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Any thoughts? Dropped in my GMAT PREP test score [#permalink] New post   20 Aug 2010, 21:43
Hi Friends --

I could use your opinion.

I took two Manhattan GMAT tests the first week in August and the second week in August and received a 700 on both. This last Sunday, I took my first GMAT prep exam and scored a 740 (Q48-V44) although I did see some verbal repeats. I took my second GMAT prep test yesterday night and scored a 650! I just tanked in Math (Q39-V40). The only difference between the two tests was that I practiced the writing section last night. Do you think that could really contribute to such a significant decrease in my score? Any thoughts? I am really nervous about this score decrease because my test is scheduled for this coming Thursday.

Please let me know what you think. Do you think I should take additional tests every day from now until the test to increase my test taking stamina? Do you think I should postpone my test? Thanks in advance for you insight!
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Re: Any thoughts? Dropped in my GMAT PREP test score [#permalink] New post   20 Aug 2010, 21:59
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You should definitely write the AWA essays before the test.
I would take another test in a day or two. It is "normal" to fluctuate 40 points from day-to-day - that's the standard error on the test.
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Re: Any thoughts? Dropped in my GMAT PREP test score [#permalink] New post   20 Aug 2010, 22:39
Always take the AWA with the practice test. Always. The GMAT is an endurance test too. And those repeat questions in verbal probably inflated your score.

Did you take the GMATPrep tests at different times of the day? You mentioned that the second test was at night. That could have negatively influenced your score.
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Re: Any thoughts? Dropped in my GMAT PREP test score [#permalink] New post   20 Aug 2010, 23:33
Thank you for your feedback.

The repeat questions on the first exam definitely inflated my verbal score. I would suspect that my verbal score increased from a 40-42 to a 44.

The breakouts on my first two MGMAT tests were 700 (Q43/V42) on 8/7 and 700 (Q44/V40) on 8/13.

I did take both GMAT PREP tests within the same window. The test last night 8/15 was probably more representative of the real testing situation since I started the test AWA at 6:30 PM - the real start time of the exam next week. The one I took on Sunday 8/15 was at around 10PM (just decided to take it).

I will definitely practice with the AWA essays going forward. Besides MGMAT CATs, would you recommend any other practice CATS? Do you think it would be wise to build up my "endurance" over the next few days by taking an exam each day?

Thank you for your thoughts, everyone! I appreciate it!
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Re: Any thoughts? Dropped in my GMAT PREP test score [#permalink] New post   21 Aug 2010, 09:34
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I will definitely practice with the AWA essays going forward. Besides MGMAT CATs, would you recommend any other practice CATS? Do you think it would be wise to build up my "endurance" over the next few days by taking an exam each day?

Remember to rest on the day before the test to relax and energize yourself for the GMAT. For the AWA practice, put your heart and soul into it! This will help to toughen you up. And make sure to take the alloted breaks during the test.

As for daily CAT practice, I'm not so sure. By all means take some more tests, but don't become excessive about it. The GMATPrep and Manhattan online tests should be enough.

With the test date approaching, there's a lot going on in your mind right now. Just remember to remain calm and stay in control.
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Re: Any thoughts? Dropped in my GMAT PREP test score [#permalink] New post   21 Aug 2010, 12:24
Thank you for your advice! It really helps! Take care, and I will let you know how it goes. :-D
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