[kayodelycaon]

The problem is theory can be detrimental to real world practice. You may not know how to properly integrate the knowledge you have with what are you trying to learn.

[Aeolun]

Then the test is wrong? Regardless of what your strong points are, when you succeed at the test you are a pilot.

[ponector]

Not really. Test could be close, bit never replace practical exam.

Not related to aviation, bit to everything: to learn something to use and to learn something to pass exams - are two different paths.

[tome]

"All tests are wrong, some are useful"

(with apologies to George Box)

[potsandpans]

What are you actually arguing here?