How to Prepare for 50-60 Marks in 10th Grade Maths, Expert Advice

Math Exam Tips: Educational expert Dr. Amit Kumar shares vital tips for preparing for CBSE 10th-12th Board Exams 2025. Focus on certain math topics to easily score 50-60 marks. Students can perform better by preparing based on chapter-wise important topics and their mark weightage.
Essential topics and tips for preparing for Class 10 Maths subject.

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CBSE Class 10 Maths Board Exam Chapter-wise Tips:

With exams fast approaching, it's crunch time for all students. Many try to study as much as possible but excessive study material can lead to confusion. We're here to alleviate that stress. Dr. Amit Kumar, an educational expert who has counseled millions of students, offers essential tips for efficient study and achieving good marks in a short period.

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The CBSE 10th and 12th board exams will run from February 15 to April 4, 2025. The 10th exam is scheduled for March 18, and the 12th exam will conclude on April 4, 2025. Dr. Amit Kumar suggests that some topics in the CBSE Class 10 Maths Board Exam have been repeatedly asked over the years. Mastering these topics can assure you approximately 50-60 marks (out of 80 in the paper). Here's a chapter-wise breakdown of key topics that are frequently asked:

Chapter 1. Real Numbers

Key Topics:

  • Euclid’s Division Lemma

  • Fundamental Theorem of Arithmetic

  • Questions related to HCF and LCM

Chapter 2. Polynomials

Key Topics:

  • Zeros of a Polynomial

  • Relationship between Zeros and Coefficients

Chapter 3. Pair of Linear Equations in Two Variables

Key Topics:

  • Graphical Method

  • Algebraic Method - Substitution, Elimination, and Cross-Multiplication

Chapter 4. Quadratic Equations

Key Topics:

  • Methods of Solving Quadratic Equations - Factorization, Quadratic Formula

  • Nature of Roots

Chapter 5. Arithmetic Progressions

Key Topics:

  • nth Term of an AP

  • Sum of n Terms of an AP

Chapter 6. Triangles

Key Topics:

  • Similarity Criteria - AAA, SAS, SSS

  • Pythagorean Theorem

Chapter 7. Coordinate Geometry

Key Topics:

  • Distance Formula

  • Section Formula

Chapter 8. Trigonometry

Key Topics:

  • Trigonometric Ratios

  • Trigonometric Identities

Chapter 10. Circles

Key Topics:

  • Tangents to a Circle

  • Theorems related to Circles

Chapter 13. Statistics

Key Topics:

  • Mean

  • Median

  • Mode

Chapter 14. Probability

Key Topics:

  • Basic Probability Concepts

  • Probability Problems

This guide helps estimate potential scores for the Class 10 mathematics exam across various topics.

Note:

  • Competently preparing these topics can assure approximately 52-67 marks.

  • The remaining marks come from Geometry, Surface Areas and Volumes, and other important topics that need thorough preparation.

  • Solving past five years' question papers will familiarize you with the pattern and important questions.

Educational expert Dr. Amit Kumar Niranjan is a national-level counselor and motivator. He has provided career counseling free of charge to over 200,000 students. Additionally, he is a national-level teacher trainer, having trained over 5,000 teachers. Dr. Amit, an accomplished academic, has published works, passed UGC Net in eight different subjects, earned master's degrees in nine fields, and completed two PhDs, making him the sole Indian to achieve such accolades.

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