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GMAT test prep software update frequency

I am referring to the "official" GMAT practice test from MBA.com. Does anyone know who often the software is distributed with updated tests? I downloaded the software about a year ago and was wondering if I would get different tests if I downloaded it again now? I suppose I could just try ...

by PSUMSFA

Wed May 19, 2010 1:54 pm
Forum: GMAT Strategy
Topic: GMAT test prep software update frequency
Replies: 3
Views: 2305

Supporting Evidence

The instructions for both essays state that any points, arguments, positions, etc. be backed up with evidence (or personal experience). Normally this is obviously a good idea but, of course, we don't have access to research materials. What if you get a question where you don't have any empirical evi...

by PSUMSFA

Wed May 19, 2010 1:35 pm
Forum: GMAT Essays (AWA)
Topic: Supporting Evidence
Replies: 1
Views: 1058

It also seems like a good idea to take your practice tests around the same time of day that you will take the actual test.

This falls in line with the idea of simulating the actual test environment as much as possible.

Yes? No?

by PSUMSFA

Tue May 18, 2010 10:37 am
Forum: GMAT Strategy
Topic: Having the test in the afternoon instead of in the morning?
Replies: 6
Views: 21291

Yes, I'm replying to my own post. :) I found a virtual tour of a Pearson testing center here: http://www.pearsonvue.com/ppc/ I also called my testing center and they said I could at least come into the lobby but I couldn't go further than that. This might be enough to make the surroundings more fami...

by PSUMSFA

Wed Apr 21, 2010 12:00 pm
Forum: GMAT Strategy
Topic: Opinion of Kaplan's Official Test Day Experience?
Replies: 6
Views: 5435

Opinion of Kaplan's Official Test Day Experience?

The possibility of actually going to the test center to take practice CATs is compelling. However, I have not found anyone giving an opinion regarding this feature. Anyone? A common tip theme is to simulate taking CATs as closely as possible so this seems like an ideal opportunity. It is pretty clea...

by PSUMSFA

Wed Apr 21, 2010 11:26 am
Forum: GMAT Strategy
Topic: Opinion of Kaplan's Official Test Day Experience?
Replies: 6
Views: 5435