Conquer GMAT Reading Comprehension: 5 Common Obstacles

Dustin thinks most test-takers get stuck trying to fix symptoms without figuring out the root cause. Think about an upset stomach: you might wonder if it was that questionable street food, a food that always gets you, or maybe just your wonky sleep schedule. You’d then dig into those possibilities, remember past times this happened, and zero in on what’s really going on, right? However, when encountering less common issues (like a dull chest pain), our limited experience prevents us from knowing all the potential underlying causes. In such cases, you would definitely seek professional help.

In this video, we’re tackling a problem that hits over 90% of GMAT students: reading comprehension. So many people say they just don’t get it, read too slowly, or misunderstand passages. But honestly, very few bother to figure out *why* these issues are happening. Without understanding the cause, how can you find the right solution? This quick video aims to exhaustively list the potential causes of reading comprehension challenges you might encounter when reading English for the GMAT. After watching, you’ll suddenly realize, “Ah, so that’s the factor hindering my comprehension!”