Taxmann CA Foundation Cracker Quantitative Aptitude (Maths, LR & Stats) New Syllabus By Kailash Thakur Applicable for May / Sep 2025 Exams

This book is tailor-made for CA Foundation aspirants, specifically covering Paper 3: Quantitative Aptitude under the latest ICAI Syllabus. It compiles past examination questions (including the January 2025 Exam), answers, additional practice questions, and the most relevant RTPs (Revision Test Papers) & MTPs (Mock Test Papers). Providing chapter-wise analysis and practice-oriented discussions, it aims to impart clarity of concepts, enable quick revision, and equip students with rigorous problem-solving skills, ensuring they can confidently tackle the exam.

The Present Publication is the 13^th Edition for the CA-Foundation | New Syllabus | May/Sept. 2025 Exams. This book is authored by Kailash Thakur, with the following noteworthy features:

• [Exhaustive Coverage of Past Exam Questions] Incorporates memory-based questions from previous CA Foundation examinations up to the latest January 2025 exam. It also provides meticulously worked-out solutions to illustrate the thought process, clarify concepts, and demonstrate effective problem-solving techniques
• [Additional Important Questions] Features carefully drafted practice questions on challenging and frequently tested topics, which helps reinforce students’ preparedness for upcoming exams by focusing on core problem areas
• [Coverage of RTPs & MTPs] Integrates questions from the Revision Test Papers and Mock Test Papers issued by ICAI. It aligns the readers’ exam practice with the style and difficulty level set by the Institute
• [Chapter-wise Sub-Topics & Marks Distribution] Provides a clear breakdown of each chapter into sub-topics, complete with marks allocation based on previous exams, which enables targeted study by highlighting high-priority areas
• [Chapter-wise Mapping with ICAI Study Material] Maps every chapter and topic directly to the ICAI’s official study modules. This facilitates seamless cross-referencing and ensures thorough coverage of the prescribed syllabus
• [Focus on Conceptual Clarity & Quick Revision] As part of the CRACKER-style resources, the book offers concise yet comprehensive explanations, which is perfect for last-minute revisions and conceptual deep dives, ensuring students can retain and apply key techniques efficiently
• [Calculator & Shortcut Tricks] Details relevant computational shortcuts and calculator tips and equips the reader with time-saving strategies crucial for exam conditions

The coverage of the book is as follows:

• Business Mathematics
• Ratio & Proportion, Indices, Logarithms, Linear & Quadratic Equations, Inequalities
• Mathematics of Finance (Simple Interest, Compound Interest, Annuities)
• Permutations & Combinations, Sequence & Series, Sets, Functions & Relations
• Calculus (Limits, Continuity, Differentiation, Integration)
• Logical Reasoning
• Number Series, Coding-Decoding, Direction Tests, Seating Arrangements, Blood Relations
• Provides ample practice through past paper questions and newly curated exercises
• Statistics
• Data Description & Central Tendency (Mean, Median, Mode)
• Measures of Dispersion (Range, Standard Deviation, etc.), Probability & Probability Distributions
• Sampling Theory of Estimation, Correlation, Regression Analysis, Index Numbers
• Focuses on concept-building with practical applications to contextualise learning

The structure of the book is as follows:

• Unit-wise & Chapter-wise Division – Each chapter tackles a specific area of Quantitative Aptitude, arranged in a logical sequence—from foundational principles to advanced applications
• Chapter Overview & Learning Objectives – Begins with an outline of key themes and objectives to keep you focused on the essential concepts
• Past Examination Questions
• Memory-based Questions – Straight from actual exam scenarios to familiarise students with the pattern and difficulty level
• Practice Questions – Additional exercises to further drill understanding, stimulate analytical thinking, and consolidate problem-solving skills
• Chapter-wise Marks Distribution & Comparison – Illustrates how each topic has been tested in prior exams. It also guides the reader on prioritising topics to maximise efficiency in their study plan
• Answer Presentation & Calculation Techniques – Suggests frameworks for structured, concise, and high-scoring responses—particularly beneficial when dealing with complex computations. It also incorporates calculator tips and shortcut methods to expedite problem-solving during the examination
• Quick Revision Notes – Each chapter ends with crisp bullet points and important formulas, allowing for effective last-minute recaps

About the author

Kailash Thakur

The professional career of Mr. Kailash Thakur is a perfect blend of academic brilliance and vast teaching experience to CA-Foundation, CMA-Foundation/Inter, IIT-JEE, CAT/MAT.

He is B.Sc.(H) with distinction in Mathematics & MBA in Marketing.

At present, he is associated with AKN (Aap Ka Niketan), Kailash Thakur Institute for face to face classes & Aldine Ventures, to provide Satellite classes broadcasted live through satellite at around 160 centres across India.