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The Graduate Record Examinations (GRE) is a standardized test used in graduate admissions and financial aid decisions. Despite criticisms of its limitations, the GRE has value in assessing certain individual characteristics important for graduate study, such as reasoning skills, critical thinking, and communication abilities. The test is intended to measure only a portion of these characteristics, and its scores should be used in conjunction with other elements of an application. Research shows that GRE scores have predictive validity for first-year graduate school grades and can aid in admissions decision-making. However, the test has limitations, and its scores should not be used exclusively, but rather as part of a comprehensive evaluation process that considers multiple criteria, including undergraduate grades, letters of recommendation, and personal statements.