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Congratulations!!!!

Posted on May 22, 2014 by Harry C. Friebel

Harry here – I just wanted to send a quick note of congratulations to everyone that passed the PE exam. I know some States have yet to release their results and the wait can be agonizing … Hang in there! … Continue reading →

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Best method to carry books into PE exam?

Posted on May 1, 2014 by Harry C. Friebel

Harry here – sometimes I get asked by my class what is the best way to carry books into the PE exam? Frankly, my answer is simple and probably won’t cost you anything: simply use your airplane carry-on bag. It has wheels (so … Continue reading →

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April 11, 2014 is your day!

Posted on April 10, 2014 by Harry C. Friebel

Harry here – this is a special note to all my Spring 2014 students. Several of you asked me to prepare a prep talk for tomorrows exam. However, I don’t think you need it an here’s why: You have sacrificed … Continue reading →

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How big is the PE exam table?

Posted on March 6, 2014 by Harry C. Friebel

Harry here – As an PE review course instructor I often get asked about the exam room. Questions vary from: “How big is the exam table?” “How much room will I have for my books?” “How many people to a table?” Well, … Continue reading →

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PE Civil exam – time to study

Posted on February 13, 2014 by Harry C. Friebel

Harry here – PE review courses are starting up.  It is still not too late to sign-up.  Take a PE review course online, in-person, study together with friends – just start studying! Don’t forget, when you are practicing problems (#1 way … Continue reading →

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How to study for PE exam?

Posted on January 30, 2014 by Harry C. Friebel

Over the past few weeks I have been contacted numerous times by people planning on retaking the PE exam.  Their questions are excellent and I thought I’d share some of my communications with everyone.  Again, this advice is for people planning … Continue reading →

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Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to All!

Posted on December 24, 2013 by Harry C. Friebel

Harry here – I want to wish everyone and their families a Happy Holidays, a Merry Christmas, and a Happy New Year! We at Golden Ratio Publishing know that studying for the PE exam is very important to you, but friends and family are even … Continue reading →

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When will the PE test results be available?

Posted on December 12, 2013 by Harry C. Friebel

Harry here – I just learned that the results from the October 2013 PE exam were sent to the States December 5th.  Now it’s up to your State board to decide on the cut score for passing the exam.  Usually States … Continue reading →

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Hope your exam went well yesterday!

Posted on October 26, 2013 by Harry C. Friebel

Harry here – Just wanted to drop a note to everyone that took the PE exam yesterday and let you all know I was thinking of you. Hopefully you stayed relaxed and gave it your best shot. I am sure … Continue reading →

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Thank you Queens and a quick note from a former student.

Posted on September 14, 2013 by Harry C. Friebel

Harry here – Last weekend I had the opportunity to teach a Water Resources & Environmental PE Civil review course to students in Flushing Meadows (Queens,) NY.  It was my pleasure to meet everyone and share those two days together.  Hopefully … Continue reading →

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