Are you searching for SBI PO 2020 preparation tips for Quantitative Aptitude? If yes, here are a few tips that will help in scoring good marks.
SBI PO exam is conducted for recruitment to the post of Probationary Officer in the various branches of the State Bank of India. The Quantitative Aptitude section of prelims exam comprises 35 questions. Questions are basically asked from Simplification, Profit & Loss, Simple Interest & Compound Interest & Surds & Indices, Time & Distance, Number Systems, Ratio & Proportion, Percentage, Data Interpretation, etc. In SBI PO mains exam, candidates will get 35 questions on Data Analysis and Interpretation. Total marks allotted to this section in mains exam are 60.
The level of Quantitative Aptitude questions in SBI PO will be moderate to difficult. It is essential to have a well-structured preparation strategy to tackle each topics. In this article, we have discussed regarding tips and tricks on how to prepare for SBI PO Quantitative Aptitude.
How to prepare for SBI PO Quantitative Aptitude?
Candidates can check below topic-wise preparation tips for Quantitative Aptitude section of SBI:
Simplification: Candidates can attempt the questions from this segment quickly and easily. Very basic and simple questions are asked in the exam. To tackle such questions, effective mental calculation skills are essentials. Students should practice all types of Simplification such as Surds and Indices, Decimals, Percentages, Squares and Square Roots, Cubes and Cube Roots, etc.
Number series
These questions come in a pattern. The challenge lies in finding the pattern associated to the questions. Once candidates are able to find the pattern, then it can be solved easily.
Data interpretation
Data Interpretation and Analysis is the most challenging part of Quantitative Aptitude. To solve such questions, candidates need to have a good understanding of each kind of illustration. Candidates must regularly practice Data Interpretation and Analysis questions.
Quadratic equations
Quadratic equation questions are not complicated. Candidates must be aware of the formula and its applicability in solving a particular question. Candidates need to work upon their speed and accuracy to solve these questions.
Permutations and Combinations
Candidates need to practice extensively. Both Permutations and Combinations have their own strategies for solving. While preparing, candidates must focus on Permutations and then Combinations.
Probability
Probability question can be of any kind. Candidates often get confused if they see a very complex question. Candidates should practice previous years’ question papers and attempt mock tests.
Profit and loss, simple and compound interest
Candidates can practice how to translate the statements into numbers or equations in the case of profit and loss questions. The statements provided to candidates should be correctly converted into equations. Candidates should be well versed with the formulas so that they can put the correct values in place of various factors such as rate of interest, the principal, time, etc.
Ratio and proportion, percentages, and averages
In case of ratio and proportion, candidates must read carefully the questions. In case of averages and percentages, candidates need to have mathematical skills.
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Best book for SBI PO Quantitative Aptitude
Reference books have their own importance in preparation. Candidates must have good books that can clear all their doubts and basics. Some of the books that candidates can refer to for SBI PO Quantitative Aptitude are given below.
- Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations by RS Aggarwal
- How to Prepare for Quantitative Aptitude for CAT by Arun Sharma
- Magical Book on Quicker Mathematics by M Tyra
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