Staff Selection Commission Combined Graduate Level Exam
Question : Directions: A piece of paper is folded and cut as shown below in the question figures. From the given answer figures, indicate how it will appear when opened.
Option 1:
Option 2:
Option 3:
Option 4:
Correct Answer:
Solution : When the given folded paper is unfolded, it will look like –
Hence, the first option is correct.
Question : Comprehension:
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
Nature has been suffering mutely for hundreds of years but the problem did not (1)______ serious proportions so long as the damage was (2)______ and not beyond self-repair. These limits were crossed with (3)______ technological breakthroughs accomplished during the recent years. The developed nations (4)______ benefitted most from these were the first to (5)______ the environmental diseases bred by advanced technology.
Question:
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank 3.
Option 1: paltry
Option 2: habitual
Option 3: commonplace
Option 4: spectacular
Correct Answer: spectacular
Solution : The correct choice is the fourth option.
The context of the sentence suggests that technological breakthroughs have led to a significant change or advancement. The word spectacular fits here, as it implies a remarkable or impressive level of technological progress that surpasses previous limits. This
Question : Directions: Select the correct combination of mathematical signs to sequentially replace the % signs and to balance the given equation. [{(32 % 28) % (6 % 4)} % (1 % 7)] % 5 % 20
Option 1: −, +, ×, ÷, ×, ×, =
Option 2: ×, ÷, ×, ×, −, +, =
Option 3: ×, −, +, ×, ÷, ×, =
Option 4: −, +, ×, ×, ×, ×, =
Correct Answer: −, +, ×, ÷, ×, ×, =
Solution : Given: [{(32 % 28) % (6 % 4)} % (1 % 7)] % 5 % 20
Replace % with the mathematical signs and solve the equations one by one using BODMAS. Let's check the given options – First option:
Question : Select the option that expresses the given sentence in passive voice. The farmers are harvesting the crops.
Option 1: The crops are harvested by farmers.
Option 2: The crops have been harvested by the farmers.
Option 3: The crops are been harvested by the farmers.
Option 4: The crops are being harvested by the farmers.
Correct Answer: The crops are being harvested by the farmers.
Passive voice is the voice in which the object experiences an action rather than the person who performs the action. Hence, the object in the active sentence becomes the subject
Question : Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
Option 1: Dominate
Option 2: Charishma
Option 3: Elegant
Option 4: Cavalier
Correct Answer: Charishma
Solution : The incorrectly spelt word is the second option.
The correct spelling is charisma. It means a compelling charm or attractiveness that can inspire devotion or enthusiasm in others.
The meanings of the other options are as follows:
Question : Directions: In a family of four persons there is only one child. B is A's wife and D's daughter. If C is A 's daughter, how is C related to D?
Option 1: Son's son
Option 2: Daughter's daughter
Option 3: Daughter
Option 4: Son
Correct Answer: Daughter's daughter
Solution : According to the given information, the family tree will be –
Here, the quadrilateral represents the male, and the circular figure represents the female in the figure.
So, from the above, C is D's daughter's daughter. Hence, the second option is correct.
Question : Human cloning is permitted in Britain for the purpose of
Option 1: Reproduction
Option 2: Research
Option 3: Therapeutics
Option 4: Genetics
Correct Answer: Therapeutics
Solution : The correct option is Therapeutics.
The UK has allowed research involving cloning human embryos for therapeutic purposes and scientific research under certain strict regulatory frameworks. This research is conducted under licenses issued by the Human Fertilisation and Embryology Authority (HFEA) and is subject to stringent
Question : Directions: In the following question, find the odd number from the given alternatives.
Option 1: 64 – 576
Option 2: 17 – 343
Option 3: 27 – 196
Option 4: 32 – 36
Correct Answer: 17 – 343
Solution : Let's check the options – First option: 64 – 576; 6 × 4 = 24 and 24 × 24 = 576 Second option: 17 – 343; 1 × 7 = 7 and 7 × 7 = 49. This is not equal to 343.
Question : Directions: Select the figure that will come next in the following figure series.
Solution : According to the question figure – 1. The triangle is rotated by 90° in a clockwise direction. 2. The rectangle symbol inside the triangle is rotated by 90° in a clockwise direction and shaded unshaded alternatively.
So, following the above pattern, the required figure will be
Question : Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word.
An autoimmune disease is a condition in which your immune system mistakenly attacks your body.
Option 1: Susceptible
Option 2: Fragile
Option 3: Sick
Option 4: Sedentary
Correct Answer: Susceptible
Solution : The first option is correct.
Explanation: In the context of an autoimmune disease where the immune system attacks the body, the antonym should convey the idea of not being vulnerable or susceptible. Susceptible means likely or liable to be influenced or harmed by a particular
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