I took the exam yesterday, part 1, in New York City. Frankly, I agree with previous posts that this time it's way too difficult. I had to guess the last 10 questions, did not even had time to read them, just blindly fill up the circles. When the proctor announced there's only 30 mins left, I still have more than 20 questions unanswered!
And Schweser notes did not help at all. Questions in the note are way too easy compare to this.
Looking at the passing rate of last year's and this past May's part i exam, I really really doubt if 50% of the test-takers would pass...