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Introduction to Diction

Mike McGarry
Lesson by Mike McGarry
Magoosh Expert
Summary
The content focuses on the importance of diction, particularly the correct use of words, as it pertains to the GMAT exam, with a detailed explanation on the difference between 'economic' and 'economical'.
  • Diction involves the proper definitions and use of words, crucial for the GMAT exam.
  • 'Economic' relates to money, the economy, or economics, important for business school studies.
  • 'Economical' means cheap or providing good value, more relevant to personal finance than business studies.
  • Understanding the distinction between 'economic' and 'economical' can help avoid common traps on the GMAT.
  • An example sentence correction problem illustrates how confusing 'economic' and 'economical' can lead to incorrect answers.
Chapters
00:01
Introduction to Diction
01:00
Understanding 'Economic' vs. 'Economical'
02:44
Practical Application in GMAT