what is gre exam

The GRE (Graduate Record Examinations) is a standardized test that is often required for admission to graduate programs and graduate business programs (MBA) in the United States, Canada, and a few other countries. The test measures verbal reasoning, quantitative reasoning, analytical writing, and critical thinking skills that have been acquired over a long period of learning. The GRE General Test consists of six sections, including an analytical writing section, two verbal reasoning sections, two quantitative reasoning sections, and either an experimental or research section. The test is administered by Educational Testing Service (ETS) and is offered as a computer-based exam administered at testing centers and institution owned or authorized by Prometric. The GRE General Test is accepted by thousands of graduate, business, and law schools worldwide. Some graduate programs require that applicants take not only the general test but also a GRE Subject Test that assesses technical knowledge in a specific discipline like physics, psychology, or mathematics. The GRE General Test measures skills in three areas: Verbal Reasoning, Quantitative Reasoning, and Analytical Writing.