Test preparation

Here's a strategic approach to tackle the Quantitative Aptitude section on your CAT exam day:Fuel your brain with nutritious food to maintain energy levels throughout the exam.Briefly go over important formulas and concepts you might encounter in the QA section.Quickly browse through all the questions to get a sense of the difficulty level and identify the topics covered.Start with questions you feel most confident about.Allocate a specific time for each question based on its difficulty level.Aim for accuracy over speed. Remember, there's negative marking in the CAT exam. Don't attempt a question unless you're reasonably sure of the answer.If time permits, especially towards the end, go back and review your answers, particularly for the questions you attempted initially.

When studying for the SET exam, having the correct books and study resources can make a big difference. Here are some recommended books for the different portions of the SET exam:General English:Norman Lewis' Word Power Made Easy and Wren & Martin's High School English Grammar and Composition are helpful resources. SP Bakshi's Objective General English focuses on general awareness. Manorama Yearbook and Pratiyogita Darpan Lucent's General Knowledge Current Affairs Magazines (such as Competition Success Review and Pratiyogita Darpan)Quantitative Aptitude:Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Exams by RS Aggarwal Fast Track Objective Arithmetic, by Rajesh Verma

CAT is just like Olympics, where the questions come from what we did in our school, but,  it’s the competition that makes it extremely difficultBut what makes it even more difficult is that we have been constantly told and misled into believing that you’ve got to be an academic topper or from a tier 1 college - IIT/NIT.SRCC or a smart guy somehow, to ace CAT.Whether quantitative aptitude is easier to crack than verbal ability and reading comprehension depends on individual strengths, weaknesses, and personal preferences. Here are some factors to consider:Strengths and Weaknesses: Some individuals may find quantitative aptitude easier because they have a strong background in mathematics or enjoy solving mathematical problems. Others may find verbal ability and reading comprehension easier if they have a strong command of the language and enjoy reading.Preparation: The perceived difficulty of each section can also depend on how well-prepared an individual is. If someone has dedicated more time and effort to preparing for quantitative aptitude, they may find it easier to crack compared to verbal ability and reading comprehension.Test-Taking Skills: Effective test-taking strategies can also influence performance. Some individuals may have better strategies for approaching quantitative aptitude questions, while others may excel in strategies for tackling verbal ability and reading comprehension questions.Scoring Pattern: In some exams, the scoring pattern may favor one section over the other. For example, in exams where each question carries equal marks and there is no negative marking, individuals may find it easier to score higher in quantitative aptitude compared to verbal ability and reading comprehension.Personal Preferences: Personal interests and preferences can also play a role. Some people may naturally gravitate towards one type of question or subject matter over the other.

Line, Angles, Triangles, Quadrilaterals, Polygon, Circles, Ares, Volume, Height and Distance, Co-ordinate Geometry, Basic Trigonometry, Numbers, Percentage, Profit & Loss, Simple and Compound Interest, Ratio, Proportionality, Time-Distance, Time-Work, Mixtures, Averages, Partnership, Permutation and Combinations, Probability, Set Theory, Progression and Series, etc. are some of the most crucial topics of quantitative aptitude. Quantitative aptitude questions are derived from these themes in the majority of competitive tests as well as all MBA entrance exams. Mensuration, arithmetic, and geometry make up the majority of the test content in the CAT, XAT, NMAT, SPAP, CMAT, and other tests. Your primary attention should be on these subjects if you are getting ready for the MBA entrance exam.

It takes work and dedication to pass the CA examinations on your first attempt, but it is unquestionably possible with the right preparation and direction. Here are some excellent study strategies to help you ace the CA exam on your first try. In order to become certified, candidates must complete the highly regarded CA programme in India, which includes intensive practice, CA coaching, and committed study. The three stages of the Chartered Accountant (CA) programme are foundation, intermediate, and final, and they are delivered by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI). In India, becoming a chartered accountant is a rewarding and difficult career choice.

Reading Comprehension passages in CAT exam are usually inference based. The topics are usually based on Economy, Natural Sciences, Humanities, Social Sciences and Current Affairs. There are several types of questions, such as:• Central theme based questions• Vocabulary based questions• Inference based questions• Title based questions• Paragraph and Structure based questions• Tone based questionsThe approach to every type of question has to be different depending on their theme. To master this skill, you will need to start preparing for English section of any entrance exam early on. Firstly, you will need to develop reading comprehension speed and skill, secondly, you will have to practice sample RC passages of different types to understand the difference in approach.