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What is the difference between Computer Science and Informatics Practices in CUET?
Computer Science focuses on Python data structures, algorithms, and networking protocols, whereas Informatics Practices emphasizes Pandas series/dataframes, Matplotlib data visualization, SQL queries, and societal impacts.
Can I practice CUET Computer Science and IP previous papers?
Yes, Python syntax, Pandas dataframe manipulation, and SQL query questions from previous CUET shifts are fully digitized.
What is tested in CUET Informatics Practices on ThunderTest?
Python Pandas (Series, DataFrames), data visualization using Matplotlib (line, bar, histogram), SQL aggregate functions and queries, computer networks, and societal impacts (cyber ethics, IT Act).
What is the difference between CS Section A and Section B on ThunderTest?
Section A contains 15 questions common to both CS and IP. Candidates then choose either Section B1 (Computer Science, 35 Qs attempt 25) or Section B2 (Informatics Practices, 35 Qs attempt 25).
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