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Online Proctoring Questions Answered—Part I

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Online Proctoring Questions Answered—Part II

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The online proctoring option and several important changes to the exam’s navigation and delivery will launch on December 14, 2020. Practice using the new format—and the digital whiteboard tool—through the updated demo exam, available now!

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