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Read the paper at your pace. Open an explanation when you need it.
If a mirror is placed on the line AB, then which of the answer figures is the right image of the given figure?
Correct answer
Why this answer is correct
Clearly, figure (3) shows the correct right image of question figure.
In the following question, select the missing number from the given series.
6, 19, 54, 167, 494, ?
1491
1553
1361
1642
Correct answer
1491
Why this answer is correct
The pattern followed is-
6 × 3 + 1 = 18 + 1 → 19
19 × 3 - 3 = 57 - 3 → 54
54 × 3 + 5 = 162 + 5 → 167
167 × 3 - 7 = 501 - 7 → 494
494 × 3 + 9 = 1482 + 9 → 1491
Hence, “1491” will complete the series.
In the following question, select the odd letters from the given alternatives.
AEI
IMQ
EIL
MQU
Correct answer
EIL
Why this answer is correct
AEI ⇒ A + 4 = E; E + 4 = I
IMQ ⇒ I + 4 = M; M + 4 = Q
3) EIL ⇒ E + 4 = I; I + 3 = L
Hence, “EIL” is odd letters among the given alternatives.
If 7 (110) 4 and 19 (930) 12, then what is the value of ‘A’ in 16 (A) 9 ?
580
600
640
700
Correct answer
600
Why this answer is correct
(7 + 4) = 11
⇒ 11 × (11 - 1) = 11 × 10 = 110
19 + 12 = 31
⇒ 31 × (31 - 1) = 31 × 30 = 930
Likewise, 16 + 9 = 25
⇒ 25 × (25 - 1) = 25 × 24 = 600
Therefore, value of A = 600.
How many triangles are there in the given figure?
12
11
10
15
Correct answer
11
Why this answer is correct
The figure may be labeled as:
Thus, the total number of triangles formed is 11.
In the following question, select the odd number from the given alternatives.
15 - 45
9 - 29
31 - 93
41 - 123
Correct answer
9 - 29
Why this answer is correct
The pattern followed is
15 × 3 → 45
31 × 3 → 93
41 × 3 → 123
So, 9 × 3 → 27
But 9 - 29, therefore it does not follow the pattern.
How many rectangles are there in the given figure?
19
16
17
18
Correct answer
19
Why this answer is correct
The figure may be labeled as:
Square is a special kind of rectangle, it is one where all the sides have the same length. Thus every square is a rectangle because it is a quadrilateral with all four angles right angles.
Thus, the total number of Rectangles is 19.
In the following question, select the related letters from the given alternatives.
MN : OL : : SH : ?
VE
UF
UG
VF
Correct answer
UF
Why this answer is correct
In MN : OL
M + 2 = O
N - 2 = L
Similarly,
S + 2 = U
H - 2 = F
Therefore, “UF” is the correct answer.
If “A” denotes “added to”, “B” denotes “subtracted from”, “C” denotes “multiplied by”, and “D” denotes “Divide by”, then which of the following equation is true?
68 D 4 A 6 B 3 C 8 = 0
13 B 6 D 3 C 2 A 5 = 12
72 D 18 C 14 B 68 A 10 = - 4
12 A 6 B 3 C 4 D 3 = 14
Correct answer
12 A 6 B 3 C 4 D 3 = 14
Why this answer is correct
| Symbol code | A | B | C | D |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meaning | + | - | × | ÷ |
After converting,
⇒ 68 ÷ 4 + 6 - 3 × 8 = 17 + 6 - 24 = 1 (≠ 0 therefore false)
After converting,
⇒ 13 - 6 ÷ 3 × 2 + 5 = 13 - 4 + 5 = 14 (≠ 12 therefore false)
After converting,
⇒ 72 ÷ 18 × 14 - 68 + 10 = 56 - 68 + 10 = 2 (≠ - 4 therefore false)
After converting,
⇒ 12 + 6 - 3 × 4 ÷ 3 = 18 - 4 = 14 (= 14 therefore true)
Hence, “12 A 6 B 3 C 4 D 3 = 14” is the correct equation.
A piece of paper is folded and punched as shown below in the question figures. From the given answer figures, indicate how it will appear when opened?
Correct answer
Why this answer is correct
Clearly, when paper sheet is unfolded it will appear as shown below.
Thus, figure (1) is the correct answer.
In the following question, select the number which can be placed at the sign of question mark (?) from the given alternatives.
105
95
190
120
Correct answer
95
Why this answer is correct
⇒ 9 × 4 ÷ 6 = 6
15 × 19 ÷ 3 = 95
12 × 7 ÷ 4 = 21
Hence, “95” is correct answer.
A series is given with one term missing. Select the correct alternatives from the given ones that will complete the series.
B, G, N, W, ?
I
G
J
H
Correct answer
H
Why this answer is correct
The pattern followed here is,
B + 5 = G
G + 7 = N
N + 9 = W
Similarly,
W + 11 = H
Hence, “H” will complete the series.
Three positions of a cube are shown below.
Which letters will come on two faces marked ‘1 and 2’?
U and P
Q and R
P and S
R and P
Correct answer
Q and R
Why this answer is correct
From first and 2nd dice we can conclude that U, S, R and Q are adjacent to P,
Opposite to P ⇒ T
From above statement we can eliminate option U and P, P and S, R and P
Therefore only option left is Q and R.
Hence, Q and R will come on face marked ‘1’ and ‘2’.
In the given figure, how many big bottles are not blue?
37
115
152
89
Correct answer
37
Why this answer is correct
Clearly, the number which represents that big bottles are not blue is 37.
In the following question, select the word which cannot be formed using the letters of the given word.
ENCOURAGING
GRAIN
RAGING
GUAGE
ENCOURAGE
Correct answer
ENCOURAGE
Why this answer is correct
GRAIN → can be formed as ENCOURAGING
RAGING → can be formed as ENCOURAGING
GUAGE → can be formed as ENCOURAGING
ENCOURAGE → can’t be formed as there is only one ‘E’ in ENCOURAGING but we needed two ‘E’ in ENCOURAGE.
Arrange the given words in the sequence in which they occur in the dictionary.
21453
12435
21435
14253
Correct answer
12435
Why this answer is correct
The correct order is - 12435
(1) Habbit (2) Habitat (4) Hammer (3) Handle (5) Harvest
In the following question, select the odd word pair from the given alternatives.
Speaker - sound
Bulb - Light
Fire - Heat
Earth - Land
Correct answer
Earth - Land
Why this answer is correct
Sound is produced through speaker, light is produced by bulb and heat is released as energy from fire. Such relation is not established between Earth - Land.
Thus, the odd pair is Earth - Land.
In the given figure, how many colour televisions are not wide?
72
18
43
61
Correct answer
18
Why this answer is correct
Clearly, the number which represents the colour television which is not wide is 18.
A word is represented by only one set of numbers as given in any one of the alternatives. The sets of numbers given in the alternatives are represented by two classes of alphabets as shown in the given two matrices. The columns and rows of Matrix - I are numbered from 0 to 4 and that of Matrix - II are numbered from 5 to 9. A letter from these matrices can be represented first by its row and next by its column, for example, ‘R’ can be represented by 10, 42, etc, and ‘U’ can be represented by 75, 99, etc. similarly, you have to identify the set for the “BOND”.
| Matrix - I | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | |
| 0 | B | D | A | R | E |
| 1 | R | E | D | B | R |
| 2 | D | R | E | A | B |
| 3 | E | A | B | D | A |
| 4 | A | B | R | E | D |
| Matrix - II | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | |
| 5 | L | O | G | U | N |
| 6 | O | N | U | G | L |
| 7 | U | L | N | O | G |
| 8 | G | U | L | N | O |
| 9 | N | G | O | L | U |
00, 99, 56, 41
10, 65, 66, 22
24, 78, 33, 13
32, 89, 59, 20
Correct answer
32, 89, 59, 20
Why this answer is correct
00, 99, 56, 41 → B
10, 65, 66, 22 → ON
24, 78, 33, 13 → BO
32, 89, 59, 20 → BOND
Clearly, the number set for the word ‘BOND’ is 32, 89, 59, 20.
Which answer figure will complete the pattern in the question figure?
Correct answer
Why this answer is correct
Clearly, fig. (4) will complete the pattern when placed in the blank space of question figure.
If ‘P 3 Q’ means ‘Q’ is daughter of ‘P’ ‘P 5 Q’ means ‘Q is son of P’, ‘P 7 Q’ means ‘P is sister Q’, ‘P 9 Q’ means ‘P is brother of Q’, which of the following expression indicates A is niece of B?
B 9 D 5 A 5 C
B 7 D 9 C 5 A
B 5 D 9 C 7 A
B 7 D 9 C 3 A
Correct answer
B 7 D 9 C 3 A
Why this answer is correct
| Symbol code | P 3 Q | P 5 Q | P 7 Q | P 9 Q |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meaning | Q Daughter P | Q Son P | P Sister Q | P Brother Q |
1) B 9 D 5 A 5 C
B is Brother of D. A is son of D. C is son of A.
A is nephew of B.
B is sister of D. D is brother of C. A is son of C.
A is nephew of B.
D is son of B. D is brother of C. C is sister of A.
B is parent of A.
B is sister of D. D is brother of C. A is daughter of C.
A is the niece of B.
In the following question, select the odd pair from the given alternatives.
Wheat - Rabi
Rice - Rabi
Maize - Kharif
Barely - Rabi
Correct answer
Rice - Rabi
Why this answer is correct
Rice is a Kharif crop.
Thus, the odd pair is Rice - Rabi.
In the following question, select the number which can be placed at the sign of question mark ? From the given alternatives.
84
91
83
95
Correct answer
84
Why this answer is correct
1 × 2 + 1 = 3
4 × 3 + 2 = 14
9 × 4 + 3 = 39
16 × 5 + 4 = 84
Hence, “84” is the correct answer.
In the following question, select the related word from the given alternatives.
Farmer : Field :: Painter : ?
Gallery
Stage
Theatre
Shop
Correct answer
Gallery
Why this answer is correct
Farmer works in the field likewise, a painter display its painting into an art Gallery.
In the following question, select the odd letters from the given alternatives.
GEF
MLK
IKJ
VWY
Correct answer
VWY
Why this answer is correct
Only the group of letters VWY are in order of the English alphabet that is V comes before W and W comes before Y but this is not present in other options.
In a row of people, there are 12 people before Q, there are 4 people between P and Q. There are 15 people between Q and S. If there are 8 people between S and R, Then how many minimum people are there in the row excluding Q and S?
27
32
36
37
Correct answer
27
Why this answer is correct
In a row of people, there are 12 people before Q, there are 4 people between P and Q.
There are 15 people between Q and S.
If there are 8 people between S and R, then minimum people in the row
Thus, the minimum number of people will be 27.
In the following question, select the missing number from the given series.
67, 70, 74, 77, 81, 84, ?
87
88
86
89
Correct answer
88
Why this answer is correct
The pattern followed here is,
67 + 3 = 70
70 + 4 = 74
74 + 3 = 77
77 + 4 = 81
81 + 3 = 84
84 + 4 = 88
Hence, “88” will complete the series.
Which answer figure will complete the pattern in the question figure?
Correct answer
Why this answer is correct
Clearly, fig. (3) will complete the pattern when placed in the blank space of question figure.
In the following question, select the related word from the given alternatives.
Sunday : Thursday : Wednesday : ?
Sunday
Friday
Saturday
Monday
Correct answer
Sunday
Why this answer is correct
Three days after Sunday comes "Thursday" likewise, three days after "Wednesday" comes Sunday.
From the given answer figure, select the one in which the question figure is hidden/embedded.
Correct answer
Why this answer is correct
On close observation, we find that question figure is embedded in fig. (1) as shown below.
In the following question, select the word which cannot be formed using the letters of the given word.
LANGUAGE
SLANG
GUAGE
GLANE
GANG
Correct answer
SLANG
Why this answer is correct
SLANG → can’t be formed as there is no ‘S” in LANGUAGE
GUAGE → can be formed as LANGUAGE
GLANE → can be formed as LANGUAGE
GANG → can be formed as LANGUAGE
From the given options, which answer figure can be formed by folding the figure given in the questions?
Correct answer
Why this answer is correct
Opposite faces are:
⇔
⇔
⇔
In option 2, 3, 4 opposite faces are adjacent to each other and in option 1 opposite faces are not adjacent to each other, hence cube in option 1 can be formed.
Hence, correct answer is option 1.
From the given answer figure, select the one in which the question figure is hidden/embedded.
Correct answer
Why this answer is correct
On close observation, we find that question figure is embedded in fig. (3) as shown below.
Arrange the given words in the sequence in which they occur in the dictionary.
4213
4321
4312
4231
Correct answer
4231
Why this answer is correct
The correct order is - 4231
(4) Repository (2) Reptile (3) Republic (1) Reputation.
In the following question below are given some statements followed by some conclusions. Taking the given statements to be true even if they seem to be at variance from commonly known facts, read all the conclusions and then decide which of the given conclusion(s) logically follows the given statements.
Statements:
I. Some clothes are white
II. Some white are flags.
III. No flag is straight.
Conclusions:
I. No cloth is straight.
II. Some white are straight
III. Some flag are clothes.
Only conclusion (I) follows
Only conclusion (II) follows
Only conclusion (III) follows
None follows
Correct answer
None follows
Why this answer is correct
The possible Venn diagram is:
Explanation:
I. No cloth is straight → It is possible but not definite, hence it is false.
II. Some white are straight → It is possible but not definite, hence it is false.
III. Some flag are clothes → It is possible but not definite, hence it is false.
Thus, None follows.
In each of the following question below are given some statements followed by some conclusion, Taking the given statements to be true even if they seem to be at variance from commonly known facts, read all the conclusions and then decide which of the given conclusion logically follows the given statements, seem to be at variance from commonly known facts, read all the conclusions and then decide which of the given conclusion logically follows the given statements,
Statements:
I. All pages are yellow.
II. All yellow are newspapers.
III. Some newspapers are national.
Conclusions:
I. Some national are yellow
II. Some newspapers are pages.
III. No page is national.
Only conclusion (I) and (II) follow
Only conclusion (I) and (III) follow
Only conclusion (II) follows
Only conclusion (III) follows
Correct answer
Only conclusion (II) follows
Why this answer is correct
The possible Venn diagram is:
Explanation:
I. Some national are yellow → There is no direct relationships between the two, hence it is false.
II. Some newspapers are pages → It is a definite case, hence it is true.
III. No page is national → It is not a definite case, hence it is false.
Thus, Only conclusion (II) follows.
If 6 # 8 = 10 and 5 # 12 = 13, then 9 # 40 = ?
47
63
41
53
Correct answer
41
Why this answer is correct
6 # 8 = (6)2 + (8)2 = 100 i.e, (10)2
5 # 12 = (5)2 + (12)2 = 169 i.e, (13)2
Thus, 9 # 40 = (9)2 + (40)2 = 1681 i.e, (41)2
A word is represented by only one set of numbers as given in any one of the alternatives. The sets of numbers given in the alternatives are represented by two classes of alphabets as shown in the given two matrices. The columns and rows of Matrix - I are numbered from 0 to 4 and that of Matrix - II are numbered from 5 to 9. A letter from these matrices can be represented first by its row and next by its column, for example, ‘B’ can be represented by 04, 20, etc, and ‘T’ can be represented by 56, 95, etc. similarly, you have to identify the set for the “SLAP”.
| Matrix - I | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 | |
| 0 | L | A | M | Y | B |
| 1 | M | Y | B | L | A |
| 2 | B | L | A | M | Y |
| 3 | A | M | Y | B | L |
| 4 | Y | B | L | A | M |
| Matrix - II | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 5 | 6 | 7 | 8 | 9 | |
| 5 | O | T | S | R | P |
| 6 | S | O | P | T | R |
| 7 | P | R | O | S | T |
| 8 | R | P | T | O | S |
| 9 | T | S | R | P | O |
57, 00, 20, 13
65, 21, 75, 66
78, 34, 43, 86
96, 42, 98, 77
Correct answer
78, 34, 43, 86
Why this answer is correct
57, 00, 20, 13 → SL
65, 21, 75, 66 → SL
78, 34, 43, 86 → SLAP
96, 42, 98, 77 → SL
Clearly, the number set for the word ‘SLAP’ is 78, 34, 43, 86.
A series is given with one term missing. Select the correct alternatives from the given ones that will complete the series.
B, E, I, S, K, ?
W
X
U
V
Correct answer
W
Why this answer is correct
The pattern followed here is,
B × 2 + 1 = E
E × 2 - 1 = I
I × 2 + 1 = S
S × 2 - 1 = K
K × 2 + 1 = W
Hence, “W” will complete the series.
In a certain code language, “RESTED” is written as “SDTSFC” and “POINTS” written as “QNJMUR”. How is “BANNED” Written in that code language?
CZOMFC
ABMODE
ZMFODE
ABMMFC
Correct answer
CZOMFC
Why this answer is correct
“RESTED” is written as “SDTSFC” and “POINTS” written as “QNJMUR”.
Similarly,
Hence, in the given code language ““BANNED” is written as “CZOMFC”.
In a row of cars, red car is 14th from left and 23rd from right, how many cars are there in the row?
36
37
35
34
Correct answer
36
Why this answer is correct
Total no. of cars = (Position of car from left + Position of car from right) - 1
Total no. of cars = 14 + 23 - 1 = 37 - 1 = 36 (total no. of cars).
In a certain code language, “CONGO” is written as “RZPRD” and “TREAT” is written as “UQGWX”. How is “PHONE” written in that code language?
JNQU
KMQHK
MKQKH
LLPIL
Correct answer
KMQHK
Why this answer is correct
“CONGO” is written as “RZPRD” and “TREAT” is written as “UQGWX”.
Similarly,
Hence, in the given code language ““PHONE” is written as “KMQHK”.
If a mirror is placed on the line AB, then which of the answer figures is the right image of the given figure?
Correct answer
Why this answer is correct
Clearly, figure (2) shows the correct right image of question figure.
If “@” denotes “added to”, “#” denotes “multiplied by”, “®” denotes “divide by” and “%” denotes “subtracted from”. Then which of the following equation is true?
8 @ 8 ® 8 # 8 % 8 = 9
42 % 26 ® 13 # 2 @ 8 = 46
19 % 84 ® 4 @ 3 # 4 = 12
31 % 4 ® 2 # 19 @ 3 = 4
Correct answer
42 % 26 ® 13 # 2 @ 8 = 46
Why this answer is correct
| Symbol code | @ | # | ® | % |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Meaning | + | × | ÷ | - |
After converting,
⇒ 8 + 8 ÷ 8 × 8 - 8 = 8 + 8 - 8 = 16 - 8 = 8 (≠ 9 therefore false)
2) 42 % 26 ® 13 # 2 @ 8 = 46
After converting,
⇒ 42 - 26 ÷ 13 × 2 + 8 = 42 - 4 + 8 = 46 (= 46 therefore true)
After converting,
⇒ 19 - 84 ÷ 4 + 3 × 4 = 19 - 21 + 12 = 10 (≠ 12 therefore false)
After converting,
⇒ 31 - 4 ÷ 2 × 19 + 3 = 31 - 38 + 3 = - 4 (≠ 4 therefore false)
Hence, “42 % 26 ® 13 # 2 @ 8 = 46” is the correct answer.
Identify the diagram that best represents the relationship among the given classes,
Yellow, vegetables, Red Blood
Correct answer
Why this answer is correct
There are some vegetables which are yellow. But there is no relation between vegetables and yellow with Red Blood. Thus the correct figure that best represents the relationship among the three is Option 3
In the following question, select the related number from the given alternatives.
36 : 27 : : 196 : ?
257
89
173
343
Correct answer
343
Why this answer is correct
The pattern followed is -
(6)2 = 36
(3)3 = 27
Likewise,
(14)2 = 196
(7)3 = 343
Thus, 36 : 27 : : 196 : 343
A piece of paper is folded and punched as shown below in the question figures. From the given answer figures, indicate how it will appear when opened?
Correct answer
Why this answer is correct
Clearly, when paper sheet is unfolded it will appear as shown below.
Thus, figure (4) is the correct answer.
In the following question, select the odd number pair from the given alternatives.
2 - 6
6 - 42
12 - 156
4 - 12
Correct answer
4 - 12
Why this answer is correct
2 × (2 +1) → 6
6 × (6 + 1) → 42
12 × (12 + 1) → 156
4 × (4 - 1) → 12
Thus, 4 - 12 does not follow the pattern.
In the following question, select the related number from the given alternatives.
48 : 216 : : 64 : ?
288
276
312
264
Correct answer
288
Why this answer is correct
In 48 : 216
⇒ 48 × 4.5 = 216
Similarly,
⇒ 64 × 4.5 = 288
Hence, “288” is the correct answer.
In the following question, select the related letters from the given alternatives.
STOP : TRVT : : ? : ?
MIND : IQLO
HAIL : PLCI
SAND : UDHS
BANK : CCQO
Correct answer
HAIL : PLCI
Why this answer is correct
In STOP : TRVT
Similarly,
Likewise, the only group of letters that followed the same pattern is ⇒ HAIL : PLCI
_____ unemployment happens when people are not able to find jobs during some months of the year.
Seasonal
Disguised
Educated
Technical
Correct answer
Seasonal
Why this answer is correct
Sometime unemployment increase in a particular time of the year when the labour demand is lower than usual , this is called Seasonal unemployment.
For example
i. During festive season labour requirement is increased in every company, after festival labour requirement get decreased and seasonal unemployment happens.
ii. In case of tourism service higher employee is required only during the few months of the year, rest of the time seasonal unemployement happens.
A ________ splits sunlight into seven colours.
concave lens
convex lens
Prism
concave mirror
Correct answer
Prism
Why this answer is correct
At what temperature water converts to water vapour?
273 K
100 K
373 K
0 K
Correct answer
373 K
Why this answer is correct
Water converts to water vapour at 100° C which is equals to [100 + 273 = 373 K]
Match the following.
| Theories | Concepts |
|---|---|
| 1. Marxian Theory | a. Pay off |
| 2. Realist Theory | b. Power |
| 3. Game Theory | c. Class struggle |
1-c, 2-b, 3-a
1-b, 2-c, 3-a
1-a, 2-b, 3-c
1-c, 2-a, 3-b
Correct answer
1-c, 2-b, 3-a
Why this answer is correct
| Theories | Concepts | |
|---|---|---|
| Marxian | Marx developed his theory of class conflict in his analysis and critique of the capitalist society. | Class struggle |
| Realist | Realists are the theorists of power politics; the role of power has been, and continues to be, central to any theory of realism. | Power |
| Game | In any game, payoffs are numbers which represent the motivations of players. Payoffs may represent profit, quantity, "utility," or other continuous measures. | Pay off |
Indian Parliament is ________.
Unicameral
Bicameral
Tri cameral
None of these
Correct answer
Bicameral
Why this answer is correct
The Indian Parliament has two houses, the upper house (Rajya Sabha or council of states) and the lower house (Lok Sabha or House of people), so it is bicameral.
Two bones are connected to each other by a connective tissue called _______.
Tendon
Ligament
Neuron
Adipose
Correct answer
Ligament
Why this answer is correct
Which of the following is most reactive in nature?
Potassium
Calcium
Lead
Argon
Correct answer
Potassium
Why this answer is correct
Valence electron in elements
| Lead | 4 |
|---|---|
| Argon | 0 |
| Calcium | 2 |
| Potassium | 1 |
So, Potassium is more reactive in nature.
In which century Bhakti movement began?
6th century
7th century
8th century
9th century
Correct answer
7th century
Why this answer is correct
The Bhakti movement originated as a reaction against caste division; untouchability and ritualism in late medieval India.
The Bhakti movement originated in South India during the 7thcentury CE, spread northwards from Tamil Nadu through Karnataka and Maharashtra
How many writs are provided in Indian Constitution?
4
5
6
7
Correct answer
5
Why this answer is correct
There are five types of Writs - Habeas Corpus, Mandamus, Prohibition, Certiorari and Quo warranto which are provided by the Supreme Court under Article 32. The High Court can issue other writs under Article 226.
Habeas Corpus: The writ is issued to produce a person who has been detained whether in prison or in private custody, before a court and to release him if such detention is found illegal.
Mandamus: This writ of command is issued by supreme or high court when any government, court, corporation or any public authority has to do a public duty but fails to do so.
Certiorari: The writ of certiorari can be issued by the supreme or high court for quashing the order already passed by an inferior court, tribunal or quasi-judicial authority.
Prohibition: and it is popularly known as'Stay Order'.
Quo-Warranto: It is a writ issued with a view to restraining a person from holding a public office to which he is not entitled.
Who described Constitution of India as 'quasi-federal'?
Grawville Austin
Ione Jennings
Morris Jones
K. C. Wheare
Correct answer
K. C. Wheare
Why this answer is correct
Quasi-Federalism:- It is used to describe a system with federal government but unitary spirit.
Eg. India ,Canada.
K. C. Wheare said Indian constitution is quasi federal in character. It is the constitution with union supremacy.
At which period of life, body undergoes changes leading to reproductive maturity?
Adulthood
Adolescence
Adrenaline change
Target period
Correct answer
Adolescence
Why this answer is correct
Key Points
Important Points
Stages of developments are:
| Stage | Year Period | |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Infancy and Toddlerhood | 0-2 Years |
| 2 | Early Childhood | 2-6 Years |
| 3 | Middle Childhood | 6-11 years |
| 4 | Adolescence | 11-18 Years |
| 5 | Adulthood | After 18 years |
Under MUDRA Bank, loan ranging from Rs. 50,000 to Rs. 5,00,000 is categorized under _____.
Shishu
Kishor
Tarun
Atul
Correct answer
Kishor
Why this answer is correct
The primary product of PM Narendra Modi’s “Pradhan Mantri MUDRA Yojana” will be providing refinance for lending to micro businesses/units.
The interventions have been named ‘Shishu’, ‘Kishor’ and ‘Tarun’ to signify the stage of growth / development and funding needs of the beneficiary micro unit.
'My Country My Life' is written by _________.
Raghav Bahal
Lal Krishna Advani
Mamta Banerjee
Meira Kumar
Correct answer
Lal Krishna Advani
Why this answer is correct
'My Country My Life' is autobiography of Sri Lal Krishna Advani. The book was released by APJ Abdul Kalam in March, 2008. The book alongside mentions the event in Indian politics and India's history from 1900 till date.
Spinach contains ________.
Lactic Acid
Oxalic Acid
Carbonic Acid
Formic Acid
Correct answer
Oxalic Acid
Why this answer is correct
Marco-polo, a famous traveller, was native of which country?
Uzbekistan
Italy
Morocco
Russia
Correct answer
Italy
Why this answer is correct
Which among the following is/are output devices?
I. Scanner
II. Speaker
III. Plotter
Only I
Only II
Both II and III
Both I and III
Correct answer
Both II and III
Why this answer is correct
An input device is any hardware device that sends data to a computer, allowing you to interact with and control it.
An output device is any hardware that sends data from a computer to another device mostly in form of audio or video.
Set the following dynasties in chronological order of their period of rule.
1, 3, 2
3, 1, 2
2, 3, 1
3, 2, 1
Correct answer
1, 3, 2
Why this answer is correct
The correct answer is 1,3,2.
Key Points
Which of the following was the fifth country to join BRICS?
Argentina
South Africa
Spain
Sri Lanka
Correct answer
South Africa
Why this answer is correct
The correct answer is Option 2.
Key Points
What is the common name of sodium carbonate?
Limestone
Lime
Marble
Washing soda
Correct answer
Washing soda
Why this answer is correct
| Natural Name | Chemical Name | Formula |
|---|---|---|
| Lime stone | Calcium carbonate | CaCO3 |
| Lime | Calcium Oxide | CaO |
| Marble | Calcium carbonate | CaCO3 |
| Washing Soda | Sodium carbonate | Na2CO3 |
In which economic system the goods produced are distributed among people not on the basis of what people need but on the basis of Purchasing Power?
Socialist
Mixed
Capitalist
Marxist
Correct answer
Capitalist
Why this answer is correct
Capitalism is an economy system in which the means of production are privately owned and operated for profit, usually in cometitive markets. In system the goods produced are distributed among people not on the basis of what people need but on the basis of Purchasing Power.
Which among the following is not a Biotic component of environment?
Parasites
Decomposers
Non-Green plants
Soil
Correct answer
Soil
Why this answer is correct
IBM 701, IBM 702, IBM 650 are examples of _____.
First generation computer
Second generation computer
Third generation computer
Fourth generation computer
Correct answer
First generation computer
Why this answer is correct
How many Mahajanpadas were there in ancient India?
20
16
18
10
Correct answer
16
Why this answer is correct
The Correct Answer is 16.
Which among the following is a negatively charged ion?
Calcium ion
Zinc ion
Silver ion
Iodine ion
Correct answer
Iodine ion
Why this answer is correct
| Name | Formula | Charge |
|---|---|---|
| Calcium ion | Ca2+ | Positive |
| Zinc ion | Zn 2+ | Positive |
| Silver ion | Ag+ | Positive |
| Iodine ion | I- | Negetive |
Except iodine all atom release their valence electron(s). Iodine gain one electron to get stability.So it is negetively charged ion.
What are male gamets called as?
Zygote
Ova
Sperms
Embryo
Correct answer
Sperms
Why this answer is correct
Gamete cells, also known as sex cells, are the cells responsible for sexual reproduction. Female gametes are called ova or egg cells, and male gametes are called sperm.
Which film has been awarded with Best film on Social Issue in 64th National film Awards.
Dangal
Sultan
Pink
Jolly L.L.B. 2
Correct answer
Pink
Why this answer is correct
Aniruddha Roy Chowdhury's 'Pink' was honoured at the 64th National Film Awards in 2017.
It explores the issues faced by independent women in a patriarchal society. It is a Shoojit Sircar's courtroom drama that starsAmitabh Bachchan, Taapsee Pannu, Kirti Kulhari and Andrea Tariang.
'Jamini Roy ' was associated with which Art form?
Dancing
Singing
Drama
Painting
Correct answer
Painting
Why this answer is correct
In which year Quit India movement started?
1939
1940
1942
1945
Correct answer
1942
Why this answer is correct
Who among the following is a part of political executive?
District Magistrate
Secretary of Ministry of defence
Finance Minister
Superintendent of Police
Correct answer
Finance Minister
Why this answer is correct
The correct answer is option (3) i.e. Finance Minister
Which among the following comes under secondary sector of Indian Economy?
Cloth Industry
Transport of goods
Cotton production
Banking
Correct answer
Cloth Industry
Why this answer is correct
There are basicaly three sector in Indian ecomony-
i. Primary Sector – This is basically take out things which are already provided by nature. It is also known as raw material production or delivery industry. Ex- Crop production, cotton production, transport of goods.
ii. Secondery sector – In this sector human activity transform raw material into products or goods. It is basically production industry.Ex- Textile andCloth industry, food manufacturing.
iii. Tertiary Sector – It is service sector that gives value to people but not physical goods. Ex – Banking, Army or Police service etc.
So, Cloth industry which produce cloths from cotton or others raw materials, comes under secondery sector of Indian economics.
Which among the following is not a Kharif crop?
Tur daal (arhar)
Bajra
Wheat
Maize
Correct answer
Wheat
Why this answer is correct
The correct answer is Wheat.
Kharif crops or monsoon crops are domesticated plants that are cultivated and harvested in India, during the rainy season (June to September).
Wheat crops in winter (October to December), so it is not a Kharif crop.
Which among the following rivers is also known as 'Tsangpo'?
Krishna
Godavari
Ganga
Brahmaputra
Correct answer
Brahmaputra
Why this answer is correct
In which year 'New Economic Policy' was announced in India?
1990
1991
1992
1989
Correct answer
1991
Why this answer is correct
Beginning with mid-1991, the govt. has made some radical changes in economic policies bearing on trade, foreign investment exchange rate, industry, fiscal discipline etc. The new economy system introduces to improve the productivity and efficiency of the system. Main three parts of new economy system are –
Liberalisation: In this policy private sector has been freed from licensing and other restrictions.
Privatisation: Privatisation means permitting the private sector to set up industries which were previously reserved for the public sector. Under this policy many PSU’s were sold to private sector.
Globalization: Globalisation means the interaction of the domestic economy with the rest of the world with regard to foreign investment, trade, production and financial matters.
'Faster, Higher, Stronger ' is motto for which of the following Games Event?
Asian Games
IPL
Olympics
FIFA World Cup
Correct answer
Olympics
Why this answer is correct
Indian Standard Time (IST) is based upon Indian Standard Meridian which passes through ________.
Jaipur
Kolkata
Ahmedabad
Allahabad
Correct answer
Allahabad
Why this answer is correct
Indian Standard Time is calculated on the basis of 82.30' E longitude.
This meridian passing through Allahabad that was picked as the central meridian for India, corresponding to a single time zone for the country at 5 hours and 30 minutes in advance of GMT.
How much portion of earth's surface is covered by water?
One–third
One–fourth
Three–Fourth
Half
Correct answer
Three–Fourth
Why this answer is correct
Almost 70% or 3/4 of the earth is covered by water. Out of this 97%, water is salt water and rest is present in river lake or in vapour form.
What is the process of conversion from solid to gas is known as?
Fusion
Solidification
Sublimation
Condensation
Correct answer
Sublimation
Why this answer is correct
| Fusion | It is a process of conversion of a solid substance into its liquid state. |
|---|---|
| Solidification | It is a process of conversion of a liquid substance into its solid-state. |
| Sublimation | It is a process where a solid turns into a gas without going through a liquid stage. |
| Condensation | It is a process where water vapour or gas becomes liquid. |
What is the unit of frequency?
Decibel
Watt
Hertz
Newton
Correct answer
Hertz
Why this answer is correct
Hertz is named after the German physicist Heinrich Hertz.
\({\rm{Hz;}} = \left[ {\frac{1}{{sec}}} \right] = {\rm{;}}\left[ {{{\sec }^{ - 1}}} \right]\)
| Unit | Physical Quantity |
|---|---|
| Decibel (Db) | Sound |
| Watt (W) | Power |
| Hertz (Hz) | Frequency |
| Newton (N) | Force |
Which among the following is an example of progressive tax?
Excise duty
Octroi
Income tax
House tax
Correct answer
Income tax
Why this answer is correct
A progressive tax is a tax in which the tax rate increases as the taxable amount increases. That means low tax imposed on low income earners compared to those with a higher income.
Excise duties, Octroi, House tax all are fixed but income tax is different for different earning people.
Which among the following country is a ‘Third World Country'?
Russia
China
Poland
Argentina
Correct answer
Argentina
Why this answer is correct
After World War II the world split into two large geopolitical blocs and spheres of influence with contrary views on government and the politically correct society:
1 - First World: refers to so called developed, capitalist, industrial countries, roughly, a bloc of countries aligned with the United States after World War II. Ex – North America, Japan, Australia.
2 - Second World: It refers to the former communist-socialist, industrial states. Ex: Russia, Poland. China.
3 - Third World: All the other countries, today often used to roughly describe the developing countries of Africa, Asia and Latin America.
So Argentina is third world country.
Kaladan transport project is between India and _________.
Nepal
Bhutan
Myanmar
Afghanistan
Correct answer
Myanmar
Why this answer is correct
The ₹2,904-crore Kaladan project is a road-river-port cargo transport project that India will build for Myanmar.
The Kaladan multi-modal transit transport project is between India and Myanmar.
'Chumbi Valley' is located in which state?
Sikkim
Himachal Pradesh
Uttarakhand
Kashmir
Correct answer
Sikkim
Why this answer is correct
Chumbi Valley is a valley in Yadong County, Tibet Autonomous Region, China. The valley is on the south side of the Himalayan drainage divide, near the Chinese border with Sikkim, India and with Bhutan.
Which among the following is not a cash crop?
Cotton
Groundnut
Tea
Jowar
Correct answer
Jowar
Why this answer is correct
Major crops can be divided into 4 category.
Cash crop: A cash crop or profit crop is an agricultural crop which is grown for sale to return a profit. Cash crops also can be used as food but not essential.
Ex: Cotton, fruits, tea, coffee.
Food grain: Food grain is essential for human growth.
Ex: Rice, wheat, jowar, bajra, ragi.
Bleaching liquors are inorganic pollutants produced mainly by which Industry/Industries?
I. Paper and Pulp Industry
II. Iron and Steel Industry
III. Mining Industry
Only I
Only II
Only III
Both II and III
Correct answer
Only I
Why this answer is correct
In the production of white paper, the wood pulp is bleached to remove any colour from the trace amounts of lignin that was not extracted in the chemical pulping process.
Bleaching liquors are inorganic pollutants produced by Paper and pulping industry.
Which article in Indian Constitution describes India as 'Union of State'?
Article 1
Article 2
Article 3
Article 4
Correct answer
Article 1
Why this answer is correct
In which Constitutional Amendment Act, socialist and secular were added to Preamble of Indian Constitution?
40th Constitutional Amendment Act
42th Constitutional Amendment Act
44th Constitutional Amendment Act
49th Constitutional Amendment Act
Correct answer
42th Constitutional Amendment Act
Why this answer is correct
Which of the following cell organelles is present only in plant cell?
Cell membrane
Cell wall
Mitochondria
Lysosomes
Correct answer
Cell wall
Why this answer is correct
The correct answer is Cell Wall.
Plant cell wall:
Guard cells surrounds _____.
Nucleus
Stomata
Golgi apparatus
Mitochondria
Correct answer
Stomata
Why this answer is correct
Guard cells are specialized cells in the epidermis of leaves, stems and other organs that are used to control gas exchange.
Stomata are capable of opening and closing as per the surrounding environmental conditions. They help in exchange of gases during respiration and photosynthesis.
Match the following.
| Mode of reproduction | Organism |
|---|---|
| 1. Fission | a. Planaria |
| 2. Regeneration | b. Ameoba |
| 3. Budding | c. Hydra |
1-b, 2-a, 3-c
1-a, 2-c, 3-b
1-c, 2-a, 3-b
1-a, 2-b, 3-c
Correct answer
1-b, 2-a, 3-c
Why this answer is correct
Who among the following discovered blood group?
Joseph Fourier
Karl Landsteiner
M. S. Swami Nathan
Richael Carlson
Correct answer
Karl Landsteiner
Why this answer is correct
The marked price of an article is Rs 8480. If a discount of 12.5% is given, then what will be the selling price (in Rs) of the article?
7420
6890
6360
7380
Correct answer
7420
Why this answer is correct
Selling Price = Marked Price – Discount = 8480 – 12.5% of 8480
= 8480 – 12.5 × (8480/100) = 8480 – 1060 = Rs. 7420
What is the value of (tan2 x – sin2 x)/sec2 x?
sin4 x
cos2 x
sin2 x
cos4 x
Correct answer
sin4 x
Why this answer is correct
(tan2 x – sin2 x)/sec2 x = [(sin2 x/cos2x) – sin2 x]/sec2 x = sin2 x (1 – cos2 x)/(cos2 x sec2 x) = sin4 x (tan x = sin x/cos x, 1 – cos2 x = sin2 x, sec x cos x = 1)
What is the value of sec12° sin12° tan38° tan78° tan52° ?
1
3
1/2
3/2
Correct answer
1
Why this answer is correct
sec 12° = 1/cos12°
sec12° sin12° = 1/cos12° × sin12° = sin12°/cos12° = tan12° = cot (90 – 12) = cot78°
(sec x = 1/cos x, sin x/cos x = tan x, tan x = cot (90 – x))
tan38° = cot (90 – 38) = cot52°
(tan x = cot (90 – x)
⇒ sec12° sin12° tan38° tan78° tan52° = cot78° tan78° cot52° tan52° = 1 × 1 = 1
(tan x cot x = 1)
Direction: The table given below shows the number of students in five colleges in the given five years.
| Year | College | ||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| M | N | O | P | Q | |
| 2009 | 450 | 330 | 400 | 500 | 500 |
| 2010 | 480 | 380 | 380 | 520 | 510 |
| 2011 | 430 | 390 | 440 | 440 | 440 |
| 2012 | 480 | 360 | 480 | 490 | 450 |
| 2013 | 490 | 340 | 360 | 550 | 550 |
What is the average of the total number of students studying in college M in the given years?
412
420
400
466
Correct answer
466
Why this answer is correct
Total number of students in M: 450 + 480 + 430 + 480 + 490 = 2330
Average = 2330/5 = 466.
Direction: The given pie chart shows the various expenses (in percent) incurred by publisher on publishing a book.
If the amount spend on Binding is Rs. 14400, then what will be the amount (in Rs.) spend on Paper?
7200
20400
15600
16800
Correct answer
16800
Why this answer is correct
Binding: 12% = 14400
⇒ 1% = 1200
⇒ Paper: 14% = 1200 × 14 = Rs. 16800
Price of sugar increases by 30%. If expenditure increases by only 10%, then by how much percent consumption should decrease?
14.29
15.38
13.68
16.54
Correct answer
15.38
Why this answer is correct
Alternate MethodLet the initial price of sugar be Rs. 100 per kg and the initial consumption be 1kg.
Total initial expense = 100 × 1 = Rs. 100
The final price of sugar = 100 + 30 = Rs. 130 per kg
The final expense = 100 + 10 = Rs. 110
Final consumption = (110/130) × 100 = 0.8462
Percentage reduction in the consumption = [(1 - 0.8462)/1] × 100
⇒ 15.38%
∴ The consumption should be decreased by 15.38%.
Traditional method:
Let the initial price of sugar per unit be s.
Let the initial amount of consumption be a.
Let the final amount of consumption be ka.
⇒ Cost of a amount = as.
New rate of sugar = s + 30% = 13s/10
New price of consumption = (13s/10) × ka = 13kas/10
Percentage Increase in expenditure = (13kas/10 – as)/as = 100 × (13k/10 – 1) = 10
⇒ 13k/10 = 1/10 + 1 = 11/10
⇒ k = 11/13
Percentage Decrease in consumption = 100 × (ka – a)/a = 100 × (k – 1) = 100 × 2/13 = 15.38%.
A purchased an article and sold it to B at a loss of 20% and B sold it to C at a gain of 20%. C purchases the article for Rs 480. For what price (in Rs) A has purchased the article?
500
450
420
480
Correct answer
500
Why this answer is correct
Short trick:
Required price = 480/(0.8 × 1.2) = Rs. 500
Detailed solution:
Let the initial cost price of the product be x.
Selling price for A: SP = CP – Loss = x – 20% = 4x/5
Selling price for B: SP = CP + Profit = 4x/5 + 20% = 24x/25 = 480
⇒ x = 480 × 25/24 = Rs. 500.
Find the value of [(cot A – cosec A + 1)(tan A + sec A + 1)]/((cos A cosec A)?
2 cos A
2 sin A
2 cot A
2 tan A
Correct answer
2 tan A
Why this answer is correct
[(cot A – cosec A + 1)(tan A + sec A + 1)]/((cos A cosec A)?
= [(cos A/sin A – 1/sin A + 1)(sin A/cos A + 1/cos A + 1)]/(cos A/sin A) = [(cos A + sin A)2 – 1]/cos2 A(cot A = cos A/sin A, cosec A = 1/sin A, sec A = 1/cos A)
= [cos2 A + sin2 A + 2 sin A cos A – 1]/cos2 A = 2sin A/cos A = 2 tan A
What is the value of (cos x + cos y)/(sin x + sin y)?
tan [(x + y)/2]
tan [(x - y)/2]
cot [(x - y)/2]
cot [(x + y)/2]
Correct answer
cot [(x + y)/2]
Why this answer is correct
Sin x + sin y = 2sin [(x + y)/2] cos [(x – y)/2]
Cos x + cos y = 2cos [(x + y)/2] cos [(x – y)/2]
(cos x + cos y)/ (sin x + sin y) = cot [(x + y)/2] (cos x/sin x = cot x)
If x2 – 9x – 1 = 0, then what is the value of 5x – 5/x?
35
45
24
33
Correct answer
45
Why this answer is correct
x2 – 9x – 1 = 0
x2 – 1 = 9x
Now, 5x – 5/x = 5(x2 – 1)/x = 45x/x = 45
What is the compound interest (in Rs) on a principle sum of Rs 2800 for 2 years at the rate of 12% per annum?
687.18
634.46
712.32
568.68
Correct answer
712.32
Why this answer is correct
CI = P (1 + r/n)t – P
Where CI = compound interest,
P = Principal,
T = time period
And R = rate of interest
CI = 2800(1 + 0.12)2 – 2800 = 2800 (1.12)2 – 2800 = 3512.32 – 2800 = 712.32
If the total amount spends on publishing the book is Rs. 68000, then what will be the amount (in Rs.) spend on Advertising?
11560
12240
9520
8160
Correct answer
12240
Why this answer is correct
Total cost = 100% = Rs. 68000
⇒ 1% = Rs. 680
⇒ Advertising: 18% = 680 × 18 = Rs. 12240.
If the ratio of volume of two cubes is 11 ∶ 13, then what is the ratio of the sides of the two cubes?
11 ∶ 13
121 ∶ 169
(11)1/2 ∶ (13)1/2
(11)1/3 ∶ (13)1/3
Correct answer
(11)1/3 ∶ (13)1/3
Why this answer is correct
Volume of cube = a3
⇒ V1/V2 = a13/a23
⇒ a13/a23 = V1/V2
⇒ a1/a2 = V11/3/V21/3 = 111/3/131/3
For 11000 books the expenses incurred on others is Rs. 36960. If publisher wants a profit of 25%, then what should be the marked price (in Rs.) of each book?
56
76
70
50
Correct answer
70
Why this answer is correct
Expense incurred on others on 1 book: 6% = 36960/11000 = Rs. 3.36
⇒ total expense = 100% = 3.36 × 100/6 = Rs. 56
MP = CP + Profit% = 56 + 25% = 56 + 14 = Rs. 70.
An item is sold for Rs 1428 after two successive discounts of 12.5% and 20%. What is the marked price (in Rs) of the article?
2000
2100
2040
2400
Correct answer
2040
Why this answer is correct
Let the marked price me m.
Price after first discount: m – 12.5% = m – m/8 = 7m/8.
Price after second discount: 7m/8 – 20% = 7m/8 – 7m/40 = 28m/40 = 7m/10 = 1428
⇒ m = Rs 2040
One third of a certain journey is covered at the speed of 80 km/hr, one fourth of the journey at the speed of 50 km/hr and the rest at the speed of 100 km/hr. what will be the average speed (in km/hr) for the whole journey?
75
67
66.66
76.66
Correct answer
75
Why this answer is correct
Let the distance travelled be d.
Time taken in first case: d/s = (d/3)/80 = d/240
Time taken in second case: d/s = (d/4)/50 = d/200
Time taken in third case: d/s = (d – d/4 – d/3)/100 = (5d/12)/100 = d/240
Average Speed = total distance/total time = d/(d/240 + d/200 + d/240) = 1/(1/40 ( 1/6 + 1/5 + 1/6) ) = (1200/16) = 75 km/hr.
If in year 2011, in college N, 80% of the total students appeared in an exam, out of which 50% students passed, then how many students passed the exam?
136
152
156
162
Correct answer
156
Why this answer is correct
Passed = 50% of appeared = 50% of 80% of total = 40% of total = 40% of 390 = 156
Three circles of radius 9 cm are kept touching each other. The string is tightly tied around the three circles. What is the length (in cm) of the string?
48 + 18π
48 + 24π
54 + 18π
54 + 24π
Correct answer
54 + 18π
Why this answer is correct
The length of the string not in contact with circle = 2r + 2r + 2r = 6r = 6 × 9 = 54.
By symmetry, the angles swiped by string on one circle is 120.
⇒ Length of string touching circle = 2πr/3 + 2πr/3 + 2πr/3 = 2πr = 2 × 9 × π = 18π
Total length = 54 + 18π.
A started a business with Rs. 20000 and B joined after some time with Rs. 25000. If A and B share the profit in the ratio of 1 : 2 respectively, then what is the ratio of the time period of investment for A and B respectively?
1 : 2
5 : 6
5 : 8
5 : 7
Correct answer
5 : 8
Why this answer is correct
Amount invested by A = p = Rs 20000
Amount invested by B = q = Rs 25000
Let the time after of investment of A be x.
Let the time after of investment of B be y.
Ratio of share = (p/q) × (x/y) = 1/2
⇒ p/q = (1/2) × (y/x) = (1/2) × (25/20) = 5/8
How many two-digit numbers are divisible by 3 but not by 7?
13
26
30
47
Correct answer
26
Why this answer is correct
Number of 2-digit numbers : 10 – 99 = 90
Numbers divisible by 3: 12, 15, ..., 99 = 30 Numbers
Numbers divisible by 3 and 7: 21, 42, 63, 84 = 4 Numbers
Numbers divisible by 3 but not 7: 30 – 4 = 26 Numbers
Pipe A can fill a tank in 12 hours and Pipe B can fill the tank in 18 hours. If both the pipes are opened on alternate hours and if pipe B is opened first, then in how much time (in hours) the tank will be full?
14.5
14
15.5
15
Correct answer
14.5
Why this answer is correct
Given:
Time taken by A to fill the tank = 12 hours
Time taken by B to fill the tank = 18 hours
Concept used:
Total capacity = LCM
Efficiency = (Total Capacity)/(Total time)
Calculations:
Efficiency of pipe A = 1/12
Efficiency of pipe B = 1/18
If both opened together, work done in 2 hours = 1/18 + 1/12 = 5/36
So, 2 hour work = 5/36
After 14 hours (2 × 7), work done = 7 × 5/36 = 35/36.
Work left = 1 – 35/36 = 1/36.
Remaining work will be done by pipe B in h hours.
⇒ h/18 = 1/36
⇒ h = 1/2
Total time = 14 + 1/2 = 14.5 hours
∴ The total time is 14.5 hours
Total capacity = LCM (12, 18) = 36
| Pipe | Time | Total capacity | Efficiency |
|---|---|---|---|
| A | 12 | 36 | 36/12 = 3 |
| B | 18 | 36 | 36/18 = 2 |
If both opened together, work done in 2 hours = 3 + 2 = 5
After 14 hours, work done = 5 × 7 = 35
Work left = 36 – 35 = 1
Remaining work will be done by pipe B in h hours.
⇒ 2h = 1
⇒ h = 1/2
Total time = 14 + 1/2 = 14.5 hours
∴ The total time is 14.5 hours
What is the ratio of the total number of students of college N in all years to the total number of students of all the colleges studying in the year 2011?
100 : 107
90 : 107
90 : 119
90 : 127
Correct answer
90 : 107
Why this answer is correct
Total number of students in N in all years: 330 + 380 + 390 + 360 + 340 = 1800
Total number of students in 2011: 430 + 390 + 440 + 440 + 440 = 2140
Ratio: 1800 : 2140 = 90 : 107
A circle passing through points Q and R of triangle PQR, cut the sides PQ and PR at point X and Y respectively. If PQ = PR, then what is the value (in degrees) of ∠PRQ + ∠QXY?
120
150
240
180
Correct answer
180
Why this answer is correct
Since the points X and Y lie on the circle XYRQ is a cyclic quadrilateral.
⇒ ∠PRQ + ∠QXY = 180 (opposite angles of cyclic quadrilateral are supplementary)
If x = 7 + 2√10, then what is the value of √x – 1/√x?
2(√5 + 2√2)/3
2(√5 - 2√2)/3
-2(√5 + 2√2)/3
2(2√2 - √5)/3
Correct answer
2(√5 + 2√2)/3
Why this answer is correct
Given:
x = 7 + 2√10
Formula Used:
(a2 - b2) = (a + b)(a - b)
Calculation:
x = 7 + 2 √10 = 5 + 2 + 2√2√5 = (√5 + √2)2
⇒ √x = √5 + √2
Then, 1/√ x = 1/(√5 + √2)
By multiple and dividing by (√5 - √2)
⇒ 1/√ x = 1× (√5 - √2)/(√5 + √2) × (√5 - √2)
⇒ 1/√ x = (√5 - √2)/3
⇒ (√x - 1/√x) = √5 + √2 – [1/(√5 + √2)] = √5 + √2 – [(√5 - √2)/3] = (2√5 + 4√2)/3
⇒ 2(√5 + 2√2)/3
∴ The value of √x – 1/√x is 2(√5 + 2√2)/3
The average of 6 consecutive even numbers is 25. If the next even number is also considered, then what is the new average?
27
25
26
28
Correct answer
26
Why this answer is correct
Let the first integer be 2x.
Average of 6 consecutive integers:
(2x + (2x + 2) + ... + (2x + 10))/6 = 12x + 2(1 + 2 + ... + 5)
= 12x + 30 = 25 × 6 = 150
⇒ x = 10.
Average of new numbers:
(2x + (2x + 2) + ... + (2x + 12) )/ 7
= (14x + 42)/7
= 2x + 6
= 20 + 6
= 26.
If interest being compound half yearly then what sum (in Rs) will amount to Rs. 38416 in 2 years at the rate of 80% per annum at compound interest?
14000
15000
10000
12000
Correct answer
10000
Why this answer is correct
GIVEN:
Amount = Rs. 38416
Rate of Interest = 80%
Time = 2 years (Half yearly)
FORMULA USED:
Amount = P (1 + r/n)nt
CALCULATION:
Let the sum of money be P.
Amount = P (1 + r/n)nt
Where P = Principal,
T = time period
And R = rate of interest
= P (1 + 0.8/2)2 × 2 = P (1.4)4 = 38416
⇒ P = 10000
By how much the average amount spend on Printing, Paper and Royalty is more (in Rs.) than the average amount spend on Advertising and Binding if total amount spend on Publication is Rs. 150000?
9500
10000
7500
9000
Correct answer
9500
Why this answer is correct
Total amount spent: 100% = 150000
⇒ 1% = 1500
average spent on printing, paper and royalty: 64/3%
average spent on advertising and binding: 30/2%
Difference = 64/3 – 15 = (64 – 45)/3 = 19/3% = 19/3 × 1500 = Rs. 9500
In the given figure, what is the value of ∠1 + ∠2 + ∠3 + ∠4 + ∠5 + ∠6 + ∠7 + ∠8 + ∠9 + ∠10?
600
720
900
1080
Correct answer
720
Why this answer is correct
∠1 + ∠2 + ∠3 + ∠4 + ∠5 + ∠6 + ∠7 + ∠8 + ∠9 + ∠10 = (∠5 + ∠6 + ∠10 + ∠9) + (∠3 + ∠1 + ∠8) + (∠2 + ∠7 + ∠4) = Quad ABCD + ΔPQR + ΔSTU = 360° + 180° + 180° = 720°.
(Sum of angles of quadrilateral is 360° and of triangles is 180°)
Alternate Solution:
Sum of angles of star = (n – 4) × 180°, where n = number of sides forming star
Therefore ∠1 + ∠2 + ∠3 + ∠4 + ∠5 = (5 – 4) × 180° = 180°
Also, sum of interior angles of polygon = (n – 2) × 180° = ∠6 + ∠7 + ∠8 + ∠9 + ∠10 = 3 × 180°
Total angles = 720°
If x - 1/x = 3, then what is the value of x3 – 1/x3?
36
21
9
27
Correct answer
36
Why this answer is correct
Given:
x – 1/x = 3
Calculation:
Squaring it, we get
(x – 1/x)2 = 9
⇒ x2 + 1/x2 – 2 = 9
⇒ x2 + 1/x2 + 1 = 12
⇒ x3 – 1/x3 = (x – 1/x) (x2 + 1/x2 + 1)
= 3 × 12
= 36
If the diameter of a sphere is 14 cm, then what is the curved surface area (in cm2) of the sphere?
616
1232
2464
576
Correct answer
616
Why this answer is correct
curved surface area = 4πr2 = 4π(d/2)2 = πd2 = 22/7 × 14 × 14 = 616 cm2
Salary of A is 20% more than B and salary of B is 18% more than C. The salary of C is (approximately) how much percent less than A?
29.4%
32.5%
26.7%
28.1%
Correct answer
29.4%
Why this answer is correct
Let salary of C be x.
⇒ Salary of B = x + 18% = x + 18% = x + 18x/100 = 118x/100 = 59x/50
⇒ Salary of A = 59x/50 + 20% = 177x/125
Difference of salaries of A and C: 177x/125 – x = 52x/125
% Difference = 100 × (52x/125)/(177x/125) = 100 × 52/177 = 29.37 ~ 29.4%
By how much percent the total amount spend on Paper and Binding is less than the amount spend on Printing?
21.21
45.45
30.3
33.33
Correct answer
21.21
Why this answer is correct
Paper and binding: 12 + 14 = 26%
Printing: 33%
Difference % = 100 × (33 – 26)/33 = 700/33 = 21.21%
The difference between circumference and the radius of a circle is 111 cm. What is the area (in cm2) of the circle?
469
1386
912
1086
Correct answer
1386
Why this answer is correct
Circumference - radius = 2πr – r = r (2π – 1) = r(44/7 – 1) = 37r/7 = 111
⇒ r = 111 × 7/37 = 21 cm
Area = πr2 = 22/7 × 21 × 21 = 1386 cm2
A, B and C can do a piece of work in 20, 24 and 30 days respectively. All three of them began the work together but B left 3 days before completion of the work. In how many days was the work completed?
7
10
12
9
Correct answer
9
Why this answer is correct
Let the work took n days to complete.
⇒ A and C worked for n days
⇒ B worked for n – 3 days
Total work done = n × (1/20 + 1/30) + (n – 3) × (1/24) = n × (1/20 + 1/30 + 1/24) – 3/24 = 1
⇒ n × (6 + 4 + 5)/120 – 15/120 = (15n – 15)/120 = (n – 1)/8 = 1
⇒ n = 9
A, B and C can do a piece of work in 20, 24 and 30 days
LCM of 20, 24 and 30
⇒ 120 unit total work
⇒ Efficiency of A = 6 unit
⇒ Efficiency of B = 5 unit
⇒ Efficiency of C = 4 unit
B left 3 days before
⇒ 3 × 5 = 15 unit
Total work = 120 + 15 = 135 unit
Together complete in 6 + 5 + 4 = 15 unit
⇒ 135/15
⇒ 9 days
∴ The work completed was 9 days.
20% of the cost price is equal to 30% of the selling price. What is the loss percentage?
33.33%
54.43%
20.45%
34.43%
Correct answer
33.33%
Why this answer is correct
Let Cost Price be c.
Let Selling Price be s.
20% Cost Price = 30% Selling Price
⇒ c/5 = 3s/10
⇒ c/s = 3/2
Loss% = 100 × (CP - SP)/CP = 100 × (c - s)/c = 100 × (1 - s/c) = 100 × (1 - 2/3) = 100/3 = 33.33%
Which of the following relation(s) is/are true?
I. √7 + √3 > √5 + √5
II. √5 + √5 > √2 + √8
III. √5 + √5 > √7 + √3
Only I
Only II and III
Only I and III
All I, II and III
Correct answer
Only II and III
Why this answer is correct
We square both sides. Since all are greater than 1, the equality won’t change.
I. √7 + √3 > √5 + √5
⇒ (√7 + √3)2 > (√5 + √5)2
⇒ 7 + 3 + 2√21 > 5 + 5 + 2√25
⇒ 10 + 2√21 > 10 + 2√25
⇒ √21 > √25
Clearly, this is false
II. √5 + √5 > √2 + √8
⇒ (√5 + √5)2 > (√2 + √8)2
⇒ 5 + 5 + 2√25 > 2 + 8 + 2√16
⇒ 10 + 2√25 > 10 + 2√16
⇒ √25 > √16
Clearly, this is True
III. √5 + √5 > √7 + √3
⇒ (√5 + √5)2 > (√7 + √3)2
⇒ 5 + 5 + 2√25 > 7 + 3 + 2√21
⇒ 10 + 2√25 > 10 + 2√21
⇒ √25 > √21
Clearly, this is True
∴ II and III are correct.
If sin x = 1/3 and cos y = 1/3, then what is the value of sin (x + y)?
2/3
4/9
5/9
1
Correct answer
1
Why this answer is correct
sin x = 1/3
⇒ cos2 x = 1 - 1/9
⇒ cos x = 2(2)1/2/3 (sin2x + cos2x = 1)
cos y = 1/3
⇒ sin2 y = 1 - 1/9
⇒ sin y = 2(2)1/2/3 (sin2x + cos2x = 1)
sin (x + y) = sin x cos y + cos x sin y = 1/3 × 1/3 + 2(2)1/2/3 × 2(2)1/2/3 = 1/9 + 8/9 = 9/9 = 1.
In which of the given years the average number of students studying is maximum?
2011
2009
2010
2013
Correct answer
2013
Why this answer is correct
| Year | Total Students | Average |
|---|---|---|
| 2009 | 2180 | 436 |
| 2010 | 2270 | 454 |
| 2011 | 2140 | 428 |
| 2012 | 2260 | 452 |
| 2013 | 2290 | 458 |
Clearly, maximum average is in 2013.
If x = 17 - 4√18, then find the value of √x + 1/√x?
7√2
9
22
6
Correct answer
6
Why this answer is correct
(√x + 1/√x)2 = x + 1/x + 2 = 17 - 4√18 + 1/(17 - 4√18) + 2 = 17 - 4√18 + 17 + 4√18 + 2 = 36
(√x + 1/√x) = 6
A, B and C are the three points on a circle such that ∠ABC = 35° and ∠BAC = 85°. What is the angle (in degrees) subtended by arc AB at the centre of the circle?
60
90
135
120
Correct answer
120
Why this answer is correct
In triangle ABC, ∠A + ∠B + ∠C = 180 (angle sum property)
⇒ ∠C = 180 - ∠A - ∠B = 180° – 35° – 85° = 60°
∠ AOB = 2∠ACB (Angle subtended at centre is twice that on circle)
∠AOB = 2 × 60° = 120°
What is the unit’s place of 12123?
2
4
6
8
Correct answer
8
Why this answer is correct
Concept:
Unit digit: It is defined as the digit at once place of a given number. To calculate the unit digit, of a certain number with some power or product of numbers, we only have to focus on the digit at the one place of numbers.
Cyclicity: The concept of cyclicity is used to identify the last digit of the number. The cyclicity of any number is about the last digit and how they appear in a certain defined manner.
Procedure to find unit digit:
Step-1: Take the given power like the power of the unit digit of a given number.
Step-2: Divide the power by cyclicity of a given number
If it is completely divisible, then the unit digit will be digit at once place to the power its cyclicity.
If it is not divisible completely, replace the power with the remainder obtained, let xy (where x is a unit digit of a given number and y is remainder).
Step-3: Now, the unit digit will be obtained by simplifying xy.
Calculation:
12123
Unit digit of the given number (base) is 3, and its cyclicity 4. Hence,
Step-1 123/4 ⇒ Remainder = 3
Step-2 (2)3 = 8
Unit digit of 12123 will be 8
Alternate Method
The last digit series of powers of 12 is 2, 4, 8, 6, 2.
∴ Numbers of form 124k + 1 : 2
∴ Numbers of form 124k + 2 : 4
∴ Numbers of form 124k + 3 : 8
∴ Numbers of form 124k + 4 : 6
∴ 12123 = 124 × 30 + 3 will have 8 as unit digit.
Additional Information
| Number (n) | Unit digit of n1 | Unit digit of n2 | Unit digit of n3 | Unit digit of n4 | Cyclicity |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 1 |
| 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 | 1 |
| 2 | 2 | 4 | 8 | 6 | 4 |
| 3 | 3 | 9 | 7 | 1 | 4 |
| 4 | 4 | 6 | 4 | 6 | 2 |
| 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 5 | 1 |
| 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 6 | 1 |
| 7 | 7 | 9 | 3 | 1 | 4 |
| 8 | 8 | 4 | 2 | 6 | 4 |
| 9 | 9 | 1 | 9 | 1 | 2 |
If A/B = 2/3, B/C = 4/5 and C/D = 3/2, then what is the ratio of A : B : C : D?
8 : 12 : 10 : 15
8 : 15 : 12 : 10
8 : 10 : 12 : 15
8 : 12 : 15 : 10
Correct answer
8 : 12 : 15 : 10
Why this answer is correct
A : B = 2 : 3 = 8 : 12
B : C = 4 : 5 = 12 : 15
⇒ A : B : C = 8 : 12 : 15
C : D = 3 : 2 = 15 : 10
⇒ A : B : C : D = 8 : 12 : 15 : 10
AB is a tangent to a circle with centre O. If the radius at the circle is 7 cm and the length of AB is 24 cm (A is outside the circle), then what is the length (in cm) of OA?
25
26
28
31
Correct answer
25
Why this answer is correct
∠OBA = 90° (Radius is perpendicular to tangent at contact point)
In triangle OBA,
OA2 = AB2 + OB2 = 72 + 242 = 49 + 576 = 625
⇒ OA = 25 cm.
If 3x2 – 9x + 3 = 0, then what is the value of (x + 1/x)3?
9
729
81
27
Correct answer
27
Why this answer is correct
Given:
3x2 – 9x + 3 = 0 and we have to find the value of (x + 1/x)3
Calculation:
3x2 – 9x + 3 = 0
⇒ x2 - 3x + 1 = 0
⇒ x - 3 + 1/x = 0 [Dividing both sides by x]
⇒ x + 1/x = 3
Now,
(x + 1/x)3 = (3)3 = 27
∴ The required value of (x + 1/x)3 is 27.
In ΔPQR, S and T are the mid points of sides PQ and PR respectively. If ∠QPR = 45° and ∠PRQ = 55°, then what is the value (in degrees) of ∠QST?
80
85
90
100
Correct answer
100
Why this answer is correct
Since S and T are midpoints, ST | | QR (Mid Point Theorem)
⇒ ∠PTS = ∠PRQ
∠QST = ∠QPR + ∠PTS = ∠QPR + ∠PRQ = 45° + 55° = 100° (exterior angle theorem)
There is group of 8 teachers. One teacher leaves the group and a new teacher joins the group. Due to this, the average age of teachers becomes same as the average 2 years ago. If the member who left was aged 42. Then what is the age (in years) of new teacher?
22
28
24
26
Correct answer
26
Why this answer is correct
Let the sum of present ages of teachers be S.
Let the age of new teacher be n.
New average = old average 2 years ago = (S – 2 × 8)/8 = (S – 42 + n)/8
Solving, we get
S – 16 = S – 42 + n
⇒ n = 26
Amit goes to his office by car at the speed of 80 km/hr and reaches 15 minutes earlier. If he goes at the speed 60 km/hr, he reaches 15 minutes late. What will be the speed (in km/hr) of the car to reach on time?
478/7
476/7
480/7
484/7
Correct answer
480/7
Why this answer is correct
Short Trick:
The ratio of speed is inversely proportional to the ratio of time taken
⇒ the ratio of speed = 80 : 60 = 4 : 3
⇒ The ratio of time taken = 3 : 4
4 units - 3 units = 15 + 15 = 30 minutes
⇒ 1 units = 30 minutes
Total distance = 90/60 × 80 = 120 km
Actual time taken = 90 + 15 = 105 min
∴ Actual speed = 120 × 60/105 = 480/7
Detailed Solution:
Let the speed to reach on time be s.
Let the distance to office be d.
Time taken by car at 80 km/hr = x = d/80
Time taken by car at 60 km/hr = y = d/60
Time taken by car at s km/hr = z = d/s
Given: x = z – 15/60, y = z + 15/60
⇒ d/80 = d/s – 15/60 = d/s – 1/4 ⇒ d(1/80 – 1/s) = -1/4
⇒ d/60 = d/s + 15/60 = d/s + 1/4 ⇒ d(1/60 – 1/s) = 1/4
Dividing the two equations, we get
(1/80 – 1/s)/(1/60 – 1/s) = -1
⇒ 1/80 – 1/s = 1/s – 1/60
⇒ 2/s = 1/80 + 1/60 = (7/240)
⇒ s = 2 × 240/7 = 480/7 km/h
If a = 1 + √3, b = 1 – √3, then what is the value of a2 + b2?
4
8
0
2
Correct answer
8
Why this answer is correct
a2 + b2 = (a + b)2 – 2ab
⇒ (1 + √3 + 1 – √3)2 – 2 × (1 + √3) × (1 – √3)
⇒ 22 – 2(12 – √32) [∵ (a + b) × (a - b) = (a2 - b2)]
⇒ 4 – 2(1 – 3)
⇒ 4 + 4 = 8.
The perimeter of a rhombus is 20 cm and one of the diagonal is 8 cm. what is the area (in cm2) of the rhombus?
12
24
48
96
Correct answer
24
Why this answer is correct
Perimeter = 4s = 20
⇒ s = 5
Diagonal DC = 8
⇒ DO = 8/2 = 4 (Diagonals of rhombus bisect each other at right angles)
In right triangle AOD,
AO2 = AD2 – OD2 = 52 – 42 = 25 – 16 = 9. (Pythagoras Theorem)
⇒ AO = 3
⇒ AB = 6 (Diagonals of rhombus bisect at right angles)
Area of rhombus = de/2 (d, e are diagonals)
= (6 × 8)/2 = 24 sq. cm.
If a2 + b2 + c2 + 1/a2 + 1/b2 + 1/c2 = 6, then what is the value of a2 + b2 + c2?
3
6
-3
2
Correct answer
3
Why this answer is correct
Substituting a = b = c = 1 or -1, we see that the equality holds.
⇒ a2 + b2 + c2 = 12 + 12 + 12 = 3
In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'.
Ayesha is among the few people (1)/ in the office which did not (2)/ blindly follow the path of other. (3)/ No Error (4)
1
2
3
4
Correct answer
2
Why this answer is correct
The error lies in part 2 of the sentence as ‘which’ is used to refer to inanimate objects and here the subject is a person so the correct word here would be ‘who’. It should read as:’.in the office who did not..’
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which is the best substitute of the phrase.
A person who is fond of fighting
bellicose
sinecure
deserter
pedant
Correct answer
bellicose
Why this answer is correct
The meanings of the words are:
Bellicose=> demonstrating aggression and willingness to fight.
Sinecure=> a position requiring little or no work but giving the holder status or financial benefit.
Deserter=> a member of the armed forces who deserts.
Pedant=> a person who is excessively concerned with minor details and rules or with displaying academic learning.
Thus option 1 is the correct answer.
Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.
The red and (the white rose) looks beautiful.
white rose
a white rose
an white rose
No improvement
Correct answer
white rose
Why this answer is correct
The verb in the sentence has a singular verb ‘looks’ thus the subject here should be singular as well. Thus the article ‘the’ cannot be used here. ‘The red and the white rose’ would mean two roses;one red and one white. Thus it should read as:’The red and white rose.’
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which is the best substitute of the phrase.
Story told to illustrate a moral or spiritual truth
nubile
elegy
parable
ode
Correct answer
parable
Why this answer is correct
The meanings of the words are:
Nubile=> sexually attractive
Elegy=> a poem of serious reflection, typically a lament for the dead.
Parable=> a simple story used to illustrate a moral or spiritual lesson, as told by Jesus in the Gospels
Ode=> a lyric poem, typically one in the form of an address to a particular subject, written in varied or irregular metre.
Thus option 3 is the correct answer.
Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.
Rohan has no acquaintance (from Sourabh).
of
on
with
No improvement
Correct answer
with
Why this answer is correct
The correct preposition here is ‘with’ as a person has acquaintance ‘with’ someone.’ It means ‘to be familiar with a person.’ The other prepositions do not fit here.
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which is the best substitute of the phrase.
Shamelessly rude
Imbecile
Impudent
Infallible
Invincible
Correct answer
Impudent
Why this answer is correct
The correct answer is Option 2) i.e. Impudent
Key Points
Additional Information
Example: Some of them were impudent and insulting.
Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.
Shashank appealed to the judge (for his release) from jail.
of his release
from his release
his release
No improvement
Correct answer
No improvement
Why this answer is correct
The sentence has been correctly structured and needs no improvement. Thus option 4 is the correct answer.
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which is the best substitute of the phrase.
A place for invalids and convalescents
hermit
vacuous
sanatorium
dormitory
Correct answer
sanatorium
Why this answer is correct
The meanings of the words are:
Hermit=> a person living in solitude as a religious discipline
Vacuous=> having or showing a lack of thought or intelligence; mindless
Sanatorium=> an establishment for the medical treatment of people who are convalescing or have a chronic illness
Dormitory=> a large room containing many beds, for example in a boarding school
Thus option 3 is the correct answer.
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which is the best substitute of the phrase.
The policy of extending a country's empire and influence
debauchery
parchment
denigration
imperialism
Correct answer
imperialism
Why this answer is correct
The meanings of the words are:
Debauchery=> excessive indulgence in sex, alcohol, or drugs
Parchment=> a stiff, flat, thin material made from the prepared skin of an animal, usually a sheep or goat, and used as a durable writing surface in ancient and medieval times.
Denigration=> the action of unfairly criticizing someone or something
Imperialism=> a policy of extending a country's power and influence through colonization, use of military force, or other means.
Thus option 4 is the correct answer.
Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.
I (have seen) him last year.
had seen
am seeing
saw
No improvement
Correct answer
saw
Why this answer is correct
The correct tense here is simple past as the sentence talks about an activity of last year. Thus option 3 is the correct answer. The other tenses are incorrect here.
In the following passage some of the words have been left out. Read the passage carefully and select the correct answer for the given blank out of the four alternatives.
Life priorities and ______ are never going to reduce. But among all of them, make some time for ______ the well being of the environment you live in. To save our environment, ______ life changing movement, is required. If anything is required, that is will power, honest ______ and some small initiatives. Save our environment by being a responsible citizen. Teach your child and others to save water. Do not waste water. It's a very ______ element of our environment.
Life priorities and ______ are never going
dreams
ambitions
passions
necessities
Correct answer
necessities
Why this answer is correct
The word here should be such that is a common part of life and cannot be eliminated at any cost. Thus ‘necessities’ which means ‘needs’ is the correct word here. The other words do not fit here.The word ‘passions’ means ‘strong and barely controllable emotion.’
that is will power honest ______ and some small initiatives
assurance
factor
working
inclination
Correct answer
inclination
Why this answer is correct
The word in the blank must be a noun that goes with the adjective ‘honest.’ Thus ‘inclination’ which means ‘propensity’ which is similar to will power fits here correctly. The other words do not convey any meaning here. ‘Assurance’ means ‘a positive declaration intended to give confidence’ and ‘factor’ means ‘a circumstance, fact, or influence that contributes to a result.’
It's a very ______ element of our environment.
contradictory
precious
healthy
bulky
Correct answer
precious
Why this answer is correct
The passage tells us to save water and not waste it thus it is clear that water is very important. The word ‘precious’ therefore fits here correctly. The word ‘contradictory’ means ‘mutually opposed or inconsistent’ and ‘bulky’ means ‘heavy.’ Thus option 2 is the correct answer.
save our environment, ______ life changing movement
some
huge
no
sufficient
Correct answer
no
Why this answer is correct
The word ‘no’ is the correct word as the next sentence has the word ‘if’. It has a condition which conveys the meaning that no big step is required to save the environment. Thus ‘huge’ which means ‘big’ and ‘sufficient’ which means ‘adequate’ would not fit here.
make some time for ______ the well being of the environment
ensuring
resulting
developing
enlarging
Correct answer
ensuring
Why this answer is correct
One should ‘ensure’ or ‘make sure’ the well being of one’s environment thus option 1 is the correct answer. One cannot result it or develop it. Well-being of the environment cannot be ‘enlarged’ as well. It means ‘to increase the size.’
A passage is given with five questions following it. Read the passage carefully and select the best answer to each question out of the given four alternatives.
Culture is defined as a people's way of life. It entails how they dress, how they speak, the type of food they eat, the manner in which they worship, and their art among many other things.Indian culture, therefore, is the Indians' way of life. Because of the population diversity, there is immense variety in Indian culture. The Indian culture is a blend ofvarious cultures belonging to a diverse religion, castes; regions follow their own tradition and culture.Indian Culture is one of the oldest cultures in the world. India had an urban civilization even during the Bronze age. The Indus Valley Civilization (HarappanCivilization) dates back to 3300 BC – 1300 BC.Distinct cultures different from each other co-exist together in a single country. Thus, in India, there is unity amidst vast cultural diversity. The way people live inIndia is reflected in its culture.Unity in Diversity: India is a land of unity in diversity where people of different sects, caste and religion live together. India is also called the land of unity in diversity as different groups of people co-operate with each other to live in a single society. Unity in diversity has also become the strength of India.
Secularism: The word secularism means equality, impartiality, etc. towards all religion. India is a secular country, which means, equal treatment of all the religions present in India.
Traditions: traditional cultural values Gestures
• Touching feet of elders: Indian tradition has rich cultural values. In India, younger show great respect to their elders. They touch the feet of their elders daily after
waking up and especially on the festive occasions or before starting an important work.
• Namaste: The gesture of the Namaste greeting is also part of the Indian culture. People greet each other by saying "Namaste" while joining their hands. "Namaste"
means "Hello". (Also read, the meaning of Namaste here.)
• Most Indians have a habit of shaking their heads while talking.
What is the reason behind the immense variety in Indian culture?
Blend of various cultures
Population diversity
Cultural diversity
Secularism
Correct answer
Population diversity
Why this answer is correct
The immense variety in Indian culture is due to the huge population present here. Every region is different from one another. This contributes to the immense variety in culture. Thus option 2 is the correct answer.
Why is India called a unity in diversity?
Different groups of people co-operate with each other.
People of different sects, caste and religion live together.
It is strength of India.
All of these
Correct answer
People of different sects, caste and religion live together.
Why this answer is correct
It is mentioned in the passage that India has people of different sects,castes and religions live together. It is a strength of India but the reason of calling it so is not this. Thus option 2 is the correct answer.
If I am a cultural, well-behaved Indian, what won't I do?
Touch the feets of the elders.
Join my hands while doing 'Namaste'.
Wake up early in the morning, especially on the festive occasions.
Shake my head as a habit while talking.
Correct answer
Wake up early in the morning, especially on the festive occasions.
Why this answer is correct
All the options except 3 are mentioned in the passage. Thus option 3 has the activity which does not fit in.
Based on the above passage, which of the following is NOT true about Indian culture?
Indian culture dates back to 3300 BC – 1300 BC.
Envy religion follows their own tradition and customs.
Every religion is treated equally in India.
In India there is unity in diversity.
Correct answer
Envy religion follows their own tradition and customs.
Why this answer is correct
All the options are mentioned in the passage except option 2. It is not written that every religion has its own traditions and customs. Thus option 2 is the correct answer.
Which of the following is not true according to the passage?
Culture entails how people dress.
Culture entails how people speak.
Culture entails how people worship.
Culture entails what drawing people draw.
Correct answer
Culture entails what drawing people draw.
Why this answer is correct
All of the options are mentioned in the passage except option 4. It is mentioned ‘It entails how they dress, how they speak, the type of food they eat, the manner in which they worship, and their art among many other things.’Thus option 4 is not true according to the passage.
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the word opposite in meaning to the word given.
Loiter
Wander
Punctual
Sober
Free
Correct answer
Punctual
Why this answer is correct
The correct answer is option 2: Punctual
| WORDS | MEANING |
|---|---|
| wander | walk, or move in a leisurely or aimless way. |
| Sober | serious and calm. |
| Free | available. |
The correct answer is 'Punctual'.
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the word opposite in meaning to the word given.
Penitence
sterile
approval
deter
remorse
Correct answer
approval
Why this answer is correct
The word ‘penitence’ means ‘the action of feeling or showing sorrow and regret for having done something wrong; repentance’. The meanings of the words are:
Sterile=> not able to produce children or young.
Approval=> the action of approving something.
Deter=> discourage
Remorse=> sadness
Thus option 2 is the correct antonym.
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the word opposite in meaning to the word given.
Slacken
rejoice
increase
flimsy
abate
Correct answer
increase
Why this answer is correct
The word ‘slacken’ means ‘reduce or decrease in speed or intensity.’. The meanings of the words are:
Rejoice=> celebrate
Flimsy=> delicate
Abate=> moderate
Thus option 2 is the correct antonym.
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the word opposite in meaning to the word given.
Keen
meek
sharp
preserve
dull
Correct answer
dull
Why this answer is correct
The word ‘keen’ means ‘interested. The other words mean as:
Meek=> quiet, gentle, and easily imposed on; submissive.
Sharp=> having a thin edge or point that can cut something or make a hole in something
Preserve=> conserve
Dull=> boring
Thus option 4 is the correct antonym.
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the word opposite in meaning to the word given.
Madden
calm
enrage
sordid
fussy
Correct answer
calm
Why this answer is correct
The word ‘madden’ means ‘to make someone mad’. The meanings of the words are:
Calm=> peaceful
Enrage=> make (someone) very angry
Sordid=> dirty and unpleasant
Fussy=> showing excessive or anxious concern about detail.
Thus option 1 is the correct antonym.
In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'.
Ankit cannot (1)/ succeed because (2)/ he labours hard. (3)/ No Error (4)
1
2
3
4
Correct answer
2
Why this answer is correct
The error lies in part 2 of the sentence as the conjunction ‘because’ is incorrect here and should be replaced with ‘unless.’
‘Because’ is used to state the reason why a person cannot do something. The conjunction ‘unless’ means ‘except if (used to introduce the case in which a statement being made is not true or valid).’
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase.
All at sea
completely confused
in great trouble
rise and fall
inspite of
Correct answer
completely confused
Why this answer is correct
The correct answer is "completely confused".
Key Points
The correct answer is "option 1".
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase.
A dark horse
no longer in use
self-possessed
a competitor of unknown capabilities
an unfortunate person
Correct answer
a competitor of unknown capabilities
Why this answer is correct
The idiom ‘a dark horse’ means ‘a competitor of unknown capabilities.’ Thus option 3 is the correct answer.
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase.
Bear up with
Endure
Deceit
Uncertain
Avoid
Correct answer
Endure
Why this answer is correct
The idiom ‘bear up with’ means ‘endure.’ Eg:She had to bear up with the bad weather for three weeks.
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase.
To clear the decks
throw the challenge
talk boastfully
to remove obstructions
control one's anger
Correct answer
to remove obstructions
Why this answer is correct
The idiom ‘to clear the decks’ means ‘to remove obstructions’. Eg: You need to clear the decks before you start the project.
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase.
Creature comforts
hint
luxuries
support
colloquial
Correct answer
luxuries
Why this answer is correct
The idiom ‘creature comforts’ means ‘luxuries.’ Eg: you're a long way from home and the only creature comforts you have are a television
In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'.
The teacher (1)/ explained everything (2)/ very succinctly. (3)/ No Error (4)
1
2
3
4
Correct answer
4
Why this answer is correct
The sentence has no error. It has been structured correctly. Thus option 4 is the correct answer.
In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'.
I would (1)/ rather to (2)/ die than beg. (3)/ No Error (4)
1
2
3
4
Correct answer
2
Why this answer is correct
The correct answer is: 2.
Key Points
Therefore, the correct answer is: I would rather die than beg.
Additional Information
In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'.
Three lakhs of people (1)/ attended the workshop (2)/ held at Ramleela ground. (3)/ No Error (4)
1
2
3
4
Correct answer
1
Why this answer is correct
The error lies in part 1 of the sentence as the preposition ‘of’ is incorrect here and needs to be omitted. The word ‘lakhs’ in plural form is incorrect too as it is used to denote the number of ‘people’. It should read as:’Three lakh people..’
Improve the bracketed part of the sentence.
His mother has been ill (before) five days.
for
of
from
No improvement
Correct answer
for
Why this answer is correct
Only ‘for’ can fit here. ‘for’ is used to signify a certain duration of time. The other prepositions do not fit here.
In the following question, the sentence given with blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Select the correct alternative out of the four and indicate it by selecting the appropriate option.
Vishal couldn't ______ breakfast today.
had
have been
have
having
Correct answer
have
Why this answer is correct
The verb with ‘could’ is always in simple present tense thus ‘have’ is the correct answer. The other options do not fit here.
In the following question, the sentence given with blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Select the correct alternative out of the four and indicate it by selecting the appropriate option.
This is the same dog ______ was running on the road.
whom
who
which
that
Correct answer
that
Why this answer is correct
‘Who’ and ‘whom’ are used in cases of human beings and not animals.The correct word here is ‘that’ and not ‘which’.
A defining clause (also called an essential clause or a restrictive clause) gives information essential to the meaning of the sentence. That is used in defining clauses. Here’s an example:
My bike that has a broken seat is in the garage.
Which introduces non-defining clauses. Unlike defining clauses, non-defining clauses (also called nonessential or nonrestrictive clauses) don’t limit the meaning of the sentence. You might lose interesting details if you remove them, but the meaning of the sentence wouldn’t change. Sometimes, these phrases are set off by commas.
My bike, which has a broken seat, is in the garage.
Thus option 4 is the correct answer.
In the following question, the sentence given with blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Select the correct alternative out of the four and indicate it by selecting the appropriate option.
Computer literacy will be crucial in ______ children to cope with the overall advancement of the world.
teaching
negotiating
separating
encouraging
Correct answer
teaching
Why this answer is correct
The sentence states that computer literacy would help children to cope with the overall advancement of the world.
Thus ‘teaching’ is the correct word here conveying that computer literacy needs to be taught to children. The other words do not fit here.
Hence, option 1 is correct.
Note: ‘Negotiating’ means ‘bargaining’and ‘encouraging’ means ‘supporting.’
In the following question, the sentence given with blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Select the correct alternative out of the four and indicate it by selecting the appropriate option.
Hundreds of _________ have been used in the study of the past and of man's progress.
Stories
Tales
Methods
Motions
Correct answer
Methods
Why this answer is correct
The word here should be that which is used to study something. Thus ‘stories’ and ‘tales’ which means ‘stories’ are incorrect here. ‘Methods’ which means ‘processes’ is the correct fit here. ‘Motions’ means ‘movements’ and makes no sense here.
Thus option 3 is the correct answer.
In the following question, the sentence given with blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Select the correct alternative out of the four and indicate it by selecting the appropriate option.
One of the pens ______ no ink.
has
have
is
are
Correct answer
has
Why this answer is correct
The verb with ‘one of the’ is always singular as it refers to one single subject. Thus ‘has’ is the correct answer. ‘Has’ is used to refer to the possession of an object by something. Thus option 1 is the correct answer.
In the following question, four words are given out of which one word is incorrectly spelt. Select the incorrectly spelt word.
mercenary
magnanimus
wakeful
melancholy
Correct answer
magnanimus
Why this answer is correct
The meanings of the words are:
Mercenary=> related to money
Magnanimous=> generous or forgiving, especially towards a rival or less powerful person.
Wakeful=> (of a person) unable or not needing to sleep
Melancholy=> sadness
Thus option 2 is the incorrectly spelt word.
In the following question, four words are given out of which one word is incorrectly spelt. Select the incorrectly spelt word.
pleasant
maximum
homorous
inferior
Correct answer
homorous
Why this answer is correct
The correct answer is 'homorous'.
Key Points
Additional Information
In the following question, four words are given out of which one word is incorrectly spelt. Select the incorrectly spelt word.
apparantly
aggressive
ambassador
attention
Correct answer
apparantly
Why this answer is correct
The word ‘apparently’ has been incorrectly spelt here. The meanings of the words are:
Apparently=> superficially
Aggressive=> behaving in an angry and violent way towards another person
Ambassador=> an important official who works in a foreign country representing his or her own country there, and who is officially accepted in this position by that country
Thus option 1 is the correct answer.
In the following question, four words are given out of which one word is incorrectly spelt. Select the incorrectly spelt word.
mentering
beginning
challenging
inviting
Correct answer
mentering
Why this answer is correct
The correct words are:
Mentoring=> the activity of supporting and advising someone with less experience to help them develop in their work:
Beginning=> start
Challenging=> testing one's abilities; demanding.
Inviting=> offering the promise of an attractive or enjoyable experience.
Thus option 1 is the incorrectly spelt word.
In the following question, four words are given out of which one word is incorrectly spelt. Select the incorrectly spelt word.
frequent
furioes
ferocious
fabulous
Correct answer
furioes
Why this answer is correct
The correct words are:
Frequent=> occurring or done many times at short intervals.
Furious=> very angry
Ferocious=> scary
Fabulous=> great
Thus option 2 is the incorrectly spelt word.
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the word similar in meaning to the word given.
Ablaze
cool
furious
restore
prolong
Correct answer
furious
Why this answer is correct
The word ‘ablaze’ means ‘hot or very angry.’ The words mean as follows:
Furious=> very angry
Restore=> bring back or re-establish (a previous right, practice, or situation).
Prolong=> to increase the duration
Thus option 2 is the correct answer.
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the word similar in meaning to the word given.
Concocted
certain
sensitive
pathetic
dubious
Correct answer
dubious
Why this answer is correct
The word ‘concocted’ means ‘made up or false’. The other words mean as:
Certain=> sure
Sensitive=> very emotional
Pathetic=> arousing pity, especially through vulnerability or sadness
Dubious=> doubtful
Thus option 4 is the correct answer.
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the word similar in meaning to the word given.
Chivalrous
heroic
abhorrent
doleful
rude
Correct answer
heroic
Why this answer is correct
The word ‘chivalrous’ means ‘noble;gallant’. The other words mean as follows:
Heroic=> having the characteristics of a hero or heroine; admirably brave or determined
Abhorrent=> inspiring disgust and loathing; repugnant.
Doleful=> sorrowful
Rude=> ill-mannered
Thus option 1 is the correct answer.
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the word similar in meaning to the word given.
Jangle
Quite
Flatter
Disagree
Spongy
Correct answer
Disagree
Why this answer is correct
The word ‘jangle’ means ‘clash’. The other words mean as:
Quite=> to the utmost or most absolute extent or degree; absolutely; completely
Flatter=> lavish praise and compliments on (someone), often insincerely and with the aim of furthering one's own interests.
Disagree=> not agree
Spongy=> like a sponge
Thus option 3 is the correct answer.
In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the word similar in meaning to the word given.
Gambol
Brittle
Frisk
Shallow
Work
Correct answer
Frisk
Why this answer is correct
The word ‘gambol’ means ‘to run and leap playfully.’ The other words mean as follows:
Brittle= that which can be easily broken
Frisk=> skip or leap playfully; frolic.
Shallow=> not deep
Thus option 2 is the correct answer.
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