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Lesson 1

Mixed passage blocks

Run two science passages plus one CARS passage per block.

Mixed blocks simulate real test fatigue. The skill here is switching contexts without losing accuracy. You must reset quickly from a biology passage to a physics graph to a CARS argument.

Key Points
  • Mixed practice builds stamina and reset skill
  • Microresets prevent carryover errors
  • Track focus level to catch fatigue
  • Short reviews preserve learning
  • Context switching is a trainable skill
Reflection

Which transition feels hardest for you (science to CARS or CARS to science)? Write a onesentence reset routine you will use.

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What is the main purpose of mixed passage blocks?
A microreset routine helps because it:
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AAMC MCAT Prep Overview

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