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If ‘+’ means ‘–’, ‘–’ means ‘×’, ‘×’ means ‘÷’, ‘÷’ means ‘+’, then what will come in place of the question mark (?) in the following equation?
13 – 145 × 29 ÷ 52 + 11 = ?
106
117
94
83
Correct answer
106
Vipul departs from his home and walks 20 m towards the east. He then turns left and walks 15 m. He turns left again and walks 10 m. He then takes a right turn and walks 20 m. He then takes a left turn and walks 14 m. He takes a final left turn and walks 45 m to stop at Point X. How far is he from a pole which is 10 m to the south of his house?
(Assume that all the turns are 90° turns only.)
10 m
14 m
6 m
4 m
Correct answer
10 m
Select the option in which the given figure is embedded (rotation is NOT allowed).
Correct answer
Select the option that is related to the third word in the same way as the second word is related to the first word. (The words must be considered as meaningful English words and must not be related to each other based on the number of letters/number of consonants/vowels in the word)
Crew : Sailor :: Army : ?
Police
Battlefield
Soldier
War
Correct answer
Police
Select the correct mirror image of the given figure when the mirror is placed at MN as shown below.
Correct answer
Alisha is an athlete who runs 10 km towards the south and then turns to the left. After running 6 km, she again turns to the left and runs 10 km. Now, In which direction is she from the starting point?
West
South
North
East
Correct answer
West
Three statements are given followed by three conclusions numbered I, II and III. Assuming the statements to be true, even if they seem to be at variance with commonly known facts, decide which of the conclusions logically follow(s) from the statements.
Statements:
Some chips are wafers.
No wafer is a toffee.
All desserts are chips.
Conclusions:
I. All chips can never be toffees.
II. No dessert is a wafer.
III. Some toffees are desserts.
Only I follows
Only III follows
None follows
Only I and II follow
Correct answer
Only I follows
Which of the following terms will replace the question mark (?) in the given series?
KLJH, FGEC, ABZX, VWUS, ?
PQSM
QRPN
QRTV
QRNP
Correct answer
PQSM
Which of the following numbers will replace the question marks (?) in the given series?
8, 10, 24, 58, 120, ?
234
243
218
216
Correct answer
234
Seven people L, M, N, O, P,Q and R are sitting in a straight line adjacent to one another, facing the north (not necessarily in the given order).
P is sitting third to the left of Q. N is an immediate neighbour of O and Q. L is sitting third to the right of Q. R is the immediate neighbour of L and M.
Who is sitting to the immediate right of P?
Q
O
N
R
Correct answer
Q
In a certain code language, “MERITORIOUS” is written as “10” and “OBJECTIONABLE” is written as “12”. How will “PREPATORY” be written in that language?
8
6
7
9
Correct answer
8
Select the option that is related to the third word in the same way as the second word is related to the first word. (The words must be considered as meaningful English words and must not be related to each other based on the number of letters/number of consonants/vowels in the word)
Lyric : Song :: Stanza : ?
Essay
English
Poem
Literature
Correct answer
Essay
Select the option that is related to the third word in the same way as the second word is related to the first word (The words must be considered as meaningful English words and must not be related to each other based on the number of letters/consonants/vowels in the word).
Bird : Ornithology :: Plant : _______
Physics
Botany
Trees
Chemistry
Correct answer
Physics
Select the number from among the given options that can replace the question mark (?) in the following series.
13, 34, 63, 108, 177, 278, ?
423
491
432
419
Correct answer
423
Select the option that is related to the sixth letter-cluster in the same way as the first letter cluster is related to the second letter-cluster and the third letter-cluster is related to the fourth letter-cluster.
NTD : OVG : : KPM: LRP :: ? : UXQ
SVN
TVM
TVN
SUM
Correct answer
SVN
Which letter-cluster will replace the question mark (?) to complete the given series?
XUOA, DYME, JCKI, PGIO, ?
UKGU
ULGU
VLGU
VKGU
Correct answer
UKGU
Select the option that is related to the fourth term in the same way as the first term is related to the second term and the fifth term is related to the si×th term?
8 ∶ 1 ∶∶ ? ∶ 2 ∶∶ 200 ∶ 5
78
64
32
48
Correct answer
78
Select the option figure which is embedded in the given figure as its part (rotation is NOT allowed).
Correct answer
Select the option that is related to the fifth term in the same way as the second term is related to the first term and the fourth term is related to the third term.
33 ∶ 627 ∶∶ 47 ∶ 893 ∶∶ 21 ∶ ?
399
385
371
407
Correct answer
399
If '+' means '−', '−' means '×' , '×' means '÷' , '÷' means '+', what will come in place of the question mark?
153 × 9 - 5 + 32 ÷ 90 = ?
150
160
143
155
Correct answer
150
Select the set in which the numbers are related in the same way as are the numbers of the following sets.
(NOTE: Operations should be performed on the whole numbers, without breaking down the numbers into its constituent digits. E.g., 13 – Operations on 13 such as adding/subtraction/multiplying etc. to 13 can be performed. Breaking down 13 into 1 and 3 and then performing mathematical operations on 1 and 3 is not allowed)
(6, 12, 9)
(16, 10, 13)
(15, 7, 11)
(19, 24, 5)
(3, 14, 8)
(13, 38, 4)
Correct answer
(15, 7, 11)
Which of the following numbers will replace the question mark (?) in the given series?
17, 57, 22, 52, ?, 47
23
27
49
51
Correct answer
23
A paper is folded and cut as shown below. How will it appear when unfolded?
Correct answer
Select the correct option that indicates the arrangement of the following words in a logical and meaningful order.
5, 3, 2, 4, 1
1, 2, 5, 3, 4
2, 1, 5, 3, 4
1, 2, 5, 4, 3
Correct answer
5, 3, 2, 4, 1
Arrange the following words in a logical and meaningful order.
2, 1, 4, 3, 5
3, 4, 2, 1, 5
2, 1, 3, 4, 5
2, 3, 4, 5, 1
Correct answer
2, 1, 4, 3, 5
Which letter-cluster will replace the question mark (?) to complete the given series?
MCWF, OFUE, ? , SLQC, UOOB
PHTC
OHSE
PITD
QISD
Correct answer
PHTC
In a code language, 'COURT' is written as TROOC and 'SPORT' is written as TRIPS. How will 'BLIND' be written in the same language?
BNELD
DNILB
DNALB
DNCLB
Correct answer
BNELD
In a certain code language, ‘LESSON’ is written as ‘IDPPNK’ and ‘CLASS’ is written as ‘ZIZPP’. How will ‘CHAPTER’ be written in that language?
MDZZOQE
ZEZMQDO
DOZEZMQ
MZQEDZO
Correct answer
MDZZOQE
Select the figure from the options that can replace the question mark (?) and complete the given pattern.
Correct answer
Select the option in which the given figure is embedded (rotation is NOT allowed).
Correct answer
Select the option that is related to the fifth letter cluster in the same way as the second letter cluster is related to the first letter cluster and the fourth letter cluster is related to the third letter cluster.
JSGXK : ADXIB :: LFCWE : CQTHV :: BDXOF : ?
SOXWZ
SOOZW
ZOOWX
WXOZD
Correct answer
SOXWZ
Which letter-cluster will replace the question mark (?) to complete the given series?
FDQE, KJXM, PPEU, ?, ZBSK
VULB
UVLC
VUKB
VULC
Correct answer
VULB
Select the word-pair in which the two words are related in the same way as are the twowords in the given pair.
(The words must be considered as meaningful English words and must not be related to each other based on the number of letters/number of consonants/vowels in the word.)
Cot : Wood
Cloth : Cotton
Stove : Gas
Utensil : Cook
Jewellery : Leg
Correct answer
Cloth : Cotton
Select the correct mirror image of the given combination when the mirror is placed at MN as shown below.
Correct answer
In a certain code language, ‘CHECK’ is written as ‘110’ and ‘CORRECT’ is written as ‘114’. How will ‘WRONG’ be written in that language?
63
106
95
69
Correct answer
63
Select the option figure that will replace the question mark (?) in the figure given below to complete the pattern.
Correct answer
Each of the seven friends, Kirti, Siya, Amita, Preeti, Deepika, Jeet and Pari, has scored different marks in an exam. Pari has scored more than Kirti but less than Siya. Deepika has scored less than Preeti but more than Amita. Kirti has scored more than Preeti but less than Pari. Siya is not the highest scorer.
Who among the following has NOT scored more than Preeti?
Jeet
Siya
Pari
Amita
Correct answer
Jeet
Ram pointed towards a lady and said, “Her daughter is the wife of my son-in-law.” What relation does Ram have with the woman he pointed towards?
Husband
Father
Brother
Sister
Correct answer
Husband
How many triangles are there in the given figure?
7
9
8
5
Correct answer
7
Select the option that is related to the third term in the same way as the second term is related to the first term and the si×th term is related to the fifth term.
9 ∶ 38 ∶∶ 13 ∶ ? ∶∶ 24 ∶ 83
57
44
50
48
Correct answer
57
Select the correct combination of mathematical signs that can sequentially replace the # signs and balance the given equation.
25 # 8 # 21 # 3 # 5 # 4 # 4
̶ , +, ×, =, ÷, +
̶ , +, ÷, ×, =, +
+, ̶ , ÷, ×, =, +
̶ , +, ÷, =, ×, +
Correct answer
̶ , +, ×, =, ÷, +
Which letter-cluster will replace the question mark (?) to complete the given series?
FTFX, GVCT, ?, IZWL, JBTH
HEVP
HUTM
HSRU
HXZP
Correct answer
HEVP
Select the correct combination of mathematical signs to sequentially replace the * signs and balance the given equation.
8 * 2 * 2 * 2 * 2 = 8
× + − ÷
÷ − + ×
× ÷ + −
÷ + − ×
Correct answer
× + − ÷
Select the option that represents the correct order of the given words as they would appear in an English dictionary.
6, 1, 3, 5, 2, 4
6, 3, 1, 5, 4, 2
6, 1, 3, 2, 5, 4
6, 1, 5, 3, 2, 4
Correct answer
6, 1, 3, 5, 2, 4
Seven people, A, B, C, D, E, F and G, are sitting in a straight row, facing north. Only 1 person sits to the left of D. A is an immediate neighbour of D. Only 2 people sit between F and D. Only 3 people sit between C and G. B is not an immediate neighbour of G. Only 2 people sit between E and A.
Who sits to the immediate left of G?
A
E
F
D
Correct answer
A
Select the set in which the numbers are related in the same way as are the numbers of the following set.
(NOTE: Operations should be performed on the whole numbers, without breaking down the numbers into its constituent digits. E.g., 13 – Operations on 13 such as adding/subtracting/multiplying etc. to 13 can be performed. Breaking down 13 into 1 and 3 and then performing mathematical operations on 1 and 3 is not allowed)
(7, 5, 24)
(8, 2, 60)
(4, 8, 39)
(6, 3, 36)
(9, 3, 72)
(6, 3, 18)
Correct answer
(4, 8, 39)
K @ L means ‘L is the husband of K’
K & L means ‘K is the mother of L’
K # L means ‘K is the son of L’
If A & B @ C # D @ E, the how is B related to D?
Son's wife
Sister
Mother
Daughter
Correct answer
Son's wife
Select the option that represents the correct order of the given words as they would appear in an English dictionary.
4, 2, 6, 5, 3, 1
2, 4, 6, 5, 3, 1
2, 4, 6, 5, 1, 3
2, 4, 5, 6, 3, 1
Correct answer
4, 2, 6, 5, 3, 1
Two statements are given followed by two conclusions numbered I and II. Assuming the statements to be true, even if they seem to be at variance with commonly known facts, decide which of the conclusions logically follow(s) from the statements.
Statements:
Some plates are cups.
All cups are spoons.
Conclusions:
I. Some spoons are plates.
II. All spoons are plates.
Both conclusions I and II follow
Neither conclusion I nor II follows
Only conclusion II follows
Only conclusion I follows
Correct answer
Both conclusions I and II follow
According to the Indian Bureau of mines 2020, which two states of India have the maximum gold ore reserves?
Madhya Pradesh and Andhra Pradesh
Bihar and Rajasthan
Andhra Pradesh and Maharashtra
Karnataka and Uttar Pradesh
Correct answer
Madhya Pradesh and Andhra Pradesh
The term 'kick off' is related to which of the following games?
Cricket
Football
Badminton
Hockey
Correct answer
Cricket
Which of the following is referred to as ‘credit money’?
Money value = Commodity value
Money value > Commodity value
Money value = 10 percent less than Commodity value
Money value < Commodity value
Correct answer
Money value = Commodity value
What is the dimension of a basketball court?
28 × 18 m
28 × 15 m
28 × 22 m
28 × 20 m
Correct answer
28 × 18 m
‘The Trophic-Dynamic Aspect of Ecology’ was studied by whom in the year 1942?
Rachel Carson
Raymond L Lindeman
Frederic Clements
Alexander Humboldt
Correct answer
Rachel Carson
The Plan for Partition of India is known as the:
15th Aug Plan
3rd June Plan
5th May Plan
18th July Plan
Correct answer
15th Aug Plan
How do colours contribute to effective presentation and documents in MS PowerPoint?
Colours help in copying and pasting content between documents
Colours create a sense of hierarchy and emphasise important information.
Colours make the content appear larger and more prominent.
Automatically correct spelling and grammar errors in the text.
Correct answer
Colours help in copying and pasting content between documents
Which of the following Legislative Bills proposed to set-up the Indian Antarctic Authority (IAA) under the Ministry of Earth Sciences, Government of India?
The Indian Antarctic (Amendment) Bill, 2022
The Indian Antarctic (Amendment) Bill, 2021
The Indian Antarctic Bill, 2021
The Indian Antarctic Bill, 2022
Correct answer
The Indian Antarctic (Amendment) Bill, 2022
Which of the following is the correct match of the column-A column-B?
| Column-A (Type of Rock) | Column-B (Example) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| i. | Sedimentary rocks | a. | Granite |
| ii. | Igneous rocks | b. | Limestone |
| iii. | Metamorphic rocks | c. | Gneiss |
i - a, ii - c, iii - b
i - c, ii - b, iii - a
i - c, ii - a, iii - b
i - b, ii - a, iii - c
Correct answer
i - a, ii - c, iii - b
Who was responsible for killing the last Mauryan King?
Vasudev Kanva
Simuka
Kanishka
Pushyamitra Sunga
Correct answer
Vasudev Kanva
In which of the following years was the ‘New Economic Policy’ introduced in India?
1991
1993
1992
1990
Correct answer
1991
Which of the following is the correct match of the column-A with column-B?
| Column-A (River) | Column-B (Place of Origin) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| i. | Ganga | a. | Amarkantak |
| ii. | Chenab | b. | Western Ghats near Mahabaleshwar |
| iii. | Narmada | c. | Gangotri glacier |
| iv. | Krishna | d. | Spiti |
i - c, ii - d, iii - a, iv - b
i - c, ii - a, iii - b, iv - d
i - d, ii - c, iii - b, iv - a
i - c, ii - d, iii - b, iv - a
Correct answer
i - c, ii - d, iii - a, iv - b
What is in situ conservation method of biodiversity?
It concerns with the conservation of species in botanic gardens and captive breeding programmes.
It concerns with the conservation areas as ‘warehouses’ of biological information.
It concerns with the cryopreservation of gametes.
It concerns with the protective maintenance of threatened species in zoological parks.
Correct answer
It concerns with the conservation of species in botanic gardens and captive breeding programmes.
According to the Multidimensional Poverty Index 2022, which was the poorest state?
Bihar
Assam
West Bengal
Uttar Pradesh
Correct answer
Bihar
Which of the following is a collection of authoritative terminology originally compiled from IUPAC recommendations published by the scientific divisions of the union?
Gold Book
Purple Book
Red Book
Orange Book
Correct answer
Gold Book
Which of the following is an inanimate object that forms the environment?
Plants
Water
Fungi
Fish
Correct answer
Plants
Whose invasion of India resulted in the third battle of Panipat?
Ahmad Shah Abdali
Dost Mohammad
Nadir Shah
Babur
Correct answer
Ahmad Shah Abdali
Appointment, posting and promotion of District Judge in a state are made by __________________.
Chief justice of the high court of the state in consultation with the governor
Governor in consultation with the High Court
President in consultation with the High Court
Chief Minister in consultation with Chief justice of High Court
Correct answer
Chief justice of the high court of the state in consultation with the governor
Apart from income tax, there will also be TDS at ______ and gift tax on digital assets to be paid by the receiver, depending on certain conditions.
1%
2%
5%
4%
Correct answer
1%
Khagen Mahanta was a notable person in the folk music of ________.
Odisha
Uttar Pradesh
Andhra Pradesh
Assam
Correct answer
Odisha
What is the horizontal field view of one eye in human beings?
150°
50°
90°
170°
Correct answer
150°
According to the Indian Constitution, which of the following is NOT a fundamental duty?
To abide by the Constitution and respect its ideals
To promote the spirit of brotherhood
To safeguard public property
To vote in public election
Correct answer
To abide by the Constitution and respect its ideals
The book ‘Mitakshara’ is related to which of the following fields?
Agriculture
Politics
Finance
Judiciary
Correct answer
Agriculture
The question consists of two statements, namely, Assertion (A) and Reason (R). Use them to choose the correct alternative.
Assertion (A): Pocket money given by parents is included while estimating national income
Reason (R): It represents a transfer of payment from parents to children
Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A
A is true and R is false
Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A
A is false but R is true
Correct answer
Both A and R are true, and R is the correct explanation of A
Who was the captain of India’s Under-19 Women’s cricket team that won the inaugural edition of the Women’s Under-19 T-20 World Cup in January 2023?
Sweta Sherawat
Shafali Verma
Archana Devi
Richa Ghosh
Correct answer
Sweta Sherawat
The weight loss and marked depletion of subcutaneous fat and muscle mass are characteristic features of which syndrome occurs in infants?
Marasmus
Down syndrome
Eczema
Pertussis
Correct answer
Marasmus
Which city is known as the ‘Silicon Plateau’?
Hyderabad
Ahmedabad
Bengaluru
Chandigarh
Correct answer
Hyderabad
Match the hills of India with their regions.
| Hills | Regions | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| 1. | Javadi Hills | a. | Eastern Ghats |
| 2. | Doddabetta | b. | Western Ghats |
| 3. | Jaintia Hills | c. | Purvanchal |
| 4. | Patkai Hills | d. | Meghalaya Plateau |
1 - a, 2 - b, 3 - c, 4 - d
1 - b, 2 - a, 3 - d, 4 - c
1 - a, 2 - b, 3 - d, 4 - c
1 - a, 2 - d, 3 - b, 4 - c
Correct answer
1 - a, 2 - b, 3 - c, 4 - d
The total members who participate in the election of president is called _________.
First Voters Group
Electoral College
President College
Elite Election Group
Correct answer
First Voters Group
What is the architectural style of the Brihadisvara temple in Tamil Nadu?
Gadaga
Nagara
Champa
Dravidian
Correct answer
Gadaga
Which of the following is NOT correct regarding the periodic table?
There are 18 periods and 7 groups in the periodic table.
Group 2 elements are called alkaline earth metals.
There are 7 periods and 18 groups in the periodic table.
Noble gases are included in group 18.
Correct answer
There are 18 periods and 7 groups in the periodic table.
The geothermal gradient is defined as the increase in temperature with depth in the earth. Accordingly, in normal continental crust, the rate of temperature rise within the first 3 to 5 kilometres of the Earth's surface is approximately _________.
25 °C/km
40 °C/km
10 °C/km
70 °C/km
Correct answer
25 °C/km
‘Pashto’ language is spoken in which of the following neighbouring countries of India?
Sri Lanka and Maldives
Nepal and Bhutan
Afghanistan and Pakistan
China and Myanmar
Correct answer
Sri Lanka and Maldives
The Sangeet Natak Akademi of India recognises 8 dance forms of Indian classical dance. Which of the following is NOT included?
Chhau
Kuchipudi
Sattriya
Bharatanatyam
Correct answer
Chhau
What is the term for the unwanted and unsolicited messages that are sent over the internet?
Malware
Phishing
Spam
Hacking
Correct answer
Malware
How much energy is released from 1 gm of fat?
4 calories
9 calories
4.2 calories
5 calories
Correct answer
4 calories
Article 19 of the Constitution of India had originally guaranteed _________________ rights.
eight
seven
six
five
Correct answer
eight
Name the programme launched by the Ministry of Health and Family Welfare to empower all healthcare workers engaged in oxygen management and administration with the essential knowledge and skills.
National Oxygen Management Programme
National Oxygen Development Programme
National Oxygen Supervision Programme
National Oxygen Stewardship Programme
Correct answer
National Oxygen Management Programme
In September 2022, who among the following was honoured with the Dadasaheb Phalke Award for the year 2020?
Amitabh Bachchan
Vinod Khanna
Asha Parekh
Rajinikanth
Correct answer
Amitabh Bachchan
Which of the following article of the Constitution lays down that the National Flag and National Anthem must be respected?
Art 51A (a)
Art 51A (d)
Art 51A (b)
Art 51A ( c)
Correct answer
Art 51A (a)
Which of the following programmes was initiated in 1979 with the objective of upgrading the traditional skills of rural youth belonging to families living below the poverty line, with family income below ₹3,500 per year?
Training to Rural Youth for Self Employment (TRYSEM)
National Rural Employment Programme (NREP)
Jawahar Rozgar Yojana (JRY)
Rural-Landless Employment Guarantee Programme ( RLEGP)
Correct answer
Training to Rural Youth for Self Employment (TRYSEM)
Which of the following is the most common omega-3 fatty acid found in vegetable oils, nuts (especially walnuts), flaxseed and leafy vegetables that help prevent heart disease and stroke?
Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA)
Eicosapentaenoic acid (EPA)
Arachidonic acid (ARA)
Alpha-linolenic acid (ALA)
Correct answer
Docosahexaenoic acid (DHA)
Select the correct combination of Indian classical dance and their respective dancer.
Pandit Birju Maharaj – Sattriya
Elam Endira Devi – Manipuri
Surendra Nath Jena – Kuchipudi
Guru Bipin Singh – Mohiniyattam
Correct answer
Pandit Birju Maharaj – Sattriya
What is the correct sequence of the following ports of India from North to South?
A. Kochi port
B. Mormugao port
C. Kandla port
D. Mumbai port
B, A, D, C
A, B, C, D
A, D, B, C
C, D, B, A
Correct answer
B, A, D, C
A Parliamentary delegation from ________, led by HE Wangchuk Namgyel, called on the President of India Droupadi Murmu at Rashtrapati Bhavan on 7th February 2023.
Myanmar
Bhutan
Nepal
Turkey
Correct answer
Myanmar
Match the column-A with column-B.
| Column-A (Rock) | Column-B (Structure type) | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| i. | Sedimentary rocks | a. | Stratification and lamination |
| ii. | Igneous rocks | b. | crystalline structure |
| iii. | Metamorphic rocks | c. | Foliation |
i - c, ii - b, iii - a
i - a, ii - c, iii - b
i - a, ii - b, iii - c
i - b, ii - a, iii - c
Correct answer
i - c, ii - b, iii - a
Tabla maestro Ustad Alla Rakha was a musician trained by Mian Kader Baksh of the _________.
Delhi gharana
Farrukhabad gharana
Punjab gharana
Lucknow gharana
Correct answer
Delhi gharana
The headquarters of the Ghadar Party was located at which place?
San Francisco
New York
Chicago
Washington
Correct answer
San Francisco
Which parameter is kept constant in Boyle’s Law?
Pressure and mass
Temperature
Mass
Temperature and pressure
Correct answer
Pressure and mass
A manometer is an instrument used for measuring the pressure acting on a column of fluid, which consists of a U-shaped tube of liquid in which the difference in pressures acting in the two arms of the tube causes the liquid to reach different heights in the two arms. Which of the following is NOT a limitation of the manometer?
Difficulty in construction
Need for levelling
No over-range protection
Large and bulky size
Correct answer
Difficulty in construction
What is the minimum value of effective depth of a cantilever RCC beam of span 7 m to satisfy the vertical deflection limit as per IS 456-2000?
350 mm
500 mm
269.2 mm
1000 mm
Correct answer
350 mm
Match the following.
| Air Pollutant | Effect | ||
|---|---|---|---|
| I. | Carbon monoxide | A. | Asphyxia |
| II. | Halogenated solvents | B. | Attack(s) the liver |
| III. | Hydrocarbons | C. | Cause(s) cancer |
I - A, II - C, III - B
I - C, II - B, III - A
I - A, II - B, III - C
I - C, II - A, III - B
Correct answer
I - A, II - C, III - B
A 3-degrees curve is situated on a ruling gradient of 1 in 250 on a broad Gauge track. What should be the actual ruling gradient considering the grade compensation of curvature?
0.12%
0.28%
1 in 300
1 in 280
Correct answer
0.12%
If a pitot tube is placed with its nose facing downstream, the liquid:
does not rise in the tube
falls in the tube to a height of \(\rm \frac{v^2}{2 g}\)
rises in the tube to a height of \(\rm \frac{{v}^2}{2g}\)
does not fall in the tube
Correct answer
does not rise in the tube
____________ is the best suited method of irrigation for arid conditions in hot and windy areas so as to achieve optimum usage of irrigation water.
Drip irrigation method
Sprinkler irrigation method
Furrow irrigation method
Border strip method
Correct answer
Drip irrigation method
If a cantilever retaining wall is to retain soil to its full height H, for the analysis of bending moment at its base, the distance from the base where the total force due to backfill acts, is ________.
0.25 H
0.5 H
H
0.33 H
Correct answer
0.25 H
A map of a certain area is drawn on a sheet. The distance on the map is 1 dm and that on the ground is 5 km. The representative fraction for the given data is _____________. (Note that ‘dm’ means decimetre.)
\(\frac{1}{50000}\)
\(\frac{1}{500}\)
\(\frac{1}{500000}\)
\(\frac{1}{5000}\)
Correct answer
\(\frac{1}{50000}\)
For zenith angles greater than 90°, the telescope of the total station will be _________.
pointing to the left of the observer
pointing to the right of the observer
pointing downwards
pointing upwards
Correct answer
pointing to the left of the observer
Municipal solid waste is also known as:
street sweepings
leachate
municipal rubbish
refuse
Correct answer
street sweepings
Consider the following statements in a situation where cement and steel are supplied by the department.
I: 10% profit should be added on the cost of cement and steel.
II: Cost of carriage from godown to site work should be added.
Which of the following options is true?
Only statement II is true
Both statements I and II are true
Only statement I is true
Both statements I and II are false
Correct answer
Only statement II is true
The number of vibrations of a sound wave per unit time is measured in ________.
pressure second
hertz
decibel
bel
Correct answer
pressure second
Which of the following types of trees belong to the endogenous trees?
Oak
Bamboo
Deodar
Pine
Correct answer
Oak
As per IS 3495 part-3 (1992), soluble salts, if present in bricks, will cause efflorescence on the surface of bricks. If the white deposits cover about 10% of the surface, the efflorescence is said to be ________.
nil
slight
moderate
heavy
Correct answer
nil
In a compaction test, the dry unit weight stops increasing after optimum moisture content because:
water particles start occupying space of soil grains
of capillary action
of bulking of soil
the electrical double layer stops expanding
Correct answer
water particles start occupying space of soil grains
As per the Dicken’s formula Qp = C.M3/4 for the calculation of peak drainage discharge, the term ‘M’ represents:
rainfall intensity over the entire area
slope of the ground surface
time of concentration
catchment area in sq. km.
Correct answer
rainfall intensity over the entire area
Which of the following keeps a record of receipts, issues and running balance of certain items of stock, especially of fitting items?
Stock items
Bin card
Quantity account
Value account
Correct answer
Stock items
In traffic control, the conflict points are reduced to bare minimum and the delays are minimised by designing:
horizontal curve
super-passage
road intersection
bridges
Correct answer
horizontal curve
The total amount of dissolved salts allowable concentrations in mixing water in order to obtain a good strength concrete in terms of parts per million (ppm) as per IS 456 is ________.
2000 ppm
1000 ppm
15000 ppm
10000 ppm
Correct answer
2000 ppm
Select the option that is appropriate regarding the following two statements labelled Assertion and Reason.
Assertion: The orographic type of precipitation that is caused by moving masses of moist air may get lifted up to higher altitudes, due to presence of mountains as barriers.
Reason: Moving masses of moist air are lifted up to higher altitudes due to presence of mountains as barriers and consequently, they undergo cooling, condensation and precipitation.
Both Assertion and Reason are true and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
Assertion is true, but Reason is false.
Both Assertion and Reason are false.
Both Assertion and Reason are true, but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion.
Correct answer
Both Assertion and Reason are true and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion.
The type of timber recommended for constructional purpose, whose modulus of elasticity in bending is above 12.5 kN/mm2, is classified as ________ timber.
Group C
Group A
Group B
Group D
Correct answer
Group C
Which method involves driving piles along both sides of an existing wall and inserting a needle in the form of pile caps through the existing one?
Miscellaneous method
Pit method
Pile method
Vibro-flotation
Correct answer
Miscellaneous method
Which of the following is an acoustical property of the construction material?
Thermal resistivity
Creep
Transmission
Hygroscopicity
Correct answer
Thermal resistivity
The total area enclosed by an irrigation canal that can be included in an irrigation project for supplying water to agricultural land by a network of canals is known as _________.
culturable command area
gross command area
culturable cultivable area
unculturable area
Correct answer
culturable command area
The coefficient of passive pressure Kp is __________ if the coefficient of active pressure Ka is 1/4.
0.33
4
0.25
0.5
Correct answer
0.33
With increase in the input power of pump, the efficiency of pump _________.
decreases
remains the same
It is independent of the power
increases
Correct answer
decreases
A proper compaction of freshly prepared concrete results in:
(i) Achieving maximum strength of concrete
(ii) Expelling entrapped air in concrete
(iii) Change in fineness modulus of aggregate
Only (ii)
Both (i) and (ii)
(i), (ii), and (iii)
Only (i)
Correct answer
Only (ii)
Select the correct statement related to water distribution pipe systems.
Sluice valves are provided only once, at the start of pipe system.
Air valves are provided at all the low points.
Drain valves are provided at all the high points.
Drain valves are provided at all the low points.
Correct answer
Sluice valves are provided only once, at the start of pipe system.
Read the given statements about crop water requirement and select the correct option.
Statement 1: Duty will be less for a crop requiring more water.
Statement 2: The water lost due to percolation will be more and hence the duty will be more.
Both statement 1 and statement 2 are false
Both statement 1 and statement 2 are true
Statement 1 is true and statement 2 is false
Statement 1 is false and statement 2 is true
Correct answer
Both statement 1 and statement 2 are false
A reinforced concrete retaining structure that provides skeletal support to earthen materials is called ________.
backfill
erosion
lateral pressure
plasticity
Correct answer
backfill
The standard consistency test of cement is conducted by using ________.
Casagrande’s apparatus
Blaine’s permeability apparatus
Le Chatelier’s apparatus
Vicat’s apparatus
Correct answer
Casagrande’s apparatus
In a shrinkage limit experiment, mercury is used for:
Prevent shrinkage of soil
determine volume at plastic limit
fill the voids of soil sample
determine dry volume of soil
Correct answer
Prevent shrinkage of soil
If the magnetic bearing of the Sun at a certain place in the Southern Hemisphere during noon is 336° 29’, then the magnetic declination at that place is __________.
66° 29’ E
66° 29’ W
23° 31’ E
23° 31’ W
Correct answer
66° 29’ E
Which of the following is NOT a structural stability criterion of a gravity dam?
Overspill
Crushing
Sliding
Overturning
Correct answer
Overspill
A cantilever beam is subjected to two point loads as shown in the given diagram.
Find the shear force and bending moment acting at the support of the beam.
SF = 50000 N, BM = 80 kN-m
SF = 10 kN, BM = 80 kN-m
SF = 50 kN, BM = 8000 N-m
SF = 50 kN, BM = 50 kN-m
Correct answer
SF = 50000 N, BM = 80 kN-m
During rainy season, if the rainfall is sufficient during the crop period, less quantity of irrigation water shall be required and therefore, the duty of the irrigation canal will be _______________.
more
No relation between the duty and the rainfall
the same
less
Correct answer
more
Which of the following is obtained by rotating a log of wood against a sharp knife of rotary cutter?
Batten board
Veneers
Laminboard
Plywood
Correct answer
Batten board
Which of the following is NOT the requirement of an ideal permanent way?
There must be certain amount of elasticity in the track.
There must be provisions of easy renewals.
It should always be straight.
The drainage system must be perfect.
Correct answer
There must be certain amount of elasticity in the track.
Which of the following is NOT an advantage of the manometer?
Simple construction
Small operating range
Suitability for use in low-pressure applications
Better sensitivity
Correct answer
Simple construction
The relative error in a closed traverse survey with perimeter of 500 m is 1 in 2000. If the closing error lies in the fourth quadrant (Positive - Y and Negative - X), then the errors in latitude and departure, closer to two decimal point, will be ________, respectively.
\(\rm \sqrt{0 \cdot 2} {~m}\) and \(\rm -\sqrt{0 \cdot 15} {~m}\)
0.2 m and -0.15
0.2 m and 0.15
\(\rm \sqrt{0 \cdot 2} {~m}\) and \(\rm \sqrt{0 \cdot 15} {~m}\)
Correct answer
\(\rm \sqrt{0 \cdot 2} {~m}\) and \(\rm -\sqrt{0 \cdot 15} {~m}\)
Warning signs are also known as __________.
cautionary signs
prohibitory signs
mandatory signs
regulatory signs
Correct answer
cautionary signs
As per IS 11624-1986, what will be the water quality rating of irrigation water when electrical conductivity (EC) is in the range of 1500 to 3000 (micromhos/cm)?
Medium
Very high
High
Low
Correct answer
Medium
According to IS 456:2000, The value of design bond stress in limit state method for plain bars in tension depends on the:
none of the given option
grade of the steel
grade of the concrete
length of the bar
Correct answer
none of the given option
Which of the following is the most important property of the section in a compression member of any steel structure?
Modulus of elasticity
Moment of inertia
Section modulus
Weight of material
Correct answer
Modulus of elasticity
In measurement of masonry activity, no deduction is made for ______.
the end of a beam with cross sectional area > 0.05 m2
bed plates exceeding 10 cm thickness
the end of purlin up to 0.05 m2
wall plates exceeding 10 cm thickness
Correct answer
the end of a beam with cross sectional area > 0.05 m2
Which of the following is NOT employed in the secondary treatment of sewage?
Skimming tanks
Trickling filters
Contact beds
Sand filters
Correct answer
Skimming tanks
Under which of the following conditions will a steel column fail in buckling?
The column is short.
less than 180
A steel column cannot fail in buckling.
greater than 180
Correct answer
The column is short.
The Froude number is the ratio of two forces, which are:
buoyancy force and inertia force
inertia force and gravity force
viscous force and buoyancy force
inertia force and pressure force
Correct answer
buoyancy force and inertia force
According to IS 456:2000, for limit state method of collapse in flexure, which of the following assumptions is correct?
The tensile strength of the concrete is taken into account.
The maximum strain in concrete at the outermost compression fibre is taken as 0.0035 in bending.
The relationship between the stress strain distribution in concrete is assumed to be straight.
Plane section normal to axis does not remain plane after bending.
Correct answer
The tensile strength of the concrete is taken into account.
The constant head permeability test is used for _______.
fine grained soil
organic soil
clayey soil
coarse grained soil
Correct answer
fine grained soil
The following is the table containing data recorded during curve setting by using the two theodolite method.
| Point | Chord Length | Tangential Angle | Deflection Angle | Theodolite reading at | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Point of Curve | Point of Tangency | ||||
| P1 | 12.26 m | 0° 21' 25" | A | ||
| P2 | 20 m | 1° 12' 5" | B | ||
| P3 | 20 m | 1° 12' 5" | |||
| P4 | 20 m | 1° 12' 5" | 3° 57' 40" |
The values of A, B and C are ____, ____ and ____, respectively.
A = 0° 21’ 25”; B = 1° 54’ 55”; C = 177° 14’ 25”
A = 0° 21’ 25”; B = 1° 33’ 30”; C = 357° 14’ 25”
A = 0° 21’ 25”; B = 1° 33’ 30”; C = 177° 14’ 25”
A = 0° 21’ 25”; B = 1° 33’ 30”; C = 182° 45’ 35”
Correct answer
A = 0° 21’ 25”; B = 1° 54’ 55”; C = 177° 14’ 25”
The moment of inertia of a body is a measurement of:
its resistance against translation
its resistance against shear
its resistance against linear deformation
its resistance against rotation
Correct answer
its resistance against translation
The shear strength of an RCC beam depends on which of the following factors?
The grade of the concrete
The type of cement
The grade of the steel
The zone of fine aggregate
Correct answer
The grade of the concrete
The bearing of the magnetic meridian of a line is S 32° 10’ W. If the magnetic declination is 7° 40’ East, then the true bearing is _______________.
S 25° 30’ W
212° 10’
S 39° 50’ W
205° 30’
Correct answer
S 25° 30’ W
Consider the following methods used to establish a point in the field. (Refer to the figure below.)
Method 1: Point O is plotted by measuring only the distances MO and NO.
Method 2: Point O is plotted by measuring only the angles NMO and MNO.
Which of these methods also represents the principle of trigonometrical levelling?
Method 1 only
Neither Method 1 nor Method 2
Method 2 only
Both Method 1 and Method 2
Correct answer
Method 1 only
What is the meaning of ‘ISMB 200’ in the steel design?
Indian standard medium weight beams of depth 200 mm
Indian standard mild weight beams of depth 200 mm
Indian standard mean weight beams of depth 200 mm
Indian standard maximum weight beams of depth 200 mm
Correct answer
Indian standard medium weight beams of depth 200 mm
______ is a method of measuring the undrained shear strength of a cohesive soil.
vane shear test
torsion test
triaxial test
direct shear test
Correct answer
vane shear test
Calculate the most economic area of a rectangular channel section with width ‘B’ and depth ‘y’.
y2
By
2y2
3y2
Correct answer
y2
Which of the following is a type of contouring method that can be effectively used in a hilly terrain by setting radial lines?
Vertical control method
Tacheometric method
Horizontal control method
Method of cross-section
Correct answer
Vertical control method
The repair works that are usually carried out every fourth year are known as _________.
quadrennial repair works
regular repair works
biennial repair works
annual repair works
Correct answer
quadrennial repair works
A cantilever beam is loaded as per the given diagram. Find the bending moment acting at the mid span of beam.
50 kN-m
5000 N-m
30 kN-m
3000 N-m
Correct answer
50 kN-m
The specific energy of flow is the energy per unit weight of water with respect to the channel bottom as datum. As level of the channel bottom goes down, ____________.
specific energy increases
specific energy is not depended on depth
specific energy constant
specific energy decreases
Correct answer
specific energy increases
To get the corresponding lengths, we must ______one breadth to the long wall and ______ one breadth from the short wall from the centre line.
subtract; subtract
subtract; add
add; add
add; subtract
Correct answer
subtract; subtract
If the section factor and the hydraulic depth for a rectangular channel are 40 m and 4 m, respectively, then calculate the top width of the channel.
5 m
3 m
4 m
6 m
Correct answer
5 m
Which of the given options is the best suited condition for energy recovery from municipal solid waste?
Presence of inorganic matter such as metal
High calorific value of solid waste
Presence of more non-renewable resources like glass
More moisture content
Correct answer
Presence of inorganic matter such as metal
Thermal expansion gives temperature stresses that are resisted by the weight of the rails. If the resistance provided per km of rail length is 700 kg, then find the maximum length of the continuous welded track that can be provided, neglecting all other factors.
Given for the rail:
Area of cross-section = 50 cm2.
Modulus of elasticity = 2 × 106 kg/cm2.
Coefficient of thermal expansion = 1.2 × 10-5/°C
Rise in temperature = 35°C
60 km
30 m
60 m
30 km
Correct answer
60 km
Following are the observations made on a closed traverse.
| Line | Fore Bearing | Back Bearing |
|---|---|---|
| PQ | 35° 20' | 216° 40' |
| QR | 155° 30' | 336° 30' |
| RS | 293° | 113° |
| SP | 10° 50' | 191° 10' |
If the bearing of Line RS is not affected by local attraction, the correction that needs to be applied to each angle is _________.
− 2° 40’
− 0° 40’
Correct answer
Which of the following methods explains the process of underwater concreting?
(i) Pumping technique
(ii) Hydro valve method
(iii) Toggle bags method
(iv) Bagged concrete method
Only (i), (ii), (iii)
Only (i)
Both (i) and (ii)
(i), (ii), (iii), and (iv)
Correct answer
Only (i), (ii), (iii)
Select the correct option for the given statements.
Statement 1: In level crossing, the canal water and drain water are allowed to intermingle with each other.
Statement 2: A level crossing is generally provided when a large canal and huge drainage approaches each other practically at the same level.
Both statement 1 and statement 2 are true, and statement 2 is the correct explanation of statement 1
Statement 1 is true and statement 2 is false
Statement 1 is false and statement 2 is true
Both statement 1 and statement 2 are true, but statement 2 is not the correct explanation of statement 1
Correct answer
Both statement 1 and statement 2 are true, and statement 2 is the correct explanation of statement 1
The precipitation is collected and measured in a rain gauge. The non-recording type rain gauge extensively used in India is _______________.
Symon’s rain gauge
float type rain gauge
weighing-bucket type rain gauge
tipping-bucket type rain gauge
Correct answer
Symon’s rain gauge
Calculate the hook length of the bar in one side with a diameter of 16 mm.
100 mm
144 mm
166 mm
120 mm
Correct answer
100 mm
Surfaces painted by _____________ shine like radium dials after the source of light has been cut off.
enamel paint
plastic paint
oil paint
emulsion paint
Correct answer
enamel paint
In the centesimal system of angular measurement, 1 Circumference = ___________
100 grads
400 grads
180 grads
360 grads
Correct answer
100 grads
With reference to compression members of steel structures, the slenderness ratio of compression is defined as the _______.
ratio of the effective length to the actual length of the member
ratio of the effective length to the area of section of the member
ratio of the effective length of the member to the appropriate radius of gyration
ratio of the length of the member to the appropriate radius of gyration
Correct answer
ratio of the effective length to the actual length of the member
The distance between two points measured during a hot summer by using a 30 m long chain was 2.4 km. At the end of the day’s work, it was found that the chain was 2 decimetre longer. Which of the following is the correct option?
The measured distance is 16 cm less than the actual distance.
The measured distance is 16 m more than the actual distance.
The measured distance is 1.6 cm more than the actual distance.
The measured distance is 1600 cm less than the actual distance.
Correct answer
The measured distance is 16 cm less than the actual distance.
A fine grained soil has liquid limit of 55 and plastic limit of 20 as per plasticity chart. According to IS classification, the soil is represented by which of the following letter symbols?
CL - OL
CI - ML
CL - ML
CH
Correct answer
CL - OL
The length of the first sub chord is 10 m and the radius of the curve is 200 m. Find the first tangential angle for setting out a circular curve.
100'
100°
85.95°
85.95'
Correct answer
100'
The A-line in the unified classification system table is used to determine the plasticity index (IP) of soil sample on its liquid limit (WL). The equation for the A-line is given as ________.
IP = 0.5 (20 - WL)
IP = WL - 40
IP = 0.73 (40 - WL)
IP = 0.73 (WL - 20)
Correct answer
IP = 0.5 (20 - WL)
To study the wind pressure effect on a hollow circular chimney, the projected area calculation is given as:
(Height of chimney) × (Internal diameter of chimney shaft)
(Height of chimney) × (External diameter of chimney shaft)
(Height of chimney) × (Mean diameter of chimney shaft)
(\(\frac{1}{2}\)) × (Height of chimney) × (Internal diameter of chimney shaft)
Correct answer
(Height of chimney) × (Internal diameter of chimney shaft)
According to IS 800:2007, steel purlins are primarily designed as _________
tension members
flexural members
compression members
torsional members
Correct answer
tension members
During the particle board construction by pressing in the parallel plates process, what is the orientation of wood particles with respect to the plane of the board?
0°
90°
30°
45°
Correct answer
0°
Which of the following is NOT a field of application of sulphate-resisting cement?
Foundation and basement
Sewage treatment works
Dams
Marine structures
Correct answer
Foundation and basement
Consider the following conditions:
The design of a beam is governed by shear under which of the following conditions?
1 only
Both 1 and 2
Neither 1 nor 2
2 only
Correct answer
1 only
Following are the observations made on a closed traverse.
| Line | Fore Bearing | Back Bearing |
|---|---|---|
| AB | 10° 20' | 190° 20' |
| BC | 155° 30' | 336° 30' |
| CA | 290° | 112° |
The total error is ___________.
− 1° 0’
− 3° 0’
Correct answer
− 1° 0’
A pump has to pump water through a pipeline of height of 10 m above the ground at a rate of 0.2 m3/sec. The water in a sump tank is 5 m below the ground level. Neglect head loss due to friction, the pumping power required would be ____________ (Consider g = 10 m/s2).
25 KW
33 KW
30 KW
22 KW
Correct answer
25 KW
Which of the following statements is correct with respect to compaction and consolidation?
Compaction is valid for cohesive soils, whereas consolidation is applicable for all types of soils.
Compaction releases pore water, whereas consolidation releases pore air.
Both compaction and consolidation degrade the engineering properties of soil.
Both compaction and consolidation improve the engineering properties of soil.
Correct answer
Compaction is valid for cohesive soils, whereas consolidation is applicable for all types of soils.
A capillary tube of diameter 4 mm is dipped into a liquid of specific gravity 0.6. The liquid rises in the tube by 20 mm, making an angle of contact of 0° with the tube. Determine the surface tension of the liquid in contact with air and the glass tube.
0.12 N/m
0.5 N/m
1 N/m
0.08 N/m
Correct answer
0.12 N/m
Which of the following types of pumps should be selected in order to pump the sewage from a septic tank to the water treatment system?
Screw pump
Progressive cavity pump
Vertical sump pump
Submersible pump
Correct answer
Screw pump
Select the correct option for the given statements related to the field test of cement.
Statement 1: When you insert your hand in a bag of cement, it should give you a hot feeling.
Statement 2: In adulteration test, take a pinch of cement and feel (rub) between the fingers; it should give a smooth feeling and not a gritty feeling.
Both statement 1 and statement 2 are true
Statement 1 is true and statement 2 is false
Statement 1 is false and statement 2 is true
Both statement 1 and statement 2 are false
Correct answer
Both statement 1 and statement 2 are true
Superplasticisers are also called ________.
high-range water reducers
accelerators
low-range water reducers
retardants
Correct answer
high-range water reducers
To increase the seepage flow length, ____________ are provided on the cut-off walls of the barrage or weir.
toe walls
sheet piles
impervious floors
inverted filters
Correct answer
toe walls
As per IRC, when designing pedestrian and traffic signals using approximate method for a two-phase system, the minimum initial period with pedestrian signal should NOT be less than:
7 seconds
6 seconds
9 seconds
4 seconds
Correct answer
7 seconds
Which of the following includes the cost of hire charges for the vehicle for an 8-hour working period in a day with the cost of the driver?
Miscellaneous
Labour cost
Loading of the vehicle
Cost of owning
Correct answer
Miscellaneous
What is the standard atmospheric pressure at sea level?
1.5 bar
1.3 bar
1013 mmHg
1.013 bar
Correct answer
1.5 bar
Find the moment of resistance of a balanced singly reinforced beam using the following data.
Grade of concrete : M20
Grade of steel : Fe415
b = width of the beam
d = effective depth of the beam
Use limit state method of design:
2.96bd2
2.66bd2
2.07bd2
2.76bd2
Correct answer
2.96bd2
Pavements which have low or negligible flexural strength are called ____________.
rigid pavements
cement concrete and gravel roads
semi rigid pavements
flexible pavements
Correct answer
rigid pavements
The scrap value of a building is considered _________ of the cost of construction.
2%
5%
10%
15%
Correct answer
2%
Select the option that is appropriate regarding the following two statements labelled Assertion and Reason.
Assertion: Check dams of low height are constructed across the tributaries of rivers at different stages to arrest the sediments in the catchment area.
Reason: Check dams serve the purpose of detention reservoirs and keep all the sediments in suspension.
Assertion is true but Reason is false.
Both Assertion and Reason are true and reason is the correct explanation of assertion.
Both Assertion and Reason are true but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion.
Both Assertion and Reason are false.
Correct answer
Assertion is true but Reason is false.
Which of the following statements with respect to characteristics of solid waste is correct?
The refuse of a typical Indian city has less garbage percentage (by weight) than that of a city in the USA.
The refuse of a typical Indian city has less density than that of a city in the USA.
The refuse of a typical Indian city has more rubbish percentage (by weight) than that of a city in the USA.
The refuse of a typical Indian city has more garbage percentage (by weight) than that of a city in the USA.
Correct answer
The refuse of a typical Indian city has less garbage percentage (by weight) than that of a city in the USA.
Select the correct option for the given statements.
Statement 1: Bamboo can be utilised as a building material for scaffolding, bridges, houses and buildings.
Statement 2: Bamboo, like wood, is a natural composite material with a low strength-to weight ratio and cannot be useful for structures.
Both statement 1 and statement 2 are true
Statement 1 is false and statement 2 is true
Statement 1 is true and statement 2 is false
Both statement 1 and statement 2 are false
Correct answer
Both statement 1 and statement 2 are true
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