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“If f(5+x)=f(5-x) for every real x and f(x)=0 has four distinct real roots, then the sum of the roots is:”

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“Veeru invested Rs. 10000 at 5\% simple annual interest, and exactly after two years Joy invested Rs. 8000 at 10\% simple annual interest. How many ye...”

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cat-2020-slot-1 Q2 · 2020 Slot 1 · QUANT

“If f(5+x)=f(5-x) for every real x and f(x)=0 has four distinct real roots, then the sum of the roots is:”

Why it matters: The question stem exposes the hidden concept family and first-pass decision.

Takeaway: Classify the concept before calculating.

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“If 4 5=( 4 y)( 6 5) , then y equals”

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“How many 3-digit numbers are there for which the product of their digits is more than 2 but less than 7?”

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“A train travelled at one-third of its usual speed and hence reached the destination 30 minutes late. On the return journey it travelled at usual spee...”

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“Caselet. Five cab drivers - Arun, Barun, Chandan, Damodaran and Eman - are rated on five parameters P1 to P5. Ratings are integers from 1 to 5. Final...”

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“Caselet. Five cab drivers - Arun, Barun, Chandan, Damodaran and Eman - are rated on five parameters P1 to P5. Ratings are integers from 1 to 5. Final...”

Why it matters: The passage/question wording shows how CAT tests inference and option discipline.

Takeaway: Read for structure and eliminate scope shifts.