The Quantitative Aptitude syllabus for the IBPS exams (including IBPS PO, Clerk, and SO) aims to assess a candidate’s mathematical and problem-solving abilities. It includes topics ranging from basic arithmetic to data interpretation. Here’s a detailed breakdown of the topics:
1. Number Systems
- Properties of numbers (prime, composite, odd, even, etc.).
- Divisibility rules, factors, and multiples.
- Simplification of numerical expressions.
2. Simplification & Approximation
- Basic mathematical operations (addition, subtraction, multiplication, division).
- BODMAS rule-based calculations.
- Approximation problems.
3. Data Interpretation (DI)
- Tabular Data: Solving problems based on tables.
- Line Graphs: Interpretation of data presented in line graphs.
- Bar Graphs: Solve questions based on bar charts.
- Pie Charts: Interpretation of pie charts and percentage-related questions.
- Caselets: Data presented in paragraph form, requiring interpretation.
4. Arithmetic Topics
- Percentage: Calculation of percentages and their applications.
- Profit and Loss: Questions on cost price, selling price, profit, loss, and discount.
- Ratio and Proportion: Concepts of ratios, direct and inverse proportion.
- Averages: Finding mean and weighted averages.
- Simple and Compound Interest: Calculating interest on principal for given time periods.
- Time and Work: Problems involving efficiency, work done, and time taken.
- Pipes and Cisterns: Based on the filling and emptying of tanks.
- Time, Speed, and Distance: Problems on relative speed, trains, boats, and streams.
- Mixture and Alligation: Mixing of two or more entities in a given ratio.
- Partnership: Profit-sharing problems based on investment ratios.
- Ages: Problems related to the ages of individuals at different points of time.
- Mensuration: Area and volume of geometrical figures such as circles, rectangles, squares, cubes, and cuboids.
5. Algebra
- Linear Equations: Solving equations involving one or more variables.
- Quadratic Equations: Solving quadratic equations using factorization or the quadratic formula.
6. Data Sufficiency
- Questions where you need to determine if the provided information is enough to solve the problem.
7. Permutation, Combination & Probability
- Permutation and Combination: Counting problems, arrangements, and selections.
- Probability: Basic probability and events like tossing a coin, rolling a die, or picking a card.
8. Quadratic Equations
- Solving quadratic equations and finding roots.
9. Inequalities
- Mathematical inequalities and solving them for unknown values.
10. Mathematical Series
- Number Series: Finding the missing number or identifying the pattern in a given series.
- Arithmetic Sequence: Problems based on arithmetic progression and geometric progression.
11. Miscellaneous
- Includes various miscellaneous topics like surds, indices, logarithms, etc.
Important Tips for Preparation:
- Practice Regularly: The key to Quantitative Aptitude is regular practice, especially for topics like DI and Arithmetic.
- Focus on Speed & Accuracy: Learn shortcuts and tricks for solving problems quickly.
- Mock Tests: Regularly attempt mock tests to improve time management and accuracy.
- Master Basics: Strengthen your basic mathematical concepts as most problems build upon them.
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