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GRE Quantitative Reasoning - Geometry — Practice with free gre geometry practice questions covering triangles, circles, coordinate geometry, area, and volume. Each question comes with a full explanation, so you actually understand the reasoning instead of just memorizing an answer key.

Total Questions

47 minutes total (about 21-26 min/section)

Time Limit

No fixed passing score -- competitive programs typically look for 160+

Passing Score

$220

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Free Sample Questions

Here are 5 free sample questions from our full bank of 570+ GRE Geometrypractice questions. Try them out below — click "Show Answer" to reveal the correct response and explanation.

Triangle ABC has a base of 12 and a height of 8. If the base is extended so the new triangle's base is 18 while the height stays the same, what is the increase in area?

A24

B36

C48

D72

A circle has a circumference of 20π. What is the area of the circle?

A200π

B100π

C400π

D40π

Points P(-2, 3) and Q(4, -5) lie on a coordinate plane. What is the distance between P and Q?

B12

C10

D14

A rectangular garden measures 15 feet by 9 feet. A walkway of uniform width 2 feet is built around the entire garden. What is the area of the walkway alone?

A108 sq ft

B124 sq ft

C135 sq ft

D112 sq ft

A right circular cylinder has a radius of 3 and a height of 10. A sphere with the same radius is placed so it fits exactly inside a cube. What is the volume of the cylinder?

A30π

B60π

C90π

D120π

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About the GRE Geometry

Format & Structure

Total Questions: 40
Time Limit: 47 minutes total (about 21-26 min/section)
Format: Multiple choice, numeric entry, and quantitative comparison

Scoring & Cost

Passing Score: No fixed passing score -- competitive programs typically look for 160+
Registration Fee: $220

Frequently Asked Questions

How much geometry is actually on the GRE?

Geometry makes up a real but not overwhelming slice of GRE Quantitative Reasoning -- usually somewhere around 15% of the section. It shows up woven into triangles, circles, coordinate planes, area and volume problems, and quadrilaterals. Not huge, but enough that skipping it entirely is a bad bet.

Do I need to memorize geometry formulas for the GRE?

Yes, mostly. The GRE hands you a short list of formulas at the start of the section, but it doesn't cover everything -- things like the distance formula or certain triangle relationships often aren't included. Knowing area, volume, and Pythagorean triples cold saves you real time.

What are the most common GRE geometry topics?

Triangles (especially right triangles and special ratios like 3-4-5), circles, coordinate geometry, quadrilaterals, and basic solid volume questions come up again and again. Area and perimeter problems sneak into word problems too, often disguised as something else entirely.

Is GRE geometry harder than GRE algebra?

Honestly, it depends on the person. Some students find geometry more intuitive since you can sketch it out, while others find remembering formulas trickier than manipulating equations. Practicing a spread of gre geometry practice questions is the fastest way to figure out which camp you're in.

Can I use a calculator on GRE geometry questions?

Yes -- the GRE provides an on-screen calculator for the entire Quantitative Reasoning section, geometry included. That said, it won't do the reasoning for you. You still need to know which formula applies and how to set the problem up correctly.

How does coordinate geometry show up on the GRE?

Expect distance-between-points problems, slope questions, and the occasional area-of-a-triangle-on-a-grid setup. These blend algebra and geometry, so being comfortable moving between the two is genuinely useful preparation.

Why do these practice questions include explanations that double back?

Real geometry mistakes usually happen mid-calculation -- a wrong border width, a mixed-up formula, a distractor detail you didn't ignore. Our explanations walk through that reasoning honestly, including the moments where a first pass needs correcting, because that's closer to how the thinking actually happens under pressure.

How can ClassMeme help me prepare beyond these sample questions?

Our tutors work with you one-on-one on the specific gre geometry problems that trip you up, whether that's coordinate geometry, volume, or circle relationships. Instead of generic drills, you get targeted coaching built around the concepts you're still shaky on.

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