TestMagic Forums - View Single Post - Second attempt 590 (Q47, V24) : Need some advise

GeneK · 2009 July 2nd, 11:05 PM

Hi fast_turtle,

I think you correctly assessed your problem with the verbal section of the test - timing, and if you decide to retake it - I believe this should be your main focus (if only we all could have additional 20 minutes - our scores would be much different. The point of the GMAT is not just to know the right answer - but also know how to pace yourself).

I also think you shouldn't chase the high GMAT score just for the sake of it. GMAT is just a part of your application: it's true it's easier to get admitted with a higher GMAT score - but you may still get admitted even with a lower score if you have a strong application (there are a lot of good schools with average GMAT score of admitted students of 600, but not all of them might have 8 years of experience as you do).

Anyway, good luck if you plan to retake the test or good luck with your application!

2009 July 2nd, 11:05 PM	#2 (permalink)
GeneK I JUST got here. Join Date: Jun 2009 Posts: 8	Hi fast_turtle, I think you correctly assessed your problem with the verbal section of the test - timing, and if you decide to retake it - I believe this should be your main focus (if only we all could have additional 20 minutes - our scores would be much different. The point of the GMAT is not just to know the right answer - but also know how to pace yourself). I also think you shouldn't chase the high GMAT score just for the sake of it. GMAT is just a part of your application: it's true it's easier to get admitted with a higher GMAT score - but you may still get admitted even with a lower score if you have a strong application (there are a lot of good schools with average GMAT score of admitted students of 600, but not all of them might have 8 years of experience as you do). Anyway, good luck if you plan to retake the test or good luck with your application!