Useful Information on GRE - Quantitative Reasoning

GRE or Graduate Record Examination is a world renowned admission test required to be given by the candidates desirous of taking admission to graduate programs primarily in the areas of engineering and sciences at education institutions in USA. The GRE is designed to help graduate schools assess the qualifications of applicants for advanced study in technical fields. GRE scores are used by more than 3,000 graduate programs throughout the world

The Quantitative Reasoning measure of the GRE assesses your

• Basic Mathematical Skills
• Understanding of elementary mathematical concepts
• Ability to reason quantitatively and to model and solve problems with quantitative methods

 

Some of the Quantitative Reasoning questions are posed in real- life settings, while others are posed in purely mathematical settings. Many of these questions are word problems. The skills, concepts and abilities are assessed in four areas

Arithmetic topics include properties  and types of integers such as divisibility, factorization, prime numbers, remainders and odd even integers; arithmetic operations, exponents and roots; and concepts such as estimation, percent, ratio, rate, absolute value, the number line, decimal representation and sequences of numbers.

Algebra topics include operations with exponents; factoring and simplifying algebraic expressions; relations, functions, equations and inequalities; solving linear and quadratic equations and inequalities; solving simultaneous equations and inequalities; setting up equations to solve word problems and coordinate geometry, including graph of functions, equations and inequalities, intercepts and slopes of lines.

Geometry topics include parallel and perpendicular lines, circles, and triangles- including isosceles, equilateral and 30-60 and 90 degree triangles- quadrilaterals, other polygons, congruent and similar figures, three dimensional figures, area, perimeter, volume, the Pythagorean Theorem and angle measurement in degrees. The ability to construct proofs is not tested.

Data Analysis topics include basic descriptive statistics, such as mean, median, mode, range, standard deviation, interquarile range, quartiles and percentiles; interpretation of data in tables and graphs such as line graphs, bar graphs, circle graphs, boxplots, scatterplots and frequency distributions; elementary probability such as probabilities of compound events and independent events; random variables and probability distributions including normal distributions and counting methods such as combinations, permutations and Venn diagrams

Quantitative Reasoning Question Types

Quantitative Reasoning measure has four types of questions:

• Quantitative Comparison questions
• Multiple-choice questions- Select one answer choice
• Multiple choice questions- Select one or more answer choices
• Numeric Entry questions

Each question appears either independently as a discrete question or as part of a set of questions called a data interpretation set. All of the questions are based on the same data presented in tables, graphs or other displays of data

Tips for answering

• Become familiar with the answer choices. Quantitative Comparison questions always have the same answer choices, so be careful

• Avoid unnecessary computations, Transform or estimate one or both of the given quantities only as much as is necessary to compare them

• Remember that geometric figures are not necessarily drawn to scale. If any aspect of a given figure is not fully determined, try to redraw the figure

• Plug in numbers, If one or both of the quantities are algebraic expressions, easy numbers can be substituted for the variables and compare the resulting quantities in your analysis. Consider all kinds of appropriate numbers before you give an answer for e.g. zero, positive, negative numbers, small and large numbers, fractions and decimals

• Simplify the comparison, If both quantities are algebraic or arithmetic expressions and you cannot easily see a relationship between them, simplify the comparison

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Studying abroad is not an easy decision to make. If you really don’t think it’s for you then don’t go, but don’t believe that. It’s only natural to be a bit fearful of change and facing new and challenging experiences.

Anyone who has even a remote desire to go abroad should decide to do it. If for some reason you can’t last the semester or year and you have to come home, what’s the worst that can happen? You lose one semester of school and graduate when you’re 23 instead of 22. In the scheme of life, that’s not that big a difference, and the chances of that happening are minimal.

One of the biggest fears of going abroad is losing good friends and be really far out of the loop when you return home. First and foremost, your being abroad shouldn’t change anything. You can still talk via Skype and phones and, if your friends are true friends, they will be excited for you to go and do something with your life, as well as be understanding when you come home.

There is still the possibility that you will feel out of the loop when you go back home, but you’ll catch up on the latest music trends, TV shows and fashion crazes pretty quickly. Besides, the stuff you pick up while abroad is probably more valuable anyway.

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Why Study Abroad: A Personal Decision

As cliché as it sounds, by studying abroad you will be more marketable to grad schools and employers because of the intangible life skills you will have picked up along the way. Think of it as gaining a sort of cultural capital. The fact that you’ve studied abroad will answer many people’s questions about the type of person you are even before they have to ask.

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Useful Information about GMAT Exam

The GMAT is a computer based exam that measures your basic verbal, mathematical and analytical writing skills. The Verbal section measures your ability to understand and evaluate what you read, as well as your ability to recognize basic conventions of standard written English. The Quantitative section tests basic math skills, elementary concepts and quantitative reasoning ability. The Analytical writing assessment section measures your ability to think critically and communicate complex ideas in writing. GMAT scores are used by more than 3,000 graduate management programs throughout the world and is valid for a period of 5 years

Integrated Reasoning Section

The Integrated Reasoning section measures your ability to understand and evaluate multiple sources and types of information -----graphic, numeric, and verbal, use both quantitative and verbal reasoning to solve complex and multiple problems in relation to one another

Integrated Reasoning has four types of questions:

• Multi Source Reasoning
• Table Analysis
• Graphics Interpretation
• Two-Part Analysis

Integrated Reasoning questions may be quantitative, verbal or a combination of both. You will have access to an online calculator with basic functions for the integrated reasoning section, but note that the calculator is NOT available on the quantitative section

Quantitative Section

The Quantitative section measures your ability to reason quantitatively, solve problems and interpret graphic data. Basic knowledge of arithmetic, elementary algebra and commonly known concepts of geometry is required

Two types of multiple choice questions are used in the quantitative section:

• Problem Solving
• Data Sufficiency

Verbal Section

The Verbal section measures your ability to read and comprehend written material, to reason and evaluate arguments. This section includes reading sections from several different content areas

The Verbal section has three types of multiple choice questions:

• Reading Comprehension questions are based on the content of a passage

• Critical Reasoning questions are based on a short argument or a plan of action. Select the answer from the choices given

• Sentence Correction presents a sentence, part or all of which is underlined, below the sentence are five ways of phrasing the underlined part. The first option will always be the same as the underlined part; the other four are different. Select the answer that produces the most effective sentence

Analytical Writing Assessment

The Analytical Writing Assessment consists of a 30 minute writing task of an argument. This section measures your ability to think critically and communicate your ideas constructively

General Test Taking Strategies

• Use your time wisely
• Read all test directions carefully
• Do not spend too much time on any question
• Once you confirm a section exit, you CANNOT go back
• Make educated guesses instead of random guesses, it increases your probability of selecting the right answer

Sentence Correction

• Remember that any error in the sentence must be in the underlined part
• Do not choose an answer that changes the meaning of the original sentence
• Determine if parts of the sentence are linked logically
• Be aware of the common grammar and usage errors tested on the GMAT

Critical Reasoning

• Identify critical reasoning type of questions
• Be sure to look out for facts/evidences
• Do NOT form an opinion about the statement or its claim

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IELTS- Information & Advice

The International English Language Testing System is a standardized English proficiency test. It assesses English Language skills in the areas of Listening, Reading, Writing and Speaking. It is jointly owned by the British Council, IDP- Australia and University of Cambridge ESOL EXAMINATIONS. It is graded on a scale of 0 – 9, and is valid for a period of 2 years

IELTS has two types of modules - Academic and General Training. Academic Module is required to be given by students who plan to study at an undergraduate or a postgraduate level. While, General Training Module is generally a prerequisite for the people who either want to pursue vocational studies or plan to immigrate

Brief on each section

Listening has 4 sections and 40 questions in all. It lasts for 40 minutes, which  includes time to transfer the answers to the main answer sheet

           

Reading has 3 passages and 40 questions in total. Candidates are given an hour to complete reading comprehension. Time management here is very important. The candidate should give 20 minutes per passage

           

Writing  (Academic Module) has 2 writing tasks. The total time alloted for this section is 1 hour.

Task 1 is primarily report writing (explaining diagrams and charts, making comparisons where needed). Task 1 must not be less than 150 words, the time alloted for this task is 20 minutes

Task 2 is an essay and candidates are required to draft an essay on the topic given. This essay must not be less than 250 words. Students are advised to spend 40 minutes on the same

General Training Module also has 2 writing tasks. Task1 presents a Letter Prompt (formal or informal). Candidates must write at least 150 words for the same. Task 2 is the same as that of academic module

Speaking has 3 parts and lasts for about 11-14 minutes. It is on a one-to-one basis with the candidate

           

Part 1: The Examiner will ask the student general questions, that relates to his/her work, studies, hobbies etc. This part lasts for 4 to 5 minutes

Part 2: In this part, the candidate is given a topic to speak on, this topic is printed on a task card

The candidates are given one minute to think and can even note down points. They have to speak on the given topic for about 1 minute. This part lasts for 3 to 4 minutes

Part 3 is a two way discussion with the examiner (these questions are related to the part 2 topic).The discussion lasts for 4 to 5 minutes

Tips for the IELTS

• Look for Keywords in the passages for reading comprehension

• Be attentive when you listen to the audio, DO NOT miss out on questions

• Be loud and clear when you speak, understand the question, be sure to fully answer the questions directed to you

• Remember that your personal opinion in Task 1 is NOT needed. Be sure to just write about what you see in the report and make comparisons where needed

• Plan your essay in Task 2, be sure not to drift away from the topic at hand. Be clear with your points and the way that you organise your ideas

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