Neel and Rohit explain why math is important for the case interview (and the consultants), outline their key math guidelines, and share their secret tips and tricks that have helped them improve the math in all their cases.

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Timestamps:
Introduction – 0:00
Video overview – 0:37

Part 1: Why is math important? – 1:00 PM
Reason Math is Important for Case Interviews – 1:18
Reason Math is Important at Work – 1:23
What kind of math you expect to know – 2:12
How consultants add value using math and data – 2:25

Part 2: Important Math Guidelines – 4:17
Overview of your math – 4:27
Knowing the units of what you are solving – 6:01
If it takes you a long time, reevaluate – 7:05
Talk to your numbers!!! – 7:49
How to Estimate Numbers Quickly and Accurately – 9:50

Part 3: Specific Math Tips and Tricks – 10:18
Don't use zeros – 10:33
Always write down your units – 10:53
Math, the math is easier on yourself – 11:27
Break numbers into parts – 13:02
Brush up on your mental math skills – 13:41
Tricks with 25 and 5 – 2:30 PM

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