What should you verify before scheduling an appointment to test?

• A. Ensure that your testing fee has been paid.
• B. Ensure that your name in the NCARB Record matches your identification.
• C. Confirm your preferred testing center location.
• D. Verify your eligibility status with your state board.

Answer: (B)

The key point is to make sure the name on your NCARB Record exactly matches the name on your government-issued photo ID that you’ll use at the test center. Identity check-in is performed at scheduling and at test day, so a mismatch can prevent you from testing or cause delays or a reschedule, regardless of fees paid or center location. Paying the testing fee, selecting a center, and confirming eligibility are necessary steps, but they don’t address potential check‑in issues caused by a name mismatch. Aligning the record with your ID ensures you can check in smoothly and take the exam.