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05 Feb 2021, 18:32
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About two weeks before the exam, I finished the TTP study plan. Hence leading up to the exam on Feb 5th, I had learnt the content but hadn't plugged my weaknesses or got into the test "mind-set". In my head, this first attempt was always going to be a "test-run" just to get a feel of the test centre and the exam itself; however, despite expecting, and achieving, a score in the 680-720 range, I was left disappointed.
I am not too familiar with how to interpret an ESR, so I would appreciate if an expert could have a skim through and provide me with some insight of where I did not (and did) perform well.
Before the exam I identified that SC was my weakest question type (RC was my strongest) by reviewing both my error log and GMATPrep results. The biggest issue was that I would get stuck on a SC question choosing between the last 2-3 options and would burn through the remaining time. This led me in both GMATPrep #2 and #3 to rush the last 6-7 questions, resulting in 50% of incorrect answers.
Regarding Quant, I did not have many issues while studying. I met all the accuracy target set by TTP for Chapter Tests and Global Review Tests.
According to TTP Analytics, my accuracy for Quant was 95% and for Verbal was 75%. My practice scores are listed below:
[TTP 70% Complete]
[TTP 100% Complete - Using MGMAT Scratchpad and Staedtler Lumocolor 3119]
[Recognizing that my Verbal time management needed work, I also sat single Verbal sections under test conditions]
I did not feel nervous during my exam. I had visited the test centre twice in the weeks leading to my exam date, and also followed the routine I had laid out for test day during the two days prior.
Test Order: V, Q, IR, AWA
Score: 690 Q45 V39 IR7 AWA6.0
As I mentioned, based on my practice scores a week before the exam I expected to score between 680 - 720; although, I left frustrated after seeing that I bombed Quant, scoring lower than any GMATPrep CAT I took. (I also feel that I underperformed on RC too)
I don't like to make excuses, but I did struggle with the pens during the exam. During the 3.5 hours I went through 6 pens, each was low on ink and had a frayed tip. I generally don't write much in Verbal (I only cross boxes), but in the Quant section, I had to repeat my working for questions 2-3 times since I was getting no ink down on the scratch pad.
I will take a week-long break from studying, but I will spend some of that time to review all my data to identify which areas I need to work on. My main focus will be improving SC efficiency; however, because of my Quant score I may need to go back to TTP and touch up some areas.
Any further advice is greatly appreciated
I am not too familiar with how to interpret an ESR, so I would appreciate if an expert could have a skim through and provide me with some insight of where I did not (and did) perform well.
Before the exam I identified that SC was my weakest question type (RC was my strongest) by reviewing both my error log and GMATPrep results. The biggest issue was that I would get stuck on a SC question choosing between the last 2-3 options and would burn through the remaining time. This led me in both GMATPrep #2 and #3 to rush the last 6-7 questions, resulting in 50% of incorrect answers.
Regarding Quant, I did not have many issues while studying. I met all the accuracy target set by TTP for Chapter Tests and Global Review Tests.
Score Background
According to TTP Analytics, my accuracy for Quant was 95% and for Verbal was 75%. My practice scores are listed below:
[TTP 70% Complete]
- MGMAT #4 - 660 Q42 V38 IR6
- GMATPrep #1 - 720 Q47 V42 IR5
[TTP 100% Complete - Using MGMAT Scratchpad and Staedtler Lumocolor 3119]
- GMATPrep #2 (29th Jan) - 710 Q49 V37 IR6
- GMATPrep #3 (1st Feb) - 720 Q50 V37 IR6
[Recognizing that my Verbal time management needed work, I also sat single Verbal sections under test conditions]
Test Day
I did not feel nervous during my exam. I had visited the test centre twice in the weeks leading to my exam date, and also followed the routine I had laid out for test day during the two days prior.
Test Order: V, Q, IR, AWA
Score: 690 Q45 V39 IR7 AWA6.0
As I mentioned, based on my practice scores a week before the exam I expected to score between 680 - 720; although, I left frustrated after seeing that I bombed Quant, scoring lower than any GMATPrep CAT I took. (I also feel that I underperformed on RC too)
I don't like to make excuses, but I did struggle with the pens during the exam. During the 3.5 hours I went through 6 pens, each was low on ink and had a frayed tip. I generally don't write much in Verbal (I only cross boxes), but in the Quant section, I had to repeat my working for questions 2-3 times since I was getting no ink down on the scratch pad.
Second Exam - March 9th
I will take a week-long break from studying, but I will spend some of that time to review all my data to identify which areas I need to work on. My main focus will be improving SC efficiency; however, because of my Quant score I may need to go back to TTP and touch up some areas.
Any further advice is greatly appreciated
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08 Feb 2021, 19:22
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Hi MBAaustralia.
The good news is that 690 is a very nice start. Also, I know that I've mentioned this to you elsewhere but reach out to us directly and we can discuss a plan for you moving forward. We've got your back, my friend.
The good news is that 690 is a very nice start. Also, I know that I've mentioned this to you elsewhere but reach out to us directly and we can discuss a plan for you moving forward. We've got your back, my friend.
10 Feb 2021, 06:34
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MBAaustralia
I can definitely help you in the analysis of your ESR. We can get in touch over a call and analyze it together. I'll PM you the details.
