Taking Your Exam

Navigation Between Questions

Moving through your exam efficiently is key to a good experience. Here's how to navigate like a pro:
Basic Navigation Controls

• Previous Button: Click the "Previous" button with a left arrow to go back
• Next Button: Click the "Next" button with a right arrow to continue
• Submit Exam Button: On the last question, this becomes "Submit Exam" in green
• Question Counter: Shows "Question X of Y" in the navigation area

Navigation Statistics

The sidebar shows helpful statistics at the top:

• Answered: Number of questions you've completed
• Flagged: Number of questions you've marked for review
• Remaining: Number of questions left to answer

Answering Single and Multiple Choice Questions

Single Choice Questions

• Radio Button Style: Click one option to select it
• Visual Feedback: Selected answer gets a blue border and light blue background
• Clear Selection: Your previous choice is automatically deselected
• Question Type Badge: Shows "Single choice" in the question header

Multiple Choice Questions

• Checkbox Style: Click multiple options as needed
• Visual Feedback: Each selected answer gets a blue border and light blue background
• Partial Credit: Some questions may give partial credit for correct selections
• Question Type Badge: Shows "Multi choice" in the question header

Answer Selection Process

1. Read the Question: The question text appears in large, clear font
2. Review All Options: Each option is in its own bordered container
3. Click to Select: Click anywhere on an option container to select it
4. Visual Confirmation: Selected options are highlighted with blue styling
5. Multiple Selections: For multi-choice, click additional options as needed

Question Information Display

Each question shows helpful context:

• Domain Badge: Blue badge showing the topic area (e.g., "Networking")
• Blooms Level: Purple badge showing cognitive level (if available)
• Question Type: Gray badge showing "Single choice" or "Multi choice"
• Question Text: Clear, readable question stem

Using the Timer and Progress Indicators

Timer Display (Timed Mode)

• Digital Timer: Shows time remaining in HH:MM:SS format
• Color Coding:
• 🟢 Normal: Plenty of time remaining
• 🔴 Warning: Time is running low (last 10% of time)
• Pause Indicator: Shows "Paused" when exam is paused
• Clock Icon: Timer has a clock icon for easy identification

Progress Indicators

• Progress Bar: Visual bar showing completion percentage
• Question Counter: "X/Y answered" shows your progress
• Completion Percentage: Calculated automatically as you answer questions

Exam Sidebar Information

The right sidebar shows:

• Exam Title: Name of the certification you're taking
• Version: Specific exam version (e.g., "SAA-C03")
• Timer: Current time remaining (timed mode only)
• Progress Card: Shows "X/Y answered" with a progress bar

Time Management Tips

• Monitor the Timer: Keep an eye on time remaining in timed mode
• Pace Yourself: Don't spend too long on any single question
• Flag and Move On: Mark difficult questions to return later
• Use the Grid: Check the question grid to see your overall progress
• Plan Review Time: Leave time to review flagged questions

During the Exam

Best Practices

• Read Questions Thoroughly: Don't skim or rush through questions
• Answer Every Question: Even if you're unsure, make your best guess
• Use the Flag Feature: Mark questions you want to review later
• Stay Focused: The interface is designed to minimize distractions
• Check Your Progress: Use the sidebar to monitor your completion

Handling Difficult Questions

• Don't Get Stuck: Move on if you're spending too much time
• Use Process of Elimination: Cross out obviously wrong answers
• Flag for Review: Mark difficult questions to return later
• Trust Your Preparation: Rely on your study and knowledge

Technical Features

• Auto-Save: Your answers are automatically saved as you select them
• Responsive Design: Works on desktop, tablet, and mobile devices
• Stable Interface: No page refreshes needed during the exam
• Keyboard Accessible: Full keyboard navigation support