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SSC CGL Previous Paper (Held On: 11 June 2019 Shift 3) (Previous Year Paper)

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General Intelligence and Reasoning (25 questions)

Question 1

Select the figure in which the given figure is embedded. (Rotation is not allowed)

  1. AOption (a)

  2. BOption (b)

  3. COption (c)

  4. DOption (d)

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (a)A.

Why this answer is correct

If we look closely, figure is hidden in option figure 1 as shown below.

Hence, answer should be “Option 1”.

Question 2

Find the missing number from the below options.

467
53?
414558
  1. AOption (a)

    12

  2. BOption (b)

    9

  3. COption (c)

    51

  4. DOption (d)

    3

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (d)D.

3

Why this answer is correct

Pattern followed here is,

Taking 1st column,

42 + 52 => 16 + 25 = 41;

Similarly for 2nd column,

62 + 32 => 36 + 9 = 45;

For 3rd column,

72 + x2 = 58,

x2 = 58 – 49,

x2 = 9,

x = Either +3 or -3,

Here all the terms and the given options are positive integers.

Hence, “3” is the correct answer.

Question 3

Given below is a transparent sheet of paper with a pattern on the left and right side. How will the pattern appear when the transparent sheet is folded on the dotted line?

  1. AOption (a)

  2. BOption (b)

  3. COption (c)

  4. DOption (d)

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (c)C.

Why this answer is correct

Hence, the above figure will be the final figure.

Question 4

Arrange the following words in a logical and meaningful order.

  1. Kidney
  2. Heart
  3. Brain
  4. Thyroid gland
  5. Liver
  1. AOption (a)

    3, 4, 2, 5, 1

  2. BOption (b)

    3, 2, 4, 1, 5

  3. COption (c)

    3, 2, 4, 5, 1

  4. DOption (d)

    3, 4, 2, 1, 5

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (a)A.

3, 4, 2, 5, 1

Why this answer is correct

These organs are to be arranged on the basis of position of organs in the body from top to bottom.

So, correct arrangement will be Brain > Thyroid gland > Heart > Liver > Kidney.

Hence, the correct order will be 3, 4, 2, 5, and 1.

Question 5

Two statements are given, followed by three conclusions numbered I, II and III. Assuming the statements to be true, even if they seem to be at variance with commonly known facts. decide which of the conclusions logically follow(s) from the statements.

Statements:

All squirrels are lizards.

All lizards are goose.

Conclusions:

I. Some squirrels are not goose.

II. Some lizards are squirrels.

III. Some goose are squirrels.

  1. AOption (a)

    Conclusions I and II follow

  2. BOption (b)

    Conclusions I and III follow

  3. COption (c)

    Conclusions II and III follow

  4. DOption (d)

    Conclusions I, II and III follow

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (c)C.

Conclusions II and III follow

Why this answer is correct

Statement I: All squirrels are lizards.

Statement II: All lizards are goose.

Conclusion:

I: Some squirrels are not goose → False.

II: Some lizards are squirrels → True.

III: Some goose are squirrels → True.

Hence, “Conclusion II and III” follows.

Question 6

Select the correct mirror image of the given figure when a vertical mirror is placed on the right on the figure.

  1. AOption (a)

  2. BOption (b)

  3. COption (c)

  4. DOption (d)

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (c)C.

Why this answer is correct

The image I flipped horizontally

Hence, “Option 3” is the correct answer

Question 7

Select the number that will replace “?” in the following series.

120, 128, 144, 168, ?, 240

  1. AOption (a)

    202

  2. BOption (b)

    216

  3. COption (c)

    208

  4. DOption (d)

    200

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (d)D.

200

Why this answer is correct

The pattern follow here is,

120 + 8 = 128;

128 + 16 = 144;

144 + 24 = 168;

168 + 32 = 200;

200 + 40 = 240;

Hence, “200” is a term which will complete the series.

Question 8

Select the option that is related to the third number in the same way as the second number is related to the first number.

16 : 240 ∷ 6 : ?

  1. AOption (a)

    40

  2. BOption (b)

    25

  3. COption (c)

    35

  4. DOption (d)

    30

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (d)D.

30

Why this answer is correct

Logic follow here is,

In case of 16 : 240,

16 : ((16)2 – 16) → 16 : (256 – 16)

= 16 : 240;

Similarly,

6 : ((6)2 – 6) → 6 : (36 – 6)

= 6 : 30

Hence, “30” is the correct answer.

Question 9

Find the missing number from the below options.

92549
61113
916?
  1. AOption (a)

    21

  2. BOption (b)

    19

  3. COption (c)

    18

  4. DOption (d)

    20

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (d)D.

20

Why this answer is correct

The pattern follow here is,

Taking 1st column,

√9 + 6 => 3 + 6 = 9;

Similarly for 2nd column,

√25 + 11 => 5 + 11 = 16;

For 3rd column,

√49 + 13 => 7 + 13 = 20;

Hence, “20” is the correct answer.

Question 10

Select the letter cluster that will come next in the following series.

ADH, XAE, UXB, RUY, ?

  1. AOption (a)

    OSV

  2. BOption (b)

    ORV

  3. COption (c)

    ORU

  4. DOption (d)

    PRV

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (b)B.

ORV

Why this answer is correct

Hence, “ORV” is the correct answer.

Question 11

Which two signs should be interchanged to make the given equation correct?

27 ÷ 3 – 18 + 3 × 2 = 18

  1. AOption (a)

    ÷ and ×

  2. BOption (b)

    × and +

  3. COption (c)
    • and -
  4. DOption (d)
    • and ÷
View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (d)D.
  • and ÷

Why this answer is correct

Given Equation: 27 ÷ 3 – 18 + 3 × 2 = 18

Let’s check each option,

  1. Interchanging ÷ and ×

Equation will become: - 27 × 3 – 18 + 3 ÷ 2

81 – 18 + 1.5 ≠ 18

  1. Interchanging × and +

Equation will become: - 27 ÷ 3 – 18 × 3 + 2

9 – 54 + 2 ≠ 18

  1. Interchanging + and –

Equation will become: - 27 ÷ 3 + 18 - 3 × 2

8 + 18 – 6 ≠ 18

  1. Interchanging + and ÷

Equation will become: - 27 + 3 – 18 ÷ 3 × 2

27 + 3 – 6 × 2

30 – 12 = 18

Thus, interchanging “+ and ÷” we get the correct answer.

Question 12

Three different positions of the same dice are shown below. Which symbol is on the face opposite the face showing ‘*’?

  1. AOption (a)

    %

  2. BOption (b)

    &

  3. COption (c)

  4. DOption (d)
View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (b)B.

&

Why this answer is correct

The symbol # appears in 2 dice position i.e. 1st and 2nd from which it is evident that $, &, + and * are adjacent to it and cannot be opposite to #. From this we can conclude that # will face opposite to %.

Similarly, + appears in 2 dice positions i.e. 2nd and 3rd from which it is evident that #, *, &, % are adjacent to it and cannot be opposite to +. So, + will face opposite to $.

From the above conclusions we can conclude that * and & will face each other.

Hence, “&” is the correct answer.

Question 13

In a code language, SELECTION is written as ESELDITNO. How will NOSTALGIA be written in the same language?

  1. AOption (a)

    ONTSZGLAI

  2. BOption (b)

    NOTSBLGAI

  3. COption (c)

    ONTSBGLAI

  4. DOption (d)

    ONSTBGLAI

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (c)C.

ONTSBGLAI

Why this answer is correct

Pattern follow here is,

Similarly for word NOSTALGIA,

Hence, NOSTALGIA can be coded as “ONTSBGLAI”.

Question 14

In a code language, if PICTURE is coded as 16932021185 then how will FUNCTION be coded in the same language?

  1. AOption (a)

    6211332091513

  2. BOption (b)

    6211432081514

  3. COption (c)

    6211432091413

  4. DOption (d)

    6211432091514

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (d)D.

6211432091514

Why this answer is correct

According to given coding language,

ABCDEFGHIJKLM
12345678910111213
ZYXWVUTSRQPON
26252423222120191817161514

 

PICTURE
16932021185

 

Similarly for FUNCTION,

FUNCTION
6211432091514

 

Hence, “FUNCTION” can be coded as “6211432091514”.

Question 15

In the Venn diagram given below, the circle represents ‘Ladies’, the triangle represents ‘Constables’ and the square represents ‘Married persons’. The numbers given in the diagram represents number of persons of that particular category.

How many lady constables are NOT married?

  1. AOption (a)

    15

  2. BOption (b)

    12

  3. COption (c)

    14

  4. DOption (d)

    8

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (b)B.

12

Why this answer is correct

Circle represents ‘Ladies’, Triangle represents ‘Constables’ and Square represents ‘Married persons’.

Number of lady constable not married i.e. number which represent the intersection of Circle and Triangle but not Square, which is number “12”.

Hence, “12” is the correct answer.

Question 16

Select the figure that will come next in the following figure series.

  1. AOption (a)

  2. BOption (b)

  3. COption (c)

  4. DOption (d)

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (b)B.

Why this answer is correct

The logic followed here is:

Step I: The symbol 'Dotted Circle' are moving positions in increasing order consecutively i.e. in +, +2, +3 and +4.

Step II: The symbol 'Plus' are moving positions in increasing order consecutively i.e. in +, +2, +3 and +4.

So, the complete series of image will be:

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 2".

Question 17

Three of the following four letter-clusters are alike in a certain way and one is different. Pick the odd one out.

  1. AOption (a)

    PUYBD

  2. BOption (b)

    JOSVX

  3. COption (c)

    TYBEG

  4. DOption (d)

    EJNQS

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (c)C.

TYBEG

Why this answer is correct

Checking each option,

  1. PUYBD →

  2. JOSVX →

  3. TYBEG →

  4. EJNQS →

Hence, “TYBEG” is the odd one among the following options.

Question 18

How many triangles are there in the figure given below?

  1. AOption (a)

    32

  2. BOption (b)

    36

  3. COption (c)

    30

  4. DOption (d)

    24

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (c)C.

30

Why this answer is correct

Hence, “30” is the correct answer.

Question 19

Three of the following four number-pairs are alike in a certain way and one is different. Pick the odd one out.

  1. AOption (a)

    14 : 196

  2. BOption (b)

    12 : 244

  3. COption (c)

    4 : 16

  4. DOption (d)

    2 : 4

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (b)B.

12 : 244

Why this answer is correct

The pattern follow here is,

14 : (14)2 => 14 : 196,

12 : (12)2 => 12 : 144,

4 : (4)2 => 4 : 16,

2 : (2)2 => 2 : 4,

Hence, “12 : 244” is the odd one out from the given option.

Question 20

‘Insulin’ is related to ‘Hormone’ in the same way as ‘Pepsin’ is related to ‘______’.

  1. AOption (a)

    Stomach

  2. BOption (b)

    Digestion

  3. COption (c)

    Vitamins

  4. DOption (d)

    Enzymes

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (d)D.

Enzymes

Why this answer is correct

Insulin is a hormone. Similarly, Pepsin is an enzyme.

Hence, Enzymes is the correct answer.

Question 21

Select the term that will replace the question mark (?) in the following series.

A, G, L, ?, S, U, V

  1. AOption (a)

    Q

  2. BOption (b)

    N

  3. COption (c)

    O

  4. DOption (d)

    P

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (d)D.

P

Why this answer is correct

The pattern follow here is,

Hence, “P” is the correct answer.

Question 22

Three of the following four words are alike in a certain way and one is different. Pick the odd word out.

  1. AOption (a)

    Integrity

  2. BOption (b)

    Honesty

  3. COption (c)

    Truthfulness

  4. DOption (d)

    Hypocrisy

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (d)D.

Hypocrisy

Why this answer is correct

Integrity, Honesty and Truthfulness are positive qualities in the personality of a person whereas Hypocrisy is a negative quality in the personality of a person. Hence, Hypocrisy is the odd word out.

Question 23

The sum of the current ages of Natasha and Krishna is 50 years. 10 years ago, Krishna was twice as old as Natasha. What is Krishna’s current age?

  1. AOption (a)

    30 years

  2. BOption (b)

    20 years

  3. COption (c)

    15 years

  4. DOption (d)

    10 years

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (a)A.

30 years

Why this answer is correct

Let the age of Natasha be” x” and age of Krishna be “y”.

As per statement given in question:

x + y = 50     ...(i) and

Ten years ago:

Natasha = x -10 years old

Krishna = y -10 years old

→ y – 10 = 2(x – 10)

→ 2x –y = 20 – 10     ...(ii)

From both the equations (i) and (ii)

→ 2x + 2y = 100

→ 2x – y = 10

→ 3y = 90 → y = 30

And x = 20.

Hence, Krishna’s age is 30 years.

Question 24

A + B means ‘A is the mother of B’

A - B means ‘A is the father of B’

A × B means ‘A is the sister of B’

A ÷ B means ‘A is the daughter of B’

If P + R × T – Q ÷ S + U, then how is S related to T?

  1. AOption (a)

    Daughter

  2. BOption (b)

    Wife

  3. COption (c)

    Mother

  4. DOption (d)

    Sister

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (b)B.

Wife

Why this answer is correct

According to the question, P + R × T – Q ÷ S + U can be decoded as P is mother of R, R is sister of T, T is father of Q, Q is daughter of S, S is mother of U.

From the above arrangement, S is wife of T.

Hence, “Wife” is the correct answer.

Question 25

Select the word-pair in which the two words are related in the same way as the two words in the following word-pair.

Walnut : Fig

  1. AOption (a)

    Almond : Dry fruits

  2. BOption (b)

    Turmeric : Spices

  3. COption (c)

    Raisin : Apricot

  4. DOption (d)

    Asafoetida : Cashew nuts

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (c)C.

Raisin : Apricot

Why this answer is correct

Here, Walnut and Fig both are fruits of a tree. In the pair Raisin and Apricot, also both are fruits of a tree. In all other pairs first is type of second element of the pair or not related as in the given pair. Hence, Raisin and Apricot is the related pair.

General Awareness (25 questions)

Question 26

Bhavai' is a traditional dance form of ______.

  1. AOption (a)

    Bihar

  2. BOption (b)

    Maharashtra

  3. COption (c)

    Punjab

  4. DOption (d)

    Rajasthan

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (d)D.

Rajasthan

Why this answer is correct

  • Bhawai  is performed with enormous skill this dance is an exciting pot balancing dance of the snake charmer tribe.
  • It demonstrates the art of dancing and revolving even while balancing many articles and items on one's head.
Folk DancesStates
DhimsaAndhra Pradesh
Giddha ParhaunHimachal Pradesh
BhavaiRajasthan
PhaagHaryana

Question 27

Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR) is calculated as a percentage of each bank's _____.

  1. AOption (a)

    savings of customers

  2. BOption (b)

    rate of inflation

  3. COption (c)

    credit growth

  4. DOption (d)

    net demand and time liabilities

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (d)D.

net demand and time liabilities

Why this answer is correct

The correct answer is Option 4 i.e. net demand and time liabilities 

Key Points

  • The cash reserve ratio (CRR) is the mandatory deposit to be held by banks with the Reserve Bank of India.
  • It is calculated daily on the basis of the bank’s net demand and time liabilities with the objective to ensure the liquidity and solvency of the banks.
  • The current rate of CRR is 4.50% (As of December  2022).

Question 28

Which of the following Indian authors is one of the four screenplay writers of the movie 'Kai Po Che'?

  1. AOption (a)

    Amish Tripathi

  2. BOption (b)

    Durjoy Datta

  3. COption (c)

    Chetan Bhagat

  4. DOption (d)

    Ravinder Singh

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (c)C.

Chetan Bhagat

Why this answer is correct

  • The bollywood film 'Kai Po Che' was based on Chetan Bhagat's novel 'The 3 Mistakes of My Life' released in 2013.
  • It was directed by Abhishek Kapoor and Pubali Chaudhari, Supratik Sen, Abhishek Kapoor and Chetan Bhagat were the screenplay writers of the film.
  • The film had received 6 nominations at the 59th Filmfare Awards and it won two awards, including Best Screenplay for Kapoor and Best Background Score for Hitesh Sonik.

Question 29

___________ became the most successful doubles player in the history of Davis Cup as on 2018.

  1. AOption (a)

    Leon Smith

  2. BOption (b)

    Henri Leconte

  3. COption (c)

    Mark Woodforde

  4. DOption (d)

    Leander Paes

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (d)D.

Leander Paes

Why this answer is correct

  • India's Leander Paes after winning his 43rd Davis Cup doubles rubber against China in April 2018 became the most successful player in the history of Davis Cup.
  • Leander Paes teamed up with Rohan Bopanna broke the record of Italy's Nicola Pietrangeli with the most doubles wins in Davis Cup history.
  • He is one of the most experienced tennis players in the world.
  • He made his Davis Cup debut in 1990 and has since competed in 56 ties, amassing a total win-loss record in singles and doubles of 91-35.

Question 30

The Indus Water Treaty was signed between India and ______.

  1. AOption (a)

    Afghanistan

  2. BOption (b)

    Bangladesh

  3. COption (c)

    Pakistan

  4. DOption (d)

    China

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (c)C.

Pakistan

Why this answer is correct

The correct answer is Pakistan.

Key Points

  • The Indus Water Treaty (IWT) is a water-distribution treaty between India and Pakistan which was signed on September 19, 1960.
  • The treaty was signed by Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru and Pakistan’s President Ayub Khan.
  • The treaty deals with river Indus and its five tributaries.

These are divided into two categories - 

Eastern Rivers:

  • Sutlej
  • Beas
  • Ravi

Western Rivers:

  • Jhelum
  • Chenab
  • Indus

According to the treaty, all the water of the eastern rivers shall be available for unrestricted use in India, and India must allow unrestricted flow of water from the western rivers to Pakistan.

Question 31

The 'Friendship Highway' is a road that connects China to ______.

  1. AOption (a)

    Myanmar

  2. BOption (b)

    Pakistan

  3. COption (c)

    India

  4. DOption (d)

    Nepal

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (d)D.

Nepal

Why this answer is correct

  • The 'Friendship Highway' also known as the China-Nepal Highway, connects the capital of Tibet, Lhasa with the Nepalese-Chinese border between Zhangmu and Kodari.
  • The 800-kilometre long 'Friendship Highway' goes through the Himalayan mountains and along the Yarlung valley upto Shigatse, Tibet's second-largest city and formerly the home of the Panchen Lamas.

Question 32

Which Indian author wrote the book 'The English Teacher'?

  1. AOption (a)

    R. K Narayan

  2. BOption (b)

    Khushwant Singh

  3. COption (c)

    Ruskin Bond

  4. DOption (d)

    Vikram Seth

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (a)A.

R. K Narayan

Why this answer is correct

  • The English Teacher is a 1945 novel written by R. K. Narayan. It is the third and final part in the 'Malgudi Days" series, preceded by Swami and Friends (1935) and The Bachelor of Arts (1937).
  • This novel, dedicated to Narayan's wife Rajam is not only autobiographical but also poignant in its intensity of feeling.
  • The story is a series of experiences in the life of Krishna, an English teacher, and his quest towards achieving inner peace and self - development.

Question 33

In which province of China is the Huangguoshu National Park located which houses the world's largest waterfall cluster.

  1. AOption (a)

    Shandon

  2. BOption (b)

    Guizhou

  3. COption (c)

    Yunnan

  4. DOption (d)

    Jiangsu

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (b)B.

Guizhou

Why this answer is correct

  • Huangguoshu National Park of China is located in west Guizhou province.
  • It is 128 km from Guiyang and 45 km from Anshun, a tourist destination in West China.
  • Huangguoshu is also the largest waterfalls in China and East Asia located on the Baishui River in Anshun in the same province.

Question 34

Who among the following is the only Indian to have won the Amateur World title in both, snooker and billiards?

  1. AOption (a)

    Pankaj Advani

  2. BOption (b)

    Michael Ferreira

  3. COption (c)

    Subhash Agarwal

  4. DOption (d)

    Geet Sethi

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (a)A.

Pankaj Advani

Why this answer is correct

  • Pankaj Advani is the only Indian to have won the Amateur World title in both, snooker and billiards.
  • He is the only snooker player to ever win professional world titles in both the long and short formats of snooker and both formats of English billiards.
  • Pankaj Advani has also won country's most prestigious awards Padma Shri in 2009, Rajiv Gandhi Khel Ratna in 2006 and Arjuna Award in 2004.

Question 35

_______ assumed the title of 'Gangaikondachola', or the conqueror of the river Ganga.

  1. AOption (a)

    Rajadhiraja Chola

  2. BOption (b)

    Vijayalaya Chola

  3. COption (c)

    Rajendra Chola I

  4. DOption (d)

    Rajaraja Chola I

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (c)C.

Rajendra Chola I

Why this answer is correct

  • Indian king Rajendra Chola-I used naval powers to conquer parts of Eastasia.
  • He defeated Sri Vijaya or the Kadaram kingdom in East Asia and bore the title Kadaramkonda.
  • He belongs to the Imperial Chola Dynasty.
  • His reign was from 1012-1044 A.D.
  • He built a city called Gangaikonda Cholapuram to commemorate his victory in his northern India campaign which spanned up to Ganges River, where he defeated Bengal king Mahipala-I.
  • Therefore, he assumed the title of 'Gangaikondachola' or the conqueror of the river Ganga.

Question 36

Night Blindness is caused by the deficiency of Vitamin _______.

  1. AOption (a)

    B12

  2. BOption (b)

    C

  3. COption (c)

    A

  4. DOption (d)

    K

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (c)C.

A

Why this answer is correct

  • Night blindness results in loss of vision in the dark and is caused by the deficiency of Vitamin A.
  • Nyctalopia (night blindness) is one of the first signs of Vitamin A deficiency.
  • Xerophthalmia, Keratomalacia, and complete blindness can also occur since vitamin A has a major role in phototransduction.

 

Vitamin B12Affects the nervous system and weaknessWeak muscles and energy loss
Vitamin CScurvyBleeding gums and slow reparation of wounds
Vitamin KExcessive bleedingBlood doesn’t clot and the wounds keep on bleeding

Question 37

When was the Constitution of Pakistan enforced?

  1. AOption (a)

    1965

  2. BOption (b)

    1947

  3. COption (c)

    1973

  4. DOption (d)

    1952

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (c)C.

1973

Why this answer is correct

  • The National Assembly of Pakistan passed it's Constitution on 10th April, 1973.
  • The President of the constituent Assembly authenticated it on 12th April 1973 and the Assembly published the Constitution of the Islamic Republic of Pakistan.
  • After partitioned from India, Pakistan was declared as an Islamic Republic and it was made mandatory that only a Muslim could become the President of the country.

Question 38

Which of the following was a port city of the Indus Valley Civilization?

  1. AOption (a)

    Rakhigarhi

  2. BOption (b)

    Dholavira

  3. COption (c)

    Kalibangan

  4. DOption (d)

    Lothal

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (d)D.

Lothal

Why this answer is correct

  • Lothal is a port city in Gujarat, located on the banks of the Bhogava River, a right tributary of the Sabarmati River.
  • It had the earliest known dock in the world, used mainly for trade purposes in the Indus Valley Civilization.
  • Lothal is situated in the Ahmedabad District in modern Gujarat.
  • It is considered a port town according to the Archaeological Survey of India.

Question 39

In which year was the 'Battle of Goa' fought?

  1. AOption (a)

    1510

  2. BOption (b)

    1502

  3. COption (c)

    1524

  4. DOption (d)

    1514

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (a)A.

1510

Why this answer is correct

  • Afonso de Albuquerque succeeded Dom Francisco de Almeida as Governor of the Portuguese State of India on November 4, 1509.
  • The Marshal of Portugal Dom Fernando Coutinho, sent by King Manuel had been ordered to enforce the orderly succession of Albuquerque to office.
  • In 1510, the governor of Portuguese India Afonso de Albuquerque captured the city of Goa.

Question 40

In which part of the flower does fertilisation take place?

  1. AOption (a)

    Stigma

  2. BOption (b)

    Style

  3. COption (c)

    Ovary

  4. DOption (d)

    Filament

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (c)C.

Ovary

Why this answer is correct

  • Carpels, present in the centre of a flower, form the female reproductive part. It is surrounded by male reproductive structures called stamens.
  • The carpels and stamens are surrounded by petals.
  • The petals are protected by sepals, which are green.
  • The carpels are the female reproductive part of the flower. It is divided into three parts namely- ovary, style and stigma.
  • The ovary contains ovules and the style acts as a passage for the pollen tubes carrying the male gametes.
  • The stigma is the terminal part of the carpel which is receptive and it receives the pollen grains and provides nutrition for the growth and development of the pollen tube which carries male gametes through style and reaches the ovules to fertilise an egg.

Question 41

About 70% of the sun is made up of ______.

  1. AOption (a)

    Carbon

  2. BOption (b)

    Oxygen

  3. COption (c)

    Hydrogen

  4. DOption (d)

    Helium

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (c)C.

Hydrogen

Why this answer is correct

  • Sun is the most hot glowing sphere of Plasma at the centre of the solar system.
  • It is made of gases and most of it is hydrogen (about 70%) and helium (about 28%).
  • While carbon, nitrogen and oxygen make up 1.5% and the other 0.5% is made up of other elements like neon, iron, silicon, magnesium and sulfur.
  • It is one of most important sources of energy for life on earth.

Question 42

The former princely state of Tripura in the north-eastern part of India was ruled by _________ Dynasty.

  1. AOption (a)

    Manikya

  2. BOption (b)

    Ahom

  3. COption (c)

    Haihaya

  4. DOption (d)

    Nagvanshi

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (a)A.

Manikya

Why this answer is correct

  • The former princely state of Tripura in the north-eastern part of India was ruled by Manikya dynasty.
  • Ratna Fa was the 145th king of Twipra and he was the first to assume the title Manikya and as such can be considered the founder of the Manikya dynasty.
  • The first king of Twipra is Chandra, the moon himself but the list of historical begins with Ratna Fa only.

Question 43

DNA is stored majorly in ______ of the cell.

  1. AOption (a)

    nucleus

  2. BOption (b)

    cytoplasm

  3. COption (c)

    golgi body

  4. DOption (d)

    plasma membrane

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (a)A.

nucleus

Why this answer is correct

  • DNA - deoxyribonucleic acid is a form of a double helix carrying genetic instructions in humans and almost all other organisms.
  • DNA is mostly located in the cell nucleus but it also found in mitochondria in a small amount.
  • The DNA strands are composed of monomeric units called nucleotides which is composed of four nitrogen-containing nucleobases like cytosine, guanine, adenine, thymine are called deoxyribose.

Question 44

The 'Tanakh' is the sacred text of which religion/sect?

  1. AOption (a)

    Judaism

  2. BOption (b)

    Zen Buddhism

  3. COption (c)

    Taoism

  4. DOption (d)

    Confucianism

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (a)A.

Judaism

Why this answer is correct

  • The Torah is part of the larger text known as the Tanakh or the Hebrew Bible.
  • ‘The Torah’ is the central reference of Judaism. It has a range of meanings. It can most specifically mean the first five books of the 24 books of the Tanakh, and it usually includes the rabbinic commentaries.
  • It is supplemental oral tradition represented by later texts such as the Midrash and the Talmud.
  • With between 14.5 and 17.4 million adherents worldwide, Judaism is the tenth largest religion in the world.

Question 45

In 2019, Harsh Vardhan, the union minister for Environment, Forest and Climate Change launched the India Cooling Action Plan (ICAP). On which day was ICAP released?

  1. AOption (a)

    15th February

  2. BOption (b)

    26th January

  3. COption (c)

    8th March

  4. DOption (d)

    27th February

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (c)C.

8th March

Why this answer is correct

  • Ministry for Environment, Forest and Climate Change launched ';India Cooling Action Plan' (ICAP) on 8 March 2019.
  • ICAP is a 20-year road map (2018 to 2038) to address the cooling requirements for all sectors such as buildings, cold chain, transport and refrigeration.
  • It aims to reduce cooling demand across sectors by 20% to 25% and reduce refrigerant demand by 25% to 30% by 2037-38.

Question 46

The phrase 'Survival of the fittest' as a way of describing the mechanism of natural selection was coined by ______.

  1. AOption (a)

    Charles Babbage

  2. BOption (b)

    Louis Pasteur

  3. COption (c)

    Herbert Spencer

  4. DOption (d)

    Marie Curie

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (c)C.

Herbert Spencer

Why this answer is correct

  • ‘Survival of the fittest’ is a phrase that comes from the principle of natural selection which was given by Charles Darwin.
  • The phrase was actually used first by Herbert Spencer after reading Darwin’s book ‘On the Origin of Species’.
  • It originated from the Darwinian Evolutionary theory and reproductive success is the biological concept of it.
  • In simpler terms, it means, that the form which will leave the most copies of itself in the successive generations will survive.

Question 47

The interest rate charged by banks on short-term loans to their largest, most secure and most creditworthy customers is called ______.

  1. AOption (a)

    Amortised Rate

  2. BOption (b)

    Prime Lending Rate

  3. COption (c)

    Discount Rate

  4. DOption (d)

    Variable Rate

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (b)B.

Prime Lending Rate

Why this answer is correct

  • Benchmark prime lending rate or ;prime rate is the interest rate that commercial banks charge their most creditworthy customers.
  • Prime lending rate, is largely determined by the federal funds rate, which is the overnight rate that banks use to lend to one another.
  • The prime rate is also important for individual borrowers, as the prime rate directly affects the lending rates available for a mortgage, small business loan or personal loan.
  • Generally, the prime rate is reserved for only the most qualified customers, determined as those who pose the least amount of risk of default.
  • RBI's REPO rate and CRR affect the benchmark prime lending rate.

Question 48

World Water Day is annually celebrated on ______.

  1. AOption (a)

    22nd March

  2. BOption (b)

    2nd June

  3. COption (c)

    13th August

  4. DOption (d)

    15th January

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (a)A.

22nd March

Why this answer is correct

  • World Water Day is celebrated annually on 22nd March.
  • The day aims to draw attention to the importance of universal access to clean water, sanitation and hygiene (WASH) facilities in developing countries.
  • The day also focuses on advocating for the sustainable management of freshwater resources.
  • Theme: "Leaving no one behind".
  • This is an adaptation of the central promise of the 2030 Agenda for Sustainable Development: as sustainable development progresses, everyone must benefit.

Question 49

Which one of the following is the highest altitude lake of Pakistan?

  1. AOption (a)

    Rush Lake

  2. BOption (b)

    Satpara Lake

  3. COption (c)

    Paristan Lake

  4. DOption (d)

    Attabad Lake

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (a)A.

Rush Lake

Why this answer is correct

  • The highest lake in Pakistan is the Rush Lake located in Nagar Valley, Gilgit - Baltistan at an altitude of over 4,700 meters near the Rush Pari Peak.
  • It is also the 25th highest lake is the world.
  • The second highest lake in Pakistan is the Karambar Lake, which at an altitude of 4,272 meters, is the 31st highest lake in the world.
  • It is also one of the highest alpine lakes in the world.

Question 50

The Constitution of India was amended for the first time in which year?

  1. AOption (a)

    1954

  2. BOption (b)

    1961

  3. COption (c)

    1951

  4. DOption (d)

    1960

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (c)C.

1951

Why this answer is correct

  • The Constitution of India was amended for the first time on 10th May 1951.
  • The Statement of Objects and Reasons appended to the Constitution (First Amendment) Bill, 1951 was enacted as the Constitution (First Amendment) Act, 1951.
  • The first amendment added Article 15(4) and Article 19(6) and also brought changes in the right to property in pursuance after the decision of Supreme Court regarding Fundamental Right of the Citizens.

Quantitative Aptitude (25 questions)

Question 51

The radii of the two circular faces of the frustum of a cone of height 14 cm are 5 cm and 2 cm. What is its volume in cm3? (π = 22/7)

  1. AOption (a)

    520

  2. BOption (b)

    572

  3. COption (c)

    560

  4. DOption (d)

    540

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (b)B.

572

Why this answer is correct

Radii of two circular faces of the frustum of a cone are 5 cm and 2 cm

Height of the circular frustum of cone H = 14 cm

As we know,

Volume of the frustum of cone = 1/3 × π [R2 + r2 + Rr] 14

⇒ 1/3 × 22/7 × [52 + 22 + 5 × 2] × 14

⇒ 22/3 × [25 + 4 + 10] × 2

⇒ 22/3 × 39 × 2

⇒ 572

Direction∶ This table shows the number of students studying in various streams in different colleges.

StreamsCollage
ABCDE
Arts580460320470370
Science620680540360400
Commerce480520350520330

Question 52

The number of students in the science stream of college C is approximately what percentage of students studying in that college?

  1. AOption (a)

    43%

  2. BOption (b)

    44%

  3. COption (c)

    45%

  4. DOption (d)

    42%

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (c)C.

45%

Why this answer is correct

Total number of students of college C = 320 + 540 + 350 = 1210

Number of students in science stream of college C = 540

Required percentage = [540/1210] × 100 = 44.66%= 45% (approx)

Question 53

What is the ratio of the number of students studying science in collages A and B together to the number of students studying commerce in colleges D and E together?

  1. AOption (a)

    13 ∶ 8

  2. BOption (b)

    26 ∶ 17

  3. COption (c)

    21 ∶ 17

  4. DOption (d)

    23 ∶ 15

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (b)B.

26 ∶ 17

Why this answer is correct

Total number of students studying science in collages A and B together = 620 + 680 = 1300

Total number of students studying commerce in colleges D and E together = 520 + 330 = 850

Required ratio = 1300 ∶ 850 = 26 ∶ 17

Question 54

A train without stoppage travels with an average speed of 80 km/h and with stoppage, it travels with an average speed of 72 km/h. For how many minutes does the train stop on an average per hour?

  1. AOption (a)

    7

  2. BOption (b)

    6

  3. COption (c)

    9

  4. DOption (d)

    8

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (b)B.

6

Why this answer is correct

Without stoppage average speed = 80 km/h

With stoppages average speed = 72 km/h

As we know,

Time of rest per hour equal to the difference in average speed divided by the speed without stoppage.

Required time = [(80 – 72)/80] × 60 = 6

So, A train stops on an average 6 minute/hr

Question 55

The price of sugar is increased by 21%. A person wants to increase his expenditure by 12% only. By what percent, correct to one decimal place, should be reduce his consumption?

  1. AOption (a)

    7.8%

  2. BOption (b)

    7.4%

  3. COption (c)

    7.2%

  4. DOption (d)

    7.6%

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (b)B.

7.4%

Why this answer is correct

Given:

The price of sugar is increased by 21%. A person wants to increase his expenditure by 12%.

Calculation:

Let the initial price of sugar be 100x

Price of sugar after increased = 100x × [121 / 100] = 121x

Person wants his expenditure increase by 12% only,

So, his expenditure should be = 100x × [112 / 100] = 112x

Required percentage = [(121x – 112x) / 121x] × 100 = 7.43% ≈ 7.4%

Alternate MethodNOTE - This is a short trick method to solve these type of questions.

Expenditure = Price × Consumption

112/100 = 121/100 × y

y = 112/121 

Therefore, the reduction in consumption = 121 - 112 = 9

Therefore, Percentage reduction = 9/121 × 100 = 7.43% ≈ 7.4%

Question 56

In a circle with centre O, AB is the diameter and CD is a chord such that ABCD is a trapezium. If ∠BAC = 24°, then ∠CAD is equal to∶

  1. AOption (a)

    24

  2. BOption (b)

    42

  3. COption (c)

    36

  4. DOption (d)

    48

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (b)B.

42

Why this answer is correct

Given, ∠BAC = 24°

⇒ ∠ACB = 90° [Angle in a semicircle is 90]

In ΔACB

⇒ ∠ACB + ∠CBA + ∠BAC = 180°

⇒ ∠CBA = 180° – 90° – 24° = 66°

⇒ ∠BDC = ∠CAB = 24° [Alternate interior angle]

⇒ ∠DCA = ∠ABD = 24° and ∠CAD = ∠DBC

∵ Two inscribed angles forming the same arc or forming two equal arcs are equal.

⇒ ∠CBA = ∠DBC + ∠ABD

⇒ 66° = ∠DBC + 24°

⇒ ∠DBC = 66° – 24° = 42°

⇒ ∠CAD = ∠DBC = 42°

Question 57

If the data about students of the commerce stream in all colleges is represented by a pie-chart, what is the central angel of the sector representing college D, to the nearest degree?

  1. AOption (a)

    85°

  2. BOption (b)

    82°

  3. COption (c)

    80°

  4. DOption (d)

    88°

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (a)A.

85°

Why this answer is correct

Number of students of the commerce stream in all colleges = 480 + 520 + 350 + 520 + 330 = 2200

Number of students of college D in commerce stream = 520

2200 students represents = 360°

520 students will represent = [360°/2200] × 520 = 85° (approx)

Question 58

The difference between the compound interest and simple interest on Rs. X at 12% per annum for 2 years is Rs. 18. What is the value of x?

  1. AOption (a)

    1,280

  2. BOption (b)

    1,250

  3. COption (c)

    1,340

  4. DOption (d)

    1,300

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (b)B.

1,250

Why this answer is correct

As we know,

Difference between the compound interest and simple interest for 2 years formula,

Given, r = 12%, time = 2 years and P = x

⇒ Pr2/(100)2 = difference

⇒ (P × 12 × 12)/100 × 100 = 18

⇒ P = 1250

Question 59

In ΔABC, P is a point on BC such that BP ∶ PC = 1 ∶ 2 and Q is the midpoint of BP. Then, ar(ΔABQ) ∶ ar(ΔABC) is

  1. AOption (a)

    1 ∶ 5

  2. BOption (b)

    1 ∶ 3

  3. COption (c)

    1 ∶ 4

  4. DOption (d)

    1 ∶ 6

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (d)D.

1 ∶ 6

Why this answer is correct

Given, BP ∶ PC = 1 ∶ 2 or BP ∶ PC = 2 ∶ 4

Let PB be 2 units and PC be 4 units

BC = BP + PC = 2 + 4 = 6 unit

If Q is the midpoint of BP, then BQ = QP

BQ = BP/2 = 2/2 = 1 unit

arΔABQ ∶ arΔABC = BQ ∶ BC

arΔABQ ∶ arΔABC = 1 ∶ 6

Question 60

The value of sin2 48° + sin2 42° – sec2 30° + tan2 60° is equal to∶

  1. AOption (a)

    8/3

  2. BOption (b)

    5/3

  3. COption (c)

    7/3

  4. DOption (d)

    2

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (a)A.

8/3

Why this answer is correct

sin2 48° + sin2 42° – sec2 30° + tan2 60°

⇒ sin248° + cos2(90° – 42°) – (2/√3)2 + (√3)2

⇒ sin248° + cos248° –4/3 + 3 [sin(90 – θ) = cos θ and sin2 θ + cos2 θ = 1]

⇒ 1 –4/3 + 3

⇒ 4 – 4/3

⇒ 8/3

Question 61

A is 50% more efficient than B and C is 40% less efficient than B. Working together, they can complete a task in 10 days. In how many days will A alone complete 150% of that task?

  1. AOption (a)

    35

  2. BOption (b)

    33

  3. COption (c)

    31

  4. DOption (d)

    28

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (c)C.

31

Why this answer is correct

Let the efficiency of B be 100.

Efficiency of A will be = 100 × [150/100] = 150

Efficiency of C will be = 100 × [60/100] = 60

Efficiency ratio of A, B and C = 150 ∶ 100 ∶ 60 = 15 ∶ 10 ∶ 6

Total work = (15 + 10 + 6) × 10 = 310

150% of total work = 310 × [150/100] = 465

150% of total work A will complete in = 465/15 = 31 days

Question 62

ΔABC ∼ ΔQPR and AB = 8 cm, BC = 12 cm and AC = 6 cm. If ar(ΔABC) ∶ ar(ΔPQR) = 16 ∶ 25, then RQ is equal to

  1. AOption (a)

    15 cm

  2. BOption (b)

    12.5 cm

  3. COption (c)

    10 cm

  4. DOption (d)

    7.5 cm

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (d)D.

7.5 cm

Why this answer is correct

Given:

AB = 8 cm

BC = 12 cm

AC = 6 cm

ar(ΔABC)/ar(ΔPQR) = 16/25

Concept used:

In similar triangles, the ratio of their areas is the square of the ratio of their sides.

Calculation:

According to the question,

Let QR = x (since QR corresponds to AC in ΔABC)

(ar(ΔABC)/ar(ΔPQR)) = (AC/QR)2

⇒ (16/25) = (6/x)2

⇒ 4/5 = 6/x

⇒ x = 30/4 = 7.5 cm

 RQ = 7.5 cm

∴ RQ is equal to 7.5 cm.

Question 63

If secθ = 13/5, then tan θ – sin θ + cos θ is equal to∶

  1. AOption (a)

    118/65

  2. BOption (b)

    124/65

  3. COption (c)

    121/65

  4. DOption (d)

    23/13

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (c)C.

121/65

Why this answer is correct

sec θ = hypotenuse/Base = 13/5

Using Pythagoras theorem

(Hypotenuse)2 = (Base)2 + (Perpendicular)2

132 = (Perpendicular)2 + 52

Perpendicular = √(169 – 25) = 12

tan θ – sin θ + cos θ

12/5 – 12/13 + 5/13                [sin θ = P/H, cos θ = B/H and tan θ = P/H]

⇒ (156 – 60 + 25)/65

⇒ 121/65

Question 64

If sin 5θ = cos (50° – 3θ), then θ is equal to

  1. AOption (a)

    30°

  2. BOption (b)

    20°

  3. COption (c)

    15°

  4. DOption (d)

    25°

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (b)B.

20°

Why this answer is correct

⇒ sin 5θ = cos(50° – 3θ),

⇒ sin 5θ = sin[90° – (50° – 3θ)] [cos(90 – θ) = sin θ]

⇒ 5θ = 90° – 50° + 3θ

⇒ 2θ = 40°

⇒ θ = 20°

Question 65

Two chords AB and CD of a circle when produced, meet at a point P outside the circle. If AB = 6 cm, PB = 5 cm, PD = 5 cm, then CD is equal to∶

  1. AOption (a)

    7.5 cm

  2. BOption (b)

    8.25 cm

  3. COption (c)

    9 cm

  4. DOption (d)

    6 cm

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (d)D.

6 cm

Why this answer is correct

Given, AB = 6 cm, PB = 5 cm, PD = 5 cm

Let the length of CD be x, PA = (5 + 6) = 11 and PC = (5 + x)

As we know,

PB × PA = PD × PC

⇒ 5 × 11 = 5 × (5 + x)

⇒ (5 + x) = 11

⇒ x = 11 – 5 = 6 cm

Question 66

Two articles are sold for Rs. 2508 each. On one, there is a gain of 14% and on the other, there is a loss of 12%. What is the overall gain or loss percent to nearest one decimal place?

  1. AOption (a)

    0.7% loss

  2. BOption (b)

    0.7% gain

  3. COption (c)

    0.5% gain

  4. DOption (d)

    0.5% loss

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (a)A.

0.7% loss

Why this answer is correct

SP of each article = Rs. 2508

CP of first article = 2508 × [100/114] = 2,200

CP of second article = 2508 × [100/88] = 2,850

Total SP of both article = 2508 × 2 = 5,016

Total CP of both article = 2,200 + 2,850 = 5,050

Total loss = 5,050 – 5,016 = 34

Loss percentage = [34/5,050] × 100 = 0.673% = 0.7% (approx)

Question 67

If x+1x=7,\sqrt{x}+\frac{1}{\sqrt{x}}=\sqrt{7}, then x3+1x3{{x}^{3}}+\frac{1}{{{x}^{3}}} is equal to∶

  1. AOption (a)

    120

  2. BOption (b)

    130

  3. COption (c)

    140

  4. DOption (d)

    110

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (d)D.

110

Why this answer is correct

As we know,

⇒ (x + 1/x)2 = x2 + 1/x2 + 2

Given, √x + 1/√x = √7

⇒ (√x + 1/√x)2 = (√x)2 + (1/√x)2 + 2

⇒ √72 = x + 1/x + 2

⇒ x + 1/x = 7 – 2 = 5

As we know,

⇒ (x + 1/x)3 = x3 + 1/x3 + 3(x + 1/x)

⇒ 53 = x3 + 1/x3 + 3 × 5

⇒ x3 + 1/x3 = 125 – 15 = 110

Question 68

Find the value of 5.8 + (7.4 ÷ 3.7 × 5) – 6 × 2 ÷ 2.5

  1. AOption (a)

    10

  2. BOption (b)

    11

  3. COption (c)

    12

  4. DOption (d)

    9

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (b)B.

11

Why this answer is correct

Follow BODMAS rule to solve this question, as per the order given below∶

Step-1∶ Parts of an equation enclosed in 'Brackets' must be solved first, and in the bracket,

Step-2∶ Any mathematical 'Of' or 'Exponent' must be solved next,

Step-3∶ Next, the parts of the equation that contain 'Division' and 'Multiplication' are calculated,

Step-4∶ Last but not least, the parts of the equation that contain 'Addition' and 'Subtraction' should be calculated.     

⇒ 5.8 + (7.4 ÷ 3.7 × 5) – 6 × 2 ÷ 2.5

⇒ 5.8 + (2 × 5) – 6 × 0.8

⇒ 5.8 + 10 – 4.8

⇒ 11

Question 69

If a + b = 8 and ab = 32/3, then (a3 + b3) is equal to∶

  1. AOption (a)

    256

  2. BOption (b)

    320

  3. COption (c)

    384

  4. DOption (d)

    128

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (a)A.

256

Why this answer is correct

⇒ (a + b)3 = a3 + b3 + 3ab (a + b)

Given, a + b = 8 and ab = 32/3

⇒ 83 = (a3 + b3) + 3 × 32/3 × 8

⇒ (a3 + b3) = 512 – 256 = 256

Question 70

An article is sold for Rs. 535.50 after two successive discounts of 25% and 15%. What is the marked price of the article?

  1. AOption (a)

    Rs. 800

  2. BOption (b)

    Rs. 830

  3. COption (c)

    Rs. 840

  4. DOption (d)

    Rs. 820

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (c)C.

Rs. 840

Why this answer is correct

MP of the article Rs. x

According to the question

⇒ x × [75/100] × [85/100] = 535.50

⇒ x = 840

MP of the article = Rs. 840

Question 71

If a + b + c = 4 and ab + bc + ca = 2, then a3 + b3 + c3 – 3abc is equal to∶

  1. AOption (a)

    32

  2. BOption (b)

    36

  3. COption (c)

    48

  4. DOption (d)

    40

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (d)D.

40

Why this answer is correct

Given:

a + b + c = 4 and ab + bc + ca = 2

Formula used:

a3 + b3 + c3 – 3abc = (a + b + c)(a2 + b2 + c2 - ab - bc - ca)

(a + b + c)2 = a2 + b2 + c2 + 2ab + 2bc + 2ca

Calculation:

⇒ a3 + b3 + c3 – 3abc = (a + b +c) [(a + b + c)2 – 3(ab + bc + ca)]

⇒ 4 [42 – 3 × 2]

⇒ 4 (16 – 6)

⇒ 4 × 10

⇒ 40

Additional Informationa3 + b3 + c3 – 3abc = (a + b + c)(a2 + b2 + c2 - ab - bc - ca)

a2 + b2 + c2 = (a + b + c)2 - 2(ab + bc + ca)

⇒ (a + b + c){(a + b + c)2 - 2(ab + bc + ca) - (ab + bc + ca)}

⇒ a3 + b3 + c3 – 3abc = (a + b +c) [(a + b + c)2 – 3(ab + bc + ca)]

Question 72

What is the average of the number of students in the arts stream in all the colleges taken together?

  1. AOption (a)

    460

  2. BOption (b)

    450

  3. COption (c)

    440

  4. DOption (d)

    470

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (c)C.

440

Why this answer is correct

Total number of students in the arts stream = 580 + 460 + 320 + 470 + 370 = 2200

Required average = 2200/5 = 440

Question 73

For what value of x is the seven digit number 46393x8 divisible by 11?

  1. AOption (a)

    7

  2. BOption (b)

    3

  3. COption (c)

    5

  4. DOption (d)

    2

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (b)B.

3

Why this answer is correct

As we know,

Divisibility law of 11∶ If the difference of the alternating sum of digits of the number is a multiple of 11 (e.g. 2343 is divisible by 11 because 2 - 3 + 4 - 3 = 0, which is a multiple of 11).

⇒ 46393x8 divisible by 11 if x = 3

Or

⇒ 4 – 6 + 3 – 9 + 3 – x + 8 = 0

⇒ x = 18 – 15 = 3

Question 74

In a class of 50 students, 46% are girls and the remaining are boys. The average of the boys’ marks is 58 and that of the girls is 62. What are the average marks of the whole class?

  1. AOption (a)

    60.12

  2. BOption (b)

    60.65

  3. COption (c)

    59.84

  4. DOption (d)

    60.38

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (c)C.

59.84

Why this answer is correct

Number of girls in class = 50 × 46/100 = 23

Number of boys in class = 50 – 23 = 27

Average marks of girls = 62

Sum of marks of girls = 62 × 23 = 1426

Average marks of boys = 58

Sum of marks of boys = 58 × 27 = 1566

Total sum of marks of all class = 1426 + 1566 = 2992

Average marks of whole class = 2992/50 = 59.84

Question 75

If a ∶ b = 5 ∶ 8 and c ∶ b = 4 ∶ 3, then a ∶ b ∶ c is equal to∶

  1. AOption (a)

    5 ∶ 8 ∶ 6

  2. BOption (b)

    15 ∶ 24 ∶ 32

  3. COption (c)

    15 ∶ 24 ∶ 28

  4. DOption (d)

    5 ∶ 6 ∶ 8

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (b)B.

15 ∶ 24 ∶ 32

Why this answer is correct

⇒ a ∶ b = 5 ∶ 8            ----(1)

⇒ c ∶ b = 4 ∶ 3            ----(2)

Multiply by 3 in equation (1) and multiply by 8 in equation (2)

⇒ a ∶ b ∶ c = 15 ∶ 24 ∶ 32

English Comprehension (25 questions)

Question 76

Select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined segment in the given

sentence. If no substitution is required, select No improvement.

He made a desperate but also partial successful effort to change the ghastly topic.

  1. AOption (a)

    No improvement

  2. BOption (b)

    though part successful effort

  3. COption (c)

    yet also partial successful effort

  4. DOption (d)

    but a partially successful effort

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (d)D.

but a partially successful effort

Why this answer is correct

Option 4 is the correct solution.

also is not required in the above sentence as only one thing is mentioned.

Question 77

Select the correctly spelt word.

  1. AOption (a)

    manipulete

  2. BOption (b)

    manipulate

  3. COption (c)

    menipulate

  4. DOption (d)

    manepulate

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (b)B.

manipulate

Why this answer is correct

Option 2 is the correct solution.

manipulate is the correctly spelt word while the rest all are wrongly spelt.

'manipulate' means to handle or control (a tool, mechanism, information, etc.) in a skilful manner.

Question 78

Select the most appropriate antonym of the given word.

EXTRAVAGANT

  1. AOption (a)

    pauper

  2. BOption (b)

    deficit

  3. COption (c)

    thrifty

  4. DOption (d)

    generous

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (c)C.

thrifty

Why this answer is correct

Here the correct answer is Thrifty.

Key Points:-

  • Let's look at the meaning of the given word:-
  • Extravagant*(adjective)* - lacking restraint in spending money or using resources.
  • For Example - It was rather extravagant to buy both.
  • Let's look at the meaning of the correct answer:-
  • ​Thrifty*(adjective)* - using money and other resources carefully and not wastefully.
  • For Example - He had been brought up to be thrifty and careful.
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Thus, the correct antonym for the given word is Thrifty.

Mistake Points

  • You may think that 'pauper' is an antonym of extravagant but the correct antonym of extravagant is Thrifty because it is not obvious that a poor man may be spending less money.
  • Pauper means a poor man. It is a noun.

Question 79

Select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. If no substitution is required, select No improvement.

She was so tired to work any longer.

  1. AOption (a)

    No improvement

  2. BOption (b)

    so tired to not work

  3. COption (c)

    too tired to work

  4. DOption (d)

    so tiring to work

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (c)C.

too tired to work

Why this answer is correct

Option 3 is the correct solution.

The sentence is a positive sentence so option 2 and 1 are wrong. Option 4 does not form an appropriate formation. So, option 3 is the correct solution.

Question 80

The question below consists of a set of labelled sentences. Out of the four options given, select the most logical order of the sentences to form a coherent paragraph.

A. The first of these states that the only way to have a friend is to be one.

B. Like all relationships, it is also governed by some well-defined principles.

C. Friendship is one of the most coveted relationships on earth.

D. Thus, one must be reliable as a friend to expect reliability in others.

  1. AOption (a)

    CBAD

  2. BOption (b)

    CDBA

  3. COption (c)

    BDAC

  4. DOption (d)

    ACBD

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (a)A.

CBAD

Why this answer is correct

The correct answer is CBAD

Key Points

  • The given sentence is an example of a Sentence Jumble.
  • The first statement of a sentence jumbled question is usually an independent general statement, a noun, a universal fact, the starting of an incident, or it starts with 'most' or 'once'.
  • Part C will be the first sentence because it an independent general statement. It establishes the theme for the passage.
  • Part B will be the next in sequence. It has the pronoun 'it', referring back to 'friendship'.
  • Part A will be the next in sequence. It mentions the first principle the friendship is governed.
  • Part D is the conclusive statement, so should be kept at the last.
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The sequence in which sentences are arranged is: Friendship is one of the most coveted relationships on earth. Like all relationships, it is also governed by some well-defined principles. The first of these states that the only way to have a friend is to be one. Thus, one must be reliable as a friend to expect reliability in others.

In the following passage some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each blank.

The Bhopal gas tragedy has been described as the world's (1) ______ industrial disaster. Forty two tonnes of methyl isocyanate (2) ______ from the steel containers (3) ______ the Union Carbide factory and released a cloud of (4) ______ gas.It left a legacy of instant and (5) ______ death.

Question 81

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No.3

  1. AOption (a)

    along

  2. BOption (b)

    across

  3. COption (c)

    at

  4. DOption (d)

    beside

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (c)C.

at

Why this answer is correct

Option 3 is the correct solution.

at is used to show location or place.

Question 82

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No.2

  1. AOption (a)

    emitted

  2. BOption (b)

    leaked

  3. COption (c)

    flowed

  4. DOption (d)

    released

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (b)B.

leaked

Why this answer is correct

Option 2 is the correct solution.

It was a gas so it will be leaked.

Question 83

Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom in the given sentence.

His success at such a young age speaks volumes for his talent.

  1. AOption (a)

    showers praise

  2. BOption (b)

    gives enough proof

  3. COption (c)

    publically announces

  4. DOption (d)

    boasts a lot

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (b)B.

gives enough proof

Why this answer is correct

Option 2 is the correct solution.

speaks volume means to provide a lot of information about something. So, the sentence would be His success at such a young age gives enough proof for his talent.

Question 84

Select the correct passive form of the given sentence

It is time to serve dinner.

  1. AOption (a)

    It is time that dinner is serve.

  2. BOption (b)

    It is time for dinner to be served.

  3. COption (c)

    It is time so dinner should be served.

  4. DOption (d)

    It is dinner serving time.

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (b)B.

It is time for dinner to be served.

Why this answer is correct

Option 2 is the correct solution.

The order of the passive form is object+verb+subject. So, the passive form of the given sentence would be It is time for dinner to be served.

Question 85

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.

CONCISE

  1. AOption (a)

    brief

  2. BOption (b)

    lengthy

  3. COption (c)

    complex

  4. DOption (d)

    detailed

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (a)A.

brief

Why this answer is correct

Option 1 is the correct solution.

Concise means brief but comprehensive. So, the synonym for Concise is brief.

Question 86

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.

The accident victim ______ to his injuries before he could be taken to the hospital.

  1. AOption (a)

    subscribed

  2. BOption (b)

    succumbed

  3. COption (c)

    submitted

  4. DOption (d)

    surrendered

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (b)B.

succumbed

Why this answer is correct

Option 2 is the correct solution.

succumb means to fail to resist pressure. So, the sentence would be The accident victim succumbed to his injuries before he could be taken to the hospital.

Question 87

Given below are four jumbled sentences. Select the option that gives their correct order.

A. But that is for an emotional reason.

B. Learning our mother tongue is important and everyone should start there.

C. This is because proficiency in the language can lead to better opportunities.

D. Learning English, however, is important for practical reasons.

  1. AOption (a)

    DBAC

  2. BOption (b)

    BADC

  3. COption (c)

    DACB

  4. DOption (d)

    BDCA

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (b)B.

BADC

Why this answer is correct

Option 2  is the correct solution.

The correct order is BADC. B is an independent sentence so it should be first. A is the continuation of B because it's still speaking about mother tongue. C is the continuation of D.

Question 88

Select the correct active form of the given sentence.

Superstitions are still believed in by people.

  1. AOption (a)

    People still believed in superstitions.

  2. BOption (b)

    People have still believed in superstitions.

  3. COption (c)

    People still believe in superstitions

  4. DOption (d)

    People are still believing in superstitions.

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (c)C.

People still believe in superstitions

Why this answer is correct

Option 3 is the correct solution.

The order of the active form is subject+verb+object. Here, the verb used is believed which is the past participle of the verb believes. So, the active form of the sentence would be People still believe in superstitions

Question 89

In the sentence identify the segment which contains the grammatical error.

He is more smarter than his brother though he does not earn much money.

  1. AOption (a)

    though he does not earn

  2. BOption (b)

    He is more smarter

  3. COption (c)

    much money

  4. DOption (d)

    than his brother

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (b)B.

He is more smarter

Why this answer is correct

Option 2 is the correct solution.

He is more smarter is grammatically wrong because smarter is already in a comparative degree, and adding more would make it a double comparative

Question 90

Select the word which means the same as the group of words given.

That which cannot be satisfied

  1. AOption (a)

    impossible

  2. BOption (b)

    incredible

  3. COption (c)

    insatiable

  4. DOption (d)

    improbable

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (c)C.

insatiable

Why this answer is correct

The correct answer is "Insatiable".

Key Points

  • The word that means "that which cannot be satisfied" is "insatiable."
  • Insatiable: This word refers to an intense or unquenchable desire or appetite that cannot be satisfied. It implies a constant craving or longing for more and is often used to describe someone who has an insatiable hunger or thirst for something, whether it be food, success, knowledge, or experiences.
  • Example: Despite having a full meal, his insatiable appetite drove him to raid the fridge for more snacks.
  • Now, let's look at the other options:
  • Impossible: This word refers to something that cannot be done, achieved, or realized. It indicates that a particular action, event, or outcome is not possible or cannot happen.
  • Example: It is impossible to fly without the assistance of an aircraft or wings.
  • Incredible: This word means something that is hard to believe, astonishing, or extraordinary. It suggests that an event, situation, or fact is so remarkable or impressive that it is difficult to accept or comprehend.
  • Example: The acrobat's incredible performance left the audience in awe.
  • Improbable: This word refers to something that is unlikely or not probable. It suggests that an event or outcome has a low chance of happening or is not expected to occur.
  • Example: It is highly improbable for a novice chess player to defeat a grandmaster.
  • Out of the given options, the word that aligns with the meaning "that which cannot be satisfied" is "insatiable."
  • Hence option 3 is correct.

Question 91

In the sentence identify the segment which contains the grammatical error.

The child along with his parents were waiting for the programme to begin.

  1. AOption (a)

    along with his parents

  2. BOption (b)

    were waiting for the

  3. COption (c)

    programme to begin

  4. DOption (d)

    The child

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (b)B.

were waiting for the

Why this answer is correct

Option 2 is the correct solution.

It should be was waiting for the because here was refers to the subject child which is singular.

Question 92

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No.1

  1. AOption (a)

    bad

  2. BOption (b)

    worse

  3. COption (c)

    best

  4. DOption (d)

    worst

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (d)D.

worst

Why this answer is correct

Option 4 is the correct solution.

Superlative degree must be used in a negative sense because disaster is used. So, worst is the solution.

Question 93

Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom in the given sentence.

One must learn to prioritize in life. It never pays to put the cart before the horse.

  1. AOption (a)

    postpone till the last moment

  2. BOption (b)

    do things spontaneously

  3. COption (c)

    do last things first

  4. DOption (d)

    perform many tasks simultaneously

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (c)C.

do last things first

Why this answer is correct

Option 3 is the correct solution.

Explanation: 

  • Put the cart before the horse means to reverse the proper order or procedure of something

Example: Aren't you putting the cart before the horse by deciding what to wear for the wedding before you've even been invited to it?

Question 94

Select the word which means the same as the group of words given.

The act of looking back on past time

  1. AOption (a)

    circumspection

  2. BOption (b)

    introspection

  3. COption (c)

    inspection

  4. DOption (d)

    retrospection

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (d)D.

retrospection

Why this answer is correct

The correct answer is "retrospection".

Key Points

  • Retrospection means the action of looking back on or reviewing past events or situations.

Therefore, the correct answer is "option 4".

Additional Information

  • Circumspection: Cautiousness in one's actions or decisions.
  • Introspection: Examining one's own mental and emotional processes.
  • Inspection: Close examination or scrutiny of something.

Question 95

Select the most appropriate antonym of the given word.

VIGILANT

  1. AOption (a)

    visible

  2. BOption (b)

    elusive

  3. COption (c)

    careless

  4. DOption (d)

    careful

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (c)C.

careless

Why this answer is correct

Option 3 is the correct solution.

vigilant means keeping a careful watch for possible danger or difficulties. So, the most appropriate antonym for vigilant would be careless.

Question 96

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No.4

  1. AOption (a)

    abominable

  2. BOption (b)

    deadly

  3. COption (c)

    merciless

  4. DOption (d)

    incurable

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (b)B.

deadly

Why this answer is correct

The correct answer is 'Deadly.'

Key Points

  • "Deadly" directly describes the nature and effect of the gas released during the Bhopal gas tragedy. It implies that the gas was fatal or capable of causing death, which aligns with the historical accounts of the disaster where thousands of people lost their lives due to exposure.
  • "Abominable" refers to something that causes moral revulsion and is typically used to describe actions rather than the physical properties of substances. Therefore, it's less fitting in the context of describing a gas.
  • "Merciless" personifies the gas, suggesting it showed no pity, but it doesn't accurately convey the fatal nature of the exposure in the same direct way that "deadly" does.
  • "Incurable" is usually used to describe diseases or conditions that cannot be cured. While the effects of the gas might have led to incurable conditions, the term itself does not directly describe the nature of the gas as fatal.
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Therefore, the correct answer is 'Option 2.'

Question 97

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.

EXALT

  1. AOption (a)

    extract

  2. BOption (b)

    challenge

  3. COption (c)

    condemn

  4. DOption (d)

    praise

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (d)D.

praise

Why this answer is correct

The correct answer is "Praise". 

Key Points

  • Exalt means to praise, glorify, or honor. (प्रशंसा करना)
  • Example: The king decided to exalt the brave soldier for his heroic deeds.
  • Praise means to express approval, admiration, or compliment. (प्रशंसा)
  • Example: The teacher decided to praise the student for his excellent performance in the exam.
  • Therefore, the correct answer is Option 4.

Additional Information

  • Extract : To take out or remove. (निकालना)
  • Challenge : To invite or dare someone to compete or prove something. (चुनौती देना)
  • Condemn : To express strong disapproval or criticize severely. (निंदा करना)

Question 98

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.

We should never ______ with the rules of driving.

  1. AOption (a)

    reckon

  2. BOption (b)

    trifle

  3. COption (c)

    tamper

  4. DOption (d)

    temper

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (c)C.

tamper

Why this answer is correct

Option 3 is the correct answer.

Key Points

  • Here, tamper means to interfere with something. In the sentence given, it says about not to do something. So, tamper is the appropriate answer.

Additional Information

  • Reckon: consider or regard in a specified way
  • Trifle: treat without seriousness or respect
  • Temper: a person's state of mind seen in terms of their being angry or calm

Question 99

Select the correctly spelt word.

  1. AOption (a)

    arguement

  2. BOption (b)

    argument

  3. COption (c)

    argeument

  4. DOption (d)

    arguemant

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (b)B.

argument

Why this answer is correct

Option 2 is the correct solution.

argument is the correctly spelt word.

Question 100

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No.5

  1. AOption (a)

    averted

  2. BOption (b)

    detained

  3. COption (c)

    momentary

  4. DOption (d)

    deferred

View answer & explanation

Correct answer

Answer: (d)D.

deferred

Why this answer is correct

The correct answer is 'deferred'.

Key Points

  • The term "deferred" means to delay or postpone. So, deferred is the most appropriate word to be used, as people died from its poison for a long time afterwards.
  • The term momentary suggests something that happens quickly or lasts for only a short period.
  • "Averted" means to prevent or avoid. It doesn't fit in this context because the sentence speaks to the consequences of the disaster, not the prevention of it.
  • "Detained" is not appropriate in this context. It means to hold back or delay, primarily used in the context of keeping someone in custody or delaying actions. It does not relate to the nature of death as a consequence of the disaster.
  • "Deferred" means postponed or delayed. But in this context, the writer is trying to explain the fact that deaths due to this disaster occurred both instantly and  after a long time as well. 

So, deferred is the most appropriate word to be used, as people died from its poison for a long time afterwards.

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Therefore, the correct option is 'Option 4.'

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