Common Admission Test (CAT) is considered as one of the toughest exams in our India. A lot of students prepare for years together to score well in CAT. Because, good percentile in CAT is the key to unlock the gates of the IIMs, the prestigious institutions of India and other prominent B-schools. This year, Indian Institute of Management (IIM) Calcutta has decided to conduct the exam on November 25, 2018. So, approximately 3 months remained for the exam. If you have filled the form for the CAT exam but not started your preparation yet, at the same time you are panicking by seeing other aspirants who are working very hard for the exam right from the beginning of the year. Then please calm down!! You still have time to prepare well for the exam to get a good percentile in CAT to make it to a good MBA college. Just prepare a good strategy by considering the following points and work accordingly.
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1. Gather all the important materials required for preparation-
Break your preparation into 3 parts i.e. basic, intensive, mock tests. First of all read the books/materials (according to your syllabus) thoroughly to make your concept clear. Once you understand the fundamentals, try to solve the difficult level questions. Then go for mock test series. So collect your materials accordingly. Don't forget to collect and practice previous year question papers.
2. Everyday counts, so be consistent-
Keep a calendar on your study table and mark every passing days to know how less time left for the exam. You must know that you do not have a single day to waste in unproductive things. If you keep taking breaks, you are sure to lose your pace of study instead of accelerating it. Make a date wise routine and finish your tasks accordingly.
3. Concentration and time management-
Concentration is a very vital factor to succeed in any exam. Especially the working persons who cannot allot major portion of their time for study should be more focused. They should study 2-4 hours in weekdays and 7-8 hours in weekends with full concentration. Every aspirant should make it a habit of studying for 2 - 2.5 hours with full focus then taking a break of 5-10 minutes and again sitting for another 1-2 hours for study.
4. Improve your vocabulary and the ability to solve numerical data-
In CAT exam, vocabulary and ability to solve logical and numerical data is given more importance. If you are strong in all these things then the result can be in your favor. So, take care of this thing and prepare accordingly.
5. Know your strengths-
One need not be equally strong in all subjects. So learn to play on your strengths. Attempt more questions of the segment in which you are strong.
7. Cultivate quick thinking ability-
Try solving one problem in many different ways. Try to master the shout cuts. It helps you cultivate a quick-thinking ability and as a result of which you can attempt more questions with accuracy in exam.
8. Take up mock tests-
Initially your scores might be pathetic but do not get panic. Keep on practicing test series. The most important thing you must do after giving every test series is to analyze the question patterns and your performance, identify your strength and weakness.
Be confident, never give up and always keep yourself motivated.
ALL THE BEST!!
Many families have household pets. Most are important members of the family. Sometimes they are inadvertently ignored when it comes to things such as vacations, Sunday trips and other family activities. Some animals earn their keep, and others are purely pets. Whatever the case, we value the animals we have chosen to share our lives with. The one area that is often overlooked is advance planning in the unfortunate instance of evacuation if the need arises.
Have two kits ready:
It is best to have two evacuation kits prepared in advance, one containing the supplies needed to supply you for at least three day's. The second should be a smaller bag with enough supplies to enable your family, your pet and you to escape immediately. Be certain to have in both kits a picture of you together in the event you are separated. During the search, people may be able to recognize your animal easier when associated with you. Have all documentation for vaccinations and health issues for your animals. If you have a dog or cat, they need to have a collar with applicable tags, name, rabies shot and registration tag. If an identity chip is used, make sure it is on a national data base identifying them.
One kit in the event for immediate escape:
This should consist of the items common to both packs, plus enough water for a long hike, at 8.34 pounds per gallon it doesn't take long for it to get heavy. (Never drink or use flood water). Two day's medication, food for two days and a familiar toy will help to ease the stress.
The second kit in the event you are stranded:
Some situations make it impossible for relief from an emergency situation for several days, or longer. In this pack there should be enough supplies for you, your family and pets to survive for three days. It is important to note that in the event you are evacuated to a relief site, most likely your dog, cat, birds or others will not be allowed to join you.
If you are rescued:
Your animals will most likely not be allowed to evacuate along with you. To protect them, an emergency plan must be established in advance. Included in the plan should be a way to communicate with family members. It is best to have a contact by telephone that is long distance. Local lines may be totally jammed up. Make a buddy plan with other's that may be in the same situation as you. Decide and plan for them to watch IIM CAT your animals. This is especially important if you're disabled as you will most likely be top priority to be evacuated.
Your Pet's needs are the same as yours:
When you are making your evacuation plans and decide to either purchase or assemble emergency packs, it's good to keep in mind your animals needs match yours. With that and advance planning your chances of successfully surviving improve with the amount of detail you place in your plans.