What are the tips for managing time in the Quant section of Common Admission Test(CAT)?

Business & Management
#1
  • Attempt the exam in 3 phases
    • Solve questions that you find to be incredibly simple and about which you are absolutely certain.
    • Choose questions that you think you’ll be able to answer.
    • Choose questions that will take a long time to answer and will require more thought.
  • In the first 30 to 35 minutes, try to answer at least 15 to 16 questions.
  • Continue to highlight questions that you are almost certain of but will take some time to solve. In the second phase, try these questions.
  • If there’s still time after that, go ahead and check the third. This strategy will only help you increase your accuracy and significantly impact your grading.
  • Spend no more than 2 to 3 minutes on a single question.
  • If you’re still having trouble remembering, move on to the following question.
  • Concentrate on TITA Questions as there will be no negative marking
  • Try to apply the reverse methodology to minimize the time spent on a question
  • Utilize the shortcuts and formulas available to reduce time and improve your attempt rate.