The GMAT Official Guide is more than just a book. It’s your direct line to real GMAT questions and the best possible test-day preparation.

In this episode, GMAC Zach is once again joined by Stacey Koprince from Manhattan Prep to explore how to get the most out of the Official Guide and other GMAT official tools. You’ll learn why practicing with real GMAT questions is essential, how to use them effectively alongside third-party resources, and the strategies that can turn your study time into score gains. The conversation also covers how to analyze mistakes, track progress, set realistic goals, and maximize efficiency.

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Chapters:

00:00 Introduction
01:06 Why Official Questions Matter
06:00 Navigating the New GMAT Official Guide
11:23 Analyzing Weaknesses
14:14 Reviewing Answer Explanations
16:47 Tracking Progress
20:18 Setting Goals and Priorities for GMAT Success
23:23 Understanding GMAT Scoring and Practice Tests
26:16 Using Official Materials Alongside Others
29:26 Choosing the Right Test Prep Program
32:52 Leveraging Difficult Questions
35:44 Balancing Question Difficulty in Practice
37:44 Utilizing Free Resources Effectively
38:31 Pro Tips for Efficient Test Prep