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One of the biggest challenges that I faced was the time pressure. With each section having a strict time limit, I am trying to ensure that I didn't spend too much time on any one question. This required a lot of practice and preparation, and I often found myself feeling rushed during the practice tests.

bb · Answer

Yes. Time pressure is a pretty serious contender. Have you discovered a way to split your test into three parts and time and that way instead?

https://gmatclub.com/forum/timing-strat ... 06035.html

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GmatKnightTutor · Answer

Consider using time markers. Turning of the clock in case it distracts you may be helpful as well. You can check the clock when you hit your markers, for example. Becoming 'okay' with making a quick educated guess sometimes may be something to consider. Staying on a question too long could become toxic.

How to get better on the GMAT. Think of time management as time currency.

MartyTargetTestPrep · Answer

Hi Ataul.

For some tips on speeding up in GMAT Quant and Verbal so that you feel less rushed on the sections, see these posts.

How to Get Faster at GMAT Quant Questions

How to Get Faster at GMAT Verbal

EMPOWERgmatRichC · Answer

Hi Ataul,

Many GMATers face pacing issues in the Quant section, the Verbal section or both - but it's important to remember that pacing problems do NOT exist on their own - they're the results of OTHER problems. Since most GMAT questions can be approached in more than way, you have to consider HOW you are approaching questions; even if you are getting the correct answer, you might be doing so in an inefficient fashion that is costing you too much time. By extension, if you're comfortable using faster Tactical approaches, then you can choose the fastest approach for each question and avoid much of the anxiety (and pacing issues) that many GMATers face.

Before I can offer you any additional advice for your studies, 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? What “brands” of CATs/mocks have you used?
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 apply to Business School and what Schools are you planning to apply to?

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

Contact Rich at: [email protected]

ScottTargetTestPrep · Answer

Hi Ataul,

In addition to the advice provided by Marty, here is also a helpful article you can check out!

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