The CAT 2023 Slot 1 Quantitative Ability section featured several questions focusing on Indian local products and their mathematical applications. One notable question involved calculating profit margins for a local artisan selling handmade textiles from Gujarat.
Another problem required candidates to analyze sales data of traditional Indian spices like turmeric and cardamom, applying percentage calculations to determine quarterly growth rates. The section also included geometry problems related to the dimensions of traditional Indian storage containers used for grains and pulses.
Several questions incorporated real-world scenarios involving Indian small businesses, requiring candidates to apply mathematical concepts to solve problems related to inventory management, pricing strategies, and revenue optimization for local products. |
