About The Text:
Quantitative Aptitude for Competitive Examinations by Arun Sharma (12th Edition) is a comprehensive guide designed to prepare aspirants for a wide range of competitive exams such as CAT, UPSC, SSC, Banking, and other government or management entrance tests. Known for its methodical approach and clarity, this edition enhances its pedagogical strength with updated questions, solved examples, and newly introduced chapters reflecting the evolving exam patterns. The book is structured into topic-wise chapters covering arithmetic, algebra, geometry, modern math, and data interpretation. Each chapter includes theory, multiple difficulty-level exercises, shortcut techniques, and previous years’ questions, promoting conceptual clarity and application-oriented learning. The 12th edition emphasizes logical sequencing and problem-solving strategies, making it an essential resource for students aiming to strengthen their quantitative reasoning skills and achieve a competitive edge in exams.
Key Features:-
1. Updated for Latest Exam Patterns:
Incorporates changes reflecting the latest trends and difficulty levels seen in exams like CAT, SSC, Bank PO, and other aptitude-based tests.
2. Topic-Wise Structured Content:
Chapters are divided into key areas—Arithmetic, Algebra, Geometry, Numbers, and Data Interpretation—ensuring a logical progression from basic to advanced levels.
3. Graded Difficulty Levels:
Questions are categorized into Level of Difficulty (LOD) I, II, and III, enabling step-by-step mastery and catering to learners at different stages.
4. Shortcut Techniques & Smart Methods:
Emphasizes quick-solving methods and Vedic math-style tricks to enhance speed and efficiency during exams.
5. Comprehensive Practice Sets:
Each chapter contains practice exercises with detailed solutions, helping students reinforce learning through repeated exposure and application.
6. Past Year Questions:
Includes questions from previous years’ competitive exams to give students real exam experience and familiarity.
7. Conceptual Clarity:
Detailed explanations and solved examples strengthen fundamentals, making complex topics easier to understand.
8. Application-Based Learning:
Focuses not only on formula-based solving but also on logical reasoning and analytical approaches to problem-solving.
9. Mock Tests and Revision Support:
Contains mock questions and sample test papers for practice, helping in time-bound preparation and performance evaluation.
10. Ideal for Multiple Exams:
While tailored for CAT, the book is equally useful for exams like GMAT, GRE, SSC-CGL, IBPS, RBI Grade B, and campus placements.
This edition builds on Arun Sharma’s trusted pedagogy, offering a balanced mix of theory, practice, and strategy to help aspirants tackle quantitative sections with confidence.