Is scoring harsher on PP2 compared to PP1? I took PP1 two weeks ago and scored 322 (168Q, 154V). In PP1 Verbal, I got 15 questions correct (6 in section 1, 9 in section 2). On PP2, I scored 309 (162Q, 147V), with the same number of correct Verbal answers (15: 5 in section 1, 10 in section 2). The difference of 7 points seems huge for the same number of correct answers. Is this discrepancy common?

Additionally, I got 4 questions wrong (all in Section 2) in the Quant section of PP2 and scored 162, which seems harsh to me. Could someone explain these scoring differences?

PS: I have my exam in a week, and as a non-native English speaker, these verbal score fluctuations are demotivating.

If i give multiple GRE tests so best of score will be considered from Quant and verbal?

suppose in my GRE test 1, I got 135 in verbal and 155 in quant and in my test 2, I got 147 in verbal and 150 in quant. If I send all my test scores to the university, will they consider best of scores? quant from test 1 and the verbal from test 2?

I am currently solving Greg’s quant practice questions and the difficulty level is too much. I have my exam in 20 days or something, and since they’re difficult, I’m feeling too overwhelmed. Should I just stick to GregMat or should I go back to 5LB book?

The GRE (Graduate Record Examination) can be a challenging test, especially for those who struggle with quantitative skills. However, with a well-structured study plan and consistent effort, you can significantly improve your quant score. This post will guide you through a comprehensive study plan tailored specifically for GRE aspirants with weak quant skills.

• Concept Review: As you prepare for the GMAT/GRE, it is important to have a solid understanding of fundamental mathematical concepts and formulas. This section of the exam covers topics such as arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and data analysis. To ensure that you are fully prepared, consider utilizing GMAT/GRE prep books, enrolling in online courses, or watching instructional videos. By reinforcing your understanding of these key concepts, you can increase your likelihood of achieving a successful score on the GMAT/GRE. So take the time to review and study these concepts, allowing yourself ample time to practice and solidify your knowledge.
• Problem-Solving Strategies: It's crucial to develop effective problem-solving strategies that work for different types of quantitative questions. These may include multiple-choice questions, quantitative comparison questions, and data interpretation questions. To truly master problem-solving, it's important to work on solving problems efficiently and accurately. Luckily, there are a variety of techniques and approaches you can use to hone your skills. For example, you might try breaking down difficult problems into smaller, more manageable parts, or practicing with timed exercises to build your speed and accuracy. Ultimately, by taking the time to develop strong problem-solving skills, you'll be well-equipped to tackle even the most challenging GMAT/GRE questions with confidence. So don't hesitate to put in the effort and practice necessary to succeed on exam day!
• Timed Practice: Incorporate timed practice sessions to improve your pacing and time management skills. The key to succeeding in any exam is to become familiar with the test format, and that's where timed practice sessions come in. You should dedicate ample time to practice these timed sessions and focus on identifying shortcuts and efficient methods to solve quantitative problems. By doing this, you can maximize your efficiency and effectiveness on test day. With consistent effort and dedication, timed practice sessions can help you build a strong foundation of knowledge and give you the confidence to tackle any challenge that comes your way. Remember to stay focused, stay motivated, and keep pushing yourself to new heights.

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I did my first GRE today.

During the test, the computer from the test center crashed twice. I lost about 1 and a half minutes on this, which is extremely relevant time for the quant part. Fortunately, the guy who was monitoring the test reported this to ETS, so they will possibly (Idk tbh) let me take the exam again. Still, my grade wasn't that bad, and it's possible that with it I'll be accepted into some of the universities I'm going to try.

My scores were 164 in quant and 154 in verbal. During the official ETS practice tests, I was getting 166-170 in quant and 150-160 in verbal (the verbal score really varied a lot, depending on my "luck"). I'll see if I can take the test again before the minimum period and without paying because of this problem with the PC. If I can't, I might not even do it again, since maybe with my grade I could be accepted into a university that I want to be in. That's it, thoughts?

What score would ChatGPT or copilot get on the gre? I’ve been seeing ai models acing more and more exams like the bar exam, biology Olympiad exams, gmat, etc. Any views?

I took my second test today, and I got 158+168, my previous test result was 150+156. Both took at test center.

I heard someone say that a huge gap between two test scores will result in the score being cancelled. Is this true?

Landed a 303 (152 Q 151 V) and feel frustrated and want to go back and take the test again tomorrow because I felt like I left so much out there (listened to the Tim Tebow "Promise" speech as well, definitely cringy but it fires you up for those of you who've never heard it). I felt like I was trending notably upwards, as my last PPT marked me at a 162 V 161 Q and I knew my Quant strategy still had a little tuning up at that point.

Does anyone have any advice for someone who has just spent the past ~2 months working through the GregMAT videos + vocab and I did pretty much every practice test leading up to it with the thinking that a ~325 was within my grasp? Have I exhausted all resources on the practice test front (not that I plan on taking one for a while, I don't, but I do want to make sure the questions are fresh).

Any and all advice is greatly appreciated. Thanks all!

Hi everyone,

So I have 6 months to study for the GRE and I am using GregMat's 2 month plan and just stretching it out. My quant score the 1st practice test I did was horrendous so I decided to just start everything from scratch, back to bare basics. I just did the quant for day 1 week 1 and I'm struggling to figure out how I should be studying quant. Should I make sure I practice as much as possible the topic I currently work on and get most questions right before moving on to the next day? So for day 1 its integers/primes/factors/multiples, should I do as much practice for that as possible and make sure I feel comfortable with that via not missing many practice questions before moving on to day 2 quant (since I have 6 months, I have plenty of time)? @ u/gregmat

Also, how should I be using the quant flashcards based off my 6 month plan? In my case, for example, should I be studying days 1 and 2 right now and be reviewing that everyday just like the vocab mountain and as I progress, I add more days? Thank you all!

Know that quant has gotten a lot harder over time ; that being said, is the big book still helpful / how do you recommend using it ? If I can crank through the math there fast enough and accurately enough would I be prepared for math or to what degree / score could I theoretically be prepared for ?

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I’ve watched the prep swift vid, but I am still a little confused here — how do we know if an expression squared and then square rooted (and vice versa — square rooted and then squared )— equals the original expression or if we need to do the absolute value. Can someone synthesize what we need to check/ how this works ?

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Hey guys! I am giving my gre paper on friday and am lowkey nervous. Can someone tell me their recent experience? Like how was verbal? How was quant? Were they easier or super tough?

Just got out of my GRE exam. I scored 319. 157 Q and 162 V. I'm not a native English speaker. I'm honestly really frustrated with myself as I am studying a STEM undergraduate and have always done very well at both basic and advanced math courses. I studied with Gregmat and PrepSwift and generally got above the mean for all the Quant Prepswift program. TBH, I find that Gregmat's question wording is clearer than GRE's. On the PP1 and PP2 I scored 156Q and 160 V and 162Q and 159V. On the first PP1 I got really nervous and realized I had wasted a lot of time on Quant and didn't manage to answer it all, on PP2 I focused on TM and managed to finish with time to spare to check. On the real exam I had run out of time and ended up guessing 3 questions.

Honestly, I think my biggest issue is with TM and easily stressing out. I also find the wording of some questions really confusing, I think that was the biggest issue with the Quant section. On multiple questions I had to reread multiple times to understand what the question was asking.

Do you guys, especially non-native English speakers, have any advice?

Was super nervous that my quant was going to be even worse I kept scoring between 152-159 on my practice tests and luckily on the real thing I hit my highest quant and then scored well enough on verbal although I did get one 170 during practice so I was hoping for maybe higher but overall pretty happy. I used pretty much just GregMat and ETS’s official material in prep. The week leading up to the test I took 3 practice tests spaced 2 days apart. Dunno if it was super helpful or not honestly but pretty happy with my score. Thanks to everyone here for posting helpful advice and practice problems all the time!

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Please guide me how I'm mistaken, thank you!!

So I have spent enough time on working through my foundation and learning all the strategies for quant and verbal from Gregmat. I gave a Manhattan Mock before exhausting the official ones and wanted to understand where I stood. I received a score of 320 (161Q & 159V). My major concern was that I could not think of implementing any of the strategies during the mock as I was always more worried about the time. I am a nervous test taker. Maybe implementing the strategies hasn't become second nature yet.

I experienced the same issue during my earlier GRE attempt as well. How do I get over this. Would attempting more mocks (Manhattan & Gregmat & Official mocks) help me with this? TIA

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Correct answer is E, I dont get why since the para says "Hale and her colleagues leaned on 1621 lore for historical justification". Wont that make B a better choice? I do see the next line which says "Like many of her contemporaries, she assumed the Pilgrims ate turkey at their first feast because of the abundance of edible wild turkeys in New England" which is a 19th century belief (since this is happening in 1800s) but isn't this derived from 17th century lore? I understand lore or stories is different from gossip but it still seems like a better answer. Need help!

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While b does seem like the best possible answer in this case, say option said "challenge" instead of "challenges", I am inclined to think it would have been a better answer. What do you think?

I am aiming to get 170 on quant. But, I make a lot of silly mistakes in quant. Time management is also not a problem as I mostly finish on time.
e.g I gave the ETS PowerPrep Test 1. I got 166 in quant. The two questions I got wrong were due to silly mistakes. In one question I was given 4 quadratic equations and we had to find the equation which was always even. I read it as positive for some reason. For another question, we had to compare two values. I got the final values and Quantity A was greater than Quantity B, but I marked the answer as B.

I know I have to improve it on my own, reading questions carefully, etc. But, would anyone recommend some tips. Thanks in advance.

PS: It is more of a rant than an actual question.

3 weeks into the 2 months plan, whenever i try to solve tc questions, sometimes i understand the logic correctly and other times i just remain blank causing me to struggle with verbal, how do i plan to improve this or will it only happen with repetitive practice?

Hi everyone, I'm curious about your experiences with the GRE. What score did you achieve and how long did it take you to prepare? Also, how many attempts did it take you to reach your desired score?

I seem to have a better accuracy in easy and medium level questions compared to hard level questions. how far can I go in terms of score if I rely solely on doing well in easy to medium level questions? can i make it above 320?

Hello!

I am studying for the GRE and I am struggling a lot. I feel like it is impossible to succeed. For instance, I did a kind of mock test from the Manhattan prep book and I score V:5/20 and Q:7/20 (between 137 to 146 and 140 to 149), which is really low.

Should I continue ? I mean, i find it really tricky. The verbal part is far more complicated than the IELTS, what the goddamn fuck. Or a "comeback" is possible, especially since I am a rigorous student, but it is highly stressful. What should I do ?