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GMAT Online - What We Know [Master Topic] 12 Jan 2021, 05:56
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Hi. Yes, phone is a bad thing. The phone is used only if there is no connectivity via the chat/computer app so you should not really pick it up even if GMAC is calling. I don't see any value in speaking with them per se. They can't fault for not picking up the phone since their rules say don't pick up the phone during the test. Phone is the last resort communication if everything ELSE fails.

The break is fine. There is no issue with that.

The phone call - in the past they have canceled exams as the result of it but if it is that short and that quick, they may just ignore it. To clarify, you violated the policy, and they can technically cancel your test. Will they be doing it? Remains to be seen and I hope they won't but your verdict out of the gate is "guilty" so to speak.

I would suggest start looking for test center options just in case
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Hi guys,

So I'm freaking out a little.

Two things:

1. In the 5-minute break before the IR section I got up to use the washroom for like 2 minutes. I made sure to show the whiteboard. I don't think that should be an issue but a little worried after seeing a few posts about this on this page.

2. So during the IR section I got a call from a random number and I panicked and thought it was from Pearson, got up, picked it up and sat back, then answered the call, was somebody from the bank, cut it immediately and went back to the exam. Then I asked to speak to somebody in the middle of the section, then mentioned this to the proctor, she told me I'm not supposed to answer a call and I shouldn't have, but told me to complete the test. I did.

I'm getting paranoid now. I don't have time to rewrite if they cancel my scores a week from now if I want to meet the second deadline early Jan. Should I book an offline test and give it?

Thanks for the reply BB. Appreciate it.

That's fair too. I shouldn't have picked it up. It was just a bad instinct. But it was on speaker, so they probably heard the automated bank message for the second I switched it on and shut it off and basically threw it across the bed. I mentioned it to the proctor too. Hopefully, they don't cancel it. But I guess, if I don't get the score in 2 days, I should book another online or test center exam.
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Just a follow-up. I got the result within 2 days after this conversation. I was pleasantly surprised that nobody contacted me about the phone bit. I think it was on loudspeaker so they didn't penalize me for the sake of it even though they could have. Good luck with your exams people.
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GMAT Online - What We Know [Master Topic] Updated on: 14 Jan 2021, 11:44
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It's been nearly one year since the debut of the GMAT Online, yet there is still no ESR (Enhanced Score Report) option for this version of the GMAT.

Have there been any updates from GMAC as to when an ESR will finally be offered for the online exam?

While we're at it, it would be nice if we could eventually select our own section orders on the GMAT Online, as we can with the test-center exam. (I have plenty of students who prefer taking the Verbal section first.)

I don't know much about computer programming, but it doesn't seem all that challenging to add the functionality to switch the sections around, and I wonder why it takes GMAC up to a year or more to implement such simple improvements—improvements that private GMAT prep companies have been able to make to their own diagnostic exams in a matter of months or even weeks.
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GMAT Online - What We Know [Master Topic] 12 Jan 2021, 14:17
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This is obviously an option but since GMAT online has been treated as a temporary and "stop-gap" product, I feel that unless it becomes a permanent fixture, GMAC will not be investing any $$ into it and the longer it continues, the less is the likelihood that they will. Currently, it is "valid" and can be scheduled until Feb 28th, stressing its temporary nature, though everyone knows it will be extended likely till the summer....

What I want to know if when the next retake will be available, attempt #3?
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Hi all. Did anyone write the Online exam with a laptop in clamshell mode (closed) and an external monitor hooked with a webcam and a microphone? Does anyone know if this set-up is allowed? GMAT mentions no 'external monitors' are allowed on their website, but I'm wondering if that's just with respect to dual/multiple monitor stations, and that they can accommodate those with a small 11/13-inch laptop as their base systems?

There was one other post like this on the forum, but unfortunately nobody nailed down an answer.

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Hi all. Did anyone write the Online exam with a laptop in clamshell mode (closed) and an external monitor hooked with a webcam and a microphone? Does anyone know if this set-up is allowed? GMAT mentions no 'external monitors' are allowed on their website, but I'm wondering if that's just with respect to dual/multiple monitor stations, and that they can accommodate those with a small 11/13-inch laptop as their base systems?

There was one other post like this on the forum, but unfortunately nobody nailed down an answer.

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I am pretty sure it is allowed and not an issue. There’s no way for GMAC to know if it’s a laptop or a desktop. Nor do they care if you are using a laptop in a desktop mode.

The key is that you only have one active monitor. The software will disable the second monitor otherwise. That’s the only tricky part really.

I assume you have a keyboard and a mouse too.

You are correct in the sense that we do not have any official confirmations from any users. However the lack of complaints and horror stories and or non-either, suggestion indicates to me that this is not an issue.
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GMAT Online - What We Know [Master Topic] 13 Jan 2021, 04:33
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Sorry to hear about this issue. Super annoying.

Do you mind sharing about the requests that the proctor had? What did he want you to adjust? Why did you need to adjust it? He wanted to see something?

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I took my online GMAT yesterday and in starting 10 minutes of Quant section , proctor messaged like 2 times to adjust the screen and asked if I didn't adjust as he asked me, he will revoke my test. I was not even moving my head and I am not sure but I adjusted my screen again and again as he wanted. Third time he gave me a ticket number saying that he is revoking it since it is my third warning. I got so panicked .. I requested again and again to not do that and finally after 13 minutes into the test he said sorry, there was some technical issue with his screen :( . I somehow completed my test but was very dishearten by this behavior.

In panic of completing the test, I didnt write that ticket number . I hvnt gotten my score yet but is this common ? I started panicking so much after this as this was starting few minutes of the test. I dont know what should I do now .

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Hi bb,

Sorry for the late reply. He asked to keep my head in the center. He said my head my going out of the screen again and again but I am 100% it wasn't. It was bcoz of his screen or some other technical issue.

An update on this: I still haven't received my score. I have contacted Pearson Vue and came to know that they raised a case against this which has been resolved but due to that my account/scores have been put on hold.

I am really stressing out as I had to fill scores before ISB deadline 2 but ISB was considerate in taking a screenshot of test-taking before the 10th as proof for now. Although I am not sure how long this process take and ISB gave me 2-3 days to submit the GMAT. Am I really going to miss my Round 2 application because of this? Can someone pls reply what is the required action here?

Also I submitted the proof for my online exam as shown in attachment but ISB is still asking to submit the proof . IS there anything else that I can submit ?
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Sorry about this.... is it possible that ASB manually reviews these things and hasn’t processed yet? Or did it specifically say that they did not except your proof? Sorry I’m not very familiar with their process 😬

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Is there some sort of way to create a poll so that people can vote how long did it take for them to receive their GMAT onlien scores?
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Is there some sort of way to create a poll so that people can vote how long did it take for them to receive their GMAT onlien scores?
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Sure! Great idea!
Done: https://gmatclub.com/forum/how-long-is- ... 45212.html

I will also add it to the first post here.
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Hi all. Did anyone write the Online exam with a laptop in clamshell mode (closed) and an external monitor hooked with a webcam and a microphone? Does anyone know if this set-up is allowed? GMAT mentions no 'external monitors' are allowed on their website, but I'm wondering if that's just with respect to dual/multiple monitor stations, and that they can accommodate those with a small 11/13-inch laptop as their base systems?

There was one other post like this on the forum, but unfortunately nobody nailed down an answer.

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I am pretty sure it is allowed and not an issue. There’s no way for GMAC to know if it’s a laptop or a desktop. Nor do they care if you are using a laptop in a desktop mode.

The key is that you only have one active monitor. The software will disable the second monitor otherwise. That’s the only tricky part really.

I assume you have a keyboard and a mouse too.

You are correct in the sense that we do not have any official confirmations from any users. However the lack of complaints and horror stories and or non-either, suggestion indicates to me that this is not an issue.
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BB - thanks for the quick reply and the warm welcome. Agreed the lack of horror stories hopefully suggest that this isn't an issue.

Yes, I have a wireless keyboard and mouse. I think somebody mentioned earlier that they took the exam with a bluetooth mouse, so I reckon a wireless keyboard should be fine also.
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I agree about the wireless mouse and keyboard. I don’t think it should be an issue. You probably won’t even use the keyboard :-)

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I agree about the wireless mouse and keyboard. I don’t think it should be an issue. You probably won’t even use the keyboard :-)

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I personally find the online whiteboard quite helpful for RC notes :p Since I am a faster at typing than at writing.
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Does anyone know whether a mousepad allowed? The desk that I am taking the test on isn't exactly mouse-friendly ...
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by the way, does anyone know if GMAC is going to allow us to pick the order section soon?
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Unfortunately, there have been no indications about any new features being added to the GMAT online. This relates to the enhanced score report, additional retakes, and section order.
(by the way, I have shared some of my thoughts about the best section order for Test-center based test here: https://gmatclub.com/forum/in-what-orde ... 42633.html (and also suggestions to warm up for GMAT Online).

In part, this is due to GMAC treating GMAT online as a temporary product that has been rolled out on an emergency basis. It seems they are unwilling to invest time and money into it, especially at this point in time. It is possible, that should GMAT Online be made a permanent option, that some of those features would be added. However, chances of any updates this late in the lifespan of a temporary product for somewhat unlikely....

I am holding my fingers crossed but I’m not going to hold my breath.

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I scored 710 in the last gmatprep; I'm quite sure that I'll just be good enough to get 600+ in this gmat online. I think I got like majority hard questions (700 level).
The GMAT is an adaptive test, so it's usually when someone says that the test felt too easy that we should start worrying. If your test felt tough, that's normally a good sign.
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Ajitesh - thanks.

well i just got my score...even though i was well prepared to get a 600+, it still shocked me a little that i got a 650 (Q49 V31):-(((( I was hoping for a 660 or above. I know that the main reason for the abysmal score is that I am still weak in time management in Verbal & had to guess for the last 10 Qs.
Anyway, I noticed that some people scored higher even with lower sectional scores. Eg: https://gmatclub.com/forum/660-to-770-i ... 26690.html where the student got a 660 (not online) based on Q49 & V30. Im guessing because the percentiles are different based on different test taker pools & some other algorithm? Please enlighten me if anyone knows.

I also felt that I had more jitters with the recording visible on screen and the anticipation of any comments from proctor & I became more aware of my posture, facial expression etc. Im wondering if i should retest in the test center instead. But I would much rather skip the AWA & wearing of mask for 3+ hours lol.
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This may have been mentioned already, but it now appears there are some available windows through early April to schedule a GMAT online. I haven't gotten any messaging/emails from GMAC regarding this, but looks like they might be extending again.
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Just wrote the online test.
The switching between the whiteboard and the test interface is extremely laggy. My mac keeps going to the "disc" spinning and it would not allow me to select an answer / work on the whiteboard while that is happening.

So I just decided to use only my physical whiteboard, which was quite disappointing and affected my timing issue on verbal as I practiced the whiteboard quite a bit for the RC section.

When I submitted the quant section, I clicked next with 4 seconds left but it lagged again, and then directly prompted me into the Verbal section. Didn't get the 30 second break.

While I was connecting with the Proctor, after the check in partially, I got up to put away my phone, so I was standing when the Proctor was connected with my camera. And he asked me whether if everything is okay, "I saw that you were standing". I said I was just putting my phone away and he said okay, you may begin the exam now. Even though I connected with him at 150pm, and my scheduled test is 215pm.

Before the start of the exam, Once I connected with the Proctor, I chatted with the proctor asking to go to the washroom but he didn't allow me so, prompting me to begin the test.

Overall the test was fine, proctor didn't interrupt with me at all. But the verbal whiteboard and the no 30 second break threw me off. So probably was kind of off for the verbal section. Lost some time at the beginning.
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This may have been mentioned already, but it now appears there are some available windows through early April to schedule a GMAT online. I haven't gotten any messaging/emails from GMAC regarding this, but looks like they might be extending again.
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Thanks so much for reporting on this. I have not seen an official announcement either but I guess we know what’s coming and what was coming all along :cool:

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The overall GMAT score and sectional raw scores are calculated using different algorithms. That is the reason it is possible to get a combination and some variance in scores. That means you could get a strong 660 or a week 660 so to speak


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I scored 710 in the last gmatprep; I'm quite sure that I'll just be good enough to get 600+ in this gmat online. I think I got like majority hard questions (700 level).
The GMAT is an adaptive test, so it's usually when someone says that the test felt too easy that we should start worrying. If your test felt tough, that's normally a good sign.

Ajitesh - thanks.

well i just got my score...even though i was well prepared to get a 600+, it still shocked me a little that i got a 650 (Q49 V31):-(((( I was hoping for a 660 or above. I know that the main reason for the abysmal score is that I am still weak in time management in Verbal & had to guess for the last 10 Qs.
Anyway, I noticed that some people scored higher even with lower sectional scores. Eg: https://gmatclub.com/forum/660-to-770-i ... 26690.html where the student got a 660 (not online) based on Q49 & V30. Im guessing because the percentiles are different based on different test taker pools & some other algorithm? Please enlighten me if anyone knows.

I also felt that I had more jitters with the recording visible on screen and the anticipation of any comments from proctor & I became more aware of my posture, facial expression etc. Im wondering if i should retest in the test center instead. But I would much rather skip the AWA & wearing of mask for 3+ hours lol.
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