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SSC Selection Post 2024 (Graduate Level) Official Paper (Held On: 25 Jun, 2024 Shift 3) (Previous Year Paper)

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General Intelligence (25 questions)

1

100 is related to 18 following a certain logic. Following the same logic, 90 is related to 16. Which of the following is related to 12 using the same logic?

  1. ((a))

    60

  2. ((b))

    80

  3. ((c))

    65

  4. ((d))

    70

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

60

2

In a certain code language,

‘A + B’ means ‘A is the mother of B’,

‘A − B’ means ‘A is the brother of B’,

‘A × B’ means ‘A is the wife of B’,

‘A ÷ B’ means ‘A is the father of B’.

Based on the above information, how is S related to U if ‘P + Q ÷ R × S − T ÷ U’?

  1. ((a))

    Father’s mother 

  2. ((b))

    Father’s sister

  3. ((c))

    Father’s father

  4. ((d))

    Father’s brother

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Father’s mother 

3

Six numbers 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 and 6 are written on different faces of a dice. Three different positions of the same dice are shown. Select the number on the face opposite to the one having 1.

  1. ((a))

    4

  2. ((b))

    3

  3. ((c))

    5

  4. ((d))

    6

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

4

4

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.

GAINED : NEDGAI :: KINDLY : DLYKIN :: JUNIOR : ?

  1. ((a))

    ROINUJ

  2. ((b))

    IORJUN

  3. ((c))

    JRUNIO

  4. ((d))

    JOINUR

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

ROINUJ

5

In this question, 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 rings are gold.

All gold is hot.

Some hot are red.

Conclusions:

I. Some gold are rings.

II. Some hot are gold.

III. Some red are hot.

  1. ((a))

    All the conclusions follow. 

  2. ((b))

    Only conclusion III follows. 

  3. ((c))

    Only conclusion I follows.

  4. ((d))

    Only conclusion II follows. 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

All the conclusions follow. 

6

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.

MEN : NVM :: OUT : LFG :: JOB : ?

  1. ((a))

    RJY

  2. ((b))

    RKX

  3. ((c))

    QKW

  4. ((d))

    QLY

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

RJY

7

Select the combination of letters that when sequentially placed in the blanks of the given series will complete the series.

CO_ _ G_C _ E_E_OL _GE

  1. ((a))

    LLEEOLLGCLE

  2. ((b))

    CGLEOCOLGEL

  3. ((c))

    COGLECELGEC 

  4. ((d))

    LGLEOCOGLGE

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

LLEEOLLGCLE

8

Identify the figure which when put in place of the question mark (?) will logically complete the series.

  1. ((a))

  2. ((b))

  3. ((c))

  4. ((d))

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

9

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:

All calculators are dustbins.

All complexes are dustbins.

Some adamants are cameras.

Conclusions:

I. Some calculators are complexes.

II. Some dustbins are calculators.

III. Some dustbins are adamants.

  1. ((a))

    Both conclusions I and II follow

  2. ((b))

    Both conclusions II and III follow

  3. ((c))

    Only conclusion II follows

  4. ((d))

    Only conclusion III follows

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Both conclusions I and II follow

10

What will come in place of the question mark (?) in the following equation, if ‘+’ and ‘–’ are interchanged and ‘×’ and ‘÷’ are interchanged?

16 ÷ 6 + 12 × 3 – 6 = ?

  1. ((a))

    94

  2. ((b))

    98

  3. ((c))

    92

  4. ((d))

    96

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

94

11

Ayush told Neha, “Though I am the son of your father, but you are not my brother”. How is Neha related to Ayush?

  1. ((a))

    Daughter

  2. ((b))

    Step-daughter 

  3. ((c))

    Sister

  4. ((d))

    Cousin

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Daughter

12

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.)

Cow : Calf :: Pig : ?

  1. ((a))

    Piglet

  2. ((b))

    Puppy

  3. ((c))

    Kitten

  4. ((d))

    Foal 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Piglet

13

In a certain code language, ‘TAIL’ is coded as ‘7614’ and ‘TALE’ is coded as ‘1749’. What is the code for ‘I’ in the given language?

  1. ((a))

    9

  2. ((b))

    6

  3. ((c))

    1

  4. ((d))

    7

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

9

14

Select the option that represents the correct order of the given words as they would appear in an English dictionary.

  1. Decision
  2. Deference
  3. Decorative
  4. Decide
  5. Defeat
  1. ((a))

    3, 2, 1, 5, 4

  2. ((b))

    4, 1, 2, 5, 3

  3. ((c))

    4, 1, 3, 5, 2

  4. ((d))

    3, 1, 2, 5, 2

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

3, 2, 1, 5, 4

15

Select the correct mirror image of the given figure when the mirror is placed at MN as shown.

  1. ((a))

  2. ((b))

  3. ((c))

  4. ((d))

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

16

In a certain code language, ‘QKV’ is coded as ‘14819’ and ‘SHY’ is coded as ‘16522’. How will ‘MDS’ be coded in that language?

  1. ((a))

    10116

  2. ((b))

    13127

  3. ((c))

    9127

  4. ((d))

    12125

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

10116

17

Select the option figure in which the given figure is embedded as its part (rotation is NOT allowed).

  1. ((a))

  2. ((b))

  3. ((c))

  4. ((d))

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

18

In a code language, 'FAMOUS' is coded as ‘UZNLFH’ and 'SLOW' is coded as ‘HOLD’. How will 'RUMOUR' be coded in the same language? 

  1. ((a))

    JFNLFJ

  2. ((b))

    JGNLGI 

  3. ((c))

    IFNLFI

  4. ((d))

    IGNLGI

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

JFNLFJ

19

In a code language, 'DANCER' is coded as ‘REPEAD’ and 'QUEAZY' is coded as ‘YZGCUQ’. How will 'SQUAWK' be coded in the same language?

  1. ((a))

    KWWCQS

  2. ((b))

    KMWCQS

  3. ((c))

    KWAUQS

  4. ((d))

    KWBUQS

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

KWWCQS

20

In a certain code language, JUMP is coded as “HRIK” and WOLF is coded as “ULHA”. How will FOWL be coded in that language? 

  1. ((a))

    HLSG

  2. ((b))

    ALSG

  3. ((c))

    DLSG

  4. ((d))

    FLSG

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

HLSG

21

In a certain code language, ‘we live here’ is coded as ‘pa tu nk’ and ‘here was tree’ is coded as ‘rp nk fu’. How is ‘here’ coded in the given language?

  1. ((a))

    fu

  2. ((b))

    rp

  3. ((c))

    pa

  4. ((d))

    nk

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

fu

22

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.

MAKE : NCJC :: FOLD : GQKB  :: VIEW : ?

  1. ((a))

    WKEV

  2. ((b))

    WKDU

  3. ((c))

    WJEV

  4. ((d))

    XKDV

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

WKEV

23

Select the combination of letters that when sequentially placed in the blanks of the given series will complete the series.

L _ _ L _ M _ L _ _ M _

  1. ((a))

    MLMLMLL

  2. ((b))

    MMLMLML

  3. ((c))

    LLMMLMM

  4. ((d))

    LMLMLMM

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

MLMLMLL

24

Select the option that indicates the correct arrangement of the given words in a logical and meaningful order.

  1. Flowers
  2. Bees
  3. Seeds
  4. Nectar
  5. Honey
  1. ((a))

    1, 4, 2, 5, 3

  2. ((b))

    3, 1, 4, 2, 5

  3. ((c))

    3, 1, 2, 4, 5

  4. ((d))

    1, 3, 2, 4, 5

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

1, 4, 2, 5, 3

25

Select the number from among the given options that can replace the question mark (?) in the following series.

4, 27, 16, 125, ?, 343

  1. ((a))

    216

  2. ((b))

    64

  3. ((c))

    36

  4. ((d))

    512

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

216

General Awareness (25 questions)

26

Rani Karnaa was awarded the Sangeet Natak Akademi (1996) for her contribution to_

  1. ((a))

    Odissi

  2. ((b))

    Kathak

  3. ((c))

    Kathakali

  4. ((d))

    Kuchipudi

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Odissi

27

Who was appointed as the chairman of the National Commission for Backward classes in December 2022?

  1. ((a))

    Dr. Manoj Soni

  2. ((b))

    Hansraj Gangaram Ahir 

  3. ((c))

    Arun Haldar 

  4. ((d))

    Vijay Sampla

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Dr. Manoj Soni

28

With which sport is the Burdwan Trophy associated?

  1. ((a))

    Powerlifting

  2. ((b))

    Weightlifting

  3. ((c))

    Boxing

  4. ((d))

    Wrestling

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Powerlifting

29

_______ is a mode of communication in itself, and it also regulates the use of other means of communication. 

  1. ((a))

    Television

  2. ((b))

    Phone

  3. ((c))

    Satellite

  4. ((d))

    Radio

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Television

30

Koderma Gaya Hazaribagh belt is known for the production of which of the following minerals?

  1. ((a))

    Bauxite

  2. ((b))

    Mica

  3. ((c))

    Coal

  4. ((d))

    Copper 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Bauxite

31

The novel ‘Raavan - Enemy of Aryavarta’ is written by whom among the following writers?

  1. ((a))

    Kiran Desai

  2. ((b))

    Amish Tripathi

  3. ((c))

    Ruskin Bond

  4. ((d))

    Amitav Ghosh

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Kiran Desai

32

Which Article of the Indian Constitution mentions that ‘All doubts and disputes arising out of or in connection with the election of a President or Vice-President shall be inquired into and decided by the Supreme Court, whose decision shall be final’?

  1. ((a))

    Article 69

  2. ((b))

    Article 70

  3. ((c))

    Article 71 

  4. ((d))

    Article 68

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Article 69

33

What is the growth rate of population of India as per census 2011? 

  1. ((a))

    0.2164

  2. ((b))

    0.1894

  3. ((c))

    0.1764

  4. ((d))

    0.2154

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

0.2164

34

Who is credited with inventing the reflecting telescope?

  1. ((a))

    Isaac Newton 

  2. ((b))

    Johannes Kepler 

  3. ((c))

    Christiaan Huygens 

  4. ((d))

    Galileo Galilei 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Isaac Newton 

35

Which of the following was discovered by GN Ramachandran?

  1. ((a))

    Fluid mosaic model of a cell

  2. ((b))

    Plasma membrane

  3. ((c))

    Golgi bodies 

  4. ((d))

    Triple helical structure of collagen

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Fluid mosaic model of a cell

36

The Vienna Convention is related to ____________.

  1. ((a))

    protection of wild life

  2. ((b))

    protection of ozone layer

  3. ((c))

    Disposing of harmful electronic waste

  4. ((d))

    sustainable agriculture

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

protection of wild life

37

Identify the Indian musician who is associated with any string instrument. 

  1. ((a))

    Anindo Chatterjee

  2. ((b))

    Pandit Ravi Shankar

  3. ((c))

    Zakir Hussain

  4. ((d))

    Krishna Ram Chaudhary

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Anindo Chatterjee

38

Who among the following revolutionaries was one of the co-founders of the Hindustan Socialist Republican Association (HSRA) which got established in 1928 at Ferozeshah Kotla in Delhi?

  1. ((a))

    Gopal Krishna Gokhale

  2. ((b))

    Aurobindo Ghosh

  3. ((c))

    Bhagat Singh

  4. ((d))

    Mahatma Gandhi

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Gopal Krishna Gokhale

39

On 11 May 2023, the Uttarakhand Chief Minister launched the ‘Smart School Smart Block Programme’ in the Goralchod auditorium in the state’s ________ district.

  1. ((a))

    Bageshwar

  2. ((b))

    Dehradun

  3. ((c))

    Almora

  4. ((d))

    Champawat

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Bageshwar

40

The Beating Retreat Ceremony during Republic Day is held every year at which of the following places?

  1. ((a))

    Hyderabad

  2. ((b))

    Jaipur

  3. ((c))

    New Delhi 

  4. ((d))

    Bengaluru

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Hyderabad

41

Which Article of the Indian Constitution mentions that ‘The President shall, notwithstanding the expiration of his/her term, continue to hold office until his successor enters upon his/her office?

  1. ((a))

    Article 61

  2. ((b))

    Article 56

  3. ((c))

    Article 58

  4. ((d))

    Article 50

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Article 61

42

Select the correct statement. 

  1. ((a))

    The pyramid of energy is always upright. 

  2. ((b))

    The pyramid of biomass is always inverted. 

  3. ((c))

    The pyramid of mass is always upright. 

  4. ((d))

    The pyramid of number is always upright. 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

The pyramid of energy is always upright. 

43

Which of the following Indo-Greek kings was mentioned in the Buddhist text Milindapanho as Milinda?

  1. ((a))

    Demetrius I

  2. ((b))

    Antiochus II

  3. ((c))

    Strato II 

  4. ((d))

    Menander I

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Demetrius I

44

Select the INCORRECT combination of folk dance and its respective state.

  1. ((a))

    Dhangari Gaja - Maharashtra 

  2. ((b))

    Dandiya Raas– Gujarat

  3. ((c))

    Dollu Kunitha - Karnataka

  4. ((d))

    Paika – Kerala

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Dhangari Gaja - Maharashtra 

45

Consider the following statements and select the correct option:

i. Marginal Worker is a person who works for less than 183 days (or six months) in a year.

ii. Main Worker is a person who works for atleast 300 days (or ten months) in a year.

  1. ((a))

    Both i and ii are correct.

  2. ((b))

    Only i is correct. 

  3. ((c))

    Both i and ii are incorrect. 

  4. ((d))

    Only ii is correct.

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Both i and ii are correct.

46

In 2023, Government of India has proposed to set up ‘Central Processing Centre’ for faster response to organisations through centralised handling of various forms filed with field offices under the _____________. 

  1. ((a))

    Partnership Act 

  2. ((b))

    Contract Act

  3. ((c))

    Companies Act 

  4. ((d))

    Sale of Goods Act 

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Partnership Act 

47

Read the given statements and select the correct option.

A. Directive Principles of State Policy consists of all the ideals which the state should follow and keep in mind while formulating policies and enacting laws for the country.

B. It can be enforced by the Judiciary.

C. They can be suspended during a national emergency.

  1. ((a))

    Only A

  2. ((b))

    Only C

  3. ((c))

    Only B

  4. ((d))

    Both A and C

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Only A

48

Which was the prominent architectural feature of the Indus Valley towns and cities?

  1. ((a))

    Citadel

  2. ((b))

    Pyramids

  3. ((c))

    False Arch

  4. ((d))

    Stupas

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Citadel

49

Which of the following options is not related to the non-cooperation movement started by Mahatma Gandhi?

  1. ((a))

    Signing of the resolution for Poorna Swaraj in Lahore

  2. ((b))

    Boycott of foreign goods

  3. ((c))

    Distribution of spinning wheels

  4. ((d))

    Picketing at liquor shops

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Signing of the resolution for Poorna Swaraj in Lahore

50

Kathasaritasagara, a collection of stories, was written in which of the following languages?

  1. ((a))

    Pali

  2. ((b))

    Sanskrit

  3. ((c))

    Prakrit

  4. ((d))

    Persian

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Pali

Quantitative Aptitude (25 questions)

51

Nazeer spends 20% of his monthly income on housing, 25% of the remaining on education, and saves 10% of the remaining. If his monthly salary is ₹52,600, how much money does he save every month? 

  1. ((a))

    ₹2,367

  2. ((b))

    ₹5,260

  3. ((c))

    ₹3,156

  4. ((d))

    ₹1,578

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

₹2,367

52

Who among the following scored the maximum overall percentage? 

NameMarks (out of 100)
EnglishHindiMathsScienceIT
Simran7865897866
Sanjana8770958484
Payal9373657785
Bhumika7484888779
Neha8287848589
Jyoti6990938892
  1. ((a))

    Simran

  2. ((b))

    Jyoti 

  3. ((c))

    Sanjana

  4. ((d))

    Bhumika

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

Simran

53

The fourth proportional of 64, 80 and 88 is: 

  1. ((a))

    90

  2. ((b))

    100

  3. ((c))

    120

  4. ((d))

    110

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

90

54

If μ = 60°, then Sinμ + Cos(90 - μ) = _______. 

  1. ((a))

    2√3

  2. ((b))

    √3

  3. ((c))

    12\frac{1}{2}

  4. ((d))

    32\frac{\sqrt{3}}{2}

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

2√3

55

∆PQR and ∆ABC are two congruent triangles. If the area of ∆PQR is 225 cm2 , then the area of ∆ABC is:

  1. ((a))

    15 cm2

  2. ((b))

    112.5 cm2

  3. ((c))

    25 cm2

  4. ((d))

    225 cm2

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

15 cm2

56

A and B can do a piece of work in 10 days. B and C can do the same work in 12 days. C and A can do the same work in 15 days. If all the three work together, find the number of days required to complete the work. 

  1. ((a))

    12

  2. ((b))

    6

  3. ((c))

    10

  4. ((d))

    8

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

12

57

A tractor manufacturing company sells each tractor for ₹5,00,000. Assuming that KISAN firm buys 50 tractors from them as a part of an annual contract, the company offers a trade discount of 10% to KISAN and an additional 2% discount if the payment is made within 30 days. What will be the amount payable by KISAN within 30 days for the consignment?

  1. ((a))

    ₹22,080,100

  2. ((b))

    ₹24,050,020

  3. ((c))

    ₹20,051,000 

  4. ((d))

    ₹22,050,000

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

₹22,080,100

58

If x + y = 18 and xy = 9, then the value of (xy+yx)\rm \left(\frac{x}{y}+\frac{y}{x}\right) will be:

  1. ((a))

    32

  2. ((b))

    38

  3. ((c))

    34

  4. ((d))

    36

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

32

59

The average monthly income of A and B is ₹5,050, the average monthly income of B and C is ₹6,250, and the average monthly income of A and C is ₹5,200. What is the sum of the monthly incomes (in ₹) of A, B and C?

  1. ((a))

    18000

  2. ((b))

    16500

  3. ((c))

    19500

  4. ((d))

    11000

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

18000

60

A vendor buys 20 laptop bags for ₹13,000 and sells them at 15 for ₹10,125. How many laptop bags should be bought and sold to earn a profit of ₹3,225?

  1. ((a))

    127

  2. ((b))

    123

  3. ((c))

    120

  4. ((d))

    129

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

127

61

The number 7918378 is divisible by:

  1. ((a))

    13

  2. ((b))

    9

  3. ((c))

    11

  4. ((d))

    4

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

13

62

What least number must be subtracted from 2001 to get a number exactly divisible by 17?

  1. ((a))

    12

  2. ((b))

    13

  3. ((c))

    11

  4. ((d))

    14

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

12

63

What is the radius of a sphere having a volume of 38808 cm3? (Use π = 22/7)

  1. ((a))

    21 cm

  2. ((b))

    27 cm

  3. ((c))

    24 cm

  4. ((d))

    18 cm

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

21 cm

64

Simplify the expression:

15 × 15 × 15 + 3 × 15 × 12 × 12 - 3 × 15 × 15 × 12 - 12 × 12 × 12

  1. ((a))

    36

  2. ((b))

    9

  3. ((c))

    18

  4. ((d))

    27

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

36

65

 If three angles of a triangle are (18x+6°), (10x+30°) and (15x+15°), then the triangle is:

  1. ((a))

    scalene

  2. ((b))

    equilateral

  3. ((c))

    isosceles

  4. ((d))

    right angled

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

scalene

66

 Suresh invested a certain sum of money at 5% per annum simple interest. If he receives an interest of ₹69687 after 15 year, the sum (in ₹) he invested is: 

  1. ((a))

    92916

  2. ((b))

    92880

  3. ((c))

    92530

  4. ((d))

    92456

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

92916

67

A policeman notices a thief from a distance of 300 m. The thief starts running and the policeman chases him. The thief and the policeman run at the speeds of 10 km/h and 12 km/h, respectively. What will be the distance between them (in m) after 6 minutes?

  1. ((a))

    150

  2. ((b))

    200

  3. ((c))

    80

  4. ((d))

    100

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

150

68

An old HP Deskjet printer was bought for ₹4,800 and ₹500 was spent on its repair. If it was sold for ₹6,360, then its profit percentage is:

  1. ((a))

    0.18

  2. ((b))

    0.2

  3. ((c))

    0.15

  4. ((d))

    0.12

Show Answer
Answer: ((a))

0.18

69

From the following table, find is the average weight (in kg) of the given persons?

NameAmanSudhaVishalSumedhaSahilUsha
Weight (kg)52.75455.257.458.758
  1. ((a))

    54.33

  2. ((b))

    55.5

  3. ((c))

    56.0

  4. ((d))

    56.33

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Answer: ((a))

54.33

70

The pie chart given below shows the percentage of 8000 students in terms of the subject of specialisation in MBA.

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What is the total number of students specialising in IB?

  1. ((a))

    1520

  2. ((b))

    1450

  3. ((c))

    1625

  4. ((d))

    1850

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Answer: ((a))

1520

71

The average weight of Rohan and his three friends is 62 kg. If Rohan’s weight is 8 kg more than the average weight of his three friends, what is Rohan’s weight (in kg)? 

  1. ((a))

    60

  2. ((b))

    65

  3. ((c))

    68

  4. ((d))

    72

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Answer: ((a))

60

72

The strength of a school increases and decreases every alternate year by 20%. It started with an increase in 2018. What is the strength of the school at the start of 2021 as compared to that of 2018?

  1. ((a))

    Increase by 15.2%

  2. ((b))

    Decrease by 16.2%

  3. ((c))

    Increase by 16.2%

  4. ((d))

    Decrease by 15.2%

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Answer: ((a))

Increase by 15.2%

73

The sides of a right-angled triangle, right-angled at B, are 6, 8 and 10 units. C is the vertex opposite to the side with length 8 units. What is the value of tan2 A + cos2C?

  1. ((a))

    369400\rm \frac{369}{400}

  2. ((b))

    125400\rm \frac{125}{400}

  3. ((c))

    321400\rm \frac{321}{400}

  4. ((d))

    325400\rm \frac{325}{400}

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Answer: ((a))

369400\rm \frac{369}{400}

74

The third proportional to (52 - 32) and (5 - 3) is:

  1. ((a))

    13\frac{1}{3}

  2. ((b))

    18\frac{1}{8}

  3. ((c))

    12\frac{1}{2}

  4. ((d))

    14\frac{1}{4}

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Answer: ((a))

13\frac{1}{3}

75

If p = 106, q = 105 and r = 104, then value of p2 + q2 + r2 - pq - qr - rp is:

  1. ((a))

    0

  2. ((b))

    2

  3. ((c))

    1

  4. ((d))

    3

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Answer: ((a))

0

English Language (25 questions)

76

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in passive voice.

Mr. Johnson teaches us mathematics.

  1. ((a))

    Mathematics was taught to us by Mr. Johnson. 

  2. ((b))

    Mathematics is being taught to us by Mr. Johnson. 

  3. ((c))

    Mathematics is taught to us by Mr. Johnson.

  4. ((d))

    Mathematics will be taught to us by Mr. Johnson.

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Answer: ((a))

Mathematics was taught to us by Mr. Johnson. 

77

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in indirect speech.

“Hurrah! I have topped again,” he said. “Congratulations,” said I.

  1. ((a))

    He exclaimed that he topped, and I congratulated him. 

  2. ((b))

    He said that he topped again. I congratulated him

  3. ((c))

    He exclaimed with joy that he had topped again. I congratulated him.

  4. ((d))

    He said to me he had topped again, and I congratulated him. 

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Answer: ((a))

He exclaimed that he topped, and I congratulated him. 

78

Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom.

Many unavoidable situations were avoided only because someone had our back.

  1. ((a))

    In consultation

  2. ((b))

    Without help

  3. ((c))

    To support

  4. ((d))

    Within reach

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Answer: ((a))

In consultation

79

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.

Grave

  1. ((a))

    Low

  2. ((b))

    Living

  3. ((c))

    Belittle

  4. ((d))

     Humorous

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Answer: ((a))

Low

80

The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that contains a spelling error.

It seemed that his route / to the covted island / was not to be / an easy one.

  1. ((a))

    an easy one

  2. ((b))

    It seemed that his route

  3. ((c))

    to the covted island

  4. ((d))

    was not to be

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Answer: ((a))

an easy one

81

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.

Inertia

  1. ((a))

    Progression

  2. ((b))

    Activeness

  3. ((c))

    Inactivity

  4. ((d))

    Energy

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Answer: ((a))

Progression

82

The given sentence has an error. Select the option that contains the error in the given sentence.

We have to be cautius regarding the impact of global warming.

  1. ((a))

    We have to

  2. ((b))

    of global warming

  3. ((c))

    regarding the impact

  4. ((d))

    be cautius

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Answer: ((a))

We have to

83

Parts of the following sentence have been given as options. Select the option that contains an error.

Due to its fragrance, the petals of an rose are often used in perfumes and cosmetics.

  1. ((a))

    Due to its fragrance

  2. ((b))

    in perfumes and cosmetics. 

  3. ((c))

    the petals of an

  4. ((d))

    rose are often used

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Answer: ((a))

Due to its fragrance

In the following passage some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each blank.

Student clubs are the place where students can (1)____________ their learning through interaction and discussion. Every activity in the club (2)________ students to cultivate a different perception of life. The main purpose of the club is to provide a/an (3)_________ to showcase their talents and capabilities. It is the only place where students find time to (4)_________ themselves for their future. These activities not only benefit in shaping their interests and hobbies but also develop their leadership and social skills in a/an (5)___________ way.

84

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 1.

  1. ((a))

    adjust

  2. ((b))

    improve

  3. ((c))

    reduce

  4. ((d))

    calculate

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Answer: ((a))

adjust

85

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 2.

  1. ((a))

    simplifies

  2. ((b))

    encourages

  3. ((c))

    confuses

  4. ((d))

    diminishes

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Answer: ((a))

simplifies

86

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 3. 

  1. ((a))

    risk

  2. ((b))

    occasion

  3. ((c))

    excuse

  4. ((d))

    opportunity

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Answer: ((a))

risk

87

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4.

  1. ((a))

    control

  2. ((b))

    clean

  3. ((c))

    groom

  4. ((d))

    interrupt

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Answer: ((a))

control

88

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 5. 

  1. ((a))

    pessimistic

  2. ((b))

    aggressive

  3. ((c))

    dominant

  4. ((d))

    optimistic

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Answer: ((a))

pessimistic

89

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in direct speech.

The teacher orders Mohan not to tear off pages from his note-book.

  1. ((a))

    The teacher says to Mohan, “Let the pages not be torn off from your notebook.”

  2. ((b))

    The teacher says to Mohan, “You shouldn’t tear off pages from your notebook.” 

  3. ((c))

    The teacher says to Mohan, “Don’t tear off pages from your notebook.”

  4. ((d))

    The teacher says to Mohan, “Mustn’t tear off pages from your notebook.” 

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Answer: ((a))

The teacher says to Mohan, “Let the pages not be torn off from your notebook.”

90

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.

A popular theory among critics is that the character Count Dracula is based on the ________ barbaric Vlad III, better known as Vlad the Impaler.

  1. ((a))

    infamously

  2. ((b))

    debauched

  3. ((c))

    ingloriously

  4. ((d))

    miserably

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Answer: ((a))

infamously

91

Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.

The enigma of quantum mechanics remains inscrutably elusive despite of decades of intensive research by the world's leading physicists.

  1. ((a))

    despite of decades in

  2. ((b))

    despite decades of

  3. ((c))

    despite of decades to

  4. ((d))

    despite decades with

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Answer: ((a))

despite of decades in

92

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.

Melancholy

  1. ((a))

    Sorrow

  2. ((b))

    Cheerful

  3. ((c))

    Blue

  4. ((d))

    Sad

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Answer: ((a))

Sorrow

Read the given passage and answer the question that follows. 

While some herbal remedies may have proven health benefits, not all herbs are safe. It’s important to research and consult with a healthcare professional before using any herbal concoction. While we may use some herbs for minor ailments, such as a cold or headache, others may treat more serious conditions, such as cancer or heart disease. Not all herbal concoctions are natural and organic. Some may contain synthetic ingredients or preservatives, so it’s important to read labels and research before using these concoctions. While herbal remedies may have some health benefits, they should not be used as a substitute for traditional medicine.

93

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word in the context of the passage.

Substitute

  1. ((a))

    Perdurable

  2. ((b))

    Equivalent

  3. ((c))

    Rival

  4. ((d))

    Surrogate

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Answer: ((a))

Perdurable

94

Identify the tone of the passage.

  1. ((a))

    Populist 

  2. ((b))

    Pedestrian

  3. ((c))

    Sarcastic

  4. ((d))

     Cautionary

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Answer: ((a))

Populist 

95

Select the most appropriate title for the passage. 

  1. ((a))

    The Benefits of Herbal Concoctions

  2. ((b))

    Herbal Remedies

  3. ((c))

    Risks with Herbal Remedies

  4. ((d))

    Herbal Remedies: A Way of Life

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Answer: ((a))

The Benefits of Herbal Concoctions

96

Identify the statement that holds true according to the passage. 

  1. ((a))

    Herbal concoctions should not be used for curing minor illnesses. 

  2. ((b))

    Herbal remedies can sometimes contain artificial ingredients.

  3. ((c))

    Herbal remedies can be trusted blindly. 

  4. ((d))

    Herbal remedies have no proven health benefits.

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Answer: ((a))

Herbal concoctions should not be used for curing minor illnesses. 

97

Select the option that best describes the central theme of the passage. 

  1. ((a))

    While herbal remedies may have some benefits, these should be used cautiously and in consultation with health professionals.

  2. ((b))

    Herbal remedies can cause cancer and heart disease.

  3. ((c))

    Herbal remedies are essential for fighting all sorts of modern diseases

  4. ((d))

    Herbal remedies can successfully replace all other forms of medication.

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Answer: ((a))

While herbal remedies may have some benefits, these should be used cautiously and in consultation with health professionals.

98

Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.

The plot of the story effects the character and their growth.

  1. ((a))

    affect the character’s

  2. ((b))

    affects the character

  3. ((c))

    effect the character

  4. ((d))

    affect the character

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Answer: ((a))

affect the character’s

99

Select the option that expresses the given sentence in passive voice.

Who is looking for a smart advisor?

  1. ((a))

    By whom is a smart advisor looked? 

  2. ((b))

    By whom was a smart advisor looked?

  3. ((c))

    By whom is a smart advisor looked for?

  4. ((d))

    By whom is a smart advisor being looked for?

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Answer: ((a))

By whom is a smart advisor looked? 

100

Parts of a sentence are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the parts in the correct order to form a meaningful sentence.

(A) fell dead in an instant

(B) stunned the movement

(C) of the busy Bazaar and

(D) silenced the cacophony

(E) suddenly, a ringing blast

(F) out of the bodies, which

  1. ((a))

    CABEDF

  2. ((b))

    EDCBFA

  3. ((c))

    BADFEC

  4. ((d))

    FACEDB

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Answer: ((a))

CABEDF

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