First GMAT attempt earlier this morning. Obviously delighted with V44 (98%) but equally disappointed with/heartbroken by Q35 (35%). I was stumped by the first few quant questions and panicked thereafter.
I usually score around Q40 level in prep tests (including GMATPrep). My target score would be Q45 (which I understand is a "decent" score and would be the maximum I would expect, in the cold light of day, to be able to score).
I am constrained by round 2 deadlines for MBA applications (in Europe, early Jan), so would looking to re-test in around 6-7 weeks from now, leaving around 1 month max to get the rest of my application in shape. I am confident I can replicate my verbal score or near enough.
My questions:
1. Is an increase from Q35 to Q45 possible in 6-7 weeks? I would only focus on quant, and spend around 15-20 hours per week.
2. My verbal score will always outweigh my quant score. Would V45/Q44 still be considered "unbalanced"? I am looking at the better one year European programs (including Insead, HEC, Ox, Cam, etc.)
3. How do I study GMAT maths more effectively? While I feel I understand the concepts tested well enough, I spend too much time working out how to answer a question. The best way (any way!) to answer a question does not jump out at me which limits my ability to perform well.
Many thanks all
RMJMCC
I usually score around Q40 level in prep tests (including GMATPrep). My target score would be Q45 (which I understand is a "decent" score and would be the maximum I would expect, in the cold light of day, to be able to score).
I am constrained by round 2 deadlines for MBA applications (in Europe, early Jan), so would looking to re-test in around 6-7 weeks from now, leaving around 1 month max to get the rest of my application in shape. I am confident I can replicate my verbal score or near enough.
My questions:
1. Is an increase from Q35 to Q45 possible in 6-7 weeks? I would only focus on quant, and spend around 15-20 hours per week.
2. My verbal score will always outweigh my quant score. Would V45/Q44 still be considered "unbalanced"? I am looking at the better one year European programs (including Insead, HEC, Ox, Cam, etc.)
3. How do I study GMAT maths more effectively? While I feel I understand the concepts tested well enough, I spend too much time working out how to answer a question. The best way (any way!) to answer a question does not jump out at me which limits my ability to perform well.
Many thanks all
RMJMCC
