Staff Selection Commission Combined Graduate Level Exam
Question : Directions: In the following question, select the related word from the given alternatives. Frog : Amphibian :: Lizard : ?
Option 1: Rodent
Option 2: Mammal
Option 3: Reptile
Option 4: Insect
Correct Answer: Reptile
Solution : Given: Frog : Amphibian :: Lizard : ?
A frog belongs to the category of amphibians. Similarly, a lizard belongs to the category of reptiles.
Hence, the third option is correct.
Question : Select the most appropriate synonym of the underlined word.
The internationally agreed Declaration of the Small Island Developing States (SIDS) Accelerated Modalities of Action, the so-called S.A.M.O.A Pathway, recognises that SIDS remains a special case for sustainable development in view of their unique and particular vulnerabilities.
Option 1: vast
Option 2: unsuitable
Option 3: rare
Option 4: imperishable
Correct Answer: imperishable
Solution : The most appropriate choice is the fourth option.
Explanation: Imperishable means not subject to decay or deterioration lasting indefinitely. In the context of sustainable development imperishable aligns with the idea of something that can be maintained over time, making it the most appropriate synonym for
Question : Direction: In the following question, which of the following interchange of signs would make the given equation correct?
(8 – 8) + 8 × 32 = 64
Option 1: ×, +, –
Option 2: –, ÷, +
Option 3: +, ÷, +
Option 4: +, ÷, ×
Correct Answer: +, ÷, ×
Solution : Given: (8 – 8) + 8 × 32 = 64
Let's check the options —
First option: ×, +, – On replacing → (8 × 8) + 8 – 32 = 64 = (8 × 8) + 8 – 32 = 64 +
Question : Directions: Three of the following four-letter clusters are alike in a certain way and one is different. Pick the odd one out.
Option 1: HMS
Option 2: AFZ
Option 3: KQP
Option 4: DIW
Correct Answer: KQP
Solution : Let's check the options – First option: HMS→S is the opposite letter of H; H + 5 = M Second option: AFZ→Z is the opposite letter of A; A + 5 = F Third option: KQP→P is the opposite letter of K; K + 6
Question : Select the most appropriate antonym of the given word. IMPECCABLE
Option 1: Blemished
Option 2: Unsullied
Option 3: Flawless
Option 4: Exquisite
Correct Answer: Blemished
Solution : The first option is correct.
Explanation: Impeccable means to describe something or someone without any flaws. Blemished means marked or spoiled by a flaw or by multiple flaws. It is clear that impeccable and blemished have opposite meanings.
The meanings of the other options are
Question : The chemical formula of quick lime is__________.
Option 1: CaO
Option 2: CO2
Option 3: CaCO3
Option 4: Ca(OH)2
Correct Answer: CaO
Solution : The correct answer is CaO.
CaO is the chemical formula for quick lime. It is a solid with white crystals. It can be obtained through calcium carbonate's breakdown. Calcium Hydroxide is commonly referred to as slaked lime. Ca(OH)2 is the chemical formula for
Question : Directions: Arrange the following words as per their order in the dictionary. 1. Weather 2. Weasand 3. Wealth 4. Weapon 5. Weekend
Option 1: 3, 2, 4, 1, 5
Option 2: 3, 2, 1, 4, 5
Option 3: 3, 4, 2, 1, 5
Option 4: 3, 4, 1, 2, 5
Correct Answer: 3, 4, 2, 1, 5
Solution : Given: 1. Weather 2. Weasand 3. Wealth 4. Weapon 5. Weekend
Step 1: Since all the words start with the same letter W, so move on to the next letter. Step 2: The second letter of each word is the
Question : A dealer marks his goods at 40% above the cost price. He sells 60% of the goods at the marked price by giving a 10% discount and the rest by giving a 50% discount on the marked price. What is his overall profit or loss percentage?
Option 1: Loss 2.8%
Option 2: Profit 2.8%
Option 3: Profit 3.6%
Option 4: Loss 3.6%
Correct Answer: Profit 3.6%
Solution : Let the cost price be 100 Marked price at 40% = 140. If the total number of articles (goods) is 100, then according to the question: Selling price of the 60% goods at 10% discount = $60\times(\frac{90}{100}\times140)=7560$ Selling price of the remaining 40% goods
Question : When the average product of an input is at its maximum then:
(AP = Average product)
(MP = Marginal product)
Option 1: AP = 0
Option 2: AP = MP
Option 3: AP > MP
Option 4: AP < MP
Correct Answer: AP = MP
Solution : The correct option is AP = MP.
The point where MP intersects AP is also where AP is at its greatest. When MP drops below AP, AP ceases to increase and instead begins to decrease. Consequently, it is true to say that
Question : The ratio of the three sides of the triangle is 5 : 13 : 12. What is the largest angle of the triangle?
Option 1: 80°
Option 2: 90°
Option 3: 135°
Option 4: 120°
Correct Answer: 90°
Solution : Given: The ratio of the three sides of the triangle is 5 : 13 : 12. The ratio of the three sides of the triangle forms Pythagoras triplets. Let the sides of the triangle be $x$. According to the question, $(5x)^2+(12x)^2$ = $25x^2+144x^2$ = $169x^2$
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