Water in a clear container is allowed during testing however, eating, smoking, and chewing gum are prohibited. If you are planning to use the online whiteboard, we recommend you practice using our online whiteboard practice tool as well as the online whiteboard feature available in our GMAT™ Official Practice Exams to familiarize yourself with how the online whiteboard works and get comfortable using it for scratch work.Įating, Drinking and Breaks During the Exam Before the optional break begins (if you choose to take the break).

If you are planning to use a physical whiteboard, we recommend you review all the requirements and guidelines for using a physical whiteboardin advance of your exam. During your exam, you will be asked to completely erase your whiteboard and show the front and back of your blank whiteboard to the camera at three points: To assist you with the ability to do scratch work and/or take notes, you have the option and flexibility to use wither the built-in online whiteboard, which you can access throughout the exam and/or a physical erasable whiteboard, a dry erase marker, and an eraser. All items and devices must be placed out of sight/reach while you take the exam and may not be accessed during the break. Also, you may not use unapproved physical writing materials such as paper, pen, pencils, chalkboards, or other prohibited writing tablets. If your workspace does not pass a room scan, you will not be permitted to proceed with taking the exam.ĭuring the exam, you may not access the following personal items: mobile phones, headphones or headsets (wired or Bluetooth), handheld computers or other electronic devices, pagers, watches, wallets, purses, hats (or other head coverings), bags, coats, books, notes, or any other materials not specifically approved.

Please ensure you arrive at least 15 minutes before your scheduled appointment time to allow enough time for the check-in process.

Items on the wall with writing on them, such as whiteboards, will be inspected.

Additional monitors and computers must be unplugged and turned off.If you plan to use a physical whiteboard, have it, your dry erase marker(s), and eraser ready. Please ensure that your desktop is clean and that you are not within arm’s reach of books, notepads, sticky notes, papers, pens, or pencils.The proctor may ask you to remove items in the room and re-check the room. During the check-in process, you will be asked to perform a 360 degree room/work area scan using your webcam, which will be monitored by the proctor.Take the time to run a system test prior to the exam day to ensure you are able to take the exam on your computer. Keep track of your list of things to do before the test to help ensure a smooth experience by downloading our GMAT™ online exam pretest checklist. Prepare Your Test-Taking Environment Steps to Take Before You Begin Your GMAT™ Online Examīefore you begin your GMAT™ online exam, make sure you have prepared your test-taking environment to comply with the policies and procedures.

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