The Educational Testing Service (ETS) shortened the Graduate Record Exam (GRE®). Instead of a 4-hour long exam, test-takers now receive a condensed exam that takes less than two hours to complete, about half the time of the old test. Read about what changed on the GRE, and how it affects your GRE prep. We’ll also […]
The Table Analysis questions (one of five problem types in the Data Insights section), will present one large table with a drop-down menu that allows you to sort information from the table by column. Each question will have three either-or statements (yes/no, true/false, inferable/not inferable, etc), and you will be required to pick one choice […]
Analyzing graphs, including pie charts, column graphs, scatterplots, and more, is a key skill to possess on the GMAT. Being able to interpret problems that use graphs in different forms will be crucial for your Data Insights score and overall GMAT score. You will be given a statement with two blanks. Fill in each blank […]
Data Insights questions are designed to resemble problems you will encounter in business school and in your career. The Data Insights section is the only section of the GMAT that gives you access to an on-screen calculator—but don’t be tempted to over-rely on the calculator; DI questions are designed to test complex reasoning far more […]
The GMAT Verbal Section is designed to test your skills in analyzing arguments and your ability to read critically. The section consists of 2 question types: Critical Reasoning and Reading Comprehension. Time: 45 minutes Format: 23 questions Tests: Critical/analytical thinking, Comprehension, Inference You have 45 minutes to answer 23 Verbal questions in two formats: Reading […]
The GMAT Quantitative Section is designed to test your quantitative reasoning—your ability to think logically about quant concepts. It covers basic math concepts, including arithmetic, algebra, statistics, and more but it’s not truly a math test (though it can certainly feel like it). The section contains only one problem type: Problem Solving. You will need […]
The GMAT is really a test of your executive reasoning skills: Your ability to evaluate a “business opportunity,” recognize which ones are good opportunities (and which aren’t), prioritize accordingly—and stick to your decisions. In other words, the GMAT is testing you on your ability to make effective business decisions. And time management is naturally a key skill […]
The GMAT computer adaptive test (CAT) is more than just a computerized version of a paper-and-pencil test. On the GMAT, the CAT actually adapts to your performance as you’re taking the test. Understanding how the CAT works and knowing a few strategies specific to this particular format can have a direct, positive impact on your […]
Start the year off strong by diving into your GMAT math prep with vigor (or renewed vigor, as the case may be.) The Quantitative section is often the most feared, but its content is predictable and conquerable. Brush up on the specific math skills that the exam tests and pair this knowledge with solid critical […]
The fourth and final section of the TOEFL iBT is the Writing Section, which tests your ability to write academic English. There are two writing tasks. It should take about 29 minutes to complete the Writing Section. When the Writing Section begins, you should still be wearing your headphones. You should keep the headphones on […]