Railway Recruitment Board (RRB), every year announces a number of vacancies for the post of RRB Senior Section Engineer (SSE). Aspirants seeking a lucrative career in the railway department can take advantage of this golden opportunity.
This computer-based online exam is conducted by the Railway Recruitment Cell (RRC). Candidates will be chosen for the position based on their written exam results. The written exam assesses a candidate’s knowledge and skills in three areas i.e., General Intelligence and Reasoning, General Awareness, Arithmetic and Technical Subject (Electrical Engineering/ Electronics Engineering/ Computer Engineering/ Information Technology/ Mechanical Engineering/ Civil Engineering/other engineering streams) sections.
It is the most important and challenging stage of the selection process for candidates to pass. The majority of the elimination is achieved at this stage.
The Arithmetic section of the exam might determine whether you pass or fail. Given the limited time available for the exam, one must devise a proper plan and concentrate on critical areas in order to achieve a high score in the Arithmetic section.
Since questions in Algebra carry the most weightage in the Arithmetic section of the RRB SSE exam, hence aspirants should study these topics thoroughly.
Let’s talk about some crucial tips and tricks that will help you to ace all linear and vector algebra questions in the upcoming Indian Airforce Group X and other defence exams with ease.
Know the Algebra Sub Topics Asked in the Exam
Examine the syllabus, divide it into subtopics, and prioritise them in both linear and vector algebra. Make it a point to examine them in connection to one another, as this will aid in your recollection.
Some of the sub-topics addressed in Linear Algebra are sets, De Morgan laws, Venn diagrams, Complex Numbers, Relation and Function, Number Conversion, Arithmetic, Geometric, and Harmonic Progression, Binomial Theorem, Real Numbers, Permutations and Combinations, Logarithms, and more.
Unit, Null, and Collinear Vectors, as well as vector addition, scalar multiplication, Scalar Product, and dot product, are all included in Vector Algebra. Product of Vectors or cross product. Polish your knowledge of these basic vector algebra concepts as they are used in various engineering concepts.
Memorize all Formulae
The majority of linear and vector algebra is made up of formulae. Making a revision sheet containing equations and essential points organised in order of priority is the best approach to remember them. This will come in helpful if you need to revise at the last minute.
Take Mock Tests/Quizzes and Solve Previous Years’ Papers
Solving previous year’s papers can assist a student in determining how much time he’ll need to spend on each question and whether or not he has to improve his time management.
Students can learn about the types of questions that will be asked on the test by looking through past year’s question papers, as well as the weighting given to each topic and subtopic.
Retain the Fundamentals
The candidate should remember every subtopic under algebra and vector algebra. This will help the applicant not only get a leg up on the competitors but also improve their preparation and knowledge of the topics.
You may find it challenging to grasp concepts in other areas due to your lack of basic math skills. You won’t be able to find the Sum of Harmonic Progression, Arithmetic Progression, or Geometric Progression series without knowing basic algebraic operations.
Use Good Reference Books and Resources
Many applicants who took the test before have preferred the NCERT textbooks for math. Identify the books that have been updated and provide current, relevant information for learning the Arithmetic section of the RRB SSE test.