Simplification Questions for SBI PO Exam

Simplification questions are a key component of the Quantitative Aptitude section in the SBI PO Exam, prelims exam is scheduled for 08 and 15 March 2025. These questions are designed to test a candidate’s numerical calculation skills and their ability to quickly solve mathematical expressions. Often based on topics like percentages, ratios, fractions and basic arithmetic, simplification questions are relatively easy to solve with consistent practice. As they are less time-consuming, mastering these questions can significantly enhance your overall score and time management in the exam.

Simplification for SBI PO Exam

In the SBI PO exam, around 10 to 12 questions from simplification usually asked in the Quant section, based on analysis of previous exams. Out of the 35 questions in the Quantitative Aptitude section, various topics are covered, including arithmetic, number series, approximation, data interpretation (DI), and others. Practicing Simplification Questions can significantly enhance your preparation and help you perform at your best.

SBI PO Simplification Questions Asked in Last 3 Years 

SBI PO Simplification Questions are an important part of the Quantitative Aptitude section in the SBI PO examination. Practicing these questions improves calculation speed and accuracy, which are key to scoring well in the exam. Below are some sample questions based on SBI PO Simplification Questions Asked in Last 3 Years to help you understand the pattern and approach.

Directions (1 – 10): What should come in place of question mark (?) in the following questions?
Q1. (7294 – 3241 + 716) – (3267 + 2425 – 961) = ?
(a) 35
(b) 48
(c) 43
(d) 38
(e) 47

Q2. 1217 + 841 – 724 + 819 = ? + 1843
(a) 210
(b) 310
(c) 360
(d) 270
(e) 410

Q3. 0.06 × 0.84 = ? × 1.2 × 0.015
(a) 8.2
(b) 6.4
(c) 2.6
(d) 3.8
(e) 2.8

Q4.8.41 + 6.25 + 0.79 = ? – 0.55
(a) 17
(b) 14.9
(c) 13.9
(d) 16
(e) 14.7

Q5. 616 + 472 – 811 + 317 = ? + 576
(a) 28
(b) 16
(c) 24
(d) 18
(e) 14

Q6. 12.5 × 80 + 37.5 × 16 – 6.25 × 112 = ?
(a) 1000
(b) 900
(c) 2300
(d) 600
(e) 1300

Q7. 3025 – 2116 = ?²
(a) 81
(b) 9
(c) 3
(d) 27
(e) 729

Q8. ?+324+361=15th of 290
(a) 400
(b) 441
(c) 361
(d) 484
(e) 289

Q9. 1674 ÷ 27 × 9 + 18 = ?²
(a) 26
(b) 23
(c) 24
(d) 35
(e) 18

Q10. 1.22+1.52+2.12-1.92= ?
(a) 4.99
(b) 5.69
(c) 3.69
(d) 6.79
(e) 4.49

Simplification Questions for SBI PO Exam

To excel in simplification questions, candidates should focus on strengthening their calculation speed and accuracy. Learning tricks like approximation methods, shortcut formulas and mental math can be highly beneficial. Regularly solving practice sets and mock tests will help identify patterns and improve efficiency. Since simplification questions typically carry direct marks and are less complex, they offer an excellent opportunity for aspirants to boost their confidence and secure a strong foundation for the Quantitative Aptitude section.

Q1. [12 × (1.9 + 2.1)] − 12 =?²
(a) 7
(b) 3
(c) 6
(d) 5
(e) 4

Q2. (2343 ÷ 11) + (126 ÷ 3) =?
(a) 250
(b) 225
(c) 248
(d) 255
(e) 260

Q3. 360 ÷ 15 of (4 × 2) + √? = 26
(a) 484
(b) 529
(c) 169
(d) 625
(e) 441

Q4. 25² – ?² % of 125 = 20
(a) 22
(b) 18
(c) 24
(d) 26
(e) 20

Q5. √12.25 × 18 – (?)² = (6)² + √4
(a) 7
(b) 6
(c) 5
(d) 4
(e) 3

Q6. (1250 + 1725) ÷ (825 + 365) = ?
(a) 1.5
(b) 2.5
(c) 1
(d) 2.25
(e) 2.75

Q7. √625 ÷ √16 × 6 = ?% of 300
(a) 15
(b) 12.5
(c) 17.5
(d) 10
(e) 8.5

Q8. 26 × 15 + 310 – (15)² = 25% of ?
(a) 1600
(b) 1800
(c) 1900
(d) 1500
(e) 1700

Q9. √81 × √625 + 1225 = (?)² – 150
(a) 50
(b) 45
(c) 35
(d) 30
(e) 40

Q10. 150 ÷ 3 × 15 − 225 ÷ 9 × 12 = 900% 𝑜𝑓 ?
(a) 40
(b) 45
(c) 55
(d) 50
(e) 100

Q11. (2500 + 170 – √4900 ) ÷ 25 + ? = (12)²
(a) 50
(b) 56
(c) 40
(d) 44
(e) 39

Q12. 30% of 450 + 75% of 680 = ?% of 1075
(a) 40
(b) 55
(c) 45
(d) 60
(e) 70

Q13. √524 + 125 × 3 − 778 = (? )²
(a) 121
(b) 11
(c) √11
(d) 1.1
(e) 9

Q14. 74 × 2.5 + 13 × 5 = ?
(a) 250
(b) 240
(c) 230
(d) 260
(e) 270

Q15. (12% of 750) − (12.5% of 480)+? = 140
(a)105
(b)120
(c)110
(d)100
(e)90

Q. 16% of 260 + 80 = 50% of ?
(a) 366
(b) 372
(c) 368
(d) 364
(e) 362

Q17. 115 × 8+? = 20% 𝑜𝑓 6000
(a) 280
(b) 180
(c) 200
(d) 300
(e) 380

Q18. ³√1331 × 343 ÷ 49 − 28 =?
(a) 55
(b) 49
(c) 62
(d) 42
(e) 39

Q19. 475+64 % of 950 = 900+?
(a) 183
(b) 233
(c) 198
(d) 186
(e) 253

Q20. 56% of 700 + 64% of 900 – 40% of 290 = ?
(a) 848
(b) 852
(c) 860
(d) 874
(e) 846

Solution

S01. Ans.(c)
Sol. 12 × 4 − 12 = ?²
? = 6

S02. Ans.(d)
Sol. 2343/11+126/3=?
213 + 42 = ?
? = 255

S03. Ans.(b)
Sol. 360 ÷ 120 + √? = 26
√? = 26 − 3
√? = 23
? = 529

S04. Ans.(a)
Sol. ?² % of 125 = 625 – 20
?² = 605×100/125
?² = 121 × 4
?² = 11 × 11 × 2 × 2
? = 11 × 2 = 22

S05. Ans.(c)
Sol. 3.5 × 18 – (?)² = 36 + 2
63 – 38 = (?)²
25 = (?)²
? = 5

S06. Ans.(b)
Sol. ? =
2975/1190
? = 2.5

S07. Ans.(b)
Sol. 25÷4×6
3
= ?
? = 12.5

S08. Ans.(c)
Sol. (390 + 310 – 225) × 4 = ?
(700 – 225) × 4 = ?
475 × 4 = ?
? = 1900

S09. Ans.(e)
Sol. 9 × 25 + 1225 + 150 = (?)²
225 + 1225 + 150 = (?)²
? = √1600
? = 40

S10. Ans.(d)
Sol. 150/3× 15 −225/9× 12 = 900/100×?
750 − 300 = 9 ×?

? = 450/9
? = 50

S11. Ans.(c)
Sol. 2500+170−70/25+? = 144
? = 144 −2600/25
? = 144 − 104
? = 40

S12. Ans.(d)
Sol. 30/100× 450 + 75 /100× 680 =?/100× 1075
135 + 510 = ? ×43/4
645 × 4/43 =?
? = 60

S13. Ans.(c)
Sol. √524 + 375 − 778 = (? )²
√121 = (? )²
11 = (? )²
? = ±√11

S14. Ans.(a)
Sol. 74 × 2.5 + 13 × 5 = ?
2.5 [74 + 13 × 2] = ?
2.5 [74 + 26] = ?
? = 250

S15. Ans.(c)
Sol. 90 − 60+? = 140
? = 110

S16. Ans.(c)
Sol. (104 + 80) × 2 =?
? = 368

S17. Ans.(a)
Sol. ? = 1200 − 920
? = 280

S18. Ans.(b)
Sol. ? = 11 × 343 ÷ 49 – 28
? =49

S19. Ans.(a)
Sol. 475+64% of 950-900
= 475+608-900
= 183

S20. Ans.(b)
Sol. ? = 56 × 7 + 64 × 9 – 4 × 29
= 852