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Preparing for the SNAP exam can feel intimidating, especially if you don’t come from a maths-heavy background. Many aspirants worry about the Quantitative, Data Interpretation, and Data Sufficiency (QDID) section and assume it will hold them back.
But here’s the good news: SNAP is not a maths exam. It’s a speed + logic + accuracy exam. With the right strategy, even non-maths students can score 95-98 percentile and above by leveraging their strengths in English and Logical Reasoning, while adopting a smart approach to Quant.
I. Exam Awareness (Clarity First)
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Know the structure: 3 sections - General English, Quant + DI + DS, Logical Reasoning
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Understand the timing: 60 minutes only, so speed & accuracy are crucial
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Marking scheme: +1 for correct, -0.25 for wrong -- accuracy matters more than attempts
II. Subject-Wise Preparation (Skill Buckets)
A. Quantitative, DI & DS (Your Challenge Zone)
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Focus only on high-frequency topics: Percentages, Ratios, Averages, Profit & Loss, TSD, SI/CI
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Prioritize Data Interpretation & Data Sufficiency (logic-based, less maths)
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Use approximation & elimination to avoid long calculations
B. Logical Reasoning (Your Strength Zone)
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Topics: Arrangements, Puzzles, Series, Blood Relations, Directions, Critical Reasoning
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Practice visual solving & option elimination for speed
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This section is often the highest scoring for non-maths students
C. General English (Your Backup Scorer)
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Vocabulary - Flashcards, root words, synonyms/antonyms
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Grammar - Error spotting, sentence correction
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Reading Comprehension - Focus on tone, main idea, direct questions (SNAP RCs are short & straightforward)
III. Preparation Resources (Tools You Need)
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Books: Arun Sharma (Quant & DI), RS Aggarwal (Reasoning), Word Power Made Easy (Vocab)
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Mocks: IMS, TIME, 2IIM for sectional & full-length practice
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Apps/Online Tools: Magoosh, Oliveboard for daily quizzes
IV. Practice & Testing (Execution Matters)
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Do daily sectional practice (30-45 mins per weak area)
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Take weekly mocks initially, then bi-weekly closer to the exam
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Always analyze mistakes: Which questions took too long? Which errors repeat?
V. Strategy & Exam-Day Gameplan (The Final Push)
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Time allocation: 20 min (English) + 20 min (LR) + 20 min (Quant/DI)
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Selection rule: Attempt easy-first, skip time-drainers
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Target attempts: 35-40 with 85-90% accuracy for a 97+ percentile
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Stay calm and focused - SNAP rewards composure as much as preparation