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TCS NQT 2026 - Quantitative Aptitude

10 handpicked numerical ability questions from recent TCS NQT 2026 test takers. Mix of percentages, time/work, ratios, and number systems. Timed at 25 minutes - real pattern speed.

Round focus

This TCS drill targets quantitative aptitude with a 25-minute clock, compact answer choices, and explanations that help you review the missed concept after the attempt.

Best attempt pattern

First solve the questions without opening explanations. Mark doubtful items, finish the full set, then compare your score with the answer notes. That gives a clearer signal than checking every solution mid-test.

After the score

Treat the result as a topic map. If the weak area is speed, repeat the same set after one day. If the weak area is concept clarity, move to the matching PapersAdda guide and come back for a timed retest.

Q 1 / 10Profit & Loss 25:00

A shopkeeper marks up an item by 40% and then offers a 25% discount. What is his overall profit percentage?

Worked answers for all 10 questions

Attempt the timed test first. Then open each answer to compare the method, not only the option.

1. A shopkeeper marks up an item by 40% and then offers a 25% discount. What is his overall profit percentage?

Answer: 5%

Let CP = 100. MP = 140. SP = 140 × 0.75 = 105. Profit = 5, so profit % = 5%.

2. If A can complete a work in 12 days and B in 18 days, how many days will they take working together?

Answer: 7.2

Combined rate = 1/12 + 1/18 = 5/36. Days = 36/5 = 7.2.

3. The average of 5 numbers is 20. If one number is removed, the average becomes 18. What is the removed number?

Answer: 28

Sum of 5 = 100. Sum of 4 = 72. Removed = 100 − 72 = 28.

4. What is the compound interest on ₹10,000 at 10% per annum for 2 years compounded annually?

Answer: ₹2,100

A = 10000 × (1.1)² = 12100. CI = 2100.

5. A train 240m long passes a pole in 12 seconds. Its speed (km/hr) is:

Answer: 72

Speed = 240/12 = 20 m/s = 20 × 18/5 = 72 km/hr.

6. The ratio of ages of A and B is 5:7. After 6 years the ratio is 3:4. A's current age?

Answer: 30

Let ages = 5x, 7x. (5x+6)/(7x+6) = 3/4 → 20x+24 = 21x+18 → x=6. A = 30.

7. How many 3-digit numbers are divisible by 7?

Answer: 128

First 3-digit multiple of 7 = 105 (7×15). Last = 994 (7×142). Count = 142 − 15 + 1 = 128.

8. A mixture contains milk and water in 5:1. If 10L of water is added, the ratio becomes 5:3. Original milk?

Answer: 25L

Let milk = 5x, water = x. 5x/(x+10) = 5/3 → 15x = 5x + 50 → x = 5. Milk = 25L.

9. The simple interest on a sum for 3 years at 8% is ₹1,200. What is the principal?

Answer: ₹5,000

SI = P×R×T/100 → 1200 = P×8×3/100 → P = 5000.

10. If log₂ 8 = x, then x equals:

Answer: 3

2³ = 8, so log₂ 8 = 3.

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