GRE Subject Test: Math

The GRE Subject Test in Math assesses knowledge and skills in undergraduate-level mathematics, including calculus, algebra, and geometry.

Practical Applications

Finance and Economics

Math Makes Money Move

Financial analysts and economists use math to understand markets, make forecasts, and manage risk. Algebra and calculus are essential for optimizing profits and predicting trends.

Everyday Math in Money

  • Algebra: Used in budgeting and resource allocation.
  • Calculus: Helps in modeling economic growth and maximizing revenue.

Real-World Examples

Math helps banks decide loan rates and businesses make investment choices.

Practical Scenarios

  • Calculating compound interest on a savings account.
  • Using derivatives to find the best price for a product.

Examples

  • Optimizing a business's profit by analyzing cost and revenue functions.

  • Modeling population growth with exponential functions.