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14 Dec 2013, 18:50
Kudos
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Hi
I am facing difficulty in completing the test. I miss 4-6 questions every time when I do the exam. I need help in terms of the strategy which needs to be followed. Also, I am not quite good at verbal section. Can you suggest any books to improve in 2 weeks because my exams are approaching? Currently I am preparing with Veritas. I got 600(QA 46, VS 27) in my first GMAT attempt and I am quite upset with the score. Let me know how I can improve the score in 2 weeks. I have my target above 700.
I am facing difficulty in completing the test. I miss 4-6 questions every time when I do the exam. I need help in terms of the strategy which needs to be followed. Also, I am not quite good at verbal section. Can you suggest any books to improve in 2 weeks because my exams are approaching? Currently I am preparing with Veritas. I got 600(QA 46, VS 27) in my first GMAT attempt and I am quite upset with the score. Let me know how I can improve the score in 2 weeks. I have my target above 700.
15 Dec 2013, 19:39
Kudos
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You need to focus on your weakest section first. Try that for 5-7 days before moving on to your next weakest section.
Learn the concepts first then do some practice questions. I'd recommend using some free question resources that also provide commentary on what questions are right vs wrong.
If you're weak in reading passages, try these set of RC preview videos and see if they work for you.
The most important thing is to create a plan and stay motivated. You can do this by setting a deadline, telling your friends that you're taking the GMAT (forcing you to stick to your plan) and fitting in the time each day to go over concepts and then review time-saving strategies so you can finish the exam. If you're not finishing the exam, you need to focus on 1 key strategy -- reading the question/passage WITHOUT reading every word. This means knowing what to read and what not to read. Transitive words are important in RC. Scanning answer choices is important for SC. Try to find a video-based solution to show you exactly how to do this.
Learn the concepts first then do some practice questions. I'd recommend using some free question resources that also provide commentary on what questions are right vs wrong.
If you're weak in reading passages, try these set of RC preview videos and see if they work for you.
The most important thing is to create a plan and stay motivated. You can do this by setting a deadline, telling your friends that you're taking the GMAT (forcing you to stick to your plan) and fitting in the time each day to go over concepts and then review time-saving strategies so you can finish the exam. If you're not finishing the exam, you need to focus on 1 key strategy -- reading the question/passage WITHOUT reading every word. This means knowing what to read and what not to read. Transitive words are important in RC. Scanning answer choices is important for SC. Try to find a video-based solution to show you exactly how to do this.
16 Dec 2013, 00:19
Kudos
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srajkumar83
The first thing you should do is read this article: https://www.gmatclub.com/forum/veritas-prep-resource-links-no-longer-available-399979.html#/2010/10 ... for-field/
It discusses the strategy you can use when you are missing 4-5 questions consistently and you don't have enough time to get your speed up substantially.
Also, you might want to go through the basics sections of your Veritas Verbal books again. In my opinion, they contain everything you need to ace the verbal (with practice of course). Check out the write ups on various question types and error types and ensure that you understand what is given. After that try to apply it in practice questions. If you are facing problems in specific question types, let us know. Perhaps we can give you specific advice for that.
