Get Verbal Score to 45+

Question

Hello all -

I recently took the GMAT and made a 740 (Q49, V42, IR8). This was after a month of regular quant prep, but no prep for the verbal whatsoever. On practice tests, I made V44, and V47, so I didn't want to waste my time on the verbal, before making a V41 on a practice test right before the real exam, and obviously a V42 on the exam.

Does anybody have any resources or tips for getting my verbal score consistently above V45? Something geared at somebody who is fairly "natural" but could use some strategies and tips, especially for harder questions.

ScottTargetTestPrep · Answer

Regarding verbal materials, in addition to seeking advice in this thread, take a look at the GMAT Club reviews for  verbal courses , and also read through some  GMAT success stories  to see what materials have worked well for other test-takers.

Also, would you like some general advice on how to improve your verbal skills?

You also may find it helpful to read this article about 
 how to score a 700+ on the GMAT .

Good luck!

GeorgeA11 · Answer

Congrats on good score on the verbal..

I feel you need specific tips to get v45.. but first have you spotted your errors.. like which area? which question type? based on that I can suggest tips and study plan... for V45..

Jainmehak1603 · Answer

I am currently scoring a 38 on my verbal. I really want to push it to 45. Please guide me on the same

EMPOWERgmatRichC · Answer

Hi Jainmehak1603,

You would likely receive more of a response if you started your own post-thread (instead of piggy-backing on this old one). Before I can offer you the specific advice that you’re looking for, it would help if you could provide a bit more information on how you've been studying and your goals:

Studies:
1) How long have you studied? How many hours do you typically study each week?
2) What study materials have you used so far? 
3) On what dates (or approximate dates) did you take EACH of your CATs/mocks and how did you score on EACH (including the Quant and Verbal Scaled Scores for EACH)?

Goals:
4) What is your overall goal score?
5) When are you planning to take the GMAT?
6) When are you planning to apply to Business School and what Schools are you planning to apply to?

GMAT assassins aren't born, they're made,
Rich

Jainmehak1603 · Answer

Thank you so much for your reply. 
I have been preparing for my gmat for 3 months now. I have completed the gmat official guide and have also practiced extra material for quant (700-800 level questions)specifically because i am a bit weak at math. I took my mocks once in december, then in February 1st week and 2 last week. I am scoring 640, 650, 680 now with Q48 V31 and Q38 V39. I am unable to complete my quant section sometimes and sometimes i panic, that’s why the fluctuations. I have given mocks on expert’s global.

My goals:
I want a score of 750.
I will give my gmat once i am able to score around my aim, preferably by march second week.
I’ll complete my graduation this year, so i am aiming for deferred MBA programs and MiM programs in the best colleges.

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bb · Answer

There’s not really that much value in going past the 40. The difficulty of going from the 42V to V45 is probably 10 times more than going from the V37 to the 40.

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EMPOWERgmatRichC · Answer

Hi Jainmehak1603,

I've sent you a PM with some additional questions.

GMAT assassins aren't born, they're made,
Rich

GMATWhizTeam · Answer

Hi Jainmehak1603,

You can definitely take your Verbal score past 40. But to suggest you what to work on and how to proceed, I would like to know a few details about the way you prepared till now, your weak areas and the approach you use to solve questions. This information will help me understand your concerns and guide you in a better way.

I think it would be much better if we can connect over a call and have a detailed discussion on the same. You can use the below link to et in touch with me.

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EducationAisle · Answer

I don't understand this  Jainmehak1603 . You have given three GMAT scores in your post, but have provided splits of only two tests (Q48 V31 and Q38 V39). Also, the volatility that you are experiencing in your scores, is  immense  (Q48 in one test and Q38 in the other! Similarly, V31 in one test and V39 in another).

Usually, such kind of an immense variation is  not  a good news, and is generally indicative of significant  conceptual  gaps. Which resources have you used for preparation (apart from official guides)?

It does seem that you are currently quite far off from your goal of 750.

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