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Pre-Assessment Tips

Tips & Strategies

  • General pre-testing tips
  • General test taking strategies

USA Hire System Information

  • Assessment completion deadlines
  • Assessment or question timers
  • Submitting answers
  • Taking breaks
  • Using scratch paper or calculators

System Requirements

  • Verify your testing device meets system requirements
  • How do I check if my internet browser is up to date?
  • Enabling JavaScript in your browser
  • Turning off your Virtual Private Network (VPN)
  • Switching testing devices
  • Are a webcam or speakers required?
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