Which instrument is a generic test for prospective graduate students that consists of three sections: Verbal Reasoning, Quantitative Reasoning, and Analytical Writing?

• A. Wide Range Achievement Test (WRAT-5)
• B. GRE
• C. ACT
• D. MBTI

Answer: (B)

This describes the GRE, a standardized test used for prospective graduate students. It is designed as a general admissions exam and includes three sections: Verbal Reasoning, Quantitative Reasoning, and Analytical Writing. The Verbal Reasoning section assesses understanding of written material and ability to analyze arguments, while the Quantitative Reasoning portion covers basic and advanced math reasoning. The Analytical Writing section requires you to produce organized, evidence-based essays. The combination of these three sections specifically matches the GRE and its purpose for graduate admissions.

The other instruments don’t fit this description: the Wide Range Achievement Test measures basic academic skills and achievement, the ACT is aimed at undergraduate admissions and has a different section structure, and the MBTI is a personality assessment rather than an academic ability test.