Here are some must read MAH MBA CET 2025 preparation tips for Logical & Abstract Reasoning. Check topics to prepare and how to tackle nearly 100 questions of this section some of which can be tricky.
Logical & Abstract Reasoning forms a major part of MAH CET MBA question paper. Together, these two topics carry 50 per cent of the total weightage. The total number of questions from Logical & Abstract Reasoning topics are nearly 100 in MAH MBA CET. Thus, it is very important to prepare for this section with utmost focus and care. MAH CET Logical Reasoning questions are of moderate difficulty level, but need focused preparation. Candidates planning to appear for MAH MBA CET 2025 must read the preparation tips for Logical & Abstract Reasoning shared in this article.
MAH MBA CET 2025 exam will be held on April 1, 2 and 3, 2025 so now is the time to focus on the core areas. Preparation of Logical and Abstract Reasoning section of MAH CET MBA is all about practicing different types of questions and solving them with speed and accuracy. In the MAH CET 2025 exam, you can first aim at achieving the sectional cut off and then build your score upon it. This is a smart strategy and works in all exams. Take a look at some key preparation tips for MAH MBA CET Logical & Abstract Reasoning section below.
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MAH MBA CET 2025: How to Crack Logical & Abstract Reasoning
The Logical & Abstract Reasoning questions dominate the MAH CET MBA question paper. Let’s take a look at the highlights of this section:
MAH MBA CET 2025: Logical & Abstract Reasoning |
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---|---|
Total Number of questions |
100 |
Logical Reasoning questions |
75 |
Abstract Reasoning questions |
25 |
Marks per question |
1 |
Negative marking |
No |
Total marks |
100 |
Difficulty level of questions |
Easy to moderate |
Good attempts |
42-45 in Logical Reasoning 18-20 in Abstract Reasoning |
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What is the break up of MAH MBA CET Logical & Abstract Reasoning section?
The 75 questions of Logical Reasoning are usually based on series completion, analogy, similar pair, circular arrangement, linear arrangement, vertical arrangement, rows, scheduling, matrix, logical comparison, coding, direction and data sufficiency and verbal reasoning. The Verbal Reasoning questions are asked in the form of critical reasoning and syllogism.
The Abstract Reasoning section of MAH MBA CET question paper consists of questions on Series Completion, Analogy and Similar Pair. The candidates have to solve the questions on the basis of images.
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Tips to Crack Logical & Abstract Reasoning Section of MAH CET MBA 2025
- The overall difficulty level of this section of MBA CET is easy to moderate, so it is not difficult to crack it. The simple rule for Logical Reasoning preparation is practice.
- Since there is no formula to be memorised and no theorem to be understood, all you need to do is practice various types of questions from logical, critical, verbal, non-verbal and abstract reasoning.
- The best way of cracking Logical Reasoning section of any entrance exam is practice of sample questions and mock tests. Candidates preparing for MAH MBA CET can find mock tests and sample questions online. Several videos are also available explaining different approaches for different reasoning questions. They can also attempt the official MAH MBA CET mock test available at CET-ATAL portal. Make the best use of the internet.
- During MAH CET 2025 preparation phase, practice a few reasoning questions daily. This will help you to not only develop the skill of understanding the layers and patterns of the questions but will also help in increasing the speed of reading, understanding and solving the questions.
- In the MAH MBA CET exam, keep a simple approach. Read the reasoning questions carefully. Break down the question into parts to know what is the actual question. The clue to the right answer is usually in the question only.
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- You can use the method of elimination in this section. Since, Reasoning is all about the use of interpretive and intuitive skills, start with rejecting the impossible options until you arrive at the right option or the one closest to the answer.
- In abstract reasoning questions of MAH MBA CET 2025, you can also visualize the problem or draw pattern, grid or image to help you solve the problem.
- MAH MBA CET doesn’t have sectional time limit, and there is no condition of solving the paper in a pre-defined chronology either. In the last two year, the questions have been presented in jumbled form, i.e. there was no section wise. So, we suggest that you attempt Reasoning questions first, irrespective of whether it is your strong or weak area. It carries too much weightage to be left for last.
- Even though there is no negative marking in MAH MBA CET, don’t spend too much time on a question. The MBA CET often has some tricky questions. Solve easier questions first and come back later if time permits.
- In the MAH MBA CET 2025 exam, aim to solve about 65-70 questions from this section. If you manage to solve that many with accuracy, you can be rest assured of a good score.
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