How to Study for CARS | My 9 tips for a 99th percentile score (131)

Use these 9 easy tips and tricks to score a 131 on the MCAT CARS section (99th percentile). Just like the rest of the MCAT, CARS practice needs to be done properly if you want to see results. In addition to giving you my CARS tips, I provide links to free CARS practice passages and explain how to study for CARS properly. I also give you an MCAT CARS study schedule for you to follow.

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Timestamps:
0:00 Intro
0:24 What's on the CARS section?
1:09 Tip 1
2:01 Tip 2
2:43 Tip 3
3:31 Tip 4
5:24 Tip 5
6: 40 Tip 6
7:55 Tip 7
8:55 Tip 8
9:50 Tip 9

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[jacobhernandez]

Timestamps w/ descriptions

Tip 1: Don't read questions until you finish reading the passage. @1:13
Tip 2: Never skim through CARS passages @2:03
Tip 3: Keep your eye on the clock @2:45
Tip 4: Improve speed using different techniques @3:32
Tip 5: Avoid boredom and distractions @5:27
Tip 6: Be aware of common tricks/traps used by AAMC @6:43
Tip 7: Know the frequently asked CARS questions @7:58
Tip 8: Answer questions by thinking about the answer to question without looking at choices @8:58
Tip 9: Practice using materials listed @9:52
Bonus tip: Don't flag any questions - chances are you'll never have time to come back, so just do your best and move along.

[bea-xsus]

went from a 124 to a 127 in a week using your tips!!!! thank you

[annamartino]

I just tried your techniques on my latest practice full length exam, and I got my highest CARS score ever! I'm taking my MCAT in less than three weeks and this just motivated me so much! Thank you for making such helpful videos :))

[katieandersen]

Most common sense advice I’ve heard concerning CARS 👍🏽

[DoctorRex]

I 100% agree with your tips. I especially agree with not reading the questions first and never skim! I think these are common traps that a lot of people tell you are good "test taking strategy" which I think may work for some people, but should definitely not be taken as gospel! I also really like your tip on coming up with your own answers to questions before looking at the answers. I think this helps you answer questions quickly and allows you to more reliably "go with your gut."
As someone who also got a 131 on CARS and is starting med school this year, I can tell you this man knows what he is talking about. I look forward to following your journey!

[evapiernas]

I want to thank how responsive you are to our questions! Other youtubers don't answer our questions and it is frustrating sometimes...

[strongerthandarkness]

This is the best CARS video on YouTube. Haven’t found anyone who breaks down this dreaded section of the MCAT like you have. Thank you 🤘

[kanyonbeecher]

Bro I watched your video a week ago and went from a 123 in CARS to a 127. I can’t thank you enough!

[TheDavidEspitia]

So glad I stumbled upon your channel!! I was scheduled to take the MCAT this August but due too not enough study time and not feeling prepared I made the decision to take it next year. I will be starting my studying in January so thank you for the tips! CARS is very difficult for me so this was extremely helpful.

[acarwash]

Tip 8 sounds really helpful...I think you nailed the explanation that reading the answers before thinking of my own answer can cause me to justify each of the answers subconsciously...I'll try this out! Thank you :)

[Chris_man-jxlw]

The silent killer tip is insanely accurate, currently working on fixing this problem and my accuracy has improved quite a bit

[emberbabyname]

This helped me feel like I’m on the right track, thank you! The only thing I will probably continue to do is flag questions cuz I find that most of the time I can think more clearly the 2nd time around. I’m not worried about wasting too much time on the question. Although it is risky if you run out of time towards the end

[Fialol]

Thank you so much, Ahmad! I’m so happy that I came across your channel. I’m still a 3rd year nursing student but I’m already worried and thinking about the MCAT as I plan to do med school right after nursing.. so thank you again for the tips! I’ll make sure to check out your other videos to be better prepared for the MCAT!

[anastaciamodo]

Thank you i am old enough to be your mama but i am learning from you. Keep up the good work

[etsube]

You are going to be a phenomenal doctor. I can see it! 🙌🙌🙌🙌🙌😘

[Kristielina]

Thank you for the CARS analysis. It was excellent! ❤

[jaidaabshire]

This is the most helpful I have watched so far.

[laibamurad]

You are awesome!!! God bless ya for this!!!!

[brycehardy]

Loving your videos man, hoping to write the MCAT this summer.

[nelliep]

Thank you so much for your input! I am currently struggling to bring my CARS score up and I don't know what to do differently at this point.