In DS, an answer is achieved only when the answer is "consistent".
Q. Is X a multiple of 24?(1) X is a multiple of 6.(2) X is a multiple of 4.
X = 24 satisfies both (1) and (2), leads to "Yes".X = 12 satisfies both (1) and (2), leads to "No"."Inconsistent". Hence, insufficient. Answer is E.
Present participles and gerunds "look" the same (verb+ing).However, their roles are different.
Present participle acts as a verb or adjective.Jack is running.
Gerund acts as a noun.Running is healthy.
Understanding the "intended meaning" is the key to solving SC questions.
On the GMAT, ensure 'completing' each section.- "no attempts" attract greater penalty than "negative attempts" do.
The error of comma splice occurs when two independent clauses are joined using a comma.Example: Amy sings, she enjoys it.Correct: Amy sings; she enjoys it.
Monday-to-Friday: Concept-building + PracticeSaturday: Re-attempt incorrectly answered questions + ConsolidateSunday: A full-length test with proper analysis
Practice RCs, everyday!The skill will help you in all sections and question types!!
Present participles and gerunds "look" the same (verb+ing).However, their roles are different.
Present participle acts as a verb or adjective.Jack is running.
Gerund acts as a noun.Running is healthy.
"Confusing-cause-with-effect"
A favorite GMAT CR fallacy.
Example: Every time I dream, I sleep.
1-week gap in prep hurts your progress by 3-weeks.
1-week gap in prep hurts your progress by 3-weeks.
The trainer commanded the cadet that he performs the drill. : IncorrectThe trainer commanded the cadet that he perform the drill. : Correct
A subjunctive mood construction - (subject + bossy verb + that + base form of verb)
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The mind-map-strategy for RCs
1.Skim through the first paragraph.Take your eyes off the screen.
2. Ask yourself the paragraph's "purpose" .Purpose is always very, very brief.Avoid paraphrasing the details.
3. Skim through the next paragraph.Take your eyes off.Ask yourself the paragraph's "purpose".Link the purpose of the first paragraph with that of the second.
4. Keep repeating Step 3 for all the subsequent paragraphs.
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