Hey guys, im signing up to take the DAT soon and i was wondering what you guys think the best time (morning, afternoon) is to take the exam? I can choose from 9am through 12pm. Also, is our mind supposed to be more clear when it's around 10am or something so that's the optimal time? thanks
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You might be over think'n it a bit, their partner.
Well, are you a "morning person". If not, afternoon. If so, any time. I wouldn't waste too much brain power on those details. Just get a good night's sleep and relax.
P.S. Ask DAT questions in the DAT forum for better results. 🙂
Well, are you a "morning person". If not, afternoon. If so, any time. I wouldn't waste too much brain power on those details. Just get a good night's sleep and relax.
P.S. Ask DAT questions in the DAT forum for better results. 🙂
dontbam said:
Hi there,
I would suggest take it as late as you could, thus I would choose taking it at 12pm. Why? Because most people I know like to sleep in, plus you will be studying all night long the night before (trust me) trying to review as much as you could. Also, it will give you ample time to eat a hearty breakfast, shower, and drive to the testing center. As for me, I was reviewing Bio up till the last minute (I stopped reviewing 15 minutes before the test) and scored a 23. Oh, and don't forget to bring something to munch on; a power bar, or some trail mix, a little water ect. Your brain will be depleted of sugar by the time you finish the first half so bring something to refuel when you have the chance. Don't take the test straight through with no breaks! Finally, PRAY to the good ol' Lord that your test will have easy questions!
I agree.PDizzle said:
I took the DAT around 12:00 b/c I knew that I would be nervous the night before and may not get to sleep early. I right......by taking the noon option I was able to get a good 8 hours the night before b/c I slept in. Good luck and don't worry. If you prepared and performed at least average on your practice tests then you will do well no matter when you take it.
STATE DEPENDENT LEARNING!!!
If you used crack when you were studying for the DAT, take it before you take the real one.
If you got up at 7am and began your reviews and practice tests then take the morning time.
If you rolled out of bed at noon, ate some food, and then started to study, then take the afternoon slot.
Bottom line, whatever you did to prepare for the exam you should repeat it on the reat one.
If you used crack when you were studying for the DAT, take it before you take the real one.
If you got up at 7am and began your reviews and practice tests then take the morning time.
If you rolled out of bed at noon, ate some food, and then started to study, then take the afternoon slot.
Bottom line, whatever you did to prepare for the exam you should repeat it on the reat one.
i did mine at 12 after i ate early lunch .. i had the runs during the test.. i think it was from being nervous.
dontbam said:
Anything after 9 will be bad cause it's going to be a 5 hour test. Some testing center like in NYC has time slots that allow you to take the DAT in the late afternoon, which will be another good option for nite birds if you happen to be one.
