0Top 5 Math Shortcuts to Crack Engineering Entrance Exams
Engineering entrance tests demand speed as much as accuracy. Mastering a few quick methods can save valuable minutes in every section. Below are five practical shortcuts to boost your problem-solving efficiency.
- Vedic Math for Rapid Multiplication
The “Vertically and Crosswise” method from Vedic Mathematics allows large number multiplication in seconds.
Example: To multiply 97 by 96, think of both as “100 minus a small number.” Subtract crosswise: 97 minus 4 gives 93. Multiply the small numbers: 3 times 4 gives 12. Combine to get 9312. This trick is especially helpful in coordinate geometry or probability questions with big numbers.
