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Question : The chemical formula of borax is

Option 1: Na2B5 O7 .10H2O

Option 2: Na2B4O7.10H2O

Option 3: Na2B4O7.5H2O

Option 4: Na2B4O7.12H2O

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Correct Answer: Na2B4O7.10H2O


Solution : The correct answer is Na2B4O7.10H2O.

The chemical formula of Borax is Na2B4O7·10H2O. It consists of two sodium (Na) atoms, four boron

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Question : A batsman makes 81 runs in the 16th match and thus increases his average runs per match by 3. What is his average after the 16th match?

Option 1: 35

Option 2: 34

Option 3: 33

Option 4: 36

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Correct Answer: 36


Solution : Given:
A batsman makes 81 runs in the 16th match and thus increases his average runs per match by 3.
Let his average for 15 innings be $x$.
So, the total number of runs in first 15 innings $= 15x$
According to the question,
$16×(x+3)-15x=81$

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Question : What was India's rank in the Asia-Pacific Personalised Health Index released by the Economist Intelligence Unit in January 2021?

Option 1: 10th

Option 2: 9th

Option 3: 11th

Option 4: 12th

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Correct Answer: 10th


Solution : The correct answer is 10th.

India's rank was 10th in the Asia Pacific personalized health index released by the Economic Intelligence Unit in January 2021. India has ranked 10th out of 11 Asia Pacific countries in the index. The 11 countries are India, Australia, China,

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Question : Kerala is famous for the cultivation of 

Option 1: Coconut 

Option 2: Black-Pepper 

Option 3: Rubber

Option 4: Rice

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Correct Answer: Coconut 


Solution : The correct option is coconut.

Coconut cultivation is predominate in Kerala, earning the state the title of "The Land of Coconuts." Coconut farming is a vital aspect of Kerala's agriculture, and coconuts are utilised not just for their flesh and water, but also for a

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Question : Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
Yesterday, I ate only a__________ of apples for my dinner.

Option 1: pier

Option 2: pear

Option 3: pare

Option 4: pair

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Correct Answer: pair


Solution : The correct choice is the fourth option. 

Pair means two items that are matched or considered together. In the context of the sentence, it suggests that the speaker only ate a pair of apples, indicating two apples.

The meanings of the other options are

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Question : By what name did Alauddin Khalji build his capital?

Option 1: Khizrabad

Option 2: Siri

Option 3: Dinpanah

Option 4: Rai Pithora

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Correct Answer: Siri


Solution : The correct option is Siri.

Siri was the capital of the Delhi Sultanate during the rule of Alauddin Khalji. It was established in 1303 A.D. and served as the centre of his administration. Siri played a key role in the administration and defence of the

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Question : Directions: Study the following bar graph and answer the question.

The difference between the marks obtained in both the terms by the students is maximum in:

Option 1: English

Option 2: Physics

Option 3: Biology

Option 4: Mathematics

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Correct Answer: Biology


Solution : As per the given graph:
The difference in marks obtained in both the terms by the students in:
(i) English = 80 – 70 = 10 marks
(ii) Maths = 100 – 80 = 20 marks
(iii) Physics = 90 – 75 = 15 marks

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Question :

Directions: In the following question, select the related word from the given alternatives.
Star : Telescope :: Ship : ? 

Option 1: Periscope 

Option 2: Microscope 

Option 3: Deck 

Option 4: Gyroscope 

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Correct Answer: Periscope 


Solution : Given:
Star : Telescope :: Ship : ? 

A telescope is a device used to magnify and observe distant stars.
Similarly, a periscope is a device used on submarines and other vessels to view a ship on the water surface.

Hence, the first option is

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Question : Study the graph carefully and answer the question.

The decrease in imports in 1976 was what percent of the imports in 1975?

Option 1: 48.07%

Option 2: 49%

Option 3: 48%

Option 4: 50%

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Correct Answer: 48.07%


Solution : Imports in 1976 = 2700 (in thousand tonnes)
Imports in 1975 = 5200 (in thousand tonnes)
The decrease in imports in 1976 = 2500 (in thousand tonnes)
$\therefore$ The decrease percentage = $\frac{2500}{5200}\times{100}$ = 48.07%
Hence, the correct answer is 48.07%.

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