Effective April 1, 2017, the CPA Exam structure by section will be changed as follows:
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Item |
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Section |
Type |
Weighting |
Testlet |
| AUD | 72 MCQs
9 TBS |
50%
50% |
#1: 36 MCQs
#2: 36 MCQs #3: 2 TBSs #4: 4 TBSs #5: 3 TBSs |
| BEC | 62 MCQs
5 TBSs 3 Written Responses |
50%
35% 15% |
#1: 31 MCQs
#2: 31 MCQs #3: 2 TBSs #4: 3 TBSs #5: 3 Written Responses |
| FAR | 66 MCQs
9 TBSs |
50%
50% |
#1: 33 MCQs
#2: 33 MCQs #3: 2 TBSs #4: 4 TBSs #5: 3 TBSs |
| REG | 76 MCQs
9 TBSs |
50%
50% |
#1: 38 MCQs
#2: 38 MCQs #3: 2 TBSs #4: 4 TBSs #5: 3 TBSs |
With the change in how the task-based simulation questions are distributed, candidates will no longer be able to view all of the task-based simulations to determine which ones to answer first — a strategy many candidates used in answering the task-based simulations. Candidates will need to be even more aware of their remaining time on the exam when they reach the task-based simulation questions. Additionally, don’t forget there will be an optional 15-minute break between Testlet #3 and Testlet #4. Learn more about the exam basics.
Want more information about the 2017 CPA Exam stucture? Visit our 2017 CPA Exam Changes page, and download our infographic for a handy guide!
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