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Og (official Guide) Series For Gmat Gre
overall review score: 4.5
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The OG (Official Guide) Series for GMAT and GRE are comprehensive preparation books published by the official test administrators (ETS for GRE and GMAC for GMAT). They offer official practice questions, detailed answer explanations, and test-taking strategies to help students prepare thoroughly for these standardized exams. The series is widely regarded as a primary resource for understanding the types of questions that appear on the actual tests and for practicing with authentic material.
Key Features
- Official practice questions directly from test administrators
- Detailed answer explanations for better understanding
- Test-taking strategies and tips
- Full-length practice tests that simulate actual exam conditions
- Coverage of all sections of the exams (quantitative, verbal, analytical writing, etc.)
- Updated editions reflecting recent exam formats and question styles
Pros
- Authentic, real-test questions ensuring relevance
- Comprehensive coverage of exam formats and question types
- Detailed explanations aid in understanding mistakes
- Widely regarded as the most reliable source for practice questions
- Helps build confidence through realistic test simulations
Cons
- Can be costly, especially purchasing multiple editions or volumes
- May lack varied question styles found in third-party prep books
- Some users find the difficulty level to be either too challenging or not challenging enough depending on their preparation level
- Limited focus on strategies outside of question practice and basic test-taking techniques