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How to start GMAT Preparation Again? [#permalink] New post   07 Apr 2009, 13:53
I gave my first attempt in February and couldn’t score well. I would like to write GMAT in couple of months. Can someone guide me how start GMAT prep again.


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Re: How to start GMAT Preparation Again? [#permalink] New post   07 Apr 2009, 17:11
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Just got your PM - unless you feel that the materials are confidential, I would just post it on the forum - many other visitors may find your question relevant and helpful.

Next question - what were your weaknesses?
Specific subjects (RC, SC, DS, Geometry) will allow us to help you better rather than just general categories such as Verbal or GMAT
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Re: How to start GMAT Preparation Again? [#permalink] New post   07 Apr 2009, 17:21
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Just got your PM - unless you feel that the materials are confidential, I would just post it on the forum - many other visitors may find your question relevant and helpful.

Next question - what were your weaknesses?
Specific subjects (RC, SC, DS, Geometry) will allow us to help you better rather than just general categories such as Verbal or GMAT



Verbal - From The Weakest

1. CR
2. SC
3. RC


Quantitative

1. Technique to solve the Question
* Coordinate Geometry
* Probability

The biggest weakness is SPEED
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Re: How to start GMAT Preparation Again? [#permalink] New post   08 Apr 2009, 16:12
toyo wrote:
Verbal - From The Weakest

1. CR
2. SC
3. RC


Generally speaking, this is what most people will recommend:
1) CR - Powerscore Critical reasoning Bible
2) SC - Manhattan GMAT SC
3) RC - Practice from OG11 or Verbal Review for speed and accuracy

toyo wrote:
Quantitative

1. Technique to solve the Question
* Coordinate Geometry
* Probability

The biggest weakness is SPEED

It sounds to me like you probably need to work on your fundamentals. Your speed will improve considerably if you memorize basic calculations like squares and cubes of common numbers on the GMAT. There a number of resources out there for studying number properties, MGMAT's book is good, but I really liked Kaplan Math Workbook for covering all of the fundamentals.

If you need more guidance, don't hesitate to ask :)
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Re: How to start GMAT Preparation Again? [#permalink] New post   09 Apr 2009, 00:47
onto avernusaurs post I would add
CR- also Manhattan Gmat CR
CR- Manhattan GMAT Reading Comprehension


for quantative check this thread what-is-the-best-maths-theory-book-77574.html
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Re: How to start GMAT Preparation Again? [#permalink] New post   09 Apr 2009, 06:24
Take simulated CATs to work on timing and stress...
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Re: How to start GMAT Preparation Again? [#permalink] New post   09 Apr 2009, 09:44
spgny wrote:
Take simulated CATs to work on timing and stress...


Thanks , This will help .

I would like to know more about simulated CATs ??
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Re: How to start GMAT Preparation Again? [#permalink] New post   09 Apr 2009, 11:20
toyo wrote:
spgny wrote:
Take simulated CATs to work on timing and stress...


Thanks , This will help .

I would like to know more about simulated CATs ??



you need to ACTUALLY know your stuff first because doing CATS without actually knowing doesnt help much.

check the other thread about it has a list of GMAT tests etc that you could try.
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Re: How to start GMAT Preparation Again? [#permalink] New post   09 Apr 2009, 11:58
mousymouse wrote:
toyo wrote:
spgny wrote:
Take simulated CATs to work on timing and stress...


Thanks , This will help .

I would like to know more about simulated CATs ??



you need to ACTUALLY know your stuff first because doing CATS without actually knowing doesnt help much.

check the other thread about it has a list of GMAT tests etc that you could try.


I am goona make the game plan this weekend. I will share the same. In between any suggestions to keep in mind.
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Re: How to start GMAT Preparation Again? [#permalink] New post   09 Apr 2009, 13:40
mousymouse wrote:
toyo wrote:
spgny wrote:
Take simulated CATs to work on timing and stress...


Thanks , This will help .

I would like to know more about simulated CATs ??



you need to ACTUALLY know your stuff first because doing CATS without actually knowing doesnt help much.

check the other thread about it has a list of GMAT tests etc that you could try.


True,,get a foundation of knowledge then practice with simulated CATs....
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Re: How to start GMAT Preparation Again? [#permalink] New post   09 Apr 2009, 15:13
I like to take a practice test once every two weeks. It gives you enough time to learn new concepts, but occurs often enough for you to get comfortable with the exam and reduce anxiety.
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Re: How to start GMAT Preparation Again? [#permalink] New post   21 Apr 2009, 21:39
Hi,
every thing is being discussed here but may i ask that what was your score in your previous attempt. and division of score as that wil help in asseing the preperation plan.
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