Unlike Problem Solving, Data Sufficiency is a question-type unique to the GMAT.  Data Sufficiency is part of the Data Insights section on the GMAT. GMAT Data Sufficiency Practice Questions 1. Maggie is 15 years older than Bobby.  How old is Bobby? Statement #1: In 3 years, Maggie’s age will be 50% larger than Bobby’s age. Statement #2: Years ago, when Maggie was 25 years old, Bobby was 10 years old. 2. By abc we denote a three digit number with digits a, b, and c.  Is abc divisible by 3? Statement #1: The product of (a) times (b) is a number divisible by 3 Statement #2: c = 3 3 ..read more

Avoid the Frankenstein Essay by being thoughtful about how you get help! After nearly 20 years of reading, assessing, revising, and consulting on personal statements, I have seen every variety of mistake an applicant can make. More importantly for you, though, is that I am pretty good at identifying the upstream source of the problem and providing guidance on how to fix it. One of the most common mistakes might seem counterintuitive: the author sought too much help… or at least too much of the wrong kind! Once you’ve finished your personal statement, you may feel a little apprehensive about wh ..read more

There’s no such thing as a “perfect” B-school candidate. It’s far more common for MBA applicants to have some form of “weakness” or “flaw” they must address head-on in their application. This might include: Out-of-Reach School Selection Standing Out from the Crowd Being an Older or Younger MBA Applicant Low GMAT/GRE Score Mistakes Such as a DUI or Honor Code Violation Failing Grades or Low GPA Regular listeners of the B-Schooled podcast are familiar with host Chandler Arnold‘s advice to MBA applicants: be open, be real, and be daring.  Chandler believes that almost everyone h ..read more

Many GMAT test-takers vaguely remember a rule from high school, that it’s possible to solve for two variables if and only if you’re given two equations, and generally that it’s possible to solve for n variables if and only if you’re given n equations. Unfortunately, that rule isn’t quite correct as written, and even the correct rule isn’t always relevant. Applying the rule incorrectly causes quite a few errors on the quant section, particularly with Data Sufficiency questions. Sometimes, two equations aren’t enough to allow us to solve for two variables, or even for one. That is, sometimes, in ..read more

How important are travel and education experiences abroad to achieving success in the global economy? That’s almost a trick question since the answer is a resounding v-e-r-y. The ability to work well with an array of people and cultures other than your own has never been more critical. Studying abroad during your MBA is one of the best stepping stones to cross-cultural competence. Such experiences offer MBA students a unique opportunity for personal growth and development. Immersing yourself in a new culture gives you a firsthand understanding of international business practices. This exposur ..read more

There are twelve practice questions in this set. You should feel free to use a calculator here because an on-screen calculator will be available during the Data Insights section. The chart above shows the technology capabilities of the 20 existing high schools in Grangerville.   Questions 1) If a Grangerville high school is chosen at random, the probability that it will be public high school with a dedicated computer lab is: (A) 20% (B) 33.3 % (C) 40% (D) 42.9% (E) 44.4%   2) If a Grangerville high school with either a dedicated computer lab or a computer in every classroom is chose ..read more

Data Insights (DI) was introduced in 2023 when GMAC released a new version of the GMAT. Your performance on the Data Insights section will account for one third of your total GMAT score. You’ll have 45 minutes to answer 20 Data Insights questions, which will involve a ton of data analysis, critical thinking, and quantitative reasoning. When you first encounter DI question types, you might wonder just how one possibly navigates all that information. But! By preparing early and practicing a whole lot of questions, you’ll be ready to take on whatever DI throws at you on test day. What is GMAT Dat ..read more

In this B-Schooled episode, host Chandler pulls together suggestions from other SBC podcasts and new insights to give you all the tools you need to survive your time on the waitlist and, hopefully, thrive. Insights from this podcast episode include: • What being on the waitlist means (and what it doesn’t) • The importance of developing an individualized waitlist strategy • Specific guidance about following your school’s waitlist process (which varies from program to program) • What to do if your school allows students on the waitlist to send follow-up materials and updates • Tips for asking f ..read more

After two years perched at the top of the heap, the Chicago Booth School of Business slipped slightly in the latest US News MBA rankings of the best business schools in 2024. This year, Stanford Graduate School of Business and the University of Pennsylvania’s Wharton School share the top spot in a throwback to their 2021 positions. Meanwhile, the Kellogg School of Management and Chicago Booth have tied for third place, and the MIT Sloan School of Management nabbed fifth place. If anyone is wondering what happened to powerhouse Harvard Business School, US News knocked it down to number six thi ..read more

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