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Logical Reasoning Olympiad Class 8

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Logical reasoning consists of aptitude and critical thinking questions that require a logical and critical understanding to arrive at the correct and logical solution. Most of the questions are constructed and developed with lot of research and based on concepts

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Logical reasoning is classified into two types:

Verbal Reasoning: It is the ability to logically understand the verbal concepts and solve problems expressed in sensible words. Verbal reasoning tests the ability of collection of information and making logical explanation.

Non-verbal Reasoning: It is the ability to logically understand the critical concepts and solve problems expressed in numbers/letters/figures in combination with words.

The topics included in the logical reasoning section comprise of the following type of questions:

Verbal Questions – These types of questions can be solved verbally.

Number based questions - These types of questions can be solved numerically,

Image-Based Questions – Mirror images or paper construction-based images or to find similar or dissimilar figures.

Puzzle Questions – This includes systematic arrangement of people/days/months/places, etc. in different formats

Sequence Questions – In such questions a series or sequence of people/numbers/alphabets, questions based on the same may be asked

Syllabus for Class 8 International Reasoning Olympiad

  1. Series Completion
  2. Coding and Decoding
  3. Alphabet Test
  4. Mathematical Operations
  5. Puzzle Test
  6. Calendar Test
  7. Number - Ranking - Time Sequence
  8. Arithmetical Reasoning
  9. Syllogism
  10. Non-Verbal Series
  11. Analogy
  12. Classification
  13. Blood Relations
  14. Cubes and Dices Test
  15. Statements
  16. Images
  17. Data Sufficiency
  18. Verbal Reasoning

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Olympiad and it’s importance

Clarity of concepts:

Olympiad exams are all about getting the concept right. Basic knowledge is built on the foundation provided in early years of learning. It is only when the concepts are cleared, students can comprehend a variety of questions. Conceptual understanding forms the basis of acquiring good grip over topics.

Prepares for other competitions:

Olympiads help to prepare students for future competitions. It creates a good working knowledge on the type of questions asked. Higher education requires students to appear for various national level entrance tests. It becomes easy for students who have already attempted such exams beforehand.

Boosts self-confidence:

Olympiad exams motivate students to perform better each time. This increases self-confidence and gives students the power to tackle more such challenges in the best possible way.

Encourages self-learning:

Today, with online learning and online Olympiads, students can learn at their own pace. These exams encourage self-learning that goes a long way in students’ life. It enables them to check their progress on a timely basis. It ensures improvement in score with rigorous practice.

Assists academic performance:

All Olympiad exams are based on existing school syllabus. Students are meant to study the same topics for Olympiads that they learn in school. Thus, those who practice for Olympiads, automatically score well in their school exams too. It supports and enriches academic performance indirectly.

Develops additional learning skills:

Olympiad exams require students to think differently. Instead of looking at questions in one angle, they have to weigh all consequences to that angle. This means they need to think in different directions to arrive at the right answer. It enables students to master the art of exploration.

Improves reasoning ability:

All subjects of Olympiads include logical reasoning as one of its important segments. These segments open the thinking horizon of students. Students can be asked questions on number series, alphabet sequences, blood relations, diagrams and so on. It ensures that students use their intellect in the most efficient manner.

Additional Knowledge:

It gives students an upper hand to learning topics taught in class. Students are made clear on various topics and are provided with additional information as well.

Developed interest:

When students practice these subjects, they automatically develop love for the same. It is the best way to find out students’ liking and interest.

Involves students in brainstorming sessions:

Olympiad exams involve a lot of thinking and analyzing. It requires students to be engaged in brainstorming sessions to come out with the right answer. It leverages students’ potential to perform well after undergoing a lot of thought processes.

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Chapters & Topics

Chapter 1. Series Completion
Topic 1Series Completion
Topic 2Alphabet Series
Topic 3Alpha Numeric Series
Topic 4Letter Repeating Series
Topic 5Missing Terms In Figures
Topic 7Series Completion Practice Questions
Chapter 2. Coding and Decoding
Topic 1Coding Decoding
Topic 2Type I Letter Coding
Topic 3Type II Number Alphabet Coding
Topic 4Type III Substitution Coding
Topic 5Type IV Mixed Letter Coding
Topic 6Type V Mixed Number Coding
Chapter 3. Alphabet Test
Topic 1Alphabet Test
Topic 2Alphabetical Order
Topic 3Letter Word Test
Topic 4Word Formation Test
Topic 5Alphabetical Quibble
Topic 6Rule Detection Test
Topic 7Alphabet Test Practice Questions
Chapter 4. Mathematical Operations
Topic 1Mathematical Operations Introduction
Topic 2Coded Operations
Topic 3Problem Solving By Substitution
Topic 4Interchange of Signs and Numbers
Topic 5Mathematical Operations Practice Questions
Chapter 5. Puzzle Test
Topic 1Puzzle Test Introduction
Topic 2Comparison Type Problems
Topic 3Selection Type Problems
Topic 4Seating or Placing Arrangements
Topic 5Puzzle Test Practice Questions
Topic 6Statements of Logical Reasoning
Chapter 6. Calendar Test
Topic 1Calendar and Clock Test Introduction
Topic 2Calendar Test
Topic 3Clock Test
Topic 4Calendar and Clock Test Practice Questions
Chapter 7. Number - Ranking - Time Sequence
Topic 1Number Ranking Time Sequence Introduction
Topic 2Date Time Sequence
Topic 3Number Sequence
Topic 4Ranking Sequence
Topic 5Number Ranking Time Sequence Practice Questions
Chapter 8. Arithmetical Reasoning
Topic 1Arithmetical Reasoning
Topic 2Data Relations
Topic 3Venn Diagram
Topic 4Arithmetical Reasoning Practice Questions
Chapter 9. Syllogism
Topic 1Syllogism Introduction
Topic 2Four Premise Arguments
Topic 3Three Premise Arguments
Topic 4Two Premise Arguments
Topic 5Syllogism Practice Questions
Chapter 10. Non-Verbal Series
Topic 1Non Verbal Series Introduction
Topic 2Design Change Series
Topic 3Incremental Type Series
Topic 4Multi Relational Series
Topic 5Rotational Type Series
Topic 6Non Verbal Series Practice Questions
Chapter 11. Analogy
Topic 1Analogy Introduction
Topic 2Alphabet Analogy
Topic 3Analogous Pairs
Topic 4Detecting Analogies
Topic 5Number Analogy
Topic 6Non Verbal Analogy
Topic 7Rotation of the Figures
Topic 8Number Analogy
Topic 9Analogy Practice Questions
Chapter 12. Classification
Topic 1Classification
Chapter 13. Blood Relations
Topic 1Blood Relations Introduction
Topic 2Coded Relations
Topic 3Jumbled Relations
Topic 4Relation Puzzle
Topic 5Blood Relations Practice Questions
Chapter 14. Cubes and Dices Test
Topic 1Introduction Cubes and Dices Test
Topic 2Cubes Test
Topic 3Dices Test
Topic 4Cubes and Dices Test Practice Questions
Chapter 15. Statements
Topic 1Assertion and Reason
Topic 2Cause and Effect
Topic 3Judgements
Topic 4Logical Sequence of Statements
Topic 5Situation and Reaction
Topic 6Statements and Arguments
Topic 7Statements and Assumptions
Topic 8Statements and Conclusion
Topic 9Statement and Course of Action
Topic 10Truth of Statements
Topic 11Statements Practice Questions
Chapter 16. Images
Topic 1Series Completion
Topic 2Counting of Figures
Topic 3Embedded Images
Topic 4Figure Matrix
Topic 5Grouping of Figures
Topic 6Mirror Images
Topic 7Paper Folding and Cutting
Topic 8Water Images
Topic 9Images Practice Questions

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