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24 Apr 2022, 05:16
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Hi!
Since I like to warm up my quant-mind, I'm wondering if it is allowed to use the instructions section's time to write notes. For example, while a minute passes on the order selection screen, jot down prime numbers, triangle theory, etc. Anybody does or suggest this?
Thanks.
Since I like to warm up my quant-mind, I'm wondering if it is allowed to use the instructions section's time to write notes. For example, while a minute passes on the order selection screen, jot down prime numbers, triangle theory, etc. Anybody does or suggest this?
Thanks.
24 Apr 2022, 11:39
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According to the GMAT handbook on mba.com, you can start writing only after the timed portion of the test has begun. That said, it's not 100 percent clear whether the "timed portion" of the test includes the timed instructions.
Best guess is that the rule is that you can't start writing until the test itself begins, but it could be that the rule includes the instructions.
In any case, it appears that some test centers don't bother enforcing this rule, while others do. So, whether you'll be allowed to write a cheat sheet while on the instructions is probably going to depend on which test center you're taking your test at.
Best guess is that the rule is that you can't start writing until the test itself begins, but it could be that the rule includes the instructions.
In any case, it appears that some test centers don't bother enforcing this rule, while others do. So, whether you'll be allowed to write a cheat sheet while on the instructions is probably going to depend on which test center you're taking your test at.
24 Apr 2022, 22:31
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Hi dudefromaround,
You ask an interesting question - and unfortunately the answer will depend a great deal on the individual Test Center (and Moderator who is administering your Exam). In the broader sense though, I have to ask if you really need to write down those notes? If you have them memorized already (to the point that you could create a quick 'cheat sheet' if needed), then why bother writing down all those notes on part of the first page of your booklet - which you would then feel compelled to repeatedly flip-back to during the Exam - and which would cost you time at multiple points during the Exam? Couldn't you write down those formulas as needed (re: based on what any individual question required of you)? In addition, are you creating a cheat sheet (or keeping a set of external notes in front of you) when you take your CATs/mocks? If you train to not need them during your practice, then you won't need them on Test Day.
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You ask an interesting question - and unfortunately the answer will depend a great deal on the individual Test Center (and Moderator who is administering your Exam). In the broader sense though, I have to ask if you really need to write down those notes? If you have them memorized already (to the point that you could create a quick 'cheat sheet' if needed), then why bother writing down all those notes on part of the first page of your booklet - which you would then feel compelled to repeatedly flip-back to during the Exam - and which would cost you time at multiple points during the Exam? Couldn't you write down those formulas as needed (re: based on what any individual question required of you)? In addition, are you creating a cheat sheet (or keeping a set of external notes in front of you) when you take your CATs/mocks? If you train to not need them during your practice, then you won't need them on Test Day.
GMAT assassins aren't born, they're made,
Rich
Contact Rich at: Rich.C@empowergmat.com
