{"id":78833,"date":"2026-07-21T17:24:11","date_gmt":"2026-07-21T11:54:11","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/?p=78833"},"modified":"2026-07-21T17:24:15","modified_gmt":"2026-07-21T11:54:15","slug":"gmat-syllabus-latest","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/gmat-syllabus-latest\/","title":{"rendered":"GMAT Syllabus (Latest): Section-Wise Breakdown, Superscore (New Feature) &#038; More"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p>Graduate Management Admission Test or GMAT is an MBA entrance test. The scores obtained in GMAT are accepted by leading business schools worldwide and are valid for 5 years. All the IIMs also accept GMAT scores. The exam is conducted by the Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC). The GMAT syllabus is divided into three sections: <strong>Verbal Reasoning, Quantitative Reasoning and Data Insights<\/strong>.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The current <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/gmat-exam-info\/\">GMAT exam<\/a> is the GMAT Focus edition. It is shorter in duration as compared to the previous exam. There is no essay or grammar section. Hence, the evaluation is done on the three sections only. These sections evaluate a candidate\u2019s ability to solve complex problems, analyze data, interpret written information, and make logical decisions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The GMAT exam syllabus has changed with the new Focus Edition. The syllabus is now more streamlined for future business leaders. As per the latest GMAT syllabus guidelines, the test lasts 2 hours and 15 minutes. The exam has a total of 64 questions across the three sections. In this blog we have shared the detailed GMAT syllabus for each section along with the preparation tips to help prepare effectively.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong><em><mark>Join iQuanta\u2019s diversified student community for free and prepare with other peers. Get access to 24*7 doubt-solving, mentorship, free webinars, etc., all at one single platform<\/mark><\/em><\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image\"><a href=\"https:\/\/li.iquanta.in\/YWz1W\"><img fetchpriority=\"high\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1024\" height=\"194\" src=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/image-5.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-78015\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/image-5.png 1024w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/image-5-300x57.png 300w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/image-5-768x146.png 768w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/image-5-150x28.png 150w, https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/07\/image-5-696x132.png 696w\" sizes=\"(max-width: 1024px) 100vw, 1024px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_77 counter-hierarchy 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ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/gmat-syllabus-latest\/#How_Does_the_GMAT_Exam_Superscore_Work\" >How Does the GMAT Exam Superscore Work?\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/gmat-syllabus-latest\/#GMAT_Exam_Pattern\" >GMAT Exam Pattern\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/gmat-syllabus-latest\/#GMAT_Syllabus_Reading_Comprehension\" >GMAT Syllabus: Reading Comprehension<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/gmat-syllabus-latest\/#Tips_to_Prepare_GMAT_Reading_Comprehension\" >Tips to Prepare GMAT Reading Comprehension\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/gmat-syllabus-latest\/#GMAT_Exam_Syllabus_for_Critical_Reasoning\" >GMAT Exam Syllabus for Critical Reasoning\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/gmat-syllabus-latest\/#Tips_to_Prepare_GMAT_Critical_Reasoning_Syllabus\" >Tips to Prepare GMAT Critical Reasoning Syllabus\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/gmat-syllabus-latest\/#GMAT_Syllabus_for_Quantitative_Reasoning\" >GMAT Syllabus for Quantitative Reasoning\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/gmat-syllabus-latest\/#Tips_to_Prepare_for_GMAT_Quantitative_Reasoning\" >Tips to Prepare for GMAT Quantitative Reasoning<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/gmat-syllabus-latest\/#GMAT_Syllabus_Data_Insights\" >GMAT Syllabus: Data Insights<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/gmat-syllabus-latest\/#Tips_to_Prepare_Data_Insights_for_GMAT\" >Tips to Prepare Data Insights for GMAT\u00a0\u00a0<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/gmat-syllabus-latest\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion\u00a0<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-gmat-exam-syllabus-highlights\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"GMAT_Exam_Syllabus_Highlights\"><\/span><strong>GMAT Exam Syllabus: Highlights\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The table below has the major highlights related to GMAT syllabus.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>GMAT Feature<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Details<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Exam Sections<\/td><td>Three sections: Verbal Reasoning, Quantitative Reasoning, and Data Insights.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Section Focus<\/td><td>Verbal Reasoning: Critical Reasoning and Reading ComprehensionQuantitative Reasoning: Problem-solvingData Insights: Data literacy, data interpretation, and analytical reasoning<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Essay Component<\/td><td>Analytical Writing Assessment (AWA) has been removed.&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Flexible Section Order<\/td><td>Candidates can attempt the questions in the order they complete the sections<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Question Review &amp; Edit<\/td><td>Candidates can bookmark questions for review and change up to three answers per section before submitting that section.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>GMAT Superscore&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/td><td>The GMAT Superscore uses a candidate&#8217;s best section scores from multiple GMAT attempts to create a single, highest overall score for business school applications.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"GMAT_Superscore_New_Feature_When_It_will_launch\"><\/span><strong>GMAT Superscore: New Feature (When It will launch?)\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The GMAT superscore is an additional score data point. In GMAT superscore, the scores of the highest section across multiple GMAT exam attempts are combined into one composite score on a 205\u2013805 scale. The superscore helps to highlight the highest performance across different test dates, which helps to improve the overall score of a candidate.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Does_the_GMAT_Exam_Superscore_Work\"><\/span><strong>How Does the GMAT Exam Superscore Work?\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Feature<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Detail<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Calculation<\/td><td>GMAC calculates it.&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Score scale<\/td><td>205\u2013805&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Eligible attempts<\/td><td>Valid GMAT (latest edition) attempts only; old 10th edition scores excluded<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Replaces original scores?<\/td><td>No<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Where it appears<\/td><td>MBA.com account + all Official Score Reports sent to schools<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Expected uplift<\/td><td>20\u201350 points above single-attempt score (per GMAC historical data)<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>lauch date (expected)<\/td><td>August 2026<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"GMAT_Exam_Pattern\"><\/span><strong>GMAT Exam Pattern\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <a href=\"https:\/\/www.iquanta.in\/blog\/gmat-exam-info\/\">GMAT exam<\/a> pattern consists of three sections, Quantitative Reasoning, Verbal Reasoning and Data Insights. Each section is held for a duration of 45 minutes. The total score obtained in GMAT Focus Edition is determined by the performance on all three sections of the test. Check the table for further details on GMAT exam pattern.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Section&nbsp;<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Duration<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Number of Questions<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Type of Content<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Format<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Quantitative Reasoning<\/td><td>45 minutes<\/td><td>21 problem-solving<\/td><td>Arithmetic; Algebra<\/td><td>Multiple Choice<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Verbal Reasoning<\/td><td>45 minutes<\/td><td>23<\/td><td>Critical Reasoning; Reading Comprehension<\/td><td>Multiple Choice<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Data Insights<\/td><td>45 minutes<\/td><td>20<\/td><td>Multi-Source Reasoning; Table Analysis; Graphics Interpretation; Two-Part Analysis; Data Sufficiency<\/td><td>Like Integrated Reasoning<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"GMAT_Syllabus_Reading_Comprehension\"><\/span><strong>GMAT Syllabus: Reading Comprehension<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The reading comprehension section of the GMAT syllabus measures a candidate\u2019s ability to comprehend words and statements. It is a part of the verbal reasoning section. The following skills are tested in this section:\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>To recognise supporting idea<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>To understand application<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Comprehend logical structure&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>To identify main idea<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Draw inferences<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Analyse style<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Topic<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Details&nbsp;<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Main Idea<\/strong><\/td><td>Identify the central theme or primary purpose of a passage.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Supporting Details<\/strong><\/td><td>Locate facts, examples, and evidence that support the main idea.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Inference<\/strong><\/td><td>Draw logical conclusions&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Author&#8217;s Tone and Attitude<\/strong><\/td><td>Determine the author&#8217;s perspective, opinion, or attitude&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Logical Structure<\/strong><\/td><td>Understand how the passage is organized<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Purpose of a Paragraph<\/strong><\/td><td>Identify the role each paragraph plays in developing the overall argument or discussion.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Evaluating Arguments<\/strong><\/td><td>Assess the strength of claims, assumptions, and evidence<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Application Questions<\/strong><\/td><td>Apply concepts or principles from the passage to new situations or examples.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Vocabulary in Context<\/strong><\/td><td>Interpret the meaning of words and phrases as asked&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tips_to_Prepare_GMAT_Reading_Comprehension\"><\/span><strong>Tips to Prepare GMAT Reading Comprehension\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Reading Comprehension (RC) section of the GMAT Verbal Reasoning tests one&#8217;s ability to understand complex passages, identify key ideas, analyse arguments, and draw logical conclusions. Given below are some of the tips that one should follow while preparing for RC for the GMAT syllabus.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Instead of reading passively, engage with the passage by identifying its main idea, supporting arguments, evidence and examples.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Focus on the main idea of the passage.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Improve the reading speed. For this, one can read business, science, and economics articles regularly.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Analyze the Passage Structure<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Eliminate Incorrect Answer Choices<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"GMAT_Exam_Syllabus_for_Critical_Reasoning\"><\/span><strong>GMAT Exam Syllabus for Critical Reasoning\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The Critical Reasoning (CR) section forms an important component of the GMAT Verbal Reasoning section. This section tests the ability to evaluate arguments and draw logical conclusions. It tests one&#8217;s analytical skills and decision-making skills rather than subject knowledge. The questions asked in this section have a short passage or argument followed by a question that has a logical answer to it.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Topic<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Description<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Assumptions<\/strong><\/td><td>Identify the unstated assumptions on which an argument depends.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Strengthening the Argument<\/strong><\/td><td>Select information that makes the argument more convincing.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Weakening the Argument<\/strong><\/td><td>Identify information that reduces the validity of the argument.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Draw Conclusions&nbsp;<\/strong><\/td><td>Determine the most logical conclusion&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Inference Questions<\/strong><\/td><td>Identify the most strongly supported argument<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Evaluate the Argument<\/strong><\/td><td>Determine which additional information would be useful&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Cause and Effect<\/strong><\/td><td>Analyze relationships between events and determine whether one event causes another.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Resolve the Paradox<\/strong><\/td><td>Choose the option that best explains contradiction or inconsistency.<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Boldface Questions<\/strong><\/td><td>Identify the role played by highlighted statements&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Complete the Argument<\/strong><\/td><td>Select the statement that completes an incomplete argument.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tips_to_Prepare_GMAT_Critical_Reasoning_Syllabus\"><\/span><strong>Tips to Prepare GMAT Critical Reasoning Syllabus\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The key to prepare in the GMAT exam syllabus Critical Reasoning is thinking logically rather than to read quickly. Candidates must focus to understand the arguments and identify conclusions based on them. For this, candidates must practice as many questions as possible to improve both accuracy and confidence on exam day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Understand the Argument Structure<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Familiarize with Question Types<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Read the Question First<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoid Making Outside Assumptions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Practice the Process of Elimination<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Learn Common Logical Flaws<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Focus on Accuracy Before Speed<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"GMAT_Syllabus_for_Quantitative_Reasoning\"><\/span>GMAT Syllabus for Quantitative Reasoning\u00a0<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The GMAT exam syllabus for quantitative reasoning consists of a total of 21 questions overall to be solved in 45 minutes. This section analysis the following aspects of a candidate:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Ability to solve mathematical problems using basic principles of arithmetic and algebra.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The questions aim to test a candidate\u2019s ability to approach each problem methodically by applying skills.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The questions required knowledge of arithmetic and elementary algebra.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Students are not required to use calculators.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>The focus is to solve logical reasoning and problem-solving questions rather than advanced mathematics.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>The syllabus for GMAT quantitative reasoning is detailed in the table below.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Quantitative Reasoning Topics&nbsp;<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Detailed GMAT Quant Syllabus<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Algebra<\/strong><\/td><td>Linear Equations, Functions, Substitution\/Elimination Methods, Quadratic Equations, Splitting the Middle Term, Absolute Value (Modulus), Exponents &amp; Radicals, Arithmetic Progression, Geometric Progression<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Arithmetic<\/strong><\/td><td>Classification of Numbers, Real Numbers, Odd &amp; Even Numbers, Prime Numbers, Percentages, Simple &amp; Compound Interest, Ratio &amp; Proportion, Rate &amp; Work, Speed, Time &amp; Distance&nbsp;<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Statistics<\/strong><\/td><td>Mean, Median, Mode, Range, Standard Deviation, Normal Distribution, Permutations &amp; Combinations, Probability, Set Theory<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Number Properties<\/strong><\/td><td>Divisibility Rules, Remainders, Factors &amp; Multiples, HCF &amp; LCM, Positive and Negative Numbers, Decimals, Problem Solving<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tips_to_Prepare_for_GMAT_Quantitative_Reasoning\"><\/span><strong>Tips to Prepare for GMAT Quantitative Reasoning<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Preparation for the GMAT Quantitative Reasoning section requires a strong grasp of fundamental math concepts. As this section tests problem-solving skills rather than advanced mathematics, hence, the candidates are required to focus on accuracy, logical thinking, and time management. We have listed the tips to prepare for GMAT quantitative reasoning below:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Familiarise with the latest GMAT Quantitative Reasoning syllabus with topics such as Arithmetic, Probability, Number System, etc. to create a well structured study plan.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strengthen the basics before attempting complex questions.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>As calculators are not allowed, therefore, the focus should be to improve mental maths. Learn short tricks, vedic maths to solve multiplication, addition, subtraction, squares and cubes, estimation techniques, etc.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Prioritise those topics that are frequently asked such as arithmetic, algebra, word problems, statistics, etc.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Learn time management skills.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"GMAT_Syllabus_Data_Insights\"><\/span><strong>GMAT Syllabus: Data Insights<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The GMAT Data Insights (DI) section evaluates a candidate\u2019s ability to analyze, interpret, and synthesize data to make logical decisions. The questions are aimed to test data literacy. There are 20 questions in this section that have to be completed in 45 minutes. An on-screen calculator is available for use.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Question Type<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Approx. Number of Questions<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Topics Covered<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Data Sufficiency<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>4\u20138<\/strong><\/td><td>Quantitative problem-solving, evaluating statements, determining whether sufficient information is available to solve a problem<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Multi-Source Reasoning<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>2\u20134<\/strong><\/td><td>Information presented across multiple sources such as text passages, tables, charts, and graphs<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Table Analysis<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>2\u20134<\/strong><\/td><td>Sorting, filtering, and interpreting spreadsheet-like tables containing numerical and categorical data<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Graphics Interpretation<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>4\u20136<\/strong><\/td><td>Bar charts, line graphs, pie charts, scatter plots, and other graphical representations of data<\/td><\/tr><tr><td><strong>Two-Part Analysis<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>2\u20134<\/strong><\/td><td>Quantitative and verbal problems requiring simultaneous evaluation of two interrelated components or variables<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Tips_to_Prepare_Data_Insights_for_GMAT\"><\/span><strong>Tips to Prepare Data Insights for GMAT\u00a0\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>The <strong>Data Insights (DI)<\/strong> section of the GMAT tests the ability to analyze data, interpret information and make logical decisions. One needs to use quantitative reasoning technique, verbal reasoning, and data interpretation to solve the questions in this section. The tips to prepare DI in GMAT is given below.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul>\n<li>Familiarize with the five question types in the Data Insights section, i.e. Data Sufficiency, Multi-Source Reasoning, Table Analysis, Graphics Interpretation, Two-Part Analysis<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strengthen Data Interpretation Skills for tablets, bar graphs, pie charts, line graphs, scatter plots, etc.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Strengthen logical reasoning skills by practicing questions involving assumptions, inferences, and decision-making.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Practice questions in such a way so that the accuracy improves along with speed.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Use the online calculator to solve lengthy or complex calculations, as reliance on the calculator can slow down.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><strong>Conclusion\u00a0<\/strong><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A good understanding of GMAT syllabus is the foundation to prepare for the exam. Candidates need to develop a balanced skill to approach questions in the three sections, i.e. Verbal Reasoning, Quantitative Reasoning, and Data Insights. With flexibility in the examination system, candidates should make good use of GMAT and make a strategic preparation to score good marks in the exam. Candidates must focus on mastering the concepts of each section. 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