Question: What kinds of questions are on the EA exam? Answer: The EA exam consists of 100 multiple-choice questions. Questions on the exam are all worth the same points. There is no point difference for conceptual or calculation type questions. There are three types of multiple-choice questions on the exam: “direct question,” “incomplete sentence,” and […]
This Study Tip of the Week discusses how to complete CPE for Enrolled Agents. When using Gleim CPE for your Enrolled Agent Continuing Education hours, you should follow the following procedure to get the most benefit. Step One: Answer 20 introductory diagnostic multiple-choice questions. This is to introduce you to the subject matter of your […]
Happy Memorial Day Everyone needs to take a break once in a while. I encourage you to take some time off of studying this holiday weekend. Spend a day with your friends and family, and look forward to the summer with renewed determination and enthusiasm. On behalf of the entire Gleim Team, I wish you […]
Question: What is the process to register and sit for the EA Exam? Answer: In order to sit for your first part of the EA exam, you must (1) obtain a PTIN (Preparer Tax Identification Number) from the IRS, (2) register for the part, and (3) schedule an appointment to take that part with Prometric. […]
Many candidates are distracted with to-do lists and other responsibilities when they study in their home or office. Find a location where you can truly focus. If you need a quiet space to study, try your local library or bookstore. Candidates less sensitive to noise might find their comfort zone in the corner of a […]
Internal Audit Awareness May is International Internal Audit Awareness Month. This is the perfect opportunity to promote the profession and its important role in organizational governance, internal control, and risk management. This is the ideal time to think about your professional goals and begin your journey to becoming certified. Are you already a CIA? Encourage […]
Garrett Gleim sends CPA candidates bimonthly emails concerning different aspects of the CPA exam. Candidates can see the most recent email and all the archives here on the CPA Candidate Forum. As addressed in my last email, the recent AICPA announcement that the U.S. CPA Exam will now be offered in five countries, in addition […]
Question: How can I determine what the passing percentage is? Is it 60%, 70%, 80% or something different? Answer: The short answer is that you cannot determine the passing percentage. Each candidate receives a different form of the exam with a different mix of questions. Therefore, scores are reported on a sliding scale. Scaled scores […]
EA List of Topics The IRS posts a list of the topics for the computerized Enrolled Agent Exam. This list is based, in part, on the results of a survey of over 10,000 enrolled agents. While it represents the knowledge needed for the tasks performed by enrolled agents, not all of the topics will appear […]
The current continuous 10-month testing window opened on May 1, 2011. The IRS is now testing 2010 tax laws in this 10-month window. Exam candidates must use current review materials to be competitive on the exam. Use the 2011 edition of Gleim EA Review System to guarantee your success. The 2011 edition will be current […]
