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I recently scored a 675 (V84, Q87, DI79) on the GMAT, exceeding my target of 665 by 10 points. The most significant improvement came in Quant, where I jumped from Q81 to Q87, while achieving strong scores across all sections. What made the difference wasn't just hard work—it was following e-GMAT's systematic course structure that helped me discover the right strategies at the right time.
Starting Point: Identifying the Real Problem
At Q81, my conceptual understanding was solid. I could handle medium-level questions comfortably. The challenge? Harder questions that combined multiple concepts. I wasn't managing time well on these difficult problems, which meant I rushed through or even missed easier questions. The pattern was clear: I needed to get comfortable with complex, multi-concept problems while maintaining better time discipline.
Quant Transformation: The Cementing Process
The cementing quiz structure on e-GMAT proved crucial. Going through the course materials, I realized I shouldn't move to harder level cementing until I achieved target scores at medium level with relaxed, condensed, and then standard timing. This gradual progression was transformative.
The PACE Engine Advantage
I used the PACE engine since I had specific time constraints. The diagnostic assessment at the beginning was brilliant—it tested me before I saw any video, identifying exactly which topics needed focus. Topics where I was already comfortable had videos removed from my path, but the quizzes remained. This saved enormous time while ensuring I didn't skip any practice.
After each topic, concept quizzes validated my understanding before practice quizzes. This sequence ensured I wasn't just watching videos but actually mastering application.
Scholaranium: Quality Over Quantity
The Scholaranium questions felt distinctly more realistic than typical GMAT practice. What really stood out was the PRISM feedback providing 2-3 possible error reasons. One option almost always matched my exact mistake, helping me identify thinking patterns—like solving sequentially when I should've started from the middle.
Verbal Journey: Strategic Breakthroughs
Boldface Questions: A Complete Transformation
Boldface questions were initially a weak area. I'd read the entire paragraph and try to connect the bold statements without systematic analysis. The e-GMAT module on boldface changed my approach entirely. The methodology taught me to label each sentence (sentence 1, sentence 2, etc.) and identify its purpose in the argument before linking it to other sentences.
This structured approach was so effective that I didn't mark a single boldface question incorrectly in any of my mock tests after implementing it.
Reading Comprehension: Time Well Invested
My original approach was reading passages quickly and then rereading relevant sections for each question. The e-GMAT methodology flipped this: spend quality time on the initial read, writing down what each paragraph does using keywords. The result? Follow-up questions rarely took more than 45-60 seconds because I'd already done the heavy lifting upfront.
Building Reading Stamina
Beyond the course, I made daily newspaper reading a habit. This isn't just GMAT prep—it's about getting comfortable consuming large amounts of text without intimidation. On test day, seeing a five-paragraph passage didn't faze me because I'd conditioned myself to handle lengthy material.
Mock Tests and Analytics
My mock journey had fluctuations. I discovered that immediately reviewing a mock after completion wasn't productive. Instead, I'd first introspect: Was I focused? Did I follow my strategies? Often, low scores resulted from mindset rather than knowledge gaps. Sectional mocks were invaluable for maintaining progress in completed areas while focusing on weaker sections.
Time Management: The 90-Second Rule
One critical strategy I developed: if after 90 seconds my approach isn't working, mark my best guess and move on. This prevents the sunk cost fallacy where you keep investing time because you've already spent a minute. This discipline saved me on test day—I had 4-6 minutes at the end of sections to review flagged questions.
Key Takeaways
- Follow the course structure systematically—diagnostic, concept, practice, cementing
- Don't advance to harder levels until you've mastered medium with different timing formats
- Use Scholaranium error analysis to identify thinking patterns, not just content gaps
- Spend time upfront on reading—both passages and questions—rather than rushing
- Build reading stamina outside GMAT prep through daily newspaper reading
- For Data Insights, practice identifying which source answers which question efficiently
- Give mocks at your scheduled test time to build focus at that specific time
- Review mocks after introspection, not immediately after completion
- The 90-second rule: wrong approach means move on, don't sink more time
Final Thoughts
The platform is completely self-sufficient. Following the course structure systematically delivers results without needing external help. The key is trusting the process—when the platform says master medium before moving to hard, do it. When it provides three possible error reasons, one will resonate. When it suggests a methodology for boldface or RC, implement it fully. Consistency and following the structured path made all the difference in achieving my target score.
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