MCKES and eoc, I spoke a little while ago with the fellow who does a lot of the Qf interview sim checks and he said that he was disappointed with the majority of candidates inability to fly a 3 deg approach whilst maintaing an aim point, 'on' speed. He didn't care if they flew 172's or space shuttles.
Those 3 abilities are a must in Qf. Anyone who can't display that in the sim check has lessened their chances in a very competitive interview process. Ando has already pointed out the nm required to achieve a 3 degree path. There are a great many ways to fly a 172, but only one way will impress the interviewer. I think Ando is on the enlightened path, grasshopper.