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Webinar Agenda The GMAT Integrated Reasoning How to Prepare Q&A

What is the GMAT

What is the GMAT?

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What is the GMAT? Analytical Writing Assessment (30 minutes)

Analysis of an Argument

Integrated Reasoning (12 questions, 30 minutes)

Quantitative Reasoning (37 questions, 75 minutes)

Problem Solving Data Sufficiency

Verbal Reasoning (41 questions, 75 minutes)

Reading Comprehension Critical Reading Sentence Correction

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What is the GMAT?

Analyze the reasoning behind a given argument Formulate an appropriate and constructive critique of a specific

conclusion based on a specific line of thinking

Analytical Writing

Synthesize information Evaluate relevant information from multiple sources Organize, combine and manipulate information

Integrated Reasoning

Reason quantitatively Solve quantitative problems Recognize which information is relevant and sufficient

Quantitative Reasoning

Draw inferences from written materials Critically evaluate arguments Correct written material

Verbal Reasoning

Measures higher order thinking skills such as analysis, synthesis, and evaluation

What is the GMAT?

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What is the GMAT?

What is the GMAT?

Multi-Source Reasoning

Test takers will be asked to use text, charts, and/or tables from two to three sources of information to

answer questions

http://www.gmac.com/gmat/next-generation-gmat-information-center/question-formats.aspx

What is the GMAT?

Table Analysis

Test takers will be presented with a sortable table of information, which has to be analyzed to determine if answer statements are accurate

http://www.mba.com/the-gmat/nex-gen/samples/sample-764.aspx?next=yes

What is the GMAT?

Graphics Interpretation

Test takers will be asked to interpret a graph or graphical image, and select

from a drop-down list to make response statements accurate

http://www.mba.com/the-gmat/nex-gen/samples/sample-275.aspx?next=yes

What is the GMAT?

Two-Part Analysis

A question will involve two components for a solution. Possible

answers will be given in a table format with a column for each

component and rows with possible options; test takers will be asked to

consider the options provided

http://www.mba.com/the-gmat/nex-gen/samples/sample-157.aspx?next=yes

Integrated Reasoning Score Scale

Does not affect your Quant or Verbal scores

Scale from 1 to 8 with intervals of 1

No Partial Credit Must answer all parts to a

question correctly to receive credit

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Understand GMAT Scores

Scores are valid for five years Reports include the scaled score and percentile Percentile rankings are on mba.com

Relevance of IR

Graduate Management Education Corporate Environment

5 Key Facts

Integrated Reasoning is a 30-minute section of 12 questions with a separate score.

Quantitative and Verbal sections have not changed. Integrated Reasoning replaced the AWA Analysis of an Issue

essay. Scores valid for 5 years.

Over 5,400 programs worldwide take GMAT scores.

How does the GMAT Fit in with Admissions Part of a Balanced Admissions Process

GMAT Value to Admissions Academic potential Compare across all applicants

Value to Applicants Opportunity to standout in the crowd Opportunity to compensate for other

parts of their application Opens doors Confidence Preparation for school

Admissions Process Accesses Other Important Skills

Leadership skills and potential Team skills Job skills Business knowledge Subject-specific knowledge Spoken English

The Official Guide for GMAT Review

857 Questions 404 Quant 403 Verbal 50 IR

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Online IR Section

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Other Test Preparation Materials Official GMAT Guide:

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Official GMAT Guide: Verbal

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How to Prepare for the GMAT Exam

1. Download GMATPrep and take the first practice test

2. Practice, practice, practice

3. Take the second practice test in GMATPrep

4. Get a good nights sleep!

5 Key Facts about Test Prep

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