GRE QUANTITATIVE – Data Interpretation

Data Interpretation Overview Questions are based on information in tables or graphs Questions are often statistics oriented May be asked to choose one or more answers

Data Interpretation - Strategy Analyze the Tables and Graphs Title – read chart titles to ensure you can refer to correct chart quickly Scale – check units of measurement Notes – read accompanying notes** Key – make sure you understand the key if there are multiple bars or lines on a graph Approach strategically Questions designed to test understanding of fractions, percents, & attention to detail Questions become more complex as you move through a set Can usually simplify single-answer multiple-choice questions by taking advantage of answer-choice format. By approximating instead of calculating answer, you can quickly identify the correct one

Data Interpretation - Tips Slow Down Avoid calculation errors by slowing down Pace Yourself Wisely Use allotted time for each question wisely Remember, each question type has same value Answer questions that you can answer quickly & accuarately Save questions that would take you longest to answer for last