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Question : What is the ratio of the simple interest earned on a certain amount at the rate of 21% per annum for 8 years to that earned on the same sum at the same rate for 21 years?

Option 1: 8 : 21

Option 2: 21 : 5

Option 3: 5 : 21

Option 4: 21 : 8

Team Careers360 23rd Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: 8 : 21


Solution : Simple interest is directly proportional to the time given that the principal amount and rate of interest are the same.
So, required ratio = 8 : 21
Hence, the correct answer is 8 : 21.

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Question : A number when divided by 7 leaves a remainder of 4. If the square of the same number is divided by 7, then what is the remainder?

Option 1: 3

Option 2: 1

Option 3: 4

Option 4: 2

Team Careers360 24th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: 2


Solution : Given, a number when divided by 7 leaves a remainder of 4.
Let the number be 7x + 4
Square of number = (7x + 4)2 = 49x2 + 56x + 16
Since, 49x2 + 56x is divisible by 7
Remainder when

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Question : Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given phrase.

Forsaken or neglected child who has no home and spends most of his/her time on the streets.

Option 1: Fugitive

Option 2: Vulnerable

Option 3: Miscreant

Option 4: Waif

Team Careers360 22nd Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: Waif


Solution : The fourth option is the correct choice.

The noun waif means a homeless or abandoned person, especially a child.

The meanings of the other options are as follows:

  • Fugitive: A person who is fleeing or evading the law, typically to avoid arrest or punishment.
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Question : If $\frac{5}{2}-\left (\frac{6}{5}\right )\left (x-\frac{15}{2} \right)=\frac{-x}{5}$, then what is the value of $x$?

Option 1: $-\frac{23}{2}$

Option 2: $\frac{13}{2}$

Option 3: $-\frac{13}{2}$

Option 4: $\frac{23}{2}$

Team Careers360 14th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: $\frac{23}{2}$


Solution : Given equation:
$\frac{5}{2}-\left (\frac{6}{5} \right )\left (x-\frac{15}{2}\right) =\frac{-x}{5}$
⇒ $\frac{5}{2}-\frac{6x}{5}+9=\frac{-x}{5}$
⇒ $\frac{5}{2} + 9=\frac{-x}{5} +\frac{6x}{5}$
⇒ $\frac{23}{2}=\frac{5x}{5}$
⇒ $x = \frac{23}{2}$
Hence, the correct answer is $\frac{23}{2}$.

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Question : Directions: Select the figure from among the given options that can replace the question mark (?) in the following series.

Option 1:

Option 2:

Option 3:

Option 4:

Team Careers360 20th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer:


Solution :  According to the given figures –
1. The smaller arrow is changing its position alternatively by 90° and 45° in the anti-clockwise direction.
2. The big arrow is also changing its position 135° in the clockwise direction.
So, following the above pattern, the required figure will

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Question : Padma Shri awardee Gulabo Sapera is a _________ dancer of Rajasthan.

Option 1: Bhavai

Option 2: Terah Taali

Option 3: Kalbelia

Option 4: Ghoomar

Team Careers360 19th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: Kalbelia


Solution : The correct option is Kalbelia.

Padma Shri awardee Gulabo Sapera is a renowned Kalbelia dancer from Rajasthan. Kalbelia dance is a traditional form originating from the Kalbelia community in Rajasthan. This art form is characterised by its vibrant, snake-like movements and is an integral

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Question : Select the option that will improve the underlined part of the given sentence. In case no improvement is needed, select 'No improvement required'.
Unless you carry a Covid-19 negative report, you can travel by air.

Option 1: Only

Option 2: Provided

Option 3: No improvement required

Option 4: Until

Team Careers360 23rd Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: Provided


Solution : The second option is the correct answer.

The word unless introduces a condition, but it is often used in negative constructions. 

The word provided is commonly employed to indicate a condition that must be fulfilled for a certain result. It makes the sentence more concise

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Question : Which of the following folk /tribal dance is associated with Uttar Pradesh ?

Option 1: Veedhi .

Option 2: Thora.

Option 3: Tamasha.

Option 4: Rauf .

Team Careers360 21st Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: Thora.


Solution : The correct answer is Thora.

Folk dances are the cultural and recreational expression of the culture of a region. Thora, Nautanki, Dadra and Kajri etc. are the folk dances of Uttar Pradesh. Folk dances of some other states are- 

  • Maharashtra- Lavani, Tamasha etc. 
  • Jammu and
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Question : Directions: Arrange the following words as per order in the dictionary.
1. Assign 2. Associate 3. Assist 4. Assistant 5. Assignment

Option 1: 1, 5, 3, 4, 2

Option 2: 1, 3, 5, 4, 2

Option 3: 1, 3, 5, 2, 4

Option 4: 1, 5, 2, 4, 3

Team Careers360 25th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: 1, 5, 3, 4, 2


Solution : Given:
1. Assign 2. Associate 3. Assist 4. Assistant 5. Assignment

Step 1: Compare the first, second, and third letters of each word. Since the first, second, and third letters of the words are the same A, s, and s,

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Question : Rohan scored twice as many marks in English as he did in Science. His total marks in English, Science, and Mathematics are 126. If the ratio of his marks in English and Mathematics is 2 : 3, his marks in English are:

Option 1: 63

Option 2: 20

Option 3: 21

Option 4: 42

Team Careers360 13th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: 42


Solution : Let us denote marks of Rohan in English, Science, and Mathematics be E, S, and M, respectively.
Given, $\text{E=2S}$
And, $\text{E + S + M} = 126$
The ratio of his marks in English and Mathematics is 2 : 3.
From $\text{E + S +

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