The Course
Dive right into the world of numbers, data analysis, and problem-solving with a laser-focused approach! This hands-on course is designed to arm you with powerful strategies and critical-thinking skills necessary to conquer the math section of the GRE with confidence. You'll learn time-saving techniques and how to tackle the wide array of question types, including quantitative comparisons, data interpretation, and standard numeric queries. Building a solid foundation in these core areas, you can approach the test with the tools needed to break down complex problems into manageable bites.
But hey, it's not just about acing the test. The quantitative reasoning skills honed here are invaluable in the real world, too. Whether it's making data-driven decisions in business, analyzing research in graduate school, or simply managing personal finances with more finesse, the benefits of sharp numerical acuity will follow you far beyond test day. This course isn't just about getting a great score; it's about setting you up for success wherever numbers come into play. So bring your A-game and get ready to level up your maths skills!
What you will learn
When I first put together this course, I was laser-focused on demystifying the math section for folks just starting their prep journey. You know, diving into these concepts can get overwhelming, but I structured every lesson to build upon the last, ensuring a smooth learning curve where you'll feel your confidence grow with each practice problem. I've intentionally woven in tips and strategies that have helped past students not just tackle, but actually excel at the trickiest problems. By the end of our time together, you'll see how all the parts fit into a well-organized system tailored to make this challenging section of the exam feel way more manageable and, dare I say, even a bit enjoyable.
Curriculum
- 2.1 - Breaking down the new structure of QR! (6:24)
- 2.2 - A calculator for math test?? Understanding how to use the on-screen calculator! (5:50)
- 2.3 - Question Type 1: Multiple Choice, One Answer (7:29)
- 2.4 - Question Type 2: Numeric Entry (5:41)
- 2.5 - Question Type 3: Quantitative Comparison (7:21)
- 2.6 - Question Type 4: Multiple Choice, Multiple Answer (4:35)
- 2.7 - Raw Score? Scaling? Equating? Understanding how QR scoring works (7:18)
- 4.1 - We have a roadmap for Arithmetic!! (2:06)
- 4.2 - We begin as all have before us with INTEGERS!! (18:14)
- 4.3 - What if we stack numbers? We get FRACTIONS!! (9:39)
- 4.4 - Can numbers be raised as powers? Let's review EXPONENTS and ROOTS!! (7:57)
- 4.5 - How powerful is a point? We find out with DECIMALS!! (8:49)
- 4.6 - What's so REAL about numbers? Let's review!! (15:57)
- 4.7 - Parts and whole? Reminding ourselves what RATIOS are!! (5:28)
- 4.8 - If the whole is 100 then we get: PERCENTS!! (15:39)
- 4.9 - Practice Problems: Quantitative Comparison (28:17)
- 4.10 - Practice Problems: Multiple Choice, One Answer (21:22)
- 4.11 - Practice Problems: Multiple Choice, Multiple Answer (14:09)
- 4.12 - Practice Problems: Numeric Entry (12:19)
- 5.1 - We have a roadmap for Algebra!! (1:38)
- 5.2 - Can letters and numbers express? We find out with ALGEBRAIC EXPRESSIONS!! (10:00)
- 5.3 - So many rules!!! Reviewing RULES of EXPONENTS!! (7:16)
- 5.4 - What is so LINEAR about these EQUATIONS?? (18:23)
- 5.5 - Powers of 2!!! We try to solve QUADRATIC EQUATIONS!! (7:09)
- 5.6 - Equals? More like LINEAR INEQUALITIES!! (5:03)
- 5.7 - What purpose do FUNCTIONS serve?? Let's review!! (3:42)
- 5.8 - Can we solve real-world APPLICATIONS with algebra?? Let's explore!! (24:32)
- 5.9 - Can COORDINATE GEOMETRY help me orient and locate?? Not quite, but it's still useful!! (15:53)
- 5.10 - How does one GRAPH FUNCTIONS?? We find out!! (7:12)
- 5.11 - Practice Problems: Quantitative Comparison (28:58)
- 5.12 - Practice Problems: Multiple Choice, One Answer (16:15)
- 5.13 - Practice Problems: Multiple Choice, Multiple Answer (10:45)
- 5.14 - Practice Problems: Numeric Entry (9:37)
- 6.1 - We have a roadmap for Geometry!! (1:50)
- 6.2 - It's not only photography that's about LINES and ANGLES!! How does this figure in QR?? (12:50)
- 6.3 - What are POLYGONS?? Let's review!! (8:34)
- 6.4 - What so special about three-sided polygons?? Reviewing TRIANGLES!! (16:20)
- 6.5 - QUADRILATERALS are four-sided, but what else is important?? We shall review!! (5:17)
- 6.6 - Have you seen an inifinte-sided polygon?? Well that's just CIRCLES!! (13:37)
- 6.7 - How can I visualise 3D-FIGURES in the exam?? Actually it's quite simple!! (5:54)
- 6.8 - Practice Problems: Quantitative Comparison (19:09)
- 6.9 - Practice Problems: Multiple Choice, One Answer (8:14)
- 6.10 - Practice Problems: Multiple Choice, Multiple Answer (6:36)
- 6.11 - Practice Problems: Numeric Entry (3:57)
- 7.1 - We have a roadmap for Data Analysis!! (2:27)
- 7.2 - DATA! DATA! DATA! How does one easily PRESENT it?? (12:24)
- 7.3 - Instead of visually, how does one NUMERICALLY PRESENT DATA?? Let's review!! (23:49)
- 7.4 - I know to count 1, 2, 3,...!! But you're saying I need more COUNTING METHODS?? (32:59)
- 7.5 - I know for sure that I don't know with certainty!! Here's where PROBABILITY comes in!! (11:20)
- 7.6 - DISTRIBUTION of data?? It's not socialism, just more math!! (19:04)
- 7.7 - Can you INTERPRET this DATA from these EXAMPLES?? Let's try our hand!! (8:08)
- 7.8 - Practice Problems: Quantitative Comparison (12:41)
- 7.9 - Practice Problems: Multiple Choice, One Answer (14:53)
- 7.10 - Practice Problems: Multiple Choice, Multiple Answer (3:27)
- 7.11 - Practice Problems: Numeric Entry (4:38)
- 7.12 - Practice Problems: Data Interpretation Sets (22:39)
Your instructor
Kowshik Srivatsan combines his master's level expertise in Computational Sciences in Engineering from TU Braunschweig with a distinguished background in Mechanical Engineering—a discipline where he not only excelled but received the highest honors from Goa College of Engineering. His rigorous academic journey is underpinned by a profound understanding of quantitative reasoning and an analytical mindset that is critical to success in the GRE.
With over three years of experience as an educator at BiG Academy, Kowshik is deeply committed to empowering students with the strategies and confidence to excel in the quantitative section of the GRE. His teaching philosophy is rooted in the belief that each student possesses a unique potential, and his passion for mentoring is reflected in the tailored guidance he offers. Kowshik's dedication to helping students achieve their goal of advanced study in Germany—and beyond—is not just a profession but a personal mission, forged from his own journey of academic achievement and the desire to pay it forward.
Comprehensive
A Full-Spectrum Approach to Mastering the Quant Section
Streamlined
Efficient Methods to Enhance Your Quantitative Problem Solving
Structured
Building a Solid Foundation for Complex Quantitative Questions