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ASM2 and ASM3  \nCG2: Prepare the student, including speed and accuracy, to pass the Probability Exam (Exam P/1) . ASM2 and ASM3  \nCG3: Help the student develop a variety of professional behaviors that will enable them to distinguish themselves from their peers.  \nCourse Objectives: The student will be able to  \n1. Plan/manage exam study to be able to thoroughly prepare for a SOA exam. CG2  \n2. Determine the appropriate approach for solving problems similar to those given on the Probability Exam (Exam P/1) . CG1  \n3. Complete a practice exam during a three-hour period with an acceptable percentage of correct answers. CG2  \nCourse Requirements and Evaluation:  \n1. The grade in this course will be based on the following:  \na. Miscellaneous assignments to develop professionalism – 15%(due as assigned)  \nb. Quality time spent in preparation for the exam (computed as quality time = time in \\# of hrs * quality rating/4; where quality rating is given on a scale of 1 to 4)– 30%(10 hrs = A-, 8 hrs = B-, 6 hrs = C-)  \nc. Time spent reviewing previous material – 5%(1 hr = A-, 0.88 hr = B-, 0.75 hr = C-)  \nd. Number and accuracy of practice problems completed – 30%(35 = A-, 30 = B-, 20 = C-) and 15%(19 = A-, 15 = B-, 10 = C-) respectively,  \ne. Scores on practice exams – 5%(80% = A-, 70% = B-, 50% = C-) .  \n2. Passing the Probability Exam (Exam P/1) at any point during the semester will immediately result in a final grade of 100% for each of the exam related course requirements (time spent studying/reviewing, practice problems/exam) . Submit a copy or scan/photo of your passing notification to your instructor to receive full credit. Class attendance is still required unless otherwise indicated by the instructor.  \nOffice Hour Appointments:  \nOffice hour appointments can be made using the Calendly site, [https://calendly.com/mgardeng/20min](https://calendly.com/mgardeng/20min) (appointments may be made up to two weeks in advance) . If there are no available times at which you able to meet, send Dr.  \nGardenghi a message including some days/times between 7:30am and 3pm when you are available.  \nGeneral Policies:  \n1. You are expected to attend class in accordance with University policy. See the student handbook for attendance requirements. Note that missing class does not impact your weekly study requirements.  \n2. You will maintain the study log (see the provided Excel spreadsheet) to document your study efforts. You will post the Excel file (and keep it updated) in your personal Exam Prep MS Teams channel, so that I can keep track your progress.  \n3. 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