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June 2nd, 2024 02:39
Issues with simulator during exams
Hi all, I have read many posts here regarding students failing the simulator component of exams by getting 0% or 50% after getting very good scores on the first part. Can anyone comment on if it's better to do the exam at a Peason Vue test center rather than from home ? I'm just thinking in case I fail due to technical issues and wish to dispute the result then the quality / setup of my internet connection and computer can't be blamed ?
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DB_2022
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June 12th, 2024 21:26
Doing the exam at a test center will remove the computer/internet setup as a factor in your exam. It's your best chance of having no technical issues during the exam. And if you do have such a problem then it's not your fault. The disadvantage is that test centers rarely have optimal equipment - e.g. the screens are usually smaller than what you'd have at home. In my experience it's perfectly adequate though, and I personally much prefer being out of the house for exams.
I think most of the exam failures you're seeing are more a function of the way the exam/simulator questions are written and/or scored than due to technical issues.
quintinmorrow
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January 27th, 2026 15:58
Exam simulators can be really unforgiving when something small goes wrong. I’ve seen issues caused by browser updates, pop-up blockers, or background security tools kicking in mid-session. Running a full system check beforehand and using a clean profile helps a lot. If it crashes during the exam, documenting timestamps and screenshots usually makes support more responsive afterward.