MBA CAT Exam Pattern

The pattern of the exam is as follows:

Given below is the overview of different sections that comprises of CAT 100 MCQs:

Comprehensive view of different sections:

• Verbal Ability and Logical Reasoning Section:
  This section aims to evaluate how well you understand the gradation of the English language. In order to do well in this section, you are required to enhance the reading skills, develop an above-average vocabulary base and make all the basics of English Grammar clear. Some common question types are: reading comprehension, sentence completion, para-jumbles, jumbled paragraph, antonyms and synonyms, fill in the blanks, summary questions etc. Reading comprehension aims to establish your comprehension and reasoning abilities.
• Quantitative Ability:
  In this section, your knowledge and understanding of basic mathematical concepts is tested. You should be proficient in calculations and develop your aptitude for using quick thinking to solve problems based on trigonometry, mensuration, number system, arithmetic etc.
• Data Interpretation & Logical Reasoning:
  It is the combined section of two separate areas: Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning. It probes questions based on various data forms, such as bar graphs, line graphs and pie charts. You are required to understand and interpret the data presented and answer the questions based on the same. Besides this, you need to think logically to analyze the given situation and make the correct deductions. The various topics included are: blood relations, calendars, clocks, cubes, seating arrangement, syllogism, logical connectives, logical matching and sequencing.