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GRE Quantitative Reasoning Practice Questions

GRE Quantitative Reasoning Section — This GRE quantitative reasoning practice test walks through the same question types you'll see on test day -- quantitative comparison, algebra, geometry, data analysis, and numeric entry. Each sample question below comes with a full explanation, so you're not just checking an answer key, you're actually seeing how to get there.

27
Total Questions
47 minutes
Time Limit
No passing score; 130-170 scale
Passing Score
~$220 (U.S.)
Registration Fee

Free Sample Questions

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

1

Quantity A: 3^4 / 3^2. Quantity B: 3^2. Compare the two quantities.

AQuantity A is greater
BQuantity B is greater
CThe two quantities are equal
DThe relationship cannot be determined from the information given
2

If 5x - 3 = 3x + 11, what is the value of x?

A7
B8
C9
D11
3

A circle has a radius of 6. What is the area of a sector with a central angle of 60 degrees?

A3π
B4π
C5π
D6π
4

A data set of 5 numbers has a mean of 20. If one value, 30, is removed from the set, what is the mean of the remaining 4 numbers?

A15
B17.5
C20
D25
5

A store raises the price of an item by 20%, then later lowers the new price by 25%. On the actual GRE, this would be a numeric entry question where you type your answer directly into a box. For this practice version, select the overall percent change from the original price.

AA 10% decrease
BA 5% decrease
CNo change
DA 5% increase

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About the GRE Quantitative Reasoning

Format & Structure

Total Questions
27
Time Limit
47 minutes
Format
Two adaptive sections; multiple choice, quantitative comparison, and numeric entry

Scoring & Cost

Passing Score
No passing score; 130-170 scale
Registration Fee
~$220 (U.S.)

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Frequently Asked Questions

How many questions are on the GRE Quantitative Reasoning section?

The current GRE General Test includes 27 Quantitative Reasoning questions split across two sections -- 12 in the first section and 15 in the second. Combined, you get 47 minutes to work through both. That's roughly a minute and a half to two minutes per question once you factor in a little breathing room for the harder ones.

Can I use a calculator on the GRE quant section?

Yes. An on-screen calculator is built right into the testing software for the entire Quantitative Reasoning section, so you don't need to bring your own. It handles basic arithmetic, square roots, and percentages, but it won't do algebra for you -- you still need to know how to set problems up. Relying on it too heavily actually slows some students down, so practice deciding when mental math is faster.

Is the GRE Quantitative Reasoning section adaptive?

It's section-level adaptive, not question-by-question. How you perform on the first quant section determines whether the second section is easier, harder, or about the same difficulty. That's part of why steady accuracy early matters more than speed -- a rough first section can cap the ceiling of your second one.

What's a good pacing strategy for GRE quant practice questions?

Most test-takers do best budgeting around 1.5 to 2 minutes per question and using a skip-and-return approach: mark anything that's eating up time, move on, and come back if minutes remain. You can flag questions within a section and revisit them before time runs out, but once you leave a section entirely, you can't return to it. Practicing this rhythm on timed sets matters just as much as knowing the math.

What score should I aim for on GRE quant?

Quantitative Reasoning is scored on a 130-170 scale in one-point increments, and there's no single passing score -- it depends entirely on the programs you're applying to. Competitive STEM and business programs often look for scores in the mid-160s or higher, while other fields weight quant less heavily. Check the average admitted scores for your target programs rather than chasing a generic number.

What are quantitative comparison questions, and how are they different?

Quantitative comparison questions give you two quantities, Quantity A and Quantity B, and ask you to determine their relationship rather than calculate an exact value. The four answer choices are always the same: A is greater, B is greater, they're equal, or it can't be determined. Because the choices never change, you can practice recognizing the format quickly and focus your energy on the math itself.

How does GRE numeric entry work?

Numeric entry questions skip multiple choice entirely -- you type your answer directly into a box, sometimes as an integer, decimal, or fraction. There's no partial credit for a close answer, so double-checking your arithmetic matters more here than almost anywhere else on the quant section. Working through gre math practice questions in this format helps you get comfortable typing exact values under time pressure.

What's the best way to prepare with gre quant practice questions?

Start by taking a mixed set of gre quantitative reasoning practice test questions to see which topics -- algebra, geometry, data analysis, or quantitative comparison -- give you the most trouble. From there, drill those weak spots specifically instead of reviewing everything evenly. Timed practice sets closer to your test date help you get your pacing right, since knowing the math and finishing on time are honestly two different skills.

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