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kate0528
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24 Sep 2021, 12:56
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Hi all,
I’m here to ask for advice on how I can best raise my quant score.
I am scheduled to write my GMAT on December 5, 2021 (2.5 months away). I’ve been preparing for about a month now, studying about 20 hours per week.
I knew going into this that my greatest weakness was going to be quant. I have been historically strong in maths, but have not had to look at any type of math without a calculator in my line of work since university around five years ago. Therefore I knew I would be a bit rusty, and this was confirmed by my (abysmal) 34 Q score in my first CAT at the start of my preparation. Total score was 600, which was mostly boosted by my 39V score.
I have been studying for about a month now with a quant focus, and I truly thought I had gone over the basics for all of my quant work according to the official GMAC quant curriculum using YouTube tutorials and online guides to relearn basic principles. However, upon taking a second CAT yesterday, I was horrified to score a 630. I had timing issues with my Verbal leading to a 38V (which I know I can improve easily with a bit more practise pacing wise), but what worried me the most was my 39Q score. I cannot believe I have only gone up 5 points in a month at the rate I have been studying, which included timed practise questions and concept reviews. I need a 700 to be competitive for the one and only school I am applying to (Rotman), and quite honestly I’m worried that I will not be able to get my quant high enough in 2.5 months to go for my MBA.
The questions simply just seemed DIFFERENT than the things I had been studying. So much more convoluted. I definitely panicked and guessed questions too. Any advice or resources would be appreciated, as well as an evaluation as to whether improving my quant to even a 44Q level is possible in the time I have. I am on a bit of a budget (trying to save for tuition) so expensive tutoring or courses are not options for me. Thanks a ton in advance everyone
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I’m here to ask for advice on how I can best raise my quant score.
I am scheduled to write my GMAT on December 5, 2021 (2.5 months away). I’ve been preparing for about a month now, studying about 20 hours per week.
I knew going into this that my greatest weakness was going to be quant. I have been historically strong in maths, but have not had to look at any type of math without a calculator in my line of work since university around five years ago. Therefore I knew I would be a bit rusty, and this was confirmed by my (abysmal) 34 Q score in my first CAT at the start of my preparation. Total score was 600, which was mostly boosted by my 39V score.
I have been studying for about a month now with a quant focus, and I truly thought I had gone over the basics for all of my quant work according to the official GMAC quant curriculum using YouTube tutorials and online guides to relearn basic principles. However, upon taking a second CAT yesterday, I was horrified to score a 630. I had timing issues with my Verbal leading to a 38V (which I know I can improve easily with a bit more practise pacing wise), but what worried me the most was my 39Q score. I cannot believe I have only gone up 5 points in a month at the rate I have been studying, which included timed practise questions and concept reviews. I need a 700 to be competitive for the one and only school I am applying to (Rotman), and quite honestly I’m worried that I will not be able to get my quant high enough in 2.5 months to go for my MBA.
The questions simply just seemed DIFFERENT than the things I had been studying. So much more convoluted. I definitely panicked and guessed questions too. Any advice or resources would be appreciated, as well as an evaluation as to whether improving my quant to even a 44Q level is possible in the time I have. I am on a bit of a budget (trying to save for tuition) so expensive tutoring or courses are not options for me. Thanks a ton in advance everyone
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25 Sep 2021, 08:59
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Hello Kate0528,
Welcome to the GMAT Club. It is one of the great platforms to get information about the GMAT official test, Study plan, Section wise instructions, etc.
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Start with the learning of the concepts. Make detailed notes so that you can revise them 3 days before your official GMAT test.
Also, make a note of various possible combinations to achieve your target score. The possible scores will help you track your performance after taking the mock or practice test. It will also help you maintain balance in both the sections, and you will always be in a great position to allot the study hours to a specific area accordingly.
Adding to the same, mastery of the Variable Approach to solve DS questions and the IVY approach to solve PS questions would add a feather to the cap. Below is the useful link we will recommend you to visit on GMAT club to experience the power of DS and IVY approaches:
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Success is within your reach.
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Math Revolution Team
Welcome to the GMAT Club. It is one of the great platforms to get information about the GMAT official test, Study plan, Section wise instructions, etc.
Success in GMAT Math is entirely based on vital concepts, rigorous practice, complete knowledge of math question types and patterns, quick approaches, and time management.
You can try our free diagnostic test https://www.mathrevolution.com/diagnostic/dtExamMember and receive a comprehensive study guide by topic. This test will clearly help you understand your weak areas.
You can schedule a Free counseling(https://calendly.com/mathrevolution/1-on-1-session) session for 20 mins with one of our experts to have detailed advice on your current study plans.
We recommend that you learn the Variable Approach for solving DS questions and the IVY approach for solving PS questions to improve your accuracy and save time while solving the question types.[/b][/color]
The most important thing for you will be learning and commanding the Variable Approach for DS questions and IVY Approach for PS questions. These approaches are the robust self-designed time-saving techniques that will help you learn efficiently, thus raising your score in the quick nick of time.
Register with MathRevolution https://www.mathrevolution.com/member/signup to get access to our 7-days on-demand course for free trial lessons.
Start with the learning of the concepts. Make detailed notes so that you can revise them 3 days before your official GMAT test.
Also, make a note of various possible combinations to achieve your target score. The possible scores will help you track your performance after taking the mock or practice test. It will also help you maintain balance in both the sections, and you will always be in a great position to allot the study hours to a specific area accordingly.
Adding to the same, mastery of the Variable Approach to solve DS questions and the IVY approach to solve PS questions would add a feather to the cap. Below is the useful link we will recommend you to visit on GMAT club to experience the power of DS and IVY approaches:
Ultimate Q51 guide: https://gmatclub.com/forum/the-ultimate ... l#p1613600
Breakdown of GMAT math questions and types: https://gmatclub.com/forum/overview-of- ... l#p1641411
We appreciate your time and patience in reading this reply.
Should you need any further information, please do not hesitate to contact us at [email protected].
Success is within your reach.
Good luck!
Math Revolution Team
25 Sep 2021, 16:28
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Hi Kate,
Many Test Takers spend 3 months (or more) of consistent study time before they hit their 'peak' scores, so if you've been studying for just 1 month, then you should not expect to have mastered any aspects of the GMAT just yet. It's also worth noting that the Quant section of the GMAT is NOT a 'math test' - it's a 'critical thinking test' that requires lots of little calculations as you work through it. A Q44 is an absolutely achievable goal in the timeframe that you've described, but you might need to change how you "see" (and respond to) the Exam to consistently score at a much higher level.
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:
1) How many hours do you typically study each week?
2) What specific study materials have you used so far? What “brands” of CATs/mocks have you used?
3) What specific application deadline are you facing?
GMAT assassins aren't born, they're made,
Rich
Many Test Takers spend 3 months (or more) of consistent study time before they hit their 'peak' scores, so if you've been studying for just 1 month, then you should not expect to have mastered any aspects of the GMAT just yet. It's also worth noting that the Quant section of the GMAT is NOT a 'math test' - it's a 'critical thinking test' that requires lots of little calculations as you work through it. A Q44 is an absolutely achievable goal in the timeframe that you've described, but you might need to change how you "see" (and respond to) the Exam to consistently score at a much higher level.
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:
1) How many hours do you typically study each week?
2) What specific study materials have you used so far? What “brands” of CATs/mocks have you used?
3) What specific application deadline are you facing?
GMAT assassins aren't born, they're made,
Rich
