TANCET 2022 Quantitative Ability Preparation Tips, Syllabus, Books
TANCET 2022 exam is round the corner and will be conducted on May 14 and 15, 2022. In this short span, it is important that candidates should strategize their preparation to cover all the four sections of TANCET 2022 Syllabus. Here you with get some preparation tips for the Quantitative Aptitude section, which takes 25% of the paper and requires some quick problem-solving techniques.
As there is a negative marking in the paper which can bring down your composite score. So keep reading this article to score well in the exam.
TANCET 2022 Exam Pattern
TANCET Exam Pattern for MBA and MCA programmes is depicted below
| Particulars | TANCET MBA Exam Pattern | TANCET MCA Exam Pattern |
|---|---|---|
| Exam Mode | Pen-Paper Mode | Pen-Paper Mode |
| Number of Questions | 100 | 100 |
| Exam Duration | 2 hours | 2 hours |
| Type of Questions | MCQs | MCQs |
| Number of Sections | 5 | 4 |
| Marking Scheme | You will get 1 mark for every correct answer and you will lose 1/3 mark for every wrong answer. | |
Important Topics in TANCET 2022 Quantitative Aptitude
TANCET MBA 2022 question paper consists of five sections while TANCET 2022 MCA paper has 4 sections. In both the papers, Quantitative Ability is a crucial section carrying almost equal weightage.
TANCET 2022 Syllabus for both MBA as well as MCA covers elementary mathematical topics and some complex topics from the intermediate level.
The quantitative section of TANCET 2022 will have questions from the following topics:
| Topics | Sub-topics |
|---|---|
| Arithmetic | Percentage, Profit & Loss, Ratio & Proportion, Speed-Time-Distance, Time & Work, Averages, HCF & LCM, Simple & Compound Interest |
| Algebra | Fundamental Equations, Factors, Indices, Progression (Arithmetic, Geometric, Harmonic), Linear and Quadratic Equation, Logarithm, Binomial Theorem, Permutations & Combinations, Surds, Determinants, Matrices |
| Geometry & Mensuration | Rectangular Cartesian coordinates, Equations of a line, Midpoints, Intersections, Circle, Distance, Lines, Parabola, Cylinder, Cone, Ellipse, Hyperbola, Scaling, Rotation |
Quantitative Aptitude section of TANCET MCA will additionally cover the following topics:
| Topics | Sub-Topics |
|---|---|
| Calculus | Function Limits, Continuous Functions, Maxima & Minima, Normal & Tangents, Integration of Function by Parts, Substitution and partial fractions, Defining integral applications to volumes, Surfaces of frustums of sphere, Defining integral applications to volumes |
| Differential Equation | Differential equations of first orders with solutions, Linear differential equations and their constant coefficients, Homogeneous linear equations |
| Probability & Statistics | Basic concepts of probability theory, Averages, Dependent and independent events, frequency distributions, and measures of dispersions, skewness and kurtosis, random variable and distribution functions, mathematical expectations, Binomial, Poisson, normal distributions, curve fitting, and the principle of least squares, correlation, and regression. |
TANCET Quantitative Ability 2022: Preparation Tips
Candidates preparing for TANCET 2022 should follow the proverb ‘Practice makes perfect’ to the T, as in an important section like the Quantitative Aptitude. The key is continuous practice in a timed setting.Preparation for Quantitative Aptitude should be 5-pronged: structured study plan, studying right reference material, sample paper practice, speed, and accuracy, and to top it all, self-care.
Practice Mock Tests
Repeated workings on TANCET Practice Papers within specific time-frame can help you improve your speed as well as accuracy. It is the best way for self assessment and helps to evaluate your performance on the basis of current practice.
Learn Formulas & Shortcuts on hand
Studying the formulae of the important topics on a regular basis can help you in solving the problems faster. Make a list of all the formulas and grasp them. Also make sure that when and how to use these shortcuts in minimum possible time.
Structured Study Plan
Structured Study Plan is crucial to identify your strengths and weaknesses in terms of topics to be covered and also schedule each of them for maximum practice time.
Don’t skip on topics
It is observed that we tend to leave somethings on chance, specially the weak topics. But candidates are advised not to do so in Quantitative Ability section, as it is the most scoring one. Work on te weak topics relentlessly and keep making notes for quick revision at last moment.
Study right Reference books
Studying the right reference books not only helps you cover the test syllabus in a very structured manner but is also operational for good preparation.
Speed and accuracy
Candidates are allowed a fixed time-frame to complete the entire paper of different sections. So, speed to complete the paper on time and attempting each question with accuracy is very important. More so, because in Quantitative Aptitude section, there is provision for negative marking which can reduce the composite score of a candidate. As such it is very important to maintain speed in attempting the mock test papers while being accurate at the same time in the answers.
Take good care of yourself
Taking care of oneself is crucial for any kind of success and if you are not fit enough to write your exam, no amount of preparation and practice can help you score well in the test. Moreover, a healthy body and a calm mind will help you to focus well and thus perform better in. So, self-care is of paramount importance.
TANCET 2022 Quantitative Ability Books
Plenty of books are available in the market for the preparation of Quantitative Aptitude topics mentioned above. Here, we have tabulated a few of them that you can consider referring to in your preparation for QA section of TANCET 2022 MBA/MCA.
| Book Title | Author | Publisher |
|---|---|---|
| TANCET MBA – Anna University | E.S. Ramasamy | Sura Books Pvt Ltd |
| TANCET MCA – Anna University | V.V.K Subburaj | Pearson Education |
| MBA Entrance Examination: Popular Master Guide | Hashem Abul and Gupta Anjani | Ramesh Publishing House |
| Pearson Guide to Quantitative Aptitude for MBA Entrance Examinations | Dinesh Khattar | Pearson Education |
| Numerical Methods | Srimanta Pal | - |
| Quantitative Aptitude | R.S. Agarwal | S. Chand |
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We hope this article will help you fetch better marks in TANCET 2022.
*The article might have information for the previous academic years, please refer the official website of the exam.