Can you build a confidence interval with only binary data ?
If I know nothing about a process and have only a series with n results of True False. Can I build a 95% probability confidence interval for the true probability of a True, using some kind of...
View ArticlePost-Exam Survey: Please Contribute (Reason Inside)
folks, there is a question in post-exam survey: I had adequate time in the morning session to complete the exam Those who think CFA Institute overly focuses on test-takers ability to manage time in the...
View ArticleBest Pen, Pencil, Eraser, Sharpener, and Calculator
Best Pen: Uni-Ball Signo Mitsubishi . Works like a charrm. Smooth, clear, reliable and ergonomic . The rubber piece is so convenient. Made in Japan.Best Pencil, eraser, and Sharpener : hands down...
View ArticleDoes anyone think sometimes the correct MC answer is not there?
I was reading a post from a while ago where someone said they thought the correct answer was not there. Thinking back, I feel like there was one question at every single level that was relatively...
View ArticleIs jobline worth it?
Hey Guys,Wanted to know if anyone has tried Jobline?Is it worth the cost?
View ArticleIn 2015 exam the key to pass will be AM not PM
We all know that PM exam was straight forward for majority of candidates which will put significant increase in relation to MPS. Based on this fact, I think whoever score less than 65% in AM will have...
View Articleprep suggestion for the PM session
Most agree the PM session was easy. Not me. Got my behind handed to me during the last 2 item sets. Used Schweser and thought I was ready but couldn’t figure how to answer the last 2 sets.If you found...
View ArticleRecored retention
From CFAI: (page 181)“Local RequirementsLocal regulators often impose requirements on members, candidates, and theirfirms related to record retention that must be followed. Firms may also...
View ArticleWho used a timer or wristwatch for AM L3?
Usually I just use my normal wristwatch and place it on my exam table for each 3 hours session. This year, I used a digital watch too with a stop reset timer for the AM questions, so both to help with...
View ArticleSchweser L3
So now that you’ve taken the exam what do you think about schweser for level 3? What products did you use and was it worth it?
View ArticleGood Days and Bad Days
Hey All,Wanted to ask the forum if other Level III takers also experienced good and bad days when thinking about the test results? Some days I feel I almost certainly passed and others I feel I most...
View ArticleInteresting results: one pass one fail
Essay 1 Portfolio Management - Individual 20*– 2 Portfolio Management - Individual 19–* 3 Equity Investments 17 *– 4 Economics 15 *– 5 Portfolio Management - Institutional 16-*- 6 Portfolio...
View ArticleGetting back to normal
Of the 3 exams I realize I’m having the most difficult recovery from L3. Often my attitude, sleep deficit, personality, etc. would have “bounced back to normal” by now. At this point I realize I’m...
View ArticleBootcamp attendants: how confident are you of passing L3?
Could you also share whether the program was better prepare you with AM or PM? Thanks!
View ArticleNegative Cross Currency Basis Swap - By JP Morgan
I’m reading an article about high yield debt and active issuence of european corporates issuing debt in the US.Can someone explain what they mean by bold statement below:“we expect active issuance to...
View ArticlePCP investigation
Hi,Can you become a regular member of CFA Institute if you have a PCP investigation pending against you?
View Articlemeaning of MPS
seriously what does MPS mean actually?I find the links from CFAI website arent that helpful..1) if say MPS is 65%, does it mean as long as my total score is >65%, I will pass? Regardless of my score...
View ArticleImplementation Shortfall vs VWAP
I am preparing for an interview where I am preparing for details of Implemenatation Shortfall(Arrival Price) and Volume Weighted Acerage Price(VWAP) Can someone brief about the two?
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