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I. Algebra Word Problem Strategies		   
   

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.


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