The issue of you not being able to figure out the solution is not by accident. Nothing the CAS done is without careful deliberation and intent. That was precisely one of their objectives, to raise the barrier to entry while using CBT as a cover to implement their plan. Talk about subtle and sneaky. They get an A for always finding new ways to delay credentials.
I’m waiting to see if I failed before registering. What you described is what I experienced for the Fall sitting. It took me a few hours to find a location close by. The best you can do is keep looking. Due to COVID, capacity is limited so there’s no guarantees you’ll find a center in your area.
How to study for BKM? I’m planning to get the CC/RF combo and use the source material, just realized BKM is not available online. Is there somewhere to purchase just the material on the syllabus?
My colleague recommended ActuaryFellow and Fox joint study manual, it has almost everything: chapter summary, past exams, and Fox flash cards, and practice exams.
I am wondering if it is critical to read all source material for this exam or if the study guides (specifically CF/RF) suffice. Does anyone have insight?
It depends on a person. I have read all the source at some point and a bunch of manuals. It hasn’t helped me. I have gotten 2 5’s over the last 2.5 years (since it has only been offered twice).
The questions are very tricky and have lots of puzzles.