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Algebraic word problems · GRE · Courselo

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Quantitative Reasoning: algebra

Algebraic word problems

Quantitative Reasoning: algebra · Lesson 4 of 5

Lesson 4 of 5

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Unit 5

Quantitative Reasoning: algebra

5 lessons · 5 h 20 min of study

Algebraic expressions and factoring1 h of study
Linear equations, systems and inequalities1 h of study
Quadratics, functions and defined operations1 h 10 min of study
Algebraic word problemsReading · 0%
Coordinate geometry1 h of study

This unit is ≈11% of the GRE, across 5 lessons. Full syllabus

Lesson 4 of 5 · Quantitative Reasoning: algebra

Algebraic word problems

3 quick checks≈2% of the testCore: Core: tested on most papers

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By the end you’ll be able to

Translate verbal statements into equations and inequalities accurately
Solve work problems with combined rates and distance-rate-time problems, including average speed
Solve age, cost, revenue and profit problems
Check that answers make sense in context and match the units asked for

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Adaptive questions on algebraic word problems.

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