Students preparing for the Common Admission Test (CAT) 2025 can expect 1 to 2 questions from the Number System section. This is based on analysis of question papers from previous years. The Number System is an important part of the Quantitative Aptitude section of the CAT exam.
Even though questions from the Number System are usually basic, students should study well. Topics like LCM (Least Common Multiple) , HCF (Highest Common Factor) , and arithmetic are part of this section. Preparing well helps students avoid mistakes.
Number of Questions from Number System (Past Trends)
Looking at the last few years, the number of questions from the Number System section in CAT has changed. Students can use this information to plan their study for CAT 2025 .
| Year | Number of Questions |
| 2025 (Expected) | 1-2 |
| 2024 | 2-3 |
| 2023 | 1-2 |
| 2022 | 1 |
The analysis shows a slight decrease in the number of questions from this section over the years. However, it remains a fundamental topic for the exam.
How to Prepare for CAT 2025 Number System
Students can follow these tips to prepare well for the Number System section and solve problems faster:
- Spend time learning the properties of numbers. After that, focus on divisibility rules and factorization rules.
- Practice questions from past years' CAT exam papers. This helps students understand how hard the questions can be.
- Do not skip the HCF and LCM topics. They are very important parts of the Number System and often carry more marks.
- Use the expected number of questions for each topic to plan your study schedule. This helps cover all important parts of the Number System.
The CAT 2025 exam is a key test for admission to management programs. Students should focus on understanding the basics and practicing regularly to do well in the Number System section and other parts of the Quantitative Aptitude section.
