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shaky confidence 2 days before test 05 Dec 2009, 07:49
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First, i want to thank everyone associated with GMATclub. I have not posted much at all, but have benefited tremendously from reading the advice and experience shared on this site.

So, I will be taking the GMAT on Monday morning (2 days away). I have been studying for about 2.5 months and about 2 weeks ago, i was starting to feel more confident about my potential. On my practice tests (GMAT prep and Manhattan) I was starting to consistently score in the high 600s (either 670 or 680). I spent a couple of evenings this past week reviewing some areas and took the other GMAT prep test on Thursday night. I could not believe it, but my score decreased dramatically from where it had been. It came back at 600.

Trying to make myself feel better and not loose all confidence so close to actual test day, i told myself that the score was a reflection of it being Thursday evening and my being tired from a stressful work week. However, the score still has a mental impact. I had a lighter day at work yesterday (Friday) and decided to take another practice test. This time i took a Manhattan CAT, and scored a 700! This is much more in line with where i had been scoring on previous tests (both gmat prep and manhattan) but was a solid 10 to 20 points higher.

I think i am probably being too neurotic about this... but does anyone have experience like this? I guess i'll know soon enough (monday morning) where i really am. my plan is to hit the books hard again today, do some light review tomorrow during the day and then work out and early bedtime.

Thanks again to all and any thoughts/suggestions are very appreciated.
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Dont' worry about it. I was in the same situation. Just believe that you had done your part and rest is for the exam day. You will do fine. Take it easy.
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First, i want to thank everyone associated with GMATclub. I have not posted much at all, but have benefited tremendously from reading the advice and experience shared on this site.

So, I will be taking the GMAT on Monday morning (2 days away). I have been studying for about 2.5 months and about 2 weeks ago, i was starting to feel more confident about my potential. On my practice tests (GMAT prep and Manhattan) I was starting to consistently score in the high 600s (either 670 or 680). I spent a couple of evenings this past week reviewing some areas and took the other GMAT prep test on Thursday night. I could not believe it, but my score decreased dramatically from where it had been. It came back at 600.

Trying to make myself feel better and not loose all confidence so close to actual test day, i told myself that the score was a reflection of it being Thursday evening and my being tired from a stressful work week. However, the score still has a mental impact. I had a lighter day at work yesterday (Friday) and decided to take another practice test. This time i took a Manhattan CAT, and scored a 700! This is much more in line with where i had been scoring on previous tests (both gmat prep and manhattan) but was a solid 10 to 20 points higher.

I think i am probably being too neurotic about this... but does anyone have experience like this? I guess i'll know soon enough (monday morning) where i really am. my plan is to hit the books hard again today, do some light review tomorrow during the day and then work out and early bedtime.

Thanks again to all and any thoughts/suggestions are very appreciated.
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Relax , forget about work.

meditate and go for it.
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shaky confidence 2 days before test 05 Dec 2009, 13:04
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definitely don't let that one score shatter your confidence. i think the most important factor for doing well on the GMAT, besides fundamental academic knowledge, is confidence in one's self. i was in a similar boat as you when i took the test a few months ago. i was averaging in the low 700s, but at one point i hit a 660 on one of my practice tests. i didn't let this deter me, and i continued studying and building up my confidence in anticipation of the actual thing.

i think by this point (2 days away) you should be just about done gaining any new knowledge for your test. if you found your timing was off on your most recent test (i.e. you had to guess on the last few questions of either section, or you finished with 10 mins + on either section), then i'd say to take one more full length test to remedy these problems. otherwise, just don't overdo studying these last couple of days, definitely DON'T study or do anything GMAT related on monday, and just have faith in yourself - you should do great!
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You seems to have everything well so far, i mean your preparation, practice tests, etc.,
The last thing you have to do is you walk in to the test center confidently.
If you miss this you are going to ruin all the hard work you have done so far.

I will tell you a small trick, retake the same test and I am sure you will score 700+. I know you will see the same qns again but when you see the 760 score atleast you will get out of the negative mood.

Now the only thing that is standing betwen you and your 7XX GMAT score is your confidence level.
So ignore the one bad score and chill. Good luck for your test. I am sure your debrief will be an aspiring one with a 700+ score. Good luck.
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Thanks to all for the advice and words of support. It is nice to hear. I'll give a debrief Monday afternoon.

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shaky confidence 2 days before test 05 Dec 2009, 14:27
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I think Sharkk's suggestion to retake is a great idea, if you have time.

Another suggestion is to use your pre-test time to do something that is relatively challenging or that reminds you that life is more than just GMAT. For me, it worked to do a harder than normal workout, look for the BEST cyber monday deals, and spend some time with an older relative.

Good luck. You've put in the time and effort and it sounds like you are ready!
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