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Stuck at Math/Quantitative and What to Calculate in Consulting Cases

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Most recent answer on Jan 15, 2024

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Hi Anonymous, From what you described, it seems like you are having issues to determine the central question you are solving for. If you agree, a best practice is to clarify the question / issue with the interviewer ea ... (read entire answer)

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An unusual quant qn from McKinsey

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Francesco

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Hi Odeh, As mentioned, there could be multiple ways to face this problem. A simple way would be to compare the outcome of two scenarios, one with the investment and one without and put them equal: Step 1: Calculate ... (read entire answer)

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What is the best way to improve quantitative skills?

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Hi, Quant skill is quite a broad definition. Let's split into the following: 1) Fast math - train, train and train again Learn how to multiply double digit numbers (google fast math tips) Learn the division ta ... (read entire answer)

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Casebook with the best Math Part

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Hassan asked on Aug 17, 2023

Medical Doctor interested in Strategy Consulting

Which consulting casebook has the best math/quantitative section in your opinion? I wanna do some focused math prepping by only doing the math part in a casebook.

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Common math formulas

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gave the best answer on May 10, 2021

Hi there, Some key formulas/concepts: Breakeven NPV (with + without growth, perpituity + 1-2 years from now) % Change ROI Margin Markup Inventory turnover Some other helpful Q&As: https://www. ... (read entire answer)

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Preparing for 2nd Round with Kearney in SE Asia

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Hi there, I've supported a number of candidates with Kearney in the US (and successfully interviewed there myself!). I also have the questions they asked my candidate 2 weeks ago. Feel free to reach out. Kearney is best ... (read entire answer)

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Help! - How can I improve my math skills?

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Hi there, Q: My written math skills are ok but I have difficulties with mental math and basically feel not confident and secure in the quantitative field. How can I improve my skills? It is difficult to answer without a ... (read entire answer)

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1st round interview and math mistakes

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Hi there, As you might imagine, it's very hard to tell, but based on the info provided, if you do pass, it's going to be a borderline pass. Don't imagine that you need to have a perfect performance in order to pass ma ... (read entire answer)

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Critical Thinking in Math Questions

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Hi there, Q: I failed to realize that storage costs apply to both options and made a mistake conceptually. How can I ensure that I do not make such mistakes when doing my math? I would try to clarify first the exact re ... (read entire answer)

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Question regarding quant part of a case

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Hi there, Since the margin is exactly 50% of the cost, it seems as though cost based pricing was applied. That's when all cost is added up together with the desired margin (in this case 50%) and pricing is then done in ... (read entire answer)

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Division

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There a lot of tips and tricks that when it comes to quant calculations in case interviews. Specifically with respect to division , you can use distributive property . For example 96/8 can be translated to = (80/8) + (1 ... (read entire answer)

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Can't wrap my head around the math's logic?

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Hi There, Tough question! When I coach people with this problem, the approach I take is starting at the end and working backwards, not starting at the beginning and moving forward. For example: What are you trying to fi ... (read entire answer)

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Method for analyzing graphs and tables

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Hi there, The method I would suggest for graph analysis is the following: 1. READ THE GRAPH Ask for 30 seconds to understand the graph Summarize the graph. Read in particular the graph title, the legend, and the footnot ... (read entire answer)

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Could someone kindly recommend materials for getting better at quantitative problems?

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gave the best answer on Dec 13, 2021

Try the “crafting cases” analytical section in the free course, that should help. They have good resources on ways to create an equation out of non-quantitative prompts and how to tie the insights back into the case.

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I have a big issue in solving most Quantitative Questions

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Hi there, To be perfectly honest a coaching session would do you immense benefit. If you are practicing them and trying to learn and still can't figure it out, you likely need it explained/taught to you. That said, your ... (read entire answer)

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Caculations / quant questions

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Anonymous gave the best answer on Sep 29, 2021

Hi Rachel, Great question! Not sure if you are familiar with the GMAT, but the test has a quantitative section with questions that are quite similar to the quantitative questions in a Consulting Case Study. I found ve ... (read entire answer)

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Arthur D. Little Quantititative Test

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I was just invited to take Arthur D. Little´s quantitative online test and I haven't been able to find much information online. Furthermore, a friend of mine interviewed with them for the same office in Europe 2 months ... (read entire question)

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Help on Question on ROI and Bond Maturity

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Well, you'll get 2 sources of income: The face value at maturity: The ROI is 4/96 (as Chen bought the bonds at $96, but sells them at $100 in 6 months) The interest payment: Chen gets 9% / 12 months * 6 months * $ ... (read entire answer)

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Quant: Cost Question

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Actively preparing for McKinsey Final Round. Have gone through Bain final round. Shoot me a message if you want to prep a case!

Total Revenue = 356,000 Profit Margin = 32% Profit Margin = 32% = (Revenue - Cost)/Revenue = (356,000 - Cost)/356,000 Cost = $242,080 Taking account the upfront cost for the new stores, so $242,080 - $39,000 = ... (read entire answer)

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Quantitative problem

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gave the best answer on Nov 24, 2020

Hi, I have a hunch that you're the same person that has asked the 3 other quant questions! I think you're approaching this wrong (if I may). Rather than spamming the Q&A to get the answer, you need to learn th ... (read entire answer)

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