Staff Selection Commission Combined Graduate Level Exam
Question : Directions: In the following question a series is given, with one number missing. Choose the correct alternative from the given ones that will complete the series. 6, 11, 21, 36, 56, ?
Option 1: 42
Option 2: 51
Option 3: 81
Option 4: 91
Correct Answer: 81
Solution : Given: 6, 11, 21, 36, 56, ?
Add consecutive multiples of 5 to find the next term – 6 + 5 = 11; 11 + 10 = 21; 21 + 15 = 36; 36 + 20 = 56; 56 + 25 = 81
So, 81
Question : Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word. Genuine
Option 1: Authentic
Option 2: Deceptive
Option 3: Fabricated
Option 4: Erroneous
Correct Answer: Authentic
Solution : The first option is the correct answer.
The adjective genuine means truly what something is said to be.
The meanings of the words given in the options are as follows:
Question : Directions: In the following question, select the related number from the given alternatives. 7 : 56 :: 11 : ?
Option 1: 121
Option 2: 123
Option 3: 132
Option 4: 134
Correct Answer: 132
Solution : Given: 7 : 56 :: 11 : ?
Multiply the first number by its successor. 7 : 56→7 × 8 = 56 Similarly, 11 : ?→11 × 12 = 132
Hence, the third option is correct.
Question : Directions: Select the option that represents the correct order of the given words as they would appear in an English dictionary. 1. Calamity 2. Calcium 3. Calculus 4. Calmly 5. Calories 6. Calendar
Option 1: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, 6
Option 2: 1, 2, 3, 6, 4, 5
Option 3: 2, 3, 1, 6, 4, 5
Option 4: 1, 3, 2, 6, 4, 5
Correct Answer: 1, 2, 3, 6, 4, 5
Solution : Given: 1. Calamity 2. Calcium 3. Calculus 4. Calmly 5. Calories 6. Calendar
Step 1: Since all the words start with the same letter C, move to the next letter. Step 2: Let's move to the second letter of
Question : The table given below shows the earnings of two persons on five different days.
What is the ratio of the total earnings of P to the total earnings of Q?
Option 1: 511 : 556
Option 2: 531 : 331
Option 3: 556 : 511
Option 4: 331 : 441
Correct Answer: 511 : 556
Solution : Total earning of P = 105 + 96 + 65 + 115 + 130 = 511 Total earning of Q = 150 + 110 + 122 + 106 + 68 = 556 The ratio of P's earnings to Q's earnings = 511 :
Question : Comprehension:
In the following 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.
Everything we know about non-avian dinosaurs is ________ (1) fossils, which include bones, teeth, footprints, tracks, eggs, and skin impressions. For centuries, people throughout the world have ________ (2) amazing fossilised bones and footprints. Early finds inspired_______ (3) and fairy tales, and people ________ (4) that these bones belonged to________ (5) or huge monsters.
Question:
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank number 2.
Option 1: designed
Option 2: invented
Option 3: fabricated
Option 4: discovered
Correct Answer: discovered
Solution : The correct choice is the fourth option.
The word "discovered" is used in this context to highlight the active process of uncovering fossilised bones and footprints.
The meanings of other words are as follows:
Question :
Study of newly born to the age of 3 months is called
Option 1:
Chorology
Option 2:
Conchology
Option 3:
Nematology
Option 4: Neonatology
Correct Answer: Neonatology
Solution : The correct option is Neonatology.
Neonatology is a medical speciality that focuses on the care and treatment of newborn newborns, particularly those who are preterm, unwell, or have medical issues that need specialised care. Neonatologists are medical specialists that specialise in providing comprehensive medical care
Question : Celebrated every year, the Guru Kelucharan Mohapatra Award festival is named after the famous classical dancer of which of the following dance forms?
Option 1: Odissi
Option 2: Mohiniyattam
Option 3: Kathak
Option 4: Kuchipudi
Correct Answer: Odissi
Solution : The correct answer is Odissi.
The Guru Kelucharan Mohapatra Award event is named after the well-known Odissi classical dancer. Kelucharan Mohapatra was a choreographer and Odissi dancer from India. He is renowned for popularising and rejuvenating the Odissi dance genre. In 1986, he received the
Question : A person purchased a saree for Rs. 7710 after availing a net discount of Rs. 1285. The percentage discount that the saree shop offers is:
Option 1: $14\frac{1}{7}$%
Option 2: $14\frac{2}{7}$%
Option 3: $14\frac{3}{7}$%
Option 4: $14\frac{4}{7}$%
Correct Answer: $14\frac{2}{7}$%
Solution : Given: Cost price of saree = Rs. 7710 , Discount on saree = Rs. 1285 ∴ Marked price = (7710 + 1285) = Rs. 8995 Discount % = $\frac{\text{Discount}}{\text{Selling Price + Discount}}$, Therefore, discount % = $\frac{1285}{8995}$×100% $= \frac{100}{7}=14\frac{2}{7}$% So, the percentage discount offered by
Question : Norwesters are dreaded evening thunderstorms seen in____
Option 1: Bengal and Assam
Option 2: Punjab and Haryana
Option 3: Rajasthan and Madhya Pradesh
Option 4: Telangana and Maharashtra
Correct Answer: Bengal and Assam
Solution : The correct answer is Bengal and Assam.
Nor'westers, also known as "Kalbaishakhi" in some regions, are dreaded evening thunderstorms that are commonly seen in the eastern parts of India, especially in the states of West Bengal, Assam, Bihar, Jharkhand, and Bangladesh. These thunderstorms
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