Mathematics Test for CBSE Class 8
(Aligned with CBSE Curriculum, September 2025)
Instructions:
Answer all questions. Section A contains objective questions (1-2 marks each).
Section B contains descriptive questions (4-6 marks each). Show all working for
full marks.
Section A: Objective Type Questions (20 marks)
1. What is the square of 12? (1 mark)
a) 144 b) 121 c) 169 d) 100
Answer: a) 144
2. The value of (23 )2 is: (1 mark)
a) 16 b) 64 c) 8 d) 32
Answer: b) 64
3. Which
√ of the following √
is a rational number? (1 mark)
a) 2 b) 7 c) π d) 3
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Answer: b) 75
4. Factorize: x2 − 9. (2 marks)
a) (x − 3)(x + 3) b) (x − 9)(x + 1) c) (x − 3)2 d) (x + 3)2
Answer: a) (x − 3)(x + 3)
5. What is the volume of a cube with side 4 cm? (2 marks)
a) 16 cm³ b) 64 cm³ c) 48 cm³ d) 32 cm³
Answer: b) 64 cm³
6. Simplify: 34 ÷ 12 . (2 marks)
a) 38 b) 32 c) 23 d) 43
Answer: b) 23
7. The cube root of 27 is: (1 mark)
a) 3 b) 9 c) 6 d) 2
Answer: a) 3
8. What is the area of a square with side 8 cm? (2 marks)
a) 16 cm² b) 32 cm² c) 64 cm² d) 48 cm²
Answer: c) 64 cm²
9. The value of 50 is: (2 marks)
a) 0 b) 1 c) 5 d) 25
Answer: b) 1
10. If x = 2, what is the value of 3x2 ? (2 marks)
a) 6 b) 12 c) 18 d) 24
Answer: b) 12
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Section B: Descriptive Type Questions (30 marks)
1. Solve the equation: 2x2 − 8 = 0. Show all steps and verify your solution. (6
marks)
Answer: x = ±2
2. Find the compound interest on ₹5000 at 10% per annum for 2 years, com-
pounded annually. Show all calculations. (6 marks)
Answer: ₹1050
3. Construct a quadrilateral ABCD with AB = 5 cm, BC = 6 cm, CD = 4 cm, DA =
5.5 cm, and �B = 80°. Write down the steps of construction. (6 marks)
4. Factorize: x2 + 5x + 6. Verify your answer by expanding the factors. (6
marks)
Answer: (x + 2)(x + 3)
5. A rectangular garden is 20 m long and 15 m wide. A path 2 m wide is built
around it. Find the area of the path. (6 marks)
Answer: 148 m²
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Additional Notes
• Ensure all calculations are shown clearly.
• For constructions, use a compass and ruler, and label all points.
• Use a separate sheet for rough work if needed.
