CBSE Class 8 Mathematics Previous Year Question Paper Set A

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This is a CBSE Class 8 Mathematics Previous Year Question Paper (Set A), designed for board exam practice. The paper is divided into four sections: Section A with 8 questions carrying 1 mark each, Section B with 6 questions carrying 2 marks each, Section C with 10 questions carrying 3 marks each, and Section D with 10 questions carrying 4 marks each. The total marks for the paper are 90, and students are given 3 hours to complete it. All questions are compulsory, with internal choices provided in some cases. Section A features multiple-choice questions, while subsequent sections include a variety of problem-solving tasks. Solving this previous year paper will help students understand the exam pattern, question types, and time management strategies, ultimately boosting their confidence and performance in the final examination.

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BoardCBSE
Class8
SubjectMathematics
LanguageEnglish
TypePrevious Year Question Paper
Exam typeBoard Exam

Paper pattern

The paper has a total of 90 marks and a duration of 3 hours, divided into four sections (A, B, C, D) with questions carrying 1, 2, 3, and 4 marks respectively.

Topics covered

Paper topics

  • Rational Numbers
  • Regular Polygons
  • Square Roots
  • Cube Roots
  • Parallelograms
  • VAT
  • Number Line
  • Cuboids

Important topics

  • Square Roots
  • Cube Roots
  • Properties of Parallelograms
  • Percentage Increase
  • VAT Calculation
  • Representing Numbers on a Number Line

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Question paper text

CLASS VIII MIDDLE SECTION SUBJECT: MATHEMATICS

Max marks: 90

Duration : 3 hrs

SET A

Instructions

  1. All questions are compulsory: internal choices are provided.
  2. Section A Questions 1 to 8 carry 1 mark each
  3. Section B Questions 9 to 14 carry 2 marks each
  4. Section C Questions 15 to 24 carry 3 marks each
  5. Section D Questions 25 to 34 carry 4 marks each

SECTION A

Choose the correct option

  1. Sum of a rational number and its additive inverse is
  2. 1 b) 0
  1. Maximum exterior angle possible for a regular polygon <math>a) 60^{\circ}</math> b) 180° c) 360° d) 120°

<math>3.\sqrt{900} + \sqrt{0.09} =</math>

  1. 30.3 b) 30.03 c) 33 d)33.3
  1. Value of angle x in the figure is <math>a) 100^{\circ}</math> b) 190° c) 170° d)90°
  1. The number of digits in the square root of a number having 7 digits is a)3 b) 4 c) 2 d)1
  1. Cube of 0.2 is a)0.008 b) 0.8 c) 0.08 d)8
  1. Price of mangoes increased from Rs 50 to Rs 70. The increase % is
  2. 20% b) 40% c) 50 % d) 70%
  1. Selling price of a steam iron sold at a loss of 10% if the cost price is 1050 is
  2. Rs 150 b) Rs 1155 c)Rs 105 d) Rs 945
  • `.

SECTION B

  1. Find the square root of 2704 (by long division method)
  2. Find the cube root of 9261
  3. Identify the property used
  4. <math>(3/5 \times 5/4) \times -7/8 = 3/5 \times (5/4 \times -7/8)</math> (b) <math>11/3 \times 1 = 11/3</math>
  5. Opposite angles of a parallelogram are <math>(5x-7)^{\circ}</math> and <math>(4x+3)^{\circ}</math> Find all the angles of the parallelogram. (or) Find the number of sides of a regular polygon if the sum of its interior angles is 1800°.
  6. After spending 65 % of the amount he had Anand has Rs 1400 left with him Find the amount he had in the beginning with him.
  7. Shama purchased a sari costing Rs 1250. The bill amount he had

to pay was Rs 1350. Find the VAT %

SECTION C

  1. Find the value of x in the figure i (or) fig ii (any one only)

tig (ii)

G (OR) Y. ABII GH<br>EFII CD X

50 3 10 H

  1. Find square root of 424.36
  2. Find the perimeter of a square having area 6889 sq m
  3. How many cuboids of dimensions 4cm, 6cm, 15cm are needed to make a cube?
  4. a) Represent - 5 on the number line.
  5. Find 4 rational numbers between -2 and
  • ‘- . .

Frequently asked questions

What is this document?

This is a CBSE Class 8 Mathematics Previous Year Question Paper (Set A) for board exam practice.

What is the total marks and duration for this paper?

The paper is for a maximum of 90 marks and has a duration of 3 hours.

How are the questions divided in this paper?

The paper is divided into four sections: Section A (1 mark each), Section B (2 marks each), Section C (3 marks each), and Section D (4 marks each).

Why is solving previous year papers important?

Solving previous year question papers helps students understand the board pattern, identify important topics, and improve their time management skills for better exam performance.

Does this paper include internal choices?

Yes, all questions are compulsory, but internal choices are provided in some questions.

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