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What is the importance of the General Aptitude section in GATE?

Significance of General Aptitude in scoring.
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The General Aptitude section is important because it carries 15 marks in all GATE papers and is common across all subjects. It tests candidates' verbal ability, numerical ability, logical reasoning, and analytical skills. Since it is common and relatively easier to score, performing well in this section can positively impact the overall GATE score.
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