Multi-Step Data Problems

Practice bank for UCAT Quantitative Reasoning questions that require two or more calculation steps using data from tables, charts, or combined sources.

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Quick-Reference: Multi-Step Problems

Types of Multi-Step Questions

1. Combine then calculate — add values from different rows/columns, then find a percentage or ratio
2. Calculate then compare — find a derived quantity for each category, then compare
3. Chain calculations — use the output of one calculation as the input for the next
4. Cross-reference — use data from two different tables or a table and a chart together

Systematic Approach

Step	Action
1	Read the question — identify what is being asked
2	Identify which data points you need
3	Perform the first calculation and write down the result
4	Perform the second calculation using that result
5	Check your answer against the options

Common Errors to Avoid