GRE (Graduate Record Examinations) study guides

Text Completion items present passages with one to three blanks and require selecting the best word or phrase for each blank using context clues and vocabulary precision.

Sentence Equivalence items present a single-blank sentence and require selecting two words — from six options — that both complete the sentence logically and produce sentences similar in meaning.

GRE Reading Comprehension tests argument structure analysis, function-of-a-sentence questions, inference, and the ability to identify what would strengthen or weaken an argument.

GRE Arithmetic covers integers, fractions, decimals, ratios, proportions, percent change, and number properties including primes and divisibility rules.

GRE Algebra covers linear equations, systems of equations, inequalities, absolute value, and quadratic functions with an emphasis on reasoning over calculation.

GRE Geometry covers lines, angles, polygons, triangles, circles, coordinate geometry, and three-dimensional figures — tested with both computation and spatial reasoning.

GRE Data Analysis covers descriptive statistics (mean, median, mode, range, standard deviation), probability, distributions, and interpretation of graphs, tables, and charts.

Quantitative Comparison (QC) items present two quantities and ask whether Quantity A is greater, Quantity B is greater, they are equal, or the relationship cannot be determined — requiring strategy over computation.

The Issue Essay asks you to take and defend a position on a statement about a broad topic of general interest, using evidence and reasoning to make your case in 30 minutes.

The Argument Essay asks you to identify and explain the logical flaws, unwarranted assumptions, and missing evidence in a provided argument — not to give your own opinion on the topic.