All you need to know about Non MCQs in CAT 2015
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All you need to know about Non MCQs in CAT 2015 One of the big changes unveiled in the pattern of Common Admission Test (CAT) this year is the inclusion of written answers for some questions in each section. The change has been introduced to reduce the scope of guess work. It is anticipated that each of the 3 sections will have 5 to 8 non MCQs. The exact number has not been disclosed by the conducting body. The comforting news for aspirants is that there is no penalty for attempting wrong non MCQs. Now candidates do not have to be afraid of losing marks while attempting the written answers. To clear the uncertainty about the pattern and the type of non MCQs, the CAT centre 2015 will be releasing the probable type of non MCQs through mocks more than a month before the exam. The mock papers will be published on the official website in the middle of October 2015. Aspirants need not solve the non MCQs computer screen. They should write their answer on the computer screen only after solving. For example if there are 4 sentences in a paragraph and one or more of them have errors of usage or vocabulary, the candidate instead of opting for one of the correct answer options will have to locate where the error lies. Then the correct answer (may be with the logic) will have to be typed on the screen like ‘So and so sentences have correct/incorrect usage, hence the correct answer is…” With about three months left for CAT 2015 aspirants should have a preparation strategy in place and keep the following tips in mind to streamline their study plan: To learn time management and strengthen your skills, enroll yourself in some good CAT coaching class. Plan the right and optimum preparation strategy. This would involve when to prepare what.
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One of the big changes unveiled in the pattern of Common Admission Test (CAT) this year is the inclusion of written answers for some questions in each section. The change has been introduced to reduce the scope of guess work.
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All you need to know about Non MCQs in CAT 2015
One of the big changes unveiled in the pattern of Common Admission Test (CAT) this year is the inclusion of written answers for some questions in each section. The change has been introduced to reduce the scope of guess work.
It is anticipated that each of the 3 sections will have 5 to 8 non MCQs. The exact number has not been disclosed by the conducting body.
The comforting news for aspirants is that there is no penalty for attempting wrong non MCQs. Now candidates do not have to be afraid of losing marks while attempting the written answers.
To clear the uncertainty about the pattern and the type of non MCQs, the CAT centre 2015 will be releasing the probable type of non MCQs through mocks more than a month before the exam. The mock papers will be published on the official website in the middle of October 2015.
Aspirants need not solve the non MCQs computer screen. They should write their answer on the computer screen only after solving. For example if there are 4 sentences in a paragraph and one or more of them have errors of usage or vocabulary, the candidate instead of opting for one of the correct answer options will have to locate where the error lies. Then the correct answer (may be with the logic) will have to be typed on the screen like ‘So and so sentences have correct/incorrect usage, hence the correct answer is…”
With about three months left for CAT 2015 aspirants should have a preparation strategy in place and keep the following tips in mind to streamline their study plan:
To learn time management and strengthen your skills, enroll yourself in some good CAT coaching class.
Plan the right and optimum preparation strategy. This would involve when to prepare what.
Analyze the exam pattern. A lot of model papers are available in the market or over internet. Procure these model papers and take at least 2 or 3 tests in a week. In this way you would be able to strengthen your knowledge and then prepare yourself accordingly.
Shortcuts should be avoided. Many students follow the shortcut methods to clear the exam but you will falter in the long run. You should prepare all the papers according to the syllabus.
Last but not the least relax and keep your calm. There have been many cases of candidates with bright academic profile; still they could not crack any entrance test.
