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Can you identify the statement that is NOT a likely explanation for matriarchal leadership in sheep? This DAT/OAT Biology question examines animal behavior, herd dynamics, and evolutionary adaptations. Work through the choices before viewing the answer and explanation on the second slide...

Can you identify the statement that is NOT a likely explanation for matriarchal leadership in sheep? This DAT/OAT Biology question examines animal behavior, herd dynamics, and evolutionary adaptations. Work through the choices before viewing the answer and explanation on the second slide...

Can you solve this DAT/OAT quantitative reasoning problem before looking at the answer? This problem tests your ability to apply percentages, taxes, and algebra to a practical real-world situation. Work through the problem first, then check your solution on the second slide. Free DAT & OAT...

Can you solve this DAT/OAT quantitative reasoning problem before looking at the answer? This problem tests your ability to apply percentages, taxes, and algebra to a practical real-world situation. Work through the problem first, then check your solution on the second slide. Free DAT & OAT...

Congratulations to another outstanding OAT student! We're grateful that this student allowed us to share their experience anonymously to help encourage future optometry students. OAT Scores Academic Average: 370 (95th percentile) Total Science: 360 (88th percentile) Biology: 400 (99th...

Many students confuse D/L notation with the direction of optical rotation. These are different concepts and should not be used interchangeably. Mastering amino acid stereochemistry is essential for success on the DAT and OAT. Understanding the underlying concepts—not just memorizing facts—will...

One of the biggest mistakes students make is trying to memorize every metabolic pathway. Dr. Romano teaches students to understand the concepts behind the reactions instead. Question: In glycolysis, the conversion of 2-phosphoglycerate to phosphoenolpyruvate is classified as what type of...

A percentage increase followed by a percentage decrease does not necessarily cancel out. Can you solve this DAT Quantitative Reasoning problem before viewing the answer on the second slide? Many students incorrectly assume that a 50% increase followed by a 30% decrease results in a 20%...

Sheldon has 60 fewer apps on his phone than Patricia.Patricia has 5× as many apps as Sheldon.If their total number of apps were divided evenly among three friends, how many apps would each friend receive? A) 12 B) 15 C) 30 D) 20 E) 10 Answer: C Let S = Sheldon and P = Patricia S = P – 60...

Dr. Romano goes over the rules for naming compounds, an essential General Chemistry topic on the DAT. This video is a great refresher if you want to strengthen your fundamentals before exam day. Watch here: If you have questions after watching, feel free to post them here — happy to help...

Here’s a high-yield DAT biology question for anyone prepping this cycle: The bacteria involved in the production of dental caries is…? A. Streptococcus mutans B. Enterococcus C. Yersinia pestis D. Streptococcus pyogenes E. Bordetella pertussis Answer: A is correct! Explanation: The...

I’ve seen a lot of students say the real DAT felt tougher than expected after prepping with Bootcamp — especially in Bio, Math, and Gen Chem. 📊 Here's a quick visual based on recent feedback: If you want to read more, here’s the full post: 👉 Is DAT Bootcamp Too Easy? What Students Are...

We recently posted a breakdown of the most common reasons students struggle on the DAT — especially during their first attempt. ✅ Lack of timing strategy ✅ Studying passively instead of actively ✅ Not reviewing practice tests properly ✅ Ignoring burnout signs ✅ Relying on overly “easy” prep...

I just finished remediating my M1 year and things went smoothly. I'm on summer break now and I am studying for my second year + reviewing The reason why I had to remediate M1 was because I just didn't know how to study. I've figured it out that I basically have to rely on third party resources...

Hi there! I recently just passed Step One and am now going into my M3 year. I was wondering if it was worth it to keep reviewing Step One material for clinicals, Shelfs, and eventually Step 2? I planned on trying to review a chapter in first aid each day but that does not feel very doable with...

Hey everyone! I'm starting MD school this fall. My undergrad was in the arts, so I'm a complete Anki novice. I'm trying to get my study workflow refined over the next couple of months. I was wondering about how people bridge the gap between their lecture notes and Anki study material...

M3 here on my last rotation (4 wks left). I've struggled with mental health for years, but M3 year has been so stressful that things took a nose dive. I have a good support system, I see a therapist, I take meds, do what I can to take care of myself, but I feel like I'm hanging on by a thread. I...

This post isin't meant for the high IQ's, but rather the average joes who grinded their way into A's and top test scores. I'd love to know how you did it and any advice you'd give to yourself/students about to start mcat/med school studying. Thanks!

I have read some threads on this forum and some students have written that they have read big Robbins in one month. How is this possible? How can one read around 40 pages in a single day while still being able to recall the information or even understand them to an enough extent? Any tips?

Hey all! I have never posted here before, so feel free to tell me if I am breaking the rules or anything. I plan on taking the MCAT in late May (as of right now, I plan on applying next year as I am a Junior, I hope that's not too late). Anyway, I took the diagnostic Kaplan MCAT exam over...

As some realize, grad school is no undergrad and those study habits ain’t working! I almost never studied(well) in undergrad, and you can’t survive grad school 4 weeks into PT school, a D in one exam(Movement Science) and something needs to change. This Covid move to online learning is...

Hey everyone! I was recently accepted and I have ~5 months until orientation week. I was wondering if could receive some recommendations as to what I could be doing to further prepare myself for medical school to make the transition smoother. It could be life hacks, suggestions for books to...

Hi, What were the most useful resources when studying for the IL MPJE? Any books particularly useful? Any helpful study tips/things to watch out for? Transferring my license and looking to take my exam ASAP, and don't even know where to start! TIA!

I am going to be an incoming student this fall and am trying to decide which q bank to use to supplement studying for classes/start prepping for board style questions. I just did a Masters program where I took anatomy, physiology, pharm and other classes I will be pretty much repeating during...

I was wondering if anyone could recommend what they used to study for (and pass) Massachusetts's MPJE? Did anyone use Prontopass? All they do is send you the same statutes you can find online, correct? Thanks

Setting aside time to study for the MCAT can be challenging, but staying focused during that time can be even more difficult. Here are 5 tips to help you stay focused and maximize the study time you do have: Turn off distractions. Engaging in deep, focused and meaningful learning requires you...

So I just withdrew from my first genchem college chemistry class. Does anyone have any tips on how to excel in a chem lecture with like 300 people? I have ADHD and dyslexia, and I think that they've really kicked my rear this semester and that's part of the reason I've been struggling, but I...

Hey guys! I've been trying to find a thread that matched with my situation the most, but I cannot seem to find any. But I really need advice and some help! I was set to take the DAT this early September but I do not feel ready at all. I've studied everything but my scores in QR/Math and General...

How should I begin my MCAT studying?? I am staring at the big stack of Kaplan books in my room and it is very daunting!! Any tips?

Hello! At my school, we have a sophomore level undergraduate embryology class. I tried taking this last year at the same time I was taking Organic Chem and I knew the first week it would be too much so I dropped the class. Best decision I made all semester! I was wondering if anyone had any...

Hello everyone, So I guess I'm going to vent a little (more like a lot) but as the title states I am so frustrated with CARS. It wasn't a surprise that this section would be a struggle because when I studied for the SATs I just could not handle this section. Maybe because English isn't my first...

Hey all! So I am currently studying for the DAT and everything seems to fine material wise except for Biology. I am still in the Material review phase so I'm not practicing much of what I'm going over but it just takes too much of my study time. I'm taking notes as I am going through Cliffs AP...

Hi guys. Just completed OMS I and barely got through this year. Needed some advice on how to succeed in the upcoming year where pathophys will be the dominant subject matter. I am personally really slow when it comes to studying which is why I struggled. My routine is as follows: 1...

I am trying to decide if I should get and use the AAMC prep bundle and am hoping for feedback. Also, any general studying tips are appreciated! I took a practice Kaplan MCAT and need to raise my score 3 points higher than my Kaplan score to be safe for an interview and 6 points to be at the...

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:: Post is not yet complete. In first draft :: First, I wanted to preface that I am no more than another pre-medical student that took the MCAT. I didn't score 520+... But I recorded a lot of information along the way and really wanted to share with hope it'll be of some use. The MCAT requires...

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Hi everyone, I am currently a rising junior in college. I plan to take the MCAT in April or May of next year. I want to potentially start studying for it this summer, or at least have a plan in mind for when/how I should study. My issue is that I have not taken sociology, physics, orgo II, or...

"I have never visualized anything in my entire life. I can’t “see” my father’s face or a bouncing blue ball, my childhood bedroom or the run I went on ten minutes ago. I thought “counting sheep” was a metaphor. I’m 30 years old and I never knew a human could do any of this. And it is blowing my...

Hello everyone, I am preparing to take the MCAT at the beginning of 2017. I have one more semester to take a couple extra classes. To anyone that has taken the NEW MCAT, or anyone who has good info, what are the best courses besides the required courses. I am deciding between a physiology course...