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REG CPA Exam Section: How to Pass, Format, Tips [2023]

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REG CPA Exam

Introduction

The Regulation (REG) section is a crucial element of the US CPA course (the Exam) and tests the knowledge and skills that a newly licensed CPA must demonstrate with respect to   – U.S. federal taxation  – U.S. ethics and professional responsibilities related to tax practice  – U.S. business law The majority of the REG syllabus is devoted to taxation among these topics. The section is designed to provide tax information to CPA professionals and students (personal, corporate, or partnership). Test-takers must show that they understand the professional and legal responsibilities of certified public accountants, as well as the legal implications of business transactions as they relate to accounting, auditing, and financial reporting. This section deals with federal and widely adopted state laws. You must show that you understand the rights, duties, and liabilities of debtors, creditors, and guarantors as well as the audit and appeals process employed by the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). This section also covers the alternative minimum tax and both estate and gift taxation.

Exam Format:

The REG section is designed to have the following exam time and question types on the US CPA Exam:

Section Section Time Multiple-choice questions (MCQs) Task-based simulations (TBSs) Written Communication
REG 4 hours 76 8 NA

Score-Weightage The scoring weight of multiple-choice questions (MCQs), task-based simulations (TBSs) and written communication for REG section on the US CPA Exam is as follows:

Section Multiple-choice questions (MCQs)  Task-based simulations Written communication
REG 50% 50% NA

The following table summarizes the content areas and the allocation of the content tested in the REG section of the Exam:

Content area Topics   Allocation
Area I Ethics, Professional Responsibilities and Federal Tax Procedures   10–20%
Area II Business Law   15–25%
Area III Federal Taxation of Property Transactions   5-15%
Area IV Federal Taxation of Individuals   22-32%
Area V Federal Taxation of Entities   23-33%

 

Note: To pass the REG, you must score a minimum of 75, and it is generally advisable to tackle the trickier questions first before moving on to the simpler ones to increase your credit total.

Top 5 Tips For REG Exam Preparation

  1. Practice! Practice and Practice!
  • Spend more time practicing questions, than reading/ learning theory. The MCQs are generally more practical in nature than theory.
  1. Ensuring logical reasoning for accurate answers
  • Most people find out why an answer is not right. However, always identify the cause of your correct answer, as well. Sometimes you may get the answer right by chance. Ensure the logic applied by you is sound. Reading the answer explanation is highly important.
  1. Task-Based Simulations (TBSs) 
  • These should be attempted after you have a stronghold in the MCQ section since simulations do not always conform to chapter boundaries and can test concepts from various disciplines. However, if you are good with the entire MCQs section, you will not find the as difficult, they will feel like long-form MCQs.
  1. Giving attention to detail
  • The REG section of the CPA  exam requires greater attention to detail than the other sections. One would have to digest a number of rules and regulations to pass this section, so investing the time needed to remember the concepts serves as an important tip.
  1. Utilizing a VARK strategy for effective learning
  • Having a general study plan is beneficial, but to reach your objectives, use a VARK (video, audio, reading, and kinesthetic) strategy to support your learning type.

The Coming CPA Evolution 2024

The CPA Evolution 2024 is approaching, and the accounting industry is transforming. To equip finance and accounting professionals with flexible and cutting-edge technology accounting abilities to handle the complex demands and challenges of the F&A industry, it is essential to update the format and substance of the CPA test. In a joint effort, AICPA & NASBA introduced the CPA Evolution Initiative, which will mark significant changes in the curriculum of each section for the CPA exam 2024. The new model is focused on making the CPA more tech qualified. The content remaining the same has been transferred to other sections.  The project represents a new core-plus-discipline CPA licensure model. The main reasons & goals for the CPA Evolution Initiative in 2024 –  Deeper knowledge in three primary disciplines- Business Analysis and Reporting (BAR), Information Systems and Controls (ISC), and Tax Compliance & Planning (TCP). This will lead to

  • Enhanced public protection 
  • One CPA license 
  • Expertise in accounting, auditing, tax, and technology

Benefits of the CPA evolution, 2024:

CPA Evolution will bring about some of the most substantive changes to licensure in decades, including a new Core + Disciplines licensure model, increased coverage in areas like information systems and data analytics, and the addition of personal financial planning.

Conclusion:

The CPA exam consists of four challenging subjects: Auditing and Attestation (AUD), Financial Accounting and Reporting (FAR), Business Environment and Concepts (BEC) and Regulation (REG). Passing all four is not a piece of cake, especially the REGulation exam. The pass rate for REG stands at 60% along with high commitment, dedication, and 80-112 hours of exam plan strategy. Hence It’s advisable to have a general study schedule. However, to help your learning choose one of the best CPA Review institutes in India where CPA training is offered through specialized mentors and industry practitioners in a more immersive, personalized, and engaging way. Click here to learn more about the REG exam in detail.

Read more about the US CPA related articles in our blog section: https://blogs.mileseducation.com/cpa/

Read more about FAR: https://blogs.mileseducation.com/cpa/financial-accounting-and-reporting-far/

Read more about BEC: https://blogs.mileseducation.com/cpa/business-environment-and-concepts-bec/

Read more about AUD: https://blogs.mileseducation.com/cpa/auditing-and-attestation-aud-format-and-tips/

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17 thoughts on “REG CPA Exam Section: How to Pass, Format, Tips [2023]”

    1. Miles education very clearly explain about the Regulations in the CPA exams. Step by step they have explained. It is very helpful if some one pursue this course from Miles.

  1. Viraj Rabadiya

    This blog helps to know about Regulation as important subject of CPA exam and it involves tips that must be kept mind for preparing Regulation (REG) exam it also involves exam time, question types , MCQ , allocation of content tested in Regulation exam to know a glance towards this Regulation exam in details to students

  2. Lukose Joseph Thomas

    This is very helpful for a student to understand the topic . It is simply explained and one can understand it easily.

  3. this really gave me a clear idea about the format and what all to do while preparing for the exam. Thank you for providing us with such a goood content

  4. I must have to thankful to the miles education for providing the excellent online education to the students the tips which they are giving to the students it’s very practical….

    Thank you miles education.

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17 thoughts on “REG CPA Exam Section: How to Pass, Format, Tips [2023]”

    1. Miles education very clearly explain about the Regulations in the CPA exams. Step by step they have explained. It is very helpful if some one pursue this course from Miles.

  1. Viraj Rabadiya

    This blog helps to know about Regulation as important subject of CPA exam and it involves tips that must be kept mind for preparing Regulation (REG) exam it also involves exam time, question types , MCQ , allocation of content tested in Regulation exam to know a glance towards this Regulation exam in details to students

  2. Lukose Joseph Thomas

    This is very helpful for a student to understand the topic . It is simply explained and one can understand it easily.

  3. this really gave me a clear idea about the format and what all to do while preparing for the exam. Thank you for providing us with such a goood content

  4. I must have to thankful to the miles education for providing the excellent online education to the students the tips which they are giving to the students it’s very practical….

    Thank you miles education.

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