How to Prepare for Data Interpretation for CAT

Preface to the Eighth Edition 
Preface to the First Edition 
Acknowledgements 


Developing your Calculations
Chapter 1: Additions and Subtractions (As an Extension of Additions)
Chapter 2: Divisions, Percentage Calculations and Ratio Comparisons


Section I Traditional Data Interpretation


Part 1: Basic Modes of Data Representation


Chapter 1 Data Interpretation—An Overview 
What is Data? 
Data Represents Variables 
The Need for Capturing Data 
Definition of Data Interpretation 
Organisation and Presentation of Data 


Chapter 2 Tables 
Introduction 
Exercise 
Answer Key 
Solutions 


Chapter 3 Bar Graphs 
Simple Bar Chart 
Stacked Bar Chart 
Composite Bar Chart 
The Use of Bar Charts to Show Deviations 
Representation of Percentage on a Stacked Bar Chart 
Exercise 
Answer Key 
Solutions 


Chapter 4 Line Graphs and X-Y Charts 
The Typical Data Shown on an X-Y Chart Involves a Time Series 
Exercise 
Answer Key 
Solutions 


Chapter 5 Pie Charts 
Exercise 
Answer Key 
Solutions 


Chapter 6 Data Caselets 
Introduction 
Exercise 
Answer Key 
Solutions 


Chapter 7 Multiple and Miscellaneous Charts 
DI on Multiple Charts/Graphs and Tables 
Miscellaneous Graphs 
Spider Graph and How to Read It 
Answer Key 
Solutions 




Part 2: How to think in Traditional Data Interpretation


Chapter 1 Introduction to Traditional Data Interpretation & Mathematical
Constructs in Traditional Data Interpretation 
What is Traditional Data Interpretation? 


Chapter 2 How to Think in Traditional Data Interpretation 


Part 3: Mock Test Papers (Based on the Latest Cat Pattern)


LOD 1
Mock Test Paper 1- 7


LOD 2
Mock Test Paper 8- 26


Answer Key 
Solutions 


Section II Logical Data Interpretation


Part 1: How to Think in Logical Data Interpretation


Chapter 1 Introduction to Logical Data Interpretation 
Introduction to Logical Data Interpretation 


Chapter 2 How to Think in Logical Data Interpretation 


Part 2: Twelve-Minute Tests
Test 1- 30


Answer Key 
Solutions 


Part 3: Mock Tests on Logical Data Interpretation


LOD 2
Mock Test Paper 1- 8


LOD 3
Mock Test Paper 9- 28


Answer 
Solutions 


Section III Data Interpretation from Archives

Part 1: CAT Examination Paper


CAT 2022 Slot 1 
Answer Key 
Solutions 


CAT 2022 Slot 2 
Answer Key 
Solutions 


CAT 2022 Slot 3 
Answer Key 
Solutions 


CAT 2021 Slot 1 
Answer Key 
Solutions 

Overview: 
The 8th edition of How to Prepare for Data Interpretation for CAT has been developed as per the latest trend and pattern of the CAT examination. This book is a one-stop solution for CAT and MBA examinations aspirants to excel in the Data Interpretation section of all key management entrance examinations. It also contains the best advisory for each and every type of questions asked in the competitive examinations.
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Key Features
• Comprehensive coverage of Data Interpretation in three Sections – Traditional Data Interpretation, Logical Data Interpretation and Solved CAT Papers (2021 and 2022) 
• Traditional Data Interpretation provides exhaustive view and study resources including

  i.   Basic Modes of Data Interpretation 
  ii.  How to think in Data Interpretation
  iii. 26 Mock Test Papers

• Logical Data Interpretation comprehensively follows latest CAT pattern including 

  i.   How to think in Logical Data Interpretation
  ii.  30 Twelve-Minute Test Papers
  iii. 28 Mock Test Papers

• Solved CAT Papers containing in-depth analysis and solutions 
• Detailed solutions to questions in all levels of difficulties (LODs) 
• Exhaustive and time-bound practice questions to strengthen speed-with-accuracy
• Mock tests available online for the aspirant’s benefit
• Additional Solved CAT Papers (2017-2022) available online with detailed analyses