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16 May 2015, 21:18
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Hi,
I am taking the GMAT on May 25th (Monday). I had given the 2 free tests and bought the additional exam pack as well. In total, I've given 4 tests with the following scores:
a. Prep Pack 1, Exam 1 (28 Mar 15) - 730 (Q49,V40,IR4)
b. Prep Pack 2, Exam 2 (26 Apr 15) - 740 (Q49,V41,IR5)
c. Exam Pack 1, Exam 3 (09 May 15) - 710 (Q49,V38,IR8)
d. Exam Pack 1, Exam 4 (16 May 15) - 770 (Q50,V44,IR8)
How much stock do I place on these scores. All tests were under testing conditions. Although I was really fatigued for the 3rd test and made a few errors since I tried to revise a bunch of stuff before doing it. For the fourth test, I only did AWA in the morning and gave it during the exact time I have my GMAT exam. The others were given at varying times.
If these are fine, do I need to give more tests. I'd much rather not because it takes an entire day out of you. But if it is necessary, shall I give these tests again? What do I do in the last week of my study?
I am taking the GMAT on May 25th (Monday). I had given the 2 free tests and bought the additional exam pack as well. In total, I've given 4 tests with the following scores:
a. Prep Pack 1, Exam 1 (28 Mar 15) - 730 (Q49,V40,IR4)
b. Prep Pack 2, Exam 2 (26 Apr 15) - 740 (Q49,V41,IR5)
c. Exam Pack 1, Exam 3 (09 May 15) - 710 (Q49,V38,IR8)
d. Exam Pack 1, Exam 4 (16 May 15) - 770 (Q50,V44,IR8)
How much stock do I place on these scores. All tests were under testing conditions. Although I was really fatigued for the 3rd test and made a few errors since I tried to revise a bunch of stuff before doing it. For the fourth test, I only did AWA in the morning and gave it during the exact time I have my GMAT exam. The others were given at varying times.
If these are fine, do I need to give more tests. I'd much rather not because it takes an entire day out of you. But if it is necessary, shall I give these tests again? What do I do in the last week of my study?
17 May 2015, 11:51
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Hi vijay2990,
The 4 GMAC CATs are arguably the most realistic and accurate ones that you can use. The 'accuracy' of a CAT score is also based on how realistic YOU choose to make the CAT. If you skip sections, pause the Test, take it at home, take it at a different time of day as your Official GMAT, do anything else that is unrealistic, etc., then your score is likely to be less accurate.
From these scores, it appears that you're performing at a really high level. You have to remember that the GMAT will always give you the score that you EARN, so you can't just show up and 'coast' to a 700+ score. You will have to work hard (and consistently) on Test Day.
As far as what you should do with this last week of study time, you don't need to take any more CATs. This last week should be spent on light practice and review (no cramming). In the last days before your Exam, you should try to get some rest and the proper amount of sleep.
GMAT assassins aren't born, they're made,
Rich
The 4 GMAC CATs are arguably the most realistic and accurate ones that you can use. The 'accuracy' of a CAT score is also based on how realistic YOU choose to make the CAT. If you skip sections, pause the Test, take it at home, take it at a different time of day as your Official GMAT, do anything else that is unrealistic, etc., then your score is likely to be less accurate.
From these scores, it appears that you're performing at a really high level. You have to remember that the GMAT will always give you the score that you EARN, so you can't just show up and 'coast' to a 700+ score. You will have to work hard (and consistently) on Test Day.
As far as what you should do with this last week of study time, you don't need to take any more CATs. This last week should be spent on light practice and review (no cramming). In the last days before your Exam, you should try to get some rest and the proper amount of sleep.
GMAT assassins aren't born, they're made,
Rich
18 May 2015, 07:36
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Thank you for that reply Rich. I have tried as far as possible to take it under normal testing conditions. Haven't paused exams in between and have taken all four sections entirely. Appreciate your response and I shall definitely follow your advice on what to do this last week. Fingers crossed!
Vijay
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