GRE Test Quantitative Ability Review
The GRE quantitative test section offers 3 individual types of questions. Below is a hypothetical breakdown that can be considered as an average quantitative testing review.
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14 |
Comparison Type Questions |
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10 |
Word Problem Type Questions |
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4 |
Data Analysis Questions |
The comparison type questions require you to identify the relationship between two columns of data on the GRE test. The data can be a graph, geometric shape, or algebraic equation. You will be required to solve both columns and compare the data. Sometimes the information will be a format such that no comparison is possible on the GRE test. In this case the correct answer would be D. There is no penalty for guessing so take a guess even if you have no idea about the problem.
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A. |
The quantity in Column A is greater. |
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B. |
The quantity in Column B is greater. |
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C. |
The two quantities are equal. |
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D. |
The relationship cannot be determined from the information given. |
The word problems are Algebra I, II level mathematics. You will be asked to solve fractions related to algebraic equations and data. This type of questions requires that you remember algebraic rules and mathematical formulas in some cases. The GRE test focuses heavily on exponents so remember your exponent rules and also review your square root rules.
The data analysis questions present a graph or extensive word problem. You are required to extract the critical information from the unimportant data on this part of the GRE quantitative section. Moreover, these problems may require that you use a formula to plug-in the critical information for your answer.