3 Steps to Improve Your Accuracy in Reading Comprehension for CAT

Reading Comprehension is a crucial part of the CAT exam and cannot be ignored if you want to perform well. To improve your skills in this area, I recommend dedicating at least one full day every week to practicing passages. This article discusses 3 Steps to Improve Your Accuracy in ( RC )Reading Comprehension for CAT Exam Preparation.

Background information about Reading Comprehension for CAT. After analyzing past CAT papers, I found that the passages mostly come from esoteric books and global magazines/newspapers. These passages are often opinion pieces and data-heavy in nature. However, reading such books may not be the best way to improve your Reading Comprehension skills. There are easier and more effective methods.

How to improve accuracy in Reading Comprehension questions

Step 1: Do not attempt all questions in a Reading Comprehension passage

Instead of attempting all the questions associated with a passage, focus on answering only the ones you are sure of. Remember that you only receive marks for questions answered correctly, not for the number of questions attempted. Guessing answers can be risky due to negative marking.

Step 2: Analyze the type of questions you get right/wrong

CAT typically includes two types of questions: fact-based and inference-based. Fact-based questions are generally easier, while inference-based questions are more challenging. Identify whether you tend to answer certain types of questions correctly or incorrectly. This pattern can help you decide which questions to attempt in the exam.

Step 3: Select Reading Comprehension passages that suit you

Improving your selection of passages can significantly enhance your accuracy and score in the Reading Comprehension section. Instead of solving passages one by one, try solving a group of passages within a specific time frame. Afterward, evaluate your performance and analyze the passages you couldn’t attempt. Mastering the skill of selecting suitable passages will benefit you in the final exam.