S = a / (1 - r)a: the first term in the progressionr: the common ratio
Don't leave mocks for the end- it's a common mistake.Take a mock every week.
On Verbal questions, don't "Select 1 choice."Rather, "Eliminate 4 choices."
In DS, when you are able to solve "too easily", you are probably missing a trap.
Q. Which integer is the highest common factor of four positive integers A, B, C, and D?(1) A= 27, B=49.
Unlike what many students will think, this statement is "Sufficient". Because no matter what "C" and "D" are, if HCF of "A" and "B" is 1, the answer is going to be "1".
Backup strategy: On the real GMAT, if you get an RC that you just can't comprehend......you must mark randomly and move on...
- Don't let one RC decide the fate of your complete GMAT score.-- Rather, save time and get the remaining questions correct!
1 is not a prime number.A prime number must have exactly two factors. "1" has only one factor.
"So as to" is incorrect.
“So + cause + as to + effect" is a correct usage.
Hannah is so wise as to be admired.
Key to solving "para-completion" questions on CR:
- Prepare a mind-map.- Follow the chain-of-thoughts.- Eliminate four choices to reach a choice that best completes the complete chain of thoughts.-- Beware: Consider the "complete" of chain of thoughts.--- Not just the "last sentence".
1-week gap in prep hurts your progress by 3-weeks.
While attempting AWA, type the first and the last paragraphs first.
- This will ensure that your essay will look 'complete', even if you run out of time.- This will give you more time to think about the middle paragraphs.
"Comparing percentage with absolute numbers"- The fallacy when percentage/proportion is compared with absolute data.
A favorite GMAT CR fallacy.
Example: Jack improved his score by 200%.Inference: Jack performed well. - Incorrect
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Practice RCs, everyday!The skill will help you in all sections and question types!!
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