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Is It Permitted to Study for an Exam During Chol HaMoed?
Question
Good morning, may I study and solve math exercises? I have a mock exam in two weeks, and every exercise is critical.
Thank you very, very much
Answer
Chag sameach,
It is permitted to study math during Chol HaMoed. Regarding writing - if you can do the exercises by typing on a computer, you should do so, because there is no prohibition against typing on a computer during Chol HaMoed (Responsa Yabia Omer, volume 8, Orach Chaim, siman 48). And if that is not possible, and you need to practice by writing during Chol HaMoed in order to be properly prepared for the exam, you may write as usual, since this is considered a loss if neglected.
Blessing and success,
Hillel Meirs
