Quantitative Aptitude" by R.S.

Aggarwal is structured to cover a

comprehensive range of topics in mathematics, focusing primarily on
quantitative aptitude skills required for various competitive exams. Here
are some details about the book:
• Topic Coverage: The book covers a wide array of topics, including:
• Arithmetic: Number system, HCF and LCM, Simplification, Decimal fractions,
Ratio and proportion, Percentage, Profit and loss, Average, Simple and
compound interest, Time and work, Time and distance, Problems on trains,
Boats and streams, Pipes and cisterns.
• Algebra: Basic algebraic identities, Linear equations, Quadratic equations,
Polynomials, Arithmetic progression, Geometric progression.
• Geometry: Angles and lines, Triangles, Quadrilaterals, Circles, Area and
perimeter, Volume and surface area.
• Data Interpretation: Tables, Pie charts, Bar graphs, Line graphs, Mixed graphs,
Data sufficiency.
• Explanations and Examples: Each topic is explained in a clear and
concise manner, with step-by-step explanations of concepts. The book
provides numerous solved examples to illustrate each concept and
help students understand the underlying principles.
• Practice Exercises: After each topic, there are plenty of practice
exercises and problems for students to solve. These exercises are
graded in difficulty level, starting from basic to advanced, to ensure a
progressive understanding of the topic.
• Previous Years' Questions: The book often includes previous years'
questions from various competitive exams, giving students an idea of
the type of questions asked and helping them prepare accordingly.
• Solutions and Answer Keys: Detailed solutions to all the exercises and
problems are provided at the end of the book, along with answer keys
for quick reference and self-assessment.
• Overall, "Quantitative Aptitude" by R.S. Aggarwal is well-regarded for
its comprehensive coverage, clear explanations, ample practice
material, and suitability for various competitive exams. It's widely
used by students preparing for exams such as CAT, SSC, banking, and
other government job exams in India.