CBSE Class 7 · Mathematics

CBSE Class 7 Maths Exam Preparation

Rational numbers, algebraic expressions, and geometry — the critical middle year

Complete chapter-wise preparation guide for CBSE Class 7 Mathematics. Rational numbers, algebraic expressions, linear equations, triangles, and data handling — with chapter-wise marks and strategy.

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80

Theory Marks

20

Practical Marks

3 hours

Exam Duration

13

Total Chapters

Chapter-Wise Marks Breakdown

90 theory marks
ChapterMarksDifficulty
Integers6Easy
Fractions and Decimals8Medium
Data Handling6Easy
Simple Equations8Medium
Lines and Angles6Easy
The Triangle and Its Properties8Medium
Comparing Quantities8Medium
Rational Numbers8Hard
Practical Geometry6Medium
Perimeter and Area8Medium
Algebraic Expressions8Hard
Exponents and Powers6Medium
Symmetry & Visualising Solid Shapes4Easy

Topics That Appear Every Year

01Rational numbers — operations and number line representation
02Algebraic expressions — addition and subtraction of unlike terms
03Simple equations — word problems
04Triangle properties — angle sum, exterior angle, Pythagoras
05Comparing quantities — profit/loss and simple interest
06Perimeter and area — circle and triangle
07Laws of exponents — product, quotient, power rules
08Data handling — mean, median, mode

Study Strategy for 90+

1

Rational numbers and algebraic expressions are the hardest topics — spend extra time here

2

Simple equations: always verify your answer by substituting back

3

Profit/Loss and Simple Interest carry guaranteed exam marks — memorise all formulas

4

For geometry, use ruler and compass for all constructions — messy diagrams lose marks

5

Practice 10 sums per chapter from NCERT exercises before moving to sample papers

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