From GMAT Club member Vivesomnium, a nice, detailed debrief about a high-700 result on the GMAT.

Simple question, right? Not so fast! Read on to see different test-taking experiences.

While studying is obviously the single greatest way to increase your score, these are the 10 most important (but often overlooked) test taking tips that should be considered while studying.

From Sterny: "Just took the test today and got a 750 (Q49, V44). While overall I am definitely happy and relieved I must admit I am a little disappointed with the quant score. Never scored less than 50, but some stupid decisions I made during the test cost me a 50+ quant score."

From ZoeGR: "I just took the GMAT and my overall was 640. I got Q50 AWA 5 and V25! As you understand from the AWA I have a good level in English! However, as I am not a native speaker, I would like to know if there are any tips that I can follow to improve the Verbal."

I have put together what I think is a comprehensive MBA return on investment (ROI) tool/model (more specifically, I used net present value, NPV). It looks at the MBA and non-MBA career paths and identifies not only when you'll "breakeven" but also how your compensation will look over an extended period of time.

...Now suddenly, your prestigious post MBA job was rescinded due to recession and company cut-backs. You are suddenly out of school, heavily in debt, in a recession…. If banking or consulting is not one of your options, what other career choices would you take on and why?

From GMAT Club member Cooper52: "I'm getting ready to start my second year of b-school and I couldn't be more excited! To all the MBAs out there - what tips do you have for new second year students? First year was absolutely insane (lots of work, but I still had fun)!"

From GMAT Club member GtGator03: "I know this topic has been touched on in individual school's forums, but I wanted to start a discussion specific to student loans. How is everyone going about handling their student loans? Direct and PLUS loans all the way with their 7.9% fixed interest (yikes!)? Or are you finding alternative loans with reduced rates? Are you using a co-signer? Variable or fixed interest rates?"