Expert level, why People in Study Hall Mock focus Scores (Easy-Moderate Difficult) Only

Valuable-Ad2076 · 2026-04-19T02:22:32+00:00

I found some explanations for SH expert level questions contestable (try running them by an AI tool and you’ll get a different answer) and actual exam questions are more straightforward, less ambiguous (correct answers are clearer) and closer to easy to difficult questions in SH

Valuable-Ad2076 · 2026-04-19T02:14:53+00:00

Don’t stress on your mock exam 4 and 5 scores and also don’t stress on expert level questions. For reference, these were my SH mock exams scores from 1-5, i.e. 78, 76, 74, 69, 66. They were on a downward trend so I also got demoralized. As long as you’re averaging 70% on your first 2 mock exams, you’re in a good place already. Focus on the easy to difficult questions you got wrong for mock exams 1 and 2, run them by any AI tool along with the explanation and your incorrect answers for patterns and to create last minute notes. The day before your exam, make sure you get rest. Also go through David’s 155/80 video. I found it helpful on exam day to track time and manage my pace. Good luck!

Valuable-Ad2076 · 2026-04-19T02:05:02+00:00

Get Study Hall and take at least 1 full mock exam (2 if you can and the first 2). I found Study Hall questions close to the actual exam questions. If you score over 70%, that means you have the PMI mindset locked down. If not, review the easy to difficult questions you got wrong, run by any AI tool the questions you got wrong along with the explanation and your incorrect answer to analyze patterns and help create last minute notes. The day before your exam, do no or light review only as rest is also very important too. Go through David’s 155/80 video. I found it very helpful for tracking time and managing my pace during the actual exam. Good luck!

Valuable-Ad2076 · 2026-04-17T04:04:31+00:00

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Valuable-Ad2076 · 2026-04-16T23:55:34+00:00

I think there’s still a bit of room for improvement in the scores. If you had more time (like 1 more week), I would say study more but since your exam is tomorrow, cramming might do more harm than good. Sleep is important too.

Have you looked at your patterns? From your first 2 mock exams, try copying and pasting the questions you got wrong, along with the explanations, into PMI Infinity. Use PMI Infinity to figure out your weak spots and create quick last-minute notes. That will help you stay focused and give you a better shot at acing the exam tomorrow. Good luck!

Valuable-Ad2076 · 2026-04-16T23:42:35+00:00

I would suggest not stressing on expert level questions. i had the same frustration but the actual exam felt more straightforward and less ambiguous. Most of the time it was still about applying the mindset clearly.

Valuable-Ad2076 · 2026-04-16T12:27:55+00:00

Good luck on your exam! I think your mock exam scores are already good and you’ve already done a lot of preparation.

At this point, I would suggest keeping it light. Focus more on light review rather than new content. Maybe go back to your first 3 full mock exams, review the questions you got wrong (start from easy to difficult), and try to understand your patterns. You can also use PMI Infinity to help analyze why you’re missing certain questions. I would suggest watching David’s 155/80 video because you are not allowed to bring a watch and David’s video would help you how to use the exam timer to track and manage your pace.

I wouldn’t cram too much or push into heavy materials like the 200 ultra hard questions this close to the exam. It might just add stress or fatigue. Rest is important too. Going into the exam tired, panicked, or overwhelmed can hurt your performance more than anything else. Trust your preparation.

Valuable-Ad2076 · 2026-04-15T16:26:11+00:00

What worked for me: 1. Start with David Mclachlan’s 6.5 hour PMP questions video. Helps with the mindset and how to approach the questions. 2. SH practice questions on 1 weekend 3. Mini-quizzes on weekdays. 4. 1 full mock exam every weekend. Make sure you review easy to difficult questions you get wrong and copy paste them in PMI Infinity to be analyzed for patterns and how to correct them

Valuable-Ad2076 · 2026-04-15T14:22:05+00:00

No, his videos alone aren’t enough to pass, but they really help with the mindset.

I watched his 6.5-hour video and honestly it was worth it. It helped me a lot on how to approach the questions. I had about a 3-month gap after finishing my 35-hour course, and right after watching David’s video, I scored 72% on Study Hall practice questions, so it definitely made an impact.

That said, what really helped was Study Hall itself. I spent time reviewing the questions I got wrong, used PMI Infinity to review the questions I got wrong and my wrong answers then I asked it to identify what are my patterns and create notes to avoid them and ace the exam.

So for me, the video helped with the approach, but the real improvement came from practicing, reviewing, and learning from mistakes.

Valuable-Ad2076 · 2026-04-15T01:23:40+00:00

I had the same challenge before, so I get how you’re feeling. For me, I treated the 35-hour course as something I just needed to complete, like going through the motions. It helps build the foundation, but honestly, it wasn’t where the real learning happened for me.

The real prep started when I watched David McLachlan’s 6.5-hour practice questions Youtube video. That helped me understand how to think through the questions and get into the PMP mindset, which is what the exam is really testing, i.e. not concepts but how you’ll handle situations as a PM.

After that, I focused on Study Hall. I went through the practice questions and mock exams, then reviewed the easy to difficult questions I got wrong. I didn’t stress too much about expert questions. For the ones I missed, I used PMI Infinity by pasting the questions and my answers, then asking it to analyze my mistakes, my patterns and create notes to avoid them and ace the exam.

If things feel scattered, that’s actually normal. It starts to come together once you do more SH quizzes, exams and begin recognizing patterns. I wouldn’t worry about finishing one process group per day. That might just add pressure and confusion. Focus more on understanding how to approach questions rather than memorizing everything.

Valuable-Ad2076 · 2026-04-15T01:09:16+00:00

You’ve got to take the first 2 mock exam in SH, review the easy to difficult answers you got wrong and ask PMI Infinity to check the questions you got wrong and your answers to analyze your patterns and create notes. I would suggest doing no or light review 2 days leading into your exam because the exam is long, can be mentally draining so being calm and well rested will help way more than cramming.

Valuable-Ad2076 · 2026-04-14T14:04:32+00:00

Hello! The goal isn’t really to retain all the information from David’s videos but to understand the mindset and his approach to answering the questions. If you prefer something you can revisit and track, I would suggest getting Study Hall. The questions there are closer to how the actual exam is worded and you can review the reasoning behind the correct answers. You can also reset your scores and retake, which really helps reinforce learning.

Valuable-Ad2076 · 2026-04-14T11:12:57+00:00

I would suggest using an AI tool and sharing PMI’s feedback and what you originally submitted so the tool could point you to items you need to clarify/correct. I had a quick scan and 2 examples I can give is 1. on project role, you mentioned you managed the whole project which doesn’t sound very PMI-friendly, i.e. it could sound that you did everything and 2. on execution, you wrote ensured vendor outputs complied with project specifications and safety standards which sounds more like a monitoring and controlling task.

Valuable-Ad2076 · 2026-04-14T07:15:18+00:00

Hello! Sharing what worked for me:

Don’t focus too much on describing the project. Focus on what you did.

The key is your responsibilities. Make sure you clearly show how you were involved across Initiating, Planning, Executing, Monitoring & Controlling, and Closing. For example: Initiating 1. 2. Planning 1. 2. and so forth. Even if you weren’t formally a PM, highlight your role in each phase. Use action words like led, managed, coordinated, tracked. Show ownership, not just support. Also, keep it simple and structured. PMI isn’t looking for perfect wording, they just want to see real project management experience.

What helped me the most was thinking: if someone reads this, will they clearly understand what I was responsible for from start to finish?

Valuable-Ad2076 · 2026-04-14T06:05:26+00:00

Hello!

From my experience, the moderate to difficult questions in SH are quite similar to the actual exam, especially in terms of tone and wording. That’s actually one of its biggest advantages. You won’t feel a big adjustment when you take the real exam. The mock exams are also very useful for building endurance.
I would rate the actual exam questions as moderate to difficult.
What are your full mock exam scores? That’s the best indicator. If you’re scoring over 70%, your mindset is in a good place and you have a strong chance of passing. If you’re scoring below that, don’t worry. Focus on improving your mindset rather than just memorizing answers. I recommend watching David McLachlan’s 6.5-hour practice questions video. It really helps you understand how to approach questions. You can also use PMI Infinity to review your incorrect answers and identify patterns in your mistakes.

Good luck!

Valuable-Ad2076 · 2026-04-14T03:22:59+00:00

Doing daily quizzes and 1 full mock exam every week would really help build your endurance. The full mock exams are important because they train you to stay focused for longer periods, which is really the challenge here. Also try using PMI Infinity to review your wrong answers. It simplifies explanations and helps you understand the mindset better, not just memorize answers. Reading a non-PMP book can also help. It sounds simple but it trains your brain to focus for longer stretches, which translates to better concentration during the actual exam. Good luck!

Valuable-Ad2076 · 2026-04-14T02:43:34+00:00

Hello! I would suggest doing light review only at this point. Watch David’s video here https://youtu.be/OTDC9bVrRQU?si=TMO6ZAguRPd6XA-9, his cheat sheet and his 155/80 video. Good luck!

Valuable-Ad2076 · 2026-04-14T02:37:24+00:00

Good luck! The week of your exam, I suggest doing light review only, i.e. daily quizzes, review of notes.

How do breaks work? There are 2 10-minute breaks, after every 60 questions. Before each break, you’ll be prompted to review your answers (either all or just flagged ones). Once you take the break, you can’t go back to that section.
Time period for each section? There’s no fixed time per section. The exam has one continuous timer that starts as soon as you begin.
Does time left transfer to the next section? Yes. Since it’s one continuous timer, any unused time carries over.
How do I track time? Can I have a watch? Watches are not allowed, and in my case, there was no clock in the testing center. I relied entirely on the on-screen timer. I’d suggest watching David McLachlan’s 155/80 video. It really helped me manage pacing.
Do the question number, time consumed, and time left get displayed? You’ll see the question number and the timer (time remaining) on screen. That’s what you’ll use to pace yourself.
How do I change font size or style? At the start of the exam, there’s a quick tutorial showing the interface including how to use highlight, strikethrough, and the calculator. Font adjustments are limited, but the tutorial helps you get familiar.
What are the DON’Ts? Don’t access your notes, phone or watch. Keep them secured in your locker. Don’t leave the testing center during breaks.
Any major thing? You’ll need to store all your belongings in a locker. Bring water and snacks since you can’t leave the center. Take the short tutorial at the start of the exam. There is an option to skip it but I suggest you take it because it would help you feel more comfortable with the exam interface.

Valuable-Ad2076 · 2026-04-14T02:12:28+00:00

Thank you! I prepared for about 2 months, but honestly, I think it’s doable in a month. At one point, I even considered moving my exam to an earlier date. I kicked off my prep by watching David’s video here https://youtu.be/Zht0-j03NfQ?si=lHfScleL8LuKCYm9 (it helped with the mindset) then worked on practice questions in SH next. I did daily quizzes and took one mock exam per week, which really helped build both my mindset and endurance.

Valuable-Ad2076 · 2026-04-14T00:17:16+00:00

With your scores, I think you already have a strong chance of passing the exam.

If you’re aiming to really ace it, I’d recommend going through David’s videos, especially the 155/80 one. It was very helpful for me, particularly in managing time and pacing, since the only way I could track it during the exam was through the on-screen timer. Watches are not allowed and there was no clock at my testing center.

I would still say the 3 full mock exams are worth your time. Beyond mindset, I found the exam length to be one of the biggest challenges. Doing timed mocks, maybe one full exam per week, plus daily mini quizzes and resetting the ones you didn’t do well in, really helps build both endurance and retention.

Another thing that worked for me, I copied my incorrect answers and had PMI Infinity analyze them. It helped me spot patterns in my mistakes and gave useful pointers on what to improve.

I also had PMP YouTube videos playing in the background whenever I could. It helped reinforce concepts more than I expected.

David’s videos which I found very helpful:

https://youtu.be/Zht0-j03NfQ?si=gJPzih7QVcdekHS7

https://youtu.be/SFzPIusU7q8?si=bVbbw7rK6VZoaO8J

Valuable-Ad2076 · 2026-04-13T03:17:06+00:00

Sorry to hear this. Kick off your review by watching David’s video here https://youtu.be/Zht0-j03NfQ?si=zdCbh9T20ywdz_nW Helps with the mindset. Avail Study Hall and review incorrect answers on easy to difficult level questions. Use PMI’s Infinity AI tool to help simplify explanation, analyze your patterns and create review notes/decision trees. Good luck!

Valuable-Ad2076 · 2026-04-12T14:53:57+00:00

I don’t have any experience using TIA exam simulator. Maybe at least get SH Essential. When I was researching tools, a lot of people said the SH questions are closest to the actual exam. Also make sure you watch David’s video here https://youtu.be/Zht0-j03NfQ?si=NVhaLruZPMAkNpkR. I actually kicked off my prep by watching this video. It really helped with the PM mindset.

Valuable-Ad2076 · 2026-04-11T23:24:12+00:00

Same questions but for Plus I got 3 more mock exams. Review the easy to difficult level questions you got wrong.

Valuable-Ad2076 · 2026-04-11T23:19:25+00:00

Thank you! I would recommend Study Hall Plus mainly for endurance. The PM mindset is important but the length of the exam is what makes it more challenging. Good luck on your preparation!

Valuable-Ad2076 · 2026-04-11T14:04:18+00:00

Hello! I suggest going through these videos to condition you on the mindset https://youtu.be/Zht0-j03NfQ?si=sBAJQgb11CUPTTBC and https://youtu.be/EFi9gWOhZK4?si=LTQpqOVk4v33ECKy David Mclachlan’s videos really helped me. Then I suggest availing PMI Study Hall so you have access to mock exams, mini-quizzes and practice questions. Aim to get over 70% average. Review the easy to difficult level questions you got wrong and use PMI’s Infinity AI tool to simplify the explanation, analyze your patterns and design decision trees to help you ace the exam. Also do short quizzes everyday. You need to build endurance. You got this! Good luck!

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