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Question : An investor invested his savings in the stock market. The value of his investments increased by 12% and 9% in the first year and the second year, respectively. If the value of his investments after two years was Rs. 97,664, then how much had he invested (in Rs.)?

Option 1: 81,000

Option 2: 75,000

Option 3: 80,000

Option 4: 72,000

Team Careers360 25th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: 80,000


Solution : Let the amount invested by the investor be Rs. $x$.
Given: The value of his investments increased by 12% and 9% in the first year and the second year, respectively.
P becomes P(1 + $\frac{R_1}{100}$)(1 + $\frac{R_2}{100}$) after 2 years where R1 and R

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Question : Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words/phrases.

Fail to notice; ignore; condone (an offence etc).

Option 1: Overlong

Option 2: Overlie

Option 3: Overly

Option 4: Overlook

Team Careers360 16th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: Overlook


Solution : The correct choice is the fourth option.

Explanation: The word "overlook" is a verb that means to fail to notice, ignore, or condone. In the context of the provided group of words and phrases, overlook is the most suitable option to convey the idea

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Question : Directions: Three of the following letter clusters are alike in a certain way and one is different. Pick the odd one out.

Option 1: HGF

Option 2: RQP

Option 3: UVW

Option 4: LKJ

Team Careers360 25th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: UVW


Solution : Let's check the options –

First option: HGF; The given letters are the consecutive letters in the reverse order.
Second option: RQP; The given letters are the consecutive letters in the reverse order.
Third option: UVW; The given letters are the consecutive letters.
Fourth option: 

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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".

Several ministers (have been expected) to meet the people tomorrow.

(1) have been expectant

(2) have been expecting

(3) are expected 

(4) No Improvement

Option 1: (1)

Option 2: (2)

Option 3: (3)

Option 4: (4)

Team Careers360 15th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: (3)


Solution : The correct choice is the third option.

Explanation:

The term "are expected" is the most appropriate choice, conveying the idea that several ministers are anticipated to meet the people tomorrow, which is the correct passive structure.

So, the correct sentence would be: "Several ministers are

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Question : Sparying of DDT on crops causes pollution of_________

Option 1: Air & Soil

Option 2: Crops & Air

Option 3: Soil & Water

Option 4: Air & Water

Team Careers360 15th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: Soil & Water


Solution : The correct option is Soil & Water.

DDT spraying can cause soil and water contamination due to its long-lasting nature and ability to leak into groundwater. Rainwater and runoff can transport DDT residues from farms to surrounding aquatic bodies, contaminating them. Furthermore, the

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Question : Select the option that expresses the given sentence in reported speech.

She asked, “Are you meeting my partners next week?”

Option 1: She asked about our meeting her partners next week.

Option 2: She asked if we meet her partners next week.

Option 3: She asked if we were meeting her partners the following week.

Option 4: She asked if we were meeting her partners next week.

Team Careers360 9th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: She asked if we were meeting her partners the following week.


Solution : The correct choice is the third option.

Explanation:

When reporting a past event or question, the tense of the reporting verb shifts back one in time.

Steps of conversion: 

  • The question is changed into
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Question : Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.

Strong dislike between two persons

Option 1: Antipathy

Option 2: Rivalry

Option 3: Tolerance

Option 4: Adoration

Team Careers360 21st Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: Antipathy


Solution : The correct solution is the first option.

Explanation: The phrase "strong dislike between two persons" implies the need for a single word that encapsulates this intense negative sentiment. The term "antipathy" precisely fits this description. Antipathy refers to a deep-seated and mutual aversion or

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Question : Vasco da Gama, a Portuguese explorer, discovered the sea route to India in_______________.

Option 1: 1488

Option 2: 1498

Option 3: 1508

Option 4: 1518

Team Careers360 8th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: 1498


Solution : The correct option is 1498.

Portuguese adventurer Vasco da Gama touched down in Calicut, now Kozhikode, India, on May 20, 1498. The first European to arrive by sea at India's profitable trading hubs was Vasco da Gama.

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Question : Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Hold water

Option 1: A diluted argument.

Option 2: Appear to be of no value.

Option 3: Appear to be of less value.

Option 4: Appear to be valid or reasonable.

Team Careers360 11th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: Appear to be valid or reasonable.


Solution : The correct choice is the fourth option.

Explanation: When an argument or statement holds water, it means it is logical, valid, and can withstand scrutiny or criticism. It suggests that the argument or explanation is sound and reasonable.

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