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The Quantitative Ability section of the Common Admission Test (CAT) needs not only smart practice but also solid learning of fundamental mathematical formulas. It is a calculation-intensive area thus one ought to be particular with the basic ideas of the topics. The CAT quant topics have Number Systems, Profit, Loss and Discount, LCM and HCF<\/strong>, Time and Work, Averages, Logarithm, Surds and Indices, Probability, Set Theory & Function, Trigonometry, Permutation & Combination, Co-ordinate Geometry, Mensuration, etc. In this blog, you will learn about important formulas of CAT, topics that are covered and much more.\u00a0<\/p>\n\n\n\n\n\n\n

What is the CAT Quant Section in the CAT Exam 2024?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

CAT is the most competitive MBA entrance exam in India. Around 1300 MBA colleges<\/strong> across the country acknowledge the CAT exam and offer admission regarding CAT scores. The CAT 2024 exam will be conducted in three sessions at about 375 examination centres located in more than 167 cities nationwide. Future MBA students seeking to enrol in premier institutes should start early preparation for the CAT 2024 exam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Also Read: <\/strong>Quantitative Aptitude for CAT: Formulas, Questions, Mock Tests<\/strong><\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n

Important CAT Quant Formulas<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Candidates explore these fundamental formulas that are essential for achieving exceptionally high scores in the CAT exam. Learning these formulas and their applications can improve problem-solving skills, enhance accuracy, and boost the chances of achieving an excellent percentile in the CAT exam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

CAT Arithmetic Formulas<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Arithmetic formulas are shortcuts to solving math problems linked to addition, subtraction, multiplication, and division. Here is an analysis of some standard arithmetic formulas in simple terms:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Percentage Change<\/td>(New Value \u2013 Old Value) \/ Old Value) \u00d7 100<\/td><\/tr>
Simple Interest<\/strong><\/a><\/td>(Principal \u00d7 Rate \u00d7 Time) \/ 100<\/td><\/tr>
Compound Interest<\/strong><\/td>P(1 + R\/n)^(nt) (where P is principal, R is rate, n is number of times compounded annually, t is time in years)<\/td><\/tr>
Profit and Loss<\/td>Selling Price \u2013 Cost Price Loss = Cost Price \u2013 Selling Price<\/td><\/tr>
Average<\/td>(Sum of all terms) \/ (Number of terms)<\/td><\/tr>
Ratio and Proportion<\/td>If a : b = c : d, then (a\/b) = (c\/d)<\/td><\/tr>
Partnership<\/td>Ratio of investment \u00d7 Time = Share in Profit or Loss<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

CAT Algebra Formulas<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Algebra formulas take arithmetic a step additional by using variables to express unfamiliar numbers. Here are some familiar algebra formulas in simple terms:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Quadratic Equation<\/td>For ax\u00b2 + bx + c = 0, x = (-b \u00b1 \u221a(b\u00b2 \u2013 4ac)) \/ 2a<\/td><\/tr>
Arithmetic Progression (AP) Sum<\/td>n\/2  * (First Term + Last Term)`<\/td><\/tr>
Geometric Progression (GP) Sum<\/td>a * (1 \u2013 r^n) \/ (1 \u2013 r), where a is the first term and r is the common ratio<\/td><\/tr>
Binomial Theorem<\/strong><\/a><\/td>(a + b)^n = nC0 * a^n + nC1 * a^(n-1)b + \u2026 + nCn * b^n<\/td><\/tr>
Factorization<\/td>a\u00b2 \u2013 b\u00b2 = (a + b)(a \u2013 b) (a + b)\u00b2 = a\u00b2 + 2ab + b\u00b2<\/td><\/tr>
Linear Equations<\/strong><\/td>c Solve for x: x = (c \u2013 by) \/ a Solve for y: y = (c \u2013 ax) \/ b<\/td><\/tr>
Inequalities<\/td>If a > b, then a + c > b + c and ac > bc (for positive c)<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

CAT Geometry Formulas<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

Geometry formulas permit you to calculate lengths, areas, and volumes of different shapes. Here are some familiar ones for 2D and 3D shapes:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Area of Triangle<\/td>0.5 * Base * Height<\/td><\/tr>
Perimeter of Rectangle<\/td>Perimeter = 2(Length + Width)<\/td><\/tr>
Circumference of Circle<\/td>2\u03c0r (r is the radius)<\/td><\/tr>
Area of Circle<\/td>\u03c0r\u00b2<\/td><\/tr>
Volume of Cylinder<\/td>\u03c0r\u00b2h (h is the height)<\/td><\/tr>
Pythagorean Theorem<\/td>In a right triangle, a\u00b2 + b\u00b2 = c\u00b2<\/td><\/tr>
Area of Trapezoid<\/td>0.5 * (Sum of parallel sides) * Height<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

CAT Number System Formulas<\/h3>\n\n\n\n

The number system formulas we commonly use do not include complex variables like algebra. They are more about shortcuts for calculations affecting typical sets of numbers. Mention below are some common examples:<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Divisibility Rule by 2<\/td>A number is divisible by 2 if its units digit is even (0, 2, 4, 6, 8).<\/td><\/tr>
Divisibility Rule by 3<\/td>A number is divisible by 3 if the sum of its digits is divisible by 3.<\/td><\/tr>
Divisibility Rule by 9<\/td>A number is divisible by 9 if the sum of its digits is divisible by 9.<\/td><\/tr>
Prime Factorization<\/td>Expressing a number as a product of prime numbers.<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n

Read More: <\/strong>Trigonometry Formulas for Quantitative Aptitude<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n

What topics are covered in the CAT Quant Section?<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Several topics are covered in the CAT Quant Section:<\/p>\n\n\n\n