bad expreiance

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Hi guys
I have two times bad Gmat expreiance, I got 260 and 270 I don't know waht to do I need your suggation to get hifger scoor.

ayo · Answer

Dont be discouraged. Its like you dont know the fundamentals of this test. You need to start all over again.Read up the Official Guide so that you can understand what the test is all about. Study the instructions very well and then get the relevant books and materials.
Your scores are rather too low. If you are not a science student or if you dont understand the English language atall then that might have contributed to this experience you have had twice. Do not rush to take the exam again. Give yourself about 6 months and take an English course probably. I am sure you will bounce back.

rohinipathi · Answer

Yah.. U need to know the basics of gmat first.. like structure, Question types.. etc.. All the best

BM · Answer

For now, I agree with ayo's suggestions. But how did you prepare for the tests? Did you study with any GMAT guidebooks? How long did you study for both tests?

bb · Answer

wow. those are tough scores. What score are you looking for?

akaydee · Answer

aljooyidan,

I think you should take an English course and then think of the GMAT. You didn't give a breakup of your scores so it's difficult to know whether you are bad at Math or English.

Or perhaps you just get too nervous taking timed exams.

Pavle · Answer

Anyway don't give up just start from the very beginning and I believe you'll improve your score within months

aljooyidan · Answer

Thank u all for your suggestions here are the resources that I used
GMAT 12th edition review, SC Manhattan GMAT, CR Manhattan GMAT, and GMAT practice test. Even though I used these resources I got bad scores. It might be my bad preparation, thus I need you help regard being organized using these materials. I guess your average score is between 550-650 you have better experience than I do. Please give me your suggestion studding again

nravi4 · Answer

Don't get disappointed...its just a bad day in business! Start all over again with fresh mind by keeping your target score in mind.

By the way, How much you were scoring in your prep CAT(s)?

aljooyidan · Answer

scores between 360-420

BM · Answer

I don't see any math guidebooks here. Simply practicing with OG quant problems is insufficient. It's crucial to master the fundamental concepts and then reinforce the material through re-reading and practicing with questions. You need to do both.

The five Manhattan math books are popular, but another option is to purchase the MGMAT Number Properties book with the Kaplan Workbook.

Another possible factor is that you didn't expose yourself to enough OG questions. If possible, look into the OG Verbal and OG Quant books.
 
For those whose first language is not English, a strong commitment is needed for verbal. The Manhattan SC and Manhattan CR guides were a wise choice, but I usually recommend reading the SC guide two or even three times. Also look into GMAT Fiction. Make sure to completely read every single explanation for verbal after practicing with the OG questions. Learn why one answer is correct, while the other choices are wrong.

It's also important to use an Error Log to specifically identify mistakes. It's easier to improve this way. Later on, timing yourself with the OG is also helpful.

When you're ready, CAT practice should be done under strict test conditions to strengthen your stamina. Do the whole test (including the AWA) under timed conditions.

But perhaps English is the major issue here. If so, maybe take some time to focus just on that. Options include a language class or self study. During this time reads lots of GMAT Fiction.

whiplash2411 · Answer

I agree with what the others have said here. I think a 260-270 is indicative of weaknesses in both Q and V at the same time. As bmillan has suggested, you might want to look into getting a good set of the math guidebooks in order to practice and perhaps taking a proper course in a good test prep company. There are plenty of reviews available here that might help you choose. But before that, taking a foundational English course might be the first step to take. Once your English issues are out of the way, take a test prep course, since I think you might benefit from an instructor a lot more. But remember, no matter how much you aim for and how much you get, the GMAT is not infallible

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