GRE and GMAT exams

GRE Exam

GRE Exam

Standardized test for postgraduate studies.

Format: paper or computer.

Structure: Verbal, Quantitative and Analytical Writing.

GRE Sections

A. Verbal Reasoning

A. Verbal Reasoning

Verbal Comprehension and Reasoning.

Types of questions:

Reading comprehension

Text completion

Sentence equivalence

B. Quantitative Reasoning

B. Quantitative Reasoning

Mathematical skills and problem solving.

Content:

Content:

Arithmetic

Algebra

Geometry

Data analysis

C. Analytical Writing

C. Analytical Writing

Analytical writing and critical thinking.

Two tasks:

Analyze a topic

Analyze an argument

GRE Scoring

GRE Scoring

Each section of the GRE is scored separately.

The verbal and quantitative scores are on a scale of 130 to 170 points.

The writing section is on a scale of 0 to 6 points.

GMAT Exam

GMAT Exam

Stands for Graduate Management Admission Test.

It is primarily a test of critical thinking skills.

Assesses candidates' command of basic arithmetic, algebra, geometry, multi-source data analysis, and grammar.

Consists of four scored test sections

Consists of four scored test sections

1.- Analytical Writing Assessment (essay section)

2.- Integrated Reasoning

3.- Quantitative

4.- Verbal

Sections

Analytical Writing Assessment

Analytical Writing Assessment

Test takers critique an argument and analyze the soundness of the author's evidence.

Focuses on the identification and analysis of the parts of the argument and the use of clear transitions.

Integrated Reasoning

Integrated Reasoning

Measures how well students integrate data to solve complex problems.

There are four types of questions:

Multi-Source Reasoning

Table Analysis

Graphics Interpretation

Two-Part Analysis

Quantitative Reasoning

Quantitative Reasoning

Measures mathematical reasoning, problem-solving, and interpretation of graphic data.

There are two types of questions:

Problem Solving

Data Sufficiency

The questions involve arithmetic, elementary algebra, and commonly known concepts of geometry.

Verbal Reasoning

Verbal Reasoning

Measures the ability to:

Read and understand written material.

Reason and evaluate arguments.

Express ideas effectively in written English.

There are three types of questions:

Reading Comprehension

Critical Reasoning

Sentence Correction

References

Kaplan Test Prep. (2023). What is GMAT. https://www.kaptest.com/gmat/what-is-the-gmat

‌Kaplan Test prep. (2023). What is GRE. https://www.kaptest.com/gre/what-is-the-gre