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TechDave88 Guest	Posted: Sun Aug 27, 2006 8:59 pm    Post subject: 70-290 Could not answer simulation questions I took this test about 2 weeks ago and failed. I received a score of 653...with a 700 to pass. The real kicker is that I could not answer 4 questions....they were all the simulation questions. When I clicked on the simulation box to bring up the simulation, nothing happened except the question popped up again. This means that from the get go I was about 10% in the hole. That is if all questions are weighted equally. The testing facility (Prometric) just told me to try to pass without these 4 questions because they (nor tech support) could do anything about it. Anyone else with this sort of problem?
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Darth Windows Guest	Posted: Mon Aug 28, 2006 2:26 pm    Post subject: Re: 70-290 Could not answer simulation questions When the simulation questions became a full part of the exam in April 2005 there were a whole heap of problems (for both Vue and Prometric). I had a couple of exams cancelled because the Vue test centre couldn't even install the software in time. I know Prometric, at the time, seemed to be taking even longer than Vue to get things sorted out - I personally swapped to Vue in August 2005 to do my 291 because of the problems I'd had with the previous two attempts and problems Prometric were experiencing (tests hanging, questions taking up to two minutes to appear...). I'm not saying that Prometric still haven't got their software sorted out but it may be worth considering trying a Vue centre to see if you get a better experience? -- Darth Windows -- Certifications: MCSA, MCSA, MCDST, MOS Master, Security+, Network+, A+ --
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The Rev [MCT] Guest	Posted: Mon Aug 28, 2006 4:31 pm    Post subject: Re: 70-290 Could not answer simulation questions The onsite Prometric TA should have done something to help you. I would suggest contacting both Microsoft and Prometric about this... -- ..rev - mct.mcngp.44 .. "It is the mark of an educated man to be able to entertain a thought without accepting it" ~Aristotle. .. "TechDave88" <TechDave88@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message news:EC93B3C3-CA7C-4EF4-A729-44DA83324A17@microsoft.com... Quote: I took this test about 2 weeks ago and failed. I received a score of 653...with a 700 to pass. The real kicker is that I could not answer 4 questions....they were all the simulation questions. When I clicked on the simulation box to bring up the simulation, nothing happened except the question popped up again. This means that from the get go I was about 10% in the hole. That is if all questions are weighted equally. The testing facility (Prometric) just told me to try to pass without these 4 questions because they (nor tech support) could do anything about it. Anyone else with this sort of problem?
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OTHMAN Guest	Posted: Mon Aug 28, 2006 6:26 pm    Post subject: Re: 70-290 Could not answer simulation questions "The Rev [MCT]" wrote: Quote: The onsite Prometric TA should have done something to help you. I would suggest contacting both Microsoft and Prometric about this... I took this test about 2 weeks ago and failed. I received a score of 653...with a 700 to pass. The real kicker is that I could not answer 4 questions....they were all the simulation questions. When I clicked on the simulation box to bring up the simulation, nothing happened except the question popped up again. This means that from the get go I was about 10% in the hole. That is if all questions are weighted equally. The testing facility (Prometric) just told me to try to pass without these 4 questions because they (nor tech support) could do anything about it. Anyone else with this sort of problem? This is something to do with the testing centre. They have accepted the responsibility to prove good quality of service.
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unspeakable Guest	Posted: Mon Aug 28, 2006 6:30 pm    Post subject: Re: 70-290 Could not answer simulation questions I had a similar situation at a VUE testing center. My test was also 70-291. The simulations would not run properly. I scored a 668. I told the testing admin and she made a note in the system. The next day VUE called and offered me a free testing voucher. Took the exam again and passed it. As with all computer related testing, every company has problems. At least VUE will make it right. "TechDave88" <TechDave88@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message news:EC93B3C3-CA7C-4EF4-A729-44DA83324A17@microsoft.com... Quote: I took this test about 2 weeks ago and failed. I received a score of 653...with a 700 to pass. The real kicker is that I could not answer 4 questions....they were all the simulation questions. When I clicked on the simulation box to bring up the simulation, nothing happened except the question popped up again. This means that from the get go I was about 10% in the hole. That is if all questions are weighted equally. The testing facility (Prometric) just told me to try to pass without these 4 questions because they (nor tech support) could do anything about it. Anyone else with this sort of problem?
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Cerebrus Guest	Posted: Mon Aug 28, 2006 6:43 pm    Post subject: Re: 70-290 Could not answer simulation questions The Rev [MCT] wrote: Quote: The onsite Prometric TA should have done something to help you. I would suggest contacting both Microsoft and Prometric about this... I think it's time the TA's passed some exams too... ;-)
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Montreal MCSA Guest	Posted: Mon Aug 28, 2006 9:15 pm    Post subject: RE: 70-290 Could not answer simulation questions Hi TechDave, I agree with my colleagues that when you have problems with your exam due to technical problems at the training centre - it has never happened to me but I know a lot of people whose testing computers have crashed or whatnot - any honest testing centre will tell work for you to get a free retake, and if they do not then you should contact the test provider (Prometric) and they will (should?) step up for you. I know that these companies work very hard to keep their satisfaction ratings up, and if the centre does not care then the provider will want to know that, and will usually compensate to make sure you ARE satisfied. Good luck! M -- MDG, MCSA MCSA (2003), MCSA (2000) Certified Small Business Specialist Visit my blog at www.mitpro.ca/Blogs/tabid/59/BlogID/2/Default.aspx "TechDave88" wrote: Quote: I took this test about 2 weeks ago and failed. I received a score of 653...with a 700 to pass. The real kicker is that I could not answer 4 questions....they were all the simulation questions. When I clicked on the simulation box to bring up the simulation, nothing happened except the question popped up again. This means that from the get go I was about 10% in the hole. That is if all questions are weighted equally. The testing facility (Prometric) just told me to try to pass without these 4 questions because they (nor tech support) could do anything about it. Anyone else with this sort of problem?
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Neil Guest	Posted: Mon Aug 28, 2006 9:32 pm    Post subject: Re: 70-290 Could not answer simulation questions did you hear "Cerebrus" <zorg007@sify.com> say in news:1156772581.775216.4250@i3g2000cwc.googlegroups.com: Quote: I think it's time the TA's passed some exams too... ;-) IIRC, they do .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. .. but it's open book and they still likely use dumps... -- The InterNeil MCNGP Triple X - We now return to our regularly scheduled flame-throwing.
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The Rev [MCT] Guest	Posted: Tue Aug 29, 2006 4:13 am    Post subject: Re: 70-290 Could not answer simulation questions Yeah - They have to recertify annually. -- ..rev - mct.mcngp.44 .. "It is the mark of an educated man to be able to entertain a thought without accepting it" ~Aristotle. .. "Neil" <guess!!!@gmail.com> wrote in message news:Xns982D7F919C62Dneilmcsegmailcom@207.46.248.16... Quote: did you hear "Cerebrus" <zorg007@sify.com> say in news:1156772581.775216.4250@i3g2000cwc.googlegroups.com: I think it's time the TA's passed some exams too... ;-) IIRC, they do . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . but it's open book and they still likely use dumps... -- The InterNeil MCNGP Triple X - We now return to our regularly scheduled flame-throwing.
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The Rev [MCT] Guest	Posted: Tue Aug 29, 2006 4:14 am    Post subject: Re: 70-290 Could not answer simulation questions That's why I promote VUE. They have far superior customer service when compared to Prometric. -- ..rev - mct.mcngp.44 .. "It is the mark of an educated man to be able to entertain a thought without accepting it" ~Aristotle. .. "unspeakable" <caseybclark@gmail.com> wrote in message news:PrCdndV4hKdscm_ZnZ2dnUVZ_uWdnZ2d@giganews.com... Quote: I had a similar situation at a VUE testing center. My test was also 70-291. The simulations would not run properly. I scored a 668. I told the testing admin and she made a note in the system. The next day VUE called and offered me a free testing voucher. Took the exam again and passed it. As with all computer related testing, every company has problems. At least VUE will make it right. "TechDave88" <TechDave88@discussions.microsoft.com> wrote in message news:EC93B3C3-CA7C-4EF4-A729-44DA83324A17@microsoft.com... I took this test about 2 weeks ago and failed. I received a score of 653...with a 700 to pass. The real kicker is that I could not answer 4 questions....they were all the simulation questions. When I clicked on the simulation box to bring up the simulation, nothing happened except the question popped up again. This means that from the get go I was about 10% in the hole. That is if all questions are weighted equally. The testing facility (Prometric) just told me to try to pass without these 4 questions because they (nor tech support) could do anything about it. Anyone else with this sort of problem?
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Neil Guest	Posted: Tue Aug 29, 2006 2:46 pm    Post subject: Re: 70-290 Could not answer simulation questions did you hear "The Rev [MCT]" <ireportbadpeople@gmail.com> say in news:OHhRyevyGHA.4452@TK2MSFTNGP05.phx.gbl: Quote: Yeah - They have to recertify annually. and aren't supposed to be MCTs (can't teach and proctor tests) I know this because at one point I was asked to. I read the manual at the time and started giggling when I came to the point in the Policies and Procedures manual that mentioned that I can't do it. (I was so glad they KNEW that from precious tests) -- The InterNeil MCNGP Triple X - That pain pill didn't work; I feel great!
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The Rev [MCT] Guest	Posted: Tue Aug 29, 2006 4:46 pm    Post subject: Re: 70-290 Could not answer simulation questions Right. If you proctor exams you cannot take the exams. In fact if you stop proctoring you must wait 12 to 18 months depending on the exam Vendor. -- ..rev - mct.mcngp.44 .. "It is the mark of an educated man to be able to entertain a thought without accepting it" ~Aristotle. .. "Neil" <guess!!!@gmail.com> wrote in message news:Xns982E3AD1DFBA6neilmcsegmailcom@207.46.248.16... Quote: did you hear "The Rev [MCT]" <ireportbadpeople@gmail.com> say in news:OHhRyevyGHA.4452@TK2MSFTNGP05.phx.gbl: Yeah - They have to recertify annually. and aren't supposed to be MCTs (can't teach and proctor tests) I know this because at one point I was asked to. I read the manual at the time and started giggling when I came to the point in the Policies and Procedures manual that mentioned that I can't do it. (I was so glad they KNEW that from precious tests) -- The InterNeil MCNGP Triple X - That pain pill didn't work; I feel great!
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Wayne Guest	Posted: Tue Aug 29, 2006 4:51 pm    Post subject: Re: 70-290 Could not answer simulation questions "The Rev [MCT]" <ireportbadpeople@gmail.com> wrote in message news:O0nSGD2yGHA.2324@TK2MSFTNGP02.phx.gbl... Quote: Right. If you proctor exams you cannot take the exams. In fact if you stop proctoring you must wait 12 to 18 months depending on the exam Vendor. -- exception ... there was only 1 non teaching stafff ... I became the backup Prometric chick :) Wayne McGlinn MCP Win95 MCNGP Silver Brisbane, Oz
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man Guest	Posted: Tue Aug 29, 2006 6:55 pm    Post subject: RE: 70-290 Could not answer simulation questions anyone done 070-291 exam, i'm about to take this exam tomorrow and see if anyone knows how many simulation questions were there. everyone i think more or else will have problems with simulations but you can pass it even not doing well on simulations. "TechDave88" wrote: Quote: I took this test about 2 weeks ago and failed. I received a score of 653...with a 700 to pass. The real kicker is that I could not answer 4 questions....they were all the simulation questions. When I clicked on the simulation box to bring up the simulation, nothing happened except the question popped up again. This means that from the get go I was about 10% in the hole. That is if all questions are weighted equally. The testing facility (Prometric) just told me to try to pass without these 4 questions because they (nor tech support) could do anything about it. Anyone else with this sort of problem?
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Neil Guest	Posted: Tue Aug 29, 2006 8:41 pm    Post subject: Re: 70-290 Could not answer simulation questions did you hear "Wayne" <wayne@removethis.murrumba.net> say in news: #rtcHH2yGHA.4968@TK2MSFTNGP05.phx.gbl: Quote: I became the backup Prometric chick :) I had this thought of you in a miniskirt and threw up a little in my mouth ;) -- The InterNeil MCNGP Triple X - On the other hand, you also have five fingers.
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