If you’re facing all of this:

• Questions taking too long

• Not knowing how to start

• Forgetting formulas mid-question

• Silly mistakes even after solving correctly

Then the problem is not “math weakness.” It’s that you haven’t built a repeatable system yet.

For the next 2-3 weeks, do only this:

1. Limit your syllabus
Stick to:

• Percentages

• Ratio & Proportion

• Averages

• Basic Algebra

Don’t jump topics. Depth > coverage.

2. Fix your approach early
For every topic, decide:
“How will I solve this type every time?”

• Percentages - convert to fractions

• Ratio - assume values

• Averages - base method

Don’t keep changing methods based on solutions.

3. Slow practice > fast mistakes
Right now, speed doesn’t matter.

Take 3-4 minutes per question if needed, but:

• Understand the structure

• Write clean steps

• Avoid mental shortcuts

4. Questions taking too long
This usually happens because you’re still figuring out the approach during the mock.

If you’re thinking “how to solve” after reading the question, you’re still in the learning phase not test phase.

When you practice, your focus shouldn’t just be solving it should be:

• Which method am I using?

• Why does this method work for this type?

• When should I use it again?

So in a mock, you’re not thinking “how do I solve this?”
You’re recognizing the type and already know the method to apply.

Forgetting formulas

• Keep a small formula sheet

• Revise daily for 10 minutes

• More importantly: apply them in questions repeatedly

Mocks

Don’t aim to solve everything. Pick questions that feel familiar and solvable. Even if you attempt: 8-10 questions properly that’s enough for a strong score for initial days

Right now, your goal should not only be: become good at math

Your goal should be how can i become comfortable with CAT-type questions