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Time, Speed and Distance — Study Plan

CAT · Quantitative Aptitude

Step-by-step Time, Speed and Distance study plan for CAT Quantitative Aptitude 2026 — structured month-wise approach to mastering this chapter.

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How to Study Time, Speed and Distance

A structured approach to studying Time, Speed and Distance for CAT Quantitative Aptitude.

Study Plan for Time, Speed and Distance

1

Day 1–2: Learn the Theory

Study the chapter thoroughly. Note down definitions, formulas, and key concepts.

2

Day 3: Practice Problems

Solve practice questions and previous year CAT problems. There are 61 questions available for this chapter.

3

Day 4: Revise & Test

Revise key formulas and concepts without looking at notes. Take a practice quiz to test your understanding.

What to Focus On

  • Basic formula: Speed × Time = Distance
  • Speed = rate of covering distance (km/h, m/s)
  • Time = duration of motion (hours, minutes, seconds)

  • km/h to m/s: multiply by 5/18
  • m/s to km/h: multiply by 18/5
  • 1 hour = 3600 seconds = 60 minutes

  • Constant speed: time ∝ distance
  • Constant time: speed ∝ distance
  • Constant distance: speed ∝ 1/time

Common Mistakes to Avoid

Average speed is the simple average of two speeds when distance is same

Relative speed is always the sum of individual speeds

When speed increases by x%, time decreases by x%

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Frequently Asked Questions

What topics are covered in Time, Speed and Distance for CAT?
Time, Speed and Distance is an important chapter in CAT Quantitative Aptitude. It covers key concepts and formulas that are frequently tested in the exam. Key topics include: Basic Concepts and Fundamental Formula, Proportionalities in Time-Speed-Distance, Relative Speed and Motion in Straight Line, Applications: Trains.
How important is Time, Speed and Distance for CAT?
Time, Speed and Distance is a frequently tested chapter in CAT Quantitative Aptitude. Questions from this chapter appear regularly in previous year papers. There are 61 practice questions available for this chapter.
How to prepare Time, Speed and Distance for CAT?
Start by understanding the core concepts, then solve practice questions. Focus on formulas and their applications. Use revision notes for quick review before the exam.

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