Summary of Strategy to improve CAT Quant % to 90+ | CAT Paper Strategy | Patrick Dsouza | 6 times CAT 100%ile

Summary of Main Ideas and Concepts

The video, presented by Patrick Dsouza, focuses on strategies to improve scores in the Quantitative Ability (QA) section of the CAT exam, aiming for a score of 90% or above. Dsouza emphasizes a structured approach to preparation and exam strategy, adapting to the increasing difficulty of the CAT over the years.

Key Strategies and Steps

Understanding Score Requirements:
- The score needed to achieve 90% varies with the difficulty of the exam. For example, CAT 22 required 17 marks, while CAT 23 required only 13 marks for a similar percentile due to increased difficulty.
Step-by-Step Improvement:
- Step 1: Aim for a Basic Score (5+ Marks)
  - Attempt 3-4 questions and aim to get 2-3 correct.
  - Focus on accuracy rather than attempting too many questions.
  - Spend the first 6 minutes going through all questions, marking them as easy, medium, or tough.
  - Solve all easy questions first before moving on to medium ones.
- Step 2: Target Double-Digit Scores (10+ Marks)
  - Attempt 5 questions and aim to get 4 correct.
  - Solve easy questions immediately in the first round.
  - Complete this in about 25-30 minutes, then revisit medium questions in the last 10-15 minutes.
- Step 3: Aim for 15+ Marks
  - Increase attempts to 7-9 questions, aiming for 6-7 correct answers.
  - Maintain the strategy of solving easy questions first and marking others for later.
  - Ensure you’re familiar with more topics as you progress.
Adaptability and Strategy Modification:
- Adjust your strategy based on the difficulty of the paper and the required cut-offs.
- Experiment with different strategies to find what works best for you.
- Avoid jumping ahead in the preparation process; focus on gradual improvement to minimize negative marking.
stress management:
- A good strategy reduces stress levels, which can enhance performance during the exam.

Conclusion

Patrick Dsouza emphasizes the importance of a structured approach, focusing on accuracy, gradual improvement, and adaptability in strategies to achieve a high score in the CAT QA section.

Speaker

Patrick Dsouza - A six-time CAT 100 percentile achiever and educator.

Notable Quotes

— 05:27 — « If you don't modify your strategy accordingly, you will get stressed and you just go low marks. »

— 05:41 — « Having a good strategy also ensures that your stress levels in the exam are lesser. »

— 05:49 — « Experimenting is important because different strategies work for different students. »

— 05:55 — « Avoid jumping direct to step three or four; focus on trying to go step by step. »