Score Estimation

CFA Level II
#81

If Mel Clark could comment something on how he performed on each subject, so we can approximate the score better and arrive at the probable MPS. Since this was band 10, we can most likely arrive at the MPS if he can really identify his expected performance in like the subjects in which I have taken the max range possible. @Mel Clark

#82

For a total 24 questions, 17 correct answer would put you in the 71% category. It may depend on how CFAI round it and categorize it. 17/24 = 0.708 > 0.7. in my opinion, 17-24 correct answer would put that topic at 71% group. The only sure groupd is 4 correct answer in a 6 question topic. That’s 50-70%.

#83

Yeah, true…17 wud put him in 70+ category but it wud be unfair to assume that he got 17 in both FRA and equ ity. We shud not assume, in my belief, the minimum possible score in each range. Rather, if Clark can comment on his expected performance, how high or low he cud hv got in those ranges, than the approximation could be much better

#84

Yes, for every matrix, there is a speculated range of minimum and maximum correct answers, the more of this kind of range for bordline pass and band 10, the more accurate people can speculate what the MPS is, at least a tight band or range. I say last year it’s 78-84.

#85

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#86

Hence why in my best estimation L2 MPS was high last year

#87

Hey, everyone. Not that I’m trying to be the AF Police over here, but topic weightings on the exam are probably confidential. Sure indicating the weightings isn’t the same thing as talking about actual questions, but think about it: Part of studying for the exam is strategizing about where you think you can pick up a couple of points and where you’re willing to risk a few points. If I were strong on the heavily tested subjects, there would be no reason for me to spend time studying more lightly tested subjects, particularly ones that I’m terrible at. If CFAI wanted to disclose how many vignettes there would be on each topic, they probably wouldn’t have provided a range. I would delete any reference to topic weightings in this thread.

#88

I thought there are websites out there that ask for your results to attempt to calculate MPS’s?

#89

This still doesnt tell you much, the MPS changes every year. We need to do a 3 year average? lol.

#90

Here’s the candidate pledge from the code of ethics. See how the word ANY is emphasized?

Candidate Pledge As a candidate in the CFA Program, I am obligated to follow Standard VII(A) of the CFA Institute Standards of Professional Conduct, which states that members and candidates must not engage in any conduct that compromises the reputation or integrity of CFA Institute or the CFA designation or the integrity, validity, or security of the CFA exam.

  • Prior to this exam, I have not given or received information regarding the content of this exam. During this exam, I will not give or receive any information regarding the content of this exam.
  • After this exam, I will not disclose ANY portion of this exam and I will not remove ANY exam materials from the testing room in original or copied form. I understand that all exam materials, including my answers, are the property of CFA Institute and will not be returned to me in any form.
  • I will follow ALL rules of the CFA Program as stated on the CFA Institute website and the back cover of the exam book. My violation of any rules of the CFA Program will result in CFA Institute voiding my exam results and may lead to suspension or termination of my candidacy in the CFA Program.

And here’s an example from the code and ethics of a violation. Why do you want to risk having your exam voided?

Example 4 (Sharing Exam Content):

After completing Level II of the CFA exam, Annabelle Rossi posts on her blog about her experience. She posts the following: “Level II is complete! I think I did fairly well on the exam. It was really difficult, but fair. I think I did especially well on the derivatives questions. And there were tons of them! I think I counted 18! The ethics questions were really hard. I’m glad I spent so much time on the Code and Standards. I was surprised to see there were no questions at all about IPO allocations. I expected there to be a couple. Well, off to celebrate getting through it. See you tonight?”

Comment: Rossi did not violate Standard VII(A) when she wrote about how difficult she found the exam or how well she thinks she may have done. By revealing portions of the CBOK covered on the exam and areas not covered, however, she did violate Standard VII(A) and the Candidate Pledge. Depending on the time frame in which the comments were posted, Rossi not only may have assisted future candidates but also may have provided an unfair advantage to candidates yet to sit for the same exam, thereby undermining the integrity and validity of the Level II exam.

#91

I got 70% in the Fitch mock so I hope I passed level 2 otherwise I will cry. I got stuck on derivs and fixed income mainly.

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#94

Guys, this isnt a very good feeling. I estimated my score and I am getting right around uncomfortable area - 65-68% :S

#95

Don’t tell me you failed with this scorecard…

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Unfortunately it seems to be the reality…

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I believe Ethics messed you up.

#96

Unfortunately it seems to be the reality…

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I believe Ethics messed you up.

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Above 70% but probably not enough you think?

#97

Are you using a score estimator available online? I’m curious to run a couple scenarios, though I believe I failed… 65-68% should be a passing score, so don’t get all depressed. I think the MPS is typically 63-64%…

#98

CFO Lobo I am hopeful you’re gonn clear it this time. Will wait to hear good news from you.

#99

Thank you, my friend. It was my first try, so we’ll see. I’m not getting my hopes up though because I had to guess on at least 15 questions.

#100

I estimated by marking myself how many questions I got wrong and right. Literally, I still remember exam questions as they were, so I believe I have got 65-68%.