SSC CHSL (2022) Tier-II Official Paper (Held On: 26 Jun, 2023 Shift 1). (Previous Year Paper)

Calculation:

(1 + cot A + tan A)(sin A - cos A) $\rm \left(\frac{\sin A\cos A}{\sin^3A-\cos^3A}\right)$

⇒ (1 + $\frac{cos A}{sin A}$ + $\frac{sin A}{cos A}$)(sin A - cos A)\(\frac{\sin A\cos A}{(sin~A - cos A)(sin^2 A + sin A ~cos A + cos^2A)}\)

⇒ ($\frac{sin A cos A+ sin^2 A + cos^2 A}{sinA cos A}$)\(\frac{\sin A\cos A}{(sin^2 A + sin A ~cos A + cos^2A)}\)

⇒ \(\frac{sin A cos A+ sin^2 A + cos^2 A}{(sin^2 A + sin A ~cos A + cos^2A)}\)

⇒ $\frac{sin A cos A+ sin^2 A + cos^2 A}{sin A cos A+ sin^2 A + cos^2 A}$

⇒ 1

∴ The correct answer is 1

Shortcut Trick

Let HCF = 1 unit and LCM = 20 units.

Difference between LCM and HCF = 20 − 1 = 19 units.

Given 19 units = 456 ⇒ 1 unit (HCF) = 24.

LCM = 20 × 24 = 480.

Other Number = (HCF × LCM) ÷ First Number = (24 × 480) ÷ 96 = 120.

∴ The correct answer is 120.

Alternate Method

Given:

First number (n₁) = 96

HCF = LCM ÷ 20

LCM − HCF = 456

Formula Used:

Product of two numbers = HCF × LCM

Calculations:

⇒ Let LCM = L and HCF = H.

⇒ H = L ÷ 20 ⇒ L = 20H.

⇒ L − H = 456

⇒ 20H − H = 456

⇒ 19H = 456

⇒ H = 456 ÷ 19 = 24.

⇒ L = 20 × 24 = 480.

⇒ Let the other number be n₂.

⇒ n₁ × n₂ = H × L

⇒ 96 × n₂ = 24 × 480

⇒ n₂ = (24 × 480) ÷ 96

⇒ n₂ = 480 ÷ 4 = 120.

∴ The correct answer is 120.

Additional Information

Product Rule

For any two numbers a and b, the relationship is always: a × b = HCF(a, b) × LCM(a, b).

Divisibility Property

The HCF of any set of numbers is always a factor of their LCM.

Co-prime Numbers

If two numbers are co-prime, their HCF is 1 and their LCM is equal to their product.

Concept used:

Median = (n + 1)/2 , where n = odd number

Calculation:

To find the median we have to arrange the dataset into ascending order,

10, 15, 18, 20, 21, 25, 28, 30, 35

There are 9 numbers, so the median will be (9 + 1)/2 = 5^th number, which is 21

∴ The correct answer is 21

Formula used:

(a + b)² = a² + 2ab + b²

Calculation:

Sin x + Sin2x = 1

⇒ sin x = 1 - sin² x

⇒ sin x = cos² x

⇒ sin²x = cos⁴x

Now, 

Cos8 x + 2 Cos6 x + Cos4 x

⇒ (cos⁴x)² + 2 × cos⁴x × cos²x + (cos²x)²

⇒ (cos⁴x + cos²x)²

⇒ (sin²x + cos²x)²    (as  sin2x = cos4x)

⇒ 1² = 1

∴ The correct answer is 1

Calculation:

Effective growth rate at 2% for 2 years = 2 + 2 + (2 × 2)/100 = 4.04%

Effective growth rate at 2% for 3 years = 4.04 + 2 + (2 × 4.04)/100 = 6.04 + 0.0808 = 6.1208%

If its population in the year 2020 was 1,50,000 then population in 2023 be = 150000 × 106.1208/100 = 159181

∴ The correct answer is 159181

Calculation:

A and B running in the same direction, their relative speed = (27 - 18) = 9 km/hr = 9 km/hr × 5/18 = 2.5 m/s

They start at the same time, so they meet after 1200/2.5 = 480 seconds

∴ The correct answer is 480 seconds

Concept used:

CP/MP = (100 - Discount%) / (100 + Profit%)

Calculation:

According to the given concept,

CP/MP = (100 - 40) / (100 + 10)

⇒ CP/MP = 60/110 = 6/11

⇒ CP/MP = 6/11

⇒ CP = (18000 × 6)/11 = $\rm Rs.\ 9,818\frac{2}{11}$ 

∴ The correct answer is option 4

Concept used:

LCM × HCF = Product of the two numbers

Calculation:

Let's assume the other number is k,

According to the given concept,

11 × 693 = k × 77

⇒ k = (11 × 693)/77

⇒ k = 99

∴ The correct answer is 99

Shortcut Trick

Arrange the data in ascending order: 12.3, 13.5, 114.1, 116.6, 118.7, 121.3, 129.75, 136.6.

Since the number of terms (n) is 8 (even), the median is the average of the 4^th and 5^th terms.

Median = (116.6 + 118.7) ÷ 2 = 117.65.

∴ The correct answer is 117.65.

Alternate Method

Given: 129.75, 116.6, 12.3, 114.1, 136.6, 118.7, 13.5, 121.3

Formula Used: Median = [(n/2)^th term + (n/2 + 1)^th term] ÷ 2 (for even n)

⇒ Arrange data in ascending order: 12.3, 13.5, 114.1, 116.6, 118.7, 121.3, 129.75, 136.6

⇒ Total number of observations (n) = 8

⇒ Median = (4^th term + 5^th term) ÷ 2

⇒ Median = (116.6 + 118.7) ÷ 2

⇒ Median = 235.3 ÷ 2 = 117.65

∴ The correct answer is 117.

Shortcut Trick

Let the ages of Arun and Bharti be A and B respectively.

Given: A + B = 24 and 2A − 2B = 8.

Simplifying the second equation: A − B = 4.

Using the sum and difference property: A = (Sum + Difference) ÷ 2.

A = (24 + 4) ÷ 2 = 14 years.

∴ The correct answer is 14 years.

Alternate Method

Given:

Sum of ages of Arun and Bharti = 24 years.

Difference when ages are doubled = 8 years.

Let age of Arun be A and age of Bharti be B.

⇒ A + B = 24 ----(i)

⇒ 2A − 2B = 8

⇒ 2(A − B) = 8

⇒ A − B = 4 ----(ii)

Adding equation (i) and (ii):

⇒ (A + B) + (A − B) = 24 + 4

⇒ 2A = 28

⇒ A = 28 ÷ 2

⇒ A = 14

∴ The correct answer is 14 years.

Additional Information

Linear Equations in Two Variables

When the sum (S) and difference (D) of two quantities are known, the larger quantity is (S + D)/2 and the smaller is (S − D)/2.

Age Difference Property

The difference between the ages of two people remains constant regardless of the number of years passed, provided the multiplier is the same for both.

Scaling Ages

If each age in a group is multiplied by a constant k, the sum and the difference of their ages are also multiplied by the same constant k.

Calculation:

Sin A = $\frac{8}{17}$ = P/H

As we know, 8, 15, 17 are Pythagorean triplet, then Base = 15,

Cot A + Sec A

⇒ B/P + H/B

⇒ 15/8 + 17/15

⇒ (225 + 136)/120

⇒ 361/120

⇒ $3\frac{1}{120}$

∴ The correct answer is $3\frac{1}{120}$

Shortcut Trick

The age difference between two people remains constant throughout their lives.

5 years ago, the ratio of Father to Son was 2 : 1.

Difference in ratio = 2 − 1 = 1 unit → 15 years.

Ages 5 years ago: Father = 2 × 15 = 30 years, Son = 1 × 15 = 15 years.

Present ages: Father = 30 + 5 = 35 years, Son = 15 + 5 = 20 years.

∴ The correct answer is 35 years, 20 years.

Alternate Method

Given: Difference in present ages = 15 years. Age ratio 5 years ago = 2 : 1.

Let the age of the son 5 years ago be x and the father be 2x.

⇒ Difference = 2x − x = 15

⇒ x = 15 years

⇒ Father's age 5 years ago = 2 × 15 = 30 years

⇒ Son's age 5 years ago = 15 years

⇒ Present age of Father = 30 + 5 = 35 years

⇒ Present age of Son = 15 + 5 = 20 years

∴ The correct answer is 35 years, 20 years.

Additional Information

Constant Age Difference

The numerical difference between the ages of two persons never changes over time, regardless of how many years pass.

Ratio and Proportion in Ages

If the ratio of ages is given for different time periods, use the constant difference to balance the units between ratios.

Algebraic Representation

If present age is 'A', then age 'n' years ago is (A − n) and age 'n' years hence is (A + n).

Shortcut Trick

Ratio of volumes of two cylinders is calculated as (r₁/r₂)² × (h₁/h₂).

Substitute the given ratios: (2/1)² × (5/2).

Volume Ratio = 4 × (5/2) = 10/1.

∴ The correct answer is 10 : 1.

Alternate Method

Given:

Ratio of radii (r₁ : r₂) = 2 : 1

Ratio of heights (h₁ : h₂) = 5 : 2

Formula Used:

Volume of a cylinder (V) = πr²h

Calculations:

⇒ Let the radii be 2r and 1r, and heights be 5h and 2h.

⇒ Volume of first cylinder (V₁) = π × (2r)² × (5h)

⇒ V₁ = π × 4r² × 5h = 20πr²h

⇒ Volume of second cylinder (V₂) = π × (1r)² × (2h)

⇒ V₂ = π × 1r² × 2h = 2πr²h

⇒ Ratio of volumes = V₁ / V₂ = (20πr²h) / (2πr²h)

⇒ Ratio = 20 / 2 = 10 / 1

∴ The correct answer is 10 : 1.

Additional Information

Curved Surface Area (CSA)

The lateral surface area of a cylinder is 2πrh. The ratio of CSAs of two cylinders is (r₁/r₂) × (h₁/h₂).

Total Surface Area (TSA)

The total surface area includes the base and top areas: TSA = 2πr(h + r).

Volume Variation

If the radius is doubled and the height is halved, the volume of the cylinder becomes twice the original volume.

Shortcut Trick Convert the given fractions into percentages for a quick and direct comparison. 17/30 ≈ 56.67% and 7/15 ≈ 46.67% 27/50 = 54% and 11/20 = 55% Arranging percentages in descending order: 56.67% > 55% > 54% > 46.67% ∴ The correct answer is 17/30 > 11/20 > 27/50 > 7/15. Alternate Method Given: Fractions: 17/30, 7/15, 27/50, 11/20 Method Used: Find the Least Common Multiple (LCM) of all denominators to convert them into equivalent fractions with a common base. Calculations: ⇒ The denominators are 30, 15, 50, and 20. ⇒ LCM of (30, 15, 50, 20) = 300 ⇒ Convert 17/30: (17 × 10) ÷ (30 × 10) = 170/300 ⇒ Convert 7/15: (7 × 20) ÷ (15 × 20) = 140/300 ⇒ Convert 27/50: (27 × 6) ÷ (50 × 6) = 162/300 ⇒ Convert 11/20: (11 × 15) ÷ (20 × 15) = 165/300 ⇒ Comparing the numerators: 170 > 165 > 162 > 140 ∴ The correct answer is 17/30 > 11/20 > 27/50 > 7/15. Additional Information Cross-Multiplication Method To quickly compare two fractions a/b and c/d, cross multiply. If a × d > b × c, then a/b > c/d. Fraction to Percentage Conversion Multiplying a fraction by 100 converts it into a percentage, making multi-fraction comparisons visually straightforward. Proper vs Improper Fractions A proper fraction always has a value less than 1 (Numerator < Denominator), while an improper fraction has a value equal to or greater than 1.

Shortcut Trick

By using the direct alligation cross-multiplication rule:

Quantity Ratio = (Mean Price − Cheaper Price) : (Dearer Price − Mean Price)

⇒ Ratio = (64 − 60) : (67.5 − 64)

⇒ Ratio = 4 : 3.5

⇒ Ratio = 8 : 7

∴ The correct answer is 8 : 7.

Alternate Method

Given:

Price of first rice type = ₹67.5 per kg

Price of second rice type = ₹60 per kg

Average mean price = ₹64 per kg

Formula Used:

If two types of items of price p₁ and p₂ are mixed to get an average mean price p_m, the ratio of their quantities q₁ : q₂ is (p_m − p₂) : (p₁ − p_m).

Calculations:

Let the required ratio be x : y.

⇒ Quantity ratio = (Mean Price − Price of Cheaper) : (Price of Dearer − Mean Price)

⇒ x : y = (64 − 60) : (67.5 − 64)

⇒ x : y = 4 : 3.5

Multiply both sides by 2 to convert into integer ratio:

⇒ x : y = 8 : 7

∴ The correct answer is 8 : 7.

Additional Information

Alligation Rule

It is a quick method to find the ratio in which two or more ingredients at given prices must be mixed to produce a mixture of a desired median price.

Weighted Average Formula

Average Price = (q₁ × p₁ + q₂ × p₂) ÷ (q₁ + q₂)

Replacement Method

If from a vessel containing volume V of pure liquid, volume x is removed and replaced n times, then Final Volume = V × (1 − x ÷ V)ⁿ.

Calculation:

The sums of the radii (R1 + R₂) = distance between the centres of two circles

This is possible when the circles touch externally

∴ The correct answer is option 2

Shortcut Trick

For any two consecutive natural numbers n and (n + 1), the number of non-perfect square whole numbers (numbers lying between their squares) is given by 2n.

Here, n = 11 and n + 1 = 12.

⇒ Number of whole numbers = 2 × 11 = 22.

∴ The correct answer is 22.

Alternate Method

Given:

First number = 11² = 121

Second number = 12² = 144

Formula Used:

Number of whole numbers between a and b (where **a) = **(b − a) − 1

Calculations:

⇒ Number of whole numbers = (144 − 121) − 1

⇒ Number of whole numbers = 23 − 1

⇒ Number of whole numbers = 22

∴ The correct answer is 22.

Additional Information

Consecutive Squares Property

There are always 2n non-perfect square numbers between the squares of n and n+1.

Difference of Squares

The difference between (n + 1)² and n² is always (2n + 1), which is an odd number.

Whole Numbers Range

To find numbers between x and y, exclude both endpoints: Count = y − x − 1.

Calculation:

She spend other than EMI is (15 + 40 + 10 + 15) = 80%

So, she spend on EMI is 20% of her monthly income, which is = 80000 × 20/100 = 16000

∴ The correct answer is ₹16,000

Calculation:

The divisibility test of 3 is: The sum of digits of a number must be divisible by 3.

∴ The correct answer is option 2

Concept used:

Area of rectangle = Length × Breadth

Calculation:

Let's assume that the breadth of the rectangular plot = k then length = 3k

⇒ 3k × k = 2700

⇒ k² = 900

⇒ k = 30

∴ The breadth of the rectangular plot is 30 m

Shortcut Trick

The Investment Ratio of A : B is 7 : 1.

Total profit units = 7 + 1 = 8 units.

Given, 8 units = ₹2,75,000.

Value of 1 unit = 2,75,000 ÷ 8 = ₹34,375.

Share of A = 7 units = 7 × 34,375 = ₹2,40,625.

∴ The correct answer is ₹2,40,625.

Alternate Method

Given:

Total annual profit = ₹2,75,000

Investment of A = 7 × Investment of B

Formula Used:

Profit Share = Investment × Time period

Calculations:

⇒ Let the investment of B be ₹x.

⇒ Investment of A = ₹7x.

⇒ Ratio of investments (A : B) = 7x : x = 7 : 1.

⇒ Since both invested for the same Time Period (1 year), the profit sharing ratio is the same as the investment ratio.

⇒ Share of A = (7 / (7 + 1)) × 2,75,000

⇒ Share of A = (7 / 8) × 2,75,000

⇒ Share of A = 7 × 34,375

⇒ Share of A = ₹2,40,625.

∴ The correct answer is ₹2,40,625.

Additional Information

Partnership Profit Sharing Rule

Profit is always distributed in the ratio of the product of Capital and Time: P₁ : P₂ = (C₁ × T₁) : (C₂ × T₂).

Simple vs. Compound Partnership

In a Simple Partnership, capitals are invested for the same time. In a Compound Partnership, capitals are invested for different time periods.

Working Partner

A partner who manages the business is a Working Partner and may receive a salary or commission from the profit before the remaining profit is divided.

Calculation:

Total work = LCM of (30, 50, 40) = 600 unit

Now, efficiency of A = 20 unit, B = 12 unit, and C = 15 unit

Work done on 1st day (A + B) = 20 + 12 = 32 unit

Work done on 2^nd day (A + C) = 20 + 15 = 35 unit

So, in every 2 days they done (35 + 32) = 67 unit work

Now, in 17 days they done (67 × 8) + 32 = 568 unit 

Remaining (600 - 568) = 32 unit of work done by (A + C) in 32/35 days

So, the work will be complete in 17 + 32/35 =​​ $17\frac{32}{35}$ days

∴ The correct answer is $17\frac{32}{35}$ days

Concept used:

Simple interest = (P × t × r)/100

Calculation:

According to the question, if sum of money becomes 2P, then interest = P

(P × 4 × r)/100 = P

⇒ r = 100/4

⇒ r = 25

Now, if the sum becomes 7 times, interest will be 6P, so

(P × t × 25)/100 = 6P

⇒ t = 600/25

⇒ t = 24

∴ The correct answer is 24 years

Calculation:

10R + 4M = 210000 … (i)

6R + 2M = 122000 … (ii)

Multiplying equatin (ii) by 2 and subtract two equation, we get

10R + 4M = 210000

12R + 4M = 244000

• 2R = - 34000

⇒ R = 34000/2 = 17000

Now, put the value in equation (ii) we get

6 × 17000 + 2M = 122000

⇒ 2M = (122000 - 102000)

⇒ M = 10000

So, the cost of one refrigerator and two mobile phones = (17000 + 2 × 10000) = 37000

∴ The correct answer is 37000

Shortcut Trick

Let the total registered voters be 100%.

Winner gets 42% of total votes. Loser gets (100% − 20% − 42%) − 40 invalid votes = 38% − 40.

Victory Margin: 42% − (38% − 40) = 4% + 40 = 112.

⇒ 4% = 112 − 40 = 72. So, 100% = 72 ÷ 4 × 100 = 1800.

∴ The correct answer is 1800 voters.

Alternate Method

Given:

⇒ Total Registered Voters = 100x

⇒ Voters who did not cast vote = 20x

⇒ Votes Polled = 100x − 20x = 80x

⇒ Invalid Votes = 40

⇒ Valid Votes = 80x − 40

Calculations:

⇒ Votes obtained by Winner = 42% of 100x = 42x

⇒ Votes obtained by Loser = Valid Votes − Winner's Votes

⇒ Loser's Votes = (80x − 40) − 42x = 38x − 40

⇒ Winner's Margin = Winner's Votes − Loser's Votes = 112

⇒ 42x − (38x − 40) = 112

⇒ 4x + 40 = 112

⇒ 4x = 72

⇒ x = 18

⇒ Total Registered Voters = 100x = 100 × 18 = 1800

∴ The correct answer is 1800.

Additional Information

Percentage of Total vs Valid Votes

Always identify if the percentage is based on the Total Voters or the Valid Votes as it changes the equation base.

Election Formulas

Valid Votes = Polled Votes − Invalid Votes. Winner's Votes + Loser's Votes = Total Valid Votes.

Victory Margin

Margin = Winner's Votes − Loser's Votes. This represents the difference in the count of votes between the two candidates.

Concept used:

Sum of squares of 1st n even numbers = [2n(n + 1)(2n + 1)]/3

Calculation:

Sum of squares of 1st 5 even numbers = (10 × 6 × 11)/3 = 220

Now the required average = 220/5 = 44

∴ The correct answer is 44

Shortcut Trick

Ratio of corresponding sides of similar triangles ΔXYZ and ΔPQR is 6 ÷ 1.

Ratio of their areas = (Ratio of sides)² = (6)² ÷ (1)² = 36 ÷ 1.

Given, Area of ΔPQR = 6 cm².

Area of ΔXYZ = 36 × Area of ΔPQR = 36 × 6 = 216 cm².

∴ The correct answer is 216 cm².

Alternate Method

Given:

ΔXYZ ∼ ΔPQR

Ratio of sides XY ÷ PQ = 6 ÷ 1

Area of ΔPQR = 6 cm²

Formula Used:

For two similar triangles, the ratio of their areas is equal to the square of the ratio of their corresponding sides:

Area(ΔXYZ) ÷ Area(ΔPQR) = (XY ÷ PQ)²

Calculations:

⇒ Area(ΔXYZ) ÷ 6 = (6 ÷ 1)²

⇒ Area(ΔXYZ) ÷ 6 = 36 ÷ 1

⇒ Area(ΔXYZ) = 36 × 6

⇒ Area(ΔXYZ) = 216

∴ The correct answer is 216 cm².

Additional Information

Area-Side Relationship Theorem

The ratio of the areas of two similar triangles is equal to the square of the ratio of their corresponding altitudes, medians, or angle bisectors.

Perimeter of Similar Triangles

The ratio of the perimeters of two similar triangles is equal to the ratio of their corresponding sides: P₁ ÷ P₂ = s₁ ÷ s₂.

Criteria for Similarity

Two triangles are similar if their corresponding angles are equal (AA) or if their corresponding sides are in the same proportion (SSS/SAS).

Concept used:

Probability = Number of students who opted for exactly one subject / Total number of students

Calculation:

Total number of students = 60

Number of students who opted two or more subjects = 40 + 17 + 20 - 60 - 5 = 12

So number of students who opted exactly one subject = 60 - 12 = 48

Required probability = 48/60 = 0.80

∴ The correct answer is 0.80

Calculation:

AD² = AB ×  AC

⇒ AD² = 8 × (10 + 8)

⇒ AD2 = 144

⇒ AD = 12

∴ The correct answer is 12

Given:

Side of a larger cube (a) = 5 cm

Side of each smaller cube (b) = 1 cm

Formulae used:

Surface area of a cube = 6(side)²

Change in surface area when one cube is removed = 5(side length of the smaller cube)² - 1 × (side length of the smaller cube)²

Solution:

The surface area of the larger cube = 6a² 

⇒ 6 × 5² = 6 × 25 = 150 cm²

Increase in surface area when one cube is removed = 5 × b² - 1 ×  b² 

⇒ 4 × (1 cm)² = 4 cm²

Total increase in surface area after removing one cube from each face of the larger cube = 6 ×  (increase in area)

⇒ 6 × 4 cm² = 24 cm²

The overall surface area of the remaining shape is = original surface area + Total increase in surface area

150 cm2 + 24 cm2 = 174 cm2.

∴ Option 4 is the correct answer.

The pattern followed here is:

Hence, the correct answer is "442".

The logic used here is:

Logic: Number of lines in the first image = Number of sides of the polygon in the second image

Let's check as per the logic,

→ There are five lines in the first image. The second image is a polygon with five sides.

Similarly,

→ There are six lines in the first image. The second image is a polygon with six sides.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 2".

Let's check each option,

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 3".

Table shows the positional value of alphabets.

The logic followed here is:

 ‘RETAIL’ is written as ‘FNQWJY’

And

‘POLICE’ is written as ‘NHJUTQ’

Similarly,

‘HARBOR’ : ?

Hence, the correct answer is "GTWMFW".

The water image of the given image is shown below:

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 4".

The given statement is: F > B < E ≤ C = D ≥ A > G

Conclusion I: G < F → False (Because there is no conclusive relation given between F and G).

Conclusion II: C > G → True (Because there is a direct relation given between C and G, C = D ≥ A > G)

Hence, the correct answer is "Only Conclusion II is true".

As per the given information,

→ Number of persons on my left side = 26

→ Number of persons on my right side = 37

Therefore, the total number of persons in the queue = (26 + 1 + 37) = 64

Hence, the correct answer is "64".

The given sentence is: After a long negotiation, they finally reached a EADL that satisfied both parties. 

The jumbled word is "EADL".

The correct word for the jumbled letters will be "DEAL".

Hence, the correct answer is "DEAL".

The correct order as per the dictionary,

5) Taciturn 

1) Talisman

3) Tangential

4) Tantalizing

2) Tantamount

Hence, the correct answer is "5, 1, 3, 4, 2".

The logic followed here is,

Logic: (Sides in the inner image) + 1 = (Sides in the outer image).

Let's check each option as per the logic,

1) 

 ⇒ (4) + 1 = (5)

2) 

 → (6) + 1 ≠ 5 ⇒ Doesn't satisfy the logic.

3) 

 ⇒ (3) + 1 = (4)

4) 

 ⇒ (5) + 1 = (6)

Here, we can see that only option 2 doesn't follow the logic and is different from the others.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 2".

The least possible venn diagram is shown below,

Conclusion I: False (Because there is no direct relation given between Gold and Rooms).

Conclusion II: False (Because there is no direct relation given between Rooms and Actors).

Hence, the correct answer is "Neither Conclusion I nor Conclusion II follows".

The given statement is: M < K ≤ N > P = J > O ≥ L

Conclusion I: N > L → True (Because there is a direct relation given between N and L, 'N > P = J > O ≥ L')

Conclusion II: O = M → False (Because there is no conclusive relation between O and M is given)

Hence, the correct answer is "Only Conclusion I is true".

The given statement highlights the problem of heavy traffic during the peak hours. Improving public transportation infrastructure and services is a good solution to attract people to use public transport instead of private vehicles. This ultimately will reduce the traffic. Hence, action I can be pursued.

Impose hefty fines on individual drivers during peak hours cannot be an option as they are not doing anything illegal. They have the right to use their car at any time. Hence, action II cannot be pursued.

Hence, the correct answer is "Only Course of Action I follows".

As per the given information,

1) Box E is placed at the second-last position.

2) Box F is placed immediately above box E.

3) There is one box between E and D.

4) There are three boxes between E and C.

5) There are three boxes between A and B.

6. Box A is above box B.

Here, we can see that Box 'A' is placed immediately above Box 'D'.

Hence, the correct answer is "A".

When the paper is unfolded, the image we get is shown below,

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 3".

Let's check each option,

1) 6 and 8

→ 96 ÷ 6 − 3 × 8 + 32 = 24 

→ 16 − 3 × 8 + 32 = 24 

→ 16 − 24 + 32 = 24 

→ 48 − 24 = 24

→ 24 = 24

→ LHS = RHS

2) 3 and 32

→ 96 ÷ 8 − 32 × 6 + 3 = 24 

→ 12 − 32 × 6 + 3 = 24 

→ 12 − 192 + 3 = 24 

→ 15 − 192 = 24

→ - 177 ≠ 24

→ LHS ≠ RHS 

3) 3 and 8

→ 96 ÷ 3 − 8 × 6 + 32 = 24 

→ 32 − 8 × 6 + 32 = 24 

→ 32 − 48 + 32 = 24

→ 64 − 48 = 24

→ 16 ≠ 24

→ LHS ≠ RHS

4) 8 and 32

→ 96 ÷ 32 − 3 × 6 + 8 = 24 

→ 3 − 3 × 6 + 8 = 24

→ 3 − 18 + 8 = 24

→ 11 − 18 = 24

→ - 7 ≠ 24 

→ LHS ≠ RHS

Here, we can see that only Option 1 makes the equation correct.

Hence, the correct answer is "6 and 8".

GATE: JOFB

IDLE: JGID

Similarly,

MILK:?

Hence, the correct answer is "PGNH".

The pattern followed here is,

Hence, the correct answer is "OLN".

The pattern followed here is,

Hence, the correct answer is "QLN".

After changing the signs, the equation we get: 

→ 91 ÷ 13 × 8 − 37 + 44 =?

→ 7 × 8 − 37 + 44 =?

→ 56 − 37 + 44 =?

→ 100 − 37 =?

→ 63 =?

Hence, the correct answer is "63".

The statement mentions that no requisition slip is required to exchange ₹2,000 notes for amounts up to ₹20,000. Hence, Conclusion II follows.

There is no information regarding the withdrawal of more than ₹20,000. So, it can't be said that whether it is allowed or not. Hence, Conclusion I don't follow.

Hence, the correct answer is "Only Conclusion II follows".

The given sentence is: The ETNSIL night was interrupted only by the gentle rustling of leaves in the breeze.

The word in which the letters are jumbled up is 'ETNSIL'.

The correct word for these jumbled letters will be 'SILENT'.

Hence, the correct answer is "SILENT".

The logic followed here is:

Logic: Second Number = (First Number) + 111

Let's check each option as per the logic,

1) (837, 948) 

→ 948 = 837 + 111

2) (671, 782)

→ 782 = 671 + 111

3) (456, 765)

→ 765 ≠ 456 ⇒ Doesn't follow the logic.

4) (258, 369)

→ 369 = 258 + 111

Here, we can see that only Option 3 doesn't follow the logic and is different from the others.

Hence, the correct answer is "(456, 765)".

The logic used here is:

Logic: The first word is used to prepare the second word.

Pulp: Paper

→ Pulp is used in Paper manufacturing.

Similarly,

Sugarcane:?

→ Sugarcane is used in the preparation of Jaggery.

Hence, the correct answer is "Jaggery".

The logic followed here:

In figure 1 and 2,

Similarly,

In figure 3 and 4,

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 2".

The logic followed here is:

Logic: Both words are synonyms of each other.

Let's check each option,

1) Assign: Allot

→ Both are synonyms.

2) Solicit: Request

→ Both are synonyms.

3) Fallacy: Illusion

→ Both are synonyms.

4) Initial: Final

→ They are not synonyms. These two words are antonyms. ⇒ Doesn't follow the logic.

Here, we can see that only Option 4 doesn't follow the logic.

Hence, the correct answer is "Initial: Final".

The completed pattern of the given image is shown below:

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 4".

The logic followed here is:

Logic: (Second Number) = (First Number)³ - (First Number)

Let's check as per the logic,

7: 336

→ 336 = (7)³ - 7

→ 336 = 343 - 7

3: 24

→ 24 = (3)³ - 3

→ 24 = 27 - 3

Similarly,

5: ?

→ (5)³ - 5 =?

→ 125 - 5 =?

→ 120 =?

Hence, the correct answer is "120".

Based on the given information:

Statement (i): High level of air pollution in the city.

This suggests that the quality of air within the city is poor due to elevated concentrations of pollutants.

Statement (ii): Increase in respiratory and health-related problems in the population.

This is referring to a rise in health issues, particularly respiratory problems, among the population.

Under the knowledge that air pollution can lead to health issues, we can infer that the elevated pollution (statement i) is potentially causing the increase in respiratory and health-related problems (statement ii).

Therefore, statement (ii) is seen as the effect of the cause outlined in statement (i).

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 1."

The statement highlights the new government policy which aims to reduce carbon emissions by 50% within the next decade. It doesn't mention any steps that government will take to achieve this goal. So, we can't say that the government will ban all the vehicles that run on fossil fuel immediately. Hence, Conclusion I don't follow.

The statement also doesn't mention anything regarding the steps that it will take for coal-fired power plants. Hence, Conclusion II don't follow.

Hence, the correct answer is "Neither Conclusion I nor Conclusion II follows".

The correct answer is: looks like

Key Points

• The verb 'is looking like' in the original sentence is in the present continuous tense, which is used to describe actions or states that are happening at the moment of speaking.
• But the correct verb form to use in this sentence is 'looks like' which is in the simple present tense and describes a general truth or fact.
• The use of 'like' after the verb 'looks' is correct because it indicates a comparison between the ultralight airplane and a lawn chair with wings.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 4.

Corrected sentence: An ultralight airplane is very different from a conventional airplane. It looks like a lawn chair with wings.

Additional Information

• "look like" is in the past tense and does not accurately describe the present state of the ultralight airplane.
• "looked like" is in the past tense and does not accurately describe the present state of the ultralight airplane.

The erroneous part of the sentence is: hold on the people

Key Points

• The correct phrase is "hold onto" and not "hold on" in this context.
• "Hold on" is used to indicate waiting or pausing, whereas "hold onto" means to maintain or keep a firm grip on something or someone.
• Therefore, the correct sentence should be: The police could not hold onto the people for long as they gathered in large numbers.

Hence, option 2 is the correct answer which contains the error.

Additional Information

• "for long as they" is a correct phrase and does not contain any grammatical errors.
• "The police could not" is a correct phrase and does not contain any grammatical errors.
• "gathered in large numbers" is a correct phrase and does not contain any grammatical errors.

Hinglish

• इस संदर्भ में सही वाक्यांश "hold onto" है, न कि "hold on".
• "Hold on" का प्रयोग प्रतीक्षा या ठहरने के लिए किया जाता है, जबकि "hold onto" का अर्थ होता है किसी चीज़ या व्यक्ति को सख्ती से पकड़े रहना।
• इसलिए, सही वाक्य होगा: पुलिस को लोगों को लंबे समय तक नहीं रोकना संभव था क्योंकि वे बड़ी संख्या में इकट्ठा हुए।

इसलिए, विकल्प 2 ही सही उत्तर है जिसमें त्रुटि होती है।

The correct answer is: he must have studied well

Key Points

• The original sentence suggests that Raju did well in the exam, but there is a possibility that he did not study well.
• The phrase "must have" is used to express a strong possibility or probability in the past.
• The correct substitute, "he must have studied well" uses the past perfect tense to indicate that Raju's success was a result of his prior studying.
• It clarifies the cause-and-effect relationship between Raju's preparation and his performance in the exam.
• Therefore, using "must have studied well" in the sentence implies that it is highly likely that Raju studied well, which correlates with his good performance in the exam.

Hence, option 3 is the correct answer.

Improved sentence: Raju did very well in the exam, he must have studied well.

Additional Information

• "he may study well" suggests a possibility for future action, but it does not address the past performance in the exam.
• "he should have studied well" implies that Raju did not study well, which contradicts the original statement that he did well in the exam.

The correct answer is: ancestors; overall

Key Points

• The sentence talks about how fingernails and toenails helped our ancestors climb trees, peel fruits, and use simple tools.
• The word "ancestors" fits in the first blank as it refers to a person, typically one more remote than a grandparent, from whom one is descended. (एक व्यक्ति, जो आम तौर पर अपने दादा-दादी से अधिक दूर का व्यक्ति होता है, जिनके वंशज हैं)
• For example- I often wonder about the lives and stories of my ancestors.
• The word "overall" fits in the second blank as it means considering or including everything or everyone. (हर चीज़ या सभी पर विचार करना या शामिल करना)
• For example- Overall, the event was a great success.
• The sentence also mentions that the colour and condition of nails offer clues about overall health.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 1.

Complete sentence: Fingernails and toenails helped our ancestors to climb trees, peel fruits and use simple tools. While their colour and condition offer clues about your overall health. Nail polish turns them into fashion accessories.

Additional Information

• The other options do not fit the context of the sentence. However, let us look at the meaning of those words.
• Predecessor means a person who held a job or office before the current holder. (वह व्यक्ति जिसने वर्तमान धारक से पहले कोई नौकरी या पद संभाला हो)
• Universal means applicable everywhere or in all cases. (हर जगह या सभी मामलों में लागू)
• Forefather means a male ancestor, who lived in the past and is considered to be part of one's family lineage or heritage. (एक पुरुष पूर्वज, जो अतीत में रहता था और जिसे किसी के पारिवारिक वंश या विरासत का हिस्सा माना जाता है)
• 'All in all' means considering everything or everyone. (हर चीज़ या हर किसी पर विचार करना)
• General means common, usual, or ordinary. (सामान्य या साधारण)
• Altogether means completely or in total. (पूर्णतया या समग्रतः)

The correct answer is: ABCD

Key Points

• The paragraph discusses the characteristics of a true gentleman, who avoids causing discomfort or conflict to those around him.
• Sentence A provides a definition of a gentleman as someone who does not inflict pain.
• Sentence B introduces the idea that the gentleman's main role is to remove obstacles and follow the lead of others.
• Sentence C elaborates on the gentleman's avoidance of conflict and his focus on making everyone feel at ease.
• Sentence D compares the gentleman's actions to the comforts and conveniences that make life easier, but are not essential.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 2.

Additional Information

• 'BADC' starts with the wrong sentence and rearranges the other sentences in a different order.
• 'DCBA' puts the definition of a gentleman last, rather than first.
• 'DBAC' starts with the idea of the gentleman avoiding conflict, but then jumps to the comparison with comforts and conveniences before elaborating further.

The correct answer is: Actionable

Key Points

• Actionable is an adjective that means "giving cause for legal action" (कानूनी कार्रवाई का कारण देना)
• For example- The lawyer discussed actionable steps to address the legal issue.
• It is commonly used in legal contexts to describe conduct or speech that can be the basis for a lawsuit or other legal action.
• Other synonyms for "actionable" include "litigable," "prosecutable," and "suable."

Therefore, the correct answer is option 2.

Additional Information

• Lawful means permitted or authorized by law. (कानून द्वारा अनुमति या प्राधिकृत)
• Legalizing means making something legal or lawful. (किसी चीज़ को कानूनी बनाना)
• Objectionable means causing offence or disapproval. (अपराध या अस्वीकृति उत्पन्न करना)

The correct order is: BADC

Key Points

• The first sentence (1) sets the context for the paragraph and introduces the speaker.
• The second sentence (B) provides important information about the speaker's identity.
• The third sentence (A) describes the woman's reaction to the speaker's question.
• The fourth sentence (D) gives details about the physical setting and action.
• The fifth sentence (C) states the approaching and positioning.
• The last sentence (2) concludes the paragraph by describing the woman's reaction.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 4.

Arranged sentences: 1.“Do you still recognise me?” I asked. B. “I am Mrs. S’s daughter”. A. The woman looked at me searchingly. D. She opened the door a little. C.  I came closer and stood on the step. 2. She kept staring at me in silence.

Additional Information

• (BDAC): This order doesn't make sense as it jumps from the woman's reaction (B) to the speaker's approach (D) before providing information about the speaker's identity (A).
• (BACD): This order is close to the correct answer but puts the speaker's approach (C) too early in the paragraph.
• (BCAD): This order also doesn't make sense as it jumps from the woman's reaction (B) to the speaker's approach (C) without providing information about the speaker's identity (A).

The incorrectly spelt word is: Milennium

Key Points

• The correct spelling of the word is "Millennium" with double L and double N.
• The word refers to a period of one thousand years. (एक हजार वर्ष की अवधि)
• For example- The year 2000 marked the beginning of a new millennium.

Hence, option 4 is the correct answer.

Additional Information

• Subpoena is the correct spelling. It refers to a legal document ordering someone to appear in court. (किसी को अदालत में उपस्थित होने का आदेश देने वाला कानूनी दस्तावेज़)
• Noticeable is the correct spelling. It means easily seen or noticed. (आसानी से देखा या नोटिस किया जा सकता है)
• Caucus is the correct spelling. It refers to a meeting of members of a political party or group. (किसी राजनीतिक दल या समूह के सदस्यों की बैठक)

The correct answer is: Timid

Key Points

• Audacious means bold and daring. (निर्भीक और साहसी)
• For example- Her audacious plan surprised everyone at the meeting.
• Marked option Timid means shy and lacking in confidence, which is the opposite of 'audacious'. (शर्मीले और आत्मविश्वास की कमी)
• For example- He felt timid when speaking in front of a large audience.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 2.

Additional Information

• Let us look at the meaning of the other words.
• Ferocious means fierce and aggressive. (उग्र और आक्रामक)
• Bold means confident and courageous. (आत्मविश्वासी और साहसी)
• Bright means intelligent and clever. (बुद्धिमान और चतुर)

The correct order is: BDAC

Key Points

• Sentence B talks about Ranga's love for studies, which sets the context for the paragraph.
• Sentence D explains that Ranga went to Bangalore for his studies.
• Sentence A talks about Ranga returning to his village after completing his studies.
• Sentence C explains the reaction of the villagers upon Ranga's return.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 1.

Arranged sentences: 1. Ranga is the accountant’s son. B. He is one rare breed of village folk who loved studies. D. He had gone to Bangalore to pursue his studies. A. He returned to his village after his studies were over. C. On his return the villagers milled around his house to see whether he has changed or not. 2. His idea about marriage are now quite different.

Additional Information

• (BCAD): This option puts sentence C before sentence B, which disrupts the flow of the paragraph.
• (BCDA): This option puts sentence D after sentence A, which disrupts the chronological order of events.
• (BDCA): This option puts sentence C after sentence D, which disrupts the flow of the paragraph.

The correct answer is: keep sharing the latest information

Key Points

• "keep him posted" means to keep someone informed or updated about something. (किसी को किसी चीज़ के बारे में सूचित या अद्यतन रखना)
• For example- As our project progresses, make sure to keep him posted with regular updates on the status and any significant changes.
• The officer wants his subordinates to share the latest developments in the workplace with him.
• This idiom is commonly used in professional settings to indicate the need for communication and collaboration.
• Grammatically, "keep him posted" is a verb phrase that functions as a command or request.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 3.

Additional Information

• "maintain secrecy" is the opposite of the intended meaning of the idiom.
• "send letters by post" is a literal interpretation of the word "posted" but does not fit the context of the sentence.
• "not disturb him in matters" is not related to the idea of sharing information.

The correct answer is: The ashrams were used as the centres of knowledge and learning.

Key Points

• "The ashrams" is the subject of the sentence. It refers to specific places called "ashrams."
• "were used as" is the verb phrase that indicates the action and state of being. it means that the ashrams served a particular purpose.
• "the centres of knowledge and learning" is the object of the action. It describes what the ashrams were used for.
• The ashrams served as places where knowledge and learning took place.
• The sentence follows a subject-verb-object word order.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 1.

The correct answer is: Madhav said, “Bravo! You have done well”.

Key Points

• The given sentence is in indirect speech.
• In direct speech, the reporting verb "saying" is changed to "said" and the tense of the verb "had done" is changed to "have done".
• The sentence also includes an exclamation, which is retained in the direct narration.
• Therefore, the correct direct narration is "Madhav said, 'Bravo! You have done well'".

Hence, option 2 is the correct answer.

Additional Information

• Option 1: Incorrect because it uses "say" instead of "said".
• Option 3: Incorrect because it uses "been done" instead of "have done".
• Option 4: Incorrect because it uses "be done" instead of "have done".

The correct answer is 'Defy'.

Key Points

• Flout means to openly disregard a rule or law. (किसी नियम या कानून की खुलेआम अवहेलना करना)
• For example- He decided to flout the speed limit and was pulled over by the police.
• Defy also means to openly resist or refuse to obey. (खुलेआम विरोध करना या आज्ञा मानने से इंकार करना)
• For example- He defied the authorities by refusing to pay the fine.
• From here, it is clear that the most appropriate synonym for 'Flout' is 'Defy.'

Hence, option 4 is the correct answer.

Additional Information

• Rude means impolite or discourteous. (असभ्य)
• Poke means to prod or jab with something pointed. (किसी नुकीली चीज से ठोंकना या चुभाना)
• Rash means reckless or impulsive. (लापरवाह या आवेगी)

The correct answer is: Devoted

Key Points

• Faithful means loyal, consistent, and committed. (वफादार, सुसंगत और प्रतिबद्ध)
• For example- The dog remained faithful to its owner throughout their years together.
• Marked option Devoted means Showing strong love, loyalty, or dedication towards someone or something. (किसी व्यक्ति य�� वस्तु के प्रति गहरा प्रेम, निष्ठा या समर्पण दिखाना)
• For example- She is a devoted friend who is always there to offer support.
• From here it is clear that 'devoted' is the most appropriate synonym for the given word 'faithful'.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 2.

Additional Information

• Wavering means uncertain or hesitant. It is the opposite of faithful. (अनिश्चित या झिझक वाला)
• Untrustworthy means not reliable or dependable. It is the opposite of faithful. (विश्वसनीय या भरोसेमंद नहीं)
• Fickle means changing frequently, especially in regard to one's loyalty or affection. It is the opposite of faithful. (बार-बार बदलना, विशेषकर किसी की वफादारी या स्नेह के संबंध में)

The erroneous part of the sentence is: to get better from

Key Points

• The phrase 'to get better from' is incorrect. The correct phrase is 'to get back from'.
• 'Get back' means to return or come back from a place. (किसी स्थान से लौटना या वापस आना)
• 'Get better' means the process of improving one's health, well-being, or condition, especially after an illness or injury, which is inappropriate in the context of the given sentence. (किसी के स्वास्थ्य, कल्याण या स्थिति में सुधार की प्रक्रिया, विशेषकर किसी बीमारी या चोट के बाद)
• The sentence should read: The students were able to get back from college early so they went to the movies.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 1.

Additional Information

• 'went to the movies' is grammatically correct and makes sense in the context of the sentence.
• 'The students were able' is grammatically correct and sets up the rest of the sentence.
• 'college early so they' is grammatically correct and provides the reason for the student's actions.

The correct passive voice is: The flowers were being plucked by Simran.

Key Points

• Passive voice requires the object of the active sentence to become the subject of the passive sentence, and the subject of the active sentence to become the object of the passive sentence.
• The past continuous tense is formed with "was/were + present participle (-ing)" and indicates an action that was in progress at a specific time in the past.
• In the passive voice, the past continuous tense is formed with "was/were being + past participle."
• Therefore, "Simran was plucking the flowers" in the passive voice becomes "The flowers were being plucked by Simran."

Hence, option 4 is the correct answer.

Additional Information

• Option 1: "The flowers are plucked by Simran" is in the present simple tense, not the past continuous tense, and does not accurately reflect the original sentence.
• Option 2: "The flowers will be plucked by Simran" is in the future simple tense, not the past continuous tense, and does not accurately reflect the original sentence.
• Option 3: "The flowers have been plucked by Simran" is in the present perfect tense, not the past continuous tense, and suggests that the action has already been completed, which contradicts the use of the past continuous tense in the original sentence.

The correct answer is: Pollute

Key Points

• Sanitise means to clean or make something free from dirt or germs. (किसी चीज को गंदगी या कीटाणुओं से मुक्त करना या साफ करना)
• For example: Before cooking, it's important to sanitise your hands to prevent any germs from spreading.
• Marked option Pollute means to make something dirty or contaminated. (किसी चीज़ को गंदा या दूषित करना)
• For example: Careless waste disposal can pollute our oceans and harm marine life.
• From here, it is clear that 'Pollute' is the most appropriate antonym for 'Sanitise.'

Therefore, option 1 is the correct answer.

Additional Information

• Sacrifice means to give up something valuable for a higher cause. (किसी उच्च उद्देश्य के लिए किसी मूल्यवान वस्तु का त्याग करना)
• Devote means to give time, effort, or resources to a particular activity or person. (किसी विशेष गतिविधि या व्यक्ति को समय, प्रयास या संसाधन देना)
• Purify means to remove impurities or pollutants from something. (किसी चीज़ से अशुद्धियाँ या प्रदूषक हटाना)

The correct answer is: "The lawyer told the father of the accused that there was a rumour that he had some connection in that crime."

Key Points

• In indirect speech, the tense of the reported speech is usually changed according to the rules of the sequence of tenses.
• The verb "is" changes to "was" and "has" changes to "had" in reported speech.
• The pronoun "he" remains the same in the reported speech.
• The reported speech is introduced by a reporting verb and a conjunction "that".
• Therefore, the correct indirect speech of the given sentence is "The lawyer told the father of the accused that there was a rumour that he had some connection in that crime."

Hence, option 3 is the correct answer.

Additional Information

• Option 1: Incorrect as it uses present perfect tense "has been" instead of simple past tense "was".
• Option 2: Incorrect as it uses present continuous tense "is having" instead of past continuous tense "was having".
• Option 4: Incorrect as it uses present perfect tense "has had" instead of past perfect tense "had had".

The correct answer is: Arbitrator

Key Points

• The word 'arbitrator' means a person appointed to resolve a dispute. (किसी विवाद को सुलझाने के लिए नियुक्त व्यक्ति)
• It is a noun and can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.
• For example: The company hired an arbitrator to settle the legal dispute with their former employee.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 2.

Additional Information

• Let us look at the meaning of the other words.
• Confidante: A person with whom one shares a secret or private matter. (वह व्यक्ति जिसके साथ कोई गुप्त या निजी मामला साझा किया जाता है)
• Soothsayer: A person supposed to be able to foresee the future; a fortune-teller. (ऐसा माना जाता है कि एक व्यक्ति भविष्य की भविष्यवाणी करने में सक्षम है; एक भविष्यवक्ता)
• Advocate: A person who publicly supports or recommends a particular cause or policy. (वह व्यक्ति जो सार्वजनिक रूप से किसी विशेष कारण या नीति का समर्थन या अनुशंसा करता है)

The correct answer is: Enmity

Key Points

• 'Bad blood' is an idiom that means hostility or ill-feeling between people. (लोगों के बीच शत्रुता या दुर्भावना)
• For example- There's always been bad blood between those two teams due to past conflicts.
• Enmity means the state of being actively opposed or hostile to someone or something. (किसी व्यक्ति या वस्तु का सक्रिय रूप से विरोध या शत्रुतापूर्ण होने की अवस्था)
• For example- The long-standing enmity between the rival gangs led to frequent clashes in the neighbourhood.
• In this context, it suggests that it's not beneficial to create a negative relationship with one's neighbours.

Hence, the correct answer is option 1.

Additional Information

• Business relations: Refers to the professional relationship between two parties. (दो पक्षों के बीच व्यावसायिक संबंध)
• Friendship: Refers to a close relationship between two people based on mutual trust, support, and care. (आपसी विश्वास, समर्थन और देखभाल पर आधारित दो लोगों के बीच घनिष्ठ संबंध)
• Family relations: Refers to the relationship between family members based on blood or marriage. (परिवार के सदस्यों के बीच रक्त या विवाह पर आधारित संबंध)

The correct answer is: evolved; existed

Key Points

• Evolved means developed gradually over time through natural selection. (प्राकृतिक चयन के माध्यम से समय के साथ धीरे-धीरे विकसित हुआ)
• For example- Technology has evolved rapidly in the past decade.
• Existed means to have an actual being; be real or in existence. (एक वास्तविक अस्तित्व होना; वास्तविक हो या अस्तित्व में हो)
• For example- Ancient civilizations existed long before our time.
• The sentence is talking about the evolution of reptiles and their existence on Earth.
• The use of "and" indicates that the two blanks require two separate words.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 3.

Complete sentence: Reptiles evolved from amphibians. For a long period of 160 million years in Earth’s history, reptiles were the dominant form of life on the planet and existed in an enormous variety of shapes and sizes.

Additional Information

• Let us look at the meaning of the other words.
• Developed: Evolved or progressed to a more advanced state. (अधिक उन्नत अवस्था में विकसित या प्रगति करना)
• Continued: Persisted or carried on without interruption. (बिना किसी रुकावट के कायम या जारी रहना)
• Came: Arrived at a location or a certain state. (किसी स्थान या निश्चित राज्य पर पहुँचना)
• Exhausted: Completely drained of energy or resources. (ऊर्जा या संसाधनों का पूरी तरह से ख़त्म हो जाना)
• Involved: Participated or engaged in a situation or activity. (किसी स्थिति या गतिविधि में भाग लेना या संलग्न होना)
• Lived: Resided in a particular place or experienced life in a certain way. (किसी विशेष स्थान पर निवास किया या एक निश्चित तरीके से जीवन का अनुभव किया)

The correct answer is: Heated

Key Points

• The sentence talks about how quarrels bring conversations to a complete standstill.
• This implies that the confrontations resulting from quarrels must be intense and disruptive.
• The word "heated" means intense or passionate, especially in the context of an argument or debate. (तीव्र या भावुक, विशेष रूप से किसी तर्क या बहस के संदर्भ में)
• For example: The argument became heated as emotions ran high.
• Therefore, it is the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.

Hence, option 3 is the correct answer.

Complete sentence: Quarrels result in heated confrontations and bring all conversations to a complete standstill.

Additional Information

• Cold is the opposite of what the sentence suggests, as it implies a lack of intensity or passion. (तीव्रता या जुनून की कमी)
• Hot is not an appropriate choice as it suggests a physical temperature rather than an emotional state. (शारीरिक तापमान)
• Disputed is not a suitable choice as it means subject to disagreement or controversy. (असहमति या विवाद का विषय)

The correct passive voice is: A soft toy was gifted to my daughter by me.

Key Points

• The sentence is in the active voice with the subject "I" performing the action.
• In passive voice, the subject becomes the receiver of the action and is placed at the beginning of the sentence.
• The object "soft toy" becomes the subject in passive voice and "gifted" is changed to "was gifted".
• The preposition "to" remains the same and "my daughter" becomes the object of the preposition.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 3.

Additional Information

• Option 1: The sentence is in passive voice but the subject is not at the beginning and the preposition is incorrect.
• Option 2: The sentence is in passive voice but the word order is incorrect and the preposition is incorrect.
• Option 4: The sentence is in passive voice but the tense is incorrect and the preposition is incorrect.

The correct answer is: My son said, “What an attractive site it is!”

Key Points

• Direct speech requires the use of quotation marks and the reporting verb 'said'.
• The tense of the reported speech changes to the present form.
• The pronouns may change depending on the context of the reported speech.
• In this case, the reported speech is a statement and not a question or command.
• In the direct speech transformation, the introductory phrase changes from "My son exclaimed with joy" to "My son said."
• The main statement within the quotation marks is directly quoted, and it maintains the son's exact expression.
• Quotation marks indicate direct speech.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 2.

Additional Information

• Option 1: Incorrect as it changes the meaning of the original sentence by adding emphasis and making it sound like a rhetorical question.
• Option 3: Incorrect as it changes the tense of the reported speech to past, which is not accurate.
• Option 4: Also incorrect as it changes the word order and does not convey the same level of excitement as the original sentence.

The correct passive voice is: The parcel will be dispatched soon to Chennai by the seller.

Key Points

• The sentence is in active voice, with the subject 'seller' performing the action 'dispatch'.
• To convert it into passive voice, we need to make the object 'parcel' the subject, and use the auxiliary verb 'will be' along with the past participle form of the main verb 'dispatched'.
• The preposition 'to Chennai' remains unchanged as it indicates the destination.
• The agent (seller) is introduced with the preposition 'by' at the end of the sentence.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 1.

Additional Information

• Option 2: The use of 'may' indicates possibility, but the original sentence is in future tense and not conditional.
• Option 3: The use of 'might' indicates uncertainty, but the original sentence is a statement of fact.
• Option 4: The use of 'can' indicates ability, but the original sentence is not about capability but intention.

The incorrectly spelt word is: Accomodate

Key Points

• The correct spelling is 'Accommodate'.
• The word means to provide lodging or to make someone feel comfortable. (आवास प्रदान करना या किसी को आरामदायक महसूस कराना)
• For example: The hotel can accommodate up to 200 guests.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 1.

Additional Information

• The other words are correctly spelt. Let us look at the meaning of those words.
• Affection: A feeling of liking or love towards someone or something. (किसी व्यक्ति या वस्तु के प्रति पसंद या प्रेम की भावना)
• Appearance: The way someone or something looks. (जिस तरह से कोई व्यक्ति या वस्तु दिखती है)
• Accompanied: To go somewhere with someone. (किसी के साथ कहीं जाना है)

The correct answer is: The plot of Much Ado About Nothing is an elaborate network of schemes and tricks.

Key Points

• The sentence is in the form of a subject-verb-object.
• "The plot of Much Ado About Nothing" - This sets the main subject of the sentence, which is the plot of the play.
• "is" - This is the linking verb that connects the subject to the predicate.
• "an elaborate network of schemes and tricks" - This elaborates on the nature of the plot. It describes the plot as intricate and detailed, consisting of various schemes and tricks.
• Therefore, the correct order is "The plot of Much Ado About Nothing is an elaborate network of schemes and tricks."
• The correct arrangement ensures clarity and coherence by presenting the subject, followed by its description in a structured manner.

Hence, option 3 is the correct answer