TL;DR — Quick answer GMAT Graphics Interpretation questions appear in Data Insights and ask you to fill in two blanks about a graph or chart — with no partial credit. Both blanks must be correct to earn the point. The three skills that separate high scorers: reading axes and scales accurately before anything else, estimating […]
TL;DR No. The GMAT is accepted by over 7,700 programs at more than 2,400 business schools globally — covering not just MBA programs but also Master of Finance, Master in Management, Master of Business Analytics, Master of Accounting, Executive Education, and several doctoral programs. The score is valid for 5 years. For Indian applicants, the […]
TL;DR Over 100 Indian institutions accept GMAT scores. The top 50 are listed here with GMAT Focus Edition averages, GRE acceptance, program types, fees, and 2026 deadlines. All scores reflect the GMAT Focus Edition scale (205–805). Use the score filter below to find schools that match your current score. 50top GMAT-accepting schools listed 100+Indian institutions […]
TL;DR: The GMAT Focus Edition Enhanced Score Report (ESR) gives you a granular breakdown of your performance across Quantitative, Verbal, and Data Insights: accuracy by quarter, time per question, and sub-section scores. It costs $30 and is worth every rupee for anyone planning a retake. This guide shows you exactly how to read it and […]
TL;DR GMAT Focus Data Sufficiency questions test whether given statements can answer a question — not the answer itself. Master the AD/BCE elimination method, the KNE (Know–Need–Evaluate) strategy, and the five fixed answer choices and you will cut careless mistakes by half. This guide covers everything, with an interactive decision tree and practice question built […]
TL;DR: For ISB’s Class of 2026, the average GMAT (10th edition) score is 720, with a range of 640 to 780. On the GMAT Focus Edition, the average is 669. ISB has no official minimum cutoff. A score of 700+ (Classic) or 665+ (Focus Edition) is considered competitive. Your GMAT is one factor. Work experience, […]
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.25.0″ custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text module_id=”intro” _builder_version=”4.25.0″ hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] Table of Contents Introduction Why Choose Crackverbal for GMAT Prep in Hyderabad Your GMAT Journey with Crackverbal Success Stories and Testimonials GMAT Test Centers in Hyderabad Conclusion Frequently Asked Questions If you’re looking for the best GMAT coaching in Hyderabad, […]
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.25.0″ custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text module_id=”intro” _builder_version=”4.25.0″ global_colors_info=”{}”] Table of Contents Introduction How Crackverbal’s Coaching Suits Every Schedule Key Features of Our Coaching Top B-School Admits GMAT Test Centers in Mumbai Conclusion Frequently Asked Questions Looking for the best GMAT coaching in Mumbai to boost your MBA dreams? The GMAT […]
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.25.0″ custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text module_id=”intro” _builder_version=”4.25.0″ hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] Table of Contents Introduction How AI Can Help in GMAT Self-Study Meet Prepathon: Your AI-Powered GMAT Study Companion Prepathon vs. Other AI-Based GMAT Prep Platforms Why Prepathon Works for Every GMAT Aspirant Conclusion Frequently Asked Questions GMAT preparation is evolving […]
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.25.0″ custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text module_id=”intro” _builder_version=”4.25.0″ hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] Table of Contents Introduction The Problem with Rigid GMAT Study Schedules GMAT Prep Without a Study Schedule (With AI) Flexible, On-Demand Learning for Every Type of Aspirant AI-Powered GMAT Prep in Action Conclusion Frequently Asked Questions Preparing for the GMAT […]
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.25.0″ custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text module_id=”intro” _builder_version=”4.25.0″ global_colors_info=”{}”] Table of Contents Introduction Why Choose Crackverbal for GMAT Prep in Bengaluru? GMAT Prep Offerings at Crackverbal Bengaluru Success Stories and Testimonials GMAT Test Centers in Bangalore Conclusion Frequently Asked Questions Preparing for the GMAT comes with its own set of hurdles. […]
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.25.0″ custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text module_id=”intro” _builder_version=”4.25.0″ global_colors_info=”{}”] Table of Contents: Introduction Why Consistency Beats Cramming in GMAT Prep Drawbacks of Cram Study and Last-Minute Cramming Benefits of a Daily Study Schedule for GMAT Preparation A Practical 3-Month GMAT Study Schedule Consistency and the Right Resources: The Winning Combo Frequently […]
[et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”] TL;DR: The GMAT Focus Edition’s Data Insights section has 5 question types – Data Sufficiency, Table Analysis, Graphics Interpretation, Multi-Source Reasoning, and Two-Part Analysis. This free resource gives you 20+ worked practice questions across all 5 types, tagged Easy / Medium / Hard, with interactive answer reveals so […]
TL;DR: No top MBA program officially prefers one test over the other. All accept both equally. GMAT submissions at top 25 US programs fell from 54.2% (2022) to 42.7% (2024). GRE submissions rose from 29.6% to 32.6% in the same period. Berkeley Haas is now majority GRE (58%). Harvard and Stanford each see 39-42% GRE […]
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.25.0″ custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text module_id=”intro” _builder_version=”4.25.0″ hover_enabled=”0″ global_colors_info=”{}” sticky_enabled=”0″] Table of Contents Introduction Breaking Down the GMAT Verbal Section Common Pitfalls That Lower Your GMAT Verbal Score Strategies to Maximize Your GMAT Verbal Score Best GMAT Verbal Prep Techniques Final Tips Conclusion Frequently Asked Questions The GMAT score stands […]
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.25.0″ custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text module_id=”intro” _builder_version=”4.25.0″ global_colors_info=”{}”] Table of Contents Introduction Understanding GMAT Time Constraints Why Time Management Matters in GMAT Your Ideal GMAT Prep Time How to Structure Your Study Sessions Effective Time Management Techniques During the GMAT The Two-Pass Strategy Strategic Time Allocation per Section Avoiding Common […]
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.25.0″ custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] Read how to create a winning GMAT study plan with our 2025 guide, featuring top prep courses, study strategies, and tips to avoid common mistakes. Achieve your target score with personalized planning and expert resources. [/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.0″ global_colors_info=”{}”] Table of Contents Introduction […]
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.25.0″ custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] Learn why modern test-takers are choosing online GMAT courses, which provide convenient, adaptable, and highly effective preparation compared to traditional methods. [/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.0″ global_colors_info=”{}”] Table of Contents Introduction The Most Important Benefits Supporting Benefits Concerns & Misconceptions Effectiveness vs. Traditional Coaching Conclusion […]
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.25.0″ custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] Struggling to decide between free and paid GMAT prep resources? This blog breaks down the pros and cons of both, comparing study materials, practice tests, and coaching options. Whether you’re on a budget or looking for structured guidance, find the best approach […]
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.25.0″ custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] Struggling to decide between a GMAT private tutor and self-study? This blog breaks down the pros and cons of each approach, helping you choose the best path based on your learning style, budget, and target score. Plus, explore a hybrid strategy for […]
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.25.0″ custom_padding=”0px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”] Struggling with GMAT prep? This guide covers everything you need, from a step-by-step study plan and top prep resources to expert coaching options. Learn how to maximize your score with proven strategies and smart time management. [/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”] Table of […]
TL;DR: The GMAT has three sections (Quant, Verbal, Data Insights), each scored 60-90. All three contribute equally to your total score, which ranges from 205 to 805. The formula is: Total score = (Q + V + DI – 180) x (20/3) + 205, rounded to the nearest 5. A total of 645 is the […]
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[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”20px” text_orientation=”justified” text_orientation_tablet=”left” text_orientation_phone=”left” text_orientation_last_edited=”on|desktop” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”] If you talk to anyone who has a full-time job and is also preparing for the GMAT, he or she will tell you that doing both together is not easy. […]
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”20px” text_orientation=”justified” text_orientation_tablet=”justified” text_orientation_phone=”justified” text_orientation_last_edited=”on|desktop” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”] If you are struggling to figure out how to prepare for the GMAT at home, you have finally arrived at the right place. We know what you have been through—too […]
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ custom_padding_last_edited=”on|phone” _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”20px||||false|false” custom_padding_tablet=”10px||||false|false” custom_padding_phone=”5px||||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”30px||30px||true|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.0″ text_font_size=”20px” text_orientation=”justified” text_font_size_tablet=”20px” text_font_size_phone=”20px” text_font_size_last_edited=”on|phone” text_orientation_tablet=”left” text_orientation_phone=”left” text_orientation_last_edited=”on|desktop” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”] Let’s face it: Selecting between GMAT vs CAT for your MBA path is like choosing between coffee and tea. Both are excellent, but for different reasons. […]
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”10px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_orientation=”justified” text_orientation_tablet=”left” text_orientation_phone=”left” text_orientation_last_edited=”on|desktop” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”] Navigating Table Analysis questions in the GMAT Focus can often feel like a treasure hunt through rows and columns of data. These questions, while challenging, are crucial for those who aim […]
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”25px||6px||false|false” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”30px||30px||true|false” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.25.0″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”20px” text_orientation=”justified” custom_margin=”-23px|||||” custom_padding=”0px|||||” text_orientation_tablet=”justified” text_orientation_phone=”left” text_orientation_last_edited=”on|phone” global_colors_info=”{}” theme_builder_area=”post_content”] We’ve had several students who scored 615 or so on the GMAT practice tests. But by some miraculous twist, they scored 655+ on the day of the […]
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[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_orientation=”justified” global_colors_info=”{}”] If you are a GMAT aspirant, you must be comparing GMAT Online vs. GMAT Test Center Exam to decide which version of the test is right for you. It is essential for you to know about these exam versions as both will differ […]
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_testimonial quote_icon_color=”#148abd” quote_icon_background_color=”#148abd” _builder_version=”4.16″ box_shadow_style=”preset1″ box_shadow_color=”#148abd” global_colors_info=”{}”] Name: Abhishek Bharti GMAT Score: 750 First Attempt: Yes [/et_pb_testimonial][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”] Here is our student, Abhishek Bharti. With over nine years of experience, Abhishek is employed at Samsung Electronics as Chief Engineer. He had finally decided to pursue his […]
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_testimonial quote_icon_color=”#148abd” quote_icon_background_color=”#148abd” _builder_version=”4.16″ box_shadow_style=”preset1″ box_shadow_color=”#0c71c3″ global_colors_info=”{}”] Name: Amit ChoudharyGMAT Score: 720First Attempt: No [/et_pb_testimonial][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”] Meet Amit Choudhary; currently working at Extreme Networks as a Software Development Lead. Amit had always harbored a dream of pursuing an MBA, and on his first GMAT attempt, he […]
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_testimonial quote_icon_color=”#148abd” quote_icon_background_color=”#148abd” _builder_version=”4.16″ box_shadow_style=”preset1″ box_shadow_color=”#0c71c3″ box_shadow_style_image=”preset2″ box_shadow_color_image=”#148abd” global_colors_info=”{}”] Name: Gursimran Singh GMAT Score: 740 First Attempt: Yes B-school Name: Tepper School of Business, United States of America [/et_pb_testimonial][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”] Meet Gursimran Singh, a passionate individual who was very clear about his GMAT and MBA plans. […]
TL;DR: GMAT inequalities trip up test-takers not because the concepts are hard, but because people apply equation logic to them. This guide covers every rule you need: the flip rule, the Wavy Curve Method, squaring, reciprocals, min-max, and quadratics, with a quick-reference table you can come back to before test day. GMAT inequalities questions are […]
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font_size=”17px” header_2_font_size=”30px” header_3_font_size=”25px” global_colors_info=”{}”] The GMAT online exam is no longer an interim solution for GMAT aspirants. The online GMAT exam would permanently co-exist with the test center exam. If you are a GMAT aspirant, this just means one thing: You get to choose the […]
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text disabled_on=”on|on|on” admin_label=”Intro” _builder_version=”4.16″ disabled=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”] Since you’re reading this article, we know that you must be thinking about retaking the GMAT after a previous attempt in which you did not get a good GMAT score. But honestly – what exactly is […]
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Intro” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”] Holding tightly onto his dream of making it in time for the January intake of top Business Schools, our student, Ankit Todi, appeared for the GMAT online exam on May 12. While he claims that CrackVerbal helped him immensely in figuring out how […]
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Intro” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”] Every GMAT aspirant now knows that they can take the GMAT online exam. When the GMAC announced that GMAT aspirants can take the exam from the comforts of their homes, as an alternative to test centres, we at CrackVerbal were really happy. However, […]
TL;DR: GMAT Focus Quant runs 21 questions, 45 minutes, scored 60-90. To improve, fix concept gaps before strategy gaps, develop number-sense over formula dependence, eliminate careless errors by reading questions precisely, and build Data Sufficiency decision-tree instinct. Most candidates plateau because they practice volume without diagnosing why they are getting questions wrong. A diagnostic-first approach […]
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.9.11″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.9.11″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.9.11″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text module_id=”mis-basics” _builder_version=”4.9.11″ _module_preset=”default” header_2_font=”|600|||||||” header_2_font_size=”30px” global_colors_info=”{}”] INTRODUCTION [/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.9.11″ _module_preset=”default” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”] Hello there! If you’ve found your way to this blog, we assume that you have begun to think about that often-neglected section of the GMAT – the AWA! If wishes […]
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ disabled_on=”on|on|on” _builder_version=”4.16″ disabled=”on” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”] I have spent over a decade in the test prep space in India – starting with CAT before going to the “dark side,” i.e. GMAT, in 2005. I want to give the readers the […]
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”30px||30px||true|false” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”17px” global_colors_info=”{}”] The GMAT is usually taken by those who are frustrated with their careers. Relax, we’re kidding! Only a few of those who take the GMAT are frustrated. 😛 Seriously speaking, though, the GMAT is the first step on […]
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Intro” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”] The GMAT test is competitive – but what does that mean for you, as a test-taker? As a GMAT test-taker, you cannot fail to evaluate GMAT Score Chart because the GMAT is competitive. You get a certain score, […]
“If you don’t know where you are, then you can’t get to where you want to go.” Simulation exams a.k.a Practice tests are one of the most important elements for your GMAT preparation plan. Every practice test you take brings you one step closer to getting a similar question right on the actual […]
The big news is that on 15th June, 2017, GMAC announced the GMAT Select Section Order, wherein GMAT takers can choose the order of the sections that they attempt. This means that now a test taker can actually start the GMAT from the Verbal section! If you have taken the GMAT or have been […]
In this article, let’s discuss about the GMAT Integrated Reasoning in detail, Before getting into details of number of questions, question types etc. Let’s understand the GMAT Integrated reasoning. I am pretty much sure below three questions would be going on your mind, before starting the preparation for GMAT Integrated Reasoning, How important is GMAT […]
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”4px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row module_id=”decoding-your” _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” custom_padding=”30px||30px||true|false” locked=”off” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_text _builder_version=”4.16″ _module_preset=”default” text_font_size=”17px” global_colors_info=”{}”] So you have around 10 years of experience but do not have enough time to prepare for the GMAT. Fret not! GMAT has launched Executive Assessment for seasoned professionals like you in 2016. The Executive […]
Most of the students when they hear the word “Geometry”, they think of trigonometry, they think about theorems etc. But in GMAT it’s quite different. In this article, let’s discuss about what is tested in GMAT geometry and what could be the best preparation strategy for GMAT Geometry? Even […]
TL;DR: GMAT Focus Verbal has 23 questions in 45 minutes, of which approximately 9-10 are Reading Comprehension across 3-4 passages. The right reading approach is structure-first: on the first pass, identify the main point, the author’s stance, the paragraph map, and contrast signals. Return to the passage only for specific question details. The five question […]
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font_size=”17px” header_text_align=”center” header_2_font_size=”30px” header_3_font_size=”25px” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”] “A goal without a plan is just a wish”, goes an anonymous saying. We at CrackVerbal, believe that the most important part of the GMAT preparation is having a good gmat […]
Let us first understand the GMAT before we delve deeper into the topic of “patterns”. We believe that the reader must first understand what the GMAT is. GMAT is a standardized test. Think about it – within 78 questions (many of which are experimental so the actual number of questions are fewer) the GMAT can […]
Here are some things we’ve heard GMAT test takers say time and again: “I score well in practice sessions but I don’t know what happens in the test.” “I lost track of time during the test.” “I ran out of time and had to guess towards the end of the test.” “I just couldn’t focus […]
Top B-schools that admit through the GMAT decided that to see potential and future leadership, they could look at 3 broad things: Academic Potential: 1. What are your GMAT Scores – including your split in Quant & Verbal? 2. What is the reputation of your Undergrad school & the course that […]
While attempting the questions in the Verbal section on the GMAT, one type of question that makes your hearts skip a beat is definitely the fully underlined sentence correction question. In your mind, Sentence Correction is already full of gruelling grammar rules and exceptions – add to that a fully underlined question and you […]
Comparison questions in GMAT SC can get a little tricky because they may test not just comparisons, but often, idioms and parallelism too. In this blog let’s see how to do comparison questions. Basic Rules for Comparison: Which is better – a rose or a mango? You’re probably thinking, “What a stupid […]
Reading newspapers and books may improve your general reading habit, but not your ability to crack GMAT RC. This is because the subject matter and structure of GMAT RC passages are quite different, and therefore, the mindset with which you approach them must also be different. The best way to get better at GMAT RC […]
This week’s edition of Wednesday Wisdoms talks about the 3 classic GMAT mistakes Indian aspirants make, & how to modify your test prep techniques for a higher score. Over the last couple of years, I have been teaching students both in India, and I have also had students who have come in from […]
Over the last few years, I have trained over 5000s of students for the GMAT. Some have scored spectacularly well , while some have not been able to score as much as they desired. Recently a student asked me what my observations were, on the top mistakes made by my students on the GMAT. […]
There is 1 question that plagues most GMAT test-takers – especially when they seem to get “stuck” at a particular score – Do I have it in me to score high on the GMAT? The answer is YES! However, before you start looking for the magic sauce, let me give you the magic […]
Assumption-based questions make up about 40% of the questions in GMAT CR. They test you on your ability to identify and understand the relationships – if any – that exist between the premises and the conclusion. Some of the tricky logical traps that assumption-based questions may contain are based on causality. Today, we will […]
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”37px|||||” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font_size=”17px” header_2_font_size=”30px” header_3_font_size=”25px” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”] Has GMAT Verbal Become Tougher and Quant Become Easier Firstly, let us define what we mean by “tougher” or “easier”. For the sake of simplicity, let us consider a […]
The choice between verb-ing and to-verb in GMAT Sentence Correction is something that has troubled test-takers forever. Though there are no blanket rules that will help you tackle questions that test this, there are certain guidelines you can follow to make the right choice. General Usage Guidelines For To-Verb And Verb-Ing To-verb: This […]
Though these 2 terms are often used interchangeably in everyday speech, they are actually different and must be treated differently on the GMAT. The use of ‘Because’ ‘Because’ helps answer the WHY question – why did something happen? For e.g. The flight was cancelled because a storm was brewing. ‘Because of’ […]
An interesting anecdote that I read in Aamir Khan’s blog was about an incident with Sachin Tendulkar. This was when they were watching the finals of the first IPL. Since the Mumbai Indians had not qualified, Aamir was sitting next to Sachin. I reproduce in toto: The match last night was certainly exciting but […]
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font_size=”17px” header_2_font_size=”30px” header_3_font_size=”25px” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”] Whar Is the Effective way for GMAT Preparation? Every few days, I get different versions of this question from students: “I have completed all the questions from the OG and […]
[et_pb_section fb_built=”1″ admin_label=”section” _builder_version=”4.16″ global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_row admin_label=”row” _builder_version=”4.16″ background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” global_colors_info=”{}”][et_pb_column type=”4_4″ _builder_version=”4.16″ custom_padding=”|||” global_colors_info=”{}” custom_padding__hover=”|||”][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text” _builder_version=”4.16″ text_font_size=”17px” background_size=”initial” background_position=”top_left” background_repeat=”repeat” custom_margin=”||19px|||” global_colors_info=”{}”] Is your turn to crack the GMAT fast-approaching? I am sure you must be working hard to score 700+ in order to secure your admission to one of the top B-schools […]
[et_pb_section admin_label=”section”] [et_pb_row admin_label=”row”] [et_pb_column type=”4_4″][et_pb_text admin_label=”Text”] Over the last decade I have spent countless hours with thousands of students, helping them understand why their scores were not going up. I have come to the conclusion that the root of all lies in the same four basic problems in our approach to test-taking. 1. Brute […]