I was in that same exact position last summer, I’ll try and offer some insight. I was scheduled to take the TBX last July when I was hit with massive complications (major family illness plus financial hardship). It was bad and I knew despite some preparation there was no way I could take the test because all my mental energy was drained and I barely could focus. I didn’t have the confidence or the requisite knowledge, so I ended up deferring until Feb...psg190 wrote:Any tips if you're essentially failing every closed book essay at this point? Missing major issues, not having rule statements down, etc. This is in addition to feeling entirely uncomfortable on the MBE.
That being said, it was a very long wait until Feb. I worked and studied up until the exam but it was exhausting. Ultimately, I passed by good margin and improved a lot of my weaknesses but I nonetheless had a lot of regret as to whether I made the right call.
I’d suggest doing some serious self-assessment. Is it just nerves or do you truly not understand the material? Only you know all the details. A lot of people will say that since you paid for the exam you should therefore attend, but if you know there’s no way you’re going to pass I’m not sure if there’s really any value in attendance.
That being said, there is still 18 days left. If there’s any remote possibility you can get yourself on track and where you need to be then I’d highly reccomend staying the course. I’d only commit to deferral if you know there’s just no way.