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January 08, 2024
meghanarrajan

Joined: Apr 26, 2023

Posts: 57

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Verified GMAT Classic score:
760 Q49 V44

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Hello everyone!
I took the GMAT in July 2023 and scored a 760 (Q49, V44). This was my second attempt and had a 50-point improvement from my previous score of 710 (Q49, V38).

With a strong quantitative background as an engineer, I confidently handled strategies and time management for the quant section. However, the verbal section posed a challenge. Despite grasping grammar concepts for SC and the structure of CR questions, I struggled with accuracy. I was keen on exploring strategies online to improve my accuracy. That's when I discovered the eGMAT workshops before my first attempt. The meaning-based approach (SC) and pre-thinking (CR) strategies stood out as highly beneficial.

Unfortunately, time constraints prevented me from fully implementing these strategies in my initial attempt. So while choosing a new prep material, eGMAT was a no-brainer. Having exhausted the OG guides in my first attempt, I sought a fresh set of questions to refine my strategy. The 2-month GMAT Intensive course not only met but exceeded my expectations, playing a crucial role in my achievement of a 760. The personalized study plan and test analysis with Mansi from eGMAT proved invaluable in structuring my study schedule for the next two months.

I found the Scholaranium and the Sigma-X mock tests to be particularly noteworthy. The sectional tests, with adjustable topic and difficulty filters, were invaluable for refining my approach to different GMAT question types. Utilizing this option significantly contributed to enhancing both my accuracy and speed, resulting in a notable 6-point improvement in my verbal score
The mock tests accurately simulated the GMAT exam environment, enabling me to hone my time management skills and build confidence. The detailed performance analytics helped me identify areas for further refinement, allowing me to fine-tune my preparation strategy as needed.

Overall, eGMAT’s strategies and question banks proved invaluable in boosting my GMAT score significantly. I highly recommend this course to anyone seeking a comprehensive and effective GMAT preparation experience.


Here are some tips GMAT prep:

DO NOT BLINDLY SOLVE THE QUESTIONS. A crucial lesson from my experience is that the quantity of questions solved does not necessarily correlate with exam performance. Whether you solve a few or many questions, conduct a thorough analysis of the solutions, regardless of whether you answered correctly. Extracting shortcuts and key insights from these analyses will significantly enhance accuracy and substantially reduce the time needed.

ENSURE THAT YOU PRACTICE YOUR APPROACH/STATEGY TO DIFFERENT KINDS OF QUESTIONS. In the majority of GMAT questions, eliminating 3 out of 5 options is often straightforward. However, when faced with the final two options, selecting the correct one demands the right strategy. Each question type requires a distinct approach, so delve into each category and familiarize yourself with the application of your techniques.


All the best to everyone attempting the exam.

January 30, 2024
egmat

Hi meghanarrajan,

Congratulations on the wonderful score!!

We are incredibly proud and thrilled to hear about your outstanding achievement on the GMAT, scoring a remarkable 760! Your dedication, hard work, and strategic approach truly paid off, and we are honored to have played a part in your journey.

Your detailed account of how you overcame the challenges in the verbal section is inspiring. It is gratifying to know that our methodologies, especially the meaning-based approach for Sentence Correction and the pre-thinking strategy for Critical Reasoning, were instrumental in enhancing your skills.

Here is an image illustrating your enhanced performance in Critical Reasoning: your accuracy has risen to 80%, and the time taken per question has been reduced to an average of 2 minutes and 30 seconds.

Image Link: https://success.e-gmat.com/meghanarrajan_CR_accuracy_improved_to_80percent

Also, you demonstrated impressive progress in Sentence Correction, elevating your accuracy from 72% to 86%, and notably, you managed to decrease the time spent per question to 1 minute and 12 seconds.

Image link: https://success.e-gmat.com/meghanarrajan_SC_accuracy_improved_to_86percent

Your tips for future GMAT aspirants are invaluable. Emphasizing the importance of quality over quantity in practice and the necessity of a tailored approach to different question types are key insights that many will find beneficial.

Thank you for choosing e-GMAT for your preparation and for recommending our course. Stories like yours motivate us to continue improving and providing the best possible support to our students. We wish you immense success in your future endeavours and are confident that you will excel in whatever path you choose.

All the best!

Regards
Abha Mohan

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