Must be true questions with inequalities are a test taker's nightmare if the base concept is shaky. Tomorrow, in my webinar, I will discuss how to think, what to keep in mind and what to focus on when facing these questions

Following are the details:

Date: 5th February 2025 (Wednesday)

Time: 8:30 PM IST, 10:00 AM CDT, 11:00 AM EDT, 4:00 PM London

Topic: Must be True Questions

Webinar Instructor: Karishma Bansal

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Hi community,

Need some advice which score increase is considered possible in the next 24 days

435 to 585

Or

445 to 615

I am already aware of the basics and concepts in gmat(verbal and quant) but due to test day jitters did not score well. So kindly advise me on this regard gmat nation.

what time is GMAC taking to send official scores from test date? I want to schedule my exam in March mid. The b school I'm targeting wants the scores by March 20. Are they taking 3 weeks? (read somewhere) Most places it's showing 3 days since FE has come. Need clarity. Please help. also does it vary from geographic location? taking the exam from Kolkata, India.

Hey Crew,

Anyone who has sat for the GMAT while observing ramadan and hence fasting ? How did you re-schedule strategize your prep ?

Thanks

GMAT FE 695, Which all colleges I can apply to in R3

Guys, do person from a middle class background really dare to go for MBA from foreign institute? If u know someone around u, please comment

GMAT™ Official Starter Kit

Premium GMAT™ Study Collection 2024-2025 Bundle

Manhattan Prep GMAT Strategy Guide Set

Kaplan GMAT Complete 2025

GMAT for dummies 2025

if there are any other material recommendations please refer..

thanks for anyone who took the time to read and reply :)

Has ISB started sending interview invites for R3? Someone who has received an invite ?

Has ISB started sending interview invites for R3? Someone who has received an invite ?

Ever wondered why some GMAT test-takers breeze through Reading Comprehension passages while others struggle? The secret often lies in their ability to spot and understand keywords – particularly those indicating cause-and-effect relationships. Think of these keywords as signposts guiding you through the passage’s logical flow. Whether you’re tracking an author’s argument, understanding historical developments, or following scientific processes, mastering cause-effect keywords can transform your RC performance from uncertain to confident. In this guide, we’ll explore how these crucial keywords work and how you can use them to boost your GMAT RC accuracy.

Cause-Effect Keywords

Cause-effect keywords are like detective tools – they help you uncover relationships between events, actions, and outcomes in the passage. These keywords are crucial for understanding logical connections and making valid inferences.

Types of Cause-Effect Keywords

Cause Indicators

• Signal why something happened
• Examples: “Because,” “Since,” “Due to,” “As a result of,” “Given that”
• Function: Introduce the reason or catalyst for an outcome
• Usage note: Often explain motivations or triggers for important events

Effect Indicators

• Signal outcomes or consequences
• Examples: “Therefore,” “Thus,” “Consequently,” “As a result,” “Hence”
• Function: Show what happened because of a previous action or condition
• Usage note: Often introduce significant conclusions or findings

Purpose Indicators

• Signal intended effects or goals
• Examples: “In order to,” “So that,” “To achieve,” “For the purpose of”
• Function: Show deliberate connections between actions and desired outcomes
• Usage note: Help understand motivations and objectives

Chain Reaction Indicators

• Signal multiple connected effects
• Examples: “Leading to,” “Which in turn,” “Subsequently,” “Eventually”
• Function: Show how effects become causes for other effects
• Usage note: Often reveal complex relationships in processes or events

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How to Use Cause-Effect Keywords Effectively

Mapping Relationships

• When you see “Because,” connect the following information to previous points
• At “Therefore,” expect a logical conclusion based on previous evidence
• With “In order to,” understand the goal driving an action

Understanding Logic Chains

• Use these keywords to follow complex argument structures
• Track how one event or condition leads to another
• Identify the author’s logical reasoning pattern

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Practice Example

Consider this passage excerpt:

Because atmospheric carbon dioxide levels have increased dramatically, global temperatures have risen steadily over the past century. This warming has led to polar ice melting, which in turn has caused sea levels to rise. Consequently, coastal communities face increased flooding risks. Therefore, many cities are implementing climate adaptation strategies in order to protect vulnerable populations.

Cause-effect keywords tell us:

• “Because” → CO2 increase is the cause of temperature rise
• “led to” → Temperature rise caused ice melting
• “which in turn” → Shows chain reaction from melting to sea level rise
• “Consequently” → Shows flooding as result of previous changes
• “Therefore” → Shows logical response to threats
• “in order to” → Shows purpose of adaptation strategies

Conclusion

Mastering cause-and-effect keywords is not just about memorizing words, but understanding their strategic role in decoding complex passages. These linguistic signposts transform reading comprehension from a guessing game to a systematic approach. By recognizing and tracing causal relationships, GMAT test-takers can quickly unravel an author’s logical progression, improve inference skills, and ultimately enhance their overall RC performance. Practice and attentive reading are key to internalizing these crucial keywords.

I have a canceled 700 GMAT score and the following GMAT FE scores: 615 and 635. I want to apply to LBS round 3.       1- What happens if I restore my 700 GMAT score and send it to LBS? will they also see my 615 and 635?       2- Is it better to apply with a 700 or a 635? Thanks!

I am starting my GMAT prep. I will not be taking any formal course.

What YouTube channels do you guys follow? I want one which has a playlist of all the necessary lectures that I should do.

Currently, i have come across: GMAT Ninja: Quants and Verbal

Edit: also tell if there are any books that have got me covered. Is solving Official Guide 2019 still worth it?

Hi all, my profile is as below- 26F, India, with a total of 4+ years of work experience, mostly in marketing. I did my masters in London and have 2 years of work ex in London. Currently back in India and working here. GMAT FE 655 Have applied to a few other uni's across India and UK for my MBA, awaiting results. I'm not very confident about applying to Oxford/ Cambridge MBA as I believe my profile isn't as good. Would love your opinion, shall I apply to these uni's now or wait for a few years, give the GMAT again and apply later with an improved profile?

Hello!
I had given my GMAT a few years ago before but the score got expired ( I score a 730 in old GMAT). Post that I started preparing for these UPSC exams in India (they are quite tough) and despite 3 attempts ,was not able to clear them. I was would be extremely grateful If I could get the official guide from any of you as I am having extreme financial constraints (I am jobless since 4 years). I am ready to pay for it. I do not require the offline copy of the official guide. I am used to solving in the online format. I just require the code at the starting page of the OG so I can access the OG in online mode.

Hi all,

I'm giving away the 2023 official guide book as well as verbal, quant, data insights book for free.

The official guide really helped me lay the foundation for the basics as well as type of questions that are typical to the GMAT. Solving the entire book once helped me score a 715 on the actual exam.

Send me a direct message with a brief about you and your prep journey (if you've started) (If you've reached out to me before for the experts Global Mocks, just ping me again saying you need the books)

I can courier it to you, but you have to be based out of India!

Godspeed

Female, USA born. 5+ years at Fortune Top 10, joined in an early-in-career development program.

2 Bachelor Degrees (Business and Healthcare) from a Public University. Honors Program, 3.9 GPA.

615 GMAT (retaking).

Do I have a chance at M7 or T15?

Hi, I took the GMAT Focus for the first time a week ago and scored 615 (79 Quant, 86 Verbal, 77 DI). I feel comfortable with Verbal (mocks range 86-88) but struggle in Quant and Verbal (mocks consistently high 70s but never 80+). I do not have a background in Math (beyond undergrad course 5+ years ago).

I’ve given myself 6 weeks to retake. Seeking recommendations for how to study / move forward. Thank you!

Hey everyone,

I’m 24 years old and have been working for the past 2.5 years. I had good grades in school and college, but I haven’t touched math in the last six years, and it’s definitely a weak spot for me.

I’m considering doing a master’s, and an MBA seems like the only real career pivot that makes sense for me. However, I’m unsure whether I should prepare for the GMAT or CAT. Given my aptitude, I’m not very confident about competitive exams, but I know I need to make a decision and commit to it.

For context:

I want an MBA that will help me switch careers or significantly level up.

My math skills are rusty, so I’d need to put in extra effort.

I’m unsure if I should target Indian B-schools (via CAT) or look at international options (GMAT).

I’m open to realistic advice on how to prepare and whether this is the right step for me.

Would love to hear from people who have been in a similar boat! How did you decide? What worked for you? Any advice is appreciated. Thanks in advance!

Hello all, I am starting to prepare for GMAT and want to take my exam by April. I needed to know if anyone who has recently taken the test or quit the MBA plans is willing to sell their Manhattan Prep and OG books to me? I can't really afford to buy both. So if you have the resources, please DM me what you got and how much you will charge. I reside in New Delhi, India. Will be happy to pay upfront if within the city or pay for it after verifying over a video call.

Hi guys I am preparing for my gmat. Recently gave the gmat and got a 425 and I want to raise my score to atleast a 575 or 585. Is it possible in 3and half weeks?

What is the remainder when (11^22)^11 is divided by 7 ?

A) 1

B) 2

C) 3

D) 4

E) 5

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Male

10th - 84 12th - 87 UG - 8 (Commerce)

GMAT - 625

Country of Citizenship and Residence - Nepal

Work ex: 4 months (In nepal)

Do you think this profile can get me in ISB. Since I am from diverse background. Or I should attempt GMAT again.

Hey everyone!

So I’m planning to take the GMAT exam somewhere around mid to late April and have started preparing around 15 days back but I’m struggling with consistency here.

I feel it is because I’m preparing by myself I lack the motivation and hence wanted to look for some solutions.

If you have any suggestions or would like jump in to study along, feel free to ping!

My background- 25(M), strong in quant and DI but okayish in verbal. Study timings preferably around 8-11PM(IST).

Please ping only if your background aligns with mine so that we could help each other accordingly!

Hi Everyone,

I have an extra code to access the online resources (Atlas) for All the GMAT - Manhattan Prep.

I can also give the Ebooks for 8th Edition All the Verbal & All the Quant + DI

Please DM with any offers, need to sell quickly. Payment India (UPI)

Thank you,

Edit: Have All the Quant Companion Ebook as well.
I can sell the Ebooks separately if anyone needs only those.

Hello everyone, I recently wrote about how I took a free practice mock and got a 475 a week ago. Today, I gave another official practice exam 1 - scored a 625 by just understanding the paper pattern well and managing my time somewhat effectively than my previous attempt. I have started prep with TTP.

26th jan : Q81 V79 D60 - 475 3rd feb : Q84 V80 D79 - 625

Can anyone help with how to go ahead from here and maximise my score until I appear for the exam on 25th Feb, around 3 weeks from today. Please suggest some strategies for the following issues:

1. Quant - got 2 incorrect today without any answer changes with very noticeable errors. Don't feel I lack any conceptual knowledge but see some unfamiliar question types.

2 Verbal - CR definitely requires improvement, Inference based questions messed up in RC

3. DI - Haven't practised even a single question yet, I was hoping to complete the Verbal and Quant unfamiliar topics first and then push for DI practice in the penultimate week of exam.But now, seems like it's time to manage all three subjects at a time since I am preparing full time.

Your inputs would be of great value here. Thank you once again.