XAT 2024 Last-Minute Essentials: Check Topics and Formulas

XAT Last-Minute Essentials: The XAT 2024 is all set to be held at the Xavier School of Management (XLRI), Jamshedpur on 7 January 2024. The exam will be held from 2 pm to 5:30 pm. It is very important for the candidates planning to take the XAT exam to put all their effort into the eleventh-hour preparations into practice. Before taking the exam, it is advised that all the aspirants should review the key formulas and go through the last-minute revisions to ace the exam. 

If you have still not downloaded your admit card, then you must do so at your earliest by visiting the official website of XAT.  

If you are looking for last-minute XAT preparation topics for revision then you have come to the right place. Here we will talk about all the important topics and formulas you should have on your tips before taking the final exam. Let’s dive into it. 

XAT 2024: Important Topics To Study 📚

Here is the list of important topics that you should study or go through which will help you in brushing up your knowledge. 

XAT 2024 Syllabus	XAT Important Topics
Verbal and Logical Ability	Vocabulary, Reading Comprehension, Parajumble, Grammar, Fill in the blanks, Analogy etc
Quantitative Ability & Data Interpretation	Data Interpretation, Geometry, Bar Diagrams, Menstruation, Arithmetic, Percentage, Surds and Indices, Pie Charts, Tables, Algebra etc.
Decision Making	Assumptions, Data Arrangement, Premises, Conditioning, Complex Arrangement, Grouping, Conclusions etc
General Knowledge	Prize and Award, Science, Economy, Government, Business, Static GK, Politics, Constitution of India, World etc.

Also Read: General Knowledge for XAT 2024: Syllabus, Books, and Tips

XAT 2024 Last Minutes Tips

Use the last moments before the test to build confidence and familiarize yourself with the exam format. These last-minute tips will help you stay calm and perform your best on exam day.

Exam Day Strategy for XAT 2024 – How you approach the XAT exam will greatly affect your performance. Before the exam, figure out how many questions you need to answer correctly to reach the cutoff score for your chosen MBA program. Managing your time well is very important because there are time limits for each section in XAT. Plan your strategy so you can finish the Verbal, Quantitative, and Decision-Making sections (Part 1) within the allotted 175 minutes.

Evaluate your strengths and weaknesses – The XAT exam has sections on Decision Making, Verbal and Logical Ability, Quantitative Ability and Data Interpretation, and General Knowledge. It’s crucial to meet the cutoff in each section to achieve a good overall score. Make sure you reach the cutoff comfortably in every section. Focus on your strengths to score well and find ways to manage your weaker areas. Use specific strategies for each section to get the best possible marks in XAT 2024.

Revision Time – The night before the exam, review key topics, concepts, theorems, and formulas, and ensure you get about eight hours of sleep. Focus on the important areas from the XAT 2024 syllabus, and avoid trying to learn new topics now. Use this time to reinforce what you already know. Practice strategies for test efficiency and time management during your revision. Take one final XAT mock test before the exam to get comfortable with the online format, but don’t worry about the test results. It’s important to stay confident and not let the mock test affect your mood. These steps will help you approach the XAT 2024 exam with ease.

XAT 2024 Last-Minute Essentials

Stay calm and confident, and manage your time wisely during the exam to maximize your performance. This guide will help you cover all the essentials to make sure you’re fully ready for XAT 2024.

• Bring Required Documents: Carry your original XAT 2024 admit card along with a copy. Also, bring a photo ID such as an Aadhaar card, Voter ID, Passport, College/University ID, or Driver’s License. Verify all the details on your admit card beforehand.
• Arrive on Time: Reach your assigned test center by 12:30 PM. The exam will take place from 2:00 PM to 5:30 PM. You won’t be allowed inside without the mandatory checks for your admit card and ID proof.
• Follow Exam Day Guidelines: Review the guidelines on your admit card regarding the examination hall, required documents, and stationery.
• Avoid Prohibited Items: Do not bring mobile phones, calculators, watches, or other electronic devices. Follow the instructions of the exam staff. If asked to remove items like jewelry or shoes, comply to avoid being barred from the exam.
• Attach Photograph: Place a recent color passport-sized photo in the designated space on your admit card.
• Bring a Pen: Carry a ballpoint pen. If you need paper for rough work, the exam invigilator will provide it.
• Sign Admit Card Properly: Sign your admit card only in front of the invigilator and do not write anything else on it, including your seat number.
• Stay Calm: Keep calm before and during the exam to avoid negative impacts on your performance. XAT focuses on cognitive ability, speed, and decision-making. Trust your preparation and stay confident.
• Strategy for Answering: Start with the easier questions, then move to moderate ones, and tackle tricky questions in the remaining time.
• Time Management: Manage your time effectively and save a few minutes to review your answers.

XAT 2024: Important Formulas To Study 📐

Check out the formulas that will help you in completing the XAT exam. 

XAT 2024 Formula Topics	XAT Important Topics
Number System	(1² + 2² + 3² + ….. + n²) = n ( n + 1 ) (2n + 1) / 6 1 + 2 + 3 + 4 + 5 + … + n = n(n + 1)/2(1³ + 2³ + 3³ + ….. + n³) = (n(n + 1)/ 2)² Sum of first n odd numbers = n² Sum of first n even numbers = n (n + 1)
Percentages	Find what percentage of X is Y: Y/X x 100 Increase N by S% = N(1+S/100)Decrease N by S% = N(1 – S/100)
Speed, Time, and Distance	Speed= Distance/ Time Distance= Speed x Time Time= Distance/ Time
Time and Work Formulas (Basic Formulas)	If X can do a piece of work in ‘n’ days, then X’s 1 day’s work = 1/n If X’s 1 day’s work = is 1/n, then X can finish the work in n days.
Simple and Compound Interest Formula	Simple Interest: P x i x n (P= Principle, i= interest rate and n= term of the loan)Compound Interest: Compound Interest = [P(1+i)n] – P Compound Interest = P[(1+i)n-1]
Average Formula	Average= Sum of observations/ Number of observations
Profit, Loss, and Discount	Profit % = Profit/(C P)×100 Profit/Gain = (S.P.) – (C.P.) C P = 100/(100+gain %)×S P S P = (100+gain % )/100 ×C P Loss % = Loss/(C.P.)×100 Loss = (C.P.) – (S.P.) C P = 100/(100-loss %)×S P S P = (100-loss %)/100×C P
Basic Mathematical Formulas	(a + b)² = (a² + b² + 2ab) (a – b)² = (a² + b² – 2ab) (a + b)(a – b) = (a² – b²) (a + b)² = (a² + b² + 2ab) (a³ – b³) = (a – b)(a² + ab + b²) (a + b + c)² = a² + b² + c² + 2(ab + bc + ca) (a³ + b³) = (a + b)(a² – ab + b²) When a + b + c = 0, then a³ + b³ + c³ = 3abc (a³ + b³ + c³ – 3abc) = (a + b + c)(a² + b² + c² – ab – bc – ac) (a + b)n = an + (nC1)an-1b + (nC2)an-2b² + … + (nCn-1)abn-1 + bn
LCM and HCF	LCM × HCF = Product of the NumbersLCM of Co-prime Numbers = Product Of The Numbers

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