LRDI is one of those sections in CAT that can mess with your head. Some days, the sets just click. Other days, even the first question feels like a dead end. I’ve had my fair share of both, and over time, I realized something important—LRDI isn’t about remembering formulas. It’s about how you approach each problem. Here’s how I slowly got better at it with these LRDI Preparation tips:
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1. Logic Over Formula
There’s no shortcut here—just logic. You won’t find a formula that magically solves LRDI sets. The more you train your brain to look at problems logically, the better you get at cracking them. Keep track that you are solving at least 50 sets of each topic until CAT 2025 arrives.
2. Struggling is Normal
There were times when one set took me nearly an hour—and I still didn’t get the answer. But that’s okay. Step away, come back later, try something similar again. That struggle? That’s part of the learning. Don’t rush it. But keep a habit of solving each set on your own first. If you take help after spending 20-30 minutes, make sure you come back to this later and solve similar questions of this type.
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3. Accuracy First, Speed Later
When I started out, I took as long as I needed to get a set right. I wasn’t worried about time; I just wanted to understand how to solve it. Speed came much later, once I had built a foundation.
4. Picking the Right Sets is a Game Changer
This was a big one. Not every set is worth your time. Learning how to choose the right sets during mocks and practice sessions made a huge difference in my overall score. That decision-making skill is what really sets high scorers apart. This won't come from day 1. For this very reason, taking sectionals and timed tests from early on is very important from early on. Finding your comfort plus the examiner's tactics, is crucial for this section.
5. LRDI Preparation Tips: Stay Calm, No Matter What
Some LRDI sections are just plain tough. But instead of panicking, I started treating them like a puzzle. Take one step at a time. Stay calm. Even getting through one set with full accuracy can boost your percentile. Even if your first 20 minutes are gone, you will have to practice calming your anxiety.
If LRDI feels like a wall right now, don’t let it scare you. Everyone struggles with it at some point. What matters is how you approach it and how consistently you practice. Trust the process, focus on logic, and give yourself time to improve. You’ll get there—one set at a time.
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