Score Drop from Practice to Official, Prep Advice?

well I completely agree with you. basically is the best strategy to do \(BUT\) I 'd like to give my opinion.

All process depends entirely on the person that faces the exam. people score 750 after 2 weeks because are really adptive test, people 760 after 2 yers of study, people 400 after applying the best strategy, books, mocks, tips and tricks, flashcards of the entire universe gmat-like and not.

In my opinion: books, gmatclub, discussion, study, and material over there is sufficient to overcome or not this test. I do not believe in courses and so on......my opinion

At the end of the day, you learn when study, and reflect on your own. no one can teach you how to find your way of thinking

Thanks carcass, motivating.

I spent a majority of my 1st month's prep learning the ins-and-outs of the test I'd be facing, rather than learning the materials/subjects that would be presented. I am 100% on understanding the test, it's adaptability, timing, and what to expect. With that said, I'm ready to buckle down, study hard, and learn the MGMAT series from 1-9 while applying this knowledge to various GMAT question types.

In regards to my studying habits, I tend to hold concepts better once I've seen how they should be applied. I could learn permutations and combinations all day but unless I reference how these concepts are being applied, they tend not to stick. I'll be referencing corresponding questions as I hit each subject.

Thanks again, greatly appreciated.

Carcass, I agree with you. +kudos

JamesAC, there is only so much you can learn about the test. I cannot understand why test prep companies emphasize learning so much about the GMAT. Spend a minute reading the first few pages of the OG, and you should have all of the information you need. Beyond that, it starts getting into hypotheticals, not facts.

Also, stay active on GMAT Club. It is free and helps (did I mention it is free, unlike prep courses?). And do not spend too much time on permutations and combinations. If you are scoring close to 51Q, you might see one of each at most. If you look at some of the 99th percentile debriefs on here, most did not go into too much detail with permutations and combinations.

I want to purchase some book of Manhattan so that I can access 6 online CATs from its site.
Can you please suggest which book shall I go for, I am still not comfortable with SC or RCs so any book with good verbal stuff and not so expensive.
I tried buying online from MAnhattan site but being located in INDIA the shipping charges are more than the actual charges of book.

Any advice welcome please.

Regards,
Abhinav

James I am sailing in same boat m its been two months I have started my prep.

And gave MGMAT -I yesterday and scored 580(Q44, V24) and had given Free KAplan test with 540

I have improved my Quant score but still not at the level I think I can reach atleast in Quant.

And in Verbal, everytime I analyse or review my Verbal Score I feel demotivated that its not my cup of tea. But this time I dont want to give up and want to score good in GMAT. Please advise how to improve verbal score. I am almost done with OG -12 and will be starting with OG -13 and plan to make OG -13 my best friend for next oone month till I get the desired scores in the GMAT prep.

PLease help

Abhinav

Please Guys read this story. is one of my favourite. It is quite motivating

https://www.gmatninja.com/2012/10/28/gma ... questions/

Enjoy

Abhinav,

The MGMAT 5th Series Guides are organized as follows:
(0) GMAT Roadmap: Expert Advice Through Test Day
(1) Fractions, Decimals, & Percents
(2) Algebra
(3) Word Problems
(4) Geometry
(5) Number Properties
(6) Critical Reasoning
(7) Reading Comprehension
(8) Sentence Correction
(9) Integrated Reasoning and Essay

Regarding Verbal, I like the link @Carcass provided. Consistency and fundamental sharpening will come from a painful amount of practice questions.

If I can expand on the content of each MGMAT book, just let me know.

HI JAmes

Really srry about your score....
Here are my views:-
Quant
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You need to start from basic . It might seem frustrating to read how to divide and multiply but get hold MGMAT maths foundations and slowly complete all the startegy guide.. DO not think about score just keep studying......Schedule a CAT after 1 month, give yourself. We are not wizards.
Once you are in Quant 42 range , pick up MGMAt advanced quant..Solve it 10 time not to memorize but learn to apply the principle. Believe me I am solving it and I see that questions from it appeared in the actual test similar questions and I was not able to solve...And Now i am thinking how close was I to a score of 47+ on real gmat......
For quants I personally feel that Number property is an area which needs to be improved, it requires lateral thinking.
Most of us have a thinking that GMAT is easy, Its easy if you are led by someone on right path. But Pal if you are misguided , you will take years.

Verbal
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Your scores in Verbal just few points away from your target score.
I would suggest ace RC that will help if your grey area in verbal is RC.....We take it for granted.

One major fault , Do you feel time was an issue in your tests....
If yes than look for timing strategy ....follow that ...Try and skip questions, if you cannot cope up with the time line mentioned in the article.It will boost your score as you will be able to give equal attention to all question.
Consider a Cricket match ,If the whole team bats for the entire stipulated overs than they will score obviously more than if the whole team gets out under 10 overs.

Also, For timed sets you can sign to GROCKIT, 3 days practice is fee. try it and see whether it helps or not. IF it does than go for it.

I scored 310 on 1st gmat prep,(last year)
410 Actual GMAt (this year)
560 GMAT prep 1 (After Gactual GMAT)
610 MGMAT ....and still giving a fight.

Find yoiur weaknesses , strengthen those and than go for test ....
Personally I feel 2 months is very short time.....

But there are exceptions on GMAT CLUB who have achieved....

Go for it brother...you can do it.....Very soon you will start seeing the silver linnings...


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KUDOS = THANKS!!!!! Do i deserve it!!!!!!!!