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I need some help here.. I have taken the California Contractor's license test and have failed it 5 times. I study the home material and still cannot pass it for whatever reasons. I pretty much need a tutor and I'm willing to pay for it. I have 2 of these "Guaranteed" pass school books and they for me have been useless for me.
Thanks in Advance
Mike

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What part of the test are you having a problem with the law or the trade?

Curt


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Both.. I scored 67 percent on the last law test and 58 on the trade which makes no sence because I was in the union and went though the 5 year school. I'm a bad test taker and always have been, but I don't know why I cannot pass this test.

Mike

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mike...maybe you should look at some videos.years ago i was having trouble with motors calculations and the code.well after looking around i found this site,tom henry.electrical books and videos.well i can tell you it was a big help to me.step by step instructions.and if you miss it,just rewind the tape.on your test you have 2 to 4 questions on motors right?pick up the tape.and good luck next time.
http://www.code-electrical.com/examvideos.html

also check out the ecn bookstore as well,at this web site.

[This message has been edited by lighthouse (edited 01-28-2003).]

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Hey Lighthouse.. I have seen that before, but my problem is that I need one on one training. Or at least some classes that can deal with both law and code. It's almost like I need someone to guide me though this ordeal. I have to turn down all this work due to not having a license. Like I said, I'm willing to pay whatever to pass this test.. :-)

Mike

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mike...sorry i can't help you with the law.but the books and videos in the above link was a big help to me.and i'm not trying to sell you a book or video either.the motor tape was was a big help and calculations workbook was a big help too.mike pick up the motor tape.it's worth it.if the test has 4? on motors at what? 1.5 points each.trust me on this one.

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Ill try the tapes but will also need some tutor time as well.. I really thank you for your time guys.. Let me know if anyone is in the Nor Cal area..

Cheers
Mike

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Mike,
I would advise you to check out Mike Holt's web site. He offers a home study course that is excellent. I'm not sure if he does his week long crash courses in your area. I passed the Florida State test on the first try using his material.

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What's the URL to his site?

Thanks
Mike

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mike.here the link to mike holts site as well
http://www.mikeholt.com/

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