Should I take a practice OGE exam before the main one?

Definitely worth it - you'll see where you're weak and understand what you need to focus on before the real exam. Plus you'll get used to the atmosphere and format, which takes away half the stress.

A mock exam isn't just a rehearsal - it's also a way to figure out if you can actually finish everything on time 😅 A lot of people mess up with time management: they panic during the real exam, start rushing, and lose points on silly mistakes. With a mock exam, you're in a calm environment and you can figure out how much time you need for each section, then practice your strategy.

The one thing though - if you're taking your mock exam somewhere totally different from where you'll take the real one, it makes sense to do at least one mock exam at your actual test location. The room is different, there are different people around, maybe an unfamiliar schedule. It really helps you avoid surprises on the big day 📸