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Looking for typical equation question ( numeracy part) at mckinsey interview.

McKinsey Numeracy

Most recent answer on Mar 30, 2022

#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate

gave the best answer on Mar 29, 2022

#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate

Hi there, You need to practice your ability and flexibility in answering any kind of equation/problem. Sounds like you've bought some good resources. Preplounge and Rocketblocks also have good exercises. If you'd like s ... (read entire answer)

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on Mar 30, 2022 on Mar 30, 2022
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How to approach the following type of questions?

abstract case analytics approaching a case Numeracy numerical

Most recent answer on Aug 08, 2021

#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate

gave the best answer on Aug 07, 2021

#1 BCG coach | MBB | Tier 2 | Digital, Tech, Platinion | 100% personal success rate (8/8) | 95% candidate success rate

Hi there, In terms of what metric you use it truly depends on the case! You need to let the case “tell you” what's needed. That said, when it comes to increasing profits, you can do this by increasing revenues, decreasi ... (read entire answer)

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on Aug 08, 2021 on Aug 08, 2021
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Numeracy questions: do I need to answer directly and to structure the solution or the interviewer will guide me?

Case Interview Numeracy

Most recent answer on Aug 13, 2019

McKinsey / Accenture Alum / Got all BIG3 offers / Harvard Business School

gave the best answer on Aug 13, 2019

McKinsey / Accenture Alum / Got all BIG3 offers / Harvard Business School

Hi, Here is the approach: You listen to the question Think 10-30 secs and present the interviewer your approach (e.g. the exact formula or equation) Check with the interviewer if that's the correct approach ... (read entire answer)

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on Aug 13, 2019 on Aug 13, 2019
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