How to Analyze DILR for CAT.... A Smart Approach

• Did I pick the right set to start with?
  
  

• Did I waste time on a lengthy or confusing one?
  

Remember, CAT toppers usually solve 2–3 sets with high accuracy instead of attempting everything. Build the ability to identify “doable” sets quickly.

Step 2: Balance Accuracy and Time

Check the sets you attempted and note:

• Time taken per set
  
  

• Accuracy (questions correct out of total)
  

If you spent 15 minutes on a 4-question set but got only one correct, that’s inefficient. If you solved fast but made silly errors, focus on accuracy.

Ideal target: 2–3 sets, 80–90% accuracy, within 25 minutes.

Step 3: Solve the Leftover Sets

Don’t ignore the sets you skipped during the mock. Re-attempt them without time pressure:

• Were they actually tough, or did they just appear lengthy?
  
  

• Could a better approach have worked?
  
  

This builds confidence and prevents panic if a similar set appears in the real exam.

Step 4: Identify Set Patterns

Across mocks, you’ll see recurring question types:

• Arrangements & puzzles
  
  

• Venn diagrams & distributions
  
  

• Tables, charts, graphs
  
  

• Games & condition-based reasoning
  

Track your strengths and weaknesses. If you’re comfortable with arrangements but struggle with caselets, practice more of the latter. Don’t just stay in your comfort zone.

Step 5: Compare with Expert Solutions

This is the most important step. Don’t just check answers — analyze the approach:

• Did the solution start differently and make the set easier?
  
  

• Was there a shortcut using a table or diagram?
  
  

• Did the expert method reduce writing or guesswork?
  
  

Learning smarter ways to structure data saves time in the exam.

Step 6: Track Your Progress

Maintain a simple DILR Journal:

• Sets attempted
  
  

• Accuracy %
  
  

• Time spent
  
  

• Key learning from analysis
  
  

Over time, you’ll notice clear improvement in both set selection and execution.

Why Career Launcher Mocks Make DILR Analysis Better

At Career Launcher, our mocks are designed to match the unpredictability of CAT:

• Closest to the real exam – Question quality and difficulty mirror actual CAT papers.
  
  

• Expertly researched sets – Cover a wide variety of puzzles, charts, and reasoning patterns.
  
  

• Detailed analytics – Track your accuracy, time spent, and performance against peers.
  
  

• Step-by-step solutions – Learn efficient approaches you may not have thought of.
  
  

This means every mock becomes more than a test — it’s a learning opportunity.

Final Words

DILR can be intimidating, but with the right strategy, it becomes a scoring section. Effective analysis is the key:

• Choose sets wisely
  
  

• Maintain accuracy under time pressure