GRE and GMAT exams

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GMAT Exam

Graduate Management Admission Test

The content on the GMAT is broken down into four scored test sections:

4.Verbal

65 min 36 prompt 51 points max

Three types of questions

a. Reading Comprehension measures

b. Critical Reasoning assesses

c. Sentence Correction measures

3. Quantitative

There are two types of questions

Data Sufficiency

To recognize which data is relevant, and determine what point there are data to solve the problem.

Problem Solving

To use logic and analytical reasoning to solve quantitative problems and to indicate the best of five answer choices

62 min 31 prompt 51 points max

To measure the ability to reason mathematically, solve quantitative problems, and interpret graphic data.

2. Integrated Reasoning

The Integrated Reasoning section tests the ability to:

1. Synthesize information presented in graphics, text, and numbers

2. Evaluate relevant information from different sources.

3. Organize information to see relationships and solve problems.

4. Combine and manipulate information to solve complex problems.

30 min 12 prompt 8 points max

Types of questions

a. Multi-Source Reasoning-Measures

b. Table Analysis-Measures

c. Graphics Interpretation-Measures

d. Two-Part Analysis-Measures

1. Analytical Writing Assessment or Essay

30 min 1 prompt 6 points max

Critiquing the author's argument, analyzing the author's evidence and reasoning.

1. To clearly identify and analyze parts of the argument.

2. To develop and organize their ideas thoughtfully and logically.

3. To connect their statements with clear transitions.

To assesses the command of basic arithmetic, algebra, geometry, multi-source data analysis, and grammar.

It measures the ability to analyze and evaluate written material, think critically, and solve problems.

GRE

Recommendations

If you are currently pursuing an undergraduate program, we suggest that you take the GRE at a time when your academic schedule is not busy.

GRE scores last only five years. Therefore, take the test only when you are convinced that you want to pursue a graduate program.

Please note that most programs have an application deadline of December and January. Therefore, take the test in the summer of the year you wish to apply or, at the latest, in September or October of that year.

The GRE is a test where you can show your best self to graduate schools. So, make the most of it and get admission into your dream program.

The first section of the GRE is the Analytical Writing section.

Present Complex Ideas Clearly

Support Ideas with Reasons and Examples

Examine Claims and Evidence.

Bring About a Relevant and Coherent Discussion

Control the Standard Written English Elements.

The Verbal reasoning section

Draw conclusions from discourse

Analyze incomplete data

Select important points to summarize and comprehend the structure of the test.

The third section is the quantitative reasoning

Algebra Geometry Arithmetic Data Analysis

It is a standardized test that is administered both on a computer and on paper. GRE scores are required for admission to graduate and graduate business programs

The GRE can be taken at any of test centers in 160 countries. Students who wish to take the computer-based GRE may do so throughout the year. In countries like mainland China, Taiwan, Hong Kong, and Korea, the computer-based GRE is available three times a month.

In countries where the paper version is available, students can take the test twice a year, that is, in November and February.