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It would depend on whether all the tests were from the same provider. If you are comparing scores from say Princeton and a Kaplan test, such differences may arise. If all the tests are from the same provider, I would suggest you do a careful analysis of areas you made mistakes on. Probably one area ...

by Prasanna

Mon Dec 01, 2008 8:33 am
Forum: GMAT Strategy
Topic: high variance in verbal scores
Replies: 10
Views: 2371

Re: Practice score vs. actual score

-------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Hi everyone - I am taking the actual GMAT on December 6th; just few days from now!!! I have taken 5 different practice tests over the past few days and here are my scores: GMAT prep 1 - 580 GMAt prep 2 - 560 Kaplan 1st...

by Prasanna

Mon Dec 01, 2008 8:29 am
Forum: GMAT Strategy
Topic: Practice score vs. actual score
Replies: 4
Views: 1704

I have not heard of any errors in the software. You should understand that the test is a standardised test at the end of the day. Much would depend on how current your preparation is (unless you are an expert who needs no prep). There are too many other factors such as your health, stamina, interest...

by Prasanna

Mon Dec 01, 2008 8:24 am
Forum: GMAT Strategy
Topic: any idea on how score works?
Replies: 1
Views: 1159

I would suggest you to take the earliest possible time since you are a morning person. The other problem you have is bound to cause you trouble whatever is the time. So you should keep yourself composed and calm. All your efforts and your future is at stake.

by Prasanna

Mon Dec 01, 2008 8:21 am
Forum: GMAT Strategy
Topic: Which exam session shoulf I go for?
Replies: 3
Views: 1323

The GMAT prep tests scores could deviate by as much as 50-60 points between two prep tests and also with the actual test scores. And as you observe your physical and emotional conditions, concentation levels all affect your performance. To be on the safer side, prepare well to get to your target sco...

by Prasanna

Sun Nov 09, 2008 7:11 pm
Forum: GMAT Strategy
Topic: Confusing CAT Scores
Replies: 1
Views: 1312

Let me be honest. It would be practically impossible for you improve your score by 100 points in the last week of preparation. So I would suggest you keep your cool and give your best. Probably your confidence levels and attitude can improve your scores a bit. I assum that you gave the other three t...

by Prasanna

Fri Oct 17, 2008 10:01 am
Forum: GMAT Strategy
Topic: 3*600 in GMAT prep ( GMAT this sunday) Need advice for 700+
Replies: 0
Views: 1541

If your aptitude and test taking skills are otherwise good, you may be to attain your target score. You need to very carefully plan your time. Dont spend more than 2 hrs at a time in prep. Take breaks to improve your concentration. Since you have already taken the test, you should know what areas/qu...

by Prasanna

Thu Oct 16, 2008 3:38 pm
Forum: GMAT Strategy
Topic: GMAT in 1 month-target score 700, how many hours do i need?
Replies: 5
Views: 22502

What are the challenges you are facing in VA, more so in SC? When you studied OG 11 and MGMAT SC, did you understand well the question types and the typical errors that is tested on the exam? I guess you need to revisit the SC preparation atleast, go through OG and MGMAT questions. For each question...

by Prasanna

Wed Oct 15, 2008 12:15 pm
Forum: GMAT Strategy
Topic: How to improve Verbal after studying this much??
Replies: 4
Views: 2095

Sorry for replying late. I understand what you are asking; but the driver should be time allocation mechanism you are following. You might know all questions are important on the test and hence you need to decide how much time you should spend on each one of them. I would say you should not check yo...

by Prasanna

Wed Oct 08, 2008 3:56 pm
Forum: GMAT Strategy
Topic: Checking answers on the real test (vs practise)
Replies: 2
Views: 1898

Taking practice tests alone does not help you to improve your scores. You would need to follow up on each test, take action on your weak areas, prepare before taking the next test and measure your progress. If you have already done this, please share the information on this forum. Experts would be g...

by Prasanna

Wed Oct 08, 2008 3:52 pm
Forum: GMAT Strategy
Topic: practice tests
Replies: 3
Views: 1586

Check this out- When I was preparing, I got a SC Guide which was around 30 dollars, but the book came with 6 online tests. So it worked out pretty cheap.

by Prasanna

Wed Oct 08, 2008 3:43 pm
Forum: GMAT Strategy
Topic: Where to get the Manhattan GMAT pratice test?
Replies: 1
Views: 1319

Thanks for the content loaded post Stacey. I should learn how to respond effectively from your posts :D

by Prasanna

Wed Oct 08, 2008 3:40 pm
Forum: GMAT Strategy
Topic: need help
Replies: 3
Views: 1444

Can you share more information on your prep? Experts on the forum would be glad to help you

by Prasanna

Wed Oct 08, 2008 3:45 am
Forum: GMAT Strategy
Topic: One month to 700
Replies: 1
Views: 1552

The opinion I stated is not mine. I remember reading it in OG I guess (I dont have a copy to verify it now). This has anyway been the opinion of almost all the experts on this forum.

by Prasanna

Wed Oct 08, 2008 3:43 am
Forum: GMAT Strategy
Topic: Prasanna, other moderators....ANYONE...confusion abounds
Replies: 4
Views: 1439