Batch for CA, German, Tally, Neet, Net, Set Batches

Business Mathematics, Logical Reasoning and Statistics

  4. Business Mathematics, Logical Reasoning and Statistics

Business Mathematics, Logical Reasoning and Statistics - CA Foundation

Attend a free trial class to understand the syllabus along with the skills and experience of our experts. We have 500+ experts ready to give individual (one to one) training at your convenience.

Attend a Free Trial Class

The Business Mathematics, Logical Reasoning & Statistics paper is Paper 3 in the CA Foundation course, conducted by the Institute of Chartered Accountants of India (ICAI). This paper tests students’ quantitative aptitude and logical reasoning skills, which are essential for financial and business analysis.

Business Mathematics, Logical Reasoning & Statistics

📌 Total Marks: 100
📌 Exam Type: Objective (MCQs)
📌 Negative Marking: 0.25 marks deducted for each wrong answer
📌 Time Duration: 2 hours

Syllabus Breakdown:

The syllabus is divided into three sections:

Business Mathematics (40 Marks)

Covers mathematical concepts essential for business and finance.

1. Ratio, Proportion, Indices, and Logarithms

  • Ratio and proportion (including properties & business applications)
  • Laws of indices
  • Logarithms and anti-logarithms, properties, and business applications

2. Equations and Matrices

  • Linear equations up to three variables
  • Quadratic equations
  • Determinants and matrices (Basic operations & applications)

3. Time Value of Money

  • Simple and compound interest
  • Annuities (present and future value)
  • Sinking funds, loan amortization

4. Permutations and Combinations

  • Basic concepts
  • Applications in business

5. Sequence and Series

  • Arithmetic and geometric progressions
  • Applications in finance

6. Sets, Relations, and Functions

  • Basic set theory and Venn diagrams
  • Types of functions and their applications

7. Differential and Integral Calculus

  • Basic differentiation and integration (for business applications)
  • Marginal cost and marginal revenue applications

Logical Reasoning (20 Marks)

Covers problem-solving skills and logical analysis.

1. Number Series, Coding & Decoding

  • Number and letter series
  • Coding-decoding patterns

2. Direction Tests

  • Finding direction & distance based on given conditions

3. Seating Arrangements

  • Circular and linear arrangements

4. Blood Relations

  • Solving relationship puzzles

5. Syllogism

  • Logical arguments and conclusions

6. Data Interpretation

  • Logical interpretation of graphs, charts, and tables

Statistics (40 Marks)

Covers statistical methods for business decision-making.

1. Data Collection & Presentation

  • Types of data (primary & secondary)
  • Classification and tabulation
  • Graphical and diagrammatic presentation

2. Measures of Central Tendency & Dispersion

  • Mean (Arithmetic, Weighted, Geometric, Harmonic)
  • Median, Mode, Quartiles, Percentiles
  • Range, Mean Deviation, Standard Deviation, Variance

3. Correlation & Regression Analysis

  • Karl Pearson’s and Spearman’s correlation coefficients
  • Regression equations and predictions

4. Probability Theory

  • Basic probability concepts
  • Probability rules and theorems

5. Theoretical Distributions

  • Binomial, Poisson, and Normal distributions

6. Index Numbers & Time Series Analysis

  • Types of index numbers (Price, Quantity, Value Index)
  • Time series analysis: Trend, Seasonality, Cyclic variations

Study Tips:

✔ Practice MCQs to improve speed and accuracy.
✔ Focus on formulas and shortcut methods in mathematics.
✔ Solve previous years' papers for pattern analysis.
✔ Use logical tricks to enhance reasoning skills.
✔ Revise statistics thoroughly as it carries significant weightage.

Attend a free trial class to understand the syllabus along with the skills and experience of our experts. We have 500+ experts ready to give individual (one to one) training at your convenience.

Attend a Free Trial Class


Locations (Online/Offline)


Cyberoid Highlights

List of Experts / Trainers Available in Oman

Roshanlal

Mobile: +91 8301010866

Location: Kerala

Qualification: Btech

Currently working as AGM in malabar gold and diamonds passion is teaching skilled in mathematics  more..

Abhirami

Mobile: +91 91884 77559

Location: Kerala

Qualification: Ba animation and graphic design

*Graphic Designer* *Skills:* - Proficient in Adobe Creative Suite (Photoshop Illustrator InDesign XD) - Strong  more..

Austin

Mobile: +91 73060 64840

Location: Kerala

Qualification: Class 12th passed, PTE done with overall 74.

I have successfully completed my Class 12th with 88 marks in English Additionally I have  more..

Elizabeth

Mobile: +91 9446600368

Location: Kerala

Qualification: Msc mathematics

I am post graduate fellow in mathematics and had also obtained ielts certificate with a  more..

Elizabeth

Mobile: +91 8301010866

Location: Kerala

Qualification: B.SC Mathematics

I have 2 years experience as TGT Mathematics in different schools As a tutor I  more..

Mujmila

Mobile: +91 89210 61945

Location: Kerala

Qualification: b tech

I have good grasp of the topics in mathematics and have experience of almost an  more..

ASWIN

Mobile: +91 9895490866

Location: Kerala

Qualification: b tech in computer science

problem solving logical thinking problem solve using c and python  more..

S.Muhammed

Mobile: +91 8301010866

Location: Kerala

Qualification: CA FInalist

A skilled Audit Executive with expertise in financial analysis auditing and taxation including direct indirect  more..

Alfiya

Mobile: +91 85477 93334

Location: Kerala

Qualification: Bsc mathematics and MSC statistics

Currently working as a guest lecturer in statistics at kufos where I specialise in multivariate  more..

Mini

Mobile: +91 91884 77559

Location: Kerala

Qualification: M SC B.Ed Physics

Highly proficient in teaching Mathematics and Physics for primary higher primary and high school students(  more..

Sheena

Mobile: +91 9446600368

Location: Kerala

Qualification: Pursuing PhD in international Marketing, Master of International Business, MBA (HR)

Working as guest faculty for logistics and supplychain management subjects for True visory Academy &  more..

Jiyanna

Mobile: +91 73060 64840

Location: Kerala

Qualification: B.Tech

98% marks for mathematics in Plus two 100% marks for mathematics in Tenth B Tech  more..

Jisha

Mobile: +91 9895490866

Location: Kerala

Qualification: Msc Mathematics

I am interested in Maths I had been working for 10 Years as home tutor  more..

Ashmina

Mobile: +91 85477 93334

Location: Kerala

Qualification: Phd Student

Campus Ambassador The Jurni Newsletter Got Letter of Recommendation Admission counselor for 6 months Good  more..

POOJA

Mobile: +91 85477 93334

Location: Kerala

Qualification: MA

Teaching writing Business Development Sales  more..