My first mock test - need help

[d.scannapieco]

I just completed my first MGMAT mock test, getting a final score of 640 (Q44-V34), guessing the last 5 Verbal questions (all of which turned out to be wrong). I started my preparation a couple of months ago, using both OG12 and Manhattan guides. My goal would be a 700+ score, maybe somewhere between 720 and 740. Now, I haven't scheduled the test yet, but I might decide to sit for the GMAT on March, 22th: therefore, I am wondering whether 1 additional month would be enough to get the score I want. Otherwise, I can put off the date, but I'm quite sure that for two weeks (March 24th to April 7th) I won't be able to put a lot of effort into this, so right now I don't know what to do, whether to take the test on March or to wait some more time (I plan to submit my applications next fall, so I guess I have enough time).
What is more, I'm not sure about the study plan for the upcoming month(s), should I focus more on mock tests, or would it be better to go through the guides again?

Thanks in advance!

[StaceyKoprince]

The short answer: there's no way to tell. No way to predict the future. :)

The longer answer: most people would need more than 1 month to go from 640 to 700+ - particularly because the higher you go, the harder it gets to keep going even higher.

It's totally fine to take 2 weeks off and then pick up again - your brain isn't going to forget everything in that time. (It really won't forget much at all - you'll be surprised!)

Re: your study plan, read this:
http://www.manhattangmat.com/blog/index ... an-part-1/

(Note: it's a 2-parter) Feel free to come back here and tell us the study plan you develop and we'll tell you whether there's anything we'd change.

If you took our class, make sure to sign up for a Post-Course Assessment (PCA) - a meeting with a teacher to figure out your study plan for after the class is over.