Important Simplification Questions for IBPS Clerk 2025, Get Free PDF

The IBPS Clerk 2025 prelims is the first stage of the selection process conducted on 4th, 5th and 11th October 2025, and every mark counts when it comes to clearing the cutoff. One of the easiest and most scoring areas in the Quantitative Aptitude section is Simplification Questions. These are designed to test your calculation speed, accuracy, and basic mathematical concepts. If prepared well, you can easily attempt 3 to 4 questions within a minute, which boosts your overall score. In this article, we will cover the Important simplification questions for IBPS Clerk 2025, provide detailed concepts, and share a step-by-step strategy with tips to solve questions faster. At the end, you can also download a Free PDF with 100+ most probable and repeated questions for practice.

Importance of Simplification Questions in IBPS Clerk 2025

• Appears in Prelims Quant Section (35 questions in total).
• Usually, 5-6 simplification questions are asked.
• High accuracy is possible since questions are formula-based.
• Saves time and helps improve attempts.
• Directly tests your speed calculation + approximation ability.

If you master this topic, you can gain quick and sure-shot marks in the exam.

Key Concepts Tested in Simplification Questions

To solve simplification questions effectively, you must revise the following basic concepts:

1. BODMAS Rule

• B = Brackets ((), {}, [])
• O = Orders (Powers, Roots)
• D = Division
• M = Multiplication
• A = Addition
• S = Subtraction

Example:
Solve: 25×2÷5+6−425 × 2 ÷ 5 + 6 – 4
Step 1: Multiply → 25×2=5025 × 2 = 50
Step 2: Divide → 50÷5=1050 ÷ 5 = 10
Step 3: Add & Subtract → 10+6−4=1210 + 6 – 4 = 12

2. Approximation Technique

In exams, many numbers are rounded off for faster calculation.
Example:
199.8×5.1≈200×5=1000199.8 × 5.1 \approx 200 × 5 = 1000

3. Basic Arithmetic Shortcuts

• Squares & Cubes (up to 30 at least).
• Reciprocals & Fractions (like 1/2 = 0.5, 1/3 = 0.33).
• Multiplication Tricks (e.g., Vedic Maths, breaking numbers).

4. Percentage & Fractions

• Often mixed in questions.
  Example:
  20% of 250 + 15% of 200
  = 50 + 30 = 80

5. Simplification with Roots & Powers

• Memorise square roots (1–50) and cube roots (1–20).
  Example:
  √144 + ³√27 = 12 + 3 = 15

Important Simplification Question Types

From the previous year IBPS Clerk papers, these are the frequently asked patterns:

1. Basic BODMAS Questions
2. Questions with Fractions & Decimals
3. Questions Involving Square & Cube Roots
4. Approximation-Based Simplification
5. Mixed Arithmetic (%, Ratio, Averages in expression form)
   

Free PDF Simplification Questions for IBPS Clerk 2025

To boost your preparation, we have compiled a Free PDF of 100+ probable simplification questions for IBPS Clerk 2025.

Question 1: What will come in the place of the question mark (?) in the given expression?
2.5 ×(√20.25)/1.5 = ? _√12.25
A) 7.5
B) 11
C) 15.5
D) 18
E) 21.5
Question 2: What will come in the place of question mark (?) in the given expression?
60% of 2150 + 222 = ?+ 3√1000
A) 1728
B) 1335
C) 1656
D) 1764
E) 1800
Question 3: What will come in the place of question mark (?) in the given expression?
(√1024 + 700 ÷ 25)% of 750 =?% of 600
A) 70
B) 75
C) 80
D) 85
E) 90
Question 4: What will come in the place of question mark (?) in the given expression?
(30% of 50% of 20% of 2400) / 2 = ?2
A) 6
B) 7
C) 8
D) 9
E) None of these
Question 5: What will come in the place of question mark (?) in the given expression?
? = ((18 × 25) – 73) × 3
A) 270
B) 321
C) 285
D) 382
E) 242

Strategy to Solve 3–4 Simplification Questions in 1 Minute

Time management is the key to IBPS Clerk Prelims. Here we are providing the step by step approach to solve simplification easily and quickly. Here’s a smart approach:

Step 1: Identify Simplification Questions First

• In the exam, scan the quant section and attempt simplification first.
• These are the easiest to solve with high accuracy.
  

Step 2: Master BODMAS and Mental Math

• Memorise Multiplication Tables: Know tables up to 30 to perform quick multiplications and divisions.
• Learn Squares and Cubes: Memorise squares up to 25 and cubes up to 10 to handle exponents efficiently.
• Practice Reciprocals: Understand reciprocals (e.g., ( \frac{1}{4} = 0.25 )) to simplify divisions.

Step 3: Approximate Where Possible

• If decimal/fraction numbers are close to whole numbers, round off.
• This saves 10–15 seconds per question.
  

Step 4: Use Mental Math & Shortcuts

• Memorise tables up to 30, squares up to 50, and cubes up to 20.
• Apply Vedic maths techniques for multiplication.

Step 5: Avoid Pen-Paper for Easy Ones

• If the calculation is small, do it mentally to save time.

Disclaimer: The simplification questions, solutions, and preparation tips provided here are intended solely for practice and learning purposes. They are based on exam trends and expert analysis, not official IBPS content. While these materials aim to strengthen your preparation, they do not guarantee reflection in the actual IBPS Clerk 2025 exam. Candidates should always refer to the official IBPS notifications and syllabus for authoritative information.

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