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nandinitaneja
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Hello all,
I took the GMAT on 22nd July, ended up with a 690 (AWA 5.5, IR 4, Q 45, V 39). I need a 720+ for the programs I am considering, and have decided to retake the test on August 30th. To provide some context, I was getting between 710-730 on the last 3 GMATPrep CAT's leading up to my test, and I attribute my slightly lower official score to a combination of nerves, silly mistakes and pacing problems during the test.
I used the MGMAT series, OG 12 and 13, as well as all 4 GMATPrep tests (including Exam Pack 1) in my first round of prep, and am looking for some suggestions on the best resources to use in the next month or so, particularly in terms of full length practice CAT's. I had avoided taking the MGMAT tests prior to my first attempt because I received feedback from multiple sources that the quant in these tests is much harder in terms of complex calculations relative to actual GMAT questions, and given that I am generally anxious about my quant progress I didn't want (and need additional practice CAT's) to unnerve myself.
I am planning to practice this time around using the PrepPack 1, Quant Review and redo the OG 13 questions, and use the PowerScore CR Bible, Aristotle SC and Empower ScoreBooster for strategies and tricks. I'd appreciate any inputs on recommended full length tests, or better sources for practice questions.
Thanks!
I took the GMAT on 22nd July, ended up with a 690 (AWA 5.5, IR 4, Q 45, V 39). I need a 720+ for the programs I am considering, and have decided to retake the test on August 30th. To provide some context, I was getting between 710-730 on the last 3 GMATPrep CAT's leading up to my test, and I attribute my slightly lower official score to a combination of nerves, silly mistakes and pacing problems during the test.
I used the MGMAT series, OG 12 and 13, as well as all 4 GMATPrep tests (including Exam Pack 1) in my first round of prep, and am looking for some suggestions on the best resources to use in the next month or so, particularly in terms of full length practice CAT's. I had avoided taking the MGMAT tests prior to my first attempt because I received feedback from multiple sources that the quant in these tests is much harder in terms of complex calculations relative to actual GMAT questions, and given that I am generally anxious about my quant progress I didn't want (and need additional practice CAT's) to unnerve myself.
I am planning to practice this time around using the PrepPack 1, Quant Review and redo the OG 13 questions, and use the PowerScore CR Bible, Aristotle SC and Empower ScoreBooster for strategies and tricks. I'd appreciate any inputs on recommended full length tests, or better sources for practice questions.
Thanks!
