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The SBI PO 2025 exam demands both accuracy and speed, especially in the Quantitative Aptitude section. One high-weightage topic is Approximation. These questions are made to test your ability to simplify complex calculations using close values. Since SBI PO Prelims includes 4–6 approximation-based questions. If you cover this topic can give you an edge and save precious time for lengthier problems. In this blog, we’ve shared expected questions, easy tips, and a free PDF for your practice.

What is Approximation in SBI PO Exam?

Approximation questions involve replacing actual numbers with nearby, simple values to simplify and quickly solve mathematical problems. These are widely asked in banking exams to test your number sense and calculation speed

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Approximation Questions SBI PO 2025 Weightage

In the SBI PO Prelims, Approximation carries 4–6 marks on average. It’s a scoring and speed-oriented topic, and mastering it helps save time for complex problems like DI or Arithmetic.

Approximation Questions SBI PO 2025

An example of an Approximation with questions and answers in PDF format is provided below. Download now.

Question 1: What approximate value will come in place of the question mark (?) in the following question?(Note: You are not expected to calculate the exact value.)

{83.13 + 4.12 × 11.97 – (57.97 ÷ 29.03)}= ?

A) 89

B) 198

C) 164

D) 129

E) 61

Question 2: What approximate value will come in place of the question mark (?) in the following question?(Note: You are not expected to calculate the exact value.)

{(32.04% of 250.15 + 7.92 × 5.13) – 16.11 × ?} = 56.06 

A) 8

B) 4

C) 11

D) 18

E) 15

Question 3: What approximate value will come in place of the question mark (?) in the following question?(Note: You are not expected to calculate the exact value.)

{19.11 × 5.96 – (156.17 – 13.04 × 5.98)} × 5.03 = ?

A) 65

B) 360

C) 105

D) 295

E) 180

Question 4: What approximate value will come in place of the question mark (?) in the following question?(Note: You are not expected to calculate the exact value.)

272.15 + (96.96 – 15.06 × 7.95) – ?= 137.09

A) 197

B) 112

C) 240

D) 56

E) 291

Question 5: What approximate value will come in place of the question mark (?) in the following question?(Note: You are not expected to calculate the exact value.)

? × (136.08 ÷ 3.98 + 234.12 ÷ 6.04) = 3504.33

A) 30

B) 16

C) 48

D) 69

E) 78

Approximation for SBI PO 2025

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Tips to Solve Approximation Questions in SBI PO Exam

Here are some useful tips for the students that can be used while approximation : 

  1. Round Off Wisely
    • Round complex numbers to the nearest tens/hundreds.
      Ex: 83.13 → 83, 4.12 → 4
  2. Simplify Before Calculating
    • Perform operations in the right order (BODMAS).
      Approximate each step individually for faster results.
  3. Estimate Closely
    • Stay as close to the original values as possible to avoid major deviations.
  4. Avoid Exact Calculations
    • These questions are not meant to be solved precisely. Estimating quickly is key.
  5. Practice Mental Math
    • Regular practice helps improve estimation accuracy and boosts speed.

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FAQs

Q1. What is approximation?

Estimating near values to simplify the calculation.

Q2. How many approximation questions were asked?

Usually 4–6 in prelims.

Q3. Is a calculator allowed?

No, mental math is required.

Q4. Is it time-saving?

 Yes, very quick to solve.

Akansha Garg

Hi, I’m Akansha, a post-graduate in Economics with a passion for helping banking aspirants succeed. Having personally cleared multiple banking exams, both Prelims and Mains. I understand what it takes to crack them. Through my blog, I share updated exam information, smart strategies, and practical tips to help you prepare better and achieve your goals.

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