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Approximation Tricks (Fast Calculation) – Bank Exams

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Approximation math tricks

1. What is Approximation?

Approximation means solving questions by rounding values.

👉 Used when exact value is not required


2. Basic Rounding Rules

  • 49 ≈ 50
  • 102 ≈ 100
  • 498 ≈ 500

Round to nearest easy number (10, 100, 1000)


3. Division Approximation

👉 Example:

498 ÷ 9 ≈ 500 ÷ 10 = 50 ✔


4. Multiplication Approximation

👉 Example:

49 × 21 ≈ 50 × 20 = 1000 ✔


5. Square Approximation

49² ≈ 50² = 2500 ✔


6. When to Use?

  • Options are far apart ✔
  • Time is less ✔
  • Complex calculation ✔

7. Common Mistakes

  • Over-rounding ❌
  • Ignoring options ❌
  • Wrong estimation ❌

8. Topper Tip

Always check options before approximation. Choose nearest correct answer.


9. Quick Practice

51 × 19 ≈ ?

👉 50 × 20 = 1000 ✔


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