One reason we graph data in a scatterplot is because we are looking for patterns. The simplest of all possible patterns to find on a scatterplot is a straight line pattern. …
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On the GMAT Sentence Correction, the –ing form of a verb will sometimes act as part of the main verb: in this case, it is part of one of the Progressive…
Overview If you are starting your studying from Square One, and someone gives you this book for free, then it could serve as a rudimentary start. Don't spend any money…
First of all, for warm-up, a practice Data Sufficiency question. The symbol What does this symbol mean in math? Technically, this symbol, typographically a dash, has three different meanings in…
Learn what to read now to best prepare yourself for GMAT Reading Comprehension Not surprisingly, one of the very best ways to prepare for GMAT Reading Comprehension is simply to read, preferably…
How do we know what the possible values for a variable on the GMAT are? First of all, consider this DS problem 1) Is P > Q? Statement #1: P…
Learn the most common solutions to the Pythagorean Theorem There aren't many numbers you need to memorize for success on the GMAT Quantitative section, but knowing a few key Pythagorean…
How do you find the distance between two points in the x-y plane? First, try these practice questions. 1) What is the distance from (–7, 2) to (5, –3)? 10…
This is the last post in the series of articles on real-life facts you need to know for GMAT Critical Reasoning. Here's the full list: Economics: Supply and Demand Economics:…
See an ideal sample argument essay presented for this AWA prompt. In the previous post, I demonstrated some brainstorming and identified six objections to this argument. I then selected three of…