The Common Admission Test (CAT) conducted by Indian Institute of Management (IIM) in November 2018 had quite a few surprises in store for the candidates, especially those appearing for the first time. But, as you know, an obstacle, if turned into an opportunity, makes all the difference. Similarly, preparing for these surprises could have turned your preparation into something more effective and refined.
This article will help you analyze CAT 2018 Slot 1 DILR paper and prepare efficiently for future CATs.
The Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning (DILR) section of CAT 2018 Slot 1 was widely regarded as one of the easiest in recent years. The overall difficulty level was moderate, with a good mix of easy, moderate, and difficult questions.
Key Findings:
Data Interpretation:
Logical Reasoning:
Data Interpretation:
Logical Reasoning:
Data Interpretation:
Logical Reasoning:
Given the moderate difficulty level of the paper, candidates should have been able to complete the section within the allotted time of 60 minutes. Here's a recommended time allocation:
DILR is an important part of CAT as it tests your analytical and reasoning abilities. Strong performance in DILR can improve your overall score and increase your chances of getting into a top IIM.
If you're planning to take CAT in the future, start preparing for DILR right away. Practice regularly, focus on accuracy, and manage your time effectively. With consistent effort and dedication, you can excel in DILR and achieve your dream of getting into a top IIM.
Story 1:
A candidate was struggling with a difficult data interpretation question. He kept staring at the data for over 10 minutes without making any progress. Finally, he realized that he had been ignoring the title of the table, which contained important information that would have helped him solve the question.
Lesson Learned: Always read the question carefully and pay attention to all the details.
Story 2:
Another candidate was confident that he had found the answer to a logical reasoning question. However, he made a silly mistake in his calculation and ended up with the wrong answer.
Lesson Learned: Double-check your answers before submitting them.
Story 3:
A third candidate was running out of time and had to guess the answer to a difficult DILR question. Fortunately, he guessed correctly and got the full marks for the question.
Lesson Learned: Sometimes, it's better to take a calculated risk than to leave a question unanswered.
Table 1: DILR Question Type Distribution
Question Type | Number of Questions |
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Data Interpretation | 12 |
Table | 6 |
Chart | 3 |
Graph | 3 |
Logical Reasoning | 12 |
Syllogism | 5 |
Critical Reasoning | 4 |
Puzzle | 3 |
Table 2: DILR Difficulty Level
Difficulty Level | Number of Questions |
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Data Interpretation | ** |
Easy | 6 |
Moderate | 4 |
Difficult | 2 |
Logical Reasoning | ** |
Easy | 4 |
Moderate | 6 |
Difficult | 2 |
Table 3: Recommended Time Allocation for DILR
Section | Time Allotted |
---|---|
Data Interpretation | 30 minutes |
Logical Reasoning | 30 minutes |
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