Taxmann Cracker - Fundamentals of Business Mathematics & Statistics Book for CMA Foundation by Tarun Agarwal

Fundamentals of Business Mathematics & Statistics (FBMS | Maths) – CRACKER is a comprehensive, exam-oriented practice companion designed specifically for CMA Foundation | Paper 3, fully aligned with the ICMAI syllabus and examination pattern applicable for the June/December 2026 exams. This Edition adopts a problem-solving, MCQ-centric approach, enabling students to master both the conceptual foundations and application-based problem-solving in Business Mathematics and Statistics. The book goes beyond routine question banks by systematically analysing past examinations, converting descriptive questions into MCQs in line with current exam trends, and integrating chapter-wise summaries, practice questions, and performance analytics. It is specifically curated to help students score confidently and consistently in the CMA Foundation examination.

The Present Publication is the 4^th Edition, authored by CA. Tarun Agarwal, with the following noteworthy features:

• [Aligned with the Latest ICMAI Syllabus] Complete adherence to the CMA Foundation Paper 3 curriculum applicable for June/December 2026

• [Past Examination Coverage up to December 2025] Fully solved MCQs derived from previous CMA Foundation examinations, ensuring familiarity with actual exam standards
• [Module-wise Marks Distribution Analysis] Detailed analysis of past examination weightage to help students identify high-scoring and priority areas
• [Study Material Mapping] Module-wise comparison with ICMAI Study Material to ensure syllabus completeness and exam relevance
• [Chapter-wise Tabular Summaries] Concise, revision-friendly tabular synopses provided at the beginning of each chapter
• [Extensive MCQ Practice] Coverage of 1050+ MCQs, including examination questions and practice problems for thorough preparation
• [Latest Exam Pattern Orientation] Descriptive questions from past examinations systematically converted into MCQs in line with the current objective-type assessment framework

The book provides exhaustive coverage of the entire CMA Foundation Paper 3 syllabus, encompassing:

• Business Mathematics concepts with application-oriented numerical problems
• Statistical tools and techniques relevant for management decision-making
• Chapter-wise MCQs mapped to syllabus modules
• Past examination questions analysed and solved comprehensively
• Trend-based MCQs reflecting ICMAI's evolving question-setting approach
• Practice questions designed to improve speed, accuracy, and confidence
• Each topic is reinforced through exam-relevant MCQs, ensuring conceptual clarity and repeated application

The structure of the book is as follows:

• Module-wise Arrangement strictly as per the CMA Foundation syllabus
• Tabular Synopsis at the Start of Every Chapter, highlighting key formulas, concepts, and weightage
• MCQs Categorised into:
• Past Examination Questions
• Converted Descriptive Questions
• Practice & Revision Questions
• Solutions Presented with Clear Working Notes for better conceptual understanding
• Exam Trend & Weightage Mapping to help students prioritise high-scoring areas