Staff Selection Commission Combined Graduate Level Exam
Question : Directions: Arrange the following words as per order in the dictionary. 1. Brittle 2. Brisk 3. Bright 4. Bride
Option 1: 4, 3, 2, 1
Option 2: 1, 2, 3, 4
Option 3: 2, 3, 4, 1
Option 4: 4, 2, 1, 3
Correct Answer: 4, 3, 2, 1
Solution : Given: 1. Brittle 2. Brisk 3. Bright 4. Bride
Step 1: Compare the first, second, and third letter of each word. Since all the words start with the same letter B, r and i, so, move on to the next
Question : Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word.
Built by King Narasimhadeva I of the Eastern Ganga dynasty from 1238-1250 CE, the 13th century late-style Kalingan temple forms part of the golden triangle of Odisha, along with Puri and Bhubaneswar, and attracts tourists, pilgrims, and history and art lovers.
Option 1: Embodies
Option 2: Shrouds
Option 3: Elucidates
Option 4: Deters
Correct Answer: Deters
Solution : The correct choice is the fourth option.
The meaning of "deter" is to discourage or prevent someone from doing something, whereas the meaning of "attract" is to cause someone to come to a place or participate in a venture.
The meanings of the other
Question : Direction: In the following question, select the related number from the given alternatives.
4 : 17 :: 7 : ?
Option 1: 50
Option 2: 48
Option 3: 49
Option 4: 51
Correct Answer: 50
Solution : Given: 4 : 17 :: 7 : ?
In this,
4² + 1= 17
Similarly, 7² + 1= 50
Hence, first option is correct answer.
Question : Directions: By interchanging the given two signs and numbers which of the following equations will be correct? × and +, 9 and 6
Option 1: 7 × 6 ÷ 3 + 9 – 8 = 17
Option 2: 6 × 8 – 9 ÷ 3 + 5 = 50
Option 3: 7 + 6 × 4 ÷ 9 – 8 = 8
Option 4: 9 × 7 + 4 ÷ 1 – 6 = 7
Correct Answer: 7 × 6 ÷ 3 + 9 – 8 = 17
Solution : Let's check the options – First option: 7 × 6 ÷ 3 + 9 – 8 = 17 On interchanging the given numbers and symbols, the equation becomes – = 7 + 9 ÷ 3
Question : Directions: In the following question, find the odd number pair from the given alternatives.
Option 1: 36 – 48
Option 2: 56 – 44
Option 3: 78 – 66
Option 4: 33 – 64
Correct Answer: 33 – 64
Solution : Let's check the options — First option: 36 – 48 ⇒ Both are even numbers. Second option: 56 – 44 ⇒ Both are even numbers. Third option: 78 – 66 ⇒ Both are even numbers. Fourth option: 33 – 64 ⇒ 33 is
Question : The chemical name of 'laughing gas' is
Option 1: Nitric Oxide
Option 2: Nitrogen Dioxide
Option 3: Nitrogen Pentaoxide
Option 4: Nitrous Oxide
Correct Answer: Nitrous Oxide
Solution : The correct answer is Nitrous Oxide.
Nitrous oxide (N2O) is a colourless, odourless gas that is non-flammable. It induces exhilaration and is referred to as 'laughing gas'. Humphry Davy coined the term "laughing gas" to describe it. It is used recreationally
Question : Study the pie chart and answer the options:-
The number of students specializing in E is what percent more than that of students specializing in C?
Option 1: 25.9
Option 2: 30.4
Option 3: 32
Option 4: 35
Correct Answer: 35
Solution : From the given pie chart, Number of students specializing in E = 97.2° Number of students specializing in C = 72° ⇒ Required percentage = $\frac{97.2 – 72}{72} × 100$ = $\frac{25.2}{72} × 100$ = $\frac{2520}{72}$ = 35% Hence, the correct answer is 35%.
Question : Fabric made from ____ does not get wrinkled easily.
Option 1: cotton
Option 2: flax
Option 3: silk
Option 4: polyester
Correct Answer: polyester
Solution : The correct option is polyester.
Polyester fabrics are renowned for their resistance to wrinkling and creasing. In comparison to certain other fabrics, polyester fibres have an inherent tenacity, and are less likely to wrinkle. Polyester clothing and textiles are well-liked options for travel, daily
Question : Who was the French Governor of Pondicherry, Who had tried to make the French Company as a powerful company ?
Option 1: Thomas Arthur, Comte de Lally
Option 2: Godeheu
Option 3: La Bourdonnais
Option 4: Joseph Francois Dupleix
Correct Answer: Joseph Francois Dupleix
Solution : The correct option is Joseph Francois Dupleix.
The French Governor of Pondicherry who played a significant role in trying to strengthen the French East India Company was François Dupleix.He was determined to make the French Company powerful in India. He used a mix
Question : Comprehension: In the given passage, some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each number.
In August every year, thousands of twins descend on a town in Ohio called Twinsburg, named by identical twin brothers 1.________ two centuries ago. The Twins Days Festival is a three-day 2.________ consisting of talent shows and look-alike 3.__________ that has become one of the world's 4.___________ gatherings of twins. There have been 5.____________festivals in Nigeria, a country where 1 in 22 births to the Yoruba people 6.____________ twins, identical or fraternal, which is a much higher 7. ___________than anywhere else in the world. This has been 8.___________ to the eating of yams, but the theory is 9.__________ Biomedical researchers attend these events, regarding them as a 10.____________ opportunity to conduct surveys and experiments.
Question: Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank No. 10.
Option 1: pompous
Option 2: routine
Option 3: precious
Option 4: dubious
Correct Answer: precious
Solution : The third option is the correct answer.
We can say that the implied meaning of the sentence is that these twin festivals are attended by biomedical researchers, who view them as an important and rare opportunity to conduct experiments and surveys. According to the above
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