GRE QUANTITATIVE – PROBLEM SOLVING

Problem Solving Overview Problem Solving can involve Algebra Arithmetic Number properties (associative, dissociative, cumulative) Geometry

Problem Solving - Strategy Analyze the Question Identify the Task Approach Strategically Confirm your Answer

Problem Solving - Tips Choose an Efficient Strategy GRE only tests the answer, not the process to the answer Best way to each solution is often the quickest way Quickest way is often not straightforward math Practice, practice, practice to become familiar with strategies Rely on Kaplan Math Strategies Use reasoning and mathematics to answer questions quickly Combine approaches Use Picking Numbers Strategy Use Backsolving Use Strategic Guessing