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The GRE (Graduate Record Examination) is a standardized test used for admission to graduate schools in the United States and other countries. The GRE General Test measures verbal reasoning, quantitative reasoning, critical thinking, and analytical writing skills. Here's an overview of its structure:
Test Sections:
1. Analytical Writing (1 hour)
Tasks: 2
Issue Task: 30 minutes
You will write an essay on a given topic, presenting your perspective and supporting it with reasoning and examples.
Argument Task: 30 minutes
You will critique an argument provided in the prompt, analyzing its logical soundness and discussing how well-reasoned it is.
2. Verbal Reasoning (1 hour)
Sections: 2
Questions per section: 20
Time per section: 30 minutes
Types of questions:
Reading Comprehension
Text Completion
Sentence Equivalence
3. Quantitative Reasoning (1 hour 10 minutes)
Sections: 2
Questions per section: 20
Time per section: 35 minutes
Types of questions:
Quantitative Comparison
Multiple-choice Questions (one or more correct answers)
Numeric Entry
Data Interpretation
4. Unscored and Research Sections
Unscored Section: This can be either verbal or quantitative and is used for ETS research purposes. It does not count towards your final score.
Research Section: This section, if present, will be explicitly identified and will appear at the end of the test. It is also used for research purposes and does not count towards your final score.
Key Details
Total Duration: Approximately 3 hours 45 minutes
Breaks: There is a 10-minute break after the third section and one-minute breaks between other sections.
Computer-based Test: Most test-takers will take the computer-based version, which allows for more flexible scheduling and locations.
Scoring
Verbal and Quantitative Sections: Each scored on a scale of 130-170 in one-point increments.
Analytical Writing: Scored on a scale of 0-6 in half-point increments.
Understanding the structure of the GRE and the types of questions asked in each section can help you better prepare for the exam. Make sure to practice each section under timed conditions to get a feel for the pace you'll need to maintain during the actual test.