Numerical Reasoning Tips & Hacks
The Math section is the most feared part of the CSE. Master these simple techniques.
Order of Operations (PEMDAS)
Always resolve equations in this sequence: Parentheses, Exponents, Multiplication & Division (left to right), Addition & Subtraction (left to right).
Fraction and Percentage Hacks
Learn basic fraction-to-decimal conversions:
- $1/8 = 12.5%$
- $1/6 \approx 16.7%$
- $3/8 = 37.5%$
Word Problem Setup
Convert words directly to math:
- "is" means equal ($=$)
- "of" means multiply ($\times$)
- "more than" means add ($+$)
