Take Frequent Breaks


Finally, six hours is a long time. Be sure to get up and walk around during the exam. I recommend taking a short, five-minute break every hour during the exam. Eat a snack, go to the restroom, smoke a cigarette ( Warning: The Surgeon General has determined that smoking is hazardous to your health!), walk around, stretch, crack your knuckles, or whatever . . . then get back to the task at hand. You might even incorporate breaks into your test-taking strategy. For example, answer 50 questions and then take a break.

Also, if you find your mind wandering or you have trouble focusing, take a break. Burnout and fatigue can lead to careless mistakes or indifference. If you feel these symptoms coming on, take a break.

But be careful not to overdo your breaks. Most people seem to finish the exam in four to five hours, but it’s also fairly common to see several candidates working frantically until the last minute. Stick to frequent but short breaks and you’ll be fine.




CISSP For Dummies
CISSP For Dummies
ISBN: 0470537914
EAN: 2147483647
Year: 2004
Pages: 242

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