Staff Selection Commission Combined Graduate Level Exam
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
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.
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
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
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
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:
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: $\frac{23}{2}$
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 $\frac{23}{2}$.
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:
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
Question : Padma Shri awardee Gulabo Sapera is a _________ dancer of Rajasthan.
Option 1: Bhavai
Option 2: Terah Taali
Option 3: Kalbelia
Option 4: Ghoomar
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
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
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
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 .
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-
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
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,
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
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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