General Knowledge Class 10 - Quantitative Aptitude-And-Logical-Reasoning Notes

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Quantitative Aptitude and Logical Reasoning

Welcome to the chapter on Quantitative Aptitude and Logical Reasoning for Class 10. In this chapter, you will learn how to solve mathematical problems quickly and accurately, and how to think logically to answer reasoning questions. By the end of this chapter, you will be able to tackle a variety of aptitude and reasoning questions with confidence!

Introduction

Quantitative aptitude tests your ability to solve numerical problems, while logical reasoning checks your ability to think clearly and make decisions. These skills are important for exams and real-life situations.

Key Concepts

  • Quantitative Aptitude: Solving problems related to numbers, arithmetic, algebra, geometry, and data interpretation.
  • Logical Reasoning: Solving puzzles, finding patterns, and making logical connections.

Quantitative Aptitude Topics

  • Number Systems
  • Percentages and Ratios
  • Averages
  • Profit and Loss
  • Simple and Compound Interest
  • Time, Speed, and Distance
  • Mensuration (Area and Volume)
  • Data Interpretation (Tables, Graphs, Charts)

Logical Reasoning Topics

  • Series and Patterns
  • Analogies
  • Classification
  • Coding-Decoding
  • Blood Relations
  • Direction Sense
  • Venn Diagrams
  • Puzzles

Sample Quantitative Aptitude Questions

  1. If a train travels 120 km in 2 hours, what is its speed?
  2. Find the simple interest on ₹5000 at 5% per annum for 2 years.
  3. What is 25% of 200?
  4. If the ratio of boys to girls in a class is 3:2 and there are 30 students, how many are girls?
  5. A rectangle has length 10 cm and width 5 cm. What is its area?

Sample Logical Reasoning Questions

  1. What comes next in the series: 2, 4, 8, 16, ___?
  2. Find the odd one out: Apple, Banana, Carrot, Mango.
  3. If A is the sister of B and B is the brother of C, how is A related to C?
  4. If NORTH is coded as 12345, how is HORN coded?
  5. Which direction will you face if you start facing east and turn right twice?

Tips for Success

  • Practice regularly to improve speed and accuracy.
  • Read questions carefully and look for keywords.
  • Use shortcuts and tricks for calculations.
  • Break down complex problems into simple steps.

Challenge Yourself

  • Solve 10 quantitative aptitude questions every day.
  • Try to solve a new puzzle or reasoning question each week.

Did You Know?

  • Logical reasoning is used in many competitive exams and job interviews.
  • Quantitative aptitude helps you in daily life, like shopping and budgeting.

Glossary

  • Quantitative: Related to numbers and calculations.
  • Reasoning: Thinking in a logical way to solve problems.
  • Series: A sequence of numbers or objects that follow a pattern.
  • Ratio: A comparison of two numbers.

Answers to Sample Questions

  • Quantitative Aptitude:
    • 60 km/h
    • ₹500
    • 50
    • 12 girls
    • 50 cm²
  • Logical Reasoning:
    • 32
    • Carrot
    • Sister
    • 5312
    • South

Practice quantitative aptitude and logical reasoning every day to sharpen your mind and succeed in exams!