The computer-based verbal sections assess reading comprehension, critical reasoning, and vocabulary usage.
The verbal test is scored on a scale of 130-170, in 1-point increments (Before August, 2011 the scale was
200–800, in 10-point increments). In a typical examination, each verbal section consists of 20 questions to be
completed in 30 minutes.
Quantitative reasoning
The computer-based quantitative sections assess basic high school level mathematical knowledge and
reasoning skills. The quantitative test is scored on a scale of 130–170, in 1-point increments (Before August
2011 the scale was 200–800, in 10-point increments). In a typical examination, each quantitative section
consists of 20 questions to be completed in 35 minutes.
Analytical writing critical thinking skills
The analytical writing section consists of two different essays, an “issue task” and an “argument task”. The
writing section is graded on a scale of 0–6, in half-point increments.