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Disaster Recovery Plan [#permalink] New post   07 Sep 2010, 18:58
So, here we go... I took the GMAT last Tuesday and got 470 (Q28, V27, AWA 4.5).
It was pretty shocking because I was getting higher scores in GmatPrep. I got a 590 from the last sample test before the exam, so I was hoping to get a score around 580-600, but that did not happen...I never got a Quant score below 30 in all my prep exams and I was lately scoring around 38-42 :(

When I saw my score on the screen, I was so disappointed... I was holding back my tears, it really really hurt me very much that I couldn't even get a 500!! What is wrong with me??!??

After a week, I finally decided to end my depression and to get back to reality! I will have to re-take the GMAT and this time I will have to SUCCEED! And I am willing to work as hard as I can to make this happen...

My Mistakes:
-> I was overly nervous at the exam
-> Poor time management (In the last 10 min, I had about 15 questions left. So, I had to guess...and apparently my guesses were not correct)

Study Plan:
-> Solve questions on my Iphone via GMAT Club application on my way to the office and back home
-> Go over the Manhattan SC book (I ordered online and should have it by Thursday)
-> Go over OG 11 (I didn't get the OG 12 - do you think it's necessary?)
-> Continue keeping and updating the Error Log
-> Take the GMAT Club Challenge Tests and full CATs
-> Be more active in the forum

Any other suggestions?? Please let me know...

Thank you!
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Re: Disaster Recovery Plan [#permalink] New post   07 Sep 2010, 19:24
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So, here we go... I took the GMAT last Tuesday and got 470 (Q28, V27, AWA 4.5).
It was pretty shocking because I was getting higher scores in GmatPrep. I got a 590 from the last sample test before the exam, so I was hoping to get a score around 580-600, but that did not happen...I never got a Quant score below 30 in all my prep exams and I was lately scoring around 38-42 :(

When I saw my score on the screen, I was so disappointed... I was holding back my tears, it really really hurt me very much that I couldn't even get a 500!! What is wrong with me??!??

After a week, I finally decided to end my depression and to get back to reality! I will have to re-take the GMAT and this time I will have to SUCCEED! And I am willing to work as hard as I can to make this happen...

My Mistakes:
-> I was overly nervous at the exam
-> Poor time management (In the last 10 min, I had about 15 questions left. So, I had to guess...and apparently my guesses were not correct)

Study Plan:
-> Solve questions on my Iphone via GMAT Club application on my way to the office and back home
-> Go over the Manhattan SC book (I ordered online and should have it by Thursday)
-> Go over OG 11 (I didn't get the OG 12 - do you think it's necessary?)
-> Continue keeping and updating the Error Log
-> Take the GMAT Club Challenge Tests and full CATs
-> Be more active in the forum

Any other suggestions?? Please let me know...

Thank you!


Although the situation isn't exactly the same, I took 2 GMATPrep tests. First I got a 490, I was really scared. I thought it was a fluke, so I retook GMATPrep 2 shortly after and scored a 470. Point is, don't let it get you down. Now obviously if you get higher scores consistently throughout practice tests, then it means you have the potential to reach those minimum scores at least! So look on the bright side, at least you know what the issue is. The best way to go cope with nervousness is to do more CATs.

Your study plan looks good, add the other MGMAT books in there. The most important advice I have for you is to stay positive the whole time. Feeling sorry for yourself and lacking confidence just slows your progression down. Good luck!
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Re: Disaster Recovery Plan [#permalink] New post   07 Sep 2010, 21:31
Well let's hear some more detail...

What did you use to study with before?
How long did you study for?
How many practice exams did you take?
Have you deduced your areas of weakness?
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Re: Disaster Recovery Plan [#permalink] New post   07 Sep 2010, 21:43
Just using MGMAT SC will not be enough. To bring your scores up further you'll have to be thorough with the concepts. I'd suggest Powerscore/Veritas CR, MGMAT SC and MGMAT Math Guides.
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Re: Disaster Recovery Plan [#permalink] New post   07 Sep 2010, 23:55
Og12 is a must....search the net....even soft copy available.All the best ahead
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Re: Disaster Recovery Plan [#permalink] New post   07 Sep 2010, 23:57
Safiya, Just keep taking practice exams and you will make your test taking skills better.

Also, you should consider MGMAT books. They are VERY helpful.
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Re: Disaster Recovery Plan [#permalink] New post   08 Sep 2010, 05:04
I know exactly how you feel. I took my first exam back in Dec. 09 and scored a 460. At that time I had pretty much given up all hope on attending a decent B-school. Fast forward to this past June and I decided to give it another go. This time around though, I took a different approach. Instead of mindlessly practicing problems from the OG I studied CONCEPTS. My second attempt was on 8/28. End result: 650.

So, moral of the story is do not lose hope! With a little hard work you should be able to boost your score quite a bit. If you want more detail on my study plan, keep a lookout for my debrief -- I should have one posted sometime this week.
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Re: Disaster Recovery Plan [#permalink] New post   08 Sep 2010, 06:50
so how much time do you have until your next test? You need a complete overhaul at this point since neither of your scores demonstrates concept mastery. Go over the basics is important and use mgmat books and others others suggested. Error log does help but probably not at this time since you need to raise "everything". Dont give up!
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Re: Disaster Recovery Plan [#permalink] New post   08 Sep 2010, 11:54
Hello Safiya ,

I know exactly how you feel. I took my first exam last month and scored same score. At that time, while coming out of the test center, I debated with my self what went wrong and why. I lost all hope in my life and it took my 15 days to come out of this.

But now, I have decided to re-take.

PM me if you want to discuss further.

All the best :)
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Re: Disaster Recovery Plan [#permalink] New post   09 Sep 2010, 12:30
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