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Browse complete papersFind the next term in the given series. 2Z, 4X, 8U, 14Q, ?
44 N
33 K
22 L
11 M
Correct answer
22 L
Why this answer is correct
The pattern followed here is.
Thus, the missing term in the series is 22L.
Hence, the correct answer is Option 3.
Choose the missing shape in the analogy.
None of the above
Correct answer
Why this answer is correct
The logic followed here is:
Logic: 2nd image is shaded part of 1st image.
Similarly,
Hence, the correct answer is 'Option 3".
In the following series, a specific pattern is followed for both the letters and the numbers. Identify the set of numbers that correctly fills the blanks in the given sequence.
Z, 51, x, 68, V. ____, T, 84, R, 83, P, _____, N, 63, L, 44
(70, 65)
(79, 76)
(75, 70)
(85, 106)
Correct answer
(79, 76)
Why this answer is correct
The pattern followed here is:
Thus, the missing terms in the series are 79 and 76.
Hence, the correct answer is Option 2.
Criteria to be selected as Junior Analyst
Eligibility Criteria (as on 15-07-2023):
Must have a B.Sc. in Statistics / Mathematics with minimum 65% marks.
Age between 23 and 30 years.
Must have completed a Data Analytics Certificate course.
Should have 2 years of analytical work experience.
Special Case:
If candidate has only 1 year experience, but has Master's degree in Data Science, refer to Project Manager.
Case:
Meera is 26 years old, B.Sc. in Statistics with 70% marks, has done a certificate course and holds a Master's in Data Science. She has only 1 year experience.
What should be done in Meera's case?
Refer to Project Manager
Select the candidate
Refer to HR
Reject the candidate
Correct answer
Refer to Project Manager
Why this answer is correct
All the conditions are as follows:
| Condition Number | Detail | Fulfillment |
|---|---|---|
| (a) | Must have a B.Sc. in Statistics / Mathematics with minimum 65% marks. | Yes – Meera has B.Sc. in Statistics with 70% marks |
| (b) | Age between 23 and 30 years. | Yes – She is 26 years old |
| (c) | Must have completed a Data Analytics Certificate course. | Yes – She has completed the certificate course |
| (d) | Should have 2 years of analytical work experience. | No – She has only 1 year experience |
| Special Case | If candidate has only 1 year experience, but has Master's degree in Data Science → refer to Project Manager. | Applies – She has 1 year experience and a Master’s in Data Science |
Here, Meera fulfills all criteria except the experience requirement. However, as per the special case, since she has only 1 year of experience but also holds a Master’s in Data Science, her case should be referred to the Project Manager.
Hence, the correct answer is "Option (1)".
Identify the figure that best fits in place of the question mark.
Question figure:
A
D
C
B
Correct answer
D
Why this answer is correct
The pattern followed here is:
Thus, figure D will complete the series.
Hence, the correct answer is "Option 2".
How many triangles are in the given figure?
28
18
20
26
Correct answer
28
Why this answer is correct
The number of triangles is:
Thus, the total number of triangles is 28.
Hence, the correct answer is "Option 1".
Read the situation and choose the best judgment:
You are shopping in a busy supermarket and notice a person quickly slipping a small, inexpensive item into their bag without scanning or paying for it. The store appears understaffed, and no security personnel are immediately visible.
Question: Given this situation, which of the following is the most ethical and responsible action?
Directly confront the person and demand they pay for the item.
Ignore the incident, as it is a small item and not your responsibility.
Take a photo or video of the person as evidence, then post it on social media.
Discreetly find a store employee or manager and quietly inform them of what you observed.
Correct answer
Discreetly find a store employee or manager and quietly inform them of what you observed.
Why this answer is correct
The most ethical and responsible action is:
Option 1 : Risky — it could escalate into conflict or even danger.
Option 2 : Easiest, but it allows theft to continue and harms the store and its staff.
Option 3 : Completely unethical — it violates privacy, could wrongly accuse someone, and spreads the issue publicly without resolution.
Option 4 (Inform store staff): Responsible — it lets the right people handle the situation discreetly, avoids escalation, and protects you and others.
Thus, 4) Discreetly find a store employee or manager and quietly inform them of what you observed is correct.
Hence, the correct answer is "Option 4".
Which figure breaks the 2D classification rule ?
Correct answer
Why this answer is correct
The logic followed here is:
Figure breaks the 2D classification rule:
Option 1 is sphere shape which is a 3D figure.
And rest figures are Pentagon, Triangle, Square are 2D figures.
Hence, the correct answer is "Option 1".
Find the odd one out:
512
343
216
289
Correct answer
289
Why this answer is correct
The logic followed here is:
Logic: All the numbers, except one, are perfect cubes.
Now,
512: 83 = 512. (Perfect Cube)
343: 73 = 343. (Perfect Cube)
216: 63 = 216. (Perfect Cube)
289: 172 = 289. (Perfect Square)
All numbers are perfect cubes except for 289, which is a perfect square.
Hence, the correct answer is "Option 4".
Post: Project Manager - Urban Infrastructure Eligibility Criteria (as on 01-01-2025):
B.E./B.Tech in Civil or urban Engineering with minimum 75% marks.
Must have completed MBA in Infrastructure / Project Management with 65% or above.
Total experience must be minimum 10 years, out of which at least 3 years as team lead.
Age limit: Maximum 42 years.
Candidate must have handled at least two full-cycle government projects.
Special Clause:
If no MBA, but 12+years of experience including at least 2 years abroad, and led 3+ projects refer to Advisory Board.
If project count is only one, but other conditions are fully met, refer to Infrastructure Commission.
Case:
Sneha has 78% in B.Tech Civil, no MBA, 13 years of experience including 3 years abroad, and has led 4 projects (all for state government).
Question: What should be done in Sneha's case?
Refer to Infrastructure Commission
Refer to Advisory Board
Reject the candidate
Select the candidate
Correct answer
Refer to Advisory Board
Why this answer is correct
All the conditions are as follows:
| Condition Number | Detail | Fulfillment |
|---|---|---|
| (a) | B.E./B.Tech in Civil or Urban Engineering with minimum 75% marks. | Yes – Sneha has 78% in B.Tech Civil |
| (b) | Must have completed MBA in Infrastructure / Project Management with 65% or above. | No – She does not have an MBA |
| (c) | Total experience must be minimum 10 years, out of which at least 3 years as team lead. | Yes – She has 13 years' experience and has led 4 projects (lead experience implied ≥ 3 years) |
| (d) | Age limit: Maximum 42 years. | Not stated – No information given to disqualify; assume within limit |
| (e) | Candidate must have handled at least two full-cycle government projects. | Yes – She has led 4 projects, all for state government |
| Special Clause 1 | If no MBA, but 12+ years of experience including at least 2 years abroad, and led 3+ projects → refer to Advisory Board. | Applies – She has no MBA, 13 years experience, 3 years abroad, and led 4 projects |
| Special Clause 2 | If project count is only one, but other conditions are fully met → refer to Infrastructure Commission. | Not applicable – Project count is 4 |
Here, Sneha meets the main technical requirements (education, experience, government project handling) but does not have the MBA.
She satisfies the conditions of Special Clause 1 (no MBA, 12+ years' experience, 2+ years abroad, led 3+ projects). Therefore her case should be referred to the Advisory Board.
Hence, the correct answer is "Option (2)".