Preparing for the SBI PO 2026 or IBPS PO 2026 examination? One of the biggest challenges in the Quantitative Aptitude section is solving lengthy questions accurately within the limited time available.
To help you improve your speed and accuracy, Young Career Solutions has prepared another set of 10 exam-level Quant practice questions based on the latest banking exam pattern. These questions are designed to test your concepts in averages, compound interest, time & work, partnership, mixtures, set theory, elections, and other important arithmetic topics that are frequently asked in SBI PO and IBPS PO examinations.
Whether you’re preparing for SBI PO, IBPS PO, IBPS Clerk, RBI Assistant, or other banking exams, this practice set will help you evaluate your preparation and strengthen your problem-solving skills.
Tip: Try solving each question within 30–45 seconds before checking the answer. Developing speed is just as important as accuracy in competitive banking exams.
Question 1
The average score of a batch of students in an exam is 64. If 5 students with an average score of 40 join the batch, the average drops to 62. If later, 5 other students with an average score of X join, the average rises back to 65. What is the value of X ?
A. 83
B. 92
C. 101
D. 95
E. 75
Question 2
A sum invested at compound interest (compounded annually) amounts to ₹16,000 after 3 years and ₹25,600 after 6 years. Find the principal amount invested.
A. ₹9,600
B. ₹10,000
C. ₹10,240
D. ₹11,000
E. ₹11,160
Question 3
A man travels from Point X to Point Y at a speed of S1 km/hr. He returns from Y to X by the same route at a faster speed of S2 km/hr. If his average speed for the entire round trip is 48 km/hr, and the ratio of S1 to S2 is 2:3, find the value of S2.
A. 40 km/h
B. 50 km/h
C. 60 km/h
D. 65 km/h
E. 70 km/h
Question 4
In an examination of 200 students, 120 passed in Physics, 90 passed in Chemistry, and 70 passed in Mathematics. 40 passed in both Physics and Chemistry, 30 passed in both Chemistry and Mathematics, and 50 passed in both Physics and Mathematics. If 15 students passed all three subjects, how many students failed in all three subjects?
A. 20
B. 25
C. 30
D. 35
E. 40
Question 5
A, B, and C can complete a piece of work in 20, 30, and 60 days respectively. A works every day. B and C assist A on alternate days, starting with B on the first day and C on the second day. How many days will it take to complete the entire work?
A. 15 days
B. 12 days
C. 5¾ days
D. 57/5 days
E. 25/2 days
Question 6
In a highly specialized tech company of 120 employees, 75 know Python, 65 know Java, and 50 know C++. Every employee knows at least one language. If exactly 15 employees know all three languages, what is the maximum possible number of employees who know exactly two languages?
A. 30
B. 35
C. 40
D. 45
E. 50
Question 7
A sum of ₹24,000 is invested for 1.5 years at 20% per annum, compounded semi-annually. If the same sum is invested for the same duration at the same rate but compounded annually, what is the absolute difference between the two interests earned?
A. 132
B. 364
C. 512
D. 264
E. 528
Question 8
A, B, and C enter into a partnership. A invests 1/3 of the total capital for 1/4 of the total time. B invests 1/5 of the remaining capital for 1/3 of the total time. C invests the rest of the capital for the entire duration of the project. If the total annual profit earned is ₹1,19,000, what is C’s share of the profit?
A. ₹84,000
B. ₹90,000
C. ₹94,000
D. ₹96,000
E. ₹1,02,000
Question 9
An 80-litre flask is completely filled with pure alcohol. A chemist removes 20 litres of alcohol and replaces it with water. He repeats this exact substitution process two more times (for a total of 3 cycles). What is the final volume of pure alcohol remaining in the flask?
A. 25 litres
B. 33.75 litres
C. 35.75 litres
D. 40 litres
E. 42.75 litres
Question 10
In a major local election, 20% of the registered voters on the electoral roll did not cast their votes. Out of the total votes cast, 10% were declared invalid. There were three candidates: A, B, and C. Candidate A secured 40% of the total registered voters on the electoral roll. Candidate B secured 35% of the total valid votes. Candidate C received the remaining valid votes. If Candidate A defeated Candidate C by a margin of 3,320 votes, find the total number of valid votes cast in the election.
A. 4,800
B. 5,600
C. 7,200
D. 8,400
E. 9,200
Challenge Yourself Before Checking the Answers
Attempt all ten questions without using a calculator. Try to solve each question within 30–45 seconds. This practice will help you improve both speed and accuracy, which are critical for clearing the Quantitative Aptitude section of SBI PO and IBPS PO.
Why Practice Daily?
Consistent practice is the key to success in banking exams. Solving new questions every day helps you:
- Improve calculation speed
- Strengthen core concepts
- Learn shortcut techniques
- Reduce silly mistakes
- Build confidence for the actual examination
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