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My performance in CR has not been consistent at all. I sometimes score 80% and sometimes score 40%. This has been really troubling me. What is the best way in solving CR question. Any tips on how I can improve my performance and keep it consistent. What questions should I be asking myself when reading an argument? I am really in need of some help. Any advice is appreciated.



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master the basics. Learn to separate premises from conclusion and sub-conclusions. Then figure out what type of questions you have problems with. The different types of questions are main point, assumptions, strengthen and weaken. Also, try working on lsat questions.
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We also have two or three sticky threads about tips for CR questions here.
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Hi Huskers,

You from Nebraska? :) I used to get a wide range of hit rates in the beginning just like you but after some time I changed plans.

I suggest that you get the Nova GMAT book which is very useful to start off with basic concepts. After the Nova, get the LSAT superprep which is to LSAT what the OG is for GMAT. The book has lessons and solutions to actual LSAT papers. Do the CR part and understand the reasoning behind each question.

After good preparation - With every question, you should be able to close your eyes and remember what the conclusion is and what was the reasoning behind it. If you REALLY understood the question, you should be able to see what the correct answer choice might "look" like even before you see all choices.
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Thanks for the advice. Yup I am from Nebraska:). Is this the NOVA GMAT book that you mentioned (GMAT Prep Course : 2000 Nova's GMAT Prep Course)?
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Huskers,

You may be talking about an older edition. See: this -

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Thanks AJB.
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if you really want in depth cr help, try powerscore's logical reasoning bible. It is the most in-depth (500+ pages?) that just focuses on cr. It was meant for lsat takers, but if you can master it, then gmat cr questions will look really easy.
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Nova book is currently out of stock. It is not available till September last week. AJB if you happen to have the book please let me know if you plan to sell it.



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