5 CASPer Questions You Need To Know & Expert Sample Answers You Can Use
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- Here are 5 CASPer questions including the best answers, that you can use to prepare for your CASPer test. Whether you are applying to DO or MD programs, your CASPer prep should involve practice questions and responses.
This video will review 5 official CASPer sample questions indicated on the administrator's website as well as 5 of the best answers for them. Unlike what you may have heard, you can and should prepare for your CASPer test and there's clear evidence showing that coaching works and applicants can improve their practice CASPer score by up to 23%.
We're going to share with you the same strategies we share with our students in our CASPer prep programs and we'll provide some tips throughout the video. CASPer questions can be very tricky, and having a clear and effective strategy is key to succeeding. It can be very useful to review CASPer test sample questions and answers, so you can learn what is being assessed in such evaluations, and how you can prepare effectively for your own CASPer test.
CASPer questions can be tricky and that's why we've made this video to help you prepare well in advanced for some of the questions you'll run into.
Here are the timestamps and what we'll cover:
00:00 - Intro
06:58 - Prompt #1
07:54 - 1st Question and Answer for Prompt #1
09:03 - 2nd & 3rd Questions and Answers for Prompt #1
09:51 - Prompt #2
10:36 - 1st Question and Answer for Prompt #2
12:22 - 2nd Question and Answer for Prompt #2
13:12 - 3rd Question and Answer for Prompt #2
14:07 - Prompt #3
15:22 - 1st Question and Answer for Prompt #3
17:20 - 2nd Question and Answer for Prompt #3
18:01 - 3rd Question and Answer for Prompt #3
19:10 - Prompt #4
19:51 - 1st Question and Answer for Prompt #4
20:33 - 2nd Question and Answer for Prompt #4
21:01 - 3rd Question and Answer for Prompt #4
21:20 - Prompt #5
22:56 - 1st Question and Answer for Prompt #5
28:06 - 2nd Question and Answer for Prompt #5
30:11 - 3rd Question and Answer for Prompt #5
32:56 - Outro
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Situation 1:
Study group: Members have heated convo. Sarah is inconsistently contributing. She says she's busy and defends herself. Mike and John push back.
How would you diffuse the situation?
- Acknowledge the validity of everyone's concerns. Speak privately with Sarah. You don't know that she's just blowing things off. She may have something going on in her life.
Do you agree with Mike and John?
- We don't agree with either side. We need more information. We can not jump to conclusions.
Suggestions:
- Be proactive. Draw on your own life. How can you get someone to interact more.
Situation 2:
Paternity Leave: If he doesn't take paternity leave he can get a promotion. Short term vs long term.
What would you recommend, should he take paternity leave?
- Your not making the decision for this individual, just what would you recommend
- Use information gathering base to take Tom, ask him some questions about his priorities
- How do his priorities align. Could the long term benefits outweigh the gaps.
What strategies would you offer to help him make the decision?
- We don't know what his priorities are. He needs to come up with a pros and cons list, talk with others.
Work life balance?
- Personal opinion. Why do people struggle to find this.
- what thought have you put into this?
- Talk about your own struggles. Difficulties of balance.
Situation 3:
- Frank and Julia are two coworkers. Frank says Jason shows up late to work, dozes off. Julia says company encourages flexible working conditions. Frank is worried behavior could be sign of something more serious going on with Jason. Julia says he should respect Frank's professional boundaries.
What advice to Frank about Jason?
- Question about professional boundaries.
- We want to show concern for our teammembers, but there are barriers to protect all of us.
- Try to balance boundaries with concerns.
- Try to set up a private meeting. Create a safe, nonjudgemental space.
Would additional action overstep boundaries.
- What do professional boundaries mean to you?
- It should be with the intent of helping the teammember and business, not out of curiosity or gossip.
What if Jason is being bullied at work?
- If boundaries that exist give way for some general leeway.
- Think through the ramifications of your actions (either way)
- Make an open space for reflection.
Situation 4:
- High school basketball team captain. Aunt died. Not very close. Funeral same day as your regional championships.
Funeral or basketball game? Event are four hours apart by car. No drivers licence.
- What is the most important case here? This is a question about your priorities.
- Two people are relying on you. Think through the ramification of your actions.
- must be there for family or team (detail your thought process for choice)
A time when you had to make a similarly challenging decision?
- Reflect on the decision you made. What lessons did you learn.
Strategy for managing conflicting demands in your life.
- what did you learn? what tools did you use?
Situation 5: Retail store: customer doesn't have receipt to return item. Cashier can provide in store credit or change but no refund. Customer really needs refund to buy prescription medication for daughter.
What do you tell the other employee? Give a refund? Abide by store policy?
- Pressing issue is an ethical dilemma, help the customer as much as possible without compromisingthe store policy.
- Acknowledge the customers concerns lessons, sound concerned, have a private conversation
- Gather information, make sure the customer bought the item from the store
- look at the store's policy, see what you can do (could there be some leeway)
- manager is away. can we call someone else? can we call her?
- If refund possible, give it to customer. Otherwise apologize and look for other ways to help her.
- maybe recommend they contact family physician etc. (maybe there's a way for her to get the medication)
- Summary: gather information, look into, understand the full scope
What if employee gives the refund anyway, would you report her to the supervisor?
- Depends on store policy, upholding is duty as an employee
- If it was clearly against the rules....
- I would encourage her to thoroughly document what she did and let the supervisor know herself
- follow up with her if she hasn't reported the incident, and then report it myself
- give people the opportunity to do the right, be honest
What aspects would you consider if you established a new refund policy?
- I would want to hear from our customers first. What do they think of our return policy.
- determine what seems fair and appropiate from their perspective?
- also look into other stores.
- return policy should be transparent; uncomplicated, simple and universal
- maybe 4-5 rules to the policy, electronic and printed receipt
- establish an in house database (customer would have to enroll of their volition)
Summary:
- collect information
- demonstrate what you would do and how you would do it
- balance tensions, priorities and needs.
Thank you for your comment.
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Thank you so much ❤
THE GOAT
Whoever's reading this: Take a deep breath. You've got this!
Good advice Jessica!
Haha, I'm taking the exam on Sunday... sigh, I'm kinda excited but super scared that I won't be able to answer these questions correctly. Thanks though!
@@lawryvolcanoflames6293 how did it go?
THANKYOUSOMUCH ❤
😂thanks taking in. An hour
This video has a lot of very helpful tips, thank you! However, the expert response is waaaay too long and unrealistic to be thought of and typed within the time limit
She thought about it for days before this video 😂😂😅😅😅
i guess experts can type at 400 wpm to get this down in the time frame lol
It is another money maker, if a school wanted to know your values they could easily and cheaply done so by having nursing and medical students write the well tested RCMP or military IQ exam. The two exams test your values, and if that is what they must know then how does someone like me pass the RCMP and military IQ test that you cannot study for, but fail on a CASPer test. It has to do with the 11 random people marking you. These 11 people do not require any qualifications. So it is essentially the same as having a jury trial your answers. You hope the 11 random people have the same values that you have. That is why I can pass a standardized RCMP police IQ test with a solid 4 (5 being the highest merit). The markers are psychologists hired by the RCMP and are trained to seek out the best candidates. This is where you realize the CASPer test then is up to 11 random people.
Thanks for your comment!
@@angelaanderson2105 The markers aren't necessarily "random people", they are highly trained to determine the answers which demonstrate the right attitude, values, mentality etc. that is suitable for what they are being tested for.
Thanks for your comment Nadia!
@@angelaanderson2105 how would u know if you "failed" the test or not? I have yet to take this test but I thought only the schools receive your mark?
I was just on their website looking at the “expert” responses to a sample CASPer situation. The overall response the expert gave totaled about 1400 words among the three questions. This means that they would have had to type at about 280 wpm with no grammatical errors, mind you for questions they’ve never seen before. I think this is a good example of why this whole thing is laughable. A response like that simple isn’t even physically possible for about 99.9% of the earth’s population.
Hello D D! Thanks for your comment. These sample answers are meant to be a guide for how to structure your answers, to show you the logic behind how CASPer question types work. This helps you understand how to approach CASPer questions and formulate your own quality answers. We have shorter, more "realistic" answers in these videos czcams.com/video/8M1aNg_NxHI/video.html, czcams.com/video/bzRswInUF00/video.html, czcams.com/video/N4xcAcUhpc0/video.html Please have a look!
Typing that fast isn't possible for 100% of the poplulation. Top typists max out at around 180 wpm
smooth integration of the cat, that's what shows true skill as a video presenter
These were really great tips! But, how would you go about saying all of those aspects in the expert response in only 5 minutes?
You don't have to say all of what we teach. Our answers are longer for training purposes so we can tell you about multiple angles. You can be way more concise on test date.
Concerning the last scenario, I am sure that the manager left someone in charge during their absence. Contacting this individual or the shift supervisor should be the first step.
Hi Scott, thanks for your comments! Practicing helps a lot in getting responses down to the 5 minute time limit. We have a ton of CASPer related resources if you're hoping to learn more about the test!
These are great answers but how is anyone possibly supposed to answer this thoroughly in 5 minutes?
You don't have to say all of what we teach. Our answers are longer for training purposes so we can tell you about multiple angles. You can be way more concise on test date.
Came for the content, stayed for the cat
Were you able to come up with and type the example responses within the time limit? I love the responses, very complete ideas of things I considered after the question. However, I don't see any way to give this complete of a response within the allotted time restrictions.
You don't have to say all of what we teach. Our answers are longer for training purposes so we can tell you about multiple angles. You can be way more concise on test date.
Exactly! Like I’m sorry her responses were 5 min each. We only have 60 sec 😢😅
Thank you Dr Sarah. Very informative
Glad you found this helpful!
Great information AND a bonus cat?? A+.
Thank you for your comment!
Awesome video! Thank you!
Hi Hallie! You are very welcome!
I did the CASPer last year for veterinary admission and I was graded 8/9 overall!! Unfortunately I didn't make it into vet school last year (that's the only reason I got my grade back), but I am applying again this year and trying for the CASPer again tomorrow! This video gave me great insight into some of the things I might have been missing to score that perfect 9! Thanks heaps :)
Hi Nadia, thanks so much for your comment, I'm glad you enjoyed the video. Good luck tomorrow!
I hope you make it Nadia! 👩🏻⚕️🐈🐕🐩
Hi, can i know how did you answer your question? Did you write from multiple perspectives (similar to the video) ?
Great work Nadia, best of luck this year. Can you please let me know how you prepared last year and were you able to answer all questions? How long were you answers? Thanks a lot
How did you find out your Casper score?
For the second prompt about if you'd suggest paternity leave or not, along with what you said, would it also be good to mention it would also depend on what kind of support system their family has and how they're doing financially? Of course, not asking for the details of their private life, but mentioning if they have inlaws or other family that could help while he is working, that could make it easier to continue working. If not, it would be very difficult for his wife to go through that time alone. Additionally for him to consider on his own how well they are doing financially. If they've been struggling with finances in any area of their life, doing this job and possibly getting an increased income would help a lot in the long run.
Also when I said "consider on his own", I mean not including me in his personal life. I would of course suggest for him to talk about these issues with his wife so they could discuss these (and other) pros and cons.
Hello Winston! Thanks for your comment. It's always good to consider these details, but you must be careful with being too nosey. You are right to suggest that they should speak about these things between themselves.
I am rewatching the video in preparation for my exam and working with cat distractions too!!! :)
Hello Kathryn! Good luck with your test!
Excellent CAtSPer video
1. You are answering these questions from HR's perspective, not yours. (You make everyone feel good, but ultimately follow policy and narc on coworkers.)
2. The test assumes ethics are context independent, e.g., your ethics regarding a refund as a minimum wage worker at Target reflect ethical decisions you would make as a doctor.
Thank you for your comment.
LOL I laughed out load- so true. Imagine reporting your Walmart co-worker for giving an unauthorized refund- insanity!
Hi, How long the answers to the questions should be?
It is a very informative video, but the many interruptions due to advertisements are annoying.
Thank you!
That cat is so adorable 😂
for the paternity leave example: good to mention many human resource departments have rules against discrimination of paternity leave, etc? or is that hitting it too hard
In the video he mentions a friend who took paternity leave and "was in the same role for months." Be good to highlight this might just be one perspective and he could talk with others in the company who have taken paternity leave to see where they ended up? Or talk with his supervisor about potentially teleworking/coming in for some half days of work (compromise)?
Those are good points! It is good to consider several possibilities and alternatives in order to provide an informed, sound solution. Remember, you will only have 5 minutes to answer the questions, so do not get stuck on trying to provide ALL possible alternatives. Try to highlight 2 or 3 points of your choice.
Hi i have a doubt...do we need to turn on the caps lock key during the Casper test....
for the last situation cant an employee access like camera footage as a form of proof of purchase of the item as a last resort or would that be too extreme and unreliable? I'm just wondering if anyone has any thoughts on if this would be a good point to bring up or if it would actually hurt the response and why. Thanks!
Hi Daas, thanks for your comment. We'd be happy to discuss this with you, please find a link to our CASPer prep page where you can schedule a free initial consultation: bemoacademicconsulting.com/casperprep
Great tips but I really dont think I can type even half of what you touched on for the answers
Hi Charles, thanks for your comment! Please do keep in mind that the responses given are for learning purposes only, you wouldn't have to include all the information - it's just to give you an idea.
The expert's response could be more helpful if it was not so long and was more realistic. Besides, as a cashier, who am I to give medical advice to a customer? That is clearly out of the scope of my career!!
The short tips were more helpful than the long answers. Thanks for the tips!
@@yasaminasbaghi6361 Thank you for your comment!
EXACTLY!
@@irisdelgado1707 Thanks for your comment.
Can you do the interview for me?? 😂 you're awesome and thorough thank you!
Glad you found this helpful!
I checked the first sample scenario from your website and it ******requires typing 192 WPM******
Thank you for your comment. This is a sample answer. Remember, the length of your answer does not make your answer good. You must focus on quality - try rewording the answer, shortening it, but keeping the message. This is a video, so keep in mind that verbal answers are
usually longer.
All of this makes so much sense and I know I would knock the answer out of the park normally. But coming up with an answer in a minute and a half? can you really even put "thought" into your answers at that point?
Hi Rishi! Thanks for the comment. The key focus of our CASPer prep is is to teach you strategies to tackle any type of CASPer question. Once you get comfortable with the answer strategies and practice them via mock sessions, you should find it much easier to come up with thoughtful answers in the limited time. The expert responses in this video are based on strategies that we train our students to use in their CASPer tests. If you want to learn more about how to prepare for CASPer, check out our blog bemoacademicconsulting.com/blog/casper-prep-tips
My CASper test is start in 5mins... Hopefully I can do well!
Hi Tammy! Thanks for your comment! Please let us know how it went!
These are great. But she is clearly reading something she has previously written in her expert response, making it an unrealistic situation for us. Of course this is an expert answer, as she has prepared this ahead of time. While this may be the intended goal to provide multiple viewpoints, it should be stated that these answers are rehearsed for that reason. Failing to do this, makes people (speaking for myself) feel like anything short of the 'expert' answer is less than the ideal answer.
Hi Chris, thank you for your comment. The main message of our CASPer prep is that you can learn strategies to tackle any type of CASPer question - you do not need to memorize any questions or expert answers to do well. All you need to do is get comfortable with the answer strategies. The expert responses in this video are based on strategies that we train our students to use in their CASPer tests. If you want to learn more about this, check out our blog bemoacademicconsulting.com/blog/casper-prep-tips
Great advice for the answers! However, there is no way you are typing out your responses in 5 minutes!
Hi David! Thanks so much for your comment. The example answers here are supposed to demonstrate the logic and strategy behind structuring your answers. Your answers do not have to be this long! Let us know if we can help in any other way!
Hey! I wanna take CASPer test. So can anyone tell me if Indian residents can apply for it? And will I be able to apply at NYU School of Medicine being an Indian???
wrong platform to ask for
It is my understanding anyone can apply. For example, if you have a degree from India and you apply for UBC School of Nursing. They now accept International students, taking the CASPer is part of getting into the program in addition to one first-year English course and 6 credits of a standard university Anatomy and Physiology course. You can be any nationality in order to write the CASPer. I would say you have a chance as any other as the 11 people marking your CASPer test are chosen at random, and as arbitrary as it is, if they like what you have written you will get high marks and pass. It seems to be the same chance as any lawyer winning a jury trial, it is a shot in the dark. It is fair game to anyone.
Hi Chandra, one of our admissions experts would be happy to help out! Send an email to info@bemoacademicconsulting.com to schedule a free initial consultation to go over everything!
Hi Angela, thanks for your comment, hope you enjoyed the video!
@@angelaanderson2105 Hey thanks... But when I called the NYU helpline, a recorded voice said that only American students can apply!!!
I actually enjoy studying for the CATsper
That's great, preparation is key. Thanks for your comment!
Simone Conde 😂😂😂
for each question of a prompt, typically how long should an answer be in those five minutes? does length of the answer matter or as long as you hit the nail on the head basically?
Thank you for you question. The length of your answer has no influence on your score. As long as you get the pressing issue, identify the vulnerable party, and give a quality answer, your score should be good. Remember, you don't even need to answer all three questions if you can cover all of the questions in just one answer. Focus on the quality, not the quantity.
@@BeMoAcademicConsulting really? so would I just leave the rest blank if I address everything in one question or can I just briefly mention it in each question?
@@dl6kid Yes, it is better to give only one or two good, quality answers than answer all three follow-ups with mediocre answers. If you address everything in one or two answers, you will do well.
BeMo Academic Consulting Inc. how will you know that performed well on it?
@@dl6kid You might never find out how well you did. Some medical schools can discuss your CASPer score during the interview, but it's not guaranteed.
yes these are great, like YES EXPERT answers, but you have 5 minutes to answer these....
Thanks for your comment , the responses are for instructional purposes only. You could summarize your response during the actual test.
My like was for the cat ♥️♥️♥️♥️
Hi Tahreem! Thank you :)
responses are wayy to long. Not realistic however I did takes pieces from each response so thank you!!
Hello Dino! Thanks for your comment. The example answers here are supposed to demonstrate the logic and strategy behind structuring your answers. Remember that your answers do not have to be this long to get a great score, as long as you stick to the structure!
Good videos but THE SOUND IS TOO LOW
Thank you for your comment. We will take this into consideration.
All of the answers provided in this video are way too long, and we would never have enough time on the test to answer with such details and sophistication. We also have to have enough time to think about it first.
Hi! The example answers here are supposed to demonstrate the logic and strategy behind structuring your answers. Remember that your answers do not have to be this long to get a great score, as long as you stick to the structure! Let us know if we can help in any other way!
Well, I got in 25-49% percentile 😞 not feeling too good about it. I thought my answers were very diplomatic and showed fairness. I thought I did better 😢
Hello Alicia! Thanks for your comment. Remember, each school you apply to uses CASPer differently. Some may put more weight in it than others, so do not stress out about it. Focus on the next steps of your application and make sure they are outstanding!
Hey alice can you please let me know how did you prepare for casper?
The refund answer was way too long.
Hi! The example answers here are supposed to demonstrate the logic and strategy behind structuring your answers. Remember that your answers do not have to be this long to get a great score, as long as you stick to the structure! Let us know if we can help in any other way!
So the ideal answer to a question with a 1 minute window is 4 minutes long? lol
Hi! The example answers here are supposed to demonstrate the logic and strategy behind structuring your answers. Remember that your answers do not have to be this long to get a great score, as long as you stick to the structure! Let us know if we can help in any other way!
In no world should a cashier start giving advice to a customer about getting an appointment with their physician or going to the ER to get a dose of this supposed life threatening medicine