Question on gmat

[mayonnai5e]

It varies greatly depending on the individual. Some people take just two practice tests (the GMATPreps) while others take many, many tests. Personally, I had a lot of timing issues so taking many tests was my best study tool for working out timing. You can look through the I Just Beat the GMAT forum to see what others have done.

Also, you mentioned that you plan on finishing the guide books first then taking the CATs. I believe the best route is to take the tests while going through the books so you can measure your progress.

[Stacey Koprince]

Most people should take 4-5 tests. Some people can get away with fewer while some people need more. Generally speaking, study for about 3 weeks between tests, though you may drop that to every two weeks as you get closer to the official test date.

The tests are a great feedback mechanism to help you figure out what else you need to study - but don't just take a ton of tests over and over again without doing a lot of work in between. Taking a ton of tests without good study in between just reinforces the habits you already have, good and bad.

[mayonnai5e]

The tests are a great feedback mechanism to help you figure out what else you need to study - but don't just take a ton of tests over and over again without doing a lot of work in between. Taking a ton of tests without good study in between just reinforces the habits you already have, good and bad.

Stacy made a very good point here. =)