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GMAT Math—An Overview
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GMAT Math—An Overview

Many students who've decided to take the GMAT for business school break out into a cold sweat when faced with the prospect of studying math for the Quantitative section of the GMAT. Let's face it-you may not have taken a math class since high school, and at this point you're struggling to remember the formula for the area of a circle!
How to Make a Career Change at 40 and Still Succeed
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How to Make a Career Change at 40 and Still Succeed

Tips on How to Succeed in a New Career Path at 40
Best Third-Party SSAT Prep Materials
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Best Third-Party SSAT Prep Materials

We know that there are a lot of options out there for SSAT prep materials and that the choices can sometimes seem overwhelming. That's why we periodically review the best prep material options to make it easier for you to choose.
GMAT Testing Accommodations: How Can I Get Them?
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GMAT Testing Accommodations: How Can I Get Them?

If you are set on taking the GMAT and you believe you may be eligible for GMAT testing accommodations, the Graduate Management Admissions Council (GMAC) has a specific set of guidelines and steps that you should follow.
An Overview of What's Tested on the ACT Reading Section
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An Overview of What's Tested on the ACT Reading Section

Before we get into an overview of the preparation process for ACT Reading, it’s important to quickly review the structure of the section. Fortunately, your favorite witty, brilliant Inspirica test expert is here with a summary of what’s on the ACT Reading section.
GRE Writing Overview: An Essay Unlike Any Other
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GRE Writing Overview: An Essay Unlike Any Other

Most students in college will have already written the closest thing to the GRE essay in high school, when they wrote the essay for the ACT or the SAT (RIP). The ACT and SAT essays themselves are very different from the type of writing that students do in school, and it only gets weirder: the GRE Analytical Writing section is as different from the ACT/SAT essays as the ACT/SAT essays are from English papers.
ISEE: An Overview of the Reading Section
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ISEE: An Overview of the Reading Section

The ISEE (Independent School Entrance Examination) is used for admissions to private and independent elementary and secondary schools throughout the United States. The ISEE includes five sections: Verbal, Quantitative Reasoning, Reading, Mathematics Achievement, and an Essay.
Strategies for ACT Math: How to Conquer the Section
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Strategies for ACT Math: How to Conquer the Section

Part of the shortcut to getting a good score on the ACT Math section is finding the right balance between reviewing math concepts and practicing technique. Here are some of the best strategies to help you get a great score on the ACT Math section.
GMAT vs. GRE: Which Is Better For An MBA?
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GMAT vs. GRE: Which Is Better For An MBA?

Once you’ve decided to apply to business school, one of the first questions you’ll have to deal with is, Should I take the GMAT or the GRE, since business schools are now widely accepting the GRE for admission? There is not a single, easy answer to the question, but this article will present a few important considerations in deciding between the GMAT vs. GRE for your MBA plans.
An Overview of What's Tested on the ACT Math Section
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An Overview of What's Tested on the ACT Math Section

Math can be one of the trickiest sections to prep for on the ACT because it offers a uniquely challenging blend of difficult content-based questions and aggressive pacing. Inspirica is here with an overview of the ACT Math section to get you started on the road to crushing the test.
Strategies for ACT English: How to Crush the Section
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Strategies for ACT English: How to Crush the Section

Once students get a handle on the various question-types that show up on the ACT English section, the next step is mastering the best strategies for the section. I like to tell students that ACT English tests pattern recognition as much as any grammar concept; viewing the section in that way is key to maximizing your score.
SSAT Testing Accommodations: What You Need to Know
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SSAT Testing Accommodations: What You Need to Know

The SSAT, like most standardized tests, offers testing accommodations for students taking the test with disabilities. In this post, we’ll tell you everything you need to know about SSAT testing accommodations.