Data Insights: How to Read Graphs Without Misinterpreting the Data | GMAT Ninja

Why do GMAT Data Insights questions feel confusing—even when the graphs look simple? In this episode of the AMA with GMAT Ninja, we explain why so many test takers misinterpret charts, mix up units, compare the wrong quantities, and overcalculate on math-based DI questions. More importantly, he shows how to read visuals the right way so you can eliminate mistakes before they happen.

In this session, GMATNinja addresses the most common DI concerns, including:• “I start by analyzing the whole graph and waste time.”• “I misread the axes, scale, or units.”• “I compare percentages to totals (or averages) without noticing.”• “I assume trends or relationships the graph never states.”• “I combine data from the wrong charts.”• “I convert units incorrectly or overcomplicate the math.”• “I calculate everything instead of estimating.”• “I can’t tell when exact math is needed vs. when estimation is enough.”• “I fall for visuals that ‘look’ right but aren’t.”

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Series Schedule:
Dec 5 — Critical Reasoning https://youtube.com/live/FMdrkL9cg8U
Dec 12 — Data Insights (Graphs & Math-Based)
Dec 19 — Data Insights (Non-Math Reasoning)
Dec 22 — Quant Problem Solving
Jan 9 — Quant Problem Solving (Advanced)
Jan 16 — Data Sufficiency
Jan 23 — Reading Comprehension

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Video Chapters:
00:00 Intro
02:57 GMAT Club Christmas Competition
03:35 How to Manage Time on Data Insights
07:54 Why the Graphs Look So Weird?
09:44 Practice Question
19:45 I Misinterpret Graphs & Tables
21:41 Practice Question
30:33 Practice Question
36:30 Practice Question
46:10 How do I get faster at calculations on DI
48:45 Practice Question
58:12 How do I get faster at Multi-source reasoning

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