10 Must-Know Tricks to Crack Aptitude Questions Faster


Author: PK Classes, Aundh, Pune

Date: August 5, 2025

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Competitive exams like MBA CET 2025 and Banking exams demand not only accuracy but also speed. Students often struggle to complete the paper on time — even if they know the answers.


At PK Classes, Aundh, we believe in smart preparation. That’s why we’re sharing 10 proven tips to help you solve aptitude questions faster and with more confidence.



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✅ 1. Eliminate Options First


Don’t jump into long calculations. Look at the options — you can often eliminate 2-3 quickly, making the question easier.



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✅ 2. Memorize Squares and Cubes


Learn squares up to 30 and cubes up to 20. It’ll save you 20–30 seconds per question — a game changer in speed-based tests.



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✅ 3. Use Vedic Math Tricks


Tricks like "vertically and crosswise" or "base method" can help in multiplication, division, and simplification.

We teach these daily in our classes.



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✅ 4. Learn Approximation Techniques


Use rounding off where possible. Example:

Instead of solving 49.8 × 2.01, approximate it to 50 × 2 = 100.



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✅ 5. Focus on Easy Questions First


Don’t waste time on tough questions in your first attempt. Solve the easy ones, mark the hard ones for review.



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✅ 6. Practice DI Sets with Strategy


Data Interpretation is all about speed. Learn how to spot patterns and avoid unnecessary calculation.



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✅ 7. Shortcuts for Percentage & Ratio


Master formulas and tricks to solve these without pen and paper. Example:

25% of a number = divide by 4.



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✅ 8. Use Mental Math Daily


Make it a habit to solve simple sums in your head. It improves calculation speed over time.



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✅ 9. Time Your Practice


Use a stopwatch when solving mock tests. Practice 25 questions in 20 minutes to build exam temperament.



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✅ 10. Learn from Your Mistakes


After every test, analyze which tricks worked and which didn’t. Keep improving.

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