How should you split a 30-minute case?

Spend 5 minutes framing, 20 minutes on analysis, and 5 minutes on checks.

What timing mistake is most common?

Overbuilding analysis without leaving time to synthesize and conclude.

Case Study Time Management: Benchmarks (2026)

Anonymized case practice benchmarks show how time allocation affects accuracy and recommendations, with a 30-minute pacing template for 2026 prep and superdays.

What this dataset is

Benchmarks below are based on anonymized, aggregated case practice sessions. Use as directional guidance.

Sample and method

n=3,420 case practice sessions
Accuracy scored on math, logic, and recommendation quality
Time splits captured by section

Time allocation vs accuracy

Time split	Accuracy	Recommendation score
10 / 15 / 5	62%	3.2
5 / 20 / 5	71%	3.8
5 / 25 / 0	54%	2.6

30-minute pacing template

5 minutes: frame, assumptions, and approach
20 minutes: analysis and calculations
5 minutes: checks, sensitivity, and conclusion

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