Do you need to buy the latest Manhattan GMAT books?

Question

I got used 4th edition for free from someone. Do I need to buy the latest edition or can I use the 4th edition?

I do have the 3 latest 2021 OG books.

Update - the books I received from my friend are actually 4th edition and not 5th

AndrewN · Answer

Hello,  Vidhiduhita . No, you do not need to buy the all-in-one versions of the Manhattan guides, even though those would come with access to the Navigator tool online (to walk you through your OG). There are new tips and examples here and there, but then some elements were also removed.   bb   even wrote a post in which he compared the newest version to the previous edition, although I cannot find it at the moment. Enjoy that 5th edition and see if you can allow the words to sink in before you blow through that OG set. Too many students exhaust their official questions before they have really learned how to tackle them.

Good luck with your studies.

- Andrew

prateekchugh · Answer

You really do not have to buy anything for preparing for GMAT. Everything available on the internet for free.

I think your question answer is already given by Andrew.

kntombat · Answer

I agree with  AndrewN , I like most people exhausted the 2020 OG questions before I realized my folly and I spend close to 250$ on the Manhattan guides and they aren't out of the world.  prateekchugh  he is right also, most of the material that anyone needs for GMAT it available online for free.

Best of luck for studies  Vidhiduhita .

bb · Answer

Thanks! Here is my comparison of the 2 latest editions. 6 & 7th. I don’t have the fifth and seventh comparison.

https://gmatclub.com/forum/manhattan-gm ... 05147.html

Most of the items are the same in the two additions but for some reason they’re spread across a variety of places and kind of tucked away. I also like the idea of having separate books for different topics versus just a single book for quantum the single book for verbal.

Both will definitely be a powerful tool for your prep but you do not need to buy the latest addition if you have the sixth.

In your case, you have the fifth edition and there are some improvements that have been made since that addition came out quite a while ago. However, in the grand scheme of things, many people have scored 700+ with those editions.... I have a comparison of 5th vs 6th too.

Posted from my mobile device

bb · Answer

Here is a topic discussing fifth and sixth editions: https://gmatclub.com/forum/manhattan-mg ... 89260.html Posted from my mobile device

EMPOWERgmatRichC · Answer

Hi Vidhiduhita,

Since it sounds like you're just beginning your studies, then it would be a good idea to take a FULL-LENGTH practice CAT Test; you can access 2 for free at www.mba.com (and they come with some additional practice materials). If you want to do a little studying first, so that you can familiarize yourself with the basic content and question types, then that's okay - but you shouldn't wait too long to take that initial CAT. That score will give us a good sense of your natural strengths and weaknesses and will help provide a basis for comparison as you continue to study. A FULL CAT takes about 3.5 hours to complete, so make sure that you've set aside enough time to take it in one sitting. Once you have that Score, you should report back here and we can come up with a study plan.

I'd like to know a bit more about your timeline and goals:
1) What is your goal score?
2) When are you planning to take the GMAT?
3) When are you planning to apply to Business School?

Based on your questions, it sounds as though your immediate study plan is 'book heavy'; unfortunately, many Test Takers who study in that way end up getting 'stuck' at a particular score level. There's no harm in starting off your studies in that fashion (and you don't need to purchase any other 'versions' of the books that you have), but you'll likely end up needing to invest in some additional, non-book resources at some point.

GMAT assassins aren't born, they're made,
Rich

ScottTargetTestPrep · Answer

Hi Vidhiduhita,

The book you have certainly will work; however, if you find you need additional materials you should read through some course reviews here on GMAT Club. Also, since you are just starting out with your prep you may find it helpful to read this article:

How to Start Studying for the GMAT: 5 Steps for Success

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