Question about benchmark OG problems

[GeorgeP381]

So on the syllabus in the "Do This" section, there are a list of OG problems that you are to complete and review. I understand that these problems are roughly in the middle of the pack in terms of difficulty and are considered benchmark problems.

My question is, if I am roughly getting 75% of these benchmark questions right within appropriate time restrictions, what would that roughly translate to in terms of scoring?

[StaceyKoprince]

It's impossible to calculate an approximate score from that data. In fact, it's impossible to approximate a score based on any "static" data because it doesn't mimic the adaptive nature of the real test. The GMAT scoring algorithm is very complex and depends on many factors beyond what that data gives us.

The best way to gauge your current scoring level is to take a practice test under 100% official conditions (including doing the essay and IR sections and sticking to the two 8-minute breaks).

In general, take a CAT at the beginning of your studies and use that to set up a study plan for about 3-6 weeks. Then, when you've studied the things that you wanted to study and feel you've made progress, take another CAT and set up a new study plan based on the new results. And so on.

Also, if you're answering about 75% correctly, you're doing well (though you also have stuff to learn, of course!). Eventually, you will want to move on to some of the harder questions, but first keep doing what you're doing: build up a strong base across all topics / question types.