CAT Trigonometry is an important topic in the Geometry and Mensuration chapter of the Quantitative Aptitude (QA) section of the Common Admission Test (CAT).
It covers heights and distances, identities and ratios.
Practising CAT Trigonometry 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, Trigonometry accounted for 1 out of 330 Quantitative Aptitude questions, or approximately 0.3% of the questions analysed.
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The following guide covers the year-wise weightage trend, question types, where the topic fits within Geometry and Mensuration, difficulty level, and preparation strategy.
This PDF includes:
| 5 Trigonometry questions in the PDF | 0.3% Five-year QA Share (2021-2025) |
The PDF holds 5 Trigonometry questions from CAT 2003-2022, grouped by year and slot. Answer keys and solutions are not included.
CAT Trigonometry PYQ Statistics (2021-2025)
The following figures represent the aggregated number of Trigonometry 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 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| 2024 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.00% | 0.00% |
| 2023 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.00% | −1.52% |
| 2022 | 1 | 0.33 | 1.52% | +1.52% |
| 2021 | 0 | 0.00 | 0.00% | — |
| Total | 1 | 0.07 | 0.30% 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 Trigonometry across the whole PDF was CAT 2003, with 2 questions.
CAT Trigonometry PYQ Question-Type Distribution
CAT Trigonometry 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, 1 of the 1 Trigonometry questions were MCQs and 0 were TITA. In the full PDF of 5 questions, 5 are MCQs and 0 are TITA.
| Question Type | Questions in CAT 2021-2025 | Share | Questions in the full PDF |
|---|---|---|---|
| MCQs (Multiple Choice Questions) | 1 | 100.0% | 5 |
| TITA (Type In The Answer) | 0 | 0.0% | 0 |
| Total | 1 | — | 5 |
Where Trigonometry Fits in CAT Geometry and Mensuration
Trigonometry accounts for 5 of the 225 questions in the Geometry and Mensuration chapter PDF, about 2.2%.
| Chapter | Questions in chapter PDF | Questions on this topic | Share of chapter |
|---|---|---|---|
| Geometry and Mensuration | 225 | 5 | 2.2% |
Difficulty Level of CAT Trigonometry PYQs
By the difficulty tag in our question bank, 3 of the 5 Trigonometry questions are medium, 2 are hard and 0 are easy.
| Difficulty | Typical question characteristics | Preparation focus | Questions in PDF |
|---|---|---|---|
| Easy | Direct application of one standard formula or rule | Formula recall and accuracy | 0 |
| Moderate | Multi-step problems that need two or three ideas | Concept selection and efficient calculation | 3 |
| Difficult | Questions that combine several concepts or need case analysis | Case analysis and alternative solving methods | 2 |
How to Prepare for CAT Trigonometry Using PYQs
Follow a three-stage preparation plan to get the most out of the question bank.
- Build conceptual clarity: Revise heights and distances, identities and ratios before attempting timed practice.
- Practise topic-wise PYQs: Solve the 5 CAT Trigonometry questions in this PDF. Record the year and slot, your accuracy, and the time taken.
- Attempt mixed sets: Once Trigonometry is comfortable, mix it with other Geometry and Mensuration questions. Review incorrect answers and identify whether the mistake came from concept selection, calculation, or time management.
Because Trigonometry contributed 0.3% 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 Trigonometry PYQs FAQs
Ques. How many Trigonometry questions are asked in CAT?
Ans. Based on 2021-2025 analysis, Trigonometry accounts for 1 out of 330 QA questions, representing approximately 0.3%. The number varies across exam years and slots.
Ques. What does CAT Trigonometry cover?
Ans. It covers heights and distances, identities and ratios.
Ques. How can I practise CAT Trigonometry questions PYQ topic-wise?
Ans. Solve the 5 questions in this PDF in order, noting the year and slot. Note the concepts or calculation methods you find difficult, then practise mixed Geometry and Mensuration questions under timed conditions.
Ques. Does the CAT Trigonometry PYQ PDF include solutions?
Ans. No. The PDF contains the 5 questions with their year, slot and source question number, without answer keys or solutions.
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