Tips for DI / Logical Reasoning

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2008-10-02T07:13:00.000-07:00

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Tables, Charts, and Graphs-DI

2008-09-26T23:06:00.000-07:00

Tables, Charts, and Graphs (Data Interpretation)Graphs and charts show the relationship of numbers and quantities in visual form. By looking at a graph, you can see at a glance the relationship between two or more sets of information. If such information were presented in written form, it would be hard to read and understand.Here are some things to remember when doing problems based on data

Logical Reasoning & DI Tips

2008-09-22T08:32:00.000-07:00

Select a topics from below:Logical Reasoning : Using Tree RepresentationData Interpretation: TipsData Interpretation: Points to RememberDI Tips for Graphs, charts & tablesPractice Questions :Data SufficiencyLogical ReasoningData InterpretationWatch the latest videos on YouTube.com

DI Points to Remember

2008-09-22T08:19:00.000-07:00

DI: Points to Remember -> In gleaning data from a chart, graph or table, it's remarkably easy to inadvertently grab your data from the wrong graph, bar, line, etc.This is the #1 cause of incorrect responses in CAT Data Interpretation. To avoid this blunder, point your finger to the data you want; put your finger directly against the question paper and keep it there until you're sure you're

Data Interpretation Tips

2008-09-22T08:13:00.000-07:00

Health Guru: TipsWatch the latest videos on YouTube.comData Interpretation TipsDI is all about how fast you can comprehend the given data and how fast and accurately you are able to add, multiply subtract, divide and calculate ratios percentages. Below are some of the tips to improve in ths section:1. Spend about a minute to read the graph and the data properly.2. Check the range of the options

Logical Reasoning Tips

2008-09-22T08:03:00.000-07:00

Tips for Family Chain Problems Few things to remember: 1. For solving Logical reasoning questions always try to apprehend the point/inputs by using a graphical reprsentation. Eg: for Family-Relationship kind of questions such as1. X is Ys father2. Y is brother of K3. Ks mother in law is M4. N is the only child of M5. P is grand daughetr of Q, who is husband of M For such questions create a tree

Data Sufficiency Answer Set-1

2008-09-20T01:01:00.001-07:00

Data Sufficiency Answer Set-1Back to Questions 1. From st. a x is prime factor of 42 42 can be written as 6.7, 21.2, 14.3, and 42.1 In the above list (6,7), (21,2) and (14,3) are co-primes From st. b the range of x is given 5 £ x £ 11 Prime no. in this range is 7 Hence the value of x using both statements is 7. 2. From

Data Sufficiency Question Set-1

2008-09-20T00:59:00.000-07:00

DATA SUFFICIENCY1. Statement a alone is sufficient.2. Statement b alone is sufficient.3. Both statements a and b are sufficient.4. Neither statements are sufficient.1. What is the value of the integer x?a. x is the prime factor of 42b. 5 £ x £ 112. What is the value of y – x ?a. 7 4x – 3 = 343b. 7 x+y = 49 43. Is x a positive integer?a. x2 > 0b. x3 <>4. What is the area of the D ABC ?a. AC =

DI Answer Set-1

2008-09-20T00:53:00.001-07:00

Health Guru: TipsWatch the latest videos on YouTube.comData Interpretation Answer Set-1Set 1 Questions 1-5Back to Questions1. (135 + 137 + 141 + 144 + 145)/5 = 702/5 = 140.42. Average Production= (126 + 130 + 132 + 134 + 136)/5 = 131.5In 1997 and 1998 the production was 126 and 130 which is less than the average production, hence twice.3. 1997-1998(137 -135)/135 * 100= 1.481998-1999(141-137)/137*

DI Question Set-1

2008-09-20T00:27:00.000-07:00

SET 4 Questions 16-20Year 1999 Total no. of students 28,520Year 200016. What is the difference of student in engineering stream in 1999 and 2000?1. 260 2. 130 3. 390 4. 520Answer17. What was the % increase or decrease of students into Life Sciences in 1999 and 2000?1. 1.27% decrease 2. 2.7% increase 3. 1.64% increase 4. 2.7% decreaseAnswer18. What is the ratio of no. of students Graduates in

Logical Reasoning Answers Set-1

2008-09-20T00:22:00.000-07:00

Health Guru: TipsWatch the latest videos on YouTube.comLogical Reasoning Answers Set-11. In 1997 production is 91% of capacity installedTherefore=91*400,000/100=364,000Hence [3]2. Inventory for 1994Production in '94=330,000Sales=297,000 therefore inventory=33,000Inventory for 1995Production in 1995=340,000Sales in 1995=306,000 therefore inventory=34000Sales for 1996=360000Total sales=360000+34000

Logical Reasoning Question Set-1

2008-09-20T00:11:00.000-07:00

Directions for questions 1 to 25Each question is based on a passage. Select the best answer choice givenDifficulty level: ModerateProblem 1A Company manufactures chairs. In 1994 its installed capacity was 3 lacs. Now it doubled in 1998 and remained the same in 1999. Through 1995-1997 it was 2/3 the capacity of 1998. Capacity utilization is inversely proportional to capacity. In all years except