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Please advise..Kaplan classroom CATs

by newuser_beatGMAT » Tue Sep 22, 2009 4:18 pm
Hi Kaplan,

I have given Kaplan classroon CATs and got a score of 660,680,690,650...basically in 650-690 range.
I took the Ultimate Practice and got at 710.
Then i took a last Kaplan class room CAT and got a 660.

I am really scared and confused if i should appear for GMAT in a week with my target score being > 700

Please guide..
Are kaplan classroom CATs comparable to actual GMAT?

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by KapTeacherEli » Wed Sep 23, 2009 2:55 pm
Hi newuser,

Some people report that our tests are a bit lower than normal, though in my experience they are fairly representative. However, it sounds like your results have been swinging around quite a bit.

Any test in which you have randomly selected problems will show at least slight variance between tests, a necessary consequence of each individual student facing more or fewer problems relating to their strengths or weaknesses.

However, when in doubt, I tend to trust higher practice-results more than the lower. Remember, the GMAT is the GMAT. On a practice test, you may find yourself distracted by a phone call; you might decide to take one early in the morning, or when you are bleary; you might take one on Saturday after an exhausting week of work. Your real test, however, will be at %100. You will be putting forth every ounce of your effort, and will be rested, relaxed, and well fed. As a result, it's probable that you'll see the high end of your performance range, and be happy with the result.

Best of luck, and keep up the good work!
Eli Meyer
Kaplan GMAT Teacher
Cambridge, MA
www.kaptest.com/gmat

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