Executive Assessment (EA) Practice Test
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The Executive Assessment (EA) is a standardized exam specifically designed for experienced professionals applying to Executive MBA (EMBA) and other advanced business programs. Administered by the Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC), the EA evaluates the critical thinking, analytical reasoning, and problem-solving skills essential for success in a demanding executive-level curriculum and career. It consists of 64 questions across three sections: Integrated Reasoning (12 questions, 30 minutes), Verbal Reasoning (14 questions, 30 minutes), and Quantitative Reasoning (14 questions, 30 minutes), for a total testing time of 90 minutes. The exam is tailored for candidates with significant work experience, typically 8+ years, who need to demonstrate their readiness for graduate management education without the extensive preparation time required for other standardized tests. By taking the EA, candidates provide admissions committees with a reliable, standardized benchmark of their executive-level competencies.
Sample Questions
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A line chart for Summit Auto shows installed accounts. Segment A starts at 111 and grows 11 percent; Segment B starts at 74 and grows 16 percent. The COO says Segment B is the bigger opportunity because its growth rate is higher. Which response best evaluates the chart?
In the argument, the finance chief first states that supplier consolidation reduced administrative work, then concludes that the consolidation should be expanded because lower administrative work usually reduces total procurement cost. What role does the first statement play?
A portfolio has 67 million dollars in Product A at a 25 percent margin and 47 million dollars in Product B at a 19 percent margin. A pilot product has no revenue yet. What is the combined margin rate for the two revenue-generating products?
A project update says: 'After reviewing the supplier bids, the contract was awarded by the committee to the vendor with the shortest implementation timeline.' Which revision best corrects the modifier problem?
a grocery chain lowered the price of its premium plan, yet premium-plan revenue increased only slightly while standard-plan revenue fell sharply. Which statement best helps explain the result?
Exam insights and study advice
The EA matters because it translates directly to real-world executive performance. It doesn't test obscure academic knowledge but rather the applied skills you use daily: synthesizing data from multiple sources to make decisions (Integrated Reasoning), critically evaluating arguments and written communication (Verbal Reasoning), and interpreting quantitative information to solve business problems (Quantitative Reasoning). A strong EA score signals to top-tier business schools that you possess the sharp, practical intellect to immediately contribute to and benefit from a rigorous executive program, accelerating your career trajectory and leadership potential.
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