GMAT Integrated Reasoning

A comprehensive guide to mastering the Integrated Reasoning section of the GMAT, including concepts, strategies, and real-world applications.

Study Strategies

Time Management for IR

Mastering the Clock

With just 30 minutes for 12 questions, efficient time management is crucial in the IR section. Prioritize questions, avoid getting stuck, and use strategic guessing when needed.

  • Spend no more than 2-2.5 minutes per question
  • Flag difficult questions and move on
  • Use process of elimination to make the best guess quickly

Examples

  • Skipping a complex table analysis to answer a quicker graphics interpretation question first.

  • Eliminating two obviously incorrect answers to improve your chances with a quick guess.