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There is no question that the best strategy for USMLE success
is to know the content tested. Without content knowledge, your
chances of passing, let alone doing well on the Step 1 exam, are
slim to none. However, knowing the science doesn't guarantee a
high score. You also need to be able to APPLY that knowledge to
USMLE-style questions. And you need to make sure you can answer
the questions in the allotted time! There is nothing more
frustrating than running out of time on a standardized test.
In addition, to score well on the USMLE Step 1 you'll need to
keep your composure. There will be many questions where you won't
know the answer. Good test takers won't panic! They will
systematically eliminate the distracters they know are wrong and
will then guess and move on.
This site will contain an ever-growing library of articles
focusing on test-taking strategies. Some articles will be
specific for Step 1; others will apply to all the Steps of the
USMLE.
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Boards of the United States, Inc. and the National Board of
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