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In the IBPS RRB Clerk Prelims, Approximation questions usually carry a weightage of 5 to 12 questions out of 40 in the Quantitative Aptitude section. That means you can score 10\u201312 marks quickly if you understand how to solve them smartly. It\u2019s one of the easiest and most scoring parts of the exam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

This blog will explain what approximation questions are, why they are important, and how you can solve them easily with simple tricks.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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What Are Approximation Questions?<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

In approximation questions, you are given a mathematical expression with percentages, divisions, or multiplications,<\/strong> but instead of solving it exactly, you have to find the approximate value<\/strong>.
You only need to round off<\/strong> the numbers and do quick calculations<\/strong>.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

For example:
19.98% of 749.99<\/strong> becomes 20% of 750<\/strong>, which is much easier to solve.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Importance and Weightage Of Approximation in RRB Clerk 2025<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

If you’re preparing for IBPS RRB Clerk 2025, then Approximation is a topic you must not skip in the Quantitative Aptitude section. These are easy, quick, and scoring questions that help you save time in the exam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

In most Prelims exams, around 5 to 12 questions are asked from Approximation alone. That means you can easily score up to 10-12 marks just from this one topic. That\u2019s why it is considered one of the most important and high-weightage areas in Quant.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Most Important Approximations for RRB Clerk 2025 Questions for RRB Clerk 2025<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

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Here we are providing the most important Approximations for<\/span> RRB Clerk questions. Candidates can click the PDF link and attempt all the questions<\/span><\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Question 1:<\/strong> 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.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

19.98% of 749.99 = ?+ 35.98% of 124.99<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A) 1<\/p>\n\n\n\n

B) 105<\/p>\n\n\n\n

C) 295<\/p>\n\n\n\n

D) 36<\/p>\n\n\n\n

E) 409<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Question 2:<\/strong> 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.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

?\u2013 35.98% of 2499.99 = 164.97% of 19.98 + 1499.98 \u00f7 49.99<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A) 1143<\/p>\n\n\n\n

B) 742<\/p>\n\n\n\n

C) 45<\/p>\n\n\n\n

D) 963<\/p>\n\n\n\n

E) 1214<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Question 3:<\/strong> 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.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

49.99% of 579.98 – 499.98% of 24.01 = ?% of 849.98<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A) 20<\/p>\n\n\n\n

B) 300<\/p>\n\n\n\n

C) 1<\/p>\n\n\n\n

D) 170<\/p>\n\n\n\n

E) 65<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Question 4:<\/strong> 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.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

(249.98% of 359.98) \u00f7 17.97 = ?2<\/sup>\u2013 1749.98% of 19.99<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A) 400<\/p>\n\n\n\n

B) 1<\/p>\n\n\n\n

C) 200<\/p>\n\n\n\n

D) 128<\/p>\n\n\n\n

E) 20<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Question 5:<\/strong> 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.)<\/p>\n\n\n\n

54.98% of 799.98 =? \u00d7 22.98\u2013 (59.98% of 1499.98) \u00f7 44.99<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A) 100<\/p>\n\n\n\n

B) 1<\/p>\n\n\n\n

C) 20<\/p>\n\n\n\n

D) 90<\/p>\n\n\n\n

E) 45<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Approximations for RRB Clerk Questions PDF<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

An example of Approximations with questions and answers in PDF format is provided below. Download now.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Tips to Solve Approximation Questions <\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n

This topic carries 5-10 marks in the IBPS Clerk 2025, so you can’t skip this type of question. Here are some tips to help you easily solve approximations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Round off smartly
<\/strong> Change 749.99 to 750, 19.98% to 20%, 124.99 to 125 \u2014 it saves time and helps you calculate faster.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Use basic percentage tricks
<\/strong> Know that:
10% of X = X\/10
20% of X = 2 \u00d7 (X\/10)
50% of X = X\/2
These tricks save you from lengthy calculations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Ignore .98 or .99 in exams
<\/strong> If a number is like 499.98, treat it as 500. Don\u2019t waste time dealing with .02 or .01 differences \u2014 they don\u2019t change the answer much.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

Don\u2019t try to find the exact answer
<\/strong> Remember: You only need the closest match<\/strong> to the actual answer. Look at the options \u2014 choose the nearest one.
Practice regularly
<\/strong> The more you practice, the faster you\u2019ll get at rounding, calculating, and spotting correct options without full calculations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Disclaimer:<\/strong> The approximation questions, solutions, and strategies provided are compiled from expert references and exam trends. They are intended for practice and guidance only, not official IBPS RRB Clerk exam content. Actual exam questions may differ. Candidates should always verify details through official IBPS notices<\/a> before relying on them.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

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Q1. Are approximation questions asked in RRB Clerk Prelims?<\/strong><\/strong>

Yes, in almost every exam.<\/p> <\/div>

Q2. How many questions usually come?<\/strong><\/strong>

Between 5 to 12.<\/p> <\/div>

Q3. Do I need a calculator or an exact answer?<\/strong><\/strong>

No, only rough and smart calculations.<\/p> <\/div>

Q4. What should I know well?<\/strong><\/strong>

Percentages, rounding numbers, and basic operations.<\/p> <\/div> <\/div>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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