Which are the most important topics to focus for CAT preparation?

manpreet Best Answer 2 years ago

You cannot answer the question with certainty as the important topics keep changing year to year. But, topics from which questions invariably are asked year on year include: 1. Quantitative Ability: Algebra, Number system (very important), sets, PnC and probability. About 3-5 questions on geometry are also asked every year. Trigonometry can be skipped. Do learn tricks like divisibility rules to solve question on remainder etc. 2. Data Interpretation- Pie chart- learn calculation techniques for pi chart, bar graphs and scatterplots. Vedic maths helps in DI as the sets here are time consuming. 3. VA/LR- Do practice syllogisms and RC. Reading speed is important. Read passages from different genres to have a better idea of the range of questions. Barrons top 1000 words for Vocabulary is a must as it helps in fill in the blanks and para completion. Basic grammar questions 4. A must do is to solve past 5 year questions of CAT

manpreet 2 years ago

The syllabus of CAT includes all the topics till 10th level maths. However, the tricks help you solve them accurately and quickly. Analysis of the last 5-10 years of CAT papers will help you know the important topics to focus on. In my opinion and experience, DI and LR are pretty unforeseeable. DI consist of standard Bar graphs, pie charts, tables and data intensive questions and LR consists of arrangements, sequence, family relation questions. Verbal mostly consists of Reading Comprehension and Critical Reasoning questions and paragraph rearrangement questions. Quantitative Analysis has a variety of questions on Numbers, Algebra, Word problems, Work, Geometry, Probability etc. Speed and accuracy plays a very important role while preparing for CAT. This requires intensive practice and focus. Timed tests will help analyse your strengths and weaknesses and help you prepare better.