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10-08-2008, 07:58 PM
Hi everyone,
I was wondering which is easier to study and pass, the CLEP or the DSST exam?

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10-09-2008, 02:54 AM
CLEP has 5 answer choices and DSST has 4 making it more probable to get the answer correct.
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10-09-2008, 09:10 AM
But which one has the easiest material in their exams?
Sorry for sounding like someone who doesn't like to work hard, but I want to graduate on time.
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10-09-2008, 10:31 AM
I took Clep Info Sys and Computer Apps (LL) and DSST Mgmt Info Systems (UL). DSST was much easier.
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10-09-2008, 12:41 PM
clep lover Wrote:Hi everyone,
I was wondering which is easier to study and pass, the CLEP or the DSST exam?

Thanks!

It depends on your prior level of knowledge in a subject. What may be easy for you could be impossible for me. That being said, many people find the CLEP Analyzing and Interpreting Literature to be quick, easy credits. Here's a thread where someone asked a similar question: http://www.degreeforum.net/general-educa...ight=gimme
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10-09-2008, 12:45 PM
Obviously, the more you know about a subject, the easier the test will be. That is not what the person is asking. The person wants to know which test, in general, has the easier questions.

alissaroot Wrote:It depends on your prior level of knowledge in a subject. What may be easy for you could be impossible for me. That being said, many people find the CLEP Analyzing and Interpreting Literature to be quick, easy credits. Here's a thread where someone asked a similar question: http://www.degreeforum.net/general-educa...ight=gimme
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10-09-2008, 01:12 PM
Sowak777 Wrote:Obviously, the more you know about a subject, the easier the test will be. That is not what the person is asking. The person wants to know which test, in general, has the easier questions.

Sorry for trying to help someone.
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10-09-2008, 01:38 PM
Sowak777 Wrote:Obviously, the more you know about a subject, the easier the test will be. That is not what the person is asking. The person wants to know which test, in general, has the easier questions.

I understand your response to Alissa, however her answer, in my view, is right on. Had the writer asked "Which algebra exam is easier to take and prepare for, CLEP or DSST?", a more definitive answer might be offered.

The reality is that every exam is different, just like the background and experience levels of the test takers.

I have found the primary difference is the number of answers offered. CLEP has 5 while DSST's have 4. I don't know if that makes DSST's easier as typically one of the answers on a CLEP exam question is obviously wrong and your left with 4 choices anyway.
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10-09-2008, 04:57 PM
motuterry,

Thanks for answering this so clearly!
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10-10-2008, 02:00 PM
I want to thank you all for your answers. Smile
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