CAT Mixtures and Alligation is an important topic in the Arithmetic chapter of the Quantitative Aptitude (QA) section of the Common Admission Test (CAT). It covers concentration, replacement and mixture ratios. Practising CAT Mixtures and Alligation PYQs helps candidates understand question patterns, improve calculation speed, and identify concepts that appear frequently. Based on a five-year analysis of CAT 2021-2025, Mixtures and Alligation accounted for 17 out of 330 Quantitative Aptitude questions, or approximately 5.2% of the questions analysed.
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The following guide covers the year-wise weightage trend, question types, where the topic fits within Arithmetic, difficulty level, and preparation strategy.
This PDF includes:
| 36 Mixtures and Alligation questions in the PDF | 5.2% Five-year QA Share (2021-2025) |
The PDF holds 36 Mixtures and Alligation questions from CAT 1996-2025, grouped by year and slot. Answer keys and solutions are not included.
CAT Mixtures and Alligation PYQ Statistics (2021-2025)
The following figures represent the aggregated number of Mixtures and Alligation questions across all three slots of CAT each year, not the count in an individual slot.
| Year | Total Questions (All Slots) | Average per Slot | Weightage in QA | Change in Weightage |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2025 | 3 | 1.00 | 4.55% | 0.00% |
| 2024 | 3 | 1.00 | 4.55% | 0.00% |
| 2023 | 3 | 1.00 | 4.55% | −1.52% |
| 2022 | 4 | 1.33 | 6.06% | 0.00% |
| 2021 | 4 | 1.33 | 6.06% | — |
| Total | 17 | 1.13 | 5.15% overall | — |
Weightage is the share of the 66 Quantitative Aptitude questions across the three slots in that year. Change in weightage is the difference in percentage points from the previous year. The busiest year for Mixtures and Alligation across the whole PDF was CAT 2018, with 6 questions.
CAT Mixtures and Alligation PYQ Question-Type Distribution
CAT Mixtures and Alligation questions in the Quantitative Aptitude section can appear as Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) or Type In The Answer (TITA) questions.
Across the 15 slots of CAT 2021-2025, 11 of the 17 Mixtures and Alligation questions were MCQs and 6 were TITA. In the full PDF of 36 questions, 29 are MCQs and 7 are TITA.
| Question Type | Questions in CAT 2021-2025 | Share | Questions in the full PDF |
|---|---|---|---|
| MCQs (Multiple Choice Questions) | 11 | 64.7% | 29 |
| TITA (Type In The Answer) | 6 | 35.3% | 7 |
| Total | 17 | — | 36 |
Where Mixtures and Alligation Fits in CAT Arithmetic
Mixtures and Alligation accounts for 36 of the 363 questions in the Arithmetic chapter PDF, about 9.9%.
| Chapter | Questions in chapter PDF | Questions on this topic | Share of chapter |
|---|---|---|---|
| Arithmetic | 363 | 36 | 9.9% |
Difficulty Level of CAT Mixtures and Alligation PYQs
By the difficulty tag in our question bank, 26 of the 36 Mixtures and Alligation questions are medium, 8 are hard and 2 are easy.
| Difficulty | Typical question characteristics | Preparation focus | Questions in PDF |
|---|---|---|---|
| Easy | Direct application of one standard formula or rule | Formula recall and accuracy | 2 |
| Moderate | Multi-step problems that need two or three ideas | Concept selection and efficient calculation | 26 |
| Difficult | Questions that combine several concepts or need case analysis | Case analysis and alternative solving methods | 8 |
How to Prepare for CAT Mixtures and Alligation Using PYQs
Follow a three-stage preparation plan to get the most out of the question bank.
- Build conceptual clarity: Revise concentration, replacement and mixture ratios before attempting timed practice.
- Practise topic-wise PYQs: Solve the 36 CAT Mixtures and Alligation questions in this PDF. Record the year and slot, your accuracy, and the time taken.
- Attempt mixed sets: Once Mixtures and Alligation is comfortable, mix it with other Arithmetic questions. Review incorrect answers and identify whether the mistake came from concept selection, calculation, or time management.
Because Mixtures and Alligation contributed 5.2% of the five-year QA dataset analysed, give it time in proportion to its share, and keep preparing the other QA chapters as well.
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CAT Mixtures and Alligation PYQs FAQs
Ques. How many Mixtures and Alligation questions are asked in CAT?
Ans. Based on 2021-2025 analysis, Mixtures and Alligation accounts for 17 out of 330 QA questions, representing approximately 5.2%. The number varies across exam years and slots.
Ques. What does CAT Mixtures and Alligation cover?
Ans. It covers concentration, replacement and mixture ratios.
Ques. How can I practise CAT Mixtures and Alligation questions PYQ topic-wise?
Ans. Solve the 36 questions in this PDF in order, noting the year and slot. Note the concepts or calculation methods you find difficult, then practise mixed Arithmetic questions under timed conditions.
Ques. Does the CAT Mixtures and Alligation PYQ PDF include solutions?
Ans. No. The PDF contains the 36 questions with their year, slot and source question number, without answer keys or solutions.
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