Most Important Topics for Quantitative Aptitude (Haryana CET and Other Exams)

Most Important Topics for Quantitative Aptitude (Haryana CET & Other Exams)

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Quantitative Aptitude is a core part of the Haryana CET and other competitive exams, focusing on mathematical concepts and calculations. Mastering these topics boosts speed and accuracy in the exam.

Key Topics to Focus On

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1. Number System

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• Types of numbers: natural, whole, integers, rational, irrational, etc.
• Divisibility, place value, and operations

2. HCF & LCM

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• Finding the Highest Common Factor (HCF) and Lowest Common Multiple (LCM)
• Application-based word problems

3. Ratio & Proportion

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• Basic ratios, proportions, and their applications
• Partnership and sharing problems
• Mixture and allegation questions

4. Percentages

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• Calculation of percentage increase/decrease
• Successive percentage changes
• Basic percentage-based problem-solving

5. Average

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• Mean, weighted average, and related word problems

6. Profit & Loss

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• Cost Price (CP), Selling Price (SP), Marked Price (MP)
• Discount, net profit/loss, successive transactions

7. Simple & Compound Interest

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• Calculation of interest over different periods and rates
• Difference between simple and compound interest

8. Simplification

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• BODMAS rule (order of operations)
• Approximation and quick calculation tricks

9. Time & Work

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• Work performance by individuals and groups
• Efficiency and pipes & cisterns concepts

10. Time, Speed & Distance

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• Relative speed, average speed, and problems involving trains and boats

11. Fractions & Decimals

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• Basic operations, conversions, and comparison
• Application in data interpretation

12. Data Interpretation

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• Analysis of data in tables, bar graphs, and pie charts
• Calculation-based interpretation questions

Tabular Summary

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Exam Tips

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• Focus on speed and accuracy through regular practice.
• Revise basic formulas and shortcut techniques.
• Practice previous years’ questions for better insight.¹²³⁴⁵⁶

Reviewing and mastering these topics forms the foundation for success in the quantitative aptitude section of Haryana CET and similar exams. ⁷⁸⁹¹⁰