Is it okay to rely more on one section, like Quant, for XLRI GMP if my Verbal isn’t strong?

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Divakshi Arora · Accepted Answer

Yes it's okay to rely more on one section, like Quant, for XLRI GMP if your Verbal isn&rsquo;t strong, but you can&rsquo;t neglect Verbal completely if you&rsquo;re aiming for XLRI GMP. While Quant may carry more weight, Verbal still plays a key role in your overall score.
If your Verbal score is low, it might impact your ability to reach the 70&ndash;75th percentile that XLRI looks for in both sections. A smart approach is to prioritize Quant, but allocate at least 30&ndash;45 minutes a day for Verbal practice, especially Sentence Correction, which can show noticeable improvement in a short time. Quant can be a strength, but Verbal still needs attention to ensure a balanced score. A strong Verbal score will prevent your high Quant from being overshadowed by a low Verbal score.

Supriya J · Answer

It&rsquo;s tempting to focus more on Quant if Verbal is your weak spot, but XLRI values a balanced score across all sections. While you can aim to boost your Quant to make up for a weaker Verbal, don&rsquo;t ignore Verbal entirely.
XLRI recommends that applicants score around the 70th to 75th percentile in both Quant and Verbal, so focusing only on Quant could result in a lower overall score, even if your Quant score is high. A more effective strategy is to sharpen your Verbal in small doses, spend 30 minutes a day on Sentence Correction, RC, or CR to slowly improve without burning out. If you get too focused on Quant, you might miss key Verbal strategies that could lift your overall score.
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