How to prepare for SBI PO 2020 Reasoning Ability?

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Anangsha Patra
Deputy Manager – Editorial
Updated on May 29, 2020 18:08 IST

There is no set rule to score high marks in SBI PO Reasoning Ability. Only continuous practice can help candidates to ace this section. Here are few tips on how to prepare for SBI PO Reasoning Ability. 

How to prepare for SBI PO Reasoning Ability

The Reasoning Ability section tests a candidate’s ability to think logically. SBI PO Reasoning Ability section appears in both preliminary and mains exam. Therefore, it is necessary to be well prepared for the section. There is no set rule to score high marks in Reasoning. With continuous practice, candidates can ace this section in both prelims and mains exam. Unlike Quantitative Aptitude where candidates have to memorise formulas or English Language where they need to go through Grammar and Vocabulary. The Reasoning section tests the way they think. Candidates must practice all types of questions in this section. The key mantra for scoring good marks in this section is building the logic for solving questions and regular practice of question papers. Here, we have discussed regarding how to prepare for SBI PO Reasoning Ability.

How to prepare for SBI PO Reasoning Ability?

The Reasoning Ability section of SBI PO will comprise 35 questions in prelims exams and 45 questions in the mains exam. Check below the topic-wise preparation tips for SBI PO Reasoning Ability.

Syllogisms

Read the questions before attempting the answers. Be clear regarding the statements and about the assumptions. Venn diagrams plays an important role in solving such questions.

Inequalities:

There may either coded inequalities or direct inequalities. Direct inequalities are simple if candidates know the basic mathematical rules. Candidates must attempt coded inequalities carefully. Overall, candidates can secure good marks if prepared well.

Arrangements

This is a very important topic for the exam. Questions on Arrangements are asked in both prelims and mains exam. Candidates will get questions on linear or circular arrangements. Candidates might find these questions tricky, if solved properly can fetch good marks. Maximum weightage is given to this section in the exam. Hence, practice good number of questions from each unique set to be thorough with arrangements’ questions.

Input and Output

Questions on Input and Output are not difficult to solve. Do not miss any detail when processing the input because that is common error which lead to wrong answer.

Data Sufficiency

Data Sufficiency questions may be of any form. Data Sufficiency questions are likely to take the maximum time in solving them. Hence, with adequate practice and solving mock tests, candidates will be able to be score good marks.

Best books for SBI PO Reasoning Ability

Candidates can refer to the following books for SBI PO Reasoning Ability section.

  • Verbal and Non-Verbal Reasoning by RS Aggarwal
  • Analytical Reasoning by MK Pandey
  • Magical Book on Puzzles by K Kundan

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