How to Deal with Quantitative Aptitude Section of SBI PO

Hello Friends,

As We all knew that SBI is conducting Online Examination for the Recruitment of Probationary Officer for which the exam was scheduled from 29^th April, 30th April, 6th May and 7th May. To secure good marks and qualify in SBI PO Prelims 2017, here we are with the tips on how to deal with Quantitative Aptitude section in SBI PO Prelims 2017.

Basically Quant section evaluates a candidate’s numerical ability and problem solving skills. As the quantitative aptitude section comprises of equal weightage of marks, you must start off your preparation with it.

Analyse the Exam Syllabus and the Time left for Preparation

The first and foremost step to follow is to make a list of the topics that are a part of the syllabus and allot specific time periods for the preparation of each. Try to finish of the preparation in the set time limit. Mark the topics that you full knowledge of. In this way, no topics will be left out and you will have sufficient time to pay individual attention to each topic.

Syllabus for Quantitative Aptitude consists of the following topics:

1) Data Interpretation (Bar Graph, Pie Chart, Table Graph, Cumulative Bar Graph, Radar Graph, Caselet, Missing DI)

2) Number Series

3) Simplification and Approximation

4) Quadratic Equation/Inequality

5) Miscellaneous Topics:

Average
Problems on Ages
Percentage
Ratio and Proportion
Profit and Loss
Partnership
Problems on Trains
Time & Work and Work & Wages
Pipes and Cisterns
Boats and Streams
Allegation or Mixtures
Simple Interest
Compound Interest
Probability, Permutation and Combination
Mensuration
Data Sufficiency

Memorize Shortcut Techniques, Formulae and Tables

A Lot of formulas and lengthy calculations are present in solving aptitude questions. So, to increase your speed and save time, practice a lot of shortcut techniques and use them while solving questions.

Try to memorize formulae, tables, common conversions, squares and cubes to escalate your promptness to solve.

Since the time is short, you should be aware of the components which you are most comfortable with. So attempt those first. If you are good at Quant Section, then it is always preferable to start with this section, so that you can attempt maximum questions without any hesitation and manage to clear the sectional cut-off even it can leads to clear Overall- Cut-off. Further, it is advisable to not to take much time for one question and the questions should be solved according to their merit.

Practice and Solve Mock Tests/Previous Year’s Papers

For scoring well in this subject, one needs to practice as many tests as possible to solve problems accurately in less time. Also, speed matters a lot in this subject, so practice a lot to improve speed. Attempt the mock tests similar to the final exam. This will give you a fair objective assessment of your preparation. Analyse the weak areas and concentrate more on those while preparing and try to avoid the same mistakes in next Mock Tests.

SEHPAATHI GOLDEN TIPS :

First of all, learn the concepts thoroughly.
Concentrate on those topics in which you are weak. And try to work out on it very efficiently.
Do practice daily so that you can maintain your speed and accuracy
Always try to solve questions within the time limit
Take the mock tests and analyze your solving speed. In SBI PO Exam, Solving speed matters a lot.
The more you do practice for Quants section, the more benefits you will get. In result, you get accuracy and a better problem-solving speed.