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Question 71

KVS PRT 2023• GK, Reasoning & Computers

How many 5's are there in the following number sequence each of which is immediately preceded By '2' or '3' and is immediately succeeded by '7' or '8'?

3 5 8 5 2 5 7 3 5 8 2 5 6 3 5 7 5 5

  1. AOption (a)

    4

  2. BOption (b)

    5

  3. COption (c)

    3

  4. DOption (d)

    2

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Correct answer

Answer: (a)A.

4

Why this answer is correct

3 5 8 5 2 5 7 3 5 8 2 5 6 3 5 7 5 5 

Condition to be checked:

  1. 5's in the series which are succeeded by 7 or 8 & preceded by 2 or 3.

2 or 3 → 5 → 7 or 8 

• 5's which are preceded by 2 or 3:

3 5 8  5  2 5 7 3 5  8 2 5  6 3 5 7 5 5

• 5's which are preceded by 2 or 3 & succeeded by 7 or 8:

3 5 8  5  2 5 7  3 5 8  2 5 6  3 5 7 5 5

There are Four such 5's in the series that follows the condition.

Hence the correct answer is "4".

Question 72

KVS PRT 2023• GK, Reasoning & Computers

Geeta moves 60 metres in north from her home and then turns right. After walking 90 metres she reached Traffic signal. Then she turns right and moves 100 metres to reach market. Her college is 60 metres to the east of the market. In which direction is her college from her home ?

  1. AOption (a)

    North

  2. BOption (b)

    South

  3. COption (c)

    North-East

  4. DOption (d)

    South-East

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Correct answer

Answer: (d)D.

South-East

Why this answer is correct

Given:

Geeta moves 60 metres in north from her home and then turns right.

After walking 90 metres she reached Traffic signal.

Then she turns right and moves 100 metres to reach market.

Her college is 60 metres to the east of the market. 

Thus, Her College is in the South-east direction with respect to her Home.

Hence, "Option 4" is the correct answer.

Question 73

KVS PRT 2023• GK, Reasoning & Computers

Nine friends M, N, O, P, Q, R, S, T and U are sitting in a row facing South, not necessarily in the same order.

U is to the left of M and at the third place at the left of N. T is at the end of the row. Q is between O and P. O is at the third place at the right of T. S is immediate right of O.

Who is sitting between M and N?

  1. AOption (a)

    R

  2. BOption (b)

    S

  3. COption (c)

    T

  4. DOption (d)

    U

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Correct answer

Answer: (a)A.

R

Why this answer is correct

According to the given information:

Nine friends M, N, O, P, Q, R, S, T and U are sitting in a row facing South, not necessarily in the same order.

T is at the end of the row

O is at the third place at the right of T

S is immediate right of O

Q is between O and P

U is to the left of M and at the third place at the left of N

from these we get

Therefore, we see that R is sitting between M and N.

Hence, the correct answer is “Option 1’.

Question 74

KVS PRT 2023• GK, Reasoning & Computers

Given below is a question followed by two statements numbered (I) and (II), each containing some information. Decide which of the statement (s) is/are sufficient to answer the question.

Q: On which day of the week did Riya arrive?

Statement (I) : Her mother correctly remembers that she arrived before Wednesday but after Sunday.

Statement (II) : Her sister correctly remembers that she did not arrive on Monday.

  1. AOption (a)

    The statement (I) alone is sufficient to answer the question while the statement (II) alone is not sufficient.

  2. BOption (b)

    The statement (II) alone is sufficient to answer the question while the statement (I) alone is not sufficient.

  3. COption (c)

    Both statements (I) and (II) together are necessary to answer the question.

  4. DOption (d)

    Both statements (I) and (II) together are not sufficient to answer the question.

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Correct answer

Answer: (c)C.

Both statements (I) and (II) together are necessary to answer the question.

Why this answer is correct

Question:

On which day of the week did Riya arrive?

Statements I: Her mother correctly remembers that she arrived before Wednesday but after Sunday.

From statement (I) we can say that Riya arrived either on Monday or Tuesday .

Statement II: Her sister correctly remembers that she did not arrive on Monday.

From statement (II) we can say that Riya not arrived on Monday.

From both statements, we conclude that Riya arrived on "Tuesday".

Both statements (I) and (II) together are necessary to answer the question.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 3".

Question 75

KVS PRT 2023• GK, Reasoning & Computers

Select the option which best illustrates the three given classes.

Singers, Swimmers, Engineers.

  1. AOption (a)

  2. BOption (b)

  3. COption (c)

  4. DOption (d)

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Correct answer

Answer: (b)B.

Why this answer is correct

The logic followed here is:

→ Some Singers can be Swimmers, Engineers

→Some Swimmers can be Engineers, Singers

→Some Engineers can be Singers, Swimmers

The venn diagram representing the relation between Singers, Swimmers, Engineers is shown below,

Hence, the correct answer is "Option - (2)".

Question 76

KVS PRT 2023• GK, Reasoning & Computers

Which of the following video teleconferencing software is commonly used on Windows System and owned by Microsoft?

  1. AOption (a)

    Meet

  2. BOption (b)

    Webex

  3. COption (c)

    Go To Meeting

  4. DOption (d)

    Skype

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Correct answer

Answer: (d)D.

Skype

Why this answer is correct

The correct answer is Skype.

Key Points

  • Skype is a widely used video teleconferencing software owned by Microsoft.
  • It is compatible with multiple platforms, including Windows systems.
  • Skype allows for voice calls, video calls, and instant messaging between users.
  • Microsoft acquired Skype in 2011, making it an integral part of their suite of communication tools.

Additional Information

  • Other video teleconferencing software includes:
  • Meet (Google Meet): Developed by Google, used for video meetings and online collaboration.
  • Webex: Developed by Cisco, used for video conferencing, online meetings, and webinars.
  • Go To Meeting: Developed by LogMeIn, used for online meetings and video conferencing.

Question 77

KVS PRT 2023• GK, Reasoning & Computers

What is the default web browser used with a Microsoft Windows 10 machine?

  1. AOption (a)

    Edge

  2. BOption (b)

    Mosaic

  3. COption (c)

    Opera

  4. DOption (d)

    Safari

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Correct answer

Answer: (a)A.

Edge

Why this answer is correct

The correct answer is Edge.

Key Points

  • Edge is the default web browser used with a Microsoft Windows 10 machine.
  • Microsoft Edge is a web browser developed by Microsoft.
  • It was first released for Windows 10 and Xbox One in 2015, and later for other platforms.
  • Edge replaced Internet Explorer as the default browser on Windows 10.
  • Microsoft Edge is designed to be a lightweight web browser with a layout engine built around web standards.

Additional Information

  • Other browsers like Safari, Opera, and Mosaic are also popular but are not the default browser for Windows 10.
  • Safari is developed by Apple and is the default browser on macOS and iOS.
  • Opera is a freeware web browser developed by Opera Software.
  • Mosaic was one of the first web browsers, but it is now obsolete.
  • Microsoft Edge is integrated with Cortana and has extensions hosted on the Microsoft Store.

Question 78

KVS PRT 2023• GK, Reasoning & Computers

Expand the term EPROM:

  1. AOption (a)

    Electronic Programmable Read Only Memory

  2. BOption (b)

    Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory

  3. COption (c)

    Electrically Programmable Read Only Memory

  4. DOption (d)

    Erase n Program Read Only Memory

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Correct answer

Answer: (b)B.

Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory

Why this answer is correct

The correct answer is Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory.

Key Points

  • EPROM stands for Erasable Programmable Read Only Memory.
  • EPROM is a type of memory chip that retains its data when its power supply is switched off.
  • Data in an EPROM chip can be erased by exposing the chip to ultraviolet light.
  • Once erased, the chip can be reprogrammed with new data.
  • EPROMs are used in a variety of applications, including computer BIOS firmware and other embedded systems.
  • EPROM provides a reusable and flexible storage solution for firmware and software in electronic devices.

Additional Information

  • There are other types of non-volatile memory, such as EEPROM (Electrically Erasable Programmable Read-Only Memory) and Flash memory.
  • EEPROM can be erased and reprogrammed in-circuit, using electrical charge.
  • Flash memory is a type of EEPROM that can be erased and reprogrammed in large blocks.
  • Memory types have evolved to provide more flexibility, higher density, and faster access times.
  • Understanding the different types of memory and their characteristics is crucial for selecting the right memory for a specific application.

Question 79

KVS PRT 2023• GK, Reasoning & Computers

Which of the following file format is not supported in Windows Media Player?

  1. AOption (a)

    .mp3

  2. BOption (b)

    .pdf

  3. COption (c)

    .wma

  4. DOption (d)

    .wmv

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Correct answer

Answer: (b)B.

.pdf

Why this answer is correct

The correct answer is Option 2.

Key Points

  • Windows Media Player is a media player and media library application developed by Microsoft.
  • It is used for playing audio, video, and viewing images on personal computers running the Microsoft Windows operating system.
  • It supports file formats like .mp3, .wma, .wmv, and more.
  • PDF (.pdf) is a file format developed by Adobe and is not supported by Windows Media Player as it is not a media file format.
  • Therefore, PDF is not a supported file format in Windows Media Player.

Additional Information

  • Windows Media Player can also be used to rip music from and copy music to compact discs.
  • It supports synchronization with other digital media players and mobile devices.
  • Other popular media players include VLC Media Player, iTunes, and Spotify.

Question 80

KVS PRT 2023• GK, Reasoning & Computers

Which of the following feature is present in MS-PowerPoint but is not included in MS-Word?

  1. AOption (a)

    Transitions

  2. BOption (b)

    Tables

  3. COption (c)

    Zoom

  4. DOption (d)

    Formatting

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Correct answer

Answer: (a)A.

Transitions

Why this answer is correct

The correct answer is Transitions.

Key Points

  • Transitions are a feature in MS-PowerPoint that allows you to add visual effects when you move from one slide to the next.
  • MS-Word does not include transitions as it is primarily a word processing software.
  • Other features such as Tables, Zoom, and Formatting are present in both MS-PowerPoint and MS-Word.

Additional Information

  • MS-PowerPoint is a presentation program that is used to create slide shows composed of text, graphics, and other objects, which can be displayed on-screen and shown by the presenter or printed out on transparencies or slides.
  • MS-Word is a word processing program that is used to create, edit, format, and print documents.