Under Illinois License, it states:

8) Any applicant for licensure to practice medicine in all of its branches who has been unsuccessful in 5 examinations (any component, part or step of the examinations accepted by the Division as set forth in subsection (a)(4)), conducted in this State or any other jurisdiction, shall be deemed ineligible for further examination and/or licensure until the Division is in receipt of proof that the applicant has completed, subsequent to his/her fifth failure:

Do they mean that you need to pass all the exams in 5 attempts or you cannot fail more than 5 attempts all steps included for a licence? Does this rule applicable even when the time of endorsement from a different state? I have tried calling the state board and cannot get through. thank yu for your help