(Analysis) XAT 2009 | Cut-offs and Analysis

XAT 2009 | Cut-offs and Analysis

Analysis by IMS:
The XAT held on 4th January 2009, kept up its reputation of being a difficult test. It was more of a test of knowledge than general aptitudes. In terms of marking scheme and negative marking, there was nothing new – the same pattern of progressive negative marking was present. This year the total number of questions was further reduced.

XAT 2009 had 104 questions as compared to 120 questions last year and 130 questions in 2007. The questions were divided into 3 sections - Verbal and Logical Ability (35 questions), Analytical Reasoning and Decision Making (31 questions) and Data Interpretation & Quantitative Ability (38 questions).

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Analysis by TCY :
Total no. of questions: 104
No. of options per question: 5
Time: 120 minutes + 20 min (essay)
Mark/Question: 1
Negative Marking: ¼ for first 6 wrongs & ½ thereafter

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