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Overview

The Graduate Record Examinations (GRE) is a standardized test conducted by the Educational Testing Service (ETS) and is widely used as an admission requirement for graduate and business schools around the world.


Its primary objective revolves around evaluating prospective applicants' aptitude and readiness for diverse graduate-level programs. Substantiating participating individuals' expertise, the test encompasses verbal reasoning, quantitative reasoning, critical thinking, and analytical writing competence.


The GRE is a computer-based exam that consists of multiple-choice questions, as well as essay tasks. It provides universities and institutions with a standardized measure of an applicant's abilities and helps them evaluate the suitability of candidates for their graduate programs.


Sections

The GRE consists of three main sections: Analytical Writing, Verbal Reasoning, and Quantitative Reasoning. Additionally, there may be an unscored or research section that does not count towards the final score but helps ETS (Educational Testing Service) gather data for future test development. The GRE is administered in a computer-based format, allowing for flexibility and efficient delivery of the exam. Each section of the GRE assesses different skills and is designed to challenge test-takers at the graduate level.


Analytical Writing:

The Analytical Writing section evaluates a test-taker's ability to articulate complex ideas, critically analyze arguments, and effectively communicate through writing. It consists of two tasks: Analyze an Issue and Analyze an Argument. Test-takers are required to construct well-organized, coherent, and persuasive essays within a specified time limit.


Verbal Reasoning:

The Verbal Reasoning section assesses a test-taker's ability to understand and analyze written material, evaluate arguments, and recognize relationships between words and concepts. It includes three types of questions: Reading Comprehension, Text Completion, and Sentence Equivalence. Test-takers must demonstrate strong reading comprehension skills and a rich vocabulary to excel in this section.


Quantitative Reasoning:

The Quantitative Reasoning section measures a test-taker's problem-solving abilities and mathematical skills. It covers concepts from arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and data analysis. The questions include multiple-choice and numeric entry formats, challenging test-takers to apply quantitative reasoning to solve problems accurately and efficiently.