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GRE TIPS: OVERALL TEST TACTICS
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1 Learn the section directions now. Use the time saved during the test to work on questions. 2 Be especially careful in the first portion of every section. Successful answers to the earliest questions will lead to higher scores. 3 You can write on the scratch paper provided. You can also remember to bring some extra scratch paper. Use the process of elimination to cross out wrong answers; do scratch work. 4 Easy questions usually precede hard ones. 8 Practice, practice, practice! 13 Know the Question Typ...
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GRE TIPS: September 2007
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By the time you have finished your GRE preparation, you should be aware of the type of questions that will appear in the GRE Test. You should also be aware of how long each section is and the time limits. This will help you pace yourself through the test. Know the directions for each question :. Don't stick to one question for too long :. The GRE Test is about optimizing. Finishing the paper first is not what is important. You should devote just the right amount of time to each question. Maxi...The quest...
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GRE TIPS: VERBAL Section - READING COMPREHENSION
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VERBAL Section - READING COMPREHENSION. 1 You should base your answers to the questions solely on what is stated or implied in the passages. 2 Read the italicized introductory text. 3 Skip questions you don't know. Return to them after answering other easier questions. 4 First and last sentences of each paragraph are critical. 5 Find the right spot in a passage by using any line reference numbers that appear in the questions. 6 Answer questions on familiar topics before unfamiliar topics.
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University Rankings: Based on number of International Students.
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Based on number of International Students. 1 University of Southern California Los Angeles CA. 2 Columbia University New York NY. 3 Purdue University, Main Campus West Lafayette IN. 4 New York University New York NY. 5 University of Texas at Austin Austin TX. 6 University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign Champaign IL. 7 University of Michigan - Ann Arbor Ann Arbor MI. 8 Boston University Boston MA. 9 University of California - Los Angeles Los Angeles CA. 11 Texas A&M University College Station TX. 32 Rutg...
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GRE TIPS: MATH Section - STANDARD MULTIPLE CHOICE
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MATH Section - STANDARD MULTIPLE CHOICE. 1 Read the question well. Be sure to select the best answer for the variable, value, or expression that is requested! 2 Learn in advance all of the critical definitions, formulas, and concepts that appear in common questions. 3 Remember to use the test booklet for scratch work, as well as for marking up any diagrams/graphs. 4 Early questions in this section are easier. Spend less time on them. Enter your search terms. VERBAL Section - SENTENCE COMPLETION.
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GRE TIPS: MOST IMPORTANT TIP
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The questions in the test have a descending marking scheme. After around seven to 10 questions, the computer fixes a difficulty level depending on your answers in the previous questions. The higher the difficulty level, the stronger your chances of achieving a high score. The first question carries maximum marks, followed closely by the second, then the third, and so on. In short, the final couple of questions are of little or no significance to your final score in the section. Enter your search terms.
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GRE TIPS: VERBAL Section - SENTENCE COMPLETION
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VERBAL Section - SENTENCE COMPLETION. 1 Before looking at the answers, try to complete the sentence with words that make sense to you. 2 Don't rush your selection. Consider all the answers to make the best choice. 3 Use the context of nearby words to figure out unknown words. 4 Don't overlook the reversing effect of negative words (like not) or prefixes (like un-). 5 If you're really stuck for the meaning of a word, try to think of other words that have similar prefixes, roots, or suffixes.
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GRE TIPS: MATH Section - QUANTITATIVE COMPARISONS
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MATH Section - QUANTITATIVE COMPARISONS. 1 Don't ever guess at Choice E. There are only four choices! 2 Always consider values that are fractional (between 0 and 1), zero, negative, or non-integer. 3 Factor out, then cancel, any common expressions or quantities in both Columns A and B. Remember that you are just trying to make relative comparisons. 5 Write on any diagrams to help clarify any values, angles, sides, etc. 6 Compare; don't solve! 7 Simplify one or both sides whenever possible before comparing.
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GRE TIPS: ANALYTIC Section
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1 Read the entire question first. This enables you to get a better sense of the 'argument' and how best to approach the logic involved. 2 Read the entire argument as well. This enables you to better understand the logic involved and the likely conclusions. 3 Pay attention to key words, such as always or never (absolute terms) or sometimes or almost (relative terms). 5 You should also consider eliminating choices that are more extreme (ie. using absolute terms). Enter your search terms.
