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I think you should consider coaching . TTP and e-gmat are worth considering. Good Luck with your prep
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Congrats on getting started with your GMAT prep! Beginning with a mock test was a smart move.

Over the next couple of days, take some time to decide what resources you’ll use to study, and build out a loose, flexible plan. ManhattanPrep's Free GMAT Starter Kit can help you get started. First, take a look at your mock test results. Were any of your scaled section scores significantly higher or lower than the others? (The practice test tracker in the Starter Kit will help you analyze that). If so, you may wish to devote a higher proportion of your study time to that section, at least early on.

In addition, look at your score report to analyze your performance in terms of time management (again, the practice tracker will guide you through this). Did you run out of time at the end of any of the sections? Spend over 3 minutes (maybe even well over) on a few questions? If so, that’s an indicator that you’ll want to learn some effective time management strategies.

I do recommend taking some time over the next few days to build a solid foundation of GMAT test knowledge — particularly about timing and the score algorithm, since those are pretty unique compared to other standardized tests. Start with the basic timing benchmarks (generally, two minutes per problem across all sections, with a few nuances) and learn how the score algorithm works (it tends to reward a balanced performance throughout each section, so smooth and steady is your best timing approach). Building stronger decision-making and time management habits takes time, so while you don’t need to do all your practice timed early on, you’ll want to be doing at least some timed Official Guide problems as a set each week, with an untimed review.

On that note — no matter what study resources you use, I highly recommend getting access to an Official Guide (OG). Those problems are from the makers of the GMAT, and they’re the most realistic practice for what you’ll see on the test.

Another thing to consider before you start is whether your Quant score (and background) indicate you might benefit from a thorough refresher of the basics before diving into GMAT-level problems. Many people find it helpful to review the foundations of math, and you can find a free on-demand course in ManhattanPrep’s starter kit.

I agree with other posters that you’ll want to use some sort of comprehensive study guide! You might be able to find a GMAT strategy guide at your local library, for example. There’s a lot of knowledge out there about strategies and processes that work for each question type — no need to re-invent the wheel! Most people find that a combination of learning from experts, practicing deeply with Official Guide problems, and reviewing with expert explanations is the ticket to that kind of score improvement.

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