GMAT Syllabus and Exam Content

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GMAT Syllabus and Exam Content

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Quantitative Reasoning

Quantitative Reasoning measures foundational arithmetic and algebra knowledge and the ability to apply it to problem solving. The section contains 21 Problem Solving questions. A calculator is not permitted in this section.

Verbal Reasoning

Verbal Reasoning contains 23 Reading Comprehension and Critical Reasoning questions. Reading Comprehension tests understanding, logical relationships, inference, application, logical structure and style. Critical Reasoning tests the ability to make, evaluate and formulate arguments and plans.

Data Insights

Data Insights measures the ability to analyze and interpret data from multiple sources and formats. The 20-question section can require quantitative, data-analysis and verbal reasoning. An on-screen calculator is available.

Section	Official question types	Calculator
Quantitative Reasoning	Problem Solving	No
Verbal Reasoning	Reading Comprehension; Critical Reasoning	Not applicable
Data Insights	Data Sufficiency; Multi-Source Reasoning; Table Analysis; Graphics Interpretation; Two-Part Analysis	On-screen calculator

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