GRE Exam Pattern

The GRE (Graduate Record Examinations) is a standardized test used for grad school admissions, assessing critical thinking, writing, verbal & quantitative reasoning skills. The exam consists of three sections: Analytical Writing, with one "Analyze an Issue" task in 30 minutes; Verbal Reasoning, with two sections (12 questions in 18 minutes and 15 questions in 23 minutes); and Quantitative Reasoning, with two sections (12 questions in 21 minutes and 15 questions in 26 minutes).

Exam pattern

The three areas of the GRE are verbal reasoning, analytical writing, and quantitative reasoning. While the Quantitative Reasoning, Verbal Reasoning, and unscored sections can appear in any order, the Analytical Writing section will always come first. The format of paper-based and online tests varies in addition to the time constraints. The official website for the GRE Exam is where applicants who wish to take the test on paper can do so.

The following GRE parts make up the GRE paper pattern.

Analytical Writing
Verbal Reasoning
Quantitative Reasoning

Exam Pattern for the GRE Paper-based Exam vs. Computer-based Exam

Exam Structure and Timing

CAT Exam Particulars	Questions	Time (in mins)
Analytical Writing	One "Analyze an Issue" task	30 minutes
Verbal Reasoning	Section 1: 12 questions Section 2: 15 questions	Section 1: 18 minutes Section 2: 23 minutes
Quantitative Reasoning	Section 1: 12 questions Section 2: 15 questions	Section 1: 21 minutes Section 2: 26 minutes

Changes in the New GRE Pattern:

Duration: The test duration has been reduced from 3 hours and 45 minutes to 1 hour and 58 minutes.
Eliminated Sections: The Argument Essay and the experimental section have been removed.
Question Count: There are fewer questions in both the Verbal Reasoning and Quantitative Reasoning sections.
- Verbal Reasoning: There is less emphasis on synonyms and antonyms, with a greater focus on understanding complex texts and using vocabulary in context.
- Quantitative Reasoning: The emphasis has shifted to data interpretation and real-world problem-solving.
Adaptive Design: The advanced adaptive design of the GRE General Test allows candidates to navigate forward and backward throughout an entire section.

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