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04 Feb 2015, 01:49
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Hi All,
I've been a lurker for quite some time, but thought I would reach out to you all for some study advice.
I've registered to take the GMAT on May 9th, so in about 3 months from today. I've started studying for a bit at the end of last year and a few weeks this year via the Kaplan Premier 2015 book and website. I realize this book is an entry level book, but I really like the questions offered via their website (can customize questions based on difficulty and types, and provides explanations for each).
I am now at the level where I feel the need to purchase an additional study tool. I've read the sticky threads suggesting the MGMAT series, OG book, etc. but I learn best via question sets and explanations rather than reading from books (hands on type of guy). If I don't have something engaging, I get bored pretty easily (maybe I have a mild form of ADD, I don't know), but I really like the challenges of solving problems, then reviewing how to do the harder ones correctly.
That being said, I've been looking at the GMAT Club question bank for a while (I think they offer a 3 month plan for 1300+ questions). I've also considered the GMAT Pill. Not sure which is the best for me.
Are the MGMAT and OG books absolutely necessary? Can I get away with just doing the GMAT Club questions or GMAT Pill? Which would you recommend of the two?
A little background for myself: I am currently working full time as an engineer, about 40 hours a week. To be honest, I haven't spent a whole lot of time studying (maybe 5 hours a week), but since my actual exam is coming up in 3 months, I will definitely dedicate more time. I have taken two practice exams and scored in the mid-high 500s. Like everyone else, my goal is to get a 700+, and from what I've been reading it seems that a majority of the people scoring 700+ have used the MGMAT and OG in some way. I am writing all the Quant problems I got wrong on individual note cards (with the answer on the back) but aside from that don't really have an error log.
Thanks guys.
I've been a lurker for quite some time, but thought I would reach out to you all for some study advice.
I've registered to take the GMAT on May 9th, so in about 3 months from today. I've started studying for a bit at the end of last year and a few weeks this year via the Kaplan Premier 2015 book and website. I realize this book is an entry level book, but I really like the questions offered via their website (can customize questions based on difficulty and types, and provides explanations for each).
I am now at the level where I feel the need to purchase an additional study tool. I've read the sticky threads suggesting the MGMAT series, OG book, etc. but I learn best via question sets and explanations rather than reading from books (hands on type of guy). If I don't have something engaging, I get bored pretty easily (maybe I have a mild form of ADD, I don't know), but I really like the challenges of solving problems, then reviewing how to do the harder ones correctly.
That being said, I've been looking at the GMAT Club question bank for a while (I think they offer a 3 month plan for 1300+ questions). I've also considered the GMAT Pill. Not sure which is the best for me.
Are the MGMAT and OG books absolutely necessary? Can I get away with just doing the GMAT Club questions or GMAT Pill? Which would you recommend of the two?
A little background for myself: I am currently working full time as an engineer, about 40 hours a week. To be honest, I haven't spent a whole lot of time studying (maybe 5 hours a week), but since my actual exam is coming up in 3 months, I will definitely dedicate more time. I have taken two practice exams and scored in the mid-high 500s. Like everyone else, my goal is to get a 700+, and from what I've been reading it seems that a majority of the people scoring 700+ have used the MGMAT and OG in some way. I am writing all the Quant problems I got wrong on individual note cards (with the answer on the back) but aside from that don't really have an error log.
Thanks guys.
05 Feb 2015, 17:13
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Dear wudaddy,
I'm happy to respond.
I am going to toss in another option: Magoosh. First, I will say
1) I consider the OG absolutely essential for preparation: the official questions are of the highest quality
2) the MGMAT books are indisputably the best material in print, and buying any one book gives you access to the online MGMAT CATs: great practice!
3) On the GMAT Club questions: the math section is superb --- those questions have been vetted by Bunuel, and they are excellent. I have been less than impressed with the Verbal questions from the GC tests: some verbal questions are OK, and some are less than adequate.
On getting a 700+ score, here's a blog article:
https://magoosh.com/gmat/2014/gmat-study ... 0-or-more/
Here's a 3-month study plan I would recommend for you:
https://magoosh.com/gmat/2012/3-month-gm ... beginners/
There's a ton of study strategies and practice questions on that free blog. Check it out!
If you join Magoosh, you will get 150+ video lessons on content & strategies. Here's one on math:
https://gmat.magoosh.com/lessons/1248-multiples
Here's a free practice DS question:
https://gmat.magoosh.com/questions/999
Here's a free practice CR question:
https://gmat.magoosh.com/questions/3799
When you submit your answer to either of those practice questions, the next page will be a complete video explanation of the problem. Each one of Magoosh's 800+ practice questions has its own VE, for accelerated learning.
Even if you decide not to take advantage of joining Magoosh, I hope you get everything you can from that free blog: there's a lot there that can really help you!
Best of luck!
Mike
06 Feb 2015, 00:25
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Hi wudaddy,
There are a variety of resources that you can use during your studies, so you should do a bit of research to find the ones that best match your personality. The OG13 (or GMAT2105, they're the same book) is a great source for practice questions, but it's not designed to teach you tactics nor any of the "secrets" behind the Test. Since the GMAT is NOT a pencil-and-paper Test, you'll probably need a set of resources that is computer-based to help you to hit your score goals.
Most GMAT companies offer some type of free resources (practice problems, Trial Accounts, videos, etc.), so that you can "test out" a product before you buy it (we have a free Trial Account that you might find useful). My advice is to take advantage of ALL of them, then choose the one that best matches your personality, timeline and budget.
3 months is good amount of time to study for the GMAT, but you have to realize that you'll likely need to spend 10-15 hours per week (or more) on the process.
GMAT assassins aren't born, they're made,
Rich
There are a variety of resources that you can use during your studies, so you should do a bit of research to find the ones that best match your personality. The OG13 (or GMAT2105, they're the same book) is a great source for practice questions, but it's not designed to teach you tactics nor any of the "secrets" behind the Test. Since the GMAT is NOT a pencil-and-paper Test, you'll probably need a set of resources that is computer-based to help you to hit your score goals.
Most GMAT companies offer some type of free resources (practice problems, Trial Accounts, videos, etc.), so that you can "test out" a product before you buy it (we have a free Trial Account that you might find useful). My advice is to take advantage of ALL of them, then choose the one that best matches your personality, timeline and budget.
3 months is good amount of time to study for the GMAT, but you have to realize that you'll likely need to spend 10-15 hours per week (or more) on the process.
GMAT assassins aren't born, they're made,
Rich
