There has been a proliferation of online degree programs and options over the last decade. […]
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The GMAT contains two essays, the Issue essay and the Argument essay. Between the two, most people find the Issue essay easier because it’s more familiar. Nearly everyone has at some point written an essay arguing their point of view on a particular topic. The […]
Even though Data Sufficiency questions test the same math content as Problem Solving, most GMAT students find that they can’t use the same strategies on both question types. One of the common errors students make in their approach to Data Sufficiency questions is jumping to […]
One reason GMAT math problems can be hard is that the test writers try to trick you. After writing a question and choosing one answer choice to be the correct answer, test writers have four answer choices left to fill. One of the questions they […]
The countdown has begun. Your date with the GMAT is looming on the horizon. Now, the butterflies have started fluttering in your stomach. Your thinking is getting a little cloudy. You’re becoming riddled with self-doubt …am I ready? …am I sure that I’m ready? …what […]
What follows is an analysis of test-taking trends in the GMAT based on reporting from students who took the GMAT. In general… Testing centers have been very strict. Test-takers were not allowed to bring anything into the exam room, including water or writing instruments. You’ll […]
How the CAT Works The CAT is an adaptive test, which means that the test software uses your performance on one question to determine which question you’ll be asked next. While all CAT questions are pulled from the same pool, each test taker will have […]
The following are general suggestions to help you perform your best on the Graduate Management Admission Test® (GMAT®): Try to answer all of the questions in each section. Maximize your score through effective time management. Read each question carefully and thoroughly. Understand the implications of […]
You can feel them coming on…at first it’s just a faint flutter of wings somewhere around your heart, but soon enough you can feel the fervent flapping down in the pit of your stomach, rattling your whole body. You’ve got butterflies in your stomach, otherwise […]
Here we will highlight two sentence completion fundamentals that are integral to mastering Sentence Completions on the GRE: Sentence Types The Easier Blank Sentence Types SC sentences follow predictable patterns, and if you recognize the type of sentence you’re up against, you’ll have an easier […]
In this section we provide some general strategies to get you thinking in the right direction regarding GRE math. Here’s a preview: Change Your Math Mindset Use Scratch Paper Avoid Careless Mistakes Change Your Math Mindset The GRE tests only basic math from junior high […]
Sample Questions Try your luck with the following questions. The answers are located at the bottom of the page. 1. According to Piaget, secondary circular reactions first occur during which of the following stages of cognitive development? (A) Formal operational (B) Preoperational (C) Sensorimotor (D) […]
Here is some information and strategies to assist you with this challenging exam. On the GRE verbal section, you’ll encounter four different question types. Sentence Completion Sentence Completion tests how well you can figure out the logic of a sentence. The section shows you sentences […]
GRE subject tests are designed to test your knowledge of a particular subject area to determine if you have a strong enough foundation for graduate-level work. In order to perform well on a subject test, you should have a considerable background in the particular subject […]
Instead of presenting a preset mixture of easy, medium, and hard questions the way traditional paper & pencil tests do, the GRE CAT selects questions for you based on your performance. It begins with a question of average difficulty. If you get that question right, […]
Your score on the GRE affects many things – some more directly than you may think. The Inside Scoop The GRE serves to support your college grades and helps admissions officers compare your record with those of students from other schools. If your grades are […]
Question 1 For which value of x is the following inequality NOT true? A -1 B -1/4 C 1/4 D 1/2 E 4 Question 2 If 3v + 2(1 – v) = 7, what is v? A 1 B 7/5 C 3 D 4 E […]
Question 1 The sum of three consecutive integers is four times the first integer. What is the last of the three integers? A 5 B 4 C 3 D 2 E 1 Question 2 What is the value of 1/2 + 1/4 + 1/8? A […]
The reading comprehension is one of the most dreaded parts of the SAT. Here are some tips on how you can prepare for it. ETS’s Assumptions About You You waste time reading things you don’t need to read. You read carelessly. You don’t understand what […]