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Step 3 Exam Format: How Long Is Step 3 and How Many Questions?
Step 3 is a two-day exam: 232 questions on Day 1 (about 7 hours) and 180 questions plus 13–14 CCS cases on Day 2 (about 9 hours). See the block layout, breaks, scoring, and what each day tests.
NBMEcalc Editorial Team·7 min
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Step 3 CCS Cases: How Many, How They're Scored, and How to Practice
Step 3 has 13–14 CCS cases on Day 2, each capped at 10 or 20 minutes of real time. See how USMLE scores them, the six official practice cases, and a case-by-case review checklist.
NBMEcalc Editorial Team·11 min
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AMBOSS vs UWorld for Step 2 CK: A Source-Checked Decision Guide
Compare the Step 2 CK features each product currently documents, then choose by study workflow, remaining time, and the resources you already own.
NBMEcalc Editorial Team·9 min
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What to Do the Night Before Your Step Exam
A practical USMLE test-day checklist built around the official permit, identification, security, belongings, and break rules.
NBMEcalc Editorial Team·6 min