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   GMAT Word Problems Guide
Ch 1: Word Problem Strategies
Ch 2: 5-Step Method
Ch 3: Functions & Symbols
Ch 4: Progressions & Sequences
Ch 5: Percentages
Ch 6: Interest
Ch 7: Ratio & Proportion
Ch 8: Uniform Motion
Ch 9: Work & Rate
Ch 10: Grouping & Counting
Ch 11: Data Interpretation
Ch 12: Averages & Median
 
 

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   Algebra Word Problem Strategies
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The GMAT is unlikely to give you a simple algebraic equation to solve like:
3a
2
=
10?

The GMAT never asks questions that are simple and straightforward. Instead, expect questions that require you to convert complex written statements into variables:

If you tripled Adam's age, he would be double Frank's age. Frank is currently 10 years old.

This question translates into:
3a
2
=
10

You have to painstakingly convert the written language into your own algebraic equation. It is easy to make errors here, just be sure to double check yourself by Plugging In your solution or Backsolving from the answer choices.


Word Problems with Undefined Variables

These questions typically ask for increases or decreases in a given amount without any specificity.


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  Contents of Word Problems Chapter: Table of Contents
Chapter 1: Word Problems & Strategies
  Chapter 2: 5-Step Method
  Chapter 3: Functions & Symbols
  Chapter 4: Progressions & Sequences
  Chapter 5: Percentages
  Chapter 6: Interest, Discount & Markups
  Chapter 7:
Ratio & Proportion
  Chapter 8: Uniform Motion
  Chapter 9: Work & Rate
  Chapter 10:
Grouping & Counting
  Chapter 11: Data Interpretation
  Chapter 12: Averages & Mean
 
5-Step Method

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