TTP - Reviewing Chapter Tests

Question

I've been following the Target Test Prep Study Plan and completing the tests after each chapter. However, my accuracy hasn't been as high as I'd hoped. On average, I'm close to the target score but haven't consistently exceeded it.

Before each chapter test, I review my notes and flashcards weekly, which I find helps improve my performance, but not to the extent I need. I always watch the video explanations and read the written content, which often makes the answers seem obvious afterward, but I struggle to apply that clarity during the exercises.

Here are my questions:
 
 What's the best approach to reviewing my mistakes? Should I focus on redoing questions where I fell below the target score, or should I prioritize questions based on my common mistakes? 
 How often should I review my tests? I've completed three chapter tests so far but haven't revisited them.

I'd appreciate any tips to enhance my study routine!

MartyMurray · Answer

Hi ffjojo.

I think the main thing you should do is spend more time on each practice question so that you develop skill in seeing clearly what's going on in questions the first time you answer them, rather than after you've missed them and read explanations.
 
I think addressing the patterns that commonly cause you to make mistakes should be your highest priority. At the same time, redoing chapter tests on which you didn't reach the target accuracy would be productive as well.
 
You could review tests in past chapters around once  a week.

For a great way to practice that will help you identify and address the patterns that cause you to make careless errors, see this post.

How to Ace the GMAT Using the Streaks Method

ScottTargetTestPrep · Answer

Hi ffjojo,

I'm glad to see you are using TTP!

To answer your questions:
 
 What's the best approach to reviewing my mistakes? Should I focus on redoing questions where I fell below the target score, or should I prioritize questions based on my common mistakes?  
 If you fall under your target score on any given chapter test, it's best to wait a few days, at least, and then retake that chapter test. However, if you get close to the target score, just review what you did wrong, ensure there are no major knowledge gaps, and then keep moving forward. 
 
 How often should I review my tests? I've completed three chapter tests so far but haven't revisited them.  
 Regarding the review of tests, you really only need to review a test right after you take it. As you are doing so, add any necessary questions to your error log so you can review them later. However, there is no need to keep reviewing the chapter tests repeatedly.

Feel free to reach out with any additional questons.

esperanzany · Answer

Thanks for your sharing, With the right mindset and a focused study plan, you can definitely achieve your target score.

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