I called GMAC to understand how their pens are supposed to perform. They stated that the pen should be easy to write with and should create a solid black mark. They said that if you are still not provided a suitable pen after asking for a new one, then report the matter to the testing administrator ...

Kaplan scoring algorithm tends to be significantly off. The GMATPrep tests are the best indicator of what your true performance on the test would be.

Pens Used on the Test (What was your experience?)

When I took the test, the pen was really poor. I had to press it down hard to make a mark, and even when it did put some ink down, it wasn't a thick black color, it was a watered down grey. Furthermore, if I didn't recap it after each question, it would take a few strokes on the next use to get some...

I believe the average GMAT score of LBS applicants is 680, with 80% of the most recent class scoring between 620 and 740. At minimum, you should score at the lower range. In my opinion, you should score at least at the average score. To go from a score of 500 to 700+ takes a bit of work. Most likely...

Probability Combinatorics or Just Probability?

I am having trouble differentiating between a straight probability problem (i.e. no combinatorics) and a probability combinatorics problem. Please help me identify what the characteristic differences are. Once I know what type of problem it is, I can easily attack it, but for some reason I have a ha...

Dude, everything was thrown at you, but you persevered! Great job! How you holding up? Things settle down?

Hi duongthang,

From reading many posts on this forum, I believe that many people agree with you. In case you are not aware, this question is from GMATPrep #1, which comes from the same source as OG (i.e. GMAC).

Thanks for taking the time to provide some insightful suggestions as to how to approach the AWA portion of the exam! This will really help me in formulating my approach.

Best of luck with your applications!