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The Last Few Questions in Each Section: A Critical Juncture in GMAT 12 Jul 2024, 00:07
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­One of the most challenging aspects of the GMAT is managing the final few questions under time pressure. Historically, the GMAC designs these questions to be relatively easier compared to the earlier ones. However, the lack of time can lead to mistakes on these simpler questions, causing a dip in scores.

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Why the Last Few Questions Matter:
  1. Perception of Difficulty: The last few questions are generally easier, but candidates are often racing against the clock. This rush can lead to careless mistakes on questions that should be straightforward.
  2. Impact on Scores: Errors on these questions can significantly impact your score. Since these are the last questions, there's no opportunity to recover or improve your score further.
  3. Psychological Pressure: The knowledge that time is running out can increase anxiety, further contributing to mistakes. This psychological pressure can be mitigated with effective practice and timing strategies.
Strategies to Manage Last Few Questions:
  1. Keep Track of Time: Regularly check your progress against the timing benchmarks. This helps ensure you have sufficient time to handle the final questions calmly.
  2. Practice Pacing: Simulate the test environment during practice sessions. This helps you develop an intuitive sense of timing, reducing the likelihood of running out of time.
  3. Stay Calm: Practice relaxation techniques to stay calm under pressure. Deep breathing, visualization, and positive self-talk can help maintain composure.
  4. Educated Guessing: If time is extremely tight, make an educated guess rather than leaving questions unanswered. A guess has a chance of being correct, while an unanswered question is guaranteed to be wrong and attracts heavy penalty.
 
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