Staff Selection Commission Combined Graduate Level Exam
Question : Directions: In the following question below are given some statements followed by some conclusions based on those statements. Taking the given statements to be true even if they seem to be at variance from commonly known facts. Read all the conclusions and then decide which of the given conclusions logically follows the given statements. Statements: No A is B. No C is B. Conclusions: I. Some C is not A. II. Some A is B.
Option 1: Neither conclusion follows
Option 2: Only conclusion II follows
Option 3: Only conclusion I follows
Option 4: Both conclusions I and II follow
Correct Answer: Neither conclusion follows
Solution : The possible Venn diagram according to the given statements is as follows –
Let's analyse the conclusions – Conclusion (I): Some C is not A – From the Venn diagram, it is evident that there is no direct relation between A and C.
Question : Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
To go to the dogs.
Option 1: To win a race.
Option 2: To become worse.
Option 3: To stand on guard.
Option 4: To win support.
Correct Answer: To become worse.
Solution : The correct choice is the second option.
The most appropriate meaning of the idiom to go to the dogs is to become worse. It is used to describe a situation or thing that was once good or successful but has deteriorated or
Question : The element absorbed both in cation and anion form is
Option 1: Sulphur
Option 2: Nitrogen
Option 3: Calcium
Option 4: Phosphorus
Correct Answer: Nitrogen
Solution : The correct option is Nitrogen.
Nitrogen is a necessary element that plants may take in both cation (positively charged) and anion (negatively charged) forms. Plants may absorb ammonium ions (NH4+) from the soil in their cationic form, but not nitrate ions (NO3-) in their anionic
Question : Comprehension:
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
Learning a new language can be challenging, but it's also (1)______. It can open up new opportunities for communication and cultural exchange. When learning a new language, it's important to be patient and (2)________ yourself time to progress. One way to make language learning easier is to (3)_______ to it every day, even if it's just for a few minutes. This helps in building consistency and reinforces what you're learning. Practicing speaking and listening is also important, not just reading and writing. By immersing yourself in the language and culture, you can accelerate your (4)________ and gain a deeper understanding of the language. Learning a new language is not only practical, but it's also (5)________ and can be a fun experience.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank no. 4.
Option 1: pitch
Option 2: complacency
Option 3: progress
Option 4: stamina
Correct Answer: progress
Solution : The correct choice is the third option.
Progress means forward movement or advancement, which leads to positive change and is exactly the concept being discussed in the passage. It relates to the idea of improving one's language skills.
The meanings of the other options are
Question : Dadabhai Naoroji offered a scathing criticism of the economic impact of British rule through his book entitled ‘__________.
Option 1: India Today
Option 2: The Idea of India
Option 3: Poverty and Un-British Rule in India
Option 4: The History of British India
Correct Answer: Poverty and Un-British Rule in India
Solution : The correct answer is Poverty and un-British rule in India.
Dadabhai Naoroji was also known as the 'Grand Old Man of India', and he was a leading social reformer of the Indian National Congress Party. In addition, he was
Question : Three-fourths of a consignment was sold at a profit of 8% and the rest at a loss of 4%. If there was an overall profit of Rs. 600, then find the value of the consignment.
Option 1: Rs. 15,000
Option 2: Rs. 6,000
Option 3: Rs. 18,000
Option 4: Rs. 12,000
Correct Answer: Rs. 12,000
Solution : Let the total consignment be 4 units. ⇒ Total profit $=\frac{3 × 8\% - 1 × 4\%}{4}=\frac{20\%}{4}=5\%$ According to the question, 5% of the total = Rs. 600 $\therefore$ Value of the consignment = 100% of the total = $\frac{600×100}{5}$ = Rs. 12000 Hence,
Question : Increased RBCs in the blood lead to a condition called
Option 1: anaemia
Option 2: haemophilia
Option 3: polycythemia
Option 4: leukaemia
Correct Answer: polycythemia
Solution : The correct option is polycythemia.
Polycythemia is a condition caused by an increase in red blood cells (RBCs) in the blood. Polycythemia is characterised by an increased RBC concentration, which causes the blood to thicken, and become more viscous. This disease can put a
Question : Directions: Dog is related to Labrador in the same way as Vegetable is related to ___.
Option 1: Capsicum
Option 2: Pickle
Option 3: Banana
Option 4: Apple
Correct Answer: Capsicum
Solution : Given: The dog is related to Labrador.
Like, Labrador is a breed of dog. Similarly, from the given options, only capsicum is a vegetable.
Hence, the first option is correct.
Question : If a( a + b + c) = 45, b( a + b + c) = 75, and c( a + b + c) =105, then what is the value of a2 + b2 + c2?
Option 1: 75
Option 2: 83
Option 3: 217
Option 4: 225
Correct Answer: 83
Solution : a(a + b + c) = 45 ------------------------- (1) b(a + b + c) = 75 ------------------------- (2) c(a + b + c) = 105 ------------------------ (3) Adding (1), (2), and (3), we get (a + b + c)2 = 225 ⇒ (a +
Question : The average of a, b, and c is 20, and that of b, c, and d is 25. If d = 30, then the value of a is:
Option 1: 25
Option 2: 45
Option 3: 30
Option 4: 15
Correct Answer: 15
Solution : The average of a, b, and c is 20, and that of b, c, and d is 25. a + b+ c = 3 × 20 = 60 ---(i) b + c+ d = 3 × 25 = 75 ---(ii) Solving equations (i) and (ii),
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