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Tons of studying, and yet no improvement.... GMAT in 5 days!

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Tons of studying, and yet no improvement.... GMAT in 5 days! [#permalink] New post   31 Oct 2010, 10:24
I'm in panic mode.

GMAT D-Day is 5 days from now, and I've seen no significant improvement on my CATs!

3 months ago I took the 2 official CAT's, scoring 650 and 640 (lost breakdown).

Since, I've scored the following:

Knewton 620 (41Q, 36V)
Knewton 640 (38Q, 42V)
Knewton 660 (42Q, 40V)
Knewton 700 (41Q, 47V)
Knewton 650 (42Q, 39V)

Princeton 680 (45V, 38Q)

MGMAT 680 (lost breakdown)

Kaplan 580 (lost breakdown)


I had saved repeating the GMAT Cat's until the end, so took the first of them today:

650 (38Q, 40V)

What's going on? I've studied a TON and FEEL like I've improced. As I take the test, I feel more knowledgeable and keen on the strategies involved.

My quant is low, but I'm good at math...what to do??? 5 days!
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Re: Tons of studying, and yet no improvement.... GMAT in 5 days! [#permalink] New post   31 Oct 2010, 10:49
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I see your scores are about 650! I think Manhattan is pretty much the toughest one here. But since you scored 650 I think on the test day you can expect somewhere 700 +/- (10 points)

However I suggest you stop studying now. Since it will just exacerbate the anxiety and please know that gmat tests the tensile strength of the taker. So don't fall in the psychological trap and concentrate on the strengths than the weaknesses.

Wish you luck !
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Re: Tons of studying, and yet no improvement.... GMAT in 5 days! [#permalink] New post   31 Oct 2010, 17:55
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While I will not speculate on your upcoming performance, your practice scores look good. Just make sure to learn from your mistakes on the GMATPrep tests.

But, as nusmavrik wisely advised, it's probably time to stop studying. There really isn't much a person can do in five days to dramatically improve his or her score. However, it certainly is possible to burn out during this time period. Please don't do that! Use the next few days to relax and mentally revitalize yourself. That's the best strategy available at this point.
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Re: Tons of studying, and yet no improvement.... GMAT in 5 days! [#permalink] New post   31 Oct 2010, 19:28
Have you tried GMATClub math tests? Today they are giving free access till 12:00 midnight pacific time.
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Re: Tons of studying, and yet no improvement.... GMAT in 5 days! [#permalink] New post   02 Nov 2010, 03:43
What I noticed about the Quant is that a lot if concentration and reading comprehension. I also thought of myself as good at math yet my quant scores are telling me different.

Instead of rushing (not saying you are) and answering as soon as you think you see the right answer, take a minute to reread the question and be sure of your answer.

Good luck.
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Re: Tons of studying, and yet no improvement.... GMAT in 5 days! [#permalink] New post   02 Nov 2010, 11:25
at this point i would stop doing CATs and just relax... you dont want to go in friday/saturday with a bad/panic mood. just review some materials like error logs whatnot and dont take another CAT!!!
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Re: Tons of studying, and yet no improvement.... GMAT in 5 days! [#permalink] New post   03 Nov 2010, 00:30
I agree with the other opinions expressed here. Stop studying just review your weaknesses and chill. Your study methods are now irrelevant since you're so close to the test date. Just relax and do your best :). If you feel like you're really not doing well, consider postponing.

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Re: Tons of studying, and yet no improvement.... GMAT in 5 days! [#permalink] New post   03 Nov 2010, 16:49
All,

Thank you so much for your words of encouragement!

I didn't listen, though, and took my last CAT test....I couldn't resist! You all put me in a positive, pumped-up mood so I just HAD to take it, haha!

Anyway, doing so ended up being a good idea.

730 : )

Now, let's see what happens Friday. At the very least, I'm RELAXED going into it!

Thanks again!!!
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Re: Tons of studying, and yet no improvement.... GMAT in 5 days! [#permalink] New post   03 Nov 2010, 21:53
briangtsmith wrote:
All,

Thank you so much for your words of encouragement!

I didn't listen, though, and took my last CAT test....I couldn't resist! You all put me in a positive, pumped-up mood so I just HAD to take it, haha!

Anyway, doing so ended up being a good idea.

730 : )

Now, let's see what happens Friday. At the very least, I'm RELAXED going into it!

Thanks again!!!


This awesome! Great score!
Good luck on the test!
Please get back to us how you did.
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Re: Tons of studying, and yet no improvement.... GMAT in 5 days! [#permalink] New post   03 Nov 2010, 23:25
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Sorry for bumping - Yes, 730 is indeed encouraging. what #attempt? Please keep us posted on the real score. All the best !

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Re: Tons of studying, and yet no improvement.... GMAT in 5 days! [#permalink] New post   04 Nov 2010, 09:24
Nusmavrik-

I've taken the CAT a total of 11 times prior to this, my 12th CAT practice.

Less than 24 hours to GO TIME...!
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Re: Tons of studying, and yet no improvement.... GMAT in 5 days! [#permalink] New post   06 Nov 2010, 05:05
Hello Briangtsmith,

awaiting a good debrief.....!!! :)

Hope you cracked the 700 barrier
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Re: Tons of studying, and yet no improvement.... GMAT in 5 days! [#permalink] New post   06 Nov 2010, 06:34
He posted a report here: 700-boom-104332.html
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Re: Tons of studying, and yet no improvement.... GMAT in 5 days! [#permalink] New post   06 Nov 2010, 09:39
Thanks everybody!

Yea, I ended up getting my 700 (42/42)! Thank the maker!

And oops! Forgot to post my debrief link: 700-boom-104332.html

Not done with it yet....so much to write.... Thanks again for all your support! We can all do it!
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