GRE Quantitative Reasoning

The GRE Quantitative Reasoning section assesses your ability to understand, interpret, and analyze quantitative information, as well as to solve problems using mathematical concepts.

Study Strategies

Time Management Techniques

Mastering the Clock

The GRE is timed, so managing your minutes is crucial.

Strategies

  • Spend no more than 2 minutes per question on your first pass.
  • Flag tough questions and return to them if time allows.
  • Use process of elimination to make quicker choices when unsure.

Benefits

Good time management reduces stress and increases your chances of answering more questions correctly.

Examples

  • Skip a difficult geometry question and come back after finishing the easier ones.

  • Answering all chart questions first because you find them faster.