👋 Hello, my friends at GRE Prep Club!

When you begin preparing for GRE Quant, the most effective place to start is accuracy. Although the GRE is a timed exam, speed should not be your initial focus. Early in your preparation, the goal is to learn how to solve questions correctly and to build a solid understanding of the concepts that drive those solutions.

Moving too fast at the start of your prep often works against you. Rushing increases the chance of careless errors and leads to confusion rather than progress. Your reasoning becomes fragmented, your work loses structure, and concentration suffers. When your brain is pushed to handle new material before it has had time to fully process it, mistakes are inevitable. A slower, intentional approach allows concepts to settle, patterns to emerge, and confidence to grow.

Taking your time in the beginning also helps you develop a strong foundation. You learn how to think through each step methodically, understand why a solution works, and identify the logic behind correct answers. These habits are what lead to lasting improvement. As your understanding strengthens, a natural shift occurs. You begin to recognize familiar question types, recall strategies more easily, and execute solutions with greater ease. This is where speed is born from accuracy.

Improving your timing follows a simple progression. Build the skill first, then let efficiency develop as a result. By centering your GRE Quant preparation on accuracy from day one, you position yourself for consistent progress and confident performance on test day.

If you have questions about your GRE prep, feel free to reach out. Happy studying.

Warmest regards,

Scott Woodbury-Stewart
Founder & CEO, Target Test Prep