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I have been on and off in this GMAT preparation mode for the last two months. When I took my first (2 months ago) diagnostic test from the GMATprep, I scored a 680 (Q49 V34). Since my target school has an average GMAT score of around 710, I was highly elated by my performance. However, later into my preparation (a week ago), I attempted a Veritasprep mock test and scored 640 (Q48 V30) which was way below my expectations.
My method of studying usually involves practicing questions from OG and few other sources, analyzing the questions I did wrong and trying not to repeat the same mistakes again. I have referred to just one written material yet i.e., Manhattan SC. I fear that the reason I am not seeing any progress with my scores is because I have not gone through any books in the subjects. Should I refer to more books or should I keep practicing questions? Please help.
My method of studying usually involves practicing questions from OG and few other sources, analyzing the questions I did wrong and trying not to repeat the same mistakes again. I have referred to just one written material yet i.e., Manhattan SC. I fear that the reason I am not seeing any progress with my scores is because I have not gone through any books in the subjects. Should I refer to more books or should I keep practicing questions? Please help.
26 Mar 2018, 13:59
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Hi tush1992,
GMAC has publicly stated that the Official Score that you earn on Test Day is within +/- 30 points of actual ability. Assuming a similar 'swing' in how your CATs function, your 2 CAT score results show that you performed in a similar 'range' on both CATs (about 660 +/- a few points). This is meant to say that "your way" of approaching the GMAT will likely continue to earn you a score in the mid-600s (give or take). In a prior post, you noted that your Score Goal was 750+. To consistently score at that higher level, you'll need to make some significant adjustments to how you handle BOTH the Quant and Verbal sections.
Before I can offer you the specific advice that you’re looking for, it would help if you could provide a bit more information on how you've been studying and your goals:
Studies:
1) What has your typical study routine been like each week for the last 2 months? How many hours do you typically study?
2) Did you take the FULL CAT (with the Essay and IR sections) each time?
Goals:
3) Is your goal score still 750+?
4) When are you planning to take the GMAT?
GMAT assassins aren't born, they're made,
Rich
GMAC has publicly stated that the Official Score that you earn on Test Day is within +/- 30 points of actual ability. Assuming a similar 'swing' in how your CATs function, your 2 CAT score results show that you performed in a similar 'range' on both CATs (about 660 +/- a few points). This is meant to say that "your way" of approaching the GMAT will likely continue to earn you a score in the mid-600s (give or take). In a prior post, you noted that your Score Goal was 750+. To consistently score at that higher level, you'll need to make some significant adjustments to how you handle BOTH the Quant and Verbal sections.
Before I can offer you the specific advice that you’re looking for, it would help if you could provide a bit more information on how you've been studying and your goals:
Studies:
1) What has your typical study routine been like each week for the last 2 months? How many hours do you typically study?
2) Did you take the FULL CAT (with the Essay and IR sections) each time?
Goals:
3) Is your goal score still 750+?
4) When are you planning to take the GMAT?
GMAT assassins aren't born, they're made,
Rich
26 Mar 2018, 23:25
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Hi,
Thanks for the reply. Although I agree that 640 & 680 are just 40 points apart, it's still a bit disappointing to not see any improvement even after preparing
.1) I typically study for 3-4 days a week and about 2-3 hours per day.
2) I took the Full CAT the first time. Skipped AWA the second time.
3) Yes, I still want to touch the 750 mark. I have to do MBA this year under any circumstances and that too from a school within my country. And this school that I mentioned is the only decent one where I am eligible with my amount of work ex. So, even though the average GMAT score of this school is 710, I would prefer to be well above the average to be on the safe side. 710 is just the cutoff score below which I will have to retake my GMAT.
4) Although I haven't booked a slot yet, I would prefer a date around the last week of June.
Hoping for response.
