Informative Guide to GRE Quantitative Reasoning
The GRE (Graduate Record Examination) is a globally recognized admission test required for candidates seeking entry into graduate programs, particularly in engineering and sciences, at educational institutions in the USA. Designed to evaluate applicants’ qualifications for advanced studies in technical fields, GRE scores are utilized by over 3,000 graduate programs worldwide.
Quantitative Reasoning, a component of the GRE, evaluates
- Basic Mathematical Skills
- Comprehension of fundamental mathematical concepts
- Ability to think quantitatively and solve problems using quantitative methods
Questions in Quantitative Reasoning vary between real-life scenarios and purely mathematical contexts, with many being presented as word problems. This section assesses skills in four key areas:
- Arithmetic covers integers, arithmetic operations, exponents, estimation, percentages, ratios, and more.
- Algebra includes operations with exponents, factoring, equations, inequalities, and coordinate geometry.
- Geometry encompasses various shapes, measurements, the Pythagorean Theorem, and spatial reasoning.
- Data Analysis involves descriptive statistics, interpretation of data, probability, and counting methods.
Types of Quantitative Reasoning questions include
- Quantitative Comparison questions
- Multiple-choice questions (single or multiple answers)
- Numeric Entry questions
Questions may appear individually or as part of a data interpretation set, all based on presented data.
Tips for answering Quantitative Reasoning questions
- Familiarize yourself with answer choices, particularly in Quantitative Comparison questions.
- Minimize computations; only transform or estimate quantities as needed for comparison.
- Recognize that geometric figures may not be drawn to scale.
- Utilize number substitution for algebraic expressions.
- Simplify comparisons between quantities when possible.
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