Repeating the GMAT Prep

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Repeating the GMAT Prep

by JasLamba » Fri Dec 04, 2009 7:51 am
Hi,

I was wondering what your thoughts were on repeats with the GMAT Prep. I did the test 3 times now and I did achieve my all time highest in both areas (Q 47, V 31 - 630). On one hand, I am happy for the score gain/increase. On the other, I feel its just because I have seen repeat questions, predominantly in RC CR and PS. I did get my first Permutation question right (first time in my test taking experiences). Also, managed my time more effectively and cut my losses - wasn't as stubborn (feel that I can still improve on this). So, I will assume that given that I have seen some questions my true ability is like a 550? Is that a correct way to think about it?

Also, I have this "adaptive feeling" about the test... can anyone comment on this scenario?
First 5 questions - I get a Work problem wrong (quite simple, not THAT bad)
20 questions later - I get another work problem
towards end of exam - I get another work problem.

Essentially, I feel that that if I get wrong one type (work problem in this scenario) of question, I will probably see a harder one in the future of the test. I dont know if its me going crazy though...

Thanks for your time and thoughts.

All the best,
Jas
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by beatthegmat » Sat Dec 05, 2009 10:19 am
Hi Jas,

Just addressing the first part of your message about repeating GMATPrep 3 times--I think that GMATPrep is useful for at most one repeat. Beyond that you're bound to find several repeated questions from previous tests, thus affecting your overall GMAT score result. You would be better served focusing on other practice test sources (MGMAT, Kaplan, TPR, etc).

Also, don't spend any time trying to figure out whether questions are getting harder or easier on the GMAT--this will make you nuts. Just focus on answer one question at a time!

Good luck!
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