DI = 20 questions in 45 minutes. Table Analysis, Graphics Interpretation, MSR, Two-Part Analysis, and Data Sufficiency. Each type requires a different skill and time budget.
The GMAT Focus Edition Data Insights (DI) section replaced the old Integrated Reasoning section. It is 45 minutes, 20 questions, and is scored on the same 205–805 scale as Quant and Verbal, contributing equally to your total score.
| Question Type | Abbrev. | Approx. Count | Format |
|---|---|---|---|
| Table Analysis | TA | 4–6 | True / False / Cannot Determine |
| Graphics Interpretation | GI | 3–5 | Fill in the blank (dropdown) |
| Multi-Source Reasoning | MSR | 4–6 | Yes/No/Cannot Determine or MCQ |
| Two-Part Analysis | TPA | 3–5 | Select one answer per column |
| Data Sufficiency | DS | 3–5 | Standard 5-choice DS format |
Note: The exact mix varies per test. Data Sufficiency now appears in DI (not Quant) on the GMAT Focus Edition.
DI is ⅓ of your total GMAT Focus score. Neglecting it while focusing only on Quant and Verbal is a strategic mistake.
Read MSR tabs for structure, not every detail. You can always return to a specific tab when a question asks about it.
Both Column 1 and Column 2 must be correct. A single error zeroes out the question.
Before answering any GI question, verify the chart's axis labels and units. Misidentifying the y-axis scale is fatal.
Some TA questions are True/False; others are "how many" or "which of." Read the question stem, not just the statement.
Only use information from the tabs. GMAT MSR does not reward domain expertise — it tests reading comprehension and logic.
TPA math benefits greatly from writing out the equation before looking at the table. Don't do algebra in your head.
Unanswered questions count against you. Guess strategically and move on. Never leave a question blank.
DS questions appear in the DI section on GMAT Focus. They use the same 5 answer choices (A)-(E) as before.
Charts can be misleading. Always do a quick numerical sanity check even when the visual answer seems obvious.
On the GMAT Focus Edition, the Data Insights section contains how many questions and takes how long?
Data Sufficiency (DS) questions appear in which section of the GMAT Focus Edition?
In a Two-Part Analysis question, if you correctly identify Column 1 but select the wrong value for Column 2, you receive:
Which DI question type typically requires the most time per question?
A Table Analysis question shows a sortable table. The statement reads: "Exactly two countries in the table have both a GDP above $1 trillion and an unemployment rate below 4%." The most efficient way to evaluate this is:
A Graphics Interpretation question shows a pie chart of 5 market segments. Segment C appears to represent about 30% of the pie. The total market value is not provided in the chart. A statement says "Segment C accounts for the majority of the market." This statement is:
An MSR prompt has three tabs. Tab 1 is an industry report; Tab 2 is a company press release; Tab 3 is an analyst's note. A question asks about the company's current R&D spending. Which tab is most likely to have the most reliable figure?
Which of the following correctly describes the difference between Table Analysis and Graphics Interpretation?
If you have 5 minutes remaining and 2 TPA questions left in the DI section, what is the best strategy?
A student consistently scores well on Quant and Verbal but poorly on DI. Their GMAT Focus total score is most affected by:
Equal weight to Quant and Verbal. Neglecting DI directly hurts your total score.
TA: sort and verify. GI: read axes, fill blanks. MSR: skim all tabs, synthesize. TPA: anchor-check. DS: evaluate each statement.
Zero credit for one wrong column. Always verify both selections satisfy the constraint.
The section adjusts to your level. Getting harder questions correct yields more points — so accuracy matters more than speed.