Staff Selection Commission Combined Graduate Level Exam
Question : Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the underlined group of words in the following sentence. Sita seems not to be affected by the pleasures and pains of life.
Option 1: strict
Option 2: active
Option 3: stoic
Option 4: passive
Correct Answer: stoic
Solution : The third option is the correct answer.
Stoic refers to a person who can endure pain or hardship without showing their feelings or complaining. In the context provided, Sita is described as unaffected by the pleasures and pains of life, which aligns with the stoic
Question : Directions: Which figure should replace the question mark (?) if the series were to be continued?
Option 1:
Option 2:
Option 3:
Option 4:
Correct Answer:
Solution : In the given figure, follow the directions to find the next term –
From Box 1 to Box 2, V is replaced by A (a new element) and moves to the bottom left position. From Box 2 to Box 3, S is replaced by F (a
Question : Directions: Which letter cluster will replace the question mark (?) to complete the given series? VSNY, UQLU, ?, SMHM, RKFI
Option 1: TOJQ
Option 2: TOJR
Option 3: TOKQ
Option 4: TPJQ
Correct Answer: TOJQ
Solution : Given: VSNY, UQLU, ?, SMHM, RKFI
Subtract 1, 2, 2, and 4 from the place value of the first, second, third, and fourth letters respectively of the previous term to obtain the next term in the series – VSNY→V – 1 = U; S –
Question : Directions: In the following question, a sentence is given with a blank that is to be filled in with an appropriate word. Four alternatives are suggested; choose the correct alternative out of them as your answer. The peon respectfully asked if he ____ go there.
Option 1: may
Option 2: might
Option 3: can
Option 4: will
Correct Answer: might
Solution : The correct choice is the second option.
Explanation: "Might" is used to express a polite request for permission or to indicate a possibility in the past tense. It is a more formal and respectful way to ask for permission.
May: It is used to express
Question : Directions: Select the set in which the numbers are related in the same way as the numbers of the following set. (NOTE: Operations should be performed on the whole numbers, without breaking down the numbers into their 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.) (17, 24, 58) (26, 37, 89)
Option 1: (15, 17, 47)
Option 2: (41, 39, 125)
Option 3: (10, 20, 44)
Option 4: (21, 38, 96)
Correct Answer: (15, 17, 47)
Solution : Given: (17, 24, 58); (26, 37, 89)
Here, (17, 24, 58)→(17 × 2) + 24 = 34 + 24 = 58 (26, 37, 89)→(26 × 2) + 37 = 52 + 37 = 89
Let's check the options – First option: (15, 17,
Question : Direction: If NOIDA is written as 39658, how INDIA will be written?
Option 1: 36568
Option 2: 65368
Option 3: 63568
Option 4: 63569
Correct Answer: 63568
Solution : Given:
NOIDA → 39658
From the above data, it is clear that each letter of the word is assigned with the individual number code.
I → 6, N → 3, D → 5, I → 6, A → 8
Thus, INDIA will be written as
Question : In what time will INR 10,000 at 4% per annum, produce the same interest as INR 8,000 does in 4 years at 5% Simple Interest?
Option 1: 5 years
Option 2: 3 years
Option 3: 4 years
Option 4: 6 years
Correct Answer: 4 years
Solution : We have, Interest produced at INR 8,000 in 4 years at 5%. Simple interest = $\frac{\text{Principal × Rate × Time}}{100}$ $SI = \frac{8000×5×4}{100} = 1600$ The same interest is produced at INR 10,000 at 4% per annum in $T$ years. $1600 = \frac{10000×4×T}{100}$ ⇒
Question : Directions: Select the option that represents the letters that, when placed from left to right in the following blanks, will complete the letter series. ZXC_BZ_ _VB_XEV_Z_ _VB
Option 1: UYEZBXF
Option 2: UXDZBXF
Option 3: VYEZBXG
Option 4: VXDZBXF
Correct Answer: VXDZBXF
Solution : Given: ZXC_BZ_ _VB_XEV_Z_ _VB
To fill the series we have to divide the series – ZXC_B / Z_ _VB / _XEV_ / Z_ _VB Let's check each option – First option: UYEZBXF; ZXCUB / ZYEVB / ZXEVB /
Question : Which Article of the Indian Constitution did Dr.B.R. Ambedkar term as the "Heart and Soul of the Indian Constitution?"
Option 1: Article 14
Option 2: Article 19
Option 3: Article 356
Option 4: Article 32
Correct Answer: Article 32
Solution : The correct answer is Article 32.
Article 32 is a Fundamental right mentioned in Part III of Indian Constitution. Dr. B R Ambedkar called it heart and soul of the Indian constitution. It is called so because it gives the sanctity and enforcement to
Question : Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. We have only just enough money to live on now, and if my husband loses his job, we’ll really be up again it.
Option 1: be up gone it
Option 2: be up across it
Option 3: be up cross it
Option 4: be up against it
Correct Answer: be up against it
Solution : The fourth option is the correct choice.
Be up against it is an idiomatic expression meaning to face a difficult situation or challenge. It is a suitable choice for conveying the intended meaning of facing a challenging circumstance due to potential job
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