthly purchase or not. Thank you very much!

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Quick question: I ran out of digital tests for my grandfathered premium account so I've switched over to using LSAC's Prep Plus system. I input the answers after to get my result on 7sage for analytics sake, all good so far.

Is there any way I can input my BR answer choices to continue getting that distinction between my BR score and my normal test score? I want to continue tracking it via 7sage if possible.

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Help.

I'm applying this cycle with a 157 from the Jan LSAT.

I have applications pending at several schools, but tbh, this score prob isn't even high enough to earn me a spot on the wait list at some of my reaches. I was signed up for the March/April exams, but ofc this was cancelled.

I'm currently not scoring higher than a 163. My target is a 166-167.

I have about a month until the May test. Is this enough time to reach my target score? Or am I better off just signing up for June?

I need to tighten my timing on games, but otherwise I have a good handle on them. My weaknesses are LR (timing/underconfidence issue, usually end up with 3-4 qs at the end that I can't get to) and RC (I really can't finish more than 3 passages on a section).

My blind review scores are consistently in the 171-178 range.

To mention, I currently work from home full-time about 40 hrs a week. I have evenings and weekends to myself. Any tips on where I should be focusing my time? Also, realistically speaking, am I giving myself enough time to reach my target score? I'm nervous about being underprepared and fumbling on test day.

Any tips/feedback would be greatly appreciated.

Thank you.

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Experts/Tutors,

I have a quick question with respect to watching the question-type example videos. I'm at weakening type questions, and watching the question-type introductory videos, where JY goes over example questions.

Question: Is it more effective to watch the video and follow JY as he answers the example question, or to attempt the problem/do blind review yourself, before watching the video?

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I am aiming for the Asia June 28th LSAT. I have finished the core curriculum and have about 2 and a 1/2 months of practice tests til test day. How many practice tests should I go through? Should I start immediately from test 36 forward using timed conditions or use 1-2 weeks of tests prior to 36 untimed for initial repetition before adding in timing?

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Okay so this is not a personal flex at all. I started out at a 152 with my diagnostic test almost exactly 3 months ago when I began studying. Now, thanks to JY and 7Sage in general, I just hit a 170 today. I seriously would not have been able to do this without 7Sage. Of course it takes a lot of practice and devotion, but I think that the way in which concepts are clearly explained and the blind review method are a huge help. As an aside, JY's often funny commentary throughout lessons makes it all the more enjoyable. I plan to keep studying as I'm taking the July LSAT, and hopefully I'll continue to improve. For all the people out there wondering if putting in the effort is worth it- IT IS!

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Hi all,

I'm at the beginning of a career transition from professional film production to law. I received a journalism degree in 2018, but otherwise have zero pre-law experience. I took the diagnostic prep test tonight and got a 144 with a 149 BR. Can anyone give me context or comparison on whether this is a reasonable score to move up from in the next four months before the August 29 test? I'm having a hard time finding any information online about good vs not so good baseline scores.

Thanks in advance!

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I have just completed the June 2007 exam and I am scoring considerably higher on the blind review. I think if I started reading faster which would perhaps enable me to get through all of the questions this could considerably help improve my score. I did not complete each section before the time was up.

Has anyone experienced anything similar to this?

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Announcement from LSAC:

  • The April LSAT is canceled
  • Students can take the LSAT from their home computers in late May
  • More details:

  • April LSAT registrants are automatically registered for the online LSAT—"LSAT-Flex"—in late May, but can switch to another date
  • LSAC will release the date of the May LSAT-Flex test by April 17

  • LSAT-Flex is different. It will only include one section of Logical Reasoning instead of two. So three scored sections total (LR, LG, RC + an unscored LSAT Writing section). The test will be scored on the usual 180-point scale, though, with an annotation from LSAC that it's an LSAT-Flex score.
  • Students who were granted accommodations for April will get them for May
  • LSAC's full announcement.

    April 16 Update:

  • May LSAT-Flex to be administered the week of May 18
  • Specific date and time to be scheduled individually with LSAC
  • LSAC will email you scheduling instructions
  • Scheduling opens next Wednesday, April 22
  • Score release date expected to be Friday, June 5
  • Deadline to register to take LSAT-Flex extended to 11:59 pm Eastern Time, Friday, April 17
  • April 23 Update:

  • Signups for May LSAT-Flex delayed to Monday, April 27, noon Eastern Time
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    Hi everyone,

    I'm still in the beginning of LSAT prepping (currently going over the BR method).

    I know that when taking quizzes you can change the timer to 50% more time, untimed etc. I think I would be more comfortable with shutting the timer off for the time being because I get too caught up in not having enough time and therefore rush through the questions.

    So my question(s) for you is 1) was this something you did as well? 2) if so, when did you start adding time?

    Thanks!

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    Hello all. I currently have a high score of 140 (which is my third time: 123,136) and i'm shooting for a 150.

    what's the possibility of getting a 150- my goal so far. Thank you.

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    Hi all,

    I am retaking the LSAT and I was wondering whether to do untimed full-length tests first before timing myself. What have your experiences been? How did you structure your study time after covering the basics.

    Thanks!

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    With quarantine, I have nothing but time... which can be good and bad.

    I am scheduled to take the July test so I do have some time.

    I burnt out a week ago because I was studying 5+ hours daily and waking up super early trying to get myself in a routine and become a morning person (100% not a morning person). My body was NOT a fan of this.. I had to stop studying for the past week because my brain became mush and fried.

    I need help making a realistic schedule... But I worry, how am i supposed to get through so many PT's before July if I am only studying 3-4 hrs daily as some people suggest you do in order to not burn out?

    I don't know how to achieve balance study/life AND get all the work done that I need to. If you could share with me your study schedule ideas for the day and week, and maybe even how you are de-stressing during quarantine - that would be so appreciated.

    Thank you so much everyone

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    Just wanted to say a quick thank you to this truly incredible community. After a crazy cycle where in the beginning I literally thought I would get into no schools, I am honestly very shocked at the outcome. The LSAT is hard, but you can do it. I struggled with this test SO MUCH + struggled a lot with crippling anxiety plus family issues while studying for/taking this exam. I also was pretty much below the median at all of the top 3 schools after I got my highest score, which also goes to show that while the LSAT is extremely important, schools do take a holistic look at who you are, your background, and experiences. Having made my decision only a couple of days ago and being able to reflect, even though the process was stressful for the LSAT, I would not have changed how hard I worked and how dedicated I was. I was also very lucky to have many mentors and supporters believing in me when I did not believe in myself or my capabilities to do well. SO- remember to breathe. Tell yourself you can do this. Quiet the negative self talk because you CAN accomplish amazing things. Surround yourself with people who believe in you and your dreams. Remember the LSAT is the last hurdle in a long line of many accomplishments you already have. It does not define you, but if you work hard, unexpected things can happen :) And of course, thank you to JY and to everyone invested in keeping 7sage going- making LSAT prep affordable and accessible truly makes the impossible possible for so many kids, so I hope you know how much you are appreciated.

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    Is anyone going to take this upcoming exam in May? I am a bit nervous about doing it on my personal computer. Does anyone have thoughts on whether I should wait for the regular exam or just take the flex version?

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    Hi to anyone working at 7Sage. I'm signed up for the June LSAT and I'm fully expecting LSAC to offer the LSAT Flex in June, too. Since the Flex format is substantially different than the typical four section format, I'd like to get some practice in with taking a three section test composed of one section from each main category.

    Is 7Sage intending to modify its practice test tools to allow for users to take mock-flex tests? If not, do you have any suggestions on how to go about doing that with what's already availabile to 7Sage Ultimate+ subscribers?

    I take all my practice tests online through 7Sage so trying to get ahold of paper tests for flex practice isn't practical for me, unfortunately, due to the Corona situation.

    Thanks!

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