{"id":54287,"date":"2026-07-17T10:00:36","date_gmt":"2026-07-17T04:30:36","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/?p=54287"},"modified":"2026-07-17T10:00:40","modified_gmt":"2026-07-17T04:30:40","slug":"maths-tricks-pdf","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/maths-tricks-pdf\/","title":{"rendered":"SSC CGL &amp; CHSL Maths Tricks, Check Basics &amp; Speed"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_77 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of content<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" style=\"display:none;\">Toggle<\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-icon-toggle-span\"><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" class=\"list-377408\" width=\"20px\" height=\"20px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" fill=\"none\"><path d=\"M6 6H4v2h2V6zm14 0H8v2h12V6zM4 11h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2zM4 16h2v2H4v-2zm16 0H8v2h12v-2z\" fill=\"currentColor\"><\/path><\/svg><svg style=\"fill: #999;color:#999\" class=\"arrow-unsorted-368013\" xmlns=\"http:\/\/www.w3.org\/2000\/svg\" width=\"10px\" height=\"10px\" viewBox=\"0 0 24 24\" version=\"1.2\" baseProfile=\"tiny\"><path d=\"M18.2 9.3l-6.2-6.3-6.2 6.3c-.2.2-.3.4-.3.7s.1.5.3.7c.2.2.4.3.7.3h11c.3 0 .5-.1.7-.3.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7zM5.8 14.7l6.2 6.3 6.2-6.3c.2-.2.3-.5.3-.7s-.1-.5-.3-.7c-.2-.2-.4-.3-.7-.3h-11c-.3 0-.5.1-.7.3-.2.2-.3.5-.3.7s.1.5.3.7z\"\/><\/svg><\/span><\/span><\/span><\/a><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 eztoc-toggle-hide-by-default' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/maths-tricks-pdf\/#What_Basic_Maths_should_SSC_CGL_and_CHSL_Beginners_learn_first\" >What Basic Maths should SSC CGL and CHSL Beginners learn first?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/maths-tricks-pdf\/#Which_Multiplication_Tables_should_Beginners_memorize\" >Which Multiplication Tables should Beginners memorize?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/maths-tricks-pdf\/#How_many_Squares_and_Cubes_should_candidates_learn\" >How many Squares and Cubes should candidates learn?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/maths-tricks-pdf\/#Which_Fraction_and_Percentage_values_should_candidates_learn\" >Which Fraction and Percentage values should candidates learn?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/maths-tricks-pdf\/#Which_Simple_Maths_Tricks_can_improve_calculation_speed\" >Which Simple Maths Tricks can improve calculation speed?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/maths-tricks-pdf\/#How_can_beginners_improve_addition_and_subtraction_speed\" >How can beginners improve addition and subtraction speed?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/maths-tricks-pdf\/#How_can_a_Speed_Math_Kit_Improve_Basic_Maths\" >How can a Speed Math Kit Improve Basic Maths?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/maths-tricks-pdf\/#What_should_candidates_complete_before_starting_PYQs\" >What should candidates complete before starting PYQs?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/maths-tricks-pdf\/#When_should_candidates_move_from_basics_to_PYQs\" >When should candidates move from basics to PYQs?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/maths-tricks-pdf\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>Maths becomes easier when beginners first build a strong calculation base. Tables, squares, cubes, fraction values and simple calculation tricks can help SSC CGL and CHSL candidates solve questions faster and with fewer mistakes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-basic-maths-should-ssc-cgl-and-chsl-beginners-learn-first\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Basic_Maths_should_SSC_CGL_and_CHSL_Beginners_learn_first\"><\/span>What Basic Maths should SSC CGL and CHSL Beginners learn first?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Beginners should start with calculation skills that are used in almost every arithmetic chapter. These basics help in Percentage, Ratio, Average, Profit and Loss, Interest, Time and Work, Mensuration and Data Interpretation. The main areas of Basic Maths that candidates should learn are given below.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Basic Maths Area<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Recommended Target<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Multiplication tables<\/td><td>1 to 25<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Squares<\/td><td>1 to 40<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cubes<\/td><td>1 to 20<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Square roots<\/td><td>Common perfect squares<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cube roots<\/td><td>Common perfect cubes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Fraction-percentage values<\/td><td>Common values from 1\/2 to 1\/20<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Divisibility rules<\/td><td>2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 8, 9, 10 and 11<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Basic operations<\/td><td>Addition, subtraction, multiplication and division<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Percentage values<\/td><td>1%, 5%, 10%, 12.5%, 20%, 25%, 33.33% and 50%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Speed conversion<\/td><td>km\/h to m\/s and m\/s to km\/h<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Approximation<\/td><td>Quick checking of answer options<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button aligncenter\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/ssc-chsl-mock-test\/?ref=contan-ssc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Attempt Free SSC CHSL Mock Tests<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-which-multiplication-tables-should-beginners-memorize\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_Multiplication_Tables_should_Beginners_memorize\"><\/span>Which Multiplication Tables should Beginners memorize?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates should first learn tables from 1 to 20. Once these become easy to recall, they can extend their practice to tables from 21 to 25. Tables should not be practised only in the normal order. Candidates should also solve random multiplication questions such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>17 \u00d7 6 = 102<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>19 \u00d7 8 = 152<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>21 \u00d7 7 = 147<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>23 \u00d7 6 = 138<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>24 \u00d7 9 = 216<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>A simple daily routine can include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Reading five tables aloud.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Writing difficult tables once.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Solving 20 random multiplication questions.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Marking the tables that caused mistakes.<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Revising the same tables the next day.<\/li>\n<\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates should not spend several weeks learning only tables. They should revise tables while continuing their chapter-wise preparation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/how-to-attempt-ssc-cgl-tier-1-after-sectional-timing\/?ref=contmk-blogs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Check How to Attempt SSC CGL Tier 1 Exam After Sectional Timing?<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-many-squares-and-cubes-should-candidates-learn\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_many_Squares_and_Cubes_should_candidates_learn\"><\/span>How many Squares and Cubes should candidates learn?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Beginners should memorize <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/square-questions\/?ref=contmk-blogs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">squares<\/a> from 1 to 30 first. They can later extend the list to 40. Cubes from 1 to 20 are usually enough for most SSC calculation questions.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Number Range<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Details<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1 to 20<\/td><td>Squares and cubes<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>21 to 30<\/td><td>Squares<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>31 to 40<\/td><td>Squares for faster calculation<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Common perfect squares<\/td><td>Square roots<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Common perfect cubes<\/td><td>Cube roots<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Some important values are:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Number<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Square<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Cube<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5<\/td><td>25<\/td><td>125<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>8<\/td><td>64<\/td><td>512<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>10<\/td><td>100<\/td><td>1000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>12<\/td><td>144<\/td><td>1728<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>15<\/td><td>225<\/td><td>3375<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>18<\/td><td>324<\/td><td>5832<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>20<\/td><td>400<\/td><td>8000<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>25<\/td><td>625<\/td><td>\u2014<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>30<\/td><td>900<\/td><td>\u2014<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button aligncenter\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/ssc-cgl-mock-test\/?ref=contan-ssc\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Attempt Free SSC CGL Mock Tests<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-which-fraction-and-percentage-values-should-candidates-learn\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_Fraction_and_Percentage_values_should_candidates_learn\"><\/span>Which Fraction and Percentage values should candidates learn?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Fraction-to-percentage conversion is one of the most useful Maths tricks for SSC CGL and CHSL. These values are used in Percentage, Ratio, Average, Profit and Loss, Interest and Data Interpretation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Fraction<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Percentage<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1\/2<\/td><td>50%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1\/3<\/td><td>33.33%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2\/3<\/td><td>66.67%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1\/4<\/td><td>25%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3\/4<\/td><td>75%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1\/5<\/td><td>20%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>2\/5<\/td><td>40%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3\/5<\/td><td>60%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>4\/5<\/td><td>80%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1\/6<\/td><td>16.67%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1\/8<\/td><td>12.5%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>3\/8<\/td><td>37.5%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>5\/8<\/td><td>62.5%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>7\/8<\/td><td>87.5%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1\/10<\/td><td>10%<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>1\/20<\/td><td>5%<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates should learn both directions of conversion. For example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>25% = 1\/4<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>40% = 2\/5<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>50% = 1\/2<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>60% = 3\/5<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>75% = 3\/4<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>12.5% = 1\/8<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>These values can turn a long calculation into a simple division. For example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>12.5% of 640<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since 12.5% is equal to 1\/8:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>640 \u00f7 8 = 80<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/percentage-questions\/?ref=contmk-blogs\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Attempt Percentage questions<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-which-simple-maths-tricks-can-improve-calculation-speed\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Which_Simple_Maths_Tricks_can_improve_calculation_speed\"><\/span>Which Simple Maths Tricks can improve calculation speed?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Beginners should use only simple tricks that are easy to remember. Learning too many shortcuts at the same time can create confusion.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Calculation<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Quick Method<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Find 10%<\/td><td>Divide the number by 10<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Find 5%<\/td><td>Find 10% and divide it by 2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Find 1%<\/td><td>Divide the number by 100<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Find 20%<\/td><td>Divide the number by 5<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Find 25%<\/td><td>Divide the number by 4<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Find 50%<\/td><td>Divide the number by 2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Find 12.5%<\/td><td>Divide the number by 8<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Multiply by 5<\/td><td>Multiply by 10 and divide by 2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Multiply by 25<\/td><td>Multiply by 100 and divide by 4<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Multiply by 50<\/td><td>Multiply by 100 and divide by 2<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Multiply by 125<\/td><td>Multiply by 1000 and divide by 8<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>For example: <strong>48 \u00d7 25<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Instead of using long multiplication:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>48 \u00f7 4 \u00d7 100<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>12 \u00d7 100 = 1200<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates can also use percentage reversal:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>16% of 25 = 25% of 16<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since 25% of 16 is 4:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>16% of 25 = 4<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Short methods should be used only after the basic method is clear.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/ssc-chsl-pyps\/?ref=contmk-blog\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Download SSC CHSL Previous year Question papers<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-can-beginners-improve-addition-and-subtraction-speed\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_beginners_improve_addition_and_subtraction_speed\"><\/span>How can beginners improve addition and subtraction speed?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Fast calculation does not always mean solving everything mentally. It often means arranging numbers in an easier way. For addition, candidates can group numbers that form round values.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>47 + 38 + 53 + 62<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Group the numbers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>47 + 53 = 100<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>38 + 62 = 100<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Therefore:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>47 + 38 + 53 + 62 = 200<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>For subtraction, candidates can use adjustment.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Example:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>1000 \u2212 487<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>First subtract 500:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>1000 \u2212 500 = 500<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Since 487 is 13 less than 500, add 13:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>500 + 13 = 513<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates should solve 20 to 30 short calculation questions daily. Accuracy should come first. Speed will improve through regular practice.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/ssc-cgl-tier-1-pyps\/?ref=contmk-blog\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Download SSC CGL Previous year Question papers<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-how-can-a-speed-math-kit-improve-basic-maths\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_can_a_Speed_Math_Kit_Improve_Basic_Maths\"><\/span>How can a Speed Math Kit Improve Basic Maths?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>A Speed Math Kit can help candidates revise important values and calculation methods in a short and organized form. It is especially useful for beginners who need regular practice in Basic Maths before moving to difficult questions. A useful Speed Math Kit may include the following resources:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Speed Math Resource<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>What to Learn<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Main Benefit<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Multiplication tables<\/td><td>Tables from 1 to 25<\/td><td>Faster multiplication and division<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Squares chart<\/td><td>Squares from 1 to 40<\/td><td>Helps in simplification and algebra<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Cubes chart<\/td><td>Cubes from 1 to 20<\/td><td>Useful for roots and approximation<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Fraction-percentage table<\/td><td>Common fraction and percentage values<\/td><td>Faster percentage calculations<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Power table<\/td><td>Basic powers of common numbers<\/td><td>Helps in simplification<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Number types<\/td><td>Natural, whole, integer, rational and prime numbers<\/td><td>Builds the Number System base<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Interest formulas<\/td><td>Simple and Compound Interest formulas<\/td><td>Reduces formula recall time<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Short calculation methods<\/td><td>Multiplication, percentage and division tricks<\/td><td>Improves speed in timed tests<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-what-should-candidates-complete-before-starting-pyqs\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_should_candidates_complete_before_starting_PYQs\"><\/span>What should candidates complete before starting PYQs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates should not wait to complete the entire Maths syllabus before starting Previous Year Questions. However, they should understand the basic concept of a chapter before attempting its PYQs. Before starting chapter-wise PYQs, candidates should be able to:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Recall tables up to 20<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Recognise common squares and cubes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Convert common fractions into percentages<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Apply the main formula of the chapter<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Solve basic examples without help<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Complete 30 to 50 practice questions<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Maintain reasonable accuracy<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Understand why an answer is correct or incorrect<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/ssc-cgl-free-pyp-kit\/?ref=contmk-blog\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Download SSC CGL PYP Kit for free<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-when-should-candidates-move-from-basics-to-pyqs\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"When_should_candidates_move_from_basics_to_PYQs\"><\/span>When should candidates move from basics to PYQs?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Candidates can move to chapter-wise PYQs when they can solve around 70% of basic practice questions correctly without checking the solution. 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