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PLAB 1 & UKMLA AKT: 12-Week Mock Routine | MedRevisions

Build a sustainable 12-week PLAB 1 and UKMLA AKT mock exam routine. Balance practice volume, wrong-answer debriefs, and recovery to prevent burnout.

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What changed

  • Introduced a 12-week mock architecture with phased intensity.
  • Added structured recovery days to maintain cognitive performance.

Why it matters for your score

  • Unsustainable intensity creates false confidence early and performance decline later.

Practical checklist

  • Keep mock frequency consistent before increasing total volume.
  • Pair each mock with a one-hour wrong-answer debrief.
  • Protect one low-load day weekly for consolidation.

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