CBSE Class 10 Maths: Important Tips and Topics for SA2

Meritnation|Feb 3rd, 2016 04:56pm

SA2 Maths Class 10The SA2 or the CBSE Summative Assessment II is just around the corner. Students are busy with their last minute revisions and trying to get the most out of their study hours these days.
 
But you do not need to panic as out the team of experts at Meritnation has come up with some great insights into each chapter for your Maths exam. These key revision points and quick tips will help you prepare intelligently for the exams. Even if you have left out certain chapters for last minute preparations or revisions, these tips will help you get through them better.
 

Chapter 4 – Quadratic Equations

 
Important Topics:
1. Solution of Quadratic Equations by Using Quadratic Formula
2. Conditions Under which a Quadratic Equation has Real or Imaginary Roots
 

MERITNATION TIPS:
a) Do check whether an equation is quadratic or not; finding roots of quadratic equations, finding discriminant of an equation, checking the nature of roots and solving word problems are important.
b) Practise as many questions as possible from this chapter.
c) In case you get stuck while solving any question, don’t panic. Leave appropriate space and don’t cut the steps that you may have written. The examiner will give some marks for the steps written.

 
 

RECOMMENDED RESOURCES: Revision Notes | Sample Papers | Textbook Solutions | Ask & Answer

 
 

Chapter 5 – Arithmetic Progressions

 
Important Topics:
1. nth Term of an Arithmetic Progression
2. Sum of n Terms of an Arithmetic Progression
 

MERITNATION TIPS:
a) The formulas used for nth term of AP and sum of terms should be understood well.
b) Practise as many questions as possible.

 
 

Chapter 7 – Coordinate Geometry

 
Important Topics:
1. Section Formula for Internal Division
2. Area of a Triangle in a Coordinate Plane
 

MERITNATION TIPS:
a) Learn and revise the formulas.
b) Focus on questions from the NCERT textbook.
c) Be careful while using the vertices or points involving negative sign.

 
 

RECOMMENDED RESOURCES: Revision Notes | Sample Papers | Textbook Solutions | Ask & Answer

 
 

Chapter 9 – Some Applications of Trigonometry

 
Important Topics:
1. Solving Real World Problems Involving Heights and Distances
 

MERITNATION TIPS:
a) Draw neat diagrams according to the question.
b) Do not forget to write the units, wherever required.
c) Mark all figures neatly.
d) Do not use pen to draw the figure and while marking the points.

 
 

Chapter 10 – Circles

 
Important Topics:
1. Tangents Drawn from an External Point to a Circle
 

MERITNATION TIPS:
a) Proof and applications of theorem 10.1 and 10.2 are important.
b) Draw neat and clean figures.
c) Explain the answer with proper steps giving reasons wherever required.

 
 

RECOMMENDED RESOURCES: Revision Notes | Sample Papers | Textbook Solutions | Ask & Answer

 
 

Chapter 11 – Constructions

 
Important Topics:
1. Construction of a Triangle Similar to The Given Triangle
2. Construction of Tangents to a Circle from a Point Outside the Circle
 

MERITNATION TIPS:
a) Draw a rough figure before making the actual diagram.
b) Do not use pen to make the figure or for marking the angles.
c) Use only sharpened pencils for constructions.

 
 

Chapter 12 – Areas Related to Circles

 
Important Topics:
1. Area of Segment of a Circle
2. Area of Combination of Circles and Other Plane Figures
 

MERITNATION TIPS:
a) You must have a clear understanding of the basics of a circle.
b) Make sure that you know the formulas for finding the areas related circle and its parts.
c) Do not forget to write the unit in the questions involving dimensions.

 
 

RECOMMENDED RESOURCES: Revision Notes | Sample Papers | Textbook Solutions | Ask & Answer

 
 

Chapter 13 – Surface Areas and Volumes

 
Important Topics:
1. Curved Surface Area of Combination of Solids
2. Total Surface Area of Combination of Solids
3. Volume of Combination of Solids
 

MERITNATION TIPS:
a) Make sure you remember all the formulas for calculating surface areas and volumes.
b) Draw neat diagrams and mark proper measurements.
c) Be careful to use the same units as given in the question.
d) Avoid careless mistakes while doing calculations.
e) Try to do the calculations manually as much as possible.

 
 

Chapter 15 – Probability

 
Important Topics:
1. Theoretical Probability of Occurrence of Events
2. Finding Probability Using Complement of a Known Event
 

MERITNATION TIPS:
a) Read the question thoroughly before answering.
b) Make sample space, after reading the question.
c) Draw the chart of sample space for 2 throws of a die or when when 2 dice are thrown.
d) Learn everything about the playing cards before hand.

 
 

RECOMMENDED RESOURCES: Revision Notes | Sample Papers | Textbook Solutions | Ask & Answer

 
 
All the best with your SA2 revisions and exams!
 

Please take a moment to spread these tips with your friends. After all, Knowledge is the only thing that grows when shared! 🙂

 

Important Resources

> 5 Common Exam Mistakes Students Make

 

> Things To Do In Your 5-Minute Break

 

> 10 Tips to Study Smart and Save Time

 

> Gearing Up For SA 2

 

> Creating An Ideal Time Table For Your Board Exam

 

 

Other Important Resources:

Class 10 Board Paper Solutions Class 12 Board Paper Solutions
Class 10 Study Material Class 12 Study Material
Class 10 Study Videos Class 12 Study Videos
Class 10 NCERT Solutions Class 12 NCERT Solutions
Class 10 Test Series Class 12 Test Series
Class 10 Revision Notes Class 12 Revision Notes

 

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  • 1. sailesh  |  March 31st, 2017 at 9:23 am

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  • 20. Parvathy  |  February 15th, 2016 at 11:37 am

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