There are 160 to 220 objective type CAT sample questions and divided into three to four sections.
Each CAT sample question question has four alternate answer choices and the candidate has to choose
the best answer for each of the questions and mark it on a special Optical Reader answer sheet.
The duration of the test is of 120 minutes. This literally translates to answering a CAT question
in 48 seconds. Most successful aspirants do not attempt anything more than 120 plus questions. And
quite a lot of them attempt between 85 and 100 questions.
1. The accuracy or strike rate
Each correct question carries 1 positive mark, while each incorrect question carries negative marks. Hence, it is important to get a strike rate of over 85% - that is reduce the number of negatives.
2. Smart Selection
As you will not be generally able to attempt all CAT sample question, and you skip between 30 and 50 questions. Most important thing to success is selecting questions properly. Remember, every correct question carries the same 1-mark and each incorrect answer carries a one-third negative. So be careful and choose the questions that you have practised a lot and smash them.
CAT evaluates your presence of mind and the ability to perform under pressure. You cannot prepare for CAT during the last 10 days.Minimum of 3 to 9 months of regular preparation is essential.
CAT sample questions tests your skills in four broad areas :
1. Verbal
2. Math (Quantitative)
3. Analytical
4. General Awareness
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