XAT is a major MBA entrance exam for XLRI and other top B-schools. It emphasizes decision making along with verbal ability, quantitative aptitude, and logical reasoning.

3h 30m

Duration

4

Sections

0-100

Score Range

1

Countries

Exam Sections

Verbal Ability & Logical Reasoning

Reading comprehension, critical reasoning, para completion, and verbal logic.

26

Questions

55m

Duration

Decision Making

Case-based ethical and managerial decision questions.

21

Questions

50m

Duration

Quantitative Ability & Data Interpretation

Arithmetic, algebra, geometry, modern math, and data interpretation.

28

Questions

65m

Duration

General Knowledge

Business, economy, current affairs, and static GK (usually uncounted for percentile).

20

Questions

25m

Duration

Topics Covered

Reading ComprehensionCritical ReasoningDecision MakingEthical DilemmasArithmeticAlgebraData InterpretationGeneral Knowledge

Sample Question

In a difficult business scenario, a manager can increase short-term profits by withholding known product risks from customers. What is the best decision?

AWithhold risks to protect quarterly targets
BDisclose risks and suggest safer alternatives
CDelay decision until media reports emerge
DLeave the decision to legal team only
Why you got it wrong

XAT Decision Making rewards ethically defensible and sustainable choices. Prioritizing short-term profit over informed customer safety is penalized.

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