IDEAL TIPS TO PREPARE QUANTITATIVE APTITUDE FOR BANK EXAMS?

To become a successful banker, it is important that he should possess good logical, analytical and calculating skills. In all banking written competitive exam, the Quantitative Aptitude is the most logically designed section which tests the calculating strengths and logical abilities of a candidate.

Before preparing for this section, it is essential to note down important topics of this section so that we can focus our preparation is such way that our hard-work reaps good results through Bank PO Exam books. Do examine and study previous year papers as it will help you understand the divisibility of marks topic-wise. The topics are as follows: -

A. Data Interpretation (5–10 Marks)

B. Simplification (3–5 Marks)

C. Number Series (3–5 Marks)

D. Inequality (3–5 Marks)

E. Percentage (1–2 Marks)

F. Profit and Loss (1–2 Marks)

G. Simple Interest and Compound Interest (1–2 Marks)

H. Average (1–2 Marks)

I. Ratio and Proportion {Problems based on ages} (1–2 Marks)

J. Time and Work {Problems based on Pipes and cisterns} (1–2 Marks)

K. Time, Speed and Distance {Problems based on trains, Problems based on boat and stream} (1–2 Marks)

L. Probability (1–2 Marks)

The students must note that first four topics are most important as they cover around 20 to 25 marks. So, students should focus on these topics to be more confident in their exam preparation. The students can join good online coaching classes or download Android App as they provide well assorted study material with Video lessons. The questions based on this section are very complicated and have lengthy calculations. We would advise you to learn and understand and then apply concepts properly or else it will be very difficult to solve questions for you. The role of good study material will play a very significant and so choose it judiciously.

As you have to solve lengthy and complex calculations in restricted time, it is advisable that you should learn squares of numbers from 2 to 50, learn cubes from 2 to 25, learn all subject related formulas, etc. You should try to allot morning hours for it as mind is very fresh in early morning hours. The students who are weak in Mathematics should take time in learning basics of Mathematics like simplification questions (Addition, Subtraction, Division, Multiplication, learn and remember squares and cubes of numbers, various formulae related to topics).

On examination day, you should have a planned strategy that should help you in qualifying this exam. The two basic essential to crack this exam are- Speed and Accuracy. If you thoroughly study the exam pattern then you will realize that you have to solve many questions in allotted time. Therefore, you should practice questions in such a way that you can solve maximum questions correctly in restricted time. Firstly, do adopt the right methodology to solve questions by applying proper formula and try to calculate quickly. The best way to practice is to practice quizzes on all topics and finally attempt maximum online mock tests. It will enhance your speed of answering. Secondly, do work on accuracy and try to answer correctly as wrong answers results in negative marking. Do avoid guess work and never develop habit of guessing as it will ruin your prospects of selection.

To conclude, these are two “decisive factors” (Speed and Accuracy) which will you make a potential winner. According to many students, Quantitative Aptitude Section is considered to most complicated section but still it can be very scoring, if you have learnt and practice concepts properly. If you are master in this section then the conceptual knowledge of all the topics will also be beneficial for you in your banking career.

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