Been searching for the PC passing score and I keep seeing different numbers. Some say 70%, others say 75%, and the official website isn't super clear.
I've been working through "PC" searches online and the passing requirement seems to vary by state or version? Or am I overthinking this?
My practice test scores are hovering around 68%. Should I be aiming higher before I schedule my actual exam?
Also I noticed on PC - Professional Electrical Contractor — are the practice questions usually harder or easier than the real thing? Trying to calibrate how ready I actually am.
Any recent test takers who can share what the real cutoff is?
For what it's worth from someone who's been through it:
The PC is one of those exams where the practice tests really do prepare you well. The style of questioning is pretty consistent. If you're comfortable with "PC" material under timed conditions, you'll be fine.
The one thing I'd add: read the question stems very carefully. They sometimes add a qualifier that completely changes the right answer and it's easy to miss when you're going fast.
Also check whether you need to schedule the exam in advance — some testing centers book up 2-3 weeks out.
The honest answer is: it depends a lot on your background.
If you're already working in this field, the PC exam is testing knowledge you probably use daily. The "PC" sections will feel familiar.
If you're coming in from outside, give yourself an extra 2 weeks and really focus on the practical application questions.
The practice tests here are worth doing repeatedly — I did the same test bank multiple times and found new questions I'd missed each time.
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