Does anyone else have experience with test center complaints?

There was some orientation event for first year engineers in the lobby of where I was writing. The level of noise was absurd. We could hear people chanting, screaming and playing music for the almost the entirety of section 3 and part of section 4. After the break the proctor told us that we could file a complaint, but would it even be worth it? (apparently your score gets delayed)

I will definitely be rewriting in November at a different location, and am extremely disappointed because this disrupted my ability to concentrate for nearly two sections.

Okay, so I am glad you came into this discussion. First off I lied this may not be the an awesome personal statement, but with your help it could be. I need someone to take apart my paper and make sure it has all of the elements needed to make this a awesome personal statement. Please be critical so I can go back and make revisions on this paper. I appreciate anyone willing to take the time and evaluate my work.

Hello All,

I'm concerned with my performance with Strengthen and Weaken Questions. I am struggling with these two question types to the point where I'm getting every question wrong for them. I'd tried to adapt to the technique of finding the assumption from stimulus but that just doesn't work for me. I believe that I'm thinking to hard or I'm becoming confused with how I can find the assumption. The weird thing is that prior to learning this technique I found strengthen questions to be the easiest question type to answer. Can someone provide me with an alternative technique or may help understand I can overcome this difficulty with the assumption technique.

Can someone please help explain why D is the right answer and the rest are wrong based on the lessons on MBT question types.

#help

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Hi Guys,

I have a confusion in a given condition,

If Q or D is selected , either R or S must be selected along with B.

Can anyone tell the representation for this ?

Thank you.

A couple questions for our community about LR:

Once you learned the lawgic stuff and the steps for each question type, how did you get better, especially on the more difficult LR questions? Also, for those who began from a place of not being very confident with LR, what made the difference going forward? Thanks for your thoughts on this.

I took the LSAT earlier today and I don't think that I did well. I had two logic games sections (which is the section that I struggle with the most) and I ran out of time on the reading comprehension section. I was unable to answer five questions from the RC section. I did okay on the logical reasoning sections but I don't think my score will be good. Should I cancel? I don't want my score to lower my chances of getting into a good law school. I don't know what to do because I've studied for more than six months and I did horribly. Advice?

Hi everyone,

I took my LSAT test today, and it was absolutely atrocious. To be more specific about my situation, I am currently a senior in college and would like to apply for law school not for this year but for the year after. This September test was like a practice for me as I studied 3 months over the semester.

However I took today's test trying to score maybe a 155 or so, but I feel and kind of know I BOMBED IT. I guessed on so many questions on the RC, and couldn't even finish two games on the LG section. Also, I wasn't even sure of 90 percent of the problems on the LR questions... I am wondering if I should cancel ? This never really happened to me on my LSAT Practice exams and I was SHOOK the whole test. And I am really scared to hurt my confidence. Also I heard that admission offices don't like if an applicant took the LSAT more than three times ? So would it be better to cancel this score?

Please tell me what I should do honestly. I don't know. I'm really scared to see and get a 140 or something because that was my diagnostic score. That would really mentally exhaust me. Also my final goal is a 165 (+). I would like to ask how I can possibly reboot myself to study for March or June/July exam for a 165 (+).

Thanks :(((

For those of you taking the test tomorrow, I'm thinking of you!

If you are studying right now... STOP! Seriously haha. You've done all you can do. You've put in the time and effort. Now is the time to rest, relax, reflect on all you've done, be proud of yourself for how far you've come. Go watch a movie, take a walk, read a dumb magazine. Let your mind rest. Eat good meals, go to bed at a reasonable hour. You got this!

And remember, tomorrow's test is important, sure. But it is also just an LSAT like all the others you've practiced before. In a few weeks, tomorrow's test will be published as PT 85. That's it. Nothing special about it. It has normal LR and LG and RC just like you've practiced for hours and hours. It's just one more PT along the way.

Now, go get some rest, and good luck tomorrow!

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How do I get in the 160 plus club? I know about blind review and I am doing it. I know some of you are going to say, "It just takes time," and I am aware of that fact. Like perhaps many of you, my ultimate goal would be to score a perfect 180. First I need to score in the 160s ,and right now I am consistently in the 156 range. I know there are no short cuts to achieve greatness but somethings got to change. If your someone who has been in this range, and has improved I would love to hear what you have got to say about making this transition. I know there is no simple prescription I would appreciate any advice at this point.

I have never really watched any TV serie, or movie, or even read any books about law. I've heard that they tend to give law applicants the wrong impression about law and law school, so I'm surprised to hear so many people talk about how certain TV shows or characters inspired them to be lawyers. What do current students tend to think about law-based popular media? Are there any that are recommended and beneficial?

Does anyone have any insight on the pros and cons of cancelling?

I just took the LSAT for the second time and did not do well (in my head at least).

I had to write the test with strep throat, had difficulties with the proctors (may report them but I'm not sure what will come out of this), and I got a nose bleed during my LG section (strongest section) and that caused me to guess on 4 questions I would normally answer.

Unsure what to do. There's literally blood on my test booklet so I can say I put blood sweat and tears into this I guess?

Just wanted to say thank you to the community and JY for creating this amazing site that enables people to pursue their wildest dreams'. It is apparent that 7sage's true intent goes far beyond making money and exists to create good in the world by empowering others. Whatever way tomorrow goes for those of us taking the test, it is comforting knowing we have an entire community that has been there from the beginning and will be there through the entire journey. September Test Takers: Lets do this!!

So I took the December 2017 test and scored a 164. I was happy with my score but felt I could do better if I had more time to prepare so I have been studying a lot the past three months. My best PT since then was a 169 and my worst was a 162. I took the September 2018 test and feel like it is possible that I may have done worse, but also feel like it could have improved from my original score. Does anyone know how bad it will look on applications if I did do worse? Or how much of a drop is somewhat acceptable? I don't really need a higher score to get into any of the schools I am looking at, more so for scholarship money. I am really unsure of whether or not I should cancel my score and could use some help. Thoughts? Advice?

Hi everyone,

I really need some help/advice! I'm really struggling with RC! I've been studying for 6+ months and my RC score has not budged. I typically get 10/11+ wrong at every attempt. I have completed CC in RC and have been reading more (specifically the Economist)...

Thanks in advance for your help!!

Hello! I am going to my first law school fair next weekend in Boston — not the LSAC forum, that’s not until November, but there are 50ish schools in attendance. I am hoping to snag time with quite a few schools but was looking for any and all advice on how to stand out, what to wear, what to ask, etc. I am holding off on a few apps (BU, UCLA, BC, and some others) who I know will be there so I can have something to write in the “did we speak at an event” box (lol) since I don’t see a week this early making a huge difference. Anything is helpful!!! Also let me know if you’re going :)

Kindly advise !!

In summary: I am registered for the September and November LSAT test dates. Since June, my plan has been to sit the September exam. I am currently underperforming, and not reaching target score for schools I seek to apply to. I have until 11:59PM ET to withdraw my LSAT registration for tomorrow's exam. Should I withdraw, or sit tomorrow as a "practice" run?

For context: I have not taken a full PT in over 9 days. Work-related international travel has made it difficult to study the past 4-6 weeks, and I have been planning to withdraw my registration, and simply not take tomorrow's LSAT for the past two weeks. Nonetheless, earlier today, numerous people have suggested that I sit tomorrow as a "practice" or "test run" in order to get an idea of the test day atmosphere. I had not considered doing this until earlier today.

What should I do? I am not in the zone. I do believe that sitting the exam in a proctored environment may be illustrative, but am worried that knowing that I will not do well will traumatize me or fuck me up. I do not experience test taking-related anxiety; the anxiety you may note in this post is largely due to the last-minute nature of this situation.

I will cancel my score either way. Should I cancel now, take a deep breath, and go back to studying? Or should I take tomorrow's exam, and cancel immediately afterwards?

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Hey guys,

I will be taking the LSAT for the first time tomorrow, so can someone double confirm with me that I am bringing the right things ?

So I plan to bring a Ziplock bag with

** and last question, I will be leaving my phone at my house, but do you guys know approximately when the exam ends ? My parents will be picking me up and I wanted to give them a time frame assuming that the test will start at 9am **

Any other advice, please let me know !! THANKS

Has anyone brought Ibuprofen/Advil in their ziplock bag before? I’m prone to allergy headaches this time of year, and am worried that one will start mid-test, so I’d like to bring something just in case, but I’m not quite sure it’s allowed. Any thoughts?

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I see many people withdrawing before the test but I don’t quite get why..Why not going in for an experience? Since you already paid? Don’t schools count only the highest score, even for T14? Plus it’s a disclosed test you get to see how you perform and get a copy of the test? Seems to me only pros to go in and write the test..

Hi!

Best of luck to everyone taking the test tomorrow! We got this!

Hope you all have a nice and relaxing Friday :)

Who’s testing with me at SDSU in this glorious San Diego weather tomorrow???? Best of luck!

Hi there,

I'm stuck in what to do before the clock strikes midnight tonight. I have taken 10 PTs within the last 2 months and am scoring between 157-163. I have done the whole 7Sage course and have completed the LG and LR Bibles (have seen a significant improvement on LG). I want a 170+ and I think I can get that with more time and a big life decision.

I think I am being held back by some psychological pressures. Right now I am working on a political campaign. Up until 3 weeks ago, I was working 60 hours per week, but then dropped down to 30 hours a week to study for the LSAT. My score has not improved and I think I have hit a road block. I know that many other people work full-time, but campaigning for a nationally recognized House race is quite demanding and requires constant attention beyond scheduled hours.

Bottom line, I really need a 170+ and I think I can get that if I eliminate a major stress factor in my life. Should I quit my job, eliminating the possibility of a LOR from a congressman, and focus on the LSAT for November OR just take it tomorrow and see what happens even though I am certain I will not get my target score?

What are y'all eating for breakfast on the big day??

What snacks are you bringing for the break???

From what I read online, breakfast should include slow-release carbohydrates, such as whole rolled porridge oats, whole grain bread or low-sugar muesli, as they provide slow-release energy. Adding a protein is also recommended, such as milk, yoghurt or eggs, to keep you feeling full for longer.

GIVE ME IDEAS FOR FUN FOODS TO LOOK FORWARD TO ON SATURDAY :)

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