writing down a timing chart

[hutch27]

Before the verbal section (on practice tests) i write down a timing chart that helps me keep track of my pace. I usually write down the chart during the break between sections.

On the actual test day, can I write this chart down during breaks? I'm wondering because I don't want the proctors to suspect that i'm cheating if they see me write something down on my notepad before the section begins.

[David@VeritasPrep]

The only time that you have to yourself while you are at your desk is the 4 minute "tutorial" before the test begins. When you come back from a break and you get signed back in by the proctor the test goes right to the next section. I doubt you would be accused of cheating, but the clock might just be running on the actual section.

[hutch27]

Don't you get 1 minute to read the instructions of the verbal section after the break ends? That's when I wanted to write down the timing chart

[David@VeritasPrep]

You do get one minute. That should be long enough!

[hutch27]

Hahahaaa I meant if I'm allowed to write that chart on my note board during that one minute instructional screen before the verbal.

[David@VeritasPrep]

why not? It is your time, your computer, your test. I wonder what GMAC might say. I doubt that it is a problem.

[OfficialGMAT]

Hi Hutch27,

You are allowed to write down a timing chart during the breaks.

Good luck in your studies!