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GRE math subject score: 590 (42%)
I guess I don't have what it takes to be a mathematician.
I guess I don't have what it takes to be a mathematician.
eastside00_99 said:GRE math subject score: 590 (42%)
I guess I don't have what it takes to be a mathematician.
unit_circle said:You mean you don't have what it takes to do a bunch of basic, yet tricky, math problems under extreme time constraints and with the tremendous pressure of knowing that it can influence your admissions prospects. I took the physics test, and I did not do as well as I thought either.
But I don't understand what these tests are supposed to say about our ability as researchers. I know when I do my research, I try to go as fast as possible, and if I have multiple possibilities for an answer to a research question, I just eliminate some until I'm down to 3, then I guess. I try to solve everything w/o any algebra or calculus, because it takes too much time. I NEVER check my work, because it takes too much time. I try to average 1.7 minutes per research project.
Don't EVER let ETS tell you don't have what it takes. You can work around your score, I would suggest having your best referee address it in his/her letter of recommendation.
Or you could always wait a year, do some research, study for the MATH GRE, smoke it, and then apply again.
eastside00_99 said:GRE math subject score: 590 (42%)
I guess I don't have what it takes to be a mathematician.
what said:Perhaps the point of the problem was to factor the difference of two squares, a solution that seems to me should be obvious to anyone proficient in mathematics i.e. perhaps it's testing the fundamentals.
eastside00_99 said:Yeah, I definitely need to study some problem solving skills.
Lets be clear here though. The question is
Which is the largest value which divides P^4-1 for EVERY prime greater than 5.
(a) 12
(b) 30
(c) 48
(d) 120
(e) 240
The answer is indeed 240. But, I am missing the point where because 240 | 7^4-1, then this is true for all primes greater than P. I think I am missing some kind of theorem from elementary number theory. Just for the record only 25% of the people who took the test got this one right.
Your GRE Math Subject Score of 590 (42%) means that you scored in the 42nd percentile of all test takers. This score is below the average score for all test takers, which is typically around 600.
It depends on your individual goals and the requirements of the programs you are applying to. Some programs may consider a score of 590 to be a good score, while others may expect a higher score. It is important to research the average scores of accepted students in your desired programs to determine if your score is competitive.
Your GRE Math Subject Score of 590 (42%) places you in the 42nd percentile, meaning you scored higher than 42% of all test takers. However, this score is below the average score for all test takers, which is typically around 600. This score may be considered below average compared to other test takers.
Yes, it is possible to improve your GRE Math Subject Score. You can retake the test and focus on areas where you struggled, or seek out additional resources such as study materials, tutors, or online courses to help improve your understanding of the subject matter.
Your GRE Math Subject Score is valid for five years from the date you took the test. After five years, your score will no longer be valid and you will need to retake the test if you wish to use it for graduate school applications.