Everything You Need to Know About CPA Exam Scores

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While many people opt to take the certified public account exam to improve their qualifications, they are unfamiliar with how the CPA exam scores system works.

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Before getting into details about the final score itself, it’s important to make sure we understand the breakdown of the exam structure.

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The Uniform CPA exam is split into four parts: the AUD, BEC, FAR, and REG.

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These components consist of multiple-choice questions and task-based simulations, while the BEC is the only section that tests written communication.

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In all sections, MCQs and TBSs have a 50-50 weightage on your score, except for the BEC.

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BEC splits the grade weightage at 50%, 35%, and 15% for the MCQs, TBSs, and written tasks, respectfully.

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Based on previous exams data, the AUD and the FAR have the lowest passing rate and can be considered the most difficult portions of the test.

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