serenayong
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.
Hi
serenayong,
1. Q49 is a very good score.
2. Guessing on the last
ten questions in the verbal section would almost certainly have brought your score down a lot. You may have been on track for something like a V37 or 38 (so your total would have been ~ 700-720).
3. If this was your first GMAT, I think you should take the exam again. I've seen over the years that most people underperform the first time around, and usually need 2-3 attempts to get a score that accurately reflects their ability.
4.
This post explains why your total score was slightly lower, but this is not something you should think too much about.
5. You can choose to take AWA at the end of your test, and you could take a few practice tests with a mask on (it does help... a little

). The more important thing is to take the exam again. Online or test center... I don't think that matters as much.
6.
Don't let your guesses "bunch up".All the best for the retake!