TABLE OF CONTENTS

How to Use This Book

PART ONE: THE GMAT

Chapter 1: Introduction to the GMAT

GMAT Format

GMAT Scoring

GMAT Attitude

GMAT Checklist

Chapter 2: Understanding the CAT

The CAT Explained

Are the First Questions More Important?

The Importance of Pacing

Other CAT Strategies

PART TWO: PRETEST

Chapter 3: GMAT Pretest

How to Take This Test

GMAT Pretest Answer Sheet

Answer Key

Quantitative Section Explanations

Verbal Section Explanations

Chapter 4: Pretest Answers and Explanations

How to Review This Test

Pretest Scoring Tool

PART THREE: VERBAL SECTION AND STRATEGIES

Chapter 5: Verbal Section Overview

Composition of the Verbal Section

Pacing on the Verbal Section

How the Verbal Section Is Scored

Core Competencies on the Verbal Section

Introduction to Strategic Reading

Chapter 6: Critical Reasoning

Previewing Critical Reasoning

Question Format and Structure

The Basic Principles of Critical Reasoning

The Kaplan Method for Critical Reasoning

Critical Reasoning Quiz

Answers and Explanations

GMAT by the Numbers: Critical Reasoning

Chapter 7: Reading Comprehension

Previewing Reading Comprehension

Question Format and Structure

The Basic Principles of Reading Comprehension

The Kaplan Method for Reading Comprehension

Reading Comprehension Question Types

Reading Comprehension Quiz

Answers and Explanations

GMAT by the Numbers: Reading Comprehension

Chapter 8: Sentence Correction

Previewing Sentence Correction

Question Format and Structure

The Kaplan Method for Sentence Correction

Commonly Tested Grammar on the GMAT

Answers and Explanations

GMAT by the Numbers: Sentence Correction

PART FOUR: QUANTITATIVE SECTION AND STRATEGIES

Chapter 9: Quantitative Section Overview

Composition of the Quantitative Section

What the Quantitative Section Tests

Pacing on the Quantitative Section

How the Quantitative Section Is Scored

Core Competencies on the Quantitative Section

Chapter 10: Problem Solving

Previewing Problem Solving

Question Format and Structure

The Kaplan Method for Problem Solving

The Basic Principles of Problem Solving

Problem Solving Strategy

Answers and Explanations

GMAT by the Numbers: Problem Solving

Chapter 11: Data Sufficiency

Previewing Data Sufficiency

Question Format and Structure

The Kaplan Method for Data Sufficiency

The Basic Principles of Data Sufficiency

Data Sufficiency Strategy

Answers and Explanations

GMAT by the Numbers: Data Sufficiency

Chapter 12: Algebra on the GMAT

Previewing Algebra on the GMAT

Translating Words into Expressions and Equations

Isolating a Variable

Quadratic Equations

Systems of Linear Equations

Special Cases in Systems of Linear Equations

Functions and Symbolism

Answers and Explanations

GMAT by the Numbers: Algebra

Chapter 13: Arithmetic on the GMAT

Previewing Arithmetic on the GMAT

Arithmetic Basics

Fractions and Decimals

Exponents

Radicals

Absolute Value

Inequalities

Answers and Explanations

GMAT by the Numbers: Arithmetic

Chapter 14: Number Properties on the GMAT

Previewing Number Properties on the GMAT

Integers and Non-integers

Odds and Evens

Positives and Negatives

Factors and Multiples

Remainders and Primes

Sequences

Answers and Explanations

GMAT by the Numbers: Number Properties

Chapter 15: Proportions on the GMAT

Previewing Proportions on the GMAT

Applying Fractions to Proportions

Ratios

Percents with Specified Values

Mixtures

Answers and Explanations

GMAT by the Numbers: Proportions

Chapter 16: Statistics on the GMAT

Previewing Statistics on the GMAT

Median, Mode, Range, and Standard Deviation

Sequences of Integers

Combinations and Permutations

Probability

Answers and Explanations

GMAT by the Numbers: Statistics

Chapter 17: Math Formulas on the GMAT

Previewing Math Formulas on the GMAT

Averages

Rates and Speed—Converting Rates

Rates and Speed—Multi-part Journeys

Combined Rates and Combined Work

Interest Rates

Overlapping Sets

Answers and Explanations

GMAT by the Numbers: Math Formulas

Chapter 18: Geometry on the GMAT

Previewing Geometry on the GMAT

Lines and Angles

Triangles

Polygons

Circles

Multiple Figures

Solids

Coordinate Geometry

Answers and Explanations

GMAT by the Numbers: Geometry

Chapter 19: Advanced Math Practice

Advanced Problem Solving Practice Set

Answers and Explanations

Advanced Data Sufficiency Practice Set

Answers and Explanations

PART FIVE: ANALYTICAL WRITING AND INTEGRATED REASONING SECTIONS

Chapter 20: Analytical Writing Assessment

Essay Format and Structure

The Basic Principles of Analytical Writing

How the AWA Is Scored

The Kaplan Method for Analytical Writing

Breakdown: Analysis of an Argument

GMAT Style Checklist

Practice Essays

Chapter 21: Integrated Reasoning

Section Format and Structure

The Integrated Reasoning Question Types

Conclusion

PART SIX: TEST DAY AND BUSINESS SCHOOL

Chapter 22: Take Control of Test Day

Mental Conditioning

Stress Management

Stress Management Quiz

The Week Before Test Day

On Test Day

Cancellation and Multiple Scores Policy

Chapter 23: Business School Admissions Myths Destroyed (Before They Destroy You!)

Myth #1: The Admissions Committee Wants a Specific Type

Myth #2: My High GMAT Score Will Get Me In

Myth #3: My Supervisor Graduated from HBS—He Knows

Myth #4: If I Did Not Go to an Ivy, I’m Not Getting In

Myth #5: If I Have a Gap in My History, I’m Not Getting In

Myth #6: If I Have No Managerial Experience, I’m Not Getting In

Myth #7: I Must Submit in Round 1

Myth #8: Writing My Own Recommendation Puts Me in the Driver’s Seat

Myth #9: HBS Is for Everyone

Myth #10: If My Application Has a Typo, I’m Not Getting In

PART SEVEN: APPENDICES

Appendix A: How Much Can a GMAT Score Change?

Appendix B: A Closer Look at GMAT Scoring

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