GMAT Quantitative Reasoning

GMAT Quantitative Reasoning focuses on mathematical concepts and problem-solving skills essential for success on the GMAT exam.

Advanced Topics

Statistics and Probability

Understanding Uncertainty and Trends

Statistics and probability help you make sense of uncertainty and data trends, both on the GMAT and in business.

Core Concepts

  • Measures of central tendency (mean, median, mode)
  • Probability rules (independent and dependent events)
  • Counting principles (permutations and combinations)
  • Interpreting standard deviation

Problem-Solving Tips

  • Use probability formulas to calculate chances of events
  • Apply counting methods for arrangements and selections
  • Analyze data sets for variability and outliers

These skills are essential for making predictions and informed decisions.

Examples

  • The probability of flipping two heads with fair coins is \( 1/4 \).

  • Choosing 2 people out of 5 can be done in 10 ways.

In a Nutshell

Statistics and probability help you analyze data and assess risk.