Staff Selection Commission Combined Graduate Level Exam
Question : The sum of three consecutive integers is 51. The middle one is:
Option 1: 14
Option 2: 15
Option 3: 16
Option 4: 17
Correct Answer: 17
Solution : Let the three consecutive integers be $x-1, x,x+1$ whose sum equals 51. According to the question, $x -1+ x +x+1 = 51$ $3x = 51$ $\Rightarrow x = \frac{51}{3} = 17$ So, the middle number $=x= 17$ Hence, the correct answer is 17.
Question : If $x+y+z=0$, then the value of $\frac{x^2}{yz}+\frac{y^2}{zx}+\frac{z^2}{xy}$ is:
Option 1: 3
Option 2: 1
Option 3: 0
Option 4: 2
Correct Answer: 3
Solution : $\frac{x^2}{y z}+\frac{y^2}{z x}+\frac{z^2}{x y}=\frac{x^3+y^3+z^3}{xyz}$ Use identity: If $a+b+c=0$, then $a^3+b^3+c^3=3abc$. Given, $x+y+z=0$ So, $\frac{x^2}{y z}+\frac{y^2}{z x}+\frac{z^2}{x y}=\frac{3xyz}{xyz}$ = 3 Hence, the correct answer is 3.
Question : Directions: If a mirror is placed on the line MN, which of the answer figures is the right mirror image of the given figure?
Option 1:
Option 2:
Option 3:
Option 4:
Correct Answer:
Solution : As per mirror image properties, closer things appear close to the mirror in reflection. According to the information provided, if the mirror is placed on the right side of the figure (on line MN), the right of the reflected image will appear as the left, and
Question : Directions: In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative that will improve the bracketed part of the sentence. In case no improvement is needed, select "No Improvement".
The greatest thing in the style of writing or speaking is to have a (use) of metaphor.
(1) knowledge
(2) command
(3) need
(4) No Improvement
Option 1: (1)
Option 2: (2)
Option 3: (3)
Option 4: (4)
Correct Answer: (1)
Solution : The sentence can be improved using the first option.
It is a suitable choice because, in the context of writing or speaking having knowledge of metaphor is more relevant and meaningful than simply having a "use" of metaphor.
Therefore, the correct sentence should be: The
Question : Find the value of $\tan (–1125°)$.
Option 1: $1$
Option 2: $\frac{1}{2}$
Option 3: $–1$
Option 4: $0$
Correct Answer: $–1$
Solution : The angle $1125°$ is co-terminal to the $45°$ angle and also tangent is a periodic function. So, $\tan 1125°= \tan (6\times 180°+45°) = \tan 45°=1$ $\therefore \tan (–1125°) = – \tan 1125° = –1$ Hence, the correct answer is –1.
Question : Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank. He is diligent, therefore he will ______________.
Option 1: remain
Option 2: succeed
Option 3: fail
Option 4: fall
Correct Answer: succeed
Solution : The correct choice is the second option.
The word therefore indicates a logical consequence or result based on the preceding statement. In this case, the statement "He is diligent" implies that the person is hardworking and committed. The logical consequence of diligence is often
Question : If $5x+\frac{1}{x}=10$, then $x^2+\frac{1}{25x^2}$ is equal to:
Option 1: $2\frac{1}{5}$
Option 2: $3\frac{1}{5}$
Option 3: $3\frac{3}{5}$
Option 4: $2\frac{3}{5}$
Correct Answer: $3\frac{3}{5}$
Solution : Given: $5x+\frac{1}{x}=10$ We know that the algebraic identity, $(a+b)^2=a^2+b^2+2ab$. $5x+\frac{1}{x}=10$ On squaring both sides of the above equation, we get, $(5x+\frac{1}{x})^2=10^2$ ⇒ $25x^2+\frac{1}{x^2}+10=100$ ⇒ $25x^2+\frac{1}{x^2}=90$ Divide by 25 on both sides of the above equation, we get, $x^2+\frac{1}{25x^2}=\frac{90}{25}$ ⇒ $x^2+\frac{1}{25x^2}=\frac{18}{5}=3\frac{3}{5}$ Hence, the correct answer is
Question : Which of the following statements are correct regarding the benefits of the retired President of India?
A. The former President of India will also be entitled to a monthly pension of 2.5 lakh. B. He/She is entitled to a secretarial staff comprising a private secretary, a personal assistant, an additional private secretary, two peons and office expenses up to 1 lakh per annum. C. He/She is also entitled to free highest-class travel anywhere in India, accompanied by one person, by rail, air, or steamer.
Option 1: A and B only
Option 2: B and C only
Option 3: A and C only
Option 4: A, B and C
Correct Answer: A, B and C
Solution : The correct answer is A, B and C.
A former President is entitled to get a pension amount and some perks under the President's Emoluments and Pension (Amendment) Act, 1951. All the former Presidents get Rs. 2.5 lakh pension per month, as
Question : The time taken for a train of length 110 metres running at a speed of 72 km/h to cross a bridge of length 132 metres is:
Option 1: 9.8 seconds
Option 2: 12.1 seconds
Option 3: 12.42 seconds
Option 4: 14.3 seconds
Correct Answer: 12.1 seconds
Solution : Given: The distance of the train is (110 + 132) = 242 m and its speed is 72 km/h. We know that, $\text{Time}=\frac{\text{Distance}}{\text{Speed}}$ To convert km/h into m/s, we multiply by $\frac{5}{18}$. 72 km/h = $72\times \frac{5}{18}$ m/s = 20 m/s So, the time
Question : Directions: In the question, a part of the sentence is in bold. Below are given alternatives to the bold part at (1), (2), and (3) that may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative. In case no improvement is needed, your answer is (4).
I had took the papers to John's office.
(1) will took the papers
(2) taken the papers
(3) took the papers
Correct Answer: (3)
Solution : The sentence can be improved using the third option.
The auxiliary verb "had" is unnecessary in the context of the sentence, and only the simple past form of "take" that is "took" should be used here.
Therefore, the correct sentence is: "I took the papers
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