The CAT 2019 Slot 2 Quantitative Ability section featured several questions that incorporated examples from Indian local products and markets. One notable question involved calculating profit margins for a local artisan selling handmade textiles, requiring test-takers to apply percentage and ratio concepts to a real-world Indian business scenario.
Another problem focused on a family-run spice shop in Kerala, where candidates had to determine the optimal mixing ratios for various spice blends to maximize profits while maintaining quality standards. This question tested algebraic equations and optimization techniques in the context of India\“s thriving spice industry.
The section also included data interpretation questions based on sales figures of traditional Indian sweets during festival seasons, requiring analysis of growth patterns and seasonal variations in consumer spending. These questions not only evaluated mathematical skills but also reflected the diversity of India\“s local commerce and manufacturing sectors. |
