Quantitative Aptitude is a very important
section of the SSC CGL Exam since it holds considerable weightage in both
Tier-I and Tier-II phases. In this post, we will discuss how one can tackle
Arithmetic Questions in SSC CGL Exam 2018. So, read this post now to solve the
arithmetic questions of the quantitative aptitude section with ease in the SSC
CGL Exam.
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The Approach for
clearing Mathematics section, stands on two pillars:
Strategy to attempt Quantitative Aptitude
Section in the exam
Mathematics is not difficult. All it
requires is clarity of concept along with lots and lots of practice.
Quantitative aptitude section can prove to be a deciding factor for a candidate
to make into the merit list or to clear the exam. Basic understanding of the
concepts can help you turn this section into one of the highest scoring segment
in the exam.
How to solve Arithmetic Questions in SSC
CGL Exam 2018?
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In SSC-CGL exam,
you’ve to face Mathematics at two stages
Pillars
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How?
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1.
Conceptual
clarity
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1. NCERTs
2. Some important reference books for
other topics
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2.
Lot
of practice
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From
Quantitative aptitude books.
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There
are lot of books in market, the question is, which one to refer?
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Stage
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Mathematics-Questions
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Penalty
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Tier-I (Prelims)
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50 Qs
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Negative 0.25
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Tier-II (Mains) Paper I: Arithmetical
Ability
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100 Qs worth 200 marks
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Negative 0.50
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#1 Getting the
Conceptual Clarity
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Have a clear
understanding of the different topics which are asked in the mathematics or
quantitative aptitude section and divide them into sub-topics to study them
accordingly.
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Cover one topic
at one time, first get your basics clear then solve maximum questions based on
the topics which you have studied.
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Whenever you
learn any new or shortcut technique, make sure that you make a note of it and
solve enough questions based on it for better practice.
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Analyze the
mistakes you commit while solving questions of the quantitative aptitude
section and work on improving them accordingly.
#2 Practice
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Merely going
through the concepts or formulas of different topics won’t be of any
substantial help in the exam. You need to practice the different types of
questions which are asked in the exam, in order to become proficient in
applying those concepts flawlessly in the exam.
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Despite knowing
the concepts and formulas, people make silly mistakes either in calculation or
in plugging the values. Regular practice will help you avoid such errors.
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Tier I exam has
200 questions with a time limit of 120 minutes. This means that you have less
than 2 minutes per question. Questions of reasoning and comprehension often
take more than 5 minutes to solve! Therefore, maintaining a constant speed is
essential. Since there is negative marking system in the exam, it is important
that you attempt the questions accurately.
Strategy to attempt Quantitative Aptitude
Section in the exam
The Quantitative
Aptitude Section can benefit you with a total of 50 marks in the Tier-I of SSC CGL Exam.
So, one should
analyze the questions carefully before attempting the same.
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First of all,
understanding the nature of the question is important, like- according to time
which question will take more time to solve and which question will take less
time.
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After that,
calculate the marks in accordance with the questions taking lesser time.
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To avoid negative
marking and save time, try to attempt the less time consuming and short/ less
calculative questions first. You can proceed to the remaining questions of this
section post that, if there is still time.
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Use shorter
formulas for higher accuracy. A lot of quantitative aptitude questions can be
solved using short tricks and methods.
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Maintain proper
speed and accuracy while solving the questions for scoring high marks.
SSC CGL Quantitative Aptitude Preparation Tips
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In order to
conquer the Quantitative Aptitude Section with good marks, you need to develop
great concentration and speed.
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Merely Reading
and Learning is not very helpful in the Mathematics section. The game is all
about logical and mental abilities and presence of mind for quick response
while solving questions.
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You need to
understand the nature of Quantitative Aptitude questions first and then
solve them in minimal time duration with the smartest idea you can use.
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The most basic
four things in Mathematics are – Addition, Subtraction, Division and
Multiplication.
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These
calculations are very basic in mathematics which are used in most of the
questions. So, if you perform them faster, you can save your valuable time in
each question.
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Remember
multiplication tables up to 20. If you remember the tables, the calculations
would be easier and faster as well.
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Check the example
here.
If you have to find out the result of 16*13, then you can simple solve
this as –
16(10+3) = 16*10 + 16*3 = 160+48 = 208
And 13(10+6) = 130+78=208
So, the answer of 16*13 is 208.
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Learn the short
tricks to solve the questions quickly and clear your fundamentals to attempt
more questions in exam.
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Solve SSC CGL Previous Years Question Papers and Sample Test Papers to assess
your performance and make more improvements.
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Analyze the
reasons of your low performance and try to resolve them.
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