In India, the CAT 2021 Slot 1 Quantitative Aptitude section featured a variety of problems focusing on local products and mathematical concepts. For instance, one question involved calculating the profit percentage for a seller of traditional Indian spices like turmeric and cumin. The solution required applying percentage formulas to determine the cost price and selling price based on given data.
Another problem dealt with the production rates of handmade textiles, such as sarees from Varanasi, where candidates had to solve for time and work efficiencies using ratios. These questions not only tested quantitative skills but also highlighted India\“s rich cultural products, making the exam relevant to local contexts. |
