Staff Selection Commission Combined Graduate Level Exam
Question : In the given figure, ABCD is a rectangle and P is a point on DC such that BC = 24 cm, DP = 10 cm, and CD = 15 cm. If AP produced intersects BC produced at Q, then find the length of AQ.
Option 1: 24 cm
Option 2: 26 cm
Option 3: 39 cm
Option 4: 35 cm
Correct Answer: 39 cm
Solution : Given: In the given figure, ABCD is a rectangle and P is a point on DC such that BC = 24 cm, DP = 10 cm, and CD = 15 cm. Two triangles are similar if their corresponding angle values are the same. The
Question : Which among the following is the sacred book of the Buddhists ?
Option 1:
Upanishad
Option 2: Vedas
Option 3: Tripitaka
Option 4: Jatakas
Correct Answer: Tripitaka
Solution : Correct Answer is Tripitaka
Buddhism regards the Tripitakas as its holy texts. The Tripitakas are a accumulation of Buddha's teachings. All of the sermons given by the historical Buddha took place in Magadhan. The Tripiaka is made up of the Sutra Piaka, Vinaya Piaka, and
Question : Directions: If + means subtraction, – means multiplication, ÷ means addition, and × means division, then what is the value of the following expression? 26 – 13 + 144 × 18 ÷ 81
Option 1: 292
Option 2: 411
Option 3: 405
Option 4: 144
Correct Answer: 411
Solution : Given: + means subtraction, – means multiplication, ÷ means addition, and × means division 26 – 13 + 144 × 18 ÷ 81
After replacing the symbols as directed by the question, the equation becomes – = 26 × 13 – 144 ÷ 18 +
Question : Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words. One who loves humanity or believes in universal brotherhood
Option 1: Humane
Option 2: Magnanimous
Option 3: Philanthropist
Option 4: Misanthropist
Correct Answer: Philanthropist
Solution : The third option is correct.
A philanthropist is someone who has a deep love for humanity and actively works towards the welfare and betterment of others. They demonstrate generosity, often by donating their time, efforts, or financial resources, which is quite similar to what is
Question : Directions: In a certain code language, FANCY is written as ACPEH, and TRACTOR is written as TTCEVQV. How will CARROT be written in that language?
Option 1: ECTTQV
Option 2: ECTTQT
Option 3: EBTTPV
Option 4: VCTTQE
Correct Answer: VCTTQE
Solution : Given: FANCY is written as ACPEH, and TRACTOR is written as TTCEVQV.
Add 2 to the positional value of each letter and after addition interchange the position of the first and last letters of FANCY to get the required code – Thus, FANCY is coded
Question : Direction: Sunil is the son of Kesav. Simran, Kesav's sister, has a son, Maruti, and a daughter, Sita. Prem is the maternal uncle of Maruti. How is Sunil related to Maruti?
Option 1: Nephew
Option 2: Cousin
Option 3: Uncle
Option 4: Brother
Correct Answer: Cousin
Solution : First, we need to draw a family tree.
Now, we clearly see that Kesav and Simran are brother and sister. Maruti and Sita are brother and sister.
So, Sunil is the cousin of Maruti.
Hence, the second option is correct.
Question : Direction: The following bar graph shows the production of table fans in a factory for one week. Study the bar graph and answer the given question.
The average production of table fans on Monday and Tuesday exceeds the average of table fans during the week by:
Option 1: 150 fans
Option 2: 100 fans
Option 3: 140 fans
Option 4: 200 fans
Correct Answer: 100 fans
Solution : According to the provided bar graph, Total number of table fans produced on Monday and Tuesday $= 260 + 540 = 800$ Number of days $= 2$ Average production of table fans on Monday and Tuesday $= \frac{\text{Total productivity on Monday and Tuesday}}{\text{Number of
Question : 5% of $a = b$, then $b$% of 20 is the same as:
Option 1: 20% of $\frac{a}{2}$
Option 2: 50% of $\frac{a}{20}$
Option 3: 50% of $\frac{a}{2}$
Option 4: 20% of $\frac{a}{20}$
Correct Answer: 20% of $\frac{a}{20}$
Solution : Given: 5% of $a = b$ ⇒ b = $\frac{5}{100} × a = \frac{a}{20}$ Now, $b$% of 20 = 20% of $b$ = 20% of $\frac{a}{20}$ Hence, the correct answer is 20% of $\frac{a}{20}$.
Question : Thinner particles responsible for deteriorating the air - quality resulting in the damage of vital organs are referred as PM:
Option 1: 15.5
Option 2: 10.5
Option 3: 2.5
Option 4: 20.5
Correct Answer: 2.5
Solution : The correct answer is 2.5
PM stands for Particulate matter. The thinnest particle which is able to enter into the blood stream and damage vital organs is Particulate matter 2.5 i.e. having a diameter less than 2.5 micrometers. According Central Pollution Control Board the annual
Question : Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No substitution’. Kranthi loves to swim at the local swimming pool in order that relieve his work stress.
Option 1: in order which
Option 2: No substitution
Option 3: in order as to relieve
Option 4: in order to relieve
Correct Answer: in order to relieve
Solution : The correct choice is the fourth option.
Explanation:
"In order that" is not the appropriate phrase here. "In order to" is used to express purpose or intention, showing why Kranthi loves to swim—in this case, to alleviate or reduce his work
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