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General Intelligence and Reasoning (50 questions)

1

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

  1. ((a))

    KKlmn

  2. ((b))

    EEfgg

  3. ((c))

    CCdee

  4. ((d))

    TTuvv

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Answer: ((a))

KKlmn

In the options 2, 3 and 4, the last and the second letters are the same but this is not the case in option 1.

Hence, the correct answer is ‘KKlmn’.

2

If AN = 14 and CAT = 60 then BEG = ?

  1. ((a))

    68

  2. ((b))

    72

  3. ((c))

    74

  4. ((d))

    70

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Answer: ((d))

70

  

AN = 1 × 14 = 14 (where 1 and 14 are positional values of A and N respectively)

CAT = 3 × 1 × 20 = 60

Similarly,

BEG = 2 × 5 × 7 = 70.

Hence, the correct answer is ‘70’.

3

Select the answer figure which is embedded in the given figure.

  1. ((a))

  2. ((b))

  3. ((c))

  4. ((d))

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Answer: ((c))

Hence, the correct answer is ‘figure 3’.

4

A circular piece of paper is folded and cut as shown below. How will it appear when unfolded?

  1. ((a))

  2. ((b))

  3. ((c))

  4. ((d))

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Answer: ((c))

A close up of a logoDescription automatically generated

Hence, the correct answer is ‘figure 3’.

5

Select the mirror image of the given figure when the mirror is placed vertically to the right of the figure.

  1. ((a))

  2. ((b))

  3. ((c))

  4. ((d))

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Answer: ((b))

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

6

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

  1. ((a))

  2. ((b))

  3. ((c))

  4. ((d))

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Answer: ((c))

The pattern followed here is:

No. of segments increases by 1 with every next figure.

Alternatively, segment is added as a tangent or as a chord.

Hence, the correct answer is ‘figure 3’.

7

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

36 : 49

  1. ((a))

    25 : 64

  2. ((b))

    16 : 36

  3. ((c))

    289 : 324

  4. ((d))

    256 : 361

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Answer: ((c))

289 : 324

The pattern followed here is:

36 : 49 → 62 = 36 and (6 + 1)2 = 72 = 49

Similarly, 289 : 324 → 172 = 289 and (17 + 1)2 = 182 = 324.

Hence, the correct answer is ‘289 : 324’.

8

Choose the Venn diagram from the given options that best represents the relationship amongst the following classes:

Vienna, Europe, New Zealand

  1. ((a))

  2. ((b))

  3. ((c))

  4. ((d))

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Answer: ((b))

The pattern followed here is:

Vienna is a European city whereas New Zealand is a non-European country.

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

9

Consider the following statement to be true even if they seem to be at variance from commonly known facts and decide which of the conclusions logically follows from the statements.

Statements:

A. All roads are vehicles.

B. Some vehicles are trees.

Conclusions:

I. Some trees are roads.

II. All vehicles are trees.

  1. ((a))

    Both conclusions I and II follow

  2. ((b))

    Only conclusion I follow

  3. ((c))

    Neither conclusion I nor conclusion II follow

  4. ((d))

    Only conclusion II follows

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Answer: ((c))

Neither conclusion I nor conclusion II follow

Conclusion I → False (as it is possible but not definite)

Conclusion II → False (as it is possible but not definite)

Hence, the correct answer is ‘Neither conclusion I nor conclusion II follow’.

10

Mayank’s house faces South. He leaves from the back gate of his house and walks 18 m. Then he turns right and walks 28 m. Then he turns right and walks 35 m. Then he turns left and walks 12 m. He then turns left and walks 17 m. In which direction and how many meters away is he from the original position?

  1. ((a))

    20 meters North

  2. ((b))

    17 meters South

  3. ((c))

    30 meters West

  4. ((d))

    40 meters East

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Answer: ((d))

40 meters East

Distance between original and final positions

= Distance between the points A and B

= 28 + 12         

= 40 m.

Also, B is to the east of A.

Hence, the correct answer is ’40 meters East’.

11

Choose the mirror image of the given word if the mirror is placed to the right of the word.

BK50RP62

  1. ((a))

  2. ((b))

  3. ((c))

  4. ((d))

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Answer: ((c))

Hence, the correct answer is ‘figure 3’.

12

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, 6

  2. ((b))

    7, 12

  3. ((c))

    21, 4

  4. ((d))

    41, 2

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Answer: ((d))

41, 2

  1. 14, 6 → 14 × 6 = 84

  2. 7, 12 → 7 × 12 = 84

  3. 21, 4 → 21 × 4 = 84

4) 41, 2 → 41 × 2 = 82 ≠ 84.

Hence, the correct answer is ‘41, 2’.

13

Select the figure in which the given figure is embedded. 

  1. ((a))

  2. ((b))

  3. ((c))

  4. ((d))

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Answer: ((a))

Hence, the correct answer is ‘figure in option 1’.

14

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

  1. ((a))

    130

  2. ((b))

    60

  3. ((c))

    52

  4. ((d))

    78

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Answer: ((b))

60

The pattern followed here is:

130, 52 and 78 are multiples of 13 but 60 is not.

Hence, the correct answer is ‘60’.

15

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

  1. ((a))

    LNPRT

  2. ((b))

    NPRTV

  3. ((c))

    HJMOR

  4. ((d))

    DFHJL

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Answer: ((c))

HJMOR

  1. L + 2 → N, N + 2 → P, P + 2 → R, R + 2 → T

  2. N + 2 → P, P + 2 → R, R + 2 → T, T + 2 → V

3) H + 2 → J, J + 3 → M, M + 2 → O, O + 3 → R

  1. D + 2 → F, F + 2 → H, H + 2 → J, J + 2 → L

Hence, the correct answer is ‘HJMOR’.

16

Which number in the given series in INCORRECT?

11, 30, 67, 120, 219, 346

  1. ((a))

    11

  2. ((b))

    120

  3. ((c))

    67

  4. ((d))

    346

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Answer: ((b))

120

The pattern followed here is:

23 + 3 = 11

33 + 3 = 30

43 + 3 = 67

53 + 3 = 128 ≠ 120

63 + 3 = 219

73 + 3 = 346

Hence, the correct answer is ‘120’.

17

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

  1. ((a))

  2. ((b))

  3. ((c))

  4. ((d))

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Answer: ((c))

The figure is rotating clockwise, and the symbols shift to the opposite corners of the square (non-diagonal) in alternate figures.

Hence, the correct answer is ‘figure 3’.

18

Which set of letters will come next in the following series?

BDZ, DGX, FJV, HMT, JPR, __________

  1. ((a))

    MSP

  2. ((b))

    LSP

  3. ((c))

    LTP

  4. ((d))

    LSO

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Answer: ((b))

LSP

 

Hence, the correct answer is ‘LSP’.

19

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

2264 : 7241 ∷ 3129 : ________

  1. ((a))

    6342

  2. ((b))

    2572

  3. ((c))

    7132

  4. ((d))

    9521

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Answer: ((a))

6342

2264 : 7241 → 2 + 2 + 6 + 4 = 14 and 7 + 2 + 4 + 1 = 14

Now, 3129 → 3 + 1 + 2 + 9 = 15

  1. 6342 → 6 + 3 + 4 + 2 = 15

  2. 2572 → 2 + 5 + 7 + 2 = 16

  3. 7132 → 7 + 1 + 3 + 2 = 13

  4. 9521 → 9 + 5 + 2 + 1 = 17

Hence 6342 is the correct answer.

20

Choose the Venn diagram from the given options that best represents the relationship amongst the following classes:

Mothers, Doctors, Homo Sapiens

  1. ((a))

  2. ((b))

  3. ((c))

  4. ((d))

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Answer: ((a))

The least possible Venn diagram is:

Hence, the correct answer is ‘figure 1’.

21

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

Mammal : Bear

  1. ((a))

    Pen : Pencil

  2. ((b))

    Player : Team

  3. ((c))

    Fruit : Mango

  4. ((d))

    Plants : Food

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Answer: ((c))

Fruit : Mango

The pattern followed here is:

Bear is a type of Mammal.

Similarly,

Mango is a type of Fruit.

Hence, the correct answer is ‘Fruit : Mango’.

22

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

(3, 5, 7)

  1. ((a))

    (29, 35, 43)

  2. ((b))

    (23, 29, 31)

  3. ((c))

    (19, 21, 31)

  4. ((d))

    (11, 13, 19)

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Answer: ((b))

(23, 29, 31)

The pattern followed here is:

(3, 5, 7) → 3, 5 and 7 are consecutive primes.

Similarly, (23, 29, 31) → 23, 29 and 31 are consecutive primes.

Hence, the correct answer is ‘(23, 29, 31)’.

23

If + means ‘÷’, - means ‘+’, × means ‘-‘ and ÷ means ‘×’, then what will be the following expression?

18 ÷ 6 – 27 + 3 × 12 = ?

  1. ((a))

    92

  2. ((b))

    105

  3. ((c))

    95

  4. ((d))

    107

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Answer: ((b))

105

The pattern followed here is;

Symbol+-×÷
Meaning÷+-×

 

18 ÷ 6 - 27 + 3 × 12

= 18 × 6 + 27 ÷ 3 - 12

= 108 + 9 - 12

= 105

Hence, the correct answer is ‘105’.

24

Which number will come next in the following series?

1, 4, 4, 16, 64, _______

  1. ((a))

    216

  2. ((b))

    1024

  3. ((c))

    128

  4. ((d))

    1026

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Answer: ((b))

1024

The pattern followed here is:

4 × 1 = 4 (product of the previous two numbers)

4 × 4 = 16

16 × 4 = 64

64 × 16 = 1024

Hence, the correct answer is ‘1024’.

25

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

REFORM: MROFER ∷ ACTION : ________

  1. ((a))

    NOITCA

  2. ((b))

    NOTICA

  3. ((c))

    CTOINA

  4. ((d))

    CTIONA

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Answer: ((a))

NOITCA

The pattern followed here is:

Similarly,

Hence, the correct answer is ‘NOITCA’.

26

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

 (7, 16, 34)

  1. ((a))

    (10, 19, 28)

  2. ((b))

    (23, 31, 48)

  3. ((c))

    (29, 57, 96)

  4. ((d))

    (49, 58, 76)

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Answer: ((d))

(49, 58, 76)

(7, 16, 34) → 16 - 7 = 9 and 34 - 16 = 18

Similarly,

(49, 58, 76) → 58 – 49 = 9 and 76 – 58 = 18

Hence, the correct answer is ‘(49, 58, 76)’.

27

If sign ‘×’ is interchanged with ‘÷’ and number ‘3’ is interchanged with ‘2’ in LHS, then which of the following equations would be correct? (Changes are to be done on LHS of the equation)

  1. ((a))

    3 ÷ 2 × 2 + 2 – 3 = 1

  2. ((b))

    3 × 2 ÷ 2 + 2 – 3 = 3

  3. ((c))

    2 × 3 ÷ 2 + 2 – 3 = 0

  4. ((d))

    2 × 3 – 2 + 2 ÷ 3 = 0

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Answer: ((b))

3 × 2 ÷ 2 + 2 – 3 = 3

After interchanging the symbols × and ÷, and the numbers 3 and 2, we get

  1. 2 × 3 ÷ 3 +3 - 2 = 3 ≠ 1

2) 2 ÷ 3 × 3 + 3 - 2 = 3

  1. 3 ÷ 2 × 3 + 3 – 2 = 11/2

  2. 3 ÷ 2 - 3 + 3 × 2 = 9/2

Hence, the correct answer is ’3 × 2 ÷ 2 + 2 - 3 = 3’.

28

‘Ocean’ is related to ‘Water’ in the same way as ‘Desert’ is related to:

  1. ((a))

    Sand

  2. ((b))

    Wind

  3. ((c))

    Wave

  4. ((d))

    Mountain 

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Answer: ((a))

Sand

The pattern followed here is:

Ocean consists water. Similarly, desert consists sand.

Hence, the correct answer is ‘Sand’.

29

Three different positions of a dice are shown below. Find the number opposite ‘2’.

  1. ((a))

    1

  2. ((b))

    3

  3. ((c))

    5

  4. ((d))

    6

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Answer: ((c))

5

1, 2, 4 and 5 are adjacent to 6 as per the first and the second dice.

Thus, there are 2 choices for 5 in dice 1: either adjacent to 4 (opposite to 2) or opposite to 4.

As per the third dice, 4 and 5 are adjacent to each other.

Hence, 5 is the number opposite to 2.

30

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

  1. ((a))

    8 : 20

  2. ((b))

    10 : 25

  3. ((c))

    18 : 81

  4. ((d))

    12 : 36

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Answer: ((a))

8 : 20

The pattern followed here is:

  1. 8 : 20 = 4 × 2 = 8 and 42 = 16 ≠ 20.

  2. 10 : 25 = 5 × 2 = 10 and 52 = 25.

  3. 18 : 81 = 9 × 2 = 18 and 92 = 81.

  4. 12 : 36 = 6 × 2 = 12 and 62 = 36.

Hence, the correct answer is ‘8 : 20’.

31

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

Doctor : Hospital

  1. ((a))

    Supervisor : Officer

  2. ((b))

    Teacher : School

  3. ((c))

    Museum : Visitor

  4. ((d))

    Governor : President

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Answer: ((b))

Teacher : School

The pattern followed here is:

Doctor works in Hospital.

Similarly, Teacher works in School.

Hence, the correct answer is ‘Teacher: School’.

32

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

6 : 18 : 14 : ________

  1. ((a))

    64

  2. ((b))

    98

  3. ((c))

    108

  4. ((d))

    70

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

98

अनुसरण किया गया स्वरुप इस प्रकार है:

6 : 18 → 18 = 2 × 3 × 3 = 6 × 3

14 : 98 → 98 = 2 × 7 × 7 = 14 × 7

इसलिए, ‘14 : 98’ सही उत्तर है।

33

In a certain language, EMBEZZLE is coded as MEEBZZEL. How will MAXIMIZE be coded in the same language?

  1. ((a))

    AIMXMIEZ

  2. ((b))

    AMIXIMEZ

  3. ((c))

    AMIMIXEZ

  4. ((d))

    EMIXIMEM

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Answer: ((b))

AMIXIMEZ

The pattern followed here is:

Similarly,

Hence, the correct answer is ‘AMIXIMEZ’.

34

Consider the following statement to be true even if they seem to be at variance from commonly known facts and decide which of the conclusion logically follows from the statements.

Statements:

A. Some bulbs are LEDs

B. Some LEDs are tubelights.

Conclusions:

I. Some tubelights are bulbs.

II. No tubelight is a bulb.

  1. ((a))

    Neither conclusion I nor II follows

  2. ((b))

    Only conclusion II follows

  3. ((c))

    Either conclusion I or II follows

  4. ((d))

    Only conclusion I follows

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Answer: ((c))

Either conclusion I or II follows

Conclusions I and II are possible but not definite and hence false. Also, they form a complementary pair.

Hence, ‘either conclusion I or II follows’.

35

How many triangles are there in the following figure?

A picture containing buildingDescription automatically generated

  1. ((a))

    35

  2. ((b))

    36

  3. ((c))

    34

  4. ((d))

    30

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Answer: ((a))

35

Hence, the correct answer is ‘35’.

36

If South-East becomes North, North-East becomes West and so on, what will South-West become?

  1. ((a))

    North

  2. ((b))

    West

  3. ((c))

    East

  4. ((d))

    South

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Answer: ((c))

East

Let the angle between South – East and North – East be 90⁰.

Rotation of South – East by 135⁰ (90⁰ + 45⁰) gives North.

Rotation of North – East by 135⁰ gives West.

Similarly, rotation of South – West by 135⁰ gives East.

Hence, the correct answer is ‘East’.

37

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

  1. ((a))

    Lawyer

  2. ((b))

    Doctor

  3. ((c))

    Engineer

  4. ((d))

    Education

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Answer: ((d))

Education

The pattern followed here is:

Lawyer, Doctor and Engineer are professionals whereas Education is not.

Hence, the correct answer is ‘Education’.

38

In a certain code language ‘CANDLE’ is written as ‘D1OEM2’ and MODERN’ is written as N4E2SO. How will ‘BEWARE’ be written in the same code language?

  1. ((a))

    D12OEM2

  2. ((b))

    C2X2S2

  3. ((c))

    CFY2S2

  4. ((d))

    C2X1S2

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

C2X1S2

The pattern followed here is:

A and E are coded as 1 and 2 respectively. Remaining letters are interchanged by the next letter in English alphabet.

B + 1 → C

E → 2

W + 1 → X

A → 1

R + 1 → S

E → 2

Hence, the correct answer is ‘C2X1S2’.

39

If in a certain code ‘OPERATION’ is written as ‘BWDATXPBJ’ and ‘PARENT’ is written as ‘WTADJX’, how will ‘ORIENT’ be written in that code?

  1. ((a))

    PSJFOU

  2. ((b))

    BAPDJX

  3. ((c))

    BPADJX

  4. ((d))

    BWPDJX

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Answer: ((b))

BAPDJX

The pattern followed here is:

OPERATION is coded as BWDATXPBJ and PARENT is coded as WTADJX.

Common letters between OPERATION and ORIENT: O, R, I, T, N

Common letters between PARENT and ORIENT: E, N, T

LetterORIENT
CodeBAPDJX

 

Hence, the correct answer is ‘BAPDJX’.

40

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

CFZ : HIU ∷ __________ : JLS

  1. ((a))

    EIX

  2. ((b))

    EHW

  3. ((c))

    FHX

  4. ((d))

    EIY

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Answer: ((a))

EIX

Similarly,

Hence, the correct answer is ‘EIX’.

41

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

  1. Chapter
  2. Word
  3. Letter
  4. Phrase
  5. Paragraph
  6. Sentence
  1. ((a))

    3, 2, 4, 6, 5, 1

  2. ((b))

    2, 3, 4, 1, 6, 5

  3. ((c))

    3, 2, 6, 4, 5, 1

  4. ((d))

    3, 2, 4, 6, 1, 5

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Answer: ((a))

3, 2, 4, 6, 5, 1

The pattern followed here is:

A letter is a part of a word; a word is a part of a phrase; a phrase is a part of sentence; a sentence is a part of a paragraph; a paragraph is a part of a chapter.

Letter → Word → Phrase → Sentence → Paragraph → Chapter

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

42

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

  1. ((a))

    93 : 117

  2. ((b))

    63 : 81

  3. ((c))

    133 : 171

  4. ((d))

    119 : 153

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Answer: ((a))

93 : 117

1) 93 : 117 → 13 × 7 = 91 ≠ 93 and 13 × 9 = 117

  1. 63 : 81 → 9 × 7 = 63 and 9 × 9 = 81

  2. 133 : 171 → 19 × 7 = 133 and 19 × 9 = 171

  3. 119 : 153 → 17 × 7 = 119 and 17 × 9 = 153

Hence, the correct answer is ’93 : 117’.

43

Which number will come next in the following series?

3, 7, 16, 32, 57, ________

  1. ((a))

    85

  2. ((b))

    80

  3. ((c))

    98

  4. ((d))

    93

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

93

The pattern followed here is:

3 + 22 = 7

7 + 32 = 16

16 + 42 = 32

32 + 52 = 57

57 + 62 = 93

Hence, the correct answer is ‘93’.

44

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

  1. ((a))

  2. ((b))

  3. ((c))

  4. ((d))

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Answer: ((c))

The pattern followed here is:

Second figure: Interchange symbols in the first row of the first figure

Third figure: Interchange symbols in the second row of the second figure

Fourth figure: Interchange symbols in the third row of the third figure

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

45

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

14 + 4 ÷ 5 – 18 × 2 = 25

  1. ((a))

    ÷ and +

  2. ((b))

    × and +

  3. ((c))

    × and -

  4. ((d))

    ÷ and ×

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Answer: ((d))

÷ and ×

14 + 4 ÷ 5 – 18 × 2

  1. ÷ and + → 14 ÷ 4 + 5 - 18 × 2 = - 55/2 ≠ 25

  2. × and + → 14 × 4 ÷ 5 - 18 + 2 = - 24/5 ≠ 25

  3. × and - → 14 + 4 ÷ 5 × 18 – 2 = 132/5 ≠ 25

4) ÷ and × → 14 + 4 × 5 - 18 ÷ 2 = 25

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

46

‘Skating’ is related to ‘Rink’ in the same way as ‘Tennis; is related to:

  1. ((a))

    Court 

  2. ((b))

    Arena

  3. ((c))

    Pitch

  4. ((d))

    Racket

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Answer: ((a))

Court 

Rink is the surface used for Skating.

Similarly, Court is the surface used for playing Tennis.

Hence, the correct answer is ‘Court’.

47

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

  1. ((a))

    Flaw : Defect

  2. ((b))

    Mend : Repair

  3. ((c))

    Vacant : Empty

  4. ((d))

    Sink : Float

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

Sink : Float

The pattern followed here is:

Options 1, 2 and 3 are pairs where the words are synonyms of each other.

In option 4, sink and float are antonyms of each other.

Hence, the correct answer is ‘Sink : Float’.

48

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

Z, X, V, T, R, ?

  1. ((a))

    S

  2. ((b))

    O

  3. ((c))

    P

  4. ((d))

    Q

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

P

Hence, the correct answer is ‘P’.

49

Choose the Venn diagram from the given options that best represents the relationship amongst the following classes:

Inert Gases, Chlorine, Helium

  1. ((a))

  2. ((b))

  3. ((c))

  4. ((d))

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

The pattern followed here is:

Helium is an inert gas whereas Chlorine is not.

Hence, the correct answer is ‘figure 1’.

50

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

  1. Ornaments
  2. Gold
  3. Goldsmith
  4. Jewellery shop
  5. Bride
  1. ((a))

    4, 2, 5, 3, 1

  2. ((b))

    2, 5, 4, 3, 1

  3. ((c))

    2, 4, 5, 1, 3

  4. ((d))

    2, 3, 1, 4, 5

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Answer: ((d))

2, 3, 1, 4, 5

Gold is used by a goldsmith to prepare ornaments which he sells in a jewelry shop from where a bride can buy the ones she likes.

Gold → Goldsmith → Ornaments → Jewelry shop → Bride

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

General Knowledge and General Awareness (50 questions)

51

In January 2019, the Supreme Court gave its nod to the on-going projects under India Nepal Buddhist Tour Plan, which connects four holy places by all-weather roads. Which of the following is NOT one of them.

  1. ((a))

    Yamunotri

  2. ((b))

    Badrinath

  3. ((c))

    Kedarnath

  4. ((d))

    Sabarimala

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

Sabarimala

  • Kedarnath, Badrinath, Yamunotri and Gangotri are holy places situated in the state of Uttarakhand.
  • The Government plans to build all-weather roads between Yamunotri, Gangotri, Kedarnath, Badrinath.
  • Lumbini in Nepal is the birthplace of Buddha.
  • All-weather roads connecting these holy places is a necessity as these places are situated in hilly terrain.
  • Sabarimala is a holy place situated in the state of Kerala. The supreme court has allowed the entry of women in the temple citing Article 14, 15.
52

A petition has been filed by NGO ________ Challenging the constitutional validity of both, Article 35 A and Article 370.

  1. ((a))

    We The Citizens

  2. ((b))

    We The Challengers

  3. ((c))

    We The Opposers

  4. ((d))

    We The Indians

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

We The Citizens

  • Article 35A of the Indian Constitution gave power to Jammu and Kashmir Legislature to define parameters on who can be permanent residents of the state and what privileges will be provided to them. It denies people from other states to own land and enjoy other privileges in Jammu and Kashmir.
  • We The Citizens is an RSS-linked NGO which challenged the constitutional validity of both Article 370 and Article 35A in August 2018 recently.
  • The initial petition by the Delhi based NGO to scrap Article 35A was filed before the Supreme Court in 2014.
53

From which city did Jeevan Rekha, the world's first hospital train start its journey on July 16, 1991?

  1. ((a))

    Bangalore

  2. ((b))

    New Delhi

  3. ((c))

    Varanasi

  4. ((d))

    Bombay

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

Bombay

The correct answer is Bombay.

  • Jeevan Rekha, also known as Lifeline Express is a train that provides hospital facilities while running on the railway tracks.
  • The train was inaugurated on 16 July 1991 and flagged off from the Chhatrapati Shivaji Terminus in Mumbai.
  • The train was started as a result of a collaboration between Indian Railways, Impact India Foundation (IIF), and the Health Ministry.
  • The purpose of this train is to travel throughout the Indian subcontinent and provide medical services to inaccessible rural areas.
54

Poor vision in human can be due to the deficiency of __________

  1. ((a))

    Iron

  2. ((b))

    Vitamin A

  3. ((c))

    Iodine

  4. ((d))

    Vitamin D

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

Vitamin A

  • Vitamin A is a fat-soluble vitamin that is essential for healthy vision, bones, and skin.
  • A deficiency in vitamin A causes dryness of the cornea which leads to clouding in front of the eye, vision loss, and corneal ulcers.
  • The deficiency can also cause damage to the retina.
55

Which is the largest tributary of the river Indus?

  1. ((a))

    Jhelum

  2. ((b))

    Chenab

  3. ((c))

    Sutlej

  4. ((d))

    Beas

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

Chenab

The correct answer is Chenab. 

Key Points

  • It is formed by two streams, the Chandra and the Bhaga, which join at Tandi near Keylong in Himachal Pradesh.
  • Hence, it is also known as Chandrabhaga.
  • The river flows for 1,180 km before entering Pakistan.
  • The major left bank tributaries of the Indus river are Jhelum, Chenab, Beas, Sutlej, and Zanskar.
  • Its right bank tributaries are Shyok, Gilgit, and the Kabul River.
  • A tributary is a freshwater stream that feeds into a larger stream or river.
  • A left-bank tributary is a stream that joins the main river on its left side and a right-bank tributary joins it on the right side.

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Additional Information

 Tributaries of the Indus river system:

Indus River System (and Its Tributaries) - UPSC

56

Which vitamin is prepared by our body in presence of Sunlight?

  1. ((a))

    Vitamin A

  2. ((b))

    Vitamin C

  3. ((c))

    Vitamin D

  4. ((d))

    Vitamin B

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

Vitamin D

  • Vitamin D is an essential mineral for bones, muscles, and teeth and it is made by our body from the cholesterol in our skin when it is exposed to sunlight.
  • When sunlight falls on the skin, the Ultraviolet B rays hit cholesterol and provideth energy to convert it into cholecalciferol which is the natural source for vitamin D synthesis.
  • Vitamin D is an important mineral as it stimulates the gut to absorb phosphorous and calcium which are essential for healthy and strong bones.
57

When was NABARD established?

  1. ((a))

    1982

  2. ((b))

    1980

  3. ((c))

    1986

  4. ((d))

    1984

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

1982

  • Established on 12 July 1982, the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development (NABARD) is a Development Financial Institution or Bank which mainly focuses on the rural sector of India.
  • NABARD was founded on the recommendations B.Sivaraman Committee.
  • It was established to implement the National Bank for Agriculture and Rural Development Act 1981.
  • It is responsible for Policy Planning and Operations concerning agriculture and economic activities in rural areas.
  • Its headquarters is in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
58

Which amongst the following is NOT the member of the BASIC group?

  1. ((a))

    South Africa

  2. ((b))

    India

  3. ((c))

    Australia

  4. ((d))

    Brazil

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

Australia

  • The BASIC group refers to a bloc of four advanced developing countries which include Brazil, South Africa, India, and China. Therefore, Australia is the right answer.
  • It was formed on 28 November 2009 through an agreement signed by the four countries.
  • This alliance aims at working on climate change and global warming.
59

A minor planet is named after which of the following legends?

  1. ((a))

    Milkha Singh

  2. ((b))

    A. R. Rehman

  3. ((c))

    Viswanathan Anand

  4. ((d))

    Sachin Tendulkar

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

Viswanathan Anand

  • On 1 April 2015, a minor planet was named '4538 Vishyanand' after Indian Chess Grand Master, Viswanathan Anand.
  • The minor planet was discovered on 10 October 1988 by Japanese astronomer Kenzo Suzuki but was unnamed.
  • Michael Rudenko, a member of Minor Planet Centre named the planet after Vishwanathan Anand considering his interest in astronomy and his performance in chess.
  • A minor planet is an astronomical object that is neither a comet nor a planet.
60

Jahangir, the ________ Mughal emperor ruled India from 1605 until his death in 1627.

  1. ((a))

    third

  2. ((b))

    fifth

  3. ((c))

    second

  4. ((d))

    fourth

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

fourth

  • Jahangir was the fourth Mughal emperor and his reign lasted from 3 November 1605 to 28 October 1627.

Key Points

  • He was the son of Mughal emperor Akbar and Mariam-uz-Zamani (or Jodha Bai).
  • He was named Salim but on ascending the throne, he adopted Jahangir which means "World Seizer", as his reign name.
  • He was succeeded by his third son, Prince Khurram better known as Shah Jahan.
  • The first Mughal emperor was Babur followed by Humayun, Akbar, Jahangir, Shah Jahan, Aurangzeb, and Bahadur Shah Zafar (in the order).
61

In January 2018, __________ became the second Indian Mountaineer after Malli Mastan Babu to climb Mount Ojos del salado, the highest Volcano in the world.

  1. ((a))

    Satyarup Siddhanta 

  2. ((b))

    Aruna Sinha

  3. ((c))

    Premlata Agrawal

  4. ((d))

    Mohan Singh Kohli

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Satyarup Siddhanta 

  • On 15 January 2018, Satyarup Siddhanta became the second Indian after Malli Mastan Babu to summit Ojos del Salado.
  • With an elevation of 6,893 m, it is the highest active volcano in the world. It is located in the Andes on the Argentina-Chile border.
  • Satyarup Siddhanta is a Bangalore based software engineer and mountaineer.
  • On 15 January 2019, he became the youngest mountaineer in the world and the first Indian to climb all 7 summits and the 7 volcanic summits.
62

In which city of India was the first ever Formula One race held?

  1. ((a))

    Mumbai

  2. ((b))

    Pune

  3. ((c))

    Greater Noida

  4. ((d))

    Faridabad

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

Greater Noida

  • The first Formula One race in India which was called the Indian Grand Prix was held at the Buddh International Circuit in Greater Noida.
  • The race was held on 30 October 2011 and was won by Sebastian Vettel (Red Bull Racing).
  • The circuit was 5.125 km long and was designed by Hermann Tilke, a German architect.
63

The Sepoy Mutiny of 1857 took place when _________ was the Governor General of India.

  1. ((a))

    Lord Bentinck

  2. ((b))

    Lord Wellesley

  3. ((c))

    Lord Dalhousie

  4. ((d))

    Lord Cannning

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

Lord Cannning

  • The Sepoy Mutiny of 1857 was an uprising by Indian soldiers (Sepoys) against the British army due to their misbehavior, ill-treatment, and forced westernization of the Hindu society.
  • Often regarded as the First War of Independence, the uprising started in Meerut and spread to Agra, Delhi, Kanpur, and Lucknow.
  • Preceded by Lord Dalhousie, Lord Canning assumed the office on 28 February 1856 and held it till 21 March 1862.
  • He was the Governor-General of India at the time of the Sepoy Mutiny of 1857. He was titled Clemency Clanning due to his tolerant and mild policies and how he managed to carry the Indian empire during the stressful situation.
64

In January 2019, Indian Space Research Organisation launched a special programme for school children named _______ to inculcate and nurture space research fervor in young minds.

  1. ((a))

    Young Scientist Programme

  2. ((b))

    Young Minds Programme

  3. ((c))

    Young Thoughts Programme

  4. ((d))

    Young Blood Programme

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Young Scientist Programme

  • The Young Scientist Programme (YUVIKA) was a special programme launched by the Indian Space Reseach Organisation in January 2019.
  • It was inaugurated by ISRO Director K Sivan on 17 May 2019.
  • The aim of this program was to impart basic knowledge of space technology and science to school going students from various parts of India.
  • The program lasted for 2 weeks and included lab visits, invited talks, and residential training at 4 ISRO centres- Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre, U R Rao Satellite Centre, North Eastern Space Applications Centre, and Space Applications Center (Bangalore).
65

The first woman Secretary general of SAARC is from which country?

  1. ((a))

    India

  2. ((b))

    Maldives

  3. ((c))

    Bhutan

  4. ((d))

    Sri Lanka

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

Maldives

  • Maldivian diplomat Fathimath Dhiyana Saeed was the first female Secretary-General of SAARC.
  • She was appointed at the 33rd Session of the SAARC Council of Ministers in February 2011.
  • She assumed the office in Kathmandu on 1 March 2011 and held the position till 24 January 2012.
  • The South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation (SAARC) is an intergovernmental organization and union of South Asian states India, Bangladesh, Bhutan, Pakistan, Sri Lanka, Afghanistan, Nepal, and the Maldives.
  • This organization works towards promoting regional and economic integration among the countries involved.
66

ZnSO4. 7H2O is the chemical formula of which substance?

  1. ((a))

    Green Vitriol

  2. ((b))

    White Vitriol

  3. ((c))

    Bleaching powder

  4. ((d))

    Blue Vitriol

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

White Vitriol

  • ZnSO4. 7H2O is the chemical formula of zinc sulfate, also known as white vitriol.
  • It is a crystalline, colorless, water soluble powder that is mainly used for preserving skins and wood, as mordant in calico painting, in bleaching of paper and in medicines.

Additional Information 

  • Green Vitriol: This is the common name for ferrous sulfate heptahydrate (FeSO₄·7H₂O).
  • White Vitriol: This is the common name for zinc sulfate heptahydrate (ZnSO₄·7H₂O).
  • Bleaching powder: This is another name for calcium hypochlorite (Ca(OCl)₂).
  • Blue Vitriol: This is the common name for copper sulfate pentahydrate (CuSO₄·5H₂O).
67

In Carbon dating, a weak C-14 molecule deteriorates and transforms into _______.

  1. ((a))

    C-16

  2. ((b))

    C-11

  3. ((c))

    N-14

  4. ((d))

    N-12

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

N-14

  • Carbon dating or Radiocarbon dating is a technique that is used to determine the age of an object which contains organic matter by employing the properties of a radioactive isotope of carbon, carbon-14.
  • C-14 is a rare isotope of carbon and it has 8 neutrons.
  • When C-14 becomes weak and starts decaying, it loses an electron and also, one of the neutrons turns into a proton which turns the isotope into Nitrogen-14.
68

Who is the author of the book, 'The Google Story'?

  1. ((a))

    Frederick Forsyth

  2. ((b))

    Vikram Seth

  3. ((c))

    David A. Vise

  4. ((d))

    Shobha Dey

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

David A. Vise

  • Published on 15 November 2005, 'The Google Story' is a non-fiction book written by David A. Vise and Mark Malseed.
  • The book discusses the company Google, its culture, its inception, and the founders.
69

The total forest cover in India as per the 2011 census is __________.

  1. ((a))

    17.80%

  2. ((b))

    23.42%

  3. ((c))

    21.05%

  4. ((d))

    22.07%

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

21.05%

  • As per the India State of Forest Report 2011, the total forest cover was reported to be 6,92,027 km2 which accounts for 21.05% of the total geographical area of India.
  • The report was released by the Forest Survey of India (FSI) on 7 February 2011.
  • FSI has been publishing forest cover reports biennially since 1987.
  • These reports are prepared from the interpretation of satellite data.
  • India State of Forest Report 2011 is the 12th such report.
70

As of February 2019, who is the Governor of Tamil Nadu?

  1. ((a))

    B.D. Mishra

  2. ((b))

    Banwarila Purohit

  3. ((c))

    O.P. Kohli

  4. ((d))

    Jagdish Mukhi

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

Banwarila Purohit

  • Banwarila Purohit was appointed as the Governor of Tamil Nadu on 30 September 2017 and assumed the office on 6 October 2017.
  • He is the 21st Governor of Tamil Nadu.
  • Prior to this, he served as the Governor of Assam (25th Governor of Assam) from 22 August 2016 to 29 September 2017 and Governor of Meghalaya (16th Governor of Meghalaya) from 27 January 2017 to 5 October 2017.
71

Bharat Ratna and Padma Vibhushan Awards in India were instituted in the year _______.

  1. ((a))

    1964

  2. ((b))

    1958

  3. ((c))

    1968

  4. ((d))

    1954

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

1954

The correct answer is 1954.

  • Bharat Ratna and Padma Vibhushan are both civilian awards of the Republic of India and were instituted on 2 January 1954.
  • Bharat Ratna is the highest civilian honour and Padma Vibhushan is the second-highest civilian honour.
  • Both awards are conferred in recognition of exceptional service to the country in any field.
  • The first Bharat Ratna was awarded to C.V. Raman (physicist), Sarvepalli Radhakrishnan (philosopher), and C. Rajagopalachari (politician).
  • The first Padma Vibhushan was awarded to Satyendra Nath Bose (physicist), Zakir Hussain (politician), V. K. Krishna Menon (politician), Nand Lal Bose (painter), Jigme Dorji Wangchuk (King of Bhutan), and Balasaheb Gangadhar Kher (politician).
72

India won South Asian 2018 Football Federation (SAFF) under-15 Women's Championship in _______.

  1. ((a))

    Hangzhou, China

  2. ((b))

    Jakarta, Indonesia

  3. ((c))

    Thimphu, Bhutan

  4. ((d))

    Nanjing, China

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

Thimphu, Bhutan

  • On 18 August 2018, India defeated Bangladesh to win the 2018 SAFF U-15 Women's Championship finals which were held at the Changlimithang Stadium in Thimphu, Bhutan.
  • It was the second edition of the South Asian Football Federation (SAFF) U-15 Women's Championship.
  • The tournament was held from 9 to 18 August 2018 in Bhutan.
73

Name the annual fair of Rajasthan at which camel trading is a major event?

  1. ((a))

    Surajkund Mela

  2. ((b))

    Maru Mela

  3. ((c))

    Pushkar Mela

  4. ((d))

    Sonepur Mela

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

Pushkar Mela

MELALOCATIONTIME PERIODMAIN FEATURE/ATTRACTION
Pushkar Mela (Kartik Mela)Pushkar, RajasthanIt begins with the Kartik month and ends on Kartik Purnima.- Trading of livestock such as camel, horse, and cattle. - Handicraft stalls, music, dance, and exhibitions.
Surajkund MelaSurajkund, Faridabad1-15 FebruaryA traditional crafts festival that displays designer items in wood, bamboo, textiles, stone, metal, and glass.
Maru MelaJaisalmer, RajasthanThe month of February, 3 days prior to full moon.- Traditional dance forms like Gair. - Folk music ballads and recitals. - Folk fire dance.
Sonepur MelaSonepur, BiharNovember-December, on Kartik Purnima (lasts for 15 days to a month)Biggest cattle fair in Asia
74

India won _______ medals at the Asian Games 2018 held in Indonesia.

  1. ((a))

    39

  2. ((b))

    49

  3. ((c))

    69

  4. ((d))

    29

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

69

  • India won a total of 69 medals (15 Gold medals, 24 Silver medals, and 30 Bronze medals) at the 2018 Asian Games.
  • The 2018 Asian Games were held from 18 August 2018 to 2 September 2018 in Jakarta and Palembang, Indonesia.
  • Neeraj Chopra was the flag bearer for the opening ceremony while Rani Rampal was the flag bearer for the closing ceremony.
  • The medal table was led by China followed by Japan, South Korea, Indonesia, Uzbekistan, Iran, Chinese Taipei, and India (coming in on the 8th position).
75

Guru Gobind Singh was the _______ Sikh Guru.

  1. ((a))

    eighth

  2. ((b))

    tenth

  3. ((c))

    ninth

  4. ((d))

    fifth

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

tenth

  • Guru Gobind Singh was the tenth and the last Guru of Sikhism.
  • Born on 5 January 1666, Guru Gobind Singh became a Guru at the age of 9 on 24 November 1675 after the martyrdom of his father, Guru Teg Bahadur Ji.
  • Guru Gobind Singh played an important role in molding Sikhism to its present shape.
  • He founded Khalsa, the Sikh warrior community in 1699. He also wrote important texts and introduced the five Ks of Sikhism.
76

From India, __________ won gold in the Men's Triple Jump event at Asian Games 2018 organized in Jakarta-Palembang, Indonesia.

  1. ((a))

    Arpinder singh

  2. ((b))

    Renjith Maheshwari

  3. ((c))

    Vijay Kumar

  4. ((d))

    Manjit Singh

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Arpinder singh

  • Arpinder Singh is an Indian triple jumper who with a score of 16.77 won the gold medal at the 2018 Asian Games-Men's Triple Jump.
  • The event took place on 29 August 2018 at the Gelora Bung Karno Stadium in Central Jakarta, Indonesia.
77

________ temple in Karnataka is the most extravagant architectural showpiece of Hampi.

  1. ((a))

    Meeanakshi

  2. ((b))

    Lingaraj

  3. ((c))

    Vittala

  4. ((d))

    Akshardham

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

Vittala

  • Located in the northeastern part of Hampi, Karnataka, the Vittala temple is an ancient monument and one of the largest monuments in Hampi.
  • It is located near the banks of the Tungabhadra river.
  • The temple was built during the reign of King Devaraya (1422-1446 A.D.) of the Vijayanagara Empire in the 15th century.
  • It was expanded and renovated during the reign of Krishnadevaraya (1508-1529 A.D.).
  • The temple is dedicated to Lord Vitthala, a form of Lord Vishnu.
78

The 'Global Talent Competitive Index' prepared by the _________ in partnership with Tata Communications and Adecco Group was released on the first day of the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2019.

  1. ((a))

    GURU GOBIND Business School

  2. ((b))

    SGT Business School

  3. ((c))

    INSEAD Business School

  4. ((d))

    JAMNALAL Business School

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

INSEAD Business School

  • For the year 2019, The Global Talent Competitive Index prepared by INSEAD Business School in partnership with Adecco Group and Tata Communications was released on the first day of the World Economic Forum Annual Meeting 2019 which was 22 January 2019.
  • The list was topped by Switzerland followed by Singapore, USA, Norway, Denmark, Finland, Sweden, Netherlands, UK, and Luxembourg (in the order). India was ranked 80th.
  • The Global Talent Competitive Index is an annual report that determines the ability of various countries to compete for talent. This research covers 114 cities and 125 economies.
  • It was launched in 2013.
79

Which ruler constructed the highest and biggest gateway of Victory, Buland Darwaza?

  1. ((a))

    Mohammed Ghori

  2. ((b))

    Akbar

  3. ((c))

    Aurangzeb

  4. ((d))

    Jahangir

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

Akbar

  • Also known as the "Door of Victory", the Buland Darwaza was built by Mughal emperor Akbar in 1601 A.D.
  • He built the gateway to commemorate his conquest of Gujrat in 1573.
  • It is located 43 km from Agra, as the main entrance to the Fatehpur Sikri complex.
  • It is the highest gateway in the world.
80

________ Tiger reserve in Karnataka is home to the largest number of Asian elephants in the world.

  1. ((a))

    Nagarhole Tiger Reserve

  2. ((b))

    Ranthambore Tiger Project

  3. ((c))

    Kanha National Park

  4. ((d))

    Bandhvagarh National Park

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Nagarhole Tiger Reserve

  • Distributed throughout Southeast Asia and the Indian subcontinent, the Asian elephant is the largest land animal species in Asia.
  • It has been listed as Endangered on the IUCN Red List and currently has an estimated population of 40,000 to 50,000.
  • About half of this population is reported to be in India, mainly the Nagarhole Tiger Reserve which is located in the Mysore district of Karnataka.
  • The decline in the population of Asian elephants has been mainly attributed to poaching, habitat loss, fragmentation, and habitat degradation.
81

Which is the largest freshwater lake in India?

  1. ((a))

    Chilika Lake

  2. ((b))

    Pangong Tso

  3. ((c))

    Wular Lake

  4. ((d))

    Udai Sagar

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

Wular Lake

  • Located in the Bandipora district of Jammu and Kashmir, the Wular Lake is the largest freshwater lake in India.
  • It is a part of the Jhelum river basin and spreads over an area of about 200 km2.
  • Chilika Lake is the largest non-freshwater lake in India. It is located in Odisha.
  • Udai Sagar is one of the five prominent lakes of Udaipur.
  • Pangong Tso is a "high grassland lake" located in Ladakh.
82

Which of the following metals is found in free state in nature?

  1. ((a))

    Copper

  2. ((b))

    Sodium

  3. ((c))

    Potassium

  4. ((d))

    Aluminium

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Copper

  • The reactivity of a metal is defined as its tendency to undergo a chemical reaction, either with another material or by itself.
  • Metals that have high reactivity readily react and therefore, cannot exist in a free state whereas metals with low reactivity can be found in a free state in nature.
  • Following is the order of reactivity in metals from highest to lowest:

Potassium>Sodium>Calcium>Magnesium>Aluminium>Zinc>Iron>Tin>Lead>Hydrogen>Copper>Mercury>Silver>Gold

As can be seen, copper has low reactivity which is why it can exist in the free state whereas sodium, potassium, and aluminium cannot since they have high reactivities.

83

Identify the SI unit of electrical resistance.

  1. ((a))

    Ohm

  2. ((b))

    Watt

  3. ((c))

    Coulomb

  4. ((d))

    Ampere

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Ohm

Concept:

  • Resistance of a substance is defined as its property to resist or obstruct the flow of charge (current) through it.
  • Its SI unit is the ohm (Ω\Omega).
  • Ohm's law states that the potential difference (V) across a circuit is directly proportional to the current (I) passing through it. As per this law,

           V = IR       (where R is the resistance)

           R=VI or,;1;ohm=1;volt1;amperesR=\frac{V}{I}\ or, ; 1 ; ohm = \frac{1 ; volt}{1 ; amperes}

Explanation:

From the above explanation, we can see that the SI unit of electric resistance is Ohm's 

Also SI unit of other quantity is as shown below 

QuantitySI unitFormula
ResistanceOhmR=ρLAR=\frac{\rho L}{A}
ChargeCoulomb-
PowerWattP = Work/time
CurrentAmpereI = Q/t
84

The Imperial Bank of India was renamed as _______ in 1955.

  1. ((a))

    Central Bank of India

  2. ((b))

    The State Bank of India

  3. ((c))

    Allahabad Bank

  4. ((d))

    Punjab National Bank

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

The State Bank of India

  • On 30 April 1955, the Imperial Bank of India was renamed the State Bank of India.
  • The Imperial Bank of India was founded by J. M. Keynes on 27 January 1921.
  • It was an amalgamation of the three Presidency Banks- Bank of Bengal, Bank of Madras, and Bank of Bombay.
  • Its headquarters is in Mumbai, Maharashtra.
85

Where was the Sanskriti Kumbh, a 29 days cultural extravaganza, held in January 2019?

  1. ((a))

    Chandrashila

  2. ((b))

    Sonprayag

  3. ((c))

    Agastyamuni

  4. ((d))

    Prayagaraj

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

Prayagaraj

  • A 29 days cultural festival, the Sanskriti Kumbh was held at the Kumbh Mela area in Prayagraj, Uttar Pradesh.
  • The Ministry of Culture of the Government of India organized the festival under the "Ek Bharat Shreshtha Bharat" initiative.
  • The purpose of this festival was to celebrate the conglomeration of Indian Heritage and Spiritual Consciousness by showcasing its various aspects like handicrafts, folk and tribal art forms, cuisines, etc.
86

Which of the following is the vector of Malaria?

  1. ((a))

    Aedes Mosquito

  2. ((b))

    Anopheles Mosquito

  3. ((c))

    Sand Fly

  4. ((d))

    Fleas

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

Anopheles Mosquito

  • Malaria is a mosquito-borne disease that is transmitted by the infected female Anopheles mosquito.
  • Malaria is an infectious disease that is caused by 5 species of Plasmodium which are Plasmodium ovale, Plasmodium vivax, Plasmodium falciparum, Plasmodium malariae, and Plasmodium knowlesi (Rarely).
  • Its main symptoms include headache, fever, fatigue, vomiting and in severe cases seizures, yellow skin, coma, and even death.
87

The fifth Sikh Guru compiled Adi Granth, the first official edition of the Sikh scripture.

  1. ((a))

    Guru Arjan Dev

  2. ((b))

    Guru Gobind Singh

  3. ((c))

    Guru Ram Das

  4. ((d))

    Guru Amar Das

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Guru Arjan Dev

  • Guru Arjan Dev compiled the first edition of the Sikh scripture, the Adi Granth which is the foundation of the Guru Granth Sahib, the principal scripture of Sikhism.
  • He compiled all the hymns of the previous Sikh Gurus and also contributed 2218 hymns to the scripture.
  • Born on 15 April 1563, Guru Arjan Dev became a Guru on 16 September 1581, making him the fifth Sikh Guru of Sikhism.
  • He was tortured and executed on 30 May 1606 on orders of Mughal emperor Jahangir for refusing to convert to Islam.
  • He was preceded by his father Guru Ram Das and succeeded by his son Guru Hargobind.

88

Who was the first Indian to ski to the North Pole?

  1. ((a))

    Neal Paramjeet

  2. ((b))

    Arun Nayyar

  3. ((c))

    Ajeet Bajaj

  4. ((d))

    Sanjay Thapar

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

Ajeet Bajaj

  • Ajeet Bajaj is an Indian explorer and adventurer. He is the first Indian to have completed the Polar trilogy which involves skiing to the North Pole, South Pole and across the Greenland Icecap.
  • He became the first Indian to ski to the North Pole in April 2006.
  • Also, he became the first Indian to ski to the South Pole in January 2007 and across the Greenland Icecap in May 2011
  • For his contributions in the field of adventure, Ajeet Bajaj was awarded the Padma Shri in 2012.
89

Guru Gobind Singh commanded Sikhs to wear five items all the time Which of the following is NOT one of these five items?

  1. ((a))

    Kesh

  2. ((b))

    Kara

  3. ((c))

    Kangha

  4. ((d))

    Kila

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

Kila

  • Guru Gobind Singh became a Guru at the age of 9 on 24 November 1675. He was the tenth and last Guru of Sikhism.
  • He founded Khalsa, the Sikh warrior community in 1699.
  • He introduced the five Ks of Sikhism which refers to the 5 items that a Khalsa Sikh should wear at all times. These are as follows:
  1. Kesh- uncut hair
  2. Kangha- a wooden comb for hair
  3. Kirpan- iron dagger
  4. Kara- an iron bracelet
  5. Kachera- cotton tieable undergarments
  • Therefore, Kila is not one of the five Ks.
90

With which of the following folk dance, India has made it's entry in the Guinness Book of World Records in the year 2015?

  1. ((a))

    Nati

  2. ((b))

    Garba

  3. ((c))

    Bihu

  4. ((d))

    Bhangra

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Nati

The correct answer is Nati

Key Points

  • With 9,892 dancers, the Kullu district administration set a Guinness World Record for the largest Nati dance on 26 October 2015.
  • The dance was performed during the week-long festivities of Dussehra in Kullu.
  • The dance which was called the "Pride of Kullu" was organized to raise the message of "save girl child".
  • 13000 women had registered for the event but only 9,892 managed to get their barcodes scanned.
91

Article 35 A was incorporated into the Indian Constitution based on the _______ Delhi agreement entered between then Prime Minister Jawaharlal Nehru and the then Prime Minister of Jammu and Kashmir Sheikh Abdullah.

  1. ((a))

    1960

  2. ((b))

    1952

  3. ((c))

    1956

  4. ((d))

    1955

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

1952

  • Article 35A of the Indian Constitution gave power to Jammu and Kashmir state's Legislature to define parameters on who can be permanent residents of the state and what privileges will be provided to them.
  • It was introduced under Article 370 of the Indian Constitution through The Constitution Order, 1954 which was issued by the then President, Dr. Rajendra Prasad.
  • The order was passed as a subsequent to the '1952 Delhi Agreement' which dealt with the extension of Indian citizenship to the subjects of Jammu and Kashmir.
  • This agreement was signed in 1952 between the then Prime Minister of Jammu and Kashmir, Sheikh Abdullah and Jawaharlal Nehru.
92

In January 2019, the ________ cargo craft departed from the International Space Station after its successful mission to deliver scientific equipment and other supplies.

  1. ((a))

    SpaceY

  2. ((b))

    SapceZ

  3. ((c))

    SpaceM

  4. ((d))

    SpaceX

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

SpaceX

  • SpaceX is a Space research and technology company founded in the year 2002. It manufactures and launches advanced rockets and spacecraft.
  • The company has revolutionized space technology by launching the most powerful rocket, Falcon Heavy.
  • The company is owned by Entrepreneur Billionaire Elon Musk.
  • The company made history in 2012 when its Dragon spacecraft became the first commercial spacecraft to deliver cargo to and from the International Space Station.
93

Prime Minister Narendra Modi released a commemorative coin and stamp dedicated to _________ to mark his 350th birth anniversary on 5th January 2019.

  1. ((a))

    Guru Amar Das

  2. ((b))

    Guru Gobind Singh

  3. ((c))

    Guru Arjan Dev

  4. ((d))

    Guru Ram Das

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

Guru Gobind Singh

  • To mark the 350th birth anniversary (5th January 2017) of Guru Gobind Singh, Prime Minister Narendra Modi released a commemorative coin of Rs. 350 on 5th January 2019.
  • The coin has a standard weight of 35 g and contains 50% silver, 40% copper and 5% zinc and nickel (each).
  • The coins also have the years 2017 and 1666 engraved on its right and left periphery respectively.
  • Prime Minister Narendra Modi also released a commemorative postage stamp on 5th January 2017 during the 350th birth anniversary celebrations of Guru Gobind Singh.
  • Guru Gobind Singh was the tenth Sikh Guru. He is known for establishing the Khalsa community and introducing the 5 Ks.
94

Which of the following is known as the study of earthquakes?

  1. ((a))

    Seismology

  2. ((b))

    Lithology

  3. ((c))

    Semiology

  4. ((d))

    Histology

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Seismology

  • Seismology is the study of earthquakes and seismic waves which are energy waves that travel through and around the earth due to sudden breaking of rock or explosion within the earth.
  • Lithology refers to the study of the physical characteristics of rocks and sediments.
  • Semiology, also known as, semiotics is the study of signs and sign-using behaviour.
  • The study of microscopic tissues and their structure is called histology.
95

Which of the following banks is NOT a public sector bank?

  1. ((a))

    Jammu and Kashmir Bank Ltd.

  2. ((b))

    Canara Bank

  3. ((c))

    State Bank of India

  4. ((d))

    IndusInd Bank

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

IndusInd Bank

A public sector bank is a type of bank in which the majority of the share is held by the government whereas, in a private sector bank, the majority is held by stakeholders of the bank.

BANKTYPEFOUNDEDHEADQUARTERS
Induslnd BankPrivateApril 1994Mumbai
State Bank of IndiaPublic1 July 1955Mumbai
Canara BankPublic1 July 1906Bengaluru
Jammu and Kashmir Bank Ltd.Public1 October 1938Srinagar
96

Which of the following instruments measures infra-red radiation?

  1. ((a))

    Phenograph

  2. ((b))

    Pyrheliometer

  3. ((c))

    Cathetometer

  4. ((d))

    Bolometer

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

Bolometer

Concept:

A Bolometer is a device for measuring the power of incident electromagnetic radiation via the heating of a material with a temperature-dependent electrical resistance. In this device, a resistive element is exposed to microwave power.

A dc bias current is applied to the resistor to raise its temperature via Joule heating, such that the resistance is matched to the waveguide characteristic impedance.

After applying microwave power, the bias current is reduced to return the Bolometer to its resistance in the absence of microwave power.

The change in the dc power is then equal to the absorbed microwave power

Explanation:

From the above explanation, we can see that,

DeviceUses
BolometerIt is used to measures heat and radiation of Microwave energy and infrared radiation.
PhenoGraphIt is a is software that divides high dimensional single-cell data into subpopulations.
PyrheliometerIt is a device that detects direct (normal incidence) solar beam radiation.
CathetometerIt is a device which is used to measure small vertical distances.
97

Article 35A was incorporated into the Constitution of India in ________ by an order of then president Rajendra Prasad on the advice of the Jawaharlal Nehru Cabinet.

  1. ((a))

    1956

  2. ((b))

    1959

  3. ((c))

    1954

  4. ((d))

    1950

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

1954

  • Article 35A was introduced on 14 May 1954 under Article 370 of the Indian Constitution through The Constitution Order, 1954.
  • It was issued by the then President, Dr. Rajendra Prasad on the advice of Jawaharlal Nehru.
  • The order was passed as a subsequent to the '1952 Delhi Agreement' which dealt with the extension of Indian citizenship to the subjects of Jammu and Kashmir.
  • Article 35A gave power to Jammu and Kashmir state's Legislature to define parameters on who can be permanent residents of the state and what privileges will be provided to them.
98

Article ____________ of the Constitution of India provides special rights and privileges to permanent residents of Jammu and Kashmir.

  1. ((a))

    32A

  2. ((b))

    34A

  3. ((c))

    35A

  4. ((d))

    31A

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Answer: ((c))

35A

  • This article is now obsolete and J&K is now a union territory.
  • Article 35A of the Indian Constitution was given the power to the Jammu and Kashmir state's Legislature to define who can be the permanent residents of the State and what special privileges and rights can be enjoyed by them.
  • It was introduced under Article 370 of the Indian Constitution through The Constitution Order, 1954.
  • Following are the privileges provided to the permanent residents as per Article 35A:
  • Employment under the State Government.
  • Ability to contest elections and vote.
  • Ability to acquire immovable property and land in the State.
  • Access to health care and higher education benefits.
  • Right to scholarships and other such forms provided by the State Government.
99

The Presidential order was issued under _________ of the Constitution of India which allows the president to make certain "exceptions and modifications" to the Constitution for the benefit of 'State subjects' of Jammu and Kashmir.

  1. ((a))

    Article 304 (1) (d)

  2. ((b))

    Article 340 (1) (d)

  3. ((c))

    Article 370 (1) (d)

  4. ((d))

    Article 314 (1) (d)

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

Article 370 (1) (d)

  • It was under Article 370 (1) d that the Presidential Order was introduced as per which, the President has the power to make changes in the Constitution for the benefit of the people of Jammu and Kashmir.
  • Article 370 of the Indian Constitution gave special status and benefits to the people of Jammu and Kashmir.
  • It was enacted as part of the Indian Constitution on 26 November 1949.
100

Identify the largest muscle in the human body.

  1. ((a))

    Sartorius

  2. ((b))

    Iliopsoas

  3. ((c))

    Gluteus Maximus

  4. ((d))

    Latissimus Dorsi

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

Gluteus Maximus

  • Located at the back of the hip, the Gluteus maximus is the largest muscle in the human body.
  • It is mainly responsible for hip rotation and hip extension.
  • It is one of the three gluteal muscles. The other two are Gluteus minimus and Gluteus medius.
  • Running from the upper thigh down to the inside of the knee, the Sartorius is the longest muscle in the body.
  • Latissimus Dorsi is the widest muscle in the body and it is located in the lower and middle back.

Mistake Points Do not confuse with the Largest and longest muscles. The sartorius muscle is the longest muscle in the human body. It is a long, thin, superficial muscle that runs down the length of the thigh in the anterior compartment.

Quantitative Aptitude (50 questions)

101

An alloy contains 32% copper 24% nickel and rest zinc. How much zinc is present in 12 kg of the alloy?

  1. ((a))

    5.28 kg

  2. ((b))

    6.72 kg

  3. ((c))

    528 kg

  4. ((d))

    672 kg

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

5.28 kg

Given, the alloy contains 32% copper, 24% nickel and rest zinc, then

Percentage of zinc in the alloy = 100% - 32% - 24% = 44%

Quantity of zinc in 12 kg alloy = 12 × (44/100) = 5.28 kg.

102

The ages of A and B are in the ratio 5 ∶ 7. Five years ago, their ages were in the ratio 5 ∶ 8. The respective present ages (in years) are∶

  1. ((a))

    10, 14

  2. ((b))

    20, 28

  3. ((c))

    25, 40

  4. ((d))

    15, 21

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

15, 21

Present Ratio of ages of A and B = 5x ∶ 7x

According to the question

(5x - 5) / (7x - 8) = 5/8

(5x - 5) × 8 = (7x - 5) × 5

40x - 40 = 35x - 25

40x - 35x = 40 - 25

x = 3

Present age of A = 5x = 5 × 3 = 15

Present age of B = 7x = 7 × 3 = 21

103

The volume of a conical tent is 924 m3 and its base area is 154 m2. The height of the tent is∶

  1. ((a))

    24 m

  2. ((b))

    6 m

  3. ((c))

    18 m

  4. ((d))

    12 m

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

18 m

Given, Volume of conical tent = 924 m3 and Area of Base = 154 m2

As we know,

Volume of conical tent = 1/3 Area of Base × Height

924 = 1/3 × 154 × Height

Height = (924 × 3)/154 = 18 m

104

6 men or 5 women earn Rs. 14,820 in two days. How much will 4 women and 6 men earn in one day?

  1. ((a))

    Rs. 13,338

  2. ((b))

    Rs. 13,832

  3. ((c))

    Rs. 26,676

  4. ((d))

    Rs. 27,664

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Rs. 13,338

6 men or 5 women earn Rs. 14,820 in two days

6 men earn in two days = 14820

6 men earn in 1 days = 14820/2 = 7410

5 women earn in two days = 14820

5 women earn in 1 days = 14820/2 = 7410

1 woman earn in 1 days = 7410/5 = 1482

4 women earn in 1 days = 1482 × 4 = 5928

4 women and 6 men earn in 1 day = 5928 + 7410 = 13,338

105

A and B are at a distance of 1.7 km apart and they start running towards each other at a speed of 8 m/s and 9 m/s respectively. After how much time will take meet each other?

  1. ((a))

    1 minutes 40 seconds

  2. ((b))

    1 minutes 4 seconds

  3. ((c))

    14 minutes

  4. ((d))

    14 seconds.

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

1 minutes 40 seconds

Speed of A = 8 m/s and speed of B = 9 m/s

Distance between them = 1.7 km = 1700 m

If they running toward each other then speed = 8 + 9 = 17 m/s

As we know,

Time = Distance/speed

Time = 1700/17 = 100 second

As we know, 1 min = 60 sec

100 sec = 1 min 40 sec

106

A goes to a mall from his house on a cycle at 8 km/h and comes back to his house on a cycle at 6 km/h. If he takes 1 hour 10 minutes in all, what is the distance between his house and the mall?

  1. ((a))

    8 km

  2. ((b))

    4 km

  3. ((c))

    5 km

  4. ((d))

    6 km

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

4 km

As we know, 1 hr + 10 min = 70/60 hr

Let the distance between house and mall be x km

According to the question

x/8 + x/6 = 70/60 hr

7x/24 = 70/60

x = 70/60 × 24/7 = 4 km

107

If 2 sin 3θ = 1, then the value of θ is∶

  1. ((a))

    10°

  2. ((b))

    45°

  3. ((c))

    20°

  4. ((d))

    30°

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

10°

2 sin 3θ = 1

sin 3θ = 1/2

sin 3θ = sin 30°

3θ = 30°

θ = 30°/3 = 10°

108

ABCD is a cyclic quadrilateral such that AB is a diameter of the circle circumscribing it and ∠BAC = 50°. Then ∠ADC is equal to∶

  1. ((a))

    60°

  2. ((b))

    150°

  3. ((c))

    130°

  4. ((d))

    140°

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

140°

⇒ 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°,

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

⇒ ∠ACB + ∠ABC + ∠BAC = 180°

⇒ 90° + 50° + ∠ABC = 180°

⇒ ∠ABC = 180° - 140° = 40°

⇒ ∠ADC + ∠ABC = 180

⇒ ∠ADC = 180° - 40° = 140°.

109

The string of a kite is 30 m long and it makes an angle 60° with the horizontal. The height of the kite above the ground is∶

  1. ((a))

    10√3 m

  2. ((b))

    15 m

  3. ((c))

    7.5 m

  4. ((d))

    15√3 m

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

15√3 m

Let the height of the kite be AB.

As we know,

In ΔABC

sin 60° = AB/AC

√3/2 = AB/30

AB = √3/2 × 30 = 15√3

110

Three cubes with edges 6 cm each are joined end to end to form a cuboid. The total surface area of the cuboid is∶

  1. ((a))

    432 cm2

  2. ((b))

    504 cm2

  3. ((c))

    648 cm2

  4. ((d))

    720 cm2

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

504 cm2

Edge of each cube = 6 cm

If 3 cubes are joined end to end, then

Length of newly formed cuboid = 3 × 6 = 18 cm

Breadth of newly formed cuboid = 6 cm

Height of the newly formed cuboid = 6 cm

As we know,

Total surface area of cuboid = 2 (lb + bh + hl) = 2 (18 × 6 + 6 × 6 + 6 × 18) = 2 (108 + 36 + 108) = 2 × 252 = 504 cm2

111

The single discount equivalent to two successive discounts of 12% and 8% is∶ (rounded off)

  1. ((a))

    17%

  2. ((b))

    18%

  3. ((c))

    19%

  4. ((d))

    20%

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

19%

Short trick∶

Single Successive equivalent discount of 12% and 8%

⇒ 12 + 8 - [(12 × 8)/100] = 20 - 0.96 = 19% (approx)

Direction∶ The line graph shows electricity consumption (in units) for three households A, B and C for months February to May.

112

If the per unit rate chart is∶

UnitsRate per unit
First 502.40
Next 503.50
Above5.50

 

In the given line graph, the electricity charges collected from all (A, B and C) for the month of February is∶

  1. ((a))

    Rs. 348.00

  2. ((b))

    Rs. 474.20

  3. ((c))

    Rs. 396.80

  4. ((d))

    Rs. 506.8

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

Rs. 396.80

Total consumption of electricity of households C = 61 unit

Total charges of households of C = 50 × 2.40 + (61 - 50) × 3.5 = 120 + 38.5 = 158.5

Total consumption of electricity of households B = 55 unit

Total charges of households of A = 50 × 2.40 + (55 - 50) × 3.5 = 120 + 17.5 = 137.5

Total consumption of electricity of households A = 42 × 2.40 = 100.8

Total charges collected of all three households = 158.5 + 137.5 + 100.8 = 396.80

113

The sum of all possible three digit numbers formed by digits 3, 0 and 7 using each digit only once is∶

  1. ((a))

    2010

  2. ((b))

    1990

  3. ((c))

    2220

  4. ((d))

    2110

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

2110

Three digit numbers which we can be formed using 3, 0 and 7 are:

307, 703, 730 and 370

∴ Required sum = 307 + 703 + 730 + 370 = 2110

Direction∶ The given bar chart shows the details of cycle sales by a company between January and May for year 2017.

114

In the given bar-chart, which month sales shows the maximum increases in 2018 as against 2017?

  1. ((a))

    April

  2. ((b))

    March

  3. ((c))

    January

  4. ((d))

    May

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

March

Percentage decrease in May month = [(450 - 400)/450] × 100 = 11.11%

Percentage decrease in April month = [(200 - 180)/200] × 100 = 10%

Percentage increase in March = [(240 - 110)/110] × 100 = 118.18%

Percentage decrease in February month = [(350 - 300)/350] × 100 = 14.28%

Percentage increase in January month = [(230 - 220)/220] × 100 = 4.54%

Hence, Maximum increase in March month.

115

In the given figure, XYZ is an equilateral triangle, ∠XAY = 40°, ∠XBZ = 30° then ∠AXB is equal to∶

  1. ((a))

    110°

  2. ((b))

    60°

  3. ((c))

    80°

  4. ((d))

    90°

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

110°

As we know,

Sum of all three angles of a triangle is 180°.

Given, ∠XAY = 40°, ∠XBZ = 30° then ∠AXB = ?

∠XAY + ∠XBZ + ∠AXB = 180°

40° + 30° + ∠AXB = 180°

∠AXB = 180° - 40° - 30° =110°

116

The area of each square of a chessboard having 64 equal squares is 4 cm2. If there is a border on all the sides of the chessboard of 2 cm, then the perimeter of the chessboard is∶

  1. ((a))

    128 cm

  2. ((b))

    80 cm

  3. ((c))

    70 cm

  4. ((d))

    256 cm

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

80 cm

The area of each square of a chessboard having 64 equal squares is 4 cm2

Total area of chessboard = 4 × 64 = 256 cm2

a2 = 256

a = √256

a = 16 cm

If there is a boarder on all the side of the chessboard of 2 cm, then

Side of the chessboard with boarder = 16 + 2 + 2 = 20

Perimeter of chessboard with boarder = 4a = 4 × 20 = 80 cm

117

In the given bar-chart, what is the total increase or decrease in percentage sale in 2018?

  1. ((a))

    1.5% increase

  2. ((b))

    3% increase

  3. ((c))

    3% decrease

  4. ((d))

    1.5% decrease

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

1.5% increase

Total sales in the year 2017 = 450 + 200 + 110 + 350 + 220 = 1330

Total sales in the year 2018 = 400 + 180 + 240 + 300 + 230 = 1350

Total increase in sales in 2018 = 1350 - 1330 = 20

Percentage increased by = (20/1330) × 100 = 1.5%

118

PA and PB are two tangents to a circle with centre O, from a point P outside the circle. A and B are points on the circle. If ∠OAB = 20°, then ∠APB is equal to∶

  1. ((a))

    25°

  2. ((b))

    50°

  3. ((c))

    20°

  4. ((d))

    40°

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

40°

In ΔOAB

⇒ OA = OB      [Radius of the circle]

∴ ∠OAB = ∠OBA

⇒ ∠OAB + ∠OBA + ∠AOB = 180°

⇒ ∠AOB = 180° - 2∠OAB

⇒ ∠OAB = 180° - 2 × 20° = 180° - 40° = 140°

As we know,

⇒ ∠AOB + ∠APB = 180°

⇒ ∠APB = 180° - 140° = 40°

119

The volume of a solid cylinder with height 6 cm is 231 cm3. The radius of the cylinder is∶

  1. ((a))

    21 cm

  2. ((b))

    2.1 cm

  3. ((c))

    35 cm

  4. ((d))

    3.5 cm

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

3.5 cm

Given:

Height of the cylinder= 6 cm

Volume of the cylinder = 231 cm3

Formula used:

Volume of cylinder = πr2h

where,

r = radius of cylinder

h = height of cylinder

Calculations:

Volume of cylinder = πr2h

⇒ 231 = (22/7) × r2 × 6

⇒ r2 = 231 × (7/22) × (1/6)

⇒ r2 = 12.25

⇒ r = √12.25

⇒ r = 3.5 cm

∴ The radius of the cylinder is 3.5 cm.

120

A manufacture sells the product to a wholesaler at 6% profit, the wholesaler sells the product to a retailer at 8% profit and the retailer sells the product to his customer at 10% profit. The price paid by the customer is Rs. 31,482. The cost of the product to the manufacturer is∶

  1. ((a))

    Rs. 28,306

  2. ((b))

    Rs. 26,524

  3. ((c))

    Rs. 25,000

  4. ((d))

    Rs. 26,980

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

Rs. 25,000

Let the cost price of the article be Rs. x

According to the question

x × (106/100) × (108/100) × (110/100) = 31482

⇒ x = 31482 × (100/106) × (100/108) × (100/110)

⇒ x = 25,000

121

The average age of a cricket team of eleven players is 27 years. If two more players are included in the team the average becomes 26 years, then the average age (in years) of the two included players is∶

  1. ((a))

    24.5

  2. ((b))

    20.5

  3. ((c))

    26

  4. ((d))

    27

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

20.5

Average age of eleven players is = 27 years

Sum of age of 11 players = 27 × 11 = 297 years

If two players are included in the team, then average age of 13 players = 26 years

Sum of age of 13 players = 13 × 26 = 338 years

Sum of age of two players (included) = 338 - 297 = 41 years

Average age of two players (included) = 41/2 = 20.5 years

122

In the given bar-chart, which month sales show the maximum decrease (in Percentage) in 2018 as compared to 2017?

  1. ((a))

    May

  2. ((b))

    February

  3. ((c))

    April

  4. ((d))

    January

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

February

Percentage decrease in May month = [(450 - 400)/450] × 100 = 11.11%

Percentage decrease in April month = [(200 - 180)/200] × 100 = 10%

Percentage increase in March = [(240 - 110)/110] × 100 = 118.18%

Percentage decrease in February month = [(350 - 300)/350] × 100 = 14.28%

Percentage increase in January month = [(230 - 220)/220] × 100 = 4.54%

Hence, maximum decrease (in Percentage) in February.

123

In the given line graph, the difference between the total electrical consumption between months of February and April is∶

  1. ((a))

    97

  2. ((b))

    74

  3. ((c))

    121

  4. ((d))

    15

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

121

Total consumption of electricity of February = 61 + 55 + 42 = 158

Total consumption of electricity of April = 95 + 100 + 84 = 279

Required difference = 279 - 158 = 121

Direction∶ The given pie-chart depicts the percentage of student coming to school using different modes of transport. Total number of students = 1300

124

In the given pie-chart, if 234 students used to walk, then how many come by bus?

  1. ((a))

    507

  2. ((b))

    273

  3. ((c))

    432

  4. ((d))

    286

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

507

Percentage of students who come by bus = 39%

Percentage of students who used to walk = 18%

Number of students who used to walk = 234

18% represents = 234

1% represents = 234/18 = 13

39% will represents = 507

125

Which of the following statement is true?

  1. ((a))

    LCM of two natural numbers is divisible by their HCF 

  2. ((b))

    HCF + LCM of two number = Product of the two numbers 

  3. ((c))

    Two prime numbers are co-prime numbers if their LCM is 1

  4. ((d))

    HCF of two numbers is the smallest common divisor of both numbers. 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

LCM of two natural numbers is divisible by their HCF 

Statement 1 is true.

Proof∶

Let the two number be 4 and 6

4 = 2 × 2

6 = 2 × 3

HCF = 2

LCM = 2 × 2 × 3 = 12

12 is divisible by 2 now it is clear LCM of two natural numbers is divisible by their HCF 

Now, 

HCF × LCM = Product of the two numbers 

Hence, Statement 2 is incorrect

HCF is the factor of any two or more numbers, which are common among them hence is not the smallest common divisor of both numbers.

Hence, the correct option is 1 i.e. LCM of two natural numbers is divisible by their HCF.

126

A number which, when increased by 16% becomes 1914. The number is∶

  1. ((a))

    2220

  2. ((b))

    1650

  3. ((c))

    2010

  4. ((d))

    1780

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

1650

Let the number be 100x,

According to the question

100x × (116/100) = 1914

116x = 1914

x = 1914/116 = 16.5

Hence, the number = 100x = 100 × 16.5 = 1650

127

The HCF and LCM of two numbers are 6 and 5040 respectively. If one of the numbers is 210, then the other number is∶

  1. ((a))

    256

  2. ((b))

    144

  3. ((c))

    30

  4. ((d))

    630

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

144

Let the first number be 'x' and the second number be 'y'.

Given, HCF = 6 , LCM = 5040 and x = 210

As we know, product of two numbers = HCF × LCM

x × y = HCF × LCM

210 × y = 6 × 5040

y = (6 × 5040)/210 = 144.

128

If cos θ = 1/√10, then tan θ is equal to∶

  1. ((a))

    1/√3

  2. ((b))

    1/3

  3. ((c))

    √3

  4. ((d))

    3

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

3

cos θ = 1/√10

As we know,

cos θ = Base/Hypotenuse = 1/√10

Using Pythagoras theorem

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

(√10)2 = 12 + (Perpendicular)2

10 = 1 + (Perpendicular)2

(Perpendicular)2 = 10 - 1 = 9

(Perpendicular) = √9 = 3

tan θ = Perpendicular/Base = 3/1

129

In the given pie-chart, the percentage difference between student coming by car or bus to coming by walking or cycling.

  1. ((a))

    15%

  2. ((b))

    25%

  3. ((c))

    20%

  4. ((d))

    30%

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

20%

Sum of the percentage of the students who coming by car and bus = 21% + 39% = 60%

Sum of the percentage of the students who coming by walking or cycling = 18% + 22% = 40%

Difference of percentage between coming by car and bus to combing by walking and cycling = 60% - 40% = 20%

130

A borrowed a loan from B at 8% simple interest for 2 years and repaid the loan with interest totalling Rs. 1,91,864. The amount of loan taken by A is∶

  1. ((a))

    Rs. 1,68,920

  2. ((b))

    Rs. 1,66,540

  3. ((c))

    Rs. 1,64,492

  4. ((d))

    Rs. 1,65,400

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

Rs. 1,65,400

R = 8% per annum

T = 2 years

P = ?

P + S.I = 191864

As we know,

P + S.I = 191864

P + (PRT)/100 = 191864

P + (P × 8 × 2)/100 = 191864

116P/100 = 191864

P = 191864 × (100/116) = 165400

131

A borrowed Rs. 28,500 at 8% p.a. interest compounded annually. If Rs. 5,780 was paid by him at the end of the first year, then the outstanding amount at the end of the second year will be∶

  1. ((a))

    Rs. 27,000.00

  2. ((b))

    Rs. 27,462.40

  3. ((c))

    Rs. 30,780.00

  4. ((d))

    Rs. 33,242.40

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Rs. 27,000.00

P = 28,500, r = 8% per annum and n = 1 year

As we know, A = P (1 + r/100)n

Amount after 1 year will be = 28500 × (1 + 8/100) = 28500 × (108/100) = Rs.30780

If Rs.5780 was paid, then remaining amount = 30780 - 5780 = Rs.25000

Outstanding Amount at the end of the 2nd year will be = 25000 × (1 + 8/100) = 25000 × (108/100) = Rs.27000

Alternate Solution:

Principle = P = Rs. 28500, Rate of interest = R = 8% = 8/100 = 2/25

132

A tank can be filled by pipe A in 5 hours and emptied by pipe B in 8 hours respectively. How much time will it take for the tank to be half full?

  1. ((a))

    313h3\frac{1}{3}{\rm{h}}

  2. ((b))

    823h8\frac{2}{3}{\rm{h}}

  3. ((c))

    1213h12\frac{1}{3}{\rm{h}}

  4. ((d))

    623h6\frac{2}{3}{\rm{h}}

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

623h6\frac{2}{3}{\rm{h}}

Pipe alone can fill the tank in = 5 hrs

Pipe alone can empty the tank in = 8 hrs

Let tank to be half full in x hrs, then

According to the question

x/5 - x/8 = 1/2

(8x - 5x)/40 = 1/2

3x/40 = 1/2

3x = (1/2) × 40 = 20

x = 20/3 = 623h6\frac{2}{3}{\rm{h}}

133

In the given line graph, the percentage increase in electricity consumption of ‘B’ between March and May is∶

  1. ((a))

    95%

  2. ((b))

    85%

  3. ((c))

    7%

  4. ((d))

    167.5%

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

167.5%

Consumption of electricity of households B in March = 40 unit

Consumption of electricity of households B in May = 107 unit

Required percentage = [(107 - 40)/40] × 100 = 167.5%

134

One fourth of a tank can be filled in 3 hours by pipe A and one-third of the same tank can be filled in 2 hours by pipe B. How long will it take for the tank to be filled if both the pipes are kept open?

  1. ((a))

    5 h

  2. ((b))

    2 h

  3. ((c))

    4 h

  4. ((d))

    212h2\frac{1}{2}{\rm{h}}

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

4 h

Pipe A alone can fill 1/4th tank in = 3 hrs

Pipe A alone can fill the full tank in = 3 × 4 = 12 hrs

A alone can fill the tank in 1 hr = 1/12 tank

Pipe B alone can fill 1/3rd tank in = 2 hrs

Pipe B alone can fill the full tank in = 2 × 3 = 6 hr

B alone can fill the tank in 1 hr = 1/6 tank

Pipe (A + B) can fill the tank in 1 hr = (1/12 + 1/6) = (1 + 2)/12 = 3/12 = 1/4 tank

Pipe (A + B) together fill the whole tank = 4 hrs

135

The value of 1/3 ÷ 5/6 × (-5)/8 is equal to∶

  1. ((a))

    1

  2. ((b))

    1/4

  3. ((c))

    -1/4

  4. ((d))

    0

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

-1/4

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.

[1/3] ÷ [5/6] × [(-5)/8]

[1/3] × [6/5] × [(-5)/8]

-1/4

136

The average of all prime numbers between 10 and 25 is∶

  1. ((a))

    18.67

  2. ((b))

    16.6

  3. ((c))

    15.3

  4. ((d))

    14.7

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

16.6

Prime number between 10 and 25 = 11, 13, 17, 19, 23

Sum of all numbers = 11 + 13 + 17 + 19 + 23 = 83

Required average = 83/5 = 16.6

137

To what power -3 should be raised to get -2187?

  1. ((a))

    5

  2. ((b))

    7

  3. ((c))

    -7

  4. ((d))

    -5

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

7

Let power x, (-3) should be raised to get (-2187)

According to the question

(-3)x = (-2187)

(-3)x = (-3) × (-3) × (-3) × (-3) × (-3) × (-3) × (-3)

(-3)x = (-3)7

comparing on power

x = 7

138

If ab + bc + ca = 8 and a + b + c = 12 then (a2 + b2 + c2) is equal to∶

  1. ((a))

    160

  2. ((b))

    144

  3. ((c))

    134

  4. ((d))

    128

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

128

Given, ab + bc + ca = 8, a + b + c = 12 and (a2 + b2 + c2) = ?

As we know,

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

122 = a2 + b2 + c2 + 2 × 8

144 = a2 + b2 + c2 + 16

a2 + b2 + c2 = 144 - 16 = 128

139

A trade marks the products 25% above the cost price and allows a discount of 15%. If the cost price is Rs. 2,080, then the selling price is∶

  1. ((a))

    Rs. 2,210

  2. ((b))

    Rs. 1,809

  3. ((c))

    Rs. 2,392

  4. ((d))

    Rs. 2,600

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Rs. 2,210

Cost price of the product = Rs. 2080

MP of the product = 2080 × (125/100) = Rs. 2600

SP of the product = 2600 × (85/100) = Rs. 2210

140

The length of diagonal of a square whose area is 64 m2 is ∶

  1. ((a))

    4√2 m

  2. ((b))

    8√2 m

  3. ((c))

    4 m

  4. ((d))

    8 m

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

8√2 m

As we know,

Area of the square = (diagonal)2/2

⇒ 64 = (diagonal)2/2

(diagonal)2 = 64 × 2

diagonal = √(64 × 2) = 8√2

141

In the given pie-chart, the difference between the number of students travel by bus or walk to the number of students travel by car or cycle.

  1. ((a))

    182

  2. ((b))

    364

  3. ((c))

    125

  4. ((d))

    142

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

182

Sum of percentage of students who travel by bus and walk = 39% + 18% = 57%

Sum of percentage of students who travel by car and cycle = 21% + 22% = 43%

Difference of students who travel by bus and walk to travel by car and cycle = 57% - 43% = 14%

Required difference = 1300 × (14/100) = 182

142

A can do a work in 12 days while B can do same work in 18 days. How long (in days) will it take if they do the work together?

  1. ((a))

    5345\frac{3}{4}

  2. ((b))

    7157\frac{1}{5}

  3. ((c))

    6146\frac{1}{4}

  4. ((d))

    6256\frac{2}{5}

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

7157\frac{1}{5}

A alone can complete the work in = 12 days

A’s one day work = 1/12

B alone can complete the work in = 18 days

B’s one day work = 1/18

(A + B)’s one day work = 1/12 + 1/18 = (3 + 5)/36 = 5/36

(A + B) together can complete the whole work in = 36/5 = 7157\frac{1}{5}

143

If x - 1/x = 4, then x3 - 1/x3 is equal to∶

  1. ((a))

    72

  2. ((b))

    68

  3. ((c))

    76

  4. ((d))

    64

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

76

As we know,

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

x - 1/x = 4

x3 - 1/x3 = 43 + 3 × 4 = 64 + 12 = 76

144

A, B and C are partners. They share profit in the ratio of 5 ∶ 3 ∶ 6. If A earns Rs. 1, 92,380 as his share of profit, then the share of C is∶

  1. ((a))

    Rs. 2,30,856

  2. ((b))

    Rs. 1,15,428

  3. ((c))

    Rs. 82,449

  4. ((d))

    Rs. 1,60,317

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Rs. 2,30,856

The share profit in the ratio of A, B and C = 5 ∶ 3 ∶ 6

Share of A = 192380

5 unit = 192380

1 unit = 192380/5 = 38476

Share of C (6 unit) = 38476 × 6 = 2,30,856

145

If x2 + 1/x2 =11, then x - 1/x is equal to∶

  1. ((a))

    2

  2. ((b))

    3

  3. ((c))

    5

  4. ((d))

    4

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

3

Given, x2 + 1/x2 = 11

As we know,

(x - 1/x)2 = x2 + 1/x2 - 2

(x - 1/x)2 = 11 - 2 = 9

(x - 1/x) = √9 = 3

146

The value of 3 × 3 - [6 - {12 + 15 ÷ (7 - 2)}]is equal to∶

  1. ((a))

    -15

  2. ((b))

    18

  3. ((c))

    0

  4. ((d))

    15

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

18

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.

3 × 3 - [6 - {12 + 15 ÷ (7 - 2)}]

⇒ 9 - [6 - {12 + 15 ÷ 5}]

⇒ 9 - [6 - {12 + 3]

⇒ 9 - [6 - 15]

⇒ 9 - (-9)

⇒ 9 + 9

⇒ 18

147

ΔPQR is a right-angled at Q. If PQ = 6 cm, PR = 10 cm, then QR is equal to∶

  1. ((a))

    5 cm

  2. ((b))

    8 cm

  3. ((c))

    7 cm

  4. ((d))

    9 cm

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

8 cm

Given, ΔPQR is a right-angled at Q.

PQ = 6 cm and PR = 10 cm

As we know,

Using Pythagoras theorem

(PR)2 = (PQ)2 + (QR)2

102 = 62 + (QR)2

(QR)2 = 100 - 36 = 64

QR = √64 = 8 cm

148

From the top 120 m high lighthouse, the angle of depression of two ships on opposite side of the lighthouse is 30° and 60°. What is the distance between the ships? (rounded off)

  1. ((a))

    327 m

  2. ((b))

    127 m

  3. ((c))

    277 m

  4. ((d))

    177 m

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

277 m

From the following figure

AB = Height of the light house

In ΔABC

tan 60° = AB/BC

√3 = 120/BC

BC = 120/√3 = 40 √3

In ΔABD

tan 30° = AB/BD

1/√3 = 120/BD

BD = 120√3

Distance between the ships CD = BC + BD = 40√3 + 120√3 = 160 × 1.73 = 277 m (approx)

149

The number 23474 is exactly divisible by∶

  1. ((a))

    2 and 3 only

  2. ((b))

    2 and 4 only 

  3. ((c))

    2 and 11 only

  4. ((d))

    2 only

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

2 and 11 only

Divisibility law of 2∶ A number divisible by 2 if its last digit is 0, 2, 4, 6 and 8.

Divisibility law of 3∶ A number divisible by 3, if the sum of its digit is divisible by 3

Divisibility laws of 4∶ A number divisible by 4, if its last 2 digit divisible by 4.

Divisibility laws 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)

The number 23474 is divisible by 2 because its last digit is 4.

Sum of digit of the number 23474 = 2 + 3 + 4 + 7 + 4 = 20

The number 23474 is not divisible by 3 because the sum of its digit not divisible by 3.

The number 23474 is not divisible by 4 because its last 2 digit 74 not divisible by 4.

The number divisible by 11 because

2 - 3 + 4 - 7 + 4 = 0

10 - 10 = 0

0 = 0

Hence, the number 23474 divisible by 2 and 11 only.

150

The population of a town has increases by 5% at the end of the first year and decrease by 4% at the end of second year. If the population at the end of second year was 55,12,248 then the population at the beginning of first year was∶

  1. ((a))

    55,72,950

  2. ((b))

    56,23,012

  3. ((c))

    54,68,500

  4. ((d))

    53,00,420

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

54,68,500

Shortcut Trick

Net percentage change = x + y + (xy/100)

Net change = 5 − 4 + (5 × −4)/100 = 1 − 0.2 = 0.8% increase

Total population at the end of the second year = 100.8%

100.8% = 55,12,248

100% = (55,12,248 ÷ 100.8) × 100 = 54,68,500

∴ The correct answer is 54,68,500.

Alternate Method

Given:

Increase in first year = 5%

Decrease in second year = 4%

Population at the end of the second year = 55,12,248

Let the initial population at the beginning of the first year be P.

⇒ Population after 1st year = P × (1 + 5/100) = P × (21/20)

⇒ Population after 2nd year = [P × (21/20)] × (1 − 4/100)

⇒ 55,12,248 = P × (21/20) × (24/25)

⇒ 55,12,248 = P × (504/500)

⇒ P = (55,12,248 × 500) ÷ 504

⇒ P = 10,937 × 500

⇒ P = 54,68,500

∴ The correct answer is 54,68,500.

Additional Information

Successive Percentage Change

When a value changes by x% and then by y% successively, the effective percentage change is given by (x + y + xy/100)%.

Population Growth Formula

If P is initial population and R1, R2 are growth/decline rates, then Final Population = P × (1 ± R1/100) × (1 ± R2/100).

Ratio Method for Percentage

Convert percentage changes to fractions (e.g., 5% = 1/20) and multiply ratios: (20 → 21) and (25 → 24) to find the total change.

English Comprehension (50 questions)

151

Identify the segment in the sentence, which contains the grammatical error.

He is not such a clever boy that you are.

  1. ((a))

    clever boy

  2. ((b))

    such a

  3. ((c))

    that you are

  4. ((d))

    He is not

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

that you are

Here, in the given sentence comparison is being made so that cannot be used.

That is used to indicate something whereas as is used to make a comparison.

The correct sentence will be:

He is not such a clever boy as you are.

Hence, option 3 is the correct answer.

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.

Mount Agung is a volcano on the popular tourist island of Bali in Indonesia. The volcano _____ (1) in November 2017. More than 134,000 people were _____ (2) to safe areas in advance. They ______ (3) housed far away from the volcano. _______ (4), some had refused to leave. These people did not _______ (5) to leave their homes. They wanted to take care of their farms and animals.

152

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

  1. ((a))

    were

  2. ((b))

    have

  3. ((c))

    is

  4. ((d))

    had

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

were

The answer to this question can be found by reading the statement further.

The sentence suggests a plural verb which should be in the past form which means that the suitable word will be were.

Hence, option 1 is the correct answer.

153

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.

Last week he promised that he would have come today, but he hasn't arrived yet.

  1. ((a))

    that he will be coming

  2. ((b))

    No improvement.

  3. ((c))

    that he would come

  4. ((d))

    that he will have come

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

that he would come

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. that he would come.

  • Last week used in the given sentence shows that the given sentence is in the past indefinite tense.
  • Would have is not used in the past indefinite tense. Would have is used in conditional sentences.
  • Hence, would come, will be used in the given sentence.
154

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

  1. ((a))

    However

  2. ((b))

    Because

  3. ((c))

    Whether

  4. ((d))

    Moreover

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

However

Let's understand the given words and their functions.

However, is used to introduce a statement that contrasts with or seems to contradict something that has been said previously.

Eg: People tend to put on weight in middle age. However, gaining weight is not inevitable.

Because means for the reason that.

Eg: We did it because we felt it our duty.

Whether is used when expressing a doubt or choice between alternatives.

Eg: I'm going whether you like it or not

Moreover means in addition to what has been said.

Eg: Moreover, statistics show that competition for places is growing.

In the given sentence, there is a contrast between the previous condition and the behaviour of some people. So however will be used. 

Hence, option 1 is correct.

155

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

  1. ((a))

    desire

  2. ((b))

    wish

  3. ((c))

    long

  4. ((d))

    fancy

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

desire

Here, the understanding of the context is more important than the meaning of the words.

In the given blank, desire is more suitable as it is telling about the strong want of the people.

Hence, option 1 is the correct answer.

156

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

  1. ((a))

    fired

  2. ((b))

    blasted

  3. ((c))

    exploded

  4. ((d))

    erupted

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

erupted

Let's understand the meaning of the given words.

Fired means to shoot bullets from a gun.

Blasted means to explode something.

Exploded means to burst or blow up something.

Erupted means to be active and eject lava.

The most meaningful word for blank 1 will be erupted as it is telling about the volcano.

Hence, option 4 is the correct answer.

157

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

  1. ((a))

    exited

  2. ((b))

    left

  3. ((c))

    abandoned

  4. ((d))

    evacuated

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

evacuated

In this blank, it is telling about people who were moved to safer places. So the correct word will be evacuated.

Let's understand the meaning of the given words.

Excited means to become enthusiastic.

Abandoned means to leave something permanently.

Evacuated means to remove (someone) from a place of danger to a safer place.

From the meaning of the words, it is clear that the correct answer is option 4.

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

Twenty-five years ago, while travelling and teaching in Turkey, Nepal and Iran, Bonnie Bergin noticed self-sufficient disabled people going about their unremarkable daily business, often using donkeys to hold pots, pans and other wares to be sold. She later returned to the United States to begin work on a master's degree in special education.

"I thought hard about what can be done to get people out of institutions and onto the streets, getting jobs, and it came to me: dogs," says Bergin, who today has a doctorate in education and is the founder of the Assistance Dog Institute and originator of the service-dog concept.

She ran into fierce resistance from academics and professionals at first: Dogs spread disease. Dogs are stupid. The disabled can't take care of dogs, how could dogs take care of them? But the long list of negative reactions didn't stop her. Her first trainee was Abdul, a golden retriever puppy someone had given her.

Her first dog-assistance client was Kerry Knaus, a soft-spoken 19-year-old woman who had a neuromuscular disorder that had left her unable to move her legs and much of her arms. If Knaus accidentally fell forward in her wheelchair, she could not get up. She clearly lacked the physical force to train and maintain a dog. But Bergin was undeterred.

Bergin and Knaus concentrated not on physical gestures, but on verbal cues such as "sit" or "stay," using variations in tone of voice and facial expression to get Abdul to help Knaus. By the end of his training, the dog could push Knaus up from her in-chair falls, open doors, turn on lights, retrieve food and push levers to help her operate the chair lift to her van. Most important, Knaus developed a trusting emotional bond with Abdul simply by spending time with him, much in the way humans get to know one another and develop subtle, complex relationships based on mutual understanding.

Today, more than 150 programs provide similar services, and an estimated 3,500 service dogs are in place worldwide. Waiting lists for the dogs, who are worth around $10,000 by the end of the training, can be long--sometimes five years--because of the extensive breeding, training and bonding required.

158

Which of the following approaches did Bonnie and Knaus NOT adopt to train Abdul to help Knaus?

  1. ((a))

    variations in facial expressions

  2. ((b))

    physical gestures to direct the dog

  3. ((c))

    verbal clues like 'sit' or 'stay'

  4. ((d))

    variations in tones of voice

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Answer: ((b))

physical gestures to direct the dog

The answer to this question can be found out in the second last paragraph.

It is mentioned that:

"Bergin and Knaus concentrated not on physical gestures, but on verbal cues such as sit or stay, using variations in tone of voice and facial expression to get Abdul to help Knaus."

This tells us that option 1, option 3 and option 4 are correct.

Hence, option 2 is the correct answer.

159

The academics and professionals tried to dissuade Bonnie from using dogs to help the disabled basically because they

  1. ((a))

    believed that dogs spread diseases.

  2. ((b))

    were convinced that dogs could not help the disabled.

  3. ((c))

    thought dogs were stupid animals.

  4. ((d))

    All of the above

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

All of the above

Only proper reading and understanding the passage can give the answer to this question.

The third paragraph gives information about this question. it is mentioned there that:

"Dogs spread disease. Dogs are stupid. The disabled can't take care of dogs, how could dogs take care of them? "

This gives the answer to this question.

Hence, option 4 is the correct answer.

160

Which statement is NOT true according to the passage?

  1. ((a))

    Today, more than 150 programs provide similar services of trained dogs to disabled people.

  2. ((b))

    Bonnie Bergin got her master's degree from Assistance Dog Institute.

  3. ((c))

    Today about 3,500 service dogs are in place worldwide for helping the disabled.

  4. ((d))

    The service dogs cost $10,000 after the training.

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

Bonnie Bergin got her master's degree from Assistance Dog Institute.

The answer to this question can be found out in the last paragraph and second paragraph.

The sentences mentioned there make option 1, option 3, and option 4 correct. Option 2 is incorrect as Bonnie Bergin is the founder of Assistance Dog Institute.

Hence, option 2 is the correct answer.

161

What inspired Bonnie Bergin to help disabled people become self-sufficient?

  1. ((a))

    Her travels and teaching in foreign countries as part of her daily work

  2. ((b))

    Her training in banding dogs and teaching them to help people

  3. ((c))

    Her Master's degrees in Special Education

  4. ((d))

    Her observation of disabled people who managed everyday chores using donkeys

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

Her observation of disabled people who managed everyday chores using donkeys

Here, one has to read thoroughly the passage to answer the questions.

In the first paragraph of this passage, it is mentioned:

"Bonnie Bergin noticed self-sufficient disabled people going about their unremarkable daily business, often using donkeys to hold pots, pans and other wares to be sold."

This gives the answer to this question.

Hence, option 4 is the correct answer.

162

At the end of the training, which of the following was the most important help that Abdul could provide to Knaus?

  1. ((a))

    he could push Knaus up from her in-chair falls

  2. ((b))

    he could retrieve food

  3. ((c))

    he could open doors and turn on lights

  4. ((d))

    he could help her operate the chair lift to her van

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

he could push Knaus up from her in-chair falls

The answer to this question can be found out in the second last paragraph.

It is mentioned that:

"By the end of his training, the dog could push Knaus up from her in-chair falls, open doors, turn on lights, retrieve food and push levers to help her operate the chair lift to her van."

It is clear that the most important thing that Abdul could provide to Kanus was to push up from in-chair falls.'

Hence, option 1 is the correct answer.

163

Select the antonym of the given word.

ELABORATE

  1. ((a))

    Minimal

  2. ((b))

    Detailed

  3. ((c))

    Complicated

  4. ((d))

    Involved

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Minimal

Let's understand the meaning of the following words.

Elaborate means a detailed version of something.

Minimal means a minimum amount.

Detailed means elaborated or with maximum information.

Complicated means complex or not very simple.

It is clear that the antonym of elaborate is minimal.

Hence, option 1 is the correct answer.

164

Select the antonym of the given word.

GRIM

  1. ((a))

    pleasant

  2. ((b))

    gloomy

  3. ((c))

    severe

  4. ((d))

    harsh

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

pleasant

Let's understand the meaning of the given words.

Grim means something very serious or gloomy.

Pleasant means something enjoyable or pleasing.

Severe: intense or very serious.

Harsh means cruel or severe.

It is clear that the antonym of grim is pleasant.

Hence, option 1 is the correct answer.

165

Select the antonym of the given word.

DUBIOUS

  1. ((a))

    certain

  2. ((b))

    hesitant

  3. ((c))

    unconvinced

  4. ((d))

    doubtful

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

certain

Let's understand the meaning of the given words.

Dubious means hesitating or doubtful

Certain means something that is for sure.

Hesitant means to be doubtful.

Unconvinced means not satisfied.

Doubtful means not being sure.

It is clear that the antonym of dubious is certain.

Hence, option 1 is the correct answer.

166

Select the antonym of the given word.

CONSTANT

  1. ((a))

    uninterrupted

  2. ((b))

    perpetual

  3. ((c))

    varying

  4. ((d))

    regular

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

varying

Let's understand the meaning of the given words.

Constant: continuously the same over a period of time.

Uninterrupted: without a break in continuity.

Perpetual: permanent or everlasting.

Varying: changing over a period of time.

Regular: uniform or consistent.

It is clear that the antonym of constant is varying.

Hence, option 3 is the correct answer.

167

Select the antonym of the given word.

VISIONARY

  1. ((a))

    creative

  2. ((b))

    pragmatic

  3. ((c))

    futuristic

  4. ((d))

    imaginative

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

pragmatic

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

Visionary: thinking or planning about the future.

Creative: involving original ideas.

Pragmatic: involves practical thinking rather theoretical.

Futuristic: involving modern technology or something that does not prevail in the present.

Imaginative: to think something amazing or be creative.

Hence, option 2 is the correct answer.

168

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

a sea change

  1. ((a))

    a fast change

  2. ((b))

    a slow change

  3. ((c))

    a radical change

  4. ((d))

    a nominal change

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

a radical change

One should know the meaning of the idiom to mark the correct answer.

The idiom a sea change means a visible or notable transformation which is clearly understood from option 3.

Hence, option 3 is the correct answer.

169

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

a lot on your plate

  1. ((a))

    having many responsibilities

  2. ((b))

    having a large meal

  3. ((c))

    having wealth in abundance

  4. ((d))

    having something which causes envy

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

having many responsibilities

One should the meaning of the idiom to mark the correct answer.

The idiom a lot on your plate means to have a large number of problems to deal with or a large amount of work to do.

Hence, only option 1 is the correct answer.

170

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

a safe pair of hands

  1. ((a))

    a reliable person

  2. ((b))

    a happy person

  3. ((c))

    a person who guards someone

  4. ((d))

    a person who does many jobs

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

a reliable person

Here, one should know the meaning of the idiom to mark the correct answer.

The idiom a safe pair of hands is used to refer to someone who is capable, reliable or trustworthy.

Hence, option 1 is the correct answer.

171

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

A stone's throw

  1. ((a))

    a memorable place

  2. ((b))

    an easy task

  3. ((c))

    a short distance

  4. ((d))

    a faraway place

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Answer: ((c))

a short distance

The idiom a stone's throw refers to a very short distance.

Example: The apartment is just a stone's throw from the sea.

Hence, option 3 is the correct answer.

172

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

A hot potato

  1. ((a))

    a tasty snack

  2. ((b))

    an offensive remark

  3. ((c))

    a memorable thing

  4. ((d))

    a controversial issue

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

a controversial issue

Let's first understand the meaning of the idiom.

The idiom 'a hot potato' means to speak of an issue (mostly current) which many people are talking about and which is usually disputed. 

For example: The news of the riot spread around the campus like a hot potato.

Hence, option 4 is the correct answer.

173

Select the wrongly spelt word.

  1. ((a))

    luggage

  2. ((b))

    luxurious

  3. ((c))

    luminous

  4. ((d))

    ludicurous

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

ludicurous

The correct answer is- ludicurous

Key Points  

  • Let's explore the meaning of the correct word:
  • ludicrous(adjective): Stupid or unreasonable and deserving to be laughed at. (मूर्ख या अनुचित और हँसने के योग्य।)
  • Synonym: Absurd, Ridiculous
  • Example: He looked ludicrous in that suit!

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

Additional Information 

  • Let's explore the meaning of the other words:
  • Luggage(noun): The bags, suitcases, etc. that contain your possessions and that you take with you when you are travelling. (बैग, सूटकेस, आदि जिसमें आपकी संपत्ति है और जिसे आप यात्रा करते समय अपने साथ ले जाते हैं।)
  • Luxurious(adjective): Very comfortable and expensive. (बहुत आरामदायक और महंगा।)
  • Luminous(adjective): Producing or reflecting bright light, especially in the dark. (विशेष रूप से अंधेरे में उज्ज्वल प्रकाश का उत्पादन या प्रतिबिंबित करना।)
174

Select the wrongly spelt word.

  1. ((a))

    explaination

  2. ((b))

    explained

  3. ((c))

    expertise

  4. ((d))

    experiment

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

explaination

The misspelt word is explaination and the correct spelling should be explanation.

Key Points

The meanings of the given words are:

  • Explanation: to give clarification. (स्पष्टीकरण देना)
  • Expertise: having expert skill or knowledge. (विशेषज्ञ कौशल या ज्ञान होना)
  • Explained: the past form of explaining which means to describe. (व्याख्या करने का पिछला रूप जिसका अर्थ है वर्णन करना)
  • Experiment: a test or a set of procedures taken in a laboratory. (एक परीक्षण या एक प्रयोगशाला में ली गई प्रक्रियाओं का एक सेट)

Hence, the correct answer is option 1.

175

Select the wrongly spelt word.

  1. ((a))

    innocent

  2. ((b))

    infllamable

  3. ((c))

    insoluble

  4. ((d))

    installation

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

infllamable

The correct answer is- infllamable

Key Points  

  • Let's explore the meaning of the correct word:
  • Inflammable(noun): An inflammable substance or material that burns very easily. (कोई ज्वलनशील पदार्थ जो बहुत आसानी से जल जाता है।)
  • Synonym: Combustible, Volatile
  • Example: A highly inflammable liquid such as petrol.

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

Additional Information 

  • Let's explore the meaning of the other words:
  • Innocent(adjective): A person not guilty of a particular crime. (एक व्यक्ति जो किसी विशेष अपराध का दोषी नहीं है।)
  • Insoluble(adjective): A substance is impossible to dissolve. (एक पदार्थ को भंग करना असंभव है।)
  • Installation(noun): An occasion when equipment, furniture, or a computer program is put into position or made ready to use. (एक अवसर जब उपकरण, फर्नीचर, या एक कंप्यूटर प्रोग्राम को स्थिति में रखा जाता है या उपयोग के लिए तैयार किया जाता है।)
176

Select the wrongly spelt word.

  1. ((a))

    Magnifisent

  2. ((b))

    Masculine

  3. ((c))

    Marshal

  4. ((d))

    Matchless

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Magnifisent

The correct answer is- Magnifisent

Key Points  

  • Let's explore the meaning of the correct word:
  • Magnificent(adjective): Very good, beautiful, or deserving to be admired. (बहुत अच्छा, सुंदर, या प्रशंसा के योग्य।)
  • Synonym: Impressive, Splendid
  • Example: New Orleans is famous for its magnificent old oak trees.

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

Additional Information 

  • Let's explore the meaning of the other words:
  • Masculine(adjective): Having characteristics that are traditionally thought to be typical of or suitable for men. (ऐसी विशेषताएं हैं जिन्हें पारंपरिक रूप से पुरुषों के लिए विशिष्ट या उपयुक्त माना जाता है।)
  • Marshal(verb): To bring together or organize people or things in order to achieve a particular aim. (किसी विशेष उद्देश्य को प्राप्त करने के लिए लोगों या चीजों को एक साथ लाना या व्यवस्थित करना।)
  • Matchless(adjective): Of a very high standard or quality and better than everything else. (बहुत उच्च स्तर या गुणवत्ता का और बाकी सब चीजों से बेहतर।)
177

Select the wrongly spelt word.

  1. ((a))

    Laudable

  2. ((b))

    Laughable

  3. ((c))

    Lamentable

  4. ((d))

    Liabel

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

Liabel

The misspelt word is "liabel" and the correct spelling is "liable".

The meaning of the words are:

Laudable: deserving praise or credit.

Laughable: silly or amusing; ridiculous.

Lamentable: regrettable.

Liable: likely to happen; responsibility for something.

Here, option 4 is the correct answer.

178

Identify the segment in the sentence which contains the grammatical error.

Scarcely she had heard the news when she fainted.

  1. ((a))

    she fainted.

  2. ((b))

    when

  3. ((c))

    heard the news

  4. ((d))

    Scarcely she had

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

Scarcely she had

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

Remember,

If hardly, scarcely, barely and no sooner are in the initial position, we use an inverted word order i.e the auxiliary verb goes before the subject.

For eg: Scarcely had she finished reading when she fell asleep. 

In the question too, this rule should be followed i.e. it should be like: Scarcely had she heard the news when she fainted.

Hence, option 4 is the correct answer.

179

Identify the segment in the sentence, which contains the grammatical error.

He is the same man which I saw yesterday at the gate.

  1. ((a))

    He is

  2. ((b))

    the same man

  3. ((c))

    at the gate

  4. ((d))

    which I saw

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

which I saw

One should have a basic knowledge of pronouns to understand this question.

Remember,

We use which to refer to a thing or an idea, and to ask about choices.

For eg:

           My car, which is 20 years old, isn't worth much.

When who is the object of a verb, whom can be used instead,

For eg:

           The person to whom you are referring no longer works here.

In the given sentence, he is the object of the verb saw, so whom will be used.

Hence, option 4 is the correct answer.

180

Identify the segment in the sentence which contains the grammatical error.

Where have you been from such a long time?

  1. ((a))

    Where

  2. ((b))

    from

  3. ((c))

    such a long time?

  4. ((d))

    have you been

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

from

Here, there is an error in the usage of preposition.

For is used for a duration of time or a period of time.

For eg:

I have not seen you for a long time.

 I waited for ten minutes.

Hence, option 2 is the correct answer.

181

Identify the segment in the sentence, which contains the grammatical error.

Unless you do not run fast, you cannot catch the bus.

  1. ((a))

    you do not

  2. ((b))

    catch the bus.

  3. ((c))

    you cannot

  4. ((d))

    run fast

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

you do not

Here, one should understand the usage of the conjunction unless.

Unless means if not. It is used to state what will or will not happen if something else does not happen or is not true. Thus, it expresses a condition and its possible consequences.

For eg:

  • You can’t get a job unless you’ve got the required skills.
  • Unless you work hard, you cannot pass this semester.

In the same way, when unless is used in the sentence, we will not use not in the sentence.

The corrected sentence: Unless you run fast, you cannot catch the bus.

Hence, option 1 is the correct answer.

182

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

Irrational fear of closed or confined places

  1. ((a))

    Kleptomania

  2. ((b))

    Insomnia

  3. ((c))

    Hydrophobia

  4. ((d))

    Claustrophobia

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

Claustrophobia

The correct answer is Option 4 i.e Claustrophobia.

Let's look at the meaning of the correct option.

  • Claustrophobia: A fear of closed places.

From the above meaning, we find that  Option 4 Claustrophobia is the correct answer. 

Let's look at the meanings of the other given options.

  • Kleptomania: A strong wish to steal
  • Insomnia: An inability to sleep
  • Hydrophobia: A fear of water
183

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

An obsessive desire to set fire to things

  1. ((a))

    Monomania

  2. ((b))

    Insomnia

  3. ((c))

    Hypomania

  4. ((d))

    Pyromania

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

Pyromania

Let's understand the meaning of the given words.

Monomania refers to an obsession with something.

Insomnia refers to the inability to sleep.

Hypomania refers to mild mood changes and high energy.

Pyromania refers to an obsession to set fire on things.

Hence, option 4 is the correct answer.

184

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

A thing that motivates or encourages someone to do something

  1. ((a))

    remuneration

  2. ((b))

    salary

  3. ((c))

    incentive

  4. ((d))

    allowance

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

incentive

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

Remuneration: money paid for a work or service

Salary: a fixed monthly payment

Incentive: an extra payment or concession given to encourage work output. 

Allowance: an extra amount paid regularly along with salary.

Hence, option 3 is the correct answer.

185

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

Something made impure by exposure to polluting substances

  1. ((a))

    contractual

  2. ((b))

    contagious

  3. ((c))

    contented

  4. ((d))

    contaminated

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

contaminated

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

Contractual: bounded by legal agreement.

Contagious: able to spread by contact.

Contented: happy and satisfied

Contaminated: made impure by addition or exposure to polluting substance.

Hence, option 4 is the correct answer.

186

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

relating to speeds close to that of sound.

  1. ((a))

    translucent

  2. ((b))

    transparent

  3. ((c))

    transonic

  4. ((d))

    transformed

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

transonic

Let's understand the meaning of the given words.

Translucent refers to semi-transparent; allowing some light to pass through it.

Transparent means to allow complete light pass through it.

Transonic related to speed that is close to the speed of sound.

Transformed means a change in any form.

Hence, option 3 is the correct answer.

187

Select the most appropriate word to fill in the blank.

If I had money, I _______ have helped him.

  1. ((a))

    would

  2. ((b))

    can

  3. ((c))

    should

  4. ((d))

    will

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

would

One should know the basic of tenses to mark the correct answer.

The given sentence is in the past tense and so the word in the blank should also be in the past tense.

WOULDSHOULD
Past tense of willPast tense of shall
For politenessFor opinion
Talks about hypothesis-imagined things.Talks about suggestion or preference or an idea.

 

The given sentence is about a hypothesis of the past, so would is the correct word for the given blank.

Hence, option 1 is the correct answer.

188

Select the most appropriate word to fill in the blank.

Everything happened ______ quickly ______ I felt dazed.

  1. ((a))

    as; so

  2. ((b))

    as; as

  3. ((c))

    so; that

  4. ((d))

    so; as

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

so; that

Here, one must understand the statement properly and then choose the correct set of preposition.

In the first blank, it is saying about quickly so adverb so is the correct word for the blank. We will not use as here because in the latter part of the sentence, there is no comparison being made.

In the second blank, the effect from the first has been continued. To describe this, we will use that to make the sentence correct and meaningful.

Hence, option 3 is the correct answer.

189

Select the most appropriate word to fill in the blank.

We didn't buy the dining table because _______ was too expensive.

  1. ((a))

    its'

  2. ((b))

    its

  3. ((c))

    it's

  4. ((d))

    it

Show Answer
Answer: ((d))

it

Let's understand each of the given options to understand them better.

It is used to refer to a thing previously mentioned or easily identified.

              For eg: It is impossible to find out the problem

It's is a contraction of it is or it has.

              For eg:  It's going to rain.

Its is a possessive pronoun meaning, belonging to it, or a quality of it 

               For eg: Its colour is red.

And there's no such word as its'.

In the given sentence, it is talking about the dining table. So it will be used.

Hence, option 4 will be the correct answer.

190

Select the most appropriate word to fill in the blank.

It is difficult for him to _______ all the comforts to his family in this small income.

  1. ((a))

    provided

  2. ((b))

    provide

  3. ((c))

    providing

  4. ((d))

    provides

Show Answer
Answer: ((b))

provide

The correct answer is 'provide'.

Key Points

  • We use to before a verb to make the to-infinitive (First form of Verb) form
  • For e.g.- I need to leave early today.
  • Thus, first of verb will be used in the given blank i.e. 'provide'

 

Correct Sentence- It is difficult for him to __provide all the comforts to his family in this small income.

191

Select the most appropriate word to fill in the blank.

Last year there was an increase ________ the number of road accidents on the Eastern Expressway.

  1. ((a))

    at

  2. ((b))

    to

  3. ((c))

    in

  4. ((d))

    with

Show Answer
Answer: ((c))

in

Let's first know the usage of the given prepositions.

ATTOINWITH
Movement as go and comeMovementMonths, SeasonsObjects, materials
Specific places in cities.Time expressionCountries, cities or town namesAnimals, physical characteristics
A specific time of the dayInfinitive and Phrasal verbTimes of the day (except night)Accents
Express something while doing

 

Few examples:

I will meet you at 12 p.m.

He is on the phone right now.

A catchphrase needs to be impressive in marketing a product.

It is clear that the given sentence is talking about the increase in something.

Hence, option 3 is the correct answer.

192

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.

I think all our furniture needing to be polished.

  1. ((a))

    are needing to be polished.

  2. ((b))

    need to polish.

  3. ((c))

    needs to be polished.

  4. ((d))

    No improvement

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Answer: ((c))

needs to be polished.

In the given sentence, furniture is uncountable noun so the singular verb must be used. Also, the verb must be in its base form because there it is talking about a situation that needs to done.

Hence, option 3 is the correct answer.

193

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.

Can you go and ask from the cook if the tea is ready?

  1. ((a))

    ask from the cook when the tea

  2. ((b))

    No improvement

  3. ((c))

    ask of the cook if the tea

  4. ((d))

    ask the cook if the tea

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Answer: ((d))

ask the cook if the tea

Here, one should understand the usage of the verb ask in a `sentence.

In the given sentence, we will have to omit the preposition from to make the sentence meaningful and grammatically correct.

Remember,

We never use ask + from/to  (wrong)

                            I asked to my friend if he had my phone.

                            I asked my friend if he had my phone.

In the same way,

Can you go and ask the cook if the tea is ready?

Hence, option 4 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.

The money collected by the students of this school was deposited in the Prime Minister's fund.

  1. ((a))

    by the students of this schools

  2. ((b))

    from the student from this school

  3. ((c))

    No improvement.

  4. ((d))

    by the students at this school

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Answer: ((c))

No improvement.

Read carefully to find the correct answer.

In the given sentence, the underlined phrase is correct. One can also eliminate the options to draw the correct answer.

Option 1 is incorrect because "schools" (plural) is present with "this" (singular)

Option 2 and option 4 has an error in the usage of the preposition.

Hence, option 3 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.

He sat down beside me and start to read his newspaper.

  1. ((a))

    started reading

  2. ((b))

    started to be reading

  3. ((c))

    No improvement.

  4. ((d))

    started read

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Answer: ((a))

started reading

Here, one should understand the tense and structure of the sentence.

The sentence starts with He sat which means past tense, so the verb in the next part of the statement will also be in the same form.

He sat down beside me and started reading his newspaper.

Hence, option 1 is the correct answer.

196

Select the synonym of the given word.

FILLIP

  1. ((a))

    flip

  2. ((b))

    knock

  3. ((c))

    blow

  4. ((d))

    boost

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Answer: ((d))

boost

Let's understand the meaning of the given words.

Fillip refers to a boost to activity.

Flip means to turn over.

Knock means to strike suddenly.

Blow means to carried away.

Boost means to encourage or increase in efforts.

Hence, option 4 is the correct answer.

197

Select the synonym of the given word.

DRAG

  1. ((a))

    pull

  2. ((b))

    lift

  3. ((c))

    push

  4. ((d))

    crack

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Answer: ((a))

pull

The words in the given question are easy enough to understand but confusing.

Drag means to pull forcefully.

Pull means to apply force toward oneself.

Lift means to rise to a higher position.

Push means to apply force away from oneself.

Crack means a fracture or split.

Hence, option 1 is the correct answer.

198

Select the synonym of the given word.

TREAD

  1. ((a))

    Follow

  2. ((b))

    Walk

  3. ((c))

    Run

  4. ((d))

    Climb

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Answer: ((b))

Walk

Here, the words are simple enough to understand.

Tread refers to a walk in a specified way.

Thus the only suitable answer will be to walk.

Hence, option 2 is the correct answer.

199

Select the synonym of the given word.

PROFESS

  1. ((a))

    lead

  2. ((b))

    teach

  3. ((c))

    predict

  4. ((d))

    admit

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Answer: ((d))

admit

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

Profess means to declare or announce.

Lead means to guide or show.

Predict means to estimate or forecast something.

Admit means to confess, announce, declare or profess.

It is clear that the synonym of profess is admit.

Hence, option 4 is the correct answer.

200

Select the synonym of the given word.

DAMSEL

  1. ((a))

    hag

  2. ((b))

    maiden

  3. ((c))

    witch

  4. ((d))

    senile

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Answer: ((b))

maiden

Let's understand the meaning of the given words.

Damsel refers to a young unmarried woman.

Hag refers to a witch or a woman with evil powers.

Maiden refers to an unmarried girl or young woman

Senile :- (of a person) having or showing the weaknesses or diseases of old age, especially a loss of mental faculties.

Hence, option 2 is the correct answer.

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