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CSC Techniques in Numerical Reasoning Test

The document provides an overview of key concepts in numerical reasoning tests, including decimals, fractions, positive and negative numbers, number series, and problem solving. For decimals, addition and subtraction involve lining up numbers at the decimal point, while multiplication requires counting decimal places and division involves moving the decimal point. Fractions can be added by finding a common denominator first. Multiplying fractions involves multiplying numerators and denominators, while dividing fractions uses inverting the second fraction. Positive and negative numbers follow specific rules for addition, subtraction, multiplication and division depending on sign. Number series questions assess finding patterns to determine the next number in the sequence. Problem solving requires analyzing word problems and applying mathematical logic.

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CSC Techniques in Numerical Reasoning Test

The document provides an overview of key concepts in numerical reasoning tests, including decimals, fractions, positive and negative numbers, number series, and problem solving. For decimals, addition and subtraction involve lining up numbers at the decimal point, while multiplication requires counting decimal places and division involves moving the decimal point. Fractions can be added by finding a common denominator first. Multiplying fractions involves multiplying numerators and denominators, while dividing fractions uses inverting the second fraction. Positive and negative numbers follow specific rules for addition, subtraction, multiplication and division depending on sign. Number series questions assess finding patterns to determine the next number in the sequence. Problem solving requires analyzing word problems and applying mathematical logic.

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Techniques in Numerical Reasoning Test

For the purpose of reviewing better, I’m going to share here some concepts of Math because like
I said, you have to know the basics before you solve everything. I know I have to share these
because this is an online reviewer in the first place. Reviewing is practice.

Decimals:

For Addition and Subtraction, it is very simple and easy. Just line up the given numbers though
their decimal point. If it has no decimal point, put one or convert one. Put zeros to complement
the numbers if needed.

I remember there are many questions about decimals when I took the exam. Lots involve with
multiplication and division. Same with fractions, I think I enjoyed that part so much because
fractions are my thing.

 Examples: 

5.98 + 6 + ¾ = ______

1.25 + 1.5 + 7.875 ______

25 – 8.35 – 1.3 + _______

For Multiplication, don’t take it too hard because it is very simply too. Just multiply the
numbers and count the decimal places to the right of the given numbers then move in that
decimal (count) from the right answer to the left.

 Example: 3.05 x 1.4 =?

For Division, you have to divide the classic way by making the divisor a whole number. You
need to move the decimal place to the right to make it a whole number then do the same way
with the dividend. Add zeros to the dividend if necessary. See example below.

 Example:  0.35 ÷ 1.4 (0.35 is the dividend and 1.4 is the divisor here)
Fractions:

Some of the questions in Math and Quantitative Numerical Reasoning tests involve with
fractions because they are also related to decimals, percent, mixed numbers and algebraic
expressions. Again, if you master solving fractions, it will be a great edge for you.

Addition and Subtraction of Fractions

In this process, the easiest way is to always simplify the fractions by finding the LCD aka least
common denominator, then apply the operation. If the result is improper fraction (numerator is
bigger than denominator), simplify it too by giving the mixed number.

How to Multiply and Divide Fractions?

To multiply fractions is easier. Just multiply both the numerator then multiply both the
denominator. Simplify the product is you must.

 Example: ½ x ¾ = 3/8

To divide fractions, inverse the second fraction then we follow the rules in multiplication. You
can also cross-multiply the given fractions.

 Example: How many 1/3’s are there in ½?

Converting Fractions to Decimals and vice versa

In converting fractions to decimals, just divide the numbers and round them off.

 Examples:

1/3 = .333
5/8 = .625
7/8 = .875

Another way is to find a number to multiply by the denominator to make it 10, 100 or 1000…

 Example:
Positive and Negative Numbers:

Addition and Subtraction

 Positive + Positive = Positive

 Negative + Negative = Negative

 Positive + Negative = Subtract the two and use the sign of the bigger number

 Positive – Negative = Change the sign of the Subtrahend and follow the rules of Addition

 Negative – Negative = Change the sign of the Subtrahend and follow the rules of
Addition

Multiplication and Division:

 Multiplying and dividing numbers with similar sign equals Positive ( + x + = +) and (– x
–=+)

 Multiplying and dividing numbers with different signs equals Negative ( + x – = – ) and (
–x+=–)

Number Series and Sequence:

There are also logical sequence and number series in this Math exam. Of course you have to find
the next number from the pattern. You will know the right answers by applying the same method
you used in a sequence to get the next number or the next.

Examples:

3, 5, 7, 9, 11, 13
2, 4, 8, 16, 32, 64, 128

Problem Solving:

We cannot miss to include this scope here because every Math exam has problem solving. The
key to find the correct answers is to analyse the given case well and understand what is being
asked. Apply your magical Math logic.

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