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General Intelligence and Reasoning (50 questions)

1

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

  1. ((a))

    Concentration

  2. ((b))

    Fatigue

  3. ((c))

    Stress 

  4. ((d))

    Tension

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Answer: ((a))

Concentration

Fatigue, stress and tension can be physical or psychological.

But concentration is a psychological trait.

Hence concentration is the odd one among the given options.

2

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 :

Some animals are mammals.

No mammal is herbivore.

Conclusions:

I. No herbivore is mammal.

II. Some mammals are animals.

I. No animal is herbivore.

  1. ((a))

    Only conclusions I and II follow.

  2. ((b))

    Only conclusions II and III follow.

  3. ((c))

    None of the conclusions follows.

  4. ((d))

    Only conclusions I and III follow.

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Answer: ((a))

Only conclusions I and II follow.

I. No herbivore is mammal. → True (No mammal is herbivore.)

II. Some mammals are animals. → True (Some animals are mammals.)

I. No animal is herbivore. → False (it is possible but not definite)

Hence, the correct answer is ‘Only conclusions I and II follow’.

3

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

9 + 12 ÷ 6 × 8 – 4 = 14

  1. ((a))
    • and × 
  2. ((b))

    × and ÷

  3. ((c))

    – and ×

  4. ((d))

    ÷ and +

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Answer: ((b))

× and ÷

The pattern followed here is :

    • and × → 9 × 12 ÷ 6 + 8 - 4 = 20 ≠ 14

  2. × and ÷ → 9 + 12 × 6 ÷ 8 - 4 = 14

    • and × → 9 + 12 ÷ 6 - 8 × 4 = -21

  4. ÷ and + → 9 ÷ 12 + 6 × 8 - 4 = 44.75

Hence, the correct answer is ‘× and ÷’.

4

Rinky walked 70 m towards the east from her house, and then took a right turn and walked 50 m to reach the post office. From there, she took a right turn again and walked 150 m to reach the market, from where she took a left turn and walked a few meters to reach the school. If the air distance between Rinky’s house and the school is 170 m. what is the air distance between the market and the school?

  1. ((a))

    90 m

  2. ((b))

    100 m

  3. ((c))

    70 m

  4. ((d))

    120 m

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

100 m

According to given information,

Let H denote Rinky’s house, P denote post office, M denote market and S denote school.

Then,

OM = NP = 50 m and ON = MP = 150 m

OH = 150 - 70 = 80

By Pythagoras’ theorem,

SH2 = HO2 + SO2

Therefore, SO2 = 1702 - 802 = 22500 and SO = 150 m.

MS = 150 - 50 = 100 m

Hence, MS = air distance between the market and Rinky’s school = 100 m.

5

Which number will replace the question mark (?) in the following series?

7, 9, 13, 15, ?, 21, 25

  1. ((a))

    18

  2. ((b))

    19

  3. ((c))

    17

  4. ((d))

    20

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Answer: ((b))

19

The pattern followed here is:

Hence, the correct answer is ‘19’.

6

‘Experiment’ is related to ‘Invention’ in the same way as ‘Read’ is related to _______

  1. ((a))

    Invention

  2. ((b))

    Evaluation

  3. ((c))

    Concentration

  4. ((d))

    Learn

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Answer: ((d))

Learn

Experimenting is a part of the process of Invention.

Similarly,

Reading is a part of the process of learning.

Hence, learn is the correct answer.

7

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

  1. 19 ∷ 29 : ______
  1. ((a))

    69

  2. ((b))

    79

  3. ((c))

    49

  4. ((d))

    59

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Answer: ((d))

59

The pattern followed here is :

9 : 19 → 9 × 2 + 1 = 19

29 : 59 → 29 × 2 + 1 = 59

Hence, the correct answer is ‘59’.

8

Two positions of the same dice are given. Which number will be at the top if ‘6’ is at the bottom?

  1. ((a))

    3

  2. ((b))

    4

  3. ((c))

    1

  4. ((d))

    5

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Answer: ((b))

4

2, 3, 4 and 6 are adjacent to 1.

From the positions of the dice we conclude that

6 is at the left of 1 and 4 is at the right of 1.

Hence, the correct answer is ‘4’.

9

Which number will replace the question mark (?) in the following series?

5, 7, 11, 14, 23, ?, 43, 48

  1. ((a))

    31

  2. ((b))

    26

  3. ((c))

    39

  4. ((d))

    27

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

27

The pattern followed here is:

Hence, the correct answer is ‘27’.

10

‘Tired’ is related to ‘Exhausted’ in the same way as ‘Sad’ is related to ‘________’

  1. ((a))

    Regret

  2. ((b))

    Emotional

  3. ((c))

    Withdrawn

  4. ((d))

    Depressed

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Answer: ((d))

Depressed

Tired and Exhausted are synonyms.

Similarly, sad and depressed are synonyms.

Hence depressed is the correct answer.

11

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

ACFJ : ZXUQ ∷ ELHK : _____

  1. ((a))

    WOSP

  2. ((b))

    VUSP

  3. ((c))

    VOSP

  4. ((d))

    WRSQ

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

VOSP

The pattern followed here is :

Each letter of the first term forms a reverse pair with the corresponding letter of the second term.

Similarly,

Hence, the correct answer is ‘VOSP’.

12

If DRIVE is coded as 59372 and SPUR is coded as 6489, what will be the code for PRIDE?

  1. ((a))

    94532

  2. ((b))

    49352

  3. ((c))

    43925

  4. ((d))

    49235

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

49352

The pattern followed here is:

LetterCode
D5
R9
I3
V7
E2

 

LetterCode
S6
P4
U8
R9

 

Similarly,

LetterCode
P4
R9
I3
D5
E2

 

Hence, the correct answer is ‘49352’

13

Select the number- pair in which the two numbers are related in the same way as are the two numbers of the given number pair.

1 : 8

  1. ((a))

    9 : 36

  2. ((b))

    8 : 27

  3. ((c))

    6 : 30

  4. ((d))

    16 : 49

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Answer: ((b))

8 : 27

The pattern followed here is :

1 : 8 → 13 : 23

Similarly,

8 : 27 → 23 : 33

Hence, the correct answer is 8 : 27.

14

Which letter will replace the question mark (?) in the following series?

J, Q, L, O, N, ?, P, K

  1. ((a))

    M

  2. ((b))

    K

  3. ((c))

    L

  4. ((d))

    I

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

M

The pattern followed here is:

Hence, the correct answer is ‘M’.

15

Which of the following interchanges of signs and numbers would make the following equation correct?

18 – 8 ÷ 12 × 6 + 10 = 12

  1. ((a))
    • and -, 6 and 8
  2. ((b))
    • and -, 8 and 10
  3. ((c))

    × and ÷ , 12 and 6

  4. ((d))

    × and -, 18 and 6

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))
  • and -, 6 and 8

The pattern followed here is :

  1. + and -, 6 and 8 → 18 + 6 ÷ 12 × 8 - 10 = 12

    • and -, 8 and 10 → 18 + 10 ÷ 12 × 6 - 8 = 15

  3. × and ÷, 12 and 6 → 18 - 8 × 6 ÷ 12 + 10 = 24

  4. × and -, 18 and 6 → 6 × 8 ÷ 12 - 18 + 10 = -4

Hence, the correct answer is ‘ + and -, 6 and 8’.

16

Which two numbers should be interchanged to make the following equation correct?

8 + 12 ÷ 9 × 6 – 4 = 12 ÷ 6 × 8 + 9 - 1

  1. ((a))

    8 and 4

  2. ((b))

    12 and 8

  3. ((c))

    6 and 12

  4. ((d))

    6 and 9

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

6 and 12

After interchanging the numbers in both LHS and RHS

  1. 8 and 4 → 4 + 12 ÷ 9 × 6 - 8 = 4 and 12 ÷ 6 × 4 + 9 - 1 = 16

  2. 12 and 8 → 12 + 8 ÷ 9 × 6 - 4 = 40/3 and 8 ÷ 6 × 12 + 9 – 1 = 24

  3. 6 and 12 → 8 + 6 ÷ 9 × 12 - 4 = 12 and 6 ÷ 12 × 8 + 9 - 1 = 12

  4. 6 and 9 → 8 + 12 ÷ 6 × 9 - 4 = 22 and 12 ÷ 9 × 8 + 6 - 1 = 47/3

Hence, the correct answer is ‘6 and 12’.

17

In the following diagram, the triangle represent ‘businessmen’, the circle represents ‘rich’ and the rectangle represents ‘city dwellers’. The numbers in different segments show the number of persons.

How many rich city dwellers are not businessmen?

  1. ((a))

    14

  2. ((b))

    16

  3. ((c))

    18

  4. ((d))

    20

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Answer: ((c))

18

No. of rich city dwellers who are not businessmen = 18.

Hence, the correct answer is ‘18’.

18

In a code language, PENCIL is written as PNEICL. How will MOTHER be written as in that language?

  1. ((a))

    OMHTRE

  2. ((b))

    MTOREH

  3. ((c))

    MHTORE

  4. ((d))

    MTOEHR

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

MTOEHR

The pattern followed here is :

Similarly,

Hence, the correct answer is ‘MTOEHR’.

19

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

Word : Letter

  1. ((a))

    Father : Son

  2. ((b))

    School : Class

  3. ((c))

    Doctor : Medicine

  4. ((d))

    House : Building

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Answer: ((b))

School : Class

Letters are a part of word.

Similarly, class is a part of school.

Hence, school : class is the correct answer.

20

Select the set of numbers that is similar to the following set.

{8, 19, 30}

  1. ((a))

    {11, 24, 38}

  2. ((b))

    {12, 25, 38}

  3. ((c))

    {6, 21, 32}

  4. ((d))

    {9, 20, 35}

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

{12, 25, 38}

The pattern followed here is :

{8, 19, 30} → 19 - 8 = 11, 30 - 19 = 11

Now,

{12, 25, 38} → 25 - 12 = 13, 38 - 25 = 13

Hence, the correct answer is ‘{12, 25, 38}’.

21

Select the option in which the given figure is embedded.

  1. ((a))

  2. ((b))

  3. ((c))

  4. ((d))

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Answer: ((b))

Hence, the correct answer is ‘figure in option 2’.

22

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

  1. ((a))

  2. ((b))

  3. ((c))

  4. ((d))

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Answer: ((d))

Hence, the correct answer is ‘figure in option 4’.

23

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

  1. ((a))

    15 : 18

  2. ((b))

    45 : 55

  3. ((c))

    35 : 42

  4. ((d))

    25 : 30

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

45 : 55

The pattern followed here is :

15 : 18 → 5 × 3 = 15 and 6 × 3 = 18

45 : 55 → 9 × 5 = 45 and 11 × 5 = 55

35 : 42 → 5 × 7 = 35 and 6 × 7 = 42

25 : 30 → 5 × 5 = 25 and 6 × 5 = 30

Hence, the correct answer is ‘45 : 55’.

24

Which letter-cluster will replace the question mark (?) in the following series?

HKNQ, JIPO, KHQN, MFSL, ?

  1. ((a))

    NGRM

  2. ((b))

    NEKT

  3. ((c))

    NETK

  4. ((d))

    ODUJ

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

NETK

The pattern followed here is:

H + 2  = J, J + 1 = K, K + 2 = M, M + 1 = N

K - 2 = I, I - 1 = H, H - 2 = F, F - 1 = E

N + 2 = P, P + 1 = Q, Q + 2 = S, S + 1 =  T

Q - 2 = O, O - 1 = N, N - 2 = L, L - 1 = K

Hence, the correct answer is ‘NETK’.

25

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

Dress : Stitch

  1. ((a))

    Water : Swim

  2. ((b))

    Drive : Road

  3. ((c))

    Dish : Cook

  4. ((d))

    Liquid : Measure

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Answer: ((c))

Dish : Cook

Dress is made by stitching clothes.

Similarly,

Dish is made by cooking ingredients.

Hence, Dish : Cook is the correct answer.

26

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

  1. ((a))

  2. ((b))

  3. ((c))

  4. ((d))

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Answer: ((c))

Hence, the correct answer is ‘figure in option 3’.

27

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

9 : 21 ∷ 27 : _____

  1. ((a))

    72

  2. ((b))

    51

  3. ((c))

    49

  4. ((d))

    63

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

63

The pattern followed here is:

9 : 21 = 3 × 3 : 3 × 7

Similarly,

27 : 63 = 9 × 3 : 9 × 7

Hence, the correct answer is ‘63’.

28

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

  1. ((a))

    WUTR

  2. ((b))

    JMPS

  3. ((c))

    GHIJ

  4. ((d))

    SQOM

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

WUTR

The pattern followed here is:

Hence, the correct answer is ‘WUTR’.

29

Select the correct alternative to indicate the arrangement of the following words in a logical and meaningful order.

  1. Fruit
  2. Harvest
  3. seed
  4. Sell
  5. Plant
  1. ((a))

    3, 5, 1, 2, 4

  2. ((b))

    4, 2, 1, 3, 5

  3. ((c))

    3, 1, 5, 2, 4

  4. ((d))

    1, 3, 5, 2, 4

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

3, 5, 1, 2, 4

The pattern followed here is :

A seed grows into a plant and bears a fruit or many fruits which we can harvest and sell in the market.

Seed → plant → fruit → harvest → sell

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

30

Two statements are given, followed by three conclusions numbered I, I 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:

Some males are swimmers.

All swimmers are athletes.

Conclusions:

I. Some athletes are males.

II. No athlete is male.

III. Some athletes are swimmers.

  1. ((a))

    Only conclusions I and III follow.

  2. ((b))

    All of the conclusions follow.

  3. ((c))

    Only conclusions I and II follow.

  4. ((d))

    Only conclusions II and III follow.

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Only conclusions I and III follow.

I. Some athletes are males. → True (Some males are swimmers and all swimmers are athletes)

II. No athlete is male. → False (Some males are swimmers and all swimmers are athletes)

III. Some athletes are swimmers. → True (All swimmers are athletes)

Hence, the correct answer is ‘Only conclusions I and III follow’.

31

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

  1. ((a))

    975 : 753

  2. ((b))

    697 : 475

  3. ((c))

    739 : 527

  4. ((d))

    456 : 234

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

739 : 527

The pattern followed here is :

975 : 753 → 9 - 7 = 2 and 7 - 5 = 2; 7 - 5 = 2 and 5 - 3 = 2

697 : 475 → 9 - 6 = 3 and 9 - 7 = 2; 7 - 4 = 3 and 7 - 5 = 2

739 : 527 → 7 - 3 = 4 and 9 - 3 = 6; 5 - 2 = 3 and 7 - 2 = 5

456 : 234 → 5 - 4 = 1 and 6 - 5 = 1; 3 - 2 = 1 and 4 - 3 = 1

The difference between the first two digits of the first number is the same as the first two digits of the second number and the difference between the second and third digits of the first and second numbers is the same.

Hence, the correct answer is ‘739 : 527’.

32

Identify the missing figure in the following series.

  1. ((a))

  2. ((b))

  3. ((c))

  4. ((d))

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

The pattern followed here is:

In each case, the figure is rotated clockwise to obtain the next figure. Also, the symbols switch from horizontal position to vertical and vice versa except the triangle symbol which is flipped vertically every time to obtain the next figure.

Hence, the correct answer is ‘figure in option 3’.

33

Identify the missing figure in the following series.

  1. ((a))

  2. ((b))

  3. ((c))

  4. ((d))

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Answer: ((c))

The pattern followed here is:

One side of each of the squares (inner and outer) in the given figure is deleted clockwise to obtain the next figure.

Hence, the correct answer is ‘figure 3’.

34

Swati’s school bus starts from her house and takes one left turn to reach the hospital. Then, it takes a right turn and covers 5 km. Finally, it takes a left turn to reach her school. On reaching the school, the bus faces south-west. In which direction was the bus facing when it left Swati’s house?

  1. ((a))

    North-east

  2. ((b))

    North-west

  3. ((c))

    South-east

  4. ((d))

    East

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

North-west

According to given information:

We see that the bus was facing north-west when it left Swati’s house.

Hence, the correct answer is ‘North-west’.

35

Which number will replace the question mark (?) in the following series?

3, 5, 10, 18, 29, ?, 60

  1. ((a))

    37

  2. ((b))

    46

  3. ((c))

    45

  4. ((d))

    43

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

43

The pattern followed here is:

Hence, the correct answer is ‘43’.

36

In the following diagram, the triangle represents ‘teachers’, the circle represents ‘intelligent’, the rectangle represent ‘urban’ and the square represents ‘males’. The numbers in different segments show the number of persons.

How many urban intelligent teachers are not male?

  1. ((a))

    14

  2. ((b))

    4

  3. ((c))

    10

  4. ((d))

    12

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

10

No. of urban intelligent teachers who are not males is the shaded part i.e., 10.

Hence, the correct answer is 10.

37

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

  1. ((a))

    GPJM

  2. ((b))

    NEHK

  3. ((c))

    MSOQ

  4. ((d))

    RXTV

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

NEHK

The pattern followed here is:

GPJM → G + 3 = J, P - 3 = M

NEHK → N - 6 = H, E + 6 = K

MSOQ → M + 2 = O, S - 2 = Q

RXTV → R + 2 = T, X - 2 = V

Hence, the correct answer is ‘NEHK’.

38

Select the correct alternative to indicate the arrangement of the following words in a logical and meaningful order.

  1. Judgment
  2. Arrest
  3. Prison
  4. Court
  5. Crime
  6. Punishment
  1. ((a))

    5, 4, 2, 1, 6, 3

  2. ((b))

    3, 6, 4, 1, 2, 5

  3. ((c))

    5, 2, 3, 4, 1, 6

  4. ((d))

    5, 2, 4, 1, 6, 3

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

5, 2, 4, 1, 6, 3

The pattern followed here is :

If a crime like murder of a person is committed, the police would arrest the suspect and take him to the court where the judgement is made and the punishment, if proved guilty, would include staying in prison for as many as 14 years.

Crime → arrest → court → judgement → punishment → prison

Hence, the correct answer is ‘ 5, 2, 4, 1, 6, 3’.

39

If FATHER = 7 and DAUGHTER = 9, then DISTANT = ____.

  1. ((a))

    10

  2. ((b))

    7

  3. ((c))

    8

  4. ((d))

    6

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

8

The pattern followed here is :

No. of letters in the word + 1

Code for FATHER: 6 + 1 = 7

Code for DAUGHTER = 8 + 1 = 9

Therefore, code for DISTANT = 7 + 1 = 8.

Hence, the correct answer is ‘8’.

40

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

HJLN : ILOR ∷ DFHJ : _____

  1. ((a))

    EHKN

  2. ((b))

    EHLO

  3. ((c))

    CGJM

  4. ((d))

    EHJL

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

EHKN

The pattern followed here is:

Similarly,

Hence, the correct answer is ‘EHKN’.

41

In a code language, EXPLAIN is written as XEALPNI. How will FACTORY be written in that language?

  1. ((a))

    AFTOCYR

  2. ((b))

    CAFOTYR

  3. ((c))

    AFOTCYR

  4. ((d))

    AFOTCRY

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

AFOTCYR

The pattern followed here is:

As per the same pattern, the correct answer is ‘AFOTCYR’.

42

Select the option in which the given figure is embedded.

  1. ((a))

  2. ((b))

  3. ((c))

  4. ((d))

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

Hence, the correct answer is ‘figure in option 2’.

43

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

  1. ((a))

  2. ((b))

  3. ((c))

  4. ((d))

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

The pattern followed here is:

The figure in the first odd place is rotated 120⁰ anticlockwise to obtain the figure in the next odd place. We repeat the same step with the figure in the even place.

Hence, the correct answer is ‘figure in option 2’.

44

How many triangles are there in the following figure?

  1. ((a))

    23

  2. ((b))

    21

  3. ((c))

    14

  4. ((d))

    19

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

21

Hence, the correct answer is ‘21’.

45

In the following diagram, the triangle represents ‘cricket players’, the circle represents ‘swimmers’ and the rectangle represents ‘students’. The numbers in different segments show the number of persons.

How many students are swimmers but not cricket players?

  1. ((a))

    17

  2. ((b))

    13

  3. ((c))

    8

  4. ((d))

    18

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

17

No. of students who are swimmers but not cricket players = 17.

Hence, the correct answer is ‘17’.

46

Select the set of numbers that is similar to the following set.

{5, 10, 17}

  1. ((a))

    (37,50, 65}

  2. ((b))

    {24, 35, 48}

  3. ((c))

    {17, 35, 72}

  4. ((d))

    {26, 50, 65}

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

(37,50, 65}

The pattern followed here is :

{5, 10, 17} → 22 + 1 = 5, 32 + 1 = 10, 42 + 1 = 17

Similarly,

{37, 50, 65} → 62 + 1 = 37, 72 + 1 = 50, 82 + 1 = 65

Hence, the correct answer is ‘{37, 50, 65}’.

47

The sequence of folding a piece of square paper and the manner in which the folded paper has been cut is shown in the figures X, Y and Z. How would this paper look when unfolded?

  1. ((a))

  2. ((b))

  3. ((c))

  4. ((d))

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

Hence, the correct answer is ‘figure 3’.

48

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

  1. ((a))

    Termination

  2. ((b))

    Valediction

  3. ((c))

    Conclusion

  4. ((d))

    Intermission

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

Intermission

Termination, Valediction and Conclusion are related to the ending of an event.

Intermission is related to a break between an event.

Hence, intermission is the correct answer.

49

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

  1. ((a))

    12 : 20

  2. ((b))

    30 : 40

  3. ((c))

    20 : 30

  4. ((d))

    42 : 56

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

30 : 40

The pattern followed here is :

12 : 20 → 32 + 3 = 12 and 42 + 4 = 20

30 : 40 → 52 + 5 = 30 and 62 + 6 = 42 ≠ 40

20 : 30 → 42 + 4 = 20 and 52 + 5 = 30

42 : 56 → 62 + 6 = 42 and 72 + 7 = 56

Hence, the correct answer is ’30 : 40’.

50

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

  1. ((a))

    14 : 30

  2. ((b))

    19 : 40

  3. ((c))

    9 : 20

  4. ((d))

    21 : 45

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

21 : 45

The pattern followed here is :

14 : 30 → 14 × 2 + 2 = 30

19 : 40 → 19 × 2 + 2 = 40

9 : 20 → 9 × 2 + 2 = 20

21 : 45 → 21 × 2 + 2 = 44 ≠ 45

Hence, the correct answer is ‘21 : 45’.

General Knowledge and General Awareness (50 questions)

51

The expansion project of Numaligarh Refinery involves setting up a crude oil pipeline from _______ to Numaligarh.

  1. ((a))

    Paradip

  2. ((b))

    Bina

  3. ((c))

    Halida

  4. ((d))

    Banauni

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Paradip

  • The expansion of Numaligarh Refinery involves setting up a crude oil pipeline from Paradip to Numaligarh.
  • The project deals with increasing the capacity of  Numaligarh Refinery from 3 Million Metric Tonnes Per Annum (MMTPA) to 9 MMTPA.
  • Numaligarh Refinery was established in the year 1999 and located in the state of Assam.
  • In the year 2019, Numaligarh Refinery received the best Mini Ratna Public Sector Unit (PSU) Award in Financial Category.
52

_______ is an inherited blood disorder due to which people suffering from this condition are unable to make haemoglobin.

  1. ((a))

    Stroke

  2. ((b))

    Thalassemia

  3. ((c))

    Thrombosis

  4. ((d))

    Bone Marrow failure

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

Thalassemia

  • Thalassemia is an inherited blood disorder due to which people suffering from this condition are unable to make haemoglobin.
  • It is a hereditary disease that is inherited from their ancestors.
StrokeIt happens when blood supply to the brain got interrupted.
ThrombosisIt is a condition when blood gets clot inside the blood vessel
Bone Marrow FailureIt can be both hereditary or acquired diseases in which bone marrow fails to produce a sufficent amount of blood cells.
53

In January 2019, Prime Minister Narendra Modi inaugurated the Kollam Bypass. Which of the following is NOT true of the bypass?

  1. ((a))

    It lies on the National Highway-66.

  2. ((b))

    It is the first National Highway project in the country taken up on a 50 : 50 Centre-State partnership.

  3. ((c))

    It is 18 km long and has three lanes.

  4. ((d))

    Its opening would considerably reduce travel time between Alappuzha and Thiruvananthapuram.

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

It is 18 km long and has three lanes.

  • Kollam Bypass is a 2 lane, 13 Kilometer long road which will help to reduce congestion in Kollam town.
  • It was inaugurated by Prime Minister Narendra Modi in January 2019.
  • It was the first national highway where Center and State shared the cost of a project on 50:50 basis.
  • Construction of the bypass began in May 2015 and got completed in January 2019.
54

Which is the smallest bone in the human body?

  1. ((a))

    Malleus

  2. ((b))

    Metacarsal

  3. ((c))

    Stapes

  4. ((d))

    Incus

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

Stapes

  • Stapes is the smallest bone in the human body
  • Stapes is found in Ears and it is shaped like a stirrup.
  • It is one of the three ear ossicles present in the human body with the three ossicles being Malleus, Incus and Stapes.
  • The Stapes is a bone in the middle ear which is responsible for the conduction of sound vibrations in the inner ear.
  • Malleus is a hammer-shaped small bone of the middle ear connecting with the Incus.
  • Incus is a small bone in the middle ear which transmits vibrations between Malleus and Stapes.
55

In January 2019, the World Health Organisation released its list of 10 global health threats which demand immediate attention. Which of the following is NOT one of them?

  1. ((a))

    Communicable diseases

  2. ((b))

    HIV

  3. ((c))

    Dengue

  4. ((d))

    Antimicrobial resistance

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Communicable diseases

  • The World Health Organization (WHO) is a specialized agency of the United Nations that is concerned with international public health.
  • It was established on 7 April 1948 and is headquartered in Geneva, Switzerland.
  • In January 2019, The World Health Organisation (WHO) released its list of 10 Global Threats that requires its attention in the year 2019.
  • They are 
  1. Non-Communicable Diseases.
  2. Air pollution and climate change.
  3. Global influenza pandemic.
  4. Fragile and vulnerable settings (People living in conflict zones, famines areas etc).
  5. Antimicrobial resistance.
  6. Ebola and other high-threat pathogens.
  7. Weak primary health care.
  8. Vaccine hesitancy.
  9. Dengue.
  10. HIV.
56

In January 2018, renowed scientist, _______ took charge as the Director of Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC).

  1. ((a))

    Jayant Narlikar

  2. ((b))

    S. Somanath

  3. ((c))

    Salim Ali

  4. ((d))

    C. N. R Rao

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

S. Somanath

  • In January 2018, renowned scientist,S.Somanath took charge as the director of Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre (VSSC).
  • Before taking this charge, S.Somanath was the director ISRO's Liquid Propulsion Systems Centre (LPSC).
  • The Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre is a major space research centre of the Indian Space Research Organisation, focusing on rocket and space vehicles for India's satellite programme.
  • It is located in Thiruvananthapuram, Kerala and established in the year 1962.
57

The ________ dance is performed by shepherd community of Goa during Navratri.

  1. ((a))

    Kolkali

  2. ((b))

    Dhangar

  3. ((c))

    Fugdi

  4. ((d))

    Lava

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

Dhangar

The correct answer is Dhangar.

  • The Dhangar dance is performed by the shepherd community of Goa during Navratri.
  • The dancers usually wear a white long robe along with a turban.
  • It usually celebrated on the tenth day of Navarathri and Musical Instruments such as Dhol, Cymbal and a long flute named 'Pawa' are used.
  • Songs are sung during this dance and they usually talk about the love story between Radha and Lord Krishna.
Folk DanceState
KolkaliKerala
FugdiGoa
LavaLakshadweep
58

An exhibition ________ was held in New Delhi, in January 2019 by the Minority Affairs Ministry to project the talent of Indian artisans.

  1. ((a))

    Threads Fashion and Lifestyle

  2. ((b))

    Adaah

  3. ((c))

    Hunar Haat

  4. ((d))

    Andaaz

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

Hunar Haat

  • An exhibition at Hunar Haat was held in New Delhi in January 2019 by the Minority Affairs Ministry to project the talent of Indian Artisans.
  • It was inaugurated by then Finance Minister Arun Jaitley at the State Emporia Complex, New Delhi.
  • Arun Jaitley expired on 24 August 2019.
  • This exhibition was open from January 12 to January 20.
  • This exhibition showcased all types of Handicrafts and Handlooms, Traditional food etc. from all over the country.
59

Garo Hills lie in ________ state.

  1. ((a))

    Manipur

  2. ((b))

    Nagaland

  3. ((c))

    Assam

  4. ((d))

    Meghalaya

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

Meghalaya

  • Garo Hills lie in Meghalaya State.
  • Along with Garo Hills, Khasi and Jaintia hills are found in the state of Meghalaya.
  • These form part of Meghalaya plateau, which is the northeast extension of Indian peninsular plateau.
  • Capital of Meghalaya is Shillong and its Chief Minister as of May 2019 is Conrad Kongkal Sangma
60

The book 'Ammachi's Amazing Machines' by ________ won 'The Hindu Young World-Goodbooks Award' 2018 in the 'Best Picture Book: Illustration' category at the event.

  1. ((a))

    Rajiv Elipe

  2. ((b))

    Mamta Nainy

  3. ((c))

    Vinayak Verma

  4. ((d))

    Venita Coelho

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Rajiv Elipe

  • The Book 'Ammachi's Amazing Machines' by Rajiv Elipe won the 'The Hindu Young World -Goodbooks Award' 2018 in the Best Picture Book: Illustration' Category at the event.
  • This book is all about explaining about simple machines like the lever, pulley etc with the help of diagrams.
  • The Other recipients of The Hindu Young World -Goodbooks Award' in different categories are:
AuthorAwarded CategoryBook
Mamta NainyBest Book- Non-FictionA Brush with Indian Art
Vinayak VermaBest Picture Book-StoryAngry Akku
Venita CoelhoBest Book- FictionBoy No 32
61

The Second Battle of Tarain was fought in the year ______.

  1. ((a))

    1294 AD

  2. ((b))

    1345 AD

  3. ((c))

    1192 AD

  4. ((d))

    1079 AD

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

1192 AD

  • The Second Battle of Tarain was fought in the year 1192.
  • In the Second Battle of Tarain, Mohammad Ghori defeated Prithviraj Chauhan and that victory lead to the establishment of Delhi Sultanate.
  • He laid the foundation for Muslim Rule in India and is also known as the 'founder of Muslim Rule' in the country.
  • He was defeated in the First Battle of Tarain in the year 1191 by Prithviraj Chauhan.
62

Passer Domesticus is commonly known as _________.

  1. ((a))

    Parrot

  2. ((b))

    Sparrow

  3. ((c))

    Pigeon

  4. ((d))

    Lark

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

Sparrow

  • Passer Domesticus is commonly known as Sparrow.
NameScientific Name
ParrotPsittaciformes
PigeonColumba livia domestica
LarkAlaudidae
63

'Sakhi centre' or 'One Stop Centre (OSC)' is a fully sponsored scheme of the Central Government under the Ministry of _______.

  1. ((a))

    Housing and Urban Affairs

  2. ((b))

    Women and Child Development

  3. ((c))

    Law and Justice

  4. ((d))

    Culture

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

Women and Child Development

Key Points

  • Sakhi Centre or One Stop Centre (OSC) is a fully sponsored scheme of the central government under the Ministry of 'Women and Child Development'.
  • Sakhi provides an integrated range of services to women affected by violence.
  • These services include medical aid, police assistance, legal aid/case management, psychosocial counselling and temporary support services.
  • Women in distress can reach the Centres physically or over the phone.
  • This scheme is being implemented from 1st April 2015.
64

The first India-ASEAN Inno Tech Summit was held in ________ in November 2018.

  1. ((a))

    Chennai

  2. ((b))

    Ahmedabad

  3. ((c))

    New Delhi

  4. ((d))

    Mumbai

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

New Delhi

  • The first India-ASEAN InnoTech Summit was held in New Delhi in November 2018.
  • The theme of this summit is**: Accelerating towards innovative development.**
  • This summit was organised by the Federation of Indian Chambers of Commerce & Industry (FICCI) in association with Ministry of External Affairs and Department of Science and Technology.
  • This summit is a part of the Association of Southeast Asian Nations(ASEAN) India Innovation Platform Program.
  • India-ASEAN InnoTech Summit is an annual event to strengthen the ties between India and ASEAN.
65

Sanrakshan Kshmata Mahotsav (SAKSHAM) falls under the aegis of the _________ Government of India.

  1. ((a))

    Ministry of External Affairs

  2. ((b))

    Ministry of Chemicals and Fertilizers

  3. ((c))

    Ministry of Finance

  4. ((d))

    Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas

  • Sanrakshan Kshamta Mahotsav (SAKSHAM) falls under the aegis of the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas, Government of India.
  • SAKSHAM an annual flagship event of Petroleum Conservation Research Association (PCRA) which comes under the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas.
  • The Union Minister of Petroleum & Natural Gas Dharmendra Pradhan flagged off Sanrakshan Kshamta Mahotsav (SAKSHAM) Vans which are designed to promote fuel conservation.
  • This event focuses its attention on fuel conservation through people-centric activities and to educate the people about the conservation and efficient use of petroleum products leading to better health and environment.
66

As of January 2019, the number of high courts in India is _________.

  1. ((a))

    25

  2. ((b))

    20

  3. ((c))

    18

  4. ((d))

    30

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

25

  • As of January 2019, the number of high courts in India is 25.
  • The newest High court in the country is the High Court of Andhra Pradesh, established on January 1, 2019.
  • Chagari Praveen Kumar is the Chief Justice of Andhra Pradesh State High Court.
  • Article 214 of the Indian Constitution deals with established High Court for a State.

https://www.hindustantimes.com/india-news/andhra-pradesh-gets-new-high-court-will-function-from-january-1/story-oCi7VNWLWy1XSg9WqVoEJM.html

67

Weightlifter _________ won India's maiden gold medal at 2018 Youth Olympic Games in the men's 62 kg category in Argentina.

  1. ((a))

    Sanjita Chanu

  2. ((b))

    Jeremy Lalrinnunga

  3. ((c))

    Jitu Rai

  4. ((d))

    Santosh Yadav

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

Jeremy Lalrinnunga

  • Weightlifter Jeremy Lalrinnunga won India's maiden gold in men's 62 kg category at the Youth Olympic Games held in Buenos Aries, Argentina in 2018.
  • This 15-year-old won the gold medal after lifting a total of 274 kg.
  • He belongs to the state of Mizoram and he also won a silver and bronze in 2018 Asian Weightlifting Championships.
  • India won a total of 13 medals in 2018 Youth Olympic Games with 3 being Gold, 9 Silver and 1 Bronze.
68

In January 2019, President Ramnath Kovind gave his assent to the 124th constitutional Amendment Bill (which is now the 103rd Amendment Act of the Constitution of India) providing ________ reservation for economically weaker sections from the upper castes.

  1. ((a))

    10%

  2. ((b))

    15%

  3. ((c))

    5%

  4. ((d))

    20%

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

10%

  • In January 2019, President Ramnath Kovind gave his ascent to the 124th  Constitutional Amendment Bill(103rd Amendment Act) providing 10% reservation for economically weaker sections from the upper castes.
  • The bill seeks to provide a 10% reservation to Economically Weaker Sections (EWS) in the General category.
  • The bill facilitates reservation for EWS in direct recruitments and admission in higher educational institutions.
  • The Bill amends Article 15 (no person shall be discriminated on the basis of religion, race, caste, sex or place of birth**) of the Constitution of India.**
69

The tennis pair of ________ won a gold medal in the Men's Doubles tennis event at the 2018 Asian Games.

  1. ((a))

    Mahesh Bhupathi and Leander Paes

  2. ((b))

    Yuki Bhambri and Ramanathan Krishnan

  3. ((c))

    Aleksandr Bublik and Denis Yevseyev

  4. ((d))

    Rohan Bopanna and Divij Sharan

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

Rohan Bopanna and Divij Sharan

  • The tennis pair of Rohan Bopanna and Divij Sharan won a gold medal in the Men's Doubles tennis at the 18th edition, 2018 Asian Games.
  • India's Rohan Bopanna and Divij Sharan won the gold medal in the men's doubles tennis event by defeating Kazakhstan's Aleksandr and Denis.
  • 18th edition of Asian Games was held in the Twin cities, Jakarta & Palembang in Indonesia.
  • India won a total of 15 gold, 24 Silver and 30 Bronze in 2018 Asian Games.
70

Which of the following elements/chemical compounds has the highest density?

  1. ((a))

    Nickel

  2. ((b))

    Zinc

  3. ((c))

    Mercury

  4. ((d))

    Osmium

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

Osmium

  • Osmium is the element that has the highest density.
  • It has the atomic symbol Os and has an atomic number of 76.
  • Osmium metal is a d-block element and it is discovered by Smithson Tennant in 1803.
  • It is the densest naturally occurring metal found in nature.
71

Pune is set to become the first Indian city to have a traffic robot in 2019. Which of the following statements is NOT true about the traffic police authorities of Pune and their robot named 'Roadeo'?

  1. ((a))

    Roadeo's hands have been engineered to move and show stop signs to vehicles

  2. ((b))

    Roadeo has a 26-inch LCD display.

  3. ((c))

    Roadeo will move around city roads, functioning as a quasi-traffic policeman and cautioning commuters.

  4. ((d))

    Roadeo is equipped with a siren, skid-steering wheels and obstacle-detection sensors.

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

Roadeo has a 26-inch LCD display.

  • The Traffic Police Department of Pune, by introducing a robot named 'Roadeo' tried to maintain traffic flow and spread awareness about the traffic rules in the city of Pune.
  • Roadeo's hands have been engineered to move and show stop signs to vehicles.
  • It has a 16 inch LED screen to show traffic rules and show messages like 'Wear Helmet, Follow traffic rules etc.
  • Roadeo will move around city roads, functioning as a quasi-traffic policeman and cautioning commuters and it is equipped with siren, skid-steering wheels and obstacles-detection sensors.
72

In June 2017, NASA successfully launched _________ mission to study the intersteller medium, the matter between stars.

  1. ((a))

    CHESS

  2. ((b))

    BLESS

  3. ((c))

    FLESS

  4. ((d))

    HESS

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

CHESS

  • In June 2017, The National Aeronautics and Space Administration (NASA) successfully launched Colorado High-resolution Echelle Stellar Spectrograph (CHESS) mission to study the interstellar medium i.e. the matter between the stars.
  • CHESS is a Sounding rocket (rocket to carry research equipment to suborbital level) to study vast interstellar clouds and to know about the earliest stages of star formation.
  • The Colorado High-resolution Echelle Stellar Spectrograph (CHESS) will measure light filtering through the interstellar medium which provides crucial information for understanding the lifecycle of stars.
73

Which of the following gases turn lime water milky?

  1. ((a))

    Carbon Dioxide

  2. ((b))

    Oxygen

  3. ((c))

    Nitrogen

  4. ((d))

    Hydrogen

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Carbon Dioxide

  • Carbondioxide (CO2) gas turns lime water into milky.
  • Carbondioxide (CO2) turns lime water milky, due to the formation of CaCO3 (calcium carbonate).
  • The chemical reaction is as follows:

                                        Ca(OH)2 + CO2 ⇒ CaCO3 + H2O.

  • Lime Water is formed when Calcium Oxide (CaO) is mixed with water it forms lime water or Calcium Hydroxide (Ca(OH)2).
74

In January 2019, Union Minster of Petroleum and Natural Gas ________ flagged off Sanrakshan Kshmata Mahotsav (SAKSHAM) vans.

  1. ((a))

    DV Sadananda Gowda

  2. ((b))

    Suresh Prabhu

  3. ((c))

    Dharmendra Pradhan

  4. ((d))

    Nitin Jairam Gadkari

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

Dharmendra Pradhan

  • In January 2019, The Union Minister of Petroleum & Natural Gas Dharmendra Pradhan flagged off Sanrakshan Kshamta Mahotsav (SAKSHAM) Vans.
  • Sanrakshan Kshamta Mahotsav (SAKSHAM) falls under the aegis of the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas, Government of India.
  • SAKSHAM an annual flagship event of Petroleum Conservation Research Association (PCRA) which comes under the Ministry of Petroleum & Natural Gas.
  • This event focuses its attention on fuel conservation through people-centric activities and to educate the people about the conservation and efficient use of petroleum products leading to better health and environment.
75

The construction work of the Rs. 500-crore Pagladiya Multipurpose Dam project in Nalbari district of _________ will begin from February 2019.

  1. ((a))

    Telangana

  2. ((b))

    Meghalaya

  3. ((c))

    Tripura

  4. ((d))

    Assam

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

Assam

  • The Construction work of the Rs.500 crore Pagladiya Multipurpose Dam Project in Nalbari District of Assam has began from February 2019.
  • This project has benefits to irrigate about 54,160 ha and incidental power generation of 3 MW.
  • It was bulit across Pagladiya River at Thalkuchi in Baksa District which comes under Bodoland Territorial Autonomous Districts (BTAD) in Assam.
  • This dam is also helpful in moderation floods in the Assam region.
76

In January 2019, US-based Indian poet ________ received the 'Woman's Voice Award' at the Apeejay Kolkata Literary Festival (AKLF) 2019.

  1. ((a))

    Meena Alexander

  2. ((b))

    Ranjani Murali

  3. ((c))

    Smita Agarwal

  4. ((d))

    Sujata Bhatt

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

Ranjani Murali

  • In January 2019, US based Indian poet Ranjani Murali won the Woman's Voice Award' at the Apeejay Kolkata Literary Festival (AKLF).
  • This award is also known as 'Prabha Khaitan Womans Voice Award'.
  • This award carries a cash prize of 1 Lakh rupees and a citation.
77

Who wrote the book "Gulamgiri"?

  1. ((a))

    Swami Dayanand Saraswati

  2. ((b))

    Jyotibha Phule

  3. ((c))

    Vinoba Bhave

  4. ((d))

    Swami Vivekanand

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

Jyotibha Phule

The correct answer is option 2, i.e. Jyotibha Phule.

  • Joythiba Phule wrote the book 'Gulamgiri'.
  • He was a prominent social reformer and he founded the Satyashodhak Samaj in 1873.
  • Savitribai Jyotirao Phule, wife of Joythiba Phule founded the first girls' school run by Indians at Bhide Wada, Pune in 1848.
Social ReformerFounded
Swami Dayanand SaraswatiArya Samaj
Vinoba BhaveBhoodan Movement
Swami VivekanandRamakrishna Mission
78

In January 2019, the Reserve Bank of India initiated two surveys namely, Industrial Outlook Survey (IOS) and _______.

  1. ((a))

    Services Outlook Survey (SOS)

  2. ((b))

    Services and Infrastructure Outlook Survey (SIOS)

  3. ((c))

    Services Trade Survey (STS)

  4. ((d))

    Services and Trade Outlook Survey (STOS)

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

Services and Infrastructure Outlook Survey (SIOS)

  • In January 2019, The Reserve Bank of India initiated two surveys namely, Industrial Outlook Survey (IOS), Services and Infrastructure Outlook survey (SIOS).
  • The surveys will examine the current economic situation including the job scenario in India's manufacturing, services, and infrastructure sectors.
  • SIOS seeks an assessment of the business situation for the January-March 2019 quarter.

https://m.rbi.org.in/Scripts/QuarterlyPublications.aspx?head=Quarterly%20Industrial%20Outlook%20Survey

79

________ became the first Indian Badminton player to win the BWF World Tour Final in December 2018.

  1. ((a))

    Jwala Gutta

  2. ((b))

    Saina Nehwal

  3. ((c))

    PV Sindhu

  4. ((d))

    Aparna Popat

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

PV Sindhu

  • PV Sindhu became the first Indian Badminton Player to win the Badminton World Federation (BWF) World Tour Final on December 2018.
  • She is the first Indian to win the gold medal in BWF World Tour Finals tournament.
  • She defeated the Nozomi Okuhara of Japan in the final match.
  • The Badminton World Federation (BWF) World Tour Final was held in Guangzhou, China.
80

In August 2018, India rejected Pakistan's objections on its two hydropower projects. Pakal Dul and Lower Kalnai on the _________ river.

  1. ((a))

    Kaveri

  2. ((b))

    Yamuna

  3. ((c))

    Brahmaputra

  4. ((d))

    Chenab

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

Chenab

  • In August 2018, India rejected Pakistan objections on two Hydropower projects, Pakal Dul and Lower Kalnai on the Chenab river.
  • Pakal Dul is a 1000MW  HydroPower Project where Lower Kalnai is a 48MW HydroPower Project on Chenab River.
  • India and Pakistan Share Indus and Its Tributaries water on lines of Indus Water agreement signed in the year 1960.
  • World Bank brokered the Indus Waters Treaty between India and Pakistan.
  • According to this agreement, control over the water flowing in three “eastern” rivers of India the Beas, the Ravi and the Sutlej was given to India, while control over the water flowing in three “western” rivers of India the Indus, the Chenab and the Jhelum was given to Pakistan.
81

DNA was first isolated, analysed and recognised as a unique macro-molecule by _______ in 1869.

  1. ((a))

    Oswald Avery

  2. ((b))

    William Astbury

  3. ((c))

    Friedrich Miescher

  4. ((d))

    Alfred Hershey

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

Friedrich Miescher

  • Deoxyribonucleic Acid (DNA)  was first isolated, analysed and reorganised as a unique macro-molecule by Friedrich Miescher in 1869.​
  • DNA is a molecule that exists in the form of a double helix and contains genetic information required by an organism to live, develop and reproduce.
  • Deoxyribonucleic acid (DNA) is a nucleic acid and is made up of nucleotide.
  • Each nucleotide consists of a phosphate group, a nitrogenous base (A, T, G, C) and deoxyribose in a DNA.
ScientistDiscoveries
Oswald AveryHe stated that DNA is responsible for heredity.
William AstburyHe studied the X-ray diffraction of biological molecules which lead to the discovery of the double-helical structure of DNA.
Alfred HersheyHe discovered that DNA is the genetic material.
82

'The Hindu Young World-Goodbooks Award' 2018 in the 'Best Book: Fiction' category was given to ________ for 'Boy No. 32'.

  1. ((a))

    Vinayak Verma

  2. ((b))

    Venita Coelho

  3. ((c))

    Mamta Nainy

  4. ((d))

    Rajiv Elipe

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

Venita Coelho

  • The Book ''Boy No 32 by Venita Coelho won the 'The Hindu Young World -Goodbooks Award' 2018 in the ' Best Book- Fiction Category at the event.
  • The Other recipients of The Hindu Young World -Goodbooks Award' in different categories are:
AuthorAwarded CategoryBook
Mamta NainyBest Book- Non-FictionA Brush with Indian Art
Vinayak VermaBest Picture Book-StoryAngry Akku
Rajiv ElipeBest Picture Book: IllustrationAmmachi's Amazing Machines
83

The _______ was awarded the International Gandhi Peace Prize (2016) for its work towards providing mid-day meals to children across India.

  1. ((a))

    Vivekananda Kendra

  2. ((b))

    Ekal Abhiyan Trust

  3. ((c))

    Sulabh International

  4. ((d))

    Akshaya Patra Foundation

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

Akshaya Patra Foundation

  • Akshaya Patra Foundation was awarded the International Gandhi Peace Prize (2016) for its contribution in providing mid-day meals to millions of children across India.
  • A. C. Bhaktivedanta Swami Prabhupada founded the Akshaya Patra Foundation at Calcutta.
  • For the same year i.e. 2016,  Sulabh International  was also given the same award for its contribution in improving the condition of sanitation in India and emancipation of manual scavengers.
  • Sulabh International was founded by Bindeshwar Pathak in the year 1970.

Additional Information:

  • This award was given to Vivekananda Kendra, Kanyakumari for the year 2015 for their contribution in Rural Development, Education and EkalAbhiyan Trust for the year 2017 for their contribution in providing Education for Rural and Tribal Children, Rural Empowerment, Gender and Social Equality.
  • For the year 2018, this award was given to Shri YoheiSasakawa for his contribution to Leprosy Eradication in India and across the world.
  • The International Gandhi Peace Prize is an annual award was instituted by the Government of India in 1995.
  • The award has a Citation in a scroll, a plaque and an exquisite traditional handicraft/handloom item along with Rs 1 Crore prize money.
84

The Gurmukhi script was created in the 16th century CE by the second Sikh guru ________.

  1. ((a))

    Guru Amar Das

  2. ((b))

    Guru Arjan

  3. ((c))

    Guru Angad

  4. ((d))

    Guru Ram Das

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

Guru Angad

  • The Gurmukhi Script was created in the 16th century CE by 2nd Sikh Guru, Guru Angad (1539-1552).
  • He was the second guru after the death of Guru Nanak (1469-1539).
  • It was in this script the Sikh religious book, Guru Granth Sahib or Adi Granth was written.
S.NOSikh GuruWorks
Guru Nanak (1469-1539)Founder of Sikhism and Introduced the concept of Langers (Common Kitchen).
Guru Angad (1539-1552)He introduced the Gurmukhi Script.
Guru Amardas Singh (1552-1574)He introduced Anand Kharj-Marriage ceremony of Sikhs and famous for appointing Manji (male Sikh preacher) and Piri (Female Sikh preacher) for preaching religion.
Guru Ram Das (1574-1581)He founded the City of Amritsar.
Guru Arjan Dev (1581-1606)He laid the foundation of Golden temple and he also compiled Guru Granth Sahib and he was executed by Jahangir.
Guru Hargobind Singh (1606-1644)He constructed the Akal Takht or the Throne of Immortal.
Guru Har Rai (1644-1661)He gave shelter to Dara Shikoh son of Shah Jahan from Aurangzeb (1618-1707).
Guru Har Krishan (1661-1665)He was the Youngest of all (5 years of age) and died in the court of Aurangzeb (1618-1707).
Guru Teg Bahadur (1665-1675)He established the town of Anandapur and he was executed by Aurangzeb (1618-1707).
Guru Gobind Singh (1675-1708)He created Khalsa and last guru in human form.
Guru Granth SahibIt is the holy book of Sikhs nominated by Guru Gobind Singh as their Guru. It is also called Adi Granth.
85

Manas Tiger Reserve is located in which Indian state?

  1. ((a))

    Maharashtra

  2. ((b))

    Rajasthan

  3. ((c))

    Karnataka

  4. ((d))

    Assam

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

Assam

  • Manas Tiger Reserve is located in the state Assam.
  • Manas National Park or Manas Wildlife Sanctuary is a national park, UNESCO Natural World Heritage site, a Project Tiger reserve, an elephant reserve and a biosphere reserve in Assam.
  • It was established in the year 1973 under Project Tiger.
  • It was accorded the status as UNESCO Natural World Heritage site in the year 1985.
86

Shot-putter ______ won a gold medal in the men's shot put event at the 2018 Jakarta-Palembang Asian Games held in Indonesia.

  1. ((a))

    Inderjit Singh

  2. ((b))

    Tejinder Pal Singh Toor

  3. ((c))

    Om Prakash Singh

  4. ((d))

    Bahadur Singh Sagoo

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

Tejinder Pal Singh Toor

  • Tejinder Pal Singh Toor won a gold medal in the men's shot put event at the 2018 Jakarta-Palembang Asian Games held in Indonesia.
  • He won the India's first medal in athletics event in 2018 edition of Asian games.
  • 18th edition of Asian Games was held in the Twin cities, Jakarta & Palembang in Indonesia.
  • India won a total of 15 gold, 24 Silver and 30 Bronze in 2018 Asian Games.
87

The states of ______ celebrated their 47th Statehood Day on 21st January 2019.

  1. ((a))

    Uttarakhand, Manipur and Telangana

  2. ((b))

    Chhattisgarh, Telangana and Tripura

  3. ((c))

    Tripura, Assam and Telangana

  4. ((d))

    Tripura, Manipur and Meghalaya

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

Tripura, Manipur and Meghalaya

The correct answer is Tripura, Manipur and Meghalaya.

Key Points

  • The states of Tripura, Manipur and Meghalaya celebrated their 47th statehood Day on 21st January 2019.
  • Under the North-Eastern Areas (Re-organisation) Act,1971, Tripura, Manipur and Meghalaya attained statehood on January 21, 1972.

Additional Information

  • The Chief Minister of Tripura Manik Saha.
  • The Chief Minister of Meghalaya is Conrad Kongkal Sangma.
  • The Chief Minister of Manipur is Nongthombam Biren Singh.
88

The ________ is a Jain text containing the biographies of the Jain Tirthankaras, most notably Parshvanath and Mahavira.

  1. ((a))

    Uttaradhyayana

  2. ((b))

    Adi Purana

  3. ((c))

    Kalpa Sutra

  4. ((d))

    Mahapurana

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

Kalpa Sutra

  • The Kalpa Sutra is the Jain text containing the biographies of the Jain Tirthankaras, most notably Parshvanath and Mahavira.
  • Kalpa Sutra was written by Bhadrabahu who was in the court of Chandragupta Maurya.
  • The first Tirthankara of Jainism was Rishabhdev and he is also known as Rishabhanatha and Adinatha.
  • Lord Mahavir  was the 24th Tirthankara of Jainism and regarded as the true founder of Jainism.
  • Parshvanath was the 23rd Tirthankaras of Jainism.
89

________ became India's first judo medallist at the Youth Olympics Games held in Argentina in 2018.

  1. ((a))

    Garima Chaudhary

  2. ((b))

    Rajwinder Kaur

  3. ((c))

    Kalpana Devi

  4. ((d))

    Thangjam Tababi Devi

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

Thangjam Tababi Devi

  • Thangjam Tababi Devi became India's first Judo medallist at the Youth Olympic Games held in Buenos Aries, Argentina in 2018.
  • She won a silver medal after losing to Venezuela's Maria Giminez in the finals of the women's 44 kg event.
  • She belongs to Manipur state.
  • India won a total of 13 medals in Youth Olympic Games with 3 being Gold, 9 Silver and 1 Bronze.
90

Which Schedule of the Indian Constitution deals with the disqualification of elected members on the ground of defection?

  1. ((a))

    Tenth

  2. ((b))

    Ninth

  3. ((c))

    Eleventh

  4. ((d))

    Twelfth

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Tenth

  • The Tenth Schedule of the Indian Constitution deals with the disqualification of elected members on the ground of defection.
  • Anti-defection law was added to Indian Consitution through the 52nd Amendment in 1985 and placed it in the Tenth Schedule.

There are a total of 12 Schedules in the Indian Constitution.

SchedulesContents
First ScheduleList of States & Union Territories
Second ScheduleSalary of President, Governors, Chief Judges, Judges of High Court and Supreme Court, Comptroller and Auditor General.
Third ScheduleForms of Oaths and affirmations
Fourth ScheduleAllocate seats for each state of India in Rajya Sabha
Fifth ScheduleAdministration and control of scheduled areas and tribes.
Sixth ScheduleProvisions for the administration of Tribal Area in Assam, Meghalaya, Tripura and Mizoram
Seventh ScheduleGives allocation of powers and functions between Union & States. It contains 3 lists  Union List, States, Concurrent List
Eighth ScheduleList of 22 languages of India recognized by Constitution
Ninth ScheduleContains acts & orders related to land tenure, land tax, railways, and industries.
Tenth ScheduleContains provisions of disqualification of grounds of defection.
Eleventh ScheduleContains provisions of Panchayati Raj.
Twelfth ScheduleContains provisions of Municipal Corporation.
91

________ was awarded the International Gandhi Peace Award (2016) for its contribution towards the improvement of sanitation facilities in India and the emancipation of manual scavengers.

  1. ((a))

    Akshaya Patra Foundation

  2. ((b))

    Vivekananda Kendra

  3. ((c))

    Sulabh International

  4. ((d))

    Ekal Abhiyan Trust

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

Sulabh International

  • Sulabh International was awarded the International Gandhi Peace Prize (2016) for its contribution in improving the condition of sanitation in India and emancipation of manual scavengers.
  • Sulabh International was founded by Bindeshwar Pathak in the year 1970.
  • For the same year i.e. 2016, Akshaya Patra Foundation was also given the same award for its contribution in providing mid-day meals to millions of children across India.

Additional Information:

  • This award was given to Vivekananda Kendra, Kanyakumari for the year 2015 for their contribution in Rural Development, Education and EkalAbhiyan Trust for the year 2017 for their contribution in providing Education for Rural and Tribal Children, Rural Empowerment, Gender and Social Equality.
  • For the year 2018, this award was given to Shri YoheiSasakawa for his contribution to Leprosy Eradication in India and across the world.
  • The International Gandhi Peace Prize is an annual award was instituted by the Government of India in 1995.
  • The award has a Citation in a scroll, a plaque and an exquisite traditional handicraft/handloom item along with Rs 1Crore prize money.
92

Who started the Asiatic Society of Bengal in 1784?

  1. ((a))

    William Jones

  2. ((b))

    William Wordsworth

  3. ((c))

    William Adam

  4. ((d))

    William Carey

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

William Jones

  • Sir William Jones started the Asiatic Society of Bengal on January 15, 1784.
  • The Asiatic Society of Bengal is located in Kolkata.
  • It was established to encourage Europeans to study about Orientals (the word meant Asia.)

Additional Information:

  • William Adam was a Scottish missionary and he prepared a report on reforming the local education in Bengal and Bihar around1830s.
  • William Carey established the Serampore college in 1818.
  • William Woodsworth was a famous English Poet.
93

In which year did Independent India win its first Olympic gold medal?

  1. ((a))

    2008

  2. ((b))

    1960

  3. ((c))

    1972

  4. ((d))

    1948

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

1948

  • In the year 1948, Independent India won its first Olympic Gold Medal by defeating Britain in the 1948 London Olympics.
  • India won its first medal in Field Hockey.
  • India won first-ever Olympic medal in the 1928 Amsterdam Olympics in hockey when India was a part of British India.
  • India won the Gold medal by defeating the Netherlands in the final match.
  • Abhinav Bindra won a Gold medal in the Men's 10-metre air rifle event at the 2008 Beijing Olympic, becoming the first Indian to win an individual Gold medal.
94

Karma is a dance form from which of the following states?

  1. ((a))

    Maharashtra

  2. ((b))

    Gujarat

  3. ((c))

    Jharkhand

  4. ((d))

    Rajasthan

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

Jharkhand

  • Karma is a dance form from the State of Jharkhand.
  • It is associated with Karma Festival and it is performed during the month of August.
  • This festival is about planting Trees and chiefly performed by Gonds and Baigas Tribes.
  • Musical Instruments used in this dance form are Jhumki, Thumki, Chhallu and Payri.
  • The other major dance forms of Jharkhand are Santhal, Chhau and Paika.
95

Banabhatta was the court poet of which of the following Indian Kings?

  1. ((a))

    Yasovarman

  2. ((b))

    Pulkesin II

  3. ((c))

    Harshavardhana

  4. ((d))

    Chandra gupta II

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

Harshavardhana

The correct answer is option 3, i.e. Harshavardhana.

  • Banabhatta was the court poet of King Harshavardhana of Vardhana dynasty.
  • Banabhatta has written the biography of ‘Harshavaradhana’ and called it ‘Harshacharita’.
  • Harshcharita was the first historical biography in the Sanskrit language.
  • Harshcharita is written in the poetic prose which narrates the biography of the emperor Harshavaradhna in eight chapters.
KingsDynasty
Pulkesin IIChalukya dynasty of Vatapi
Chandra Gupta IIGupta Empire
96

In November 2018, _________ electronics company CASIO launched the world's first Goods and Services Tax (GST) calculator in India.

  1. ((a))

    US

  2. ((b))

    UK

  3. ((c))

    Chinese

  4. ((d))

    Japanese

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

Japanese

  • In November 2018, Japanese Electronics Company CASIO launched the world's first Goods and Services Tax (GST) calculator in India.
  • CASIO released two calculators namely: MJ-120 GST and MJ-12GST to help its customers to calculate GST.
  • The GST (Goods and Service Tax) was implemented on 1st July 2017 across the country.
  • It is Single Indirect tax to be levied on the manufacture, consumption, and sale of the goods and services in the whole country.
  • It was established by the 101st Amendment in the constitution of India.
97

The Drishyakala-Exhibition held at the Red Fort showeased art works from ________ till India's independence.

  1. ((a))

    11th century

  2. ((b))

    16th century

  3. ((c))

    12th century

  4. ((d))

    10th century

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

16th century

  • The Drishyakala Exhibition held at the Red Fort showcased art works from 16th century till India's independence.
  • It was organised by The Archaeological Survey of India (ASI) in collaboration with Delhi Art Gallery.
  • It show cased the art work on India done by both Europeans Artists and Indian Artists.
98

Which of the following articles of the India Constitution deals with the Uniform Civil Code?

  1. ((a))

    Article 44

  2. ((b))

    Article 46

  3. ((c))

    Article 43

  4. ((d))

    Article 45

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Article 44

  • Article 44 of the Indian Constitution deals with the Uniform Civil Code.
  • It is part of Directive Principles of Indian Constitution which in turn are inspired by the constitution of Ireland.
  • The Directive Principles of the Indian Constitution deals contains Articles from 36-51.
ArticlesDeals with
Article 43It deals with the Living wage for workers
Article 46Promotion of educational and economic interests of Scheduled tribes & Caste etc.
Article 45The State shall endeavour to provide early childhood care and education for all children until they complete the age of six years.
(Amended Text as per the 86th Amendment of December 2002, but yet to be brought into force)
99

The hypothalamus, a small region of the _______ plays a crucial role in many important functions of the human body.

  1. ((a))

    liver

  2. ((b))

    kidney

  3. ((c))

    brain

  4. ((d))

    stomach

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

brain

  • The Hypothalamus is a part of Brain that plays a crucial role in many important functions of the Human Body.
  • The hypothalamus is located below the thalamus in the brain.
  • The hormones from the hypothalamus govern physiological functions such as temperature regulation, thirst, hunger, sleep, mood, and the release of other hormones within the body.
Body partContains/ Releases
LiverIt secretes bile juice which is useful for emulsification of fat.
KidneyIt contains Adrenal Gland which secretes Adrenaline and Cortisol.
StomachIt secretes digestive juices like HCL, Pepsin, rennin.
100

The power of a lens is measured in ________.

  1. ((a))

    Kelvin

  2. ((b))

    Candela

  3. ((c))

    Ampere

  4. ((d))

    Diopter

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

Diopter

The Power of lens is measured in Dipoter.

Concept:

  • Diopter is the SI unit of Power of Lens and Diopter is denoted as D.
  • Power of lens is the ability of the lens to converge the rays of light falling on it.
  • The power of a lens is the reciprocal of its focal length in meters.
  • Power;=;1f;Power; = ;\frac{1}{{f}}; ,

Here,

f is the focal length.

Explanation:

From the above explanation, we can see that the power of the lens is measured in Diopter

Whereas for other quantities the SI unit is given as follow

UnitQuantity
KelvinTemperature
CandelaLuminous Intensity
AmpereCurrent

Quantitative Aptitude (50 questions)

101

16 persons working 6 hours a day can complete a work in 10 days. In how many days 24 persons working 8 hours a day will complete 80% of that work?

  1. ((a))

    8

  2. ((b))

    4

  3. ((c))

    3

  4. ((d))

    6

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

4

As we know, Total work = Total work, so

M1 × T1 × D­1 = M2 × T2 × D2

Given, M1 = 16 person, T1 = 6 hrs, D1 = 10 days, Let W1 = 100%, M2 = 24 person, T2 = 8 hrs, W2 = 80% and D2 = ?

(M1 × D1 × T1)/W1 = (M2 × T2 × D2)/W2

(16 × 10 × 6)/100% = (24 × 8 × D2)/80%

D2 = 4 days.

102

In the given bar graph, what is the average number of girls from all schools?

  1. ((a))

    575

  2. ((b))

    595

  3. ((c))

    590

  4. ((d))

    580

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

590

Total number of girls of all schools = 500 + 550 + 650 + 600 + 650 = 2950

Average number of girls = 2950/5 = 590

103

The value of sin⁡260∘+cos⁡230∘−sec⁡35∘.sin⁡55∘sec⁡60∘+cosec;30∘\frac{{{{\sin }^2}60^\circ + {{\cos }^2}30^\circ - \sec 35^\circ .\sin 55^\circ }}{{\sec 60^\circ + cosec;30^\circ }}

  1. ((a))

    1/2

  2. ((b))

    1/4

  3. ((c))

    1/8

  4. ((d))

    1/3

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

1/8

sin⁡260∘+cos⁡230∘−sec⁡35∘.sin⁡55∘sec⁡60∘+cosec;30∘\frac{{{{\sin }^2}60^\circ + {{\cos }^2}30^\circ - \sec 35^\circ .\sin 55^\circ }}{{\sec 60^\circ + {\rm{cosec;}}30^\circ }}

(32)2+(32)2−sec⁡35∘.cos⁡(90∘−55∘)2+2\frac{{{{\left( {\frac{{\sqrt 3 }}{2}} \right)}^2} + {{\left( {\frac{{\sqrt 3 }}{2}} \right)}^2} - \sec 35^\circ .\cos \left( {90^\circ - 55^\circ } \right)}}{{2 + 2}}

34+34−sec35;cos354\frac{{\frac{3}{4} + \frac{3}{4} - {\rm{sec}}35{\rm{;cos}}35}}{4}

As we know, sec θ cos θ = 1

64−14=32−14=124=18\frac{{\frac{6}{4} - 1}}{4} = \frac{{\frac{3}{2} - 1}}{4} = \frac{{\frac{1}{2}}}{4} = \frac{1}{8}

104

63.5×63.5×63.5+36.5×36.5×36.56.35×6.35+3.65×3.65−6.35×3.65\frac{{63.5 \times 63.5 \times 63.5 + 36.5 \times 36.5 \times 36.5}}{{6.35 \times 6.35 + 3.65 \times 3.65 - 6.35 \times 3.65}} is equal to∶

  1. ((a))

    100

  2. ((b))

    1,000

  3. ((c))

    1,00,000

  4. ((d))

    10,000

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

10,000

⇒ (a3 + b3) = (a + b) (a2 + b2 - ab)

63.5×63.5×63.5+36.5×36.5×36.56.35×6.35+3.65×3.65−6.35×3.65\frac{{63.5 \times 63.5 \times 63.5 + 36.5 \times 36.5 \times 36.5}}{{6.35 \times 6.35 + 3.65 \times 3.65 - 6.35 \times 3.65}}

(63.5×63.5×63.5+36.5×36.5×36.5)×100(63.5×63.5+36.5×36.5−63.5×36.5)\frac{{\left( {63.5 \times 63.5 \times 63.5 + 36.5 \times 36.5 \times 36.5} \right) \times 100}}{{\left( {63.5 \times 63.5 + 36.5 \times 36.5 - 63.5 \times 36.5} \right)}}

Suppose a = 63.5 and b = 36.5, then

[(a3 + b3) × 100] / (a2 + b2 - ab)

[(a + b) (a2 + b2 - ab) × 100] / (a2 + b2 - ab)

(a + b) × 100

(63.5 + 36.5) × 100

⇒ 10000

105

The length of shadow of a vertical pole on the ground is 24 m. If the angle of elevation of the sun at that time is θ. Such that sin θ = 5/13, then what is the height of the pole?

  1. ((a))

    8 m

  2. ((b))

    10 m

  3. ((c))

    18 m

  4. ((d))

    12 m

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

10 m

sin θ = 5/13

As we know,

sin θ = Opposite angle of θ/Hypotenuse = BC/AC = 5/13

Using Pythagoras theorem

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

(AC)2 = (BC)2 + (AB)2

132 = 52 + (AB)2

169 = 25 + (AB)2

(AB)2 = 169 - 25 = 144

AB = √144 = 12 unit

AB (12 unit) = 24 m

1 unit = 2 m

Height of the pole is BC = 5 unit

5 unit = 2 × 5 = 10 m

106

What is the ratio of mean proportional between 3.6 and 12.1 and the third proportional between 2 and 11?

  1. ((a))

    11 ∶ 36

  2. ((b))

    36 ∶ 5

  3. ((c))

    6 ∶ 55

  4. ((d))

    6 ∶ 5

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

6 ∶ 55

Let the Mean proportional between 3.6 and 12.1 be x

From the definition of mean proportion

3.6 ∶ x ∶∶ x ∶ 12.1

3.6/x = x/12.1

x2 = 3.6 × 12.1

x = √(3.6 × 12.1) = √(36 × 121)/100 = (6 × 11)/10

Let the third proportional of 2 and 11 be y, then definition of third proportion

2 ∶ 11 ∶∶ 11 ∶ y

2/11 = 11/y

y = (11 × 11)/2 = 121/2

Required ratio = (6 × 11)/10 ∶ 121/2 = 6 ∶ 55

107

In an examination, 47% passed in science and 51% failed in mathematics. In mathematics, if 42% failed in both subjects, what percentage passed in both subjects?

  1. ((a))

    40%

  2. ((b))

    36%

  3. ((c))

    38%

  4. ((d))

    42%

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

38%

Given:

47% passed in science and 51% failed in mathematics.

42% failed in both subjects.

Concept:

We will be using the concept of venn diagram.

Diagram:

Solution:

Percentage of passed students in science = 47%

Percentage of failed students in science = 100% - 47% = 53%

Percentage of failed students in mathematics = 51%

Percentage of failed students in science and mathematics both subject = 42%

From the figure

Total percentage of failed students = 11% + 42% + 9% = 62%

Percentage of passed students = 100% - 62% = 38%

∴ Percentage of students passed in both subjects is 38%.

108

The value of \(6\frac{1}{5} - \left[ {4\frac{1}{2} - \left{ {\frac{5}{6} - \left( {\frac{3}{5} + \frac{3}{{10}} - \frac{7}{{15}}} \right)} \right}} \right]\) is∶

  1. ((a))

    2.5

  2. ((b))

    1.8

  3. ((c))

    2.8

  4. ((d))

    2.1

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

2.1

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.

\(6\frac{1}{5} - \left[ {4\frac{1}{2} - \left{ {\frac{5}{6} - \left( {\frac{3}{5} + \frac{3}{{10}} - \frac{7}{{15}}} \right)} \right}} \right]\)

\(\Rightarrow \frac{{31}}{5} - \left[ {\frac{9}{2} - \left{ {\frac{5}{6} - \left( {\frac{{18 + 9 - 14}}{{30}}} \right)} \right}} \right]\)

\(\Rightarrow \frac{{31}}{5} - \left[ {\frac{9}{2} - \left{ {\frac{5}{6} - \frac{{13}}{{30}}} \right}} \right]\)

\(\Rightarrow \frac{{31}}{5} - \left[ {\frac{9}{2} - \left{ {\frac{{25 - 13}}{{30}}} \right}} \right]\)

⇒315−[92−1230]\Rightarrow \frac{{31}}{5} - \left[ {\frac{9}{2} - \frac{{12}}{{30}}} \right]

⇒ [31/5] - [(135 - 12)/30]

⇒ 31/5 - 123/30

⇒ 31/5 - 41/10

⇒ (62 - 41)/10

⇒ 21/10 = 2.1

109

The radius of a cylinder is increased by 60% and height of cylinder decreased by 20%. What is percentage increase in its’s volume?

  1. ((a))

    105.2% 

  2. ((b))

    105.6%

  3. ((c))

    105.8%

  4. ((d))

    104.8%

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

104.8%

Let the radius and height of cylinder be r and h cm respectively.

Volume of cylinder = π r2h

If radius increased by 60%

New radius of cylinder = r × [160/100] = 1.6r

If height decreased by 20%, then

New height of the cylinder = h × (80/100) = 0.8h

New volume of the cylinder = π × (1.6r)2 × 0.8h = 2.048 × π r2h

Volume increased by = 2.048 × πr2h - πr2h = 1.048 πr2h

Volume increased in percentage by = [(1.048 πr2h)/πr2h] × 100 = 104.8%

Short Trick

60% + 60% + [(60% × 60%)/100] = 120% + 36% = 156%

156% - 20% - [(156% × 20%)/100] = 136% - 31.20% = 104.8%

110

If the seven digit number 3x6349y is divisible by 88, then what will be the value of (2x + 3y)?

  1. ((a))

    32

  2. ((b))

    30

  3. ((c))

    35

  4. ((d))

    28

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

32

Divisibility law of 8 ⇒ A number divisible by 8 if its last three digit is divisible by 8                   

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).

⇒ 7 digit number 3x6349y is divisible by 88 means number divisible by 8 and 11 both.

⇒ Last three digit 49y should be divisible by 8 then we put y = 0, 1, 2, 3…… When we put y = 6 then number become 496 which is divisible by 8.

⇒ 3x63496 should be divisible by 11, then the divisibility rule by 11

⇒ 3 - x + 6 - 3 + 4 - 9 + 6 = 0

⇒ x = 7

⇒ (2x + 3y)

⇒ (2 × 7 + 3 × 6)

⇒ 14 + 18

⇒ 32

111

In the given bar graph, what is the ratio of the total boys and girls in all schools?

  1. ((a))

    59 ∶ 66

  2. ((b))

    65 ∶ 63

  3. ((c))

    65 ∶ 58

  4. ((d))

    66 ∶ 59

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

66 ∶ 59

Total number of boys of all schools = 600 + 450 + 750 + 700 + 800 = 3300

Total number of girls of all schools = 500 + 550 + 650 + 600 + 650 = 2950

Ratio of total boys to total girls in all schools = 3300 ∶ 2950 = 66 ∶ 59

112

In the given histogram, what is the mean speed of cars (in km/h) to nearest whole number?

  1. ((a))

    70

  2. ((b))

    72

  3. ((c))

    71

  4. ((d))

    69

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

69

DFD × F
40 - 50(40 + 50)/2 = 45502250
50 - 60(50 + 60)/ 2 = 55703850
60 - 70(60 + 70)/2 = 65855525
70 - 80(70 + 80)/2 = 75906750
80 - 90(80 + 90)/2 = 85605100
90 - 100(90 + 100)/2 = 95454275
Total = 40027750

 

Mean Speed of car = 27750/400 = 69.375

113

If x + 1/x = 7, then x3 + 1/x3 is equal to∶

  1. ((a))

    322

  2. ((b))

    365

  3. ((c))

    343

  4. ((d))

    364

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

322

As we know,

If x + 1/x = a, then, x3 + 1/x3 = a3 - 3a

x + 1/x = 7

x3 + 1/x3 = 73 - 3 × 7 = 343 - 21 = 322

114

In ΔABC, ∠A = 70°. AB and AC are produced to points D and E respectively. If the bisectors of ∠CBD and ∠BCE meet at the point O, then ∠BOC is equal to∶

  1. ((a))

    95° 

  2. ((b))

    105°

  3. ((c))

    70° 

  4. ((d))

    55° 

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

55° 

If the outer bisectors of the angle B and angle C meet at a point O outer side of the triangle, then

∠BOC = 90° - ∠A/2 = 90° - 70°/2 = 55°

115

A sum of Rs. 10,000 is invested for 17 months at 8% per annum compounded half yearly. What is the percentage gain at the end of 17 month, nearest to one decimal place?

  1. ((a))

    12.2%

  2. ((b))

    12.0%

  3. ((c))

    11.8%

  4. ((d))

    12.4%

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

11.8%

Rate = 8% per annum

⇒ Rate for 6 months = 8%/2 = 4%

⇒ Rate for 5 months = (8/12) × 5 = (10/3) %

Short Trick

Percentage gain at the end of 12 month = 4% + 4% + (4% × 4%)/100 = 8% + 0.16% = 8.16%

Percentage gain at the end of 17 month = 8.16% + (10/3)% + [8.16% × (10/3)%]/100 = 8.16% + 3.33% + 0.272% = 11.762% = 11.8% (approx)

116

A shopkeeper sold two articles for Rs. 9,879 each. On one, he gained 11% and on the other, he lost 11%. What is the overall percentage gain or loss?

  1. ((a))

    1.25% gain

  2. ((b))

    1.21% gain

  3. ((c))

    1.21% loss

  4. ((d))

    1.25% loss

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

1.21% loss

SP of each article = Rs. 9879

CP of first article = 9879 × [100/111] = 8900

CP of second article = 9879 × [100/89] = 11100

Total SP of both article = 9879 × 2 = 19,758

Total CP of both article = 8900 + 11100 = 20,000

Total loss = 20000 - 19758 = 242

Required loss percentage = (242/20000) × 100 = 1.21%

Short Trick∶

If gained and loss percentage is same, then

Required loss percentage = 112/100 = 1.21%

117

If a train runs with the speed of 52 km/h, it reaches its destination late by 15 minutes. However. If its speed is 65 km/h, it is late by 5 minutes only. The right time for the train to cover its journey is∶

  1. ((a))

    45 minutes

  2. ((b))

    40 minutes

  3. ((c))

    35 minutes

  4. ((d))

    30 minutes

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

35 minutes

Let the right time for the train to cover its journey (in minutes) be x min,

As we know,

Distance = Speed × Time

Distance is same, then

According to the question

52 × (x + 15)/60 = 65 × (x + 5)/60

⇒ 4 (x + 15) = 5 (x + 5)

⇒ x = 35 min

118

Pipes A and B can fill a tank in 16 hours and 24 hours respectively whereas pipe C can empty the full tank in 40 hours. All three pipes are opened together, but pipe A is closed after 8 hours. After how many hours, the remaining part of tank will be filled?

  1. ((a))

    26

  2. ((b))

    22

  3. ((c))

    30

  4. ((d))

    28

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

22

Pipe A can alone fill the tank in = 16 hrs

Pipe B alone can fill the tank in = 24 hrs

Pipe C alone can empty the tank in = 40 hrs

Let B and C together fill the remaining tank in x hrs

According to the question

⇒816+(8+x)24−(8+x)40=1\Rightarrow \frac{8}{{16}} + \frac{{\left( {8 + {\rm{x}}} \right)}}{{24}} - \frac{{\left( {8 + {\rm{x}}} \right)}}{{40}} = 1

⇒ (1/2) + [5(8 + x) - 3(8 + x)]/120 = 1

⇒ (40 + 5x - 24 - 3x)/120 = 1 - 1/2

⇒ (2x + 16)/120 = 1/2

⇒ 2x + 16 = 120/2 = 60

⇒ 2x = 60 - 16 = 44 hrs

⇒ x = 44/2 = 22 hrs

119

Two pipes A and B can fill a tank in 16 hours and 20 hours respectively. They are opened alternatively for 1 hour each. Starting with pipe A first. In how many hours with the empty tank be filled?

  1. ((a))

    171517\frac{1}{5}

  2. ((b))

    173417\frac{3}{4}

  3. ((c))

    173517\frac{3}{5}

  4. ((d))

    1711417\frac{1}{{14}}

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

173417\frac{3}{4}

Shortcut Trick

Total work (LCM of 16, 20) = 80 units.

Efficiency: A = 5, B = 4. 2-hour cycle (A+B) = 9 units.

8 cycles (16 hours) = 9 × 8 = 72 units. Remaining = 80 − 72 = 8 units.

17th hour (Pipe A) fills 5 units. Remaining = 3 units.

Time for B to finish = 3 ÷ 4 = 3/4 hours. Total time = 17 + 3/4 = 17(3/4) hours.

∴ The correct answer is 17(3/4) hours.

Alternate Method

PersonDaysTotal WorkEfficiency
Pipe A16 hours80 units5
Pipe B20 hours4

Calculation:

⇒ Total capacity of tank = LCM(16, 20) = 80 units.

⇒ Work done in 1st hour (A) = 5 units.

⇒ Work done in 2nd hour (B) = 4 units.

⇒ Work done in 1 cycle (2 hours) = 5 + 4 = 9 units.

⇒ In 8 cycles (16 hours), work done = 9 × 8 = 72 units.

⇒ Remaining work = 80 − 72 = 8 units.

⇒ On 17th hour, Pipe A works and fills 5 units.

⇒ Remaining work after 17 hours = 8 − 5 = 3 units.

⇒ Now it is Pipe B's turn. Time taken by B = 3/4 hours.

⇒ Total time = 17 + 3/4 = 17(3/4) hours.

∴ The correct answer is 17(3/4) hours.

Additional Information

Alternate Work Principle

When pipes work alternatively, calculate the work done in one complete cycle (sum of individual efficiencies) and multiply to reach near the total work.

Pipes & Cisterns Efficiency

Efficiency is inversely proportional to time taken. Total Work = Efficiency × Time. For inlet pipes, efficiency is positive; for outlet pipes, it is negative.

120

In the given pie-chart, what is the central angle of the sector representing the number of employees in the department D?

  1. ((a))

    29.8°

  2. ((b))

    28.8° 

  3. ((c))

    29.2° 

  4. ((d))

    29.6° 

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

28.8° 

As we know,

100% represents = 360°

employees in the department = 8%

8% will represent = 360°/100 × 8 = 28.8°

121

If the income of A is 24% less than income of B, then what percentage is B’s income is more than that of A?

  1. ((a))

    60017\frac{{600}}{{17}}%

  2. ((b))

    60029\frac{{600}}{{29}}%

  3. ((c))

    60019\frac{{600}}{{19}}%

  4. ((d))

    60031\frac{{600}}{{31}}%

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

60019\frac{{600}}{{19}}%

Let the income of B be 100x

Income of A = 100x × (76/100) = 76x

Income of B more than the income of A by = 100x - 76x = 24x

Required percentage = (24x/76x) × 100 = 600/19%

122

If (x - 3)3 + (2x - 5)3 + (x - 4)3 = (3x - 9) (2x - 5) (x - 4), then what is the value of x?

  1. ((a))

    5

  2. ((b))

    4

  3. ((c))

    2

  4. ((d))

    3

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

3

As we know,

If x3 + y3 + z3 - 3xyz = 0, then x + y + z = 0

⇒ (x - 3)3 + (2x - 5)3 + (x - 4)3 = (3x - 9) (2x - 5) (x - 4)

⇒ (x - 3)3 + (2x - 5)3 + (x - 4)3 - 3(x - 3) (2x - 5) (x - 4) = 0

⇒ (x - 3) + (2x - 5) + (x - 4) = 0

⇒ 4x - 12 = 0

⇒ 4x = 12

⇒ x = 12/4 = 3

123

In the given bar graph, in which college, the percentage of boys is the highest?

  1. ((a))

    E

  2. ((b))

    C

  3. ((c))

    D

  4. ((d))

    A

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

E

Number of boys of college A = 600

Total number of boys of college A = 600 + 500 = 1100

Percentage of boys of college A = [600/1100] × 100 = 54.54%

Number of boys of college B = 450

Total number of boys of college B = 450 + 550 = 1000

Percentage of boys of college B = [450/1000] × 100 = 45%

Number of boys of college C = 750

Total number of boys of college C = 750 + 650 = 1400

Percentage of boys of college C = [750/1400] × 100 = 53.57%

Number of boys of college D = 700

Total number of boys of college D = 700 + 600 = 1300

Percentage of boys of college D = [700/1300] × 100 = 53.84%

Number of boys of college E = 800

Total number of boys of college E = 800 + 650 = 1450

Percentage of boys of college E = [800/1450] × 100 = 55.17%

Hence, the percentage of the boys of college E is the highest.

124

In the given pie-chart, what is the number of employees working in department A?

  1. ((a))

    85

  2. ((b))

    90

  3. ((c))

    80

  4. ((d))

    960

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

90

Total number of employees = 450

Number of employees who working in department A = 450 × (20/100) = 90

125

A sum of Rs. 10,200 is invested partly at 8% per annum and remaining at 6% per annum for 3 years at simple interest. If the total interest is Rs. 2,124, how much money was invested at 6% per annum?

  1. ((a))

    Rs. 5,400

  2. ((b))

    Rs. 5,200

  3. ((c))

    Rs. 4,900

  4. ((d))

    Rs. 4,800

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Rs. 5,400

Given:

Total sum, A = Rs 10,200

Rate , R1 = 8% pa

Rate R2 = 6% pa

Time, T = 3 years

Total interest obtained = Rs 2,124

Concept used:

Simple interest, SI = PRT/100

Amount, A = Principal, P + SI

Calculation:

Let the Rs. x invested at 6% per annum.

Money invested at 8% per annum = Rs. (10,200 - x)

Simple interest in 3 years = Rs. 2,124

Simple interest in 1 years = 2,124/3 = Rs. 708

According to the question

x × 6/100 + (10,200 - x) × 8/100 = 708

6x + 81600 - 8x = 708 × 100

8x - 6x = 81600 - 70800 = 10,800

x = 5400

∴ Amount invested at 6% pa is Rs 5400.

126

The square root which of the following is a rational number?

  1. ((a))

    72905.2

  2. ((b))

    67508.5

  3. ((c))

    5535.36

  4. ((d))

    3152.88

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

5535.36

Hence, Square root of 5535.36 is a rational number.

Important Points The unit digit of a perfect square can not 2 and 8. Hence, option 1 and 4 are automatically eliminated. Now, we need to check only on option number 2 and 3.

127

What is the sum of digits of the least number, which when divided by 15, 18 and 42 leaves the same remainder 8 in each case and is also divisible by 13?

  1. ((a))

    24

  2. ((b))

    26

  3. ((c))

    22

  4. ((d))

    25

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

26

L.C.M = 2 × 3 × 3 × 5 × 7 = 630

First of all find the LCM of 15, 18 and 42 and as it leaves remainder of 8, then the number is LCM + 8.

15 = 3 × 5

18 = 2 × 3 × 3

42 = 2 × 3 × 7

LCM = 2 × 3 × 3 × 5 × 7

LCM = 630

The number can be 630 + 8 = 638

But the condition is, the number should also be completely divisible by 13

Let multiply in 630 by x, so number become (630x + 8). So, this number should be divisible by 13, so we find out the value of x

According to the question

(630x + 8) ÷ 13

630x/13 + 8/13

(48x × 13 + 6x)/13 + 8/13

(48x × 13)/13 + (6x + 8)/13

(6x + 8) divisible by 13 so, we put x = 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7… so that number become divisible by 13.

When we put x = 3, then number become (6 × 3 + 8) = 26 which is divisible by 13, so x = 3

630x + 8

630 × 3 + 8

1890 + 8

1898

Sum the digit of the number 1898 is = 1 + 8 + 9 + 8 = 26

128

The efficiencies of A, B and C are in the ratio 5 : 6 : 8 working together, they can complete a piece of work in 120 hours. In how many hours will, B alone be able be to complete 40% of that work?

  1. ((a))

    167.2

  2. ((b))

    182.4

  3. ((c))

    114

  4. ((d))

    152

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

152

The efficiencies ratios of A, B and C = 5 ∶ 6 ∶ 8

Total work = (5 + 6 + 8) × 120 = 19 × 120 = 2280

40% of the total work = 2280 × 40/100 = 912

B alone can complete the 40% of the total work = 912/6 = 152 days.

129

If a3 - b3 = 3552 and (a - b) = 6, then (a + b)2 - ab is equal to∶

  1. ((a))

    568

  2. ((b))

    636

  3. ((c))

    592

  4. ((d))

    618

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

592

As we know,

a3 - b3 = (a - b) (a2 + b2 + ab)

a3 - b3 = (a - b) (a2 + b2 - 2ab + ab + 2ab)

a3 - b3 = (a - b) [(a + b)2 - ab]

Given, a3 - b3 = 3552 and a - b = 6, then

3552 = 6 [(a + b)2 - ab]

[(a + b)2 - ab] = 3552/6 = 592

130

If sec 2x = cosec(3x - 45°), then x is equal to∶

  1. ((a))

    35°

  2. ((b))

    27°

  3. ((c))

    40° 

  4. ((d))

    45°

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

27°

⇒ sec 2x = cosec (3x - 45°)

⇒ sec 2x = sec [90° - (3x - 45°)]

As we know, sec (90° - x) = cosec x

⇒ 2x = 90° - 3x + 45°

⇒ 3x + 2x = 135°

⇒ 5x = 135°

x = 135°/5 = 27°

131

From the top of a 120 m high tower, the angle of depression of the top of a pole 45° and the angle of depression of the foot of the pole is θ, such that tan θ = 3/2, what is the height of the pole?

  1. ((a))

    80 m

  2. ((b))

    75 m

  3. ((c))

    60 m

  4. ((d))

    40 m

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

40 m

Given, tan θ = 3/2

From the following figure

Height of the Tower AB = 120 m

Height of the pole = EC

DE = BC and BD = EC

In ΔABC

tan θ = AB/BC

3/2 = 120/BC

BC = 80 cm

DE = BC = 80 cm

In ΔAED

tan 45° = AD/DE

1 = AD/DE

AD = 80 m

AB = BD + DA

120 = BD + 80

BD = 120 - 80 = 40 m

Hence, height of the pole is 40 m

132

A cuboid of edges 32 cm, 4 cm and 4 cm is cut to form cubes of edge 4 cm each. What is the sum of total surface areas of all cubes formed?

  1. ((a))

    768 cm2

  2. ((b))

    640 cm2

  3. ((c))

    544 cm2

  4. ((d))

    576 cm2

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

768 cm2

Given, a cuboid of edges 32 cm, 4 cm and 4 cm is cut to for cubes of edge 4 cm each.

Side of each cube = 4 cm

Number of formed cubes = 32/4 = 8

As we know,

Total surface area of cube = 6 × a2 = 6 × 42 = 6 × 16 = 96

Total surface area of all 8 cubes = 8 × 96 = 768 cm2

133

A shopkeeper marks the price of an article such that after giving a discount of 30%, he gains 20%. If the marked price of the article Rs. 480, what is the cost price of the article?

  1. ((a))

    Rs. 260

  2. ((b))

    Rs. 300

  3. ((c))

    Rs. 250

  4. ((d))

    Rs. 280

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

Rs. 280

Marked price of the article = Rs. 480

Selling price of the article = Rs. 480 × (70/100) = Rs. 336

Cost price of the article = Rs. 336 × (100/120) = Rs. 280

134

In the given histogram, in which class interval, the median lies?

  1. ((a))

    60-70

  2. ((b))

    50-60

  3. ((c))

    80-90

  4. ((d))

    70-80

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

60-70

If number of the observation is n is odd, then the median is [(n + 1)/2]th observation.

If number of the observation is n is even, then the median will be the average of the (n/2)th and [(n/2 + 1)]th observation.

Total number of students = 50 + 70 + 85 + 90 + 60 + 45 = 400

Median = [(400/2) + (400/2) + 1)]2 = (200 + 201)/2 = 200.5th (201th) students (which comes in 60 - 70)

Number of students who lies (40 - 50) = 50 students

Number of students who lies (50 - 60) = 70 students = 51th to 120th

Number of students who lies (60 - 70) = 85 students = 121th to 205th

So, 200.5th (201th) students comes in 60 - 70.

135

In the given bar graph, what is the ratio of the total boys and girls in all schools?

  1. ((a))

    59 ∶ 66

  2. ((b))

    65 ∶ 63

  3. ((c))

    65 ∶ 58

  4. ((d))

    66 ∶ 59

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

66 ∶ 59

Total number of boys of all schools = 600 + 450 + 750 + 700 + 800 = 3300

Total number of girls of all schools = 500 + 550 + 650 + 600 + 650 = 2950

Ratio of total boys to total girls in all schools = 3300 ∶ 2950 = 66 ∶ 59

136

A, B and C started a business by investing Rs. 1,37,500, Rs. 1,62,500 and Rs. 1,87,500 respectively. A is a working partner and gets 20% of the profit as working allowance and remaining is distributed in the proportion of their investment. If the total profit is Rs. 2,19,375 what is the share of C?

  1. ((a))

    Rs. 64,500

  2. ((b))

    Rs. 62,700 

  3. ((c))

    Rs. 67,500

  4. ((d))

    Rs. 88,600

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

Rs. 67,500

A get 20% of the total profit as working allowance and remaining 80% is distributed of their investment, then

Ratio of money invested by A, B and C = 1,37,500 ∶ 1,62,500 ∶ 1,87,500 = 11 ∶ 13 ∶ 15

Total profit is = 2,19,375

Distributed profit = 2,19,375 × (80/100) = 1,75,500

Share of C = 1,75,500 × (15/39) = 67,500

137

The average of 20 numbers is 65, The average of the first 9 numbers is 68 and the average of next 8 numbers is 62. If the 18th number is 3 more than 19th number and 9 less than 20th number, then what is the average of 19th and 20th number?

  1. ((a))

    65.5

  2. ((b))

    65

  3. ((c))

    64.5

  4. ((d))

    66

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

65

Average of 20 numbers = 65

Sum of all 18 numbers = 20 × 65 = 1300

Average of first 9 numbers = 68

Sum of first 9 numbers = 9 × 68 = 612

Average of next 8 numbers = 62

Sum of next 8 numbers = 8 × 62 = 496

Let the 18th number be x

∴ 19th number will be = x - 3

∴ 20th number will be = x + 9

Sum of 18th, 19th and 20th number = 1300 - 612 - 496 = 192

According to the question

⇒ x + x - 3 + x + 9 = 192

⇒ 3x + 6 = 192

⇒ 3x = 192 - 6 = 186

⇒ x = 186/3 = 62

⇒ 18th number = 62

⇒ 19th number = x - 3 = 62 - 3 = 59

20th number = x + 9 = 62 + 9 = 71

Average of 19th and 20th number = (59 + 71)/2 = 130/2 = 65

138

The price of sugar has increased by 14%. By what percentage can a person decrease the consumption so that there is an increase in the expenditure by 8% only? (correct to on decimal place)

  1. ((a))

    5.9%

  2. ((b))

    5.3%

  3. ((c))

    5.5%

  4. ((d))

    5.7%

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

5.3%

Let the price of the sugar be 100x

Expenditure should be increased 8% only, then new affordable price = 100x × (108/100) = 108x

Price of sugar after increment = 100x × (114/100) = 114x

Ratio of sugar of affordable price and after increment = 108x ∶ 114x

As we know, consumption of sugar is inversely proportional to price

So, consumption ratio of sugar before and after = 114x ∶ 108x

So, consumption of sugar in the starting = 114x

Consumption of sugar should be after increment = 108x

Consumption decrease by = 114x - 108x = 6x

Required percentage = (6x/114) × 100 = 5.26% = 5.3% (approx)

139

In the given histogram, what percentage of car were running with the speed less than 60 km/h?

  1. ((a))

    35%

  2. ((b))

    30%

  3. ((c))

    28%

  4. ((d))

    25%

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

30%

Total number of cars = 50 + 70 + 85 + 90 + 60 + 45 = 400

Number of cars which speed less than 60 km/hr = 50 + 70 = 120

Required percentage = (120/400) × 100 = 30%

140

In a class of 45 students, 40% are boys and rest are girls. The average weight of the girls is 55 kg and that of boys is 65 kg. What is the average weight (in kg) of the whole class?

  1. ((a))

    61 kg

  2. ((b))

    58 kg

  3. ((c))

    59 kg 

  4. ((d))

    60 kg

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

59 kg 

Total number of students = 45

Number of boys in class = 45 × 40/100 = 18

Number of girls in class = 45 - 18 = 27

Average weight of girls is = 55 kg

Sum of weight of girls is = 55 × 27 = 1485

Average weight of boys is = 65 kg

Sum of weight of boys is = 65 × 18 = 1170

Total sum of weight of all class = 1170 + 1485 = 2655

Average marks of whole class = 2655/45 = 59 kg

141

One side of a rhombus is 6.5 cm and one of its’s diagonal is 12 cm. What is the area of the rhombus?

  1. ((a))

    60 cm2

  2. ((b))

    15 cm2

  3. ((c))

    30 cm2

  4. ((d))

    78 cm2

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

30 cm2

Given, a = 6.5 cm and d1 = 12 cm and d2 = ?

As we know,

a2 = (d1/2)2 + (d2/2)2

6.52 = (12/2)2 + (d2/2)2

42.25 = 62 + (d2/2)2

(d2/2)2 = 42.25 - 36 = 6.25

d2/2 = √6.25 = 2.5

d2 = 2.5 × 2 = 5 cm

As we know,

Area of the rhombus = (1/2) × d1 × d2 = (1/2) × 12 × 5 = 30 cm2

142

ABCD is a cyclic quadrilateral such that AB is a diametre of the circle circumscribing it and ∠ADC = 160°. What is the measure of the ∠BAC?

  1. ((a))

    65°

  2. ((b))

    60°

  3. ((c))

    70°

  4. ((d))

    75°

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

70°

⇒ Given ABCD is a cyclic quadrilateral and AB is the diameter.

As we know, The sum of the either pair of the opposite angles of a cyclic quadrilateral is 180°

⇒ ∠ADC + ∠ABC = 180

⇒ ∠ABC = 180° - 160° = 20°

In ΔACB, if AB is diameter, then ∠ACB = 90°

⇒ ∠ACB + ∠ABC + ∠BAC = 180 °

⇒ 90° + 20° + ∠BAC = 180°

⇒ ∠BAC = 180° - 110° = 70°

143

PA and PB are two tangents from a point P outside the circle with centre O. If A and B are points on the circle such that ∠APB = 110°, then ∠OAB is equal to∶

  1. ((a))

    35°

  2. ((b))

    70°

  3. ((c))

    55°

  4. ((d))

    45°

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

55°

Given, ∠APB = 110

As we know,

⇒ ∠AOB + ∠APB = 180

⇒ ∠AOB = 180 - 110 = 70°

In ΔOAB

⇒ If OA = OB radius of the circle

∴ ∠OAB = ∠OBA

⇒ ∠OAB + ∠OBA + ∠AOB = 180°

⇒ 2∠OAB = 180 - ∠AOB = 180° - 70° = 110°

⇒ ∠OAB = 55°

144

A boat can go 10 km downstream and 8 km upstream in 49 minutes. Also, it can go 12 km downstream and 4 km upstream in 42 minutes. What is the speed of stream in km/h?

  1. ((a))

    2

  2. ((b))

    1

  3. ((c))

    1.5

  4. ((d))

    2.5

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

2

As we know, 49 min = 49/60 hr and 42 min = 42/60 hr

Let the speed of boat be x km/hr and the speed of stream be y km/hr.

∴ Speed of boat in downstream = (x + y) km/hr

∴ Speed of boat in upstream = (x - y) km/hr

According to the question

⇒ 10/(x + y) + 8/(x - y) = 49/60

Let 1/(x + y) = a, and 1/(x - y) = b, then

⇒ 10a + 8b = 49/60       ----(1)

⇒ 12/(x + y) + 4/(x - y) = 42/60

⇒ 12a + 4b = 42/60       ----(2)

Multiply by 2 in equation (2)

⇒ 24a + 8b = 84/60       ----(3)

Subtract equation (3) from (1)

⇒ 14a = 84/60 - 49/60 = 35/60

⇒ a = 1/24

Put the value of equation (2)

⇒ 12/24 + 4b = 42/60

⇒ 4b = 42/60 - 1/2 = 12/60 = 1/5

⇒ b = 1/20

If, a = 1/24, then

⇒ a/(x + y) = 1/24

⇒ (x + y) = 24       ----(4)

⇒ If b = 1/20, then

⇒ 1/(x - y) = 1/20

⇒ (x - y) = 20       ----(5)

From equation (4) and equation (5)

⇒ x = 22 & y = 2

Speed of stream is 2 km/hr.

145

\(\frac{{17}}{{30}} + \left[ {3\frac{1}{5} - \left{ {\frac{5}{6} - \left( {3\frac{4}{5} \div 9\frac{1}{2}} \right)} \right}} \right]\) is equal to∶

  1. ((a))

    10/3

  2. ((b))

    1/5

  3. ((c))

    11/3

  4. ((d))

    3/5

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

10/3

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.

\(\frac{{17}}{{30}} + \left[ {3\frac{1}{5} - \left{ {\frac{5}{6} - \left( {3\frac{4}{5} \div 9\frac{1}{2}} \right)} \right}} \right]\)

\(\Rightarrow \frac{{17}}{{30}} + \left[ {\frac{{16}}{5} - \left{ {\frac{5}{6} - \left( {\frac{{19}}{5} \div \frac{{19}}{2}} \right)} \right}} \right]\)

\(\Rightarrow \frac{{17}}{{30}} + \left[ {\frac{{16}}{5} - \left{ {\frac{5}{6} - \left( {\frac{{19}}{5} \times \frac{2}{{19}}} \right)} \right}} \right]\)

\(\Rightarrow \frac{{17}}{{30}} + \left[ {\frac{{16}}{5} - \left{ {\frac{5}{6} - \frac{2}{5}} \right}} \right]\)

⇒1730+[165−25−1230]\Rightarrow \frac{{17}}{{30}} + \left[ {\frac{{16}}{5} - \frac{{25 - 12}}{{30}}} \right]

⇒1730+[165−1330]\Rightarrow \frac{{17}}{{30}} + \left[ {\frac{{16}}{5} - \frac{{13}}{{30}}} \right]

⇒ [17/30] + [(96 - 13)/30]

⇒ [17/30] + [83/30]

⇒ 10/3

146

In the given pie-chart, if the female employees in department D is 75%, then how many male employees are in that department?

  1. ((a))

    6

  2. ((b))

    4

  3. ((c))

    9

  4. ((d))

    5

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

9

Total number of employees = 450

Number of employees in department D = 450 × (8/100) = 36

Number of female employees in department D = 36 × (75/100) = 27

Number of male employees in department D = 36 - 27 = 9

147

The successive discounts of 30%, 25% and 15% is equivalent to a single discount of∶

  1. ((a))

    60.275%

  2. ((b))

    54.625%

  3. ((c))

    60.725%

  4. ((d))

    55.375%

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

55.375%

Test book Short Trick

Single Successive equivalent discount of 30% and 25%

⇒ 30 + 25 - [(30 × 25)/100] = 55 - 7.5 = 47.5%

⇒ Single Successive equivalent discount of 47.5% and 15%

⇒ 47.5 + 15 - [(47.5 × 15)/100] = 62.5 - 7.125 = 55.375%

148

Two numbers are in the ratio 6 ∶ 11 If their HCF is 28, then the sum of these two numbers is∶

  1. ((a))

    476

  2. ((b))

    392

  3. ((c))

    448

  4. ((d))

    420

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

476

Ratio of two numbers are = 6x ∶ 11x

HCF of the 6x and 11x is x Because x is the Highest common factor

Given, x = 28, then

Sum of the two numbers = 28 (6 + 11) = 28 × 17 = 476

149

The sides of a triangle are 24 cm, 45 cm and 51 cm. At each of it’s vertices, circles of radius 10.5 cm are drawn. What is the area of the triangle, excluding the portion covered by sectors of the circles? π = 22/7

  1. ((a))

    464.75 cm2

  2. ((b))

    244.75 cm2

  3. ((c))

    366.75 cm2

  4. ((d))

    327.75 cm2

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

366.75 cm2

The sides of a triangle are 24 cm, 45 cm and 51 cm.

As we know,

512 = 242 + 452

2601 = 576 + 2025

2601 = 2601

Now we can say triangle is right angled triangle

Area of right angled triangle = (1/2) × Base × height = (1/2) × 24 × 45 = 540 cm2

Area Covered in triangle by 3 circles = (θ1 /360) πR2 + (θ2 /360) πR2 + (θ3 /360) πR2 = [(θ1 + θ2 + θ3)/360] × πR2

As we know,

θ1 + θ2 + θ3 = 180°

Area Covered in triangle by 3 circles = [(θ1 + θ2 + θ3)/360] × πR² = [180/360] × [22/7] × 10.5 × 10.5 = 173.25 cm2

Area of the triangle excluding the portion covered by the sectors of the circles = 540 - 173.25 = 366.75 cm2

150

A sphere of radius 9 cm is melted and recast into small spheres of radius 2 cm each. How many such sphere can be made?

  1. ((a))

    91

  2. ((b))

    93

  3. ((c))

    92

  4. ((d))

    90

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

91

Radius of sphere R = 9 cm

Radius of small sphere r = 2 cm

Let the number of small spheres be n.

According to the question

⇒(43)π;R3=n×43πr3\Rightarrow \left( {\frac{4}{3}} \right){\rm{\pi ;}}{{\rm{R}}^3} = {\rm{n}} \times \frac{4}{3}{\rm{\pi }}{{\rm{r}}^3}

⇒ R3 = n × r3

⇒ 93 = n × 23

⇒ n = 729/8 = 91 (Approx)

English Comprehension (50 questions)

151

Select the wrongly spelt word.

  1. ((a))

    valuable

  2. ((b))

    villain

  3. ((c))

    victory

  4. ((d))

    vaccum

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

vaccum

The misspelt word is vaccum and the correct spelling is vacuum which means an empty space where matter does not exists.

The meaning of other words are:

Valuable: it means having great worth.

Villain: an evil character.

Victory: an act of defeating the opponent in a battle.

Hence, option 4 is the correct answer.

152

Select the most appropriate word to fill in the blank.

I saw her ____________ your cupboard.

  1. ((a))

    opened

  2. ((b))

    opening

  3. ((c))

    to opening

  4. ((d))

    to open

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Answer: ((b))

opening

The correct answer is option 2.

Here, the blank requires a word that will be grammatically correct.

Opened is past tense and is incorrect because the sentence is not in the past tense.

To opening and to open are incorrect as they are connected to prepositions which do not fit the meaning of the sentence.

Opening indicates an act of allowing access. ex: She straightened her hair before opening the door.

Hence, option 2 is the correct answer.

153

Select the most appropriate word for the given group of words.

'a place where fish are kept'

  1. ((a))

    herbarium

  2. ((b))

    zoo

  3. ((c))

    aviary

  4. ((d))

    aquarium

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

aquarium

Herbarium: a box where dried herbs are kept.

Zoo: a collection of wild animals.

Aviary: a place for keeping birds.

Aquarium: a place/tank where fishes are kept.

Hence, option 4 is the correct answer.

154

Select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, Select No improvement.

Kumbh Mela, held at Prayagraj at the confluence of the rivers Ganga and Yamuna, is knowing to be the bigger human gathering in the world.

  1. ((a))

    is known to be the biggest human gathering

  2. ((b))

    No improvement

  3. ((c))

    has been known to be the bigger human gathering

  4. ((d))

    is knowing to be the biggest human gathering

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

is known to be the biggest human gathering

The correct answer is option 1.

The sentence is in the past tense, so the verb will also be in its past form. So the correct phrase will be known. The presence of is makes it a fact that is still continuing to be the biggest gathering.

Hence, option 1 is the correct answer.

155

Select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, Select No improvement.

All the professor of this college are provided with free bungalows.

  1. ((a))

    Each professor of this college

  2. ((b))

    All the professors of this college

  3. ((c))

    All professor of this college

  4. ((d))

    No improvement

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

All the professors of this college

If we use option 1, Each professor of this college are(as given in the question)/is (will be the correct usage) provided with free bungalows. (each is always used with a singular verb).Thus, option 3 is incorrect as the verb used here -- are (plural verb). 

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Here, one can easily find an error in the usage of plurality.

In the sentence, all is mentioned which will take a plural noun after it ie. professors. (Here, all is referred to the professors)

Hence, option 2 is the correct answer.

Correct Usage: All the professors of this college are provided with free bungalows.

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 number.

The woolly mammoth was a very large elephant-like mammal that lived on Earth several thousand years _______ (1). Some mammoths grew to be four meters _______ (2) and the largest weighted almost nine tons. ________ (3) male and female mammoths had very large tusks and walked _______ (4) every continent except Australia ________ (5) South America. Sadly, these giant creatures became extinct.

156

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

  1. ((a))

    and

  2. ((b))

    but

  3. ((c))

    or

  4. ((d))

    also

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

and

The best way to solve a cloze test is to understand the context of the sentence and then choose a suitable answer.

Here, in the given blank it is talking about both the countries. So use the conjunction and.

also means similarly and is used in addition to something mentioned earlier

but  and or are used to give a choice between two things

Hence, option 1 is the correct answer.

157

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

  1. ((a))

    lofty

  2. ((b))

    low

  3. ((c))

    high

  4. ((d))

    huge

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

high

Here, the best way to find the answer is to read the sentence properly and understand the context.

In the given sentence, it is talking about the size and emphasizes it through the number four meters. Thus high will be the correct word to fill in the blank. Other words, lofty and huge are not fitting in the blank and so can be eliminated. low is opposite to  the height mentioned

Hence, option 3 is the correct answer.

158

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

  1. ((a))

    under

  2. ((b))

    on

  3. ((c))

    over

  4. ((d))

    into

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

on

Let's understand the given prepositions.

We use under to talk about something that is below or lower than something else. 

For eg: There is a cat under the table.

On indicates proximity and position above or outside:

For eg: He sat on the fence.

Over refers to a higher position above someone or something, without touching them.

For eg: That family lives in a flat over the shop.

Into is used to indicate many things like pointing, position or showing change.

For eg: He threw the letter into the fire.

Hence, option 2 is the correct answer.

159

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

  1. ((a))

    Either

  2. ((b))

    Each

  3. ((c))

    Every

  4. ((d))

    Both

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

Both

The best way to solve a cloze test is to understand the context of the sentence and then choose a suitable answer.

In the given blank, it should include male and female mammoths. The word mammoths is plural that means either, each and every  [ all meaning a singular] get eliminated.

Hence, option 4 is the correct answer.

160

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

  1. ((a))

    ago

  2. ((b))

    before

  3. ((c))

    ahead

  4. ((d))

    past

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

ago

The best way to solve a cloze test is to understand the context of the sentence and then choose a suitable answer.

In the first blank, the sentence that precedes tells about past tense. Now according to the context, before, and past are both wrong. The only word that is apt for the blank is ago.

ahead speaks about the future

Hence, option 1 is the correct answer.

Read the following passage and answer the questions given after it,

Some 200 km from Leh are the villages of Dha, Hanu, Garkone and Darchik on both sides of the Indus River, inhabited by the Buddhist Dard Tribes. The villages are together called the ‘‘Aryan valley”. “The word ‘Dard’ is derived from a Sanskrit word, ‘Daradas’, which means people who live on hillsides,” said Virendra Bangroo, assistant professor at Indira Gandhi National Centre for the Arts (IGNCA), who has extensively researched on their lives. He added people of this region are culturally and linguistically different from those in other parts of Ladakh, Among other researchers who have gone into the community’s roots, there is a line of thought that the “Aryans of Ladakh” or the “Brokpas” might have descended from soldiers in Alexander’s army who had come to the region over 2,000 years ago. The Dard Aryans, however, do not document their history, Bangroo said.

They rear goat and sheep for milk and meat, and their festivals are based on the solar calendar. Bangroo visited the regions habited by the Dard Aryan community back in 2017, where he helped set up two museums to archive their cultural heritage. Bangroo is of the view that their traditions go back 5,000 years; those who still follow the original customs worship trees, rivers and mountains. These tribals are mainly dependent on agriculture; the apricots grown here are considered among the best in the world and there are 12 varieties of grapes in the region. Bangroo said grape-wine is very popular in the ‘Aryan valley”.

A number of researchers, as well as the tribals, perceive a threat to the heritage of the community owing to modernisation, migration and religious conversion. The community now numbers about 4,000. Over the last few decades, many of them have embraced Islam or Buddhism, ‘The community prohibits marriage with outsiders to keep the gene pool intact. Of late, the Dard men have been migrating to other parts of the region in search of livelihood and marrying outside the tribe,” Bangroo said. ‘‘The tribe is struggling to find a balance between modernity and traditional values,” Also, after the Kargil War, development work in this region has been restricted, Some of the areas of the Aryan valley are out of bounds for outsiders, since it borders Pakistan-occupied Kashmir.

Members of the community said there are only three high schools in their villages and very limited resources for livelihood — mainly because of the harsh weather and difficult terrain. As such, they have no option but to migrate to cities for higher education and employment. They have demanded that the government set up a tribal hostel and declare the “‘Aryan valley” a heritage village to boost tourism.

161

Which statement indicates best that the Dard Aryans is a community with ancient past?

  1. ((a))

    Dar Aryans rear goat and sheep for milk and meat, and their festivals are based on the solar calendar.

  2. ((b))

    The word 'Dard' is derived from a Sanskrit word, 'Daradas', which means people who live on hillsides

  3. ((c))

    Bangroo is of the view that their traditions go back 5,000 years; those who still follow the original customs worship trees, rivers and mountains.

  4. ((d))

    Some scholars think that they might have descended from the soldiers in Alexander's army who had come about 2000 years ago.

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

Bangroo is of the view that their traditions go back 5,000 years; those who still follow the original customs worship trees, rivers and mountains.

It is given in the third sentence of the second paragraph that:

Bangroo is of the view that their traditions go back 5,000 years; those who still follow the original customs worship trees, rivers and mountains'

Option 1, option 2 and option 4 are irrelevant and are not connected to the ancient past.

Hence, option 3 is the correct answer.

162

The first paragraph of the passage mainly talks about

  1. ((a))

    who the Dard Aryans are.

  2. ((b))

    the concerns of Dard Aryans.

  3. ((c))

    what the demands of Dard Aryans are.

  4. ((d))

    the customs of Dard Aryans.

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

who the Dard Aryans are.

Read the passage thoroughly to answer this question.

The first paragraph provides an introduction of the Dard Aryans - their location (on both sides of the Indus River) how they are -culturally and linguistically different from those in other parts of Ladakh-- and why they are called Dard (derived from a Sanskrit word, Daradas, which means people who live on hillsides).

All these references point out who the Dard Aryans really are.

Hence, option 1 is the correct answer.

163

What is the main concern of the Dard Aryans?

  1. ((a))

    some people are converting their religion.

  2. ((b))

    people of the community are becoming modern.

  3. ((c))

    their heritage is facing a threat.

  4. ((d))

    many people are migrating from the villages.

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

their heritage is facing a threat.

The answer to this question lies in the opening statement of the second last paragraph.

A number of researchers, as well as the tribals, perceive a threat to the heritage of the community owing to modernisation, migration and religious conversion.

Hence, option 3 is the correct answer.

164

What are the demands of the Dard Aryans from the government?

  1. ((a))

    to set up a tribal hostel and declare the Aryan Valley a heritage village

  2. ((b))

    to boost tourism and take up development work in the valley

  3. ((c))

    to stop migration of people and set up a school

  4. ((d))

    to provide livelihood and establish a tribal hostel

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

to set up a tribal hostel and declare the Aryan Valley a heritage village

In the last paragraph, it is mentioned:

They have demanded that the government set up a tribal hostel and declare the Aryan valley a heritage village to boost tourism

Hence, option 1 is the correct answer.

165

Which statement is NOT true according to the passage?

  1. ((a))

    Dard Aryans have to migrate to cities for higher education and employment.

  2. ((b))

    There are only three high schools in their villages and very limited resources for livelihood

  3. ((c))

    The Aryans are culturally and linguistically the same as the other people of Ladakh.

  4. ((d))

    The valley has a difficult terrain and faces harsh weather conditions.

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

The Aryans are culturally and linguistically the same as the other people of Ladakh.

In the last paragraph it is mentioned:                         

Members of the community said there are only three high schools in their villages and very limited resources for livelihood -mainly because of the harsh weather and difficult terrain. As such, they have no option but to migrate to cities for higher education and employment.

This eliminates option 1, option 2 and option 3.

Thus only option 3 is the correct answer.

166

Select the antonym of the given word.

ANTIQUE

  1. ((a))

    conventional

  2. ((b))

    prehistoric

  3. ((c))

    traditional

  4. ((d))

    modern

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

modern

Let's understand the meaning of the given words.

Antique: belonging to ancient times.

Conventional: something that is generally done or believed.

Prehistoric: denoting the period before written records.

Traditional: existing due to culture or habit.

Modern: relating to the present time or continuing period.

Hence, option 4 is the correct answer.

167

Select the antonym of the given word.

IMMACULATE

  1. ((a))

    messy

  2. ((b))

    systematic

  3. ((c))

    flawless

  4. ((d))

    untarnished

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

messy

Let's understand the meaning of the given words.

Immaculate: it means perfectly clean or tidy.

Messy: dirty or untidy.

Systematic: in a properly planned way.

Flawless: completely perfect.

Untarnished: without any damage.

It is clear that the antonym of immaculate is messy.

Hence, option 1 is the correct answer.

168

Select the antonym of the given word.

BOISTEROUS

  1. ((a))

    turbulent

  2. ((b))

    unruly

  3. ((c))

    peaceful

  4. ((d))

    excited

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

peaceful

Let's understand the meaning of the given words.

Boisterous means noisy, overexcited, undisciplined, energetic, and cheerful.

  1. Turbulent means unstable; noisy and confusion
  2. Unruly means out of control; disorder
  3. Peaceful means calm or pleasant.
  4. Excited means eager and enthusiasm.

Clearly, the words 'boisterous' and 'peaceful' are antonyms.

Hence, option 3 is the correct answer.

169

Select the antonym of the given word.

AGILE

  1. ((a))

    Lethargic

  2. ((b))

    Nimble

  3. ((c))

    Strong

  4. ((d))

    Confused

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Lethargic

Let's understand the meaning of the given words.

Agile means to move quickly and easily.

  1. Lethargic means inactive, slow or dullness.
  2. Nimble means quick in movement or action.
  3. Strong means powerful
  4. Confused means unable to think clearly

It is clear that 'lethargic' is the opposite of 'agile'.

Hence, option 1 is the correct answer.

170

Select the antonym of the given word.

DETER

  1. ((a))

    encourage

  2. ((b))

    excite

  3. ((c))

    prevent

  4. ((d))

    dissuade

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

encourage

Let's understand the meaning of the following words.

Deter means to discourage

Excite to make (someone) feel energetic and eager to do something

Encourage is to give support, confidence, or hope to (someone)

Prevent means to stop something from happening.

Dissuade means to discourage.

It is clear that the antonym of deter is to encourage

Hence, option 1 is the correct answer.

171

Select the synonym of the given word.

REMEDY

  1. ((a))

    Restore

  2. ((b))

    Cure

  3. ((c))

    Healing

  4. ((d))

    Bearing

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

Cure

The correct answer is Cure.

Key Points

  • Let's understand the meaning of the given words.
  • Remedy means a medicine, application, or treatment that relieves or cures a disease.
  • Cure means medicine or treatment that can cure an illness, etc.
  • Restore means to bring back to the previous state or condition.
  • Healing means to heal or cure a disease or illness.
  • Bearing means to support or hold the stated thing.
  • From the above meanings, it is clear that the synonym of the word Remedy is Cure.

Hence, option 2 is the correct answer.

172

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom. --'Get a gold star'.

  1. ((a))

    to earn a merit point for doing well

  2. ((b))

    to obtain possession of something

  3. ((c))

    to get killed in war

  4. ((d))

    to compliment someone

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Answer: ((a))

to earn a merit point for doing well

The idiom- get a gold star means to earn a merit point for doing well in something. For eg:

You get the gold star for cooking such a delicious dinner. 

Hence, option 1 is the correct answer.

173

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.--' the icing on the cake'

  1. ((a))

    something that makes a good situation even better

  2. ((b))

    something that is essential but difficult to do

  3. ((c))

    something that makes one happy

  4. ((d))

    something that delays action

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

something that makes a good situation even better

The correct answer is 'something that makes a good situation even better'.

Key Points

  • "The icing on the cake" refers to something that makes a good situation even better.
  • Something that enhances an already good situation. (किसी अच्छे स्थिति को और भी बेहतर बनाने वाली चीज़ा)
  • Example Sentence: Getting a surprise gift after a promotion was the icing on the cake.

Therefore, the correct answer is: 'Option 1'.

 Additional Information

  • Option 2: Something that is essential but difficult to do (कुछ जो आवश्यक है लेकिन कठिन है)
  • Option 3: Something that makes one happy (कुछ जो किसी को खुश करता है)
  • Option 4: Something that delays action (कुछ जो क्रिया को विलंबित करता है)
174

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.--'Take heart'.

  1. ((a))

    to assess the situation

  2. ((b))

    to feel grieved

  3. ((c))

    encouraged and made to feel optimistic

  4. ((d))

    to rebuke

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

encouraged and made to feel optimistic

The idiom --take heart means if you take heart from something, you are encouraged and made to feel optimistic by it.

Example- Yeovil will also take heart from how they played in the first half.

Hence, option 3 is the correct answer.

175

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

'to be taken aback'

  1. ((a))

    to pay no heed

  2. ((b))

    to be surprised

  3. ((c))

    to be very excited

  4. ((d))

    to take something back

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

to be surprised

The idiom to be taken aback means to be shocked or surprised.

 ex: I was at first taken aback, not quite sure what was going on.

Hence, option 2 is the correct answer.

176

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

'Donkey's years'

  1. ((a))

    once in a while

  2. ((b))

    a very long time

  3. ((c))

    having long ears

  4. ((d))

    instantly

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Answer: ((b))

a very long time

The idiom donkey's year means something that is continued for a very long time.

ex: We have been married for donkey's years. 

All the other options thus are incorrect

Hence, option 2 is the correct answer.

177

Select the wrongly spelt word

  1. ((a))

    equality

  2. ((b))

    equivocal

  3. ((c))

    equation

  4. ((d))

    equivelant

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

equivelant

The misspelt word is 'equivelent' and the correct spelling will be equivalent which means 'equal in value, quantity or function'.

Key Points

Equivocal means to be open to more than one interpretation.

Equation refers to the process of equating one thing with another.

Hence, option 4 is the correct answer.

178

Select the wrongly spelt word.

  1. ((a))

    divert

  2. ((b))

    devout

  3. ((c))

    devision

  4. ((d))

    devotion

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

devision

The misspelled word is 'devision' and the correct spelling is 'division' which means to divide.

Divert: it means to change the route or direction.

Devout: religious or dedicated.

Devotion: loyalty, faithfulness or dedication.

Hence, the correct answer is option 3.

179

Select the wrongly spelt word.

  1. ((a))

    occasion

  2. ((b))

    ommision

  3. ((c))

    provision

  4. ((d))

    invasion

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

ommision

The correct answer is- ommision

Key Points  

  • Let's explore the meaning of the correct word:
  • Omission(noun): The act of not including something or someone that should have been included, or something or someone that has not been included that should have been. (कुछ या किसी को शामिल नहीं करने का कार्य, जिसे शामिल किया जाना चाहिए था, या ऐसा कुछ या जिसे शामिल नहीं किया गया है जिसे होना चाहिए था।)
  • Synonym: Exclusion, Blank
  • Example: There are some serious errors and omissions in the book.

From the above line, we can say that: ommision is the correct answer.

Additional Information 

  • Let's explore the meaning of the other words:
  • Occasion(noun): A particular time, especially when something happens or has happened. (एक विशेष समय, खासकर जब कुछ होता है या हुआ होता है।)
  • Provision(noun): The act of providing something. (कुछ प्रदान करने की क्रिया।)
  • Invasion(noun): An occasion when an army or country uses force to enter and take control of another country. (एक अवसर जब कोई सेना या देश दूसरे देश में प्रवेश करने और नियंत्रण करने के लिए बल का प्रयोग करता है।)
180

Select the wrongly spelt word.

  1. ((a))

    recieve

  2. ((b))

    reign

  3. ((c))

    rivalry

  4. ((d))

    rupee

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

recieve

The wrongly spelt word is recieve and the correct spelling is receive. 

Key Points

  • The meaning of the words are:
  • Receive: to get something.
  • Reign: means to hold a royal office.
  • Rivalry: competition; conflict
  • Rupee: is the  name of the currency  for India, Pakistan, Indonesia, the Maldives, Mauritius, Nepal, Seychelles, and Sri Lanka
  • Therefore, Option 1 is the correct answer
181

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

No sooner he had left the house than there was a phone call for him.

  1. ((a))

    he had left

  2. ((b))

    than there was

  3. ((c))

    No sooner

  4. ((d))

    for him

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

he had left

Here, one must know the use of inversion in these types of sentences.

Remember,

When no sooner goes at the beginning of the sentence, we use an inverted word order i.e the auxiliary verb goes before the subject.

For eg:

          No sooner had we entered the room than they started clapping.

In the question too, this rule should be followed i.e. it should be like:

          No sooner had he left the house than there was a phone call for him.​

Hence, option 1 is the correct answer.

182

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

Silver, as well as gold, are considered precious metals.

  1. ((a))

    precious metals.

  2. ((b))

    are considered

  3. ((c))

    as well as

  4. ((d))

    Silver

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

are considered

Subject 1 + ( as well as / besides / in addition to / like / unlike / with / along with / together with / and not / no less than / rather than / led by,etc.) + Subject 2 + Verb.

In such cases, the Verb always agrees with Subject 1.

Example Sentences:

Ram, as well as his friends, has/have been arrested. 

The Prime Minister along with his cabinet ministers are/is leaving for a tour.

Similarly,

Silver, as well as gold, is/are considered precious metals.

Thus, option 2 contains the grammatical error and hence is the correct answer.

183

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

A new research study shows that long before they took up a strict vegetarian diet, the much loved pandas was a meat-eater.

  1. ((a))

    was a meat-eater

  2. ((b))

    that long before

  3. ((c))

    took up

  4. ((d))

    study shows

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

was a meat-eater

In the given sentence, the word pandas is plural and hence the verb form should also be plural. So 'was' has to be changed to were. Also, the sentence is in the past tense, which can be noticed from the first part of the sentence.

Hence, option 1 is the correct answer.

Correct sentence:

A new research study shows that long before they took up a strict vegetarian diet, the much-loved pandas were meat-eaters.

184

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

Although the toys are altogether in the cupboard, they are not properly arranged.

  1. ((a))

    Although the toys

  2. ((b))

    are not properly arranged

  3. ((c))

    are altogether

  4. ((d))

    in the cupboard

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

are altogether

Here, one must understand the difference between altogether and all  together.

The word altogether is completely different from all together. It’s not a phrase—it’s a single-word adverb that means completely, all things considered, on the whole,  or   all in all

Eg: It was altogether a confusing question paper.

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The phrase all together refers to all the members of a group. It can mean everyone or everything together,or simply   in a group

Eg: They put all the tickets together in a wallet.

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Correct Usage: Although the toys are all together in the cupboard, they are not properly arranged.

Thus, option 3 contains the grammatical error and hence is the correct answer.

185

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

From my hotel, I could see that a flock of birds were flying over the lake.

  1. ((a))

    were flying

  2. ((b))

    over the lake 

  3. ((c))

    I could see

  4. ((d))

    From my hotel

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

were flying

In the given sentence, there is an error in the usage of the verb.

In the sentence, it is mentioned about a "flock of birds" which means that it is a group. It thus forms a single entity. This makes it singular and hence the verb following it should also be singular.

Corrected sentence:

From my hotel, I could see that a flock of birds was flying over the lake.

Thus the correct answer is option 1.

186

Select the most appropriate word for the given group of words.

'an instrument for measuring time accurately in spite of motion or variations in temperature, humidity, and air pressure'.

  1. ((a))

    chronometer

  2. ((b))

    crescograph

  3. ((c))

    cardiograph

  4. ((d))

    cryptograph

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

chronometer

Let's understand the meaning of the given words.

Chronometer: it refers to an instrument for measuring time accurately in spite of motion or variations in temperature, humidity, and air pressure.

Crescograph: device to measure growth in plants.

Cardiograph:  an instrument for recording heart muscle activity

Cryptograph: a device used for the encoding or decoding of messages.

Hence, option 1 is the correct answer.

187

Select the most appropriate word for the given group of words.

A system of government in which priests rule in the name of God.

  1. ((a))

    Aristocracy

  2. ((b))

    Oligarchy

  3. ((c))

    Theocracy

  4. ((d))

    Plutocracy

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Answer: ((c))

Theocracy

Let's understand the words given in the options.

Aristocracy refers to a form of government-held by nobility(high class).

Oligarchy refers to a form of government-held by a small no. of people.

Theocracy refers to a system of government in which priests rule in the name of God or a god.

Plutocracy refers to a government-held by the wealthy.

Hence, option 3 is the correct answer.

188

Select the most appropriate word for the group of words

People working in the same place

  1. ((a))

    fellows

  2. ((b))

    colleagues

  3. ((c))

    contemporaries

  4. ((d))

    homogenous

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

colleagues

People working in the same place is called a colleague. 

Fellows mean comrade, associate

Contemporaries mean a person or thing living or existing at the same time as another.

Homogenous mean consisting of parts all of the same kind.

Hence, the correct answer is option 2.

189

Select the most appropriate word for the given group of words.

'a wooden drum in which beer or oil is stored'

  1. ((a))

    cache

  2. ((b))

    gale

  3. ((c))

    bale

  4. ((d))

    barrel

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

barrel

Let's understand the meaning of the given words.

Cache refers to a collection of items of the same type stored in a hidden or inaccessible place.

Gale refers to a very strong wind.

Bale means a large wrapped or bound bundle of paper, hay, or cotton.

Barrel refers to a cylindrical drum used for storage purpose.

Hence, option 4 is the correct answer.

190

Select the most appropriate word to fill in the blank.

The flat ________ is nice but the approach road is too narrow and congested.

  1. ((a))

    oneself

  2. ((b))

    herself

  3. ((c))

    himself

  4. ((d))

    itself

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Answer: ((d))

itself

Here, one should have a basic understanding of pronouns to find the correct answer.

In the subject, the flat [non-living] is being talked about so the reflexive pronoun will be itself.

Oneself: it is the reflexive form of the pronoun 'one' when it refers to people in general or to the person speaking.

Ex: One has to learn to control oneself.

Herself: it is used to refer to a female object of a verb, that is the same person or animal as the subject of the verb.

Ex: She kept telling herself that nothing was wrong.

Himself: it is used to refer to a male object of a verb that is the same person or animal as the subject of the verb.

Ex: He'd cut himself while shaving.

Itself: it is used when the subject of the verb is "it" and the object is the same thing, animal, situation, or idea.

Ex: The cat licked itself all over.

Hence, option 4 is the correct answer.

191

Select the most appropriate word to fill in the blank.

We cannot postpone today's discussion on the issue of security of the colony _____________ it is urgent.

  1. ((a))

    in case 

  2. ((b))

    because 

  3. ((c))

    therefore

  4. ((d))

    although

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

because 

In case is used to talk about things we should do in order to be prepared for possible future situations.

For eg: In case I forget later, here are the keys to the garage.

Because is used to replace for the reason that. In because statements, the part after because is stressed more. For eg:

We can't go to Julia's party because we're going away that weekend.

Therefore is used to replace for that reason. In therefore statements, the part before therefore is stressed more. For eg:

We are moral, ethical people and therefore we do not approve of their activities.

Although is used when admitting a fact about something which you regard as less important than a contrasting fact. For eg:

Although they're expensive, they last forever and never go out of style.

In the given question, urgent is stressed on and thus because fits the blank; also it gives a reason for not postponing the discussion.

Hence, option 2 is the correct answer.

192

Select the most appropriate word to fill in the blank.

After the end of this lesson, you __________ be able to write a paragraph on this topic.

  1. ((a))

    must 

  2. ((b))

    will 

  3. ((c))

    can

  4. ((d))

    could

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

will 

Let's understand the usage of the words given in the options.

Must: It is used when we want to say that it is necessary or very important that something happens in the present or future.

           For eg: I must get up early tomorrow.

Will: It is used to show certainty in the future. One of the main uses of will is to refer to things in the future that we think are certain.

          For eg: Life in the village will never be the same again.

Can: Can expresses ability or seeks permission.

         For eg: She can speak ten languages.    OR   You can take one of these shirts. 

Could: Could is the past tense of can. It is used to talk about the ability that existed in the past.

          For eg: Till last year I could read without glasses.

It is clear that the sentence shows certainty in the future.

Hence, option 2 is the correct answer.

193

Select the most appropriate word to fill in the blank.

She left _____ Mumbai ______ the Rajdhani Express yesterday.

  1. ((a))

    to; at

  2. ((b))

    for; by

  3. ((c))

    out; by

  4. ((d))

    in; in

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

for; by

Let's understand the options and find the correct answer.

prepositions showing time and  position  include: at, on, in

preposition showing movement  is: to

prepositions showing purpose  is for:

prepositions used in a passive sentence is: by

Option 1 (to; at) is incorrect as both the prepositions are wrong for the given blanks.

Option 2 ( for; by) is correct as it correctly expresses the meaning.

Option 3 (out; by) is incorrect as the first part is incorrect for the sentence.

Option 4 (in; in) is incorrect as both the prepositions are incorrect.

Hence, option 2 is the correct answer.

194

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

A fire broke out in a slum cluster in the capital yesterday for short circuit at the overhanging wires.

  1. ((a))

    for short circuit in the the overhanging wires.

  2. ((b))

    due to short circuit in the overhanging wires.

  3. ((c))

    due to short circuiting on the overhanging wires.

  4. ((d))

    No improvement

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Answer: ((b))

due to short circuit in the overhanging wires.

The sentence mentions an incident and also the reason behind that incident.

From the given options, the correct way of illustrating a reason is by using due to in that sentence. This makes option 1 wrong.

Now, in option 3, short-circuiting is mentioned which is wrong because short-circuit itself is a Process and the reason for the fire breaking out. We don't have to use continuous ('ing') form there. Also, short-circuiting on the wires is wrong, it happened in (i.e. inside) the wires. So, option 3 is wrong. 

Hence, option 2 is the correct answer.

195

Select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, Select No improvement.

Australia had to deploy the army to tackle the devastating floods that inundate homes, schools and airports in the country's northeastern part.

  1. ((a))

    the devastating floods what inundate homes

  2. ((b))

    the devastating floods that were inundating homes

  3. ((c))

    the devastating floods that inundated homes

  4. ((d))

    No improvement

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

the devastating floods that inundated homes

Here, one must be able to understand the tense and structure of the sentence to find the error.

In the beginning of the sentence, it is mentioned had which tells that the sentence is in the past tense. So the verb in the second part should also be in past tense i.e. it should be inundated instead of inundate.

Hence, option 3 is the correct answer.

196

Select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, Select No improvement.

Officials say more than 10 million people take a dip at the confluence of the rivers Ganga and Yamuna in auspicious days for Kumbh Mela.

  1. ((a))

    No improvement

  2. ((b))

    on auspicious days for Kumbh Mela.

  3. ((c))

    in auspicious days during Kumbh Mela.

  4. ((d))

    on auspicious days during Kumbh Mela.

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

on auspicious days during Kumbh Mela.

Here, one should know the difference between the preposition in  and  on ; and for  and  during.

INON
Places with a boundarySurfaces
CitiesStreets
CountriesAvenues
NeighbourhoodIslands and large vehicles(Bus, train or ship)

Eg:

He lives in South America.

Walk on the sidewalk, not on the grass.

FORDURING
To state how long something happensTo state when something happens
For + length of timeDuring + noun

Eg:

The children were quiet during class hours.

I was studying for 4 hours.

Hence, option 4 is the correct answer.

Correct Usage: Officials say more than 10 million people take a dip at the confluence of the rivers Ganga and Yamuna on auspicious days during Kumbh Mela.

197

Select the synonym of the given word.

EXECUTE

  1. ((a))

    occupy

  2. ((b))

    apply

  3. ((c))

    implement

  4. ((d))

    variety

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

implement

Let's understand the meaning of the given words.

Execute: to put a plan into effect.

Occupy: to fill or absorb

Apply: to make a formal request

Implement: to put something into effect or operation.

Variety: refers to variation.

Hence, option 3 is the correct answer.

198

Select the synonym of the given word.

NINCOMPOOP

  1. ((a))

    innocent

  2. ((b))

    clever

  3. ((c))

    foolish

  4. ((d))

    bold

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

foolish

Here, the options are easy but one should understand the meaning of of the given word to mark the correct answer.

Innocent means is not guilty of a crime or offence.

Clever means to be intelligent.

Bold indicates a person, showing an ability to take risks; confident and courageous.

Nincompoop refers to a foolish or stupid person. It is clear that the answer will be foolish.

Hence, option 3 is the correct answer.

199

Select the synonym of the given word.

EXCURSION

  1. ((a))

    trekking

  2. ((b))

    holiday

  3. ((c))

    boating

  4. ((d))

    tour

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

tour

Let's understand the meaning of the given words.

Excursion means a short journey or trip, especially one engaged in as a leisure activity.

Trekking means to go on a long arduous journey, typically on foot.

Holiday means a period of leave from the office or school.

Boating means to row or sail in a boat as a sports activity.

Tour means a journey or trip.

Hence, option 4 is the correct answer.

200

Select the synonym of the given word.

AVOID

  1. ((a))

    evade

  2. ((b))

    face

  3. ((c))

    approach

  4. ((d))

    pursue

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

evade

Let's first understand the meaning of the given words.

Avoid: to keep away from or stop oneself from doing something.

Evade: to escape or avoid something.

Face: the front of a person's head.

Approach: to come nearer.

Pursue: follow or chase something.

It is clear that the synonym of avoid is evade.

Hence, option 1 is the correct answer.

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