Quantitative Aptitude – Simplification Basics (Easy Method & Tricks)
Simplification is the easiest and most scoring topic in Quant. It tests your calculation speed and accuracy.
BODMAS Rule
B → Brackets
O → Orders (powers)
D → Division
M → Multiplication
A → Addition
S → Subtraction
Follow this order while solving.
Easy Example
Question:
10 + 5 × 2
Solution:
5 × 2 = 10
10 + 10 = 20 ✔
Fractions Example
Question:
(10 + 20) ÷ 5
Solution:
10 + 20 = 30
30 ÷ 5 = 6 ✔
Decimal Example
Question:
2.5 + 1.5
Answer: 4 ✔
Quick Tricks
- Solve multiplication first
- Avoid long calculations
- Use approximation if needed
Practice Questions
Q1: 20 + 5 × 3 = ?
Q2: (15 + 5) ÷ 4 = ?
Q3: 10 × 2 + 5 = ?
Answers
Q1: 35
Q2: 5
Q3: 25
Final Tip
Practice simplification daily to improve speed. This topic helps you gain quick marks in exams.
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