What's the best preparation method to get an 170 GRE Quant score?

Go to the site http://TOPGRE.com  You can buy Quantum CAT by sarvesh kumar verma published by arihanth. It is very good preperation material for GRE Quant.Also get hold of Dr,Gruber's for both quants and verbal. Nova's press and 1014 drill are some other books which can help

sir i am santhosh i havent taken my gre coaching up to now so please give some tips to gain marks in gre math and verbles

That perfect 170 score is definitely possible. What you need to do in those 60 hours is prep using the toughest material. Kaplan's practice tests don't adequately the level of difficulty of the actual test (this goes for both Quant and Verbal); the scoring may also be a little too optimistic. The very first thing you should do is to take a practice test by ETS. This test will faithfully mimic what you'll see test day--both in terms of content and the scores. I'm guessing you'll still probably crack 160. Regardless, that score will give you a better sense of what you need to do to get a 170. Again, preparing with tough questions is paramount. Below are my recommendations: 1. Manhattan GRE (MGRE) 6 on-line practice tests All you have to do is buy one of the MGRE guides (about $20 on Amazon) and you get access to all six tests. The quant section is even harder than what you'll see test day. Great way to simulate the test environment. 2. Manhattan GRE 5 lbs. book Hundreds of pages of question types from the medium to the very difficult, conveniently broken down by question type. 3. Magoosh (math section) Computer-based prep with some fiendishly difficult questions. Also a little disclaimer: I work for Magoosh. 4. Nova's Math Guide Tough quant questions broken by concept. The only caveat is the questions are based on the old test format, so none of the new question types, such as Numeric Entry. Still good practice on standard problem solving and Quantitative Comparison format. 5. GMAT Official Guide Different test, yet the GMAT and the GRE overlap as far as problem solving goes (though you'll only get the standard five-answer multiple choice question). Questions are difficult and deceptively so (something the GRE is very good at doing). 6. The Official Guide to the GRE by ETS The bible of GRE test prep. Comes with four tests (two paper-based, two computer via CD). Spread these out over the 90 hours to chart your progress. When going through these sources, you'll want to keep an error log, so that you can remember why you missed a certain problem. For conceptual errors, you can target relevant questions by doing prep through the Manhattan Big Book or Magoosh (the former has a special section and the latter allows you to select for different math concepts). In the case of careless mistakes, be very careful to identify the specific error. So instead of thinking, "Oh, I need to read the question better", really try to nail the exact lapse, i.e., "I need to pay attention to key words at the end of the question, esp. when they relate to primes vs. non primes." By following this routine, a perfect quant score is definitely within reach. Just make sure to be rested (and as relaxed as is possible) test day. Good luck!

Practice. Practice. Even the question that makes you laugh, they might seem so easy, still don't take them lightly. Practice in stress-simulated, time bound setting. You won't even be able to figure out 2+2 without panicking if you are not used to it. Seriously, no exaggeration. Practice every single topic. Area of circle seems laughable? Do it, still. Volume of cylinder is on your fingertips? No. Not till you do enough questions on it, time-bound, again. Practice at least 2standard books. Barron's, Princeton, any damn books. Cover to cover. Don't skip anything. Don't jump chapters. Just bear with all the tips and tricks written down below every practice example. Even if it's Princeton review and you feel like tearing the page when you read 'bend, don't break' for the umpteenth time. You'd be able to do more if you skim those repetitive tips demonstrations, but if you bear with them, you are insuring not losing any silly mistake points in those topics. Practice actual quant sections of model tests. As many as you can. Review the answers to those tests. Kaplan's online test have good quant section. That's just one of the many available practically everywhere on the internet. Reviewing every question, no matter even if you got it right the first time, is the key. You might just chance upon a concept or two, it's always good to have a trick up your sleeve. It's Maths after all :) Last and most importantly, make 170 the ultimate goal of your life, at least till your exam day. Anything lower than that in any model test you attempt should be a personal shame. Take it on your ego. I'm speaking to the whole engineering community out there : think about it this way - If you can't do maths, no point in attempting to go for a masters or PhDs. It sounds harsh, but it's my tried and tested approach. :) Stay focused in exam. Panic is the only negative marking in GRE. All the best.

GRE Math Review TopicRelevant Section on Khan Academy SiteARITHMETIC1.1 Integers http://www.khanacademy.org/math/Arithmetic/multiplication-division http://www.khanacademy.org/math/arithmetic/absolute-value http://www.khanacademy.org/math/pre-algebra/factors-multiples 1.2 Fractions http://www.khanacademy.org/math/arithmetic/fractions 1.3 Exponents and Roots http://www.khanacademy.org/math/pre-algebra/exponents-radicals 1.4 Decimals http://www.khanacademy.org/math/arithmetic/decimals http://www.khanacademy.org/math/algebra/ratio-proportion-topic See "Rational and Irrational Numbers" subsection. 1.5 Real Numbers http://www.khanacademy.org/math/arithmetic/absolute-value http://www.khanacademy.org/math/pre-algebra/applying-math-reasoning-topic See "Inequalities: Greater Than and Less Than Basics" subsection. 1.6 Ratio http://www.khanacademy.org/math/algebra/ratio-proportion-topic 1.7 Percent http://www.khanacademy.org/math/arithmetic/decimals ALGEBRASections 2.1 through 2.9 http://www.khanacademy.org/math/algebra/introduction-to-algebra 2.1 Operations with Algebraic Expressions http://www.khanacademy.org/math/algebra/multiplying-factoring-expression 2.2 Rules of Exponents http://www.khanacademy.org/math/algebra/exponent-equations 2.3 Solving Linear Equations http://www.khanacademy.org/math/algebra/solving-linear-equations-and-inequalities http://www.khanacademy.org/math/algebra/systems-of-eq-and-ineq 2.4 Solving Quadratic Equations http://www.khanacademy.org/math/algebra/quadratics 2.5 Solving Linear Inequalities http://www.khanacademy.org/math/algebra/linear_inequalities 2.6 Functions http://www.khanacademy.org/math/algebra/algebra-functions http://www.khanacademy.org/math/algebra2/functions_and_graphs 2.7 Applications http://www.khanacademy.org/math/pre-algebra/applying-math-reasoning-topic http://www.khanacademy.org/math/algebra/ratio-proportion-topic See "Advanced Ratios, Proportions, and Rates" subsection. 2.8 Coordinate Geometry http://www.khanacademy.org/math/algebra/two-var-linear-equations-and-intro-to-functions http://www.khanacademy.org/math/algebra/systems-of-eq-and-ineq http://www.khanacademy.org/math/algebra/quadratics 2.9 Graphs of Functions http://www.khanacademy.org/math/algebra2/functions_and_graphs GEOMETRYSections 3.1 through 3.6 http://www.khanacademy.org/math/geometry/intro_euclid http://www.khanacademy.org/math/geometry/basic-geometry 3.1 Lines and Angles http://www.khanacademy.org/math/geometry/intro_euclid http://www.khanacademy.org/math/geometry/parallel-and-perpendicular-lines 3.2 Polygons http://www.khanacademy.org/math/geometry/basic-geometry http://www.khanacademy.org/math/geometry/parallel-and-perpendicular-lines 3.3 Triangles http://www.khanacademy.org/math/geometry/congruent-triangles http://www.khanacademy.org/math/geometry/similarity http://www.khanacademy.org/math/geometry/right_triangles_topic http://www.khanacademy.org/math/geometry/basic-geometry 3.4 Quadrilaterals http://www.khanacademy.org/math/geometry/quadrilaterals-and-polygons http://www.khanacademy.org/math/geometry/basic-geometry 3.5 Circles http://www.khanacademy.org/math/geometry/cc-geometry-circles http://www.khanacademy.org/math/geometry/basic-geometry 3.6 Three-Dimensional Figures http://www.khanacademy.org/math/geometry/basic-geometry DATA ANALYSIS4.1 Graphical Methods for Describing Data http://www.khanacademy.org/math/pre-algebra/applying-math-reasoning-topic See "Reading and Interpreting Data" subsection. https://www.khanacademy.org/math/cc-eighth-grade-math/cc-8th-data See "Scatter Plots" subsection. 4.2 Numerical Methods for Describing Data http://www.khanacademy.org/math/probability/descriptive-statistics 4.3 Counting Methods http://www.khanacademy.org/math/probability/probability-and-combinatorics-topic 4.4 Probability http://www.khanacademy.org/math/probability/independent-dependent-probability 4.5 Distributions of Data, Random Variables, and Probability Distributions http://www.khanacademy.org/math/probability/random-variables-topic https://www.khanacademy.org/math/probability/statistics-inferential See "Normal Distribution" subsection. 4.6 Data Interpretation Examples http://www.khanacademy.org/math/pre-algebra/applying-math-reasoning-topic See "Reading and Interpreting Data" subsection.

Firstly, Don't think you want to score 170. yes. When you are engaged with this thought at the back of ur mind , u tend to loose concentration. I scored 170 with the thought of answering each question with my best concentration. You can practice but to score out of, u need something - time to check your answers. I checked all answers by solving them again- yeah i m not joking. I solved paper twice to make it perfect. The time is sufficient to solve once and check once but to solve again with a fresh thought you need more time and so u must solve each question in less than 40-45 sec. ., Develop this pace. You can get equipped with some readymade shortcuts from my page : http://www.facebook.com/gremathsshortcuts

The Graduate Record Examination (GRE) is a test of your overall performance in terms of your quantitative aptitude, English language proficiency and analytical writing skills. The quantitative section deals with your high school math fundamentals. Questions from your basic math are asked in a brain teasing way. Tackling this section with ease requires lots of practice. The most important constraint is the time. You will have to solve the paper within the allotted time. The following information provides you with a detailed insight into the quantitative section along with some useful math tips that will help improve your score.   Areas of concern for GRE quant section The GRE Quant Section concentrates primarily on 4 major areas namely Arithmetic Algebra Geometry Data analysis One should not anticipate direct and easily solvable questions in the Math section of the GRE paper. You will be asked questions from the above mentioned concepts in a twisted fashion. These questions take much of your time if you are not prepared well. The questions might involve a single concept or else might be based on more than one concept. Usually, the questions asked are the ones involving more than one concept. The crux of the given problem involves simple logic and if you are one among those who strike the right chord, you will surely be successful. For such ability, you will require lot of practice and some tips to improve your aptitude and save time. GRE Quantitative tips will help you a lot. Arithmetic Understanding the number family such as prime, positive, negative, even and odd numbers is the key to scoring in Arithmetic’s. Familiarity with elementary mathematics such as ratios, decimals, percentage, probability, etc could be established through preparative materials such as Kaplan’s Maths Guide and workbooks. The various rules associated with logical reasoning could be written down and reviewed periodically as logical reasoning always has an upper hand in solving these problems more easily when compared to formulas. Algebra Practice should be initiated with simple questions followed by challenging problems. Basic algebra concentrates on variable manipulations and simplifying equations. Scratch paper must be used to solve these problems rather than attempting to solve them in your head. This technique avoids confusion and increases speed. Changing signs are the areas of common mistakes to look out for in Algebra. Continuous practice and clear understanding of concepts resolves these problems. Geometry You could begin by mastering primary planar geometry involving lines, angles and basic shapes. Geometric formulas for basic calculations should be memorized. Diagrams must always be constructed for these types of questions. Illustrations are always a shortcut to solving geometry problems efficiently in lesser time than required. DataAnalysis Data Analysis includes questions from statistics involving mean, median, mode, frequency distributions, charts, tables and graphs. Tackling these questions begin with scanning through the presented data to get a fundamental idea and focusing only on the conditions required for answering the questions. It is mandatory to keep an eye open to characteristics such as axes of graphs, units of measurements and orders of magnitude to avoid common conversion errors. More the practice, better are the chances of scoring in these questions

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167 in verbal is an excellent score. It can't get any better. Just practice quant a little bit. It isn't as tough to improve in quant as it is to improve in verbal. Do a few books. Most of the questions are pretty straight forward. I think you might be able to get in the top 20 graduate program. Good luck. 335 is on the cards. :)