CAT 2023 slot 2 examination proved to be a moderate affair, standing in stark contrast to the challenges encountered in Slot 1.
The Verbal Ability section was relatively straightforward, with a mix of diverse passages. The questions were predominantly inference-based, with a few testing factual knowledge. Overall, the Verbal Ability section leaned more towards the manageable side.
The DILR section in CAT 2023 Slot 2 ranged from moderate to difficult. While the questions were not overly conditional, solving the set was crucial for answering all questions accurately.
Quantitative Aptitude in CAT 2023 Slot 2 the section was tougher than last year and the morning slot. The questions, while lengthy to read, were generally easy to solve for those whose concepts are clear. The exam started up with All Algebra 7 Questions coming together back to back intimidating the students who feared Algebra Module. Notably, the geometry questions were limited to two, deviating from the past trend. CAT 2023 Slot 2 displayed a fair mix of question types, presenting a balanced challenge to the candidates on the conceptual front.
Overall the exam was Moderate and a little tough when compared to 2022. VARC was more inference based, but had Reading comprehension passages all from the predicted Topics. DILR was Moderate in difficulty terms but felt a little Time consuming and lengthy.
CAT 2023 Slot 2 exhibited a moderate difficulty level overall, contrasting with the challenges faced in Slot 1. The Verbal Ability section was manageable, with a mix of easy and difficult passages, while the DILR section ranged from moderate to difficult. The QA section maintained a moderate difficulty level with questions resembling the previous year's paper. Despite some complexity in topics like geometry and mathematical reasoning, the paper provided a balanced mix of challenges and familiar concepts, requiring candidates to showcase adaptability and problem-solving skills. Overall, CAT 2023 Slot 2 presented a fair and well-rounded assessment for aspirants.
Negative marking existed for the Multiple choice questions; 1/3rd ie 0.33 negative marks.
Navigating the Verbal, DILR, and QA Challenges
Sectional Analysis:
Overall Difficulty: Easy to Moderate
VARC 24 Questions:
Reading comprehension was dominated in the verbal section. There were 4 passages with 4 Questions each. More inference-based questions and not factual, there were close options too so it needed little focus while solving.
TITA Verbal ability was overall Moderate.
2 Out of Context (OOC) Questions, involving 5 statements with tricky connections.
2 Parajumbles Questions, each with 4 statements.
2 Para summary Questions, with options that were easy but closely related.
2 Paragraph Completion Questions, 1 Question was tricky and 1 was doable out of the two
Summary of Questions
Reading Comprehension 16 Questions
The Reading comprehension was based on the following themes:
Passage 1: Netflix in Europe (Cultural Shift): Easy to Read
This passage offered a straightforward exploration of how Netflix is changing in Europe, focusing on cultural shifts. The ease of comprehension made it accessible to candidates.
Passage 2: History Based: Doable
Marked by difficult vocabulary, this history-based passage posed a challenge for candidates. It tested not only comprehension skills but also the ability to navigate through intricate language.
Passage 3: Self-Care Type: Little Tricky
The passage, centered around self-care, introduced a degree of trickiness. Candidates needed to navigate through nuanced content, requiring a careful understanding of the context.
Passage 4 - Liberalism: Difficult
This passage delved into liberalism and presented a challenge with very long compound sentences. Comprehending the content proved difficult, and familiarity with Aeon might have provided an advantage.
In terms of other question types, the parajumbles were easy, as were the Out of Context questions. Para Summary questions were also on the easier side. Para Completion(Fill in the Blank) consisted of one tricky and one easy question, evaluating candidates' understanding of the passages' structure.
Overall, the VARC section offered a diverse set of challenges, requiring candidates to navigate through passages of varying complexity and showcasing their reading and comprehension skills. The questions had hints of inferences which required students to understand the author’s arguments and what strengthened and weakened it.
DILR 24 Questions
The DILR section in CAT 2023 Slot 2 presented a mix of moderate to difficult sets, demanding candidates' analytical prowess and time management skills. Let's delve into the specifics of each set.
Summary of Questions
Set 1: Ride - 3 Girls Taking Ride: Moderate
This set revolved around three girls taking rides at four different time slots, each associated with a different price.
Set 2: 3x3 Grid Box with Coins Placement: Difficult
A 3x3 grid box where coins were placed in rows, requiring calculations involving mean, median, and mode. This set posed a challenge due to its calculation-intensive nature. Candidates had to navigate through intricate computations to determine the placement of coins accurately.
Set 3: Competition with Numbered Balls 1-9: Very Easy
Three individuals in a competition taking out balls numbered 1-9. This set was comparatively straightforward, testing candidates on basic logical reasoning. It provided a breather amid more complex sets.
Set 4: Start and End of 5 Companies: Moderate
Involving the start and end of five companies with the amount raised in each year. This set introduced many complex conditions but was overall manageable. 1 Crore Revenue was mentioned
The DILR section in CAT 2023 Slot 2 demanded a balanced approach from candidates, testing their ability to handle both moderately complex and challenging scenarios with the need for strategic decision-making on which sets to tackle first.
Quants 22 Questions: (TITA 8)
CAT 2023 Slot 2 brought forth a dynamic mix of questions in the Quantitative Aptitude (QA) section, consisting of 22 questions. Here's a summarized breakdown of the crucial observations:
General Observations:
The initial set of 7-8 questions predominantly delved into algebra before transitioning to arithmetic questions.
Four Type-in-the-Answer (TITA) questions were embedded within the section.
Question Distribution:
Analysis By: Sumit Singh Gandhi ( CEO, Founder CATKing ) - CATKing is a premier MBA Coaching institute of Maharashtra which focuses on strategic, engaging and high quality education.
