Staff Selection Commission Combined Graduate Level Exam
Question : The expression $\frac{\cos ^4 \theta-\sin ^4 \theta+2 \sin ^2 \theta+3}{(\operatorname{cosec} \theta+\cot \theta+1)(\operatorname{cosec} \theta-\cot \theta+1)-2}, 0^{\circ}<\theta<90^{\circ}$, is equal to:
Option 1: $\frac{1}{2} \sin \theta$
Option 2: $2 \sin \theta$
Option 3: $\sec \theta$
Option 4: $2\operatorname{cosec} \theta$
Correct Answer: $2 \sin \theta$
Solution : $\frac{\cos ^4 \theta-\sin ^4 \theta+2 \sin ^2 \theta+3}{(\operatorname{cosec} \theta+\cot \theta+1)(\operatorname{cosec} \theta-\cot \theta+1)-2}, 0^{\circ}<\theta<90^{\circ}$ $=\frac{(cos^2\theta)^2-(\sin^2\theta)^2+2 \sin ^2 \theta+3}{(\operatorname{cosec} \theta+1+\cot \theta)(\operatorname{cosec} \theta+1-\cot \theta)-2}$ $=\frac{(cos^2+\sin^2\theta)(cos^2-\sin^2\theta)+2 \sin ^2 \theta+3}{[(\operatorname{cosec} \theta+1)^2-\cot^2 \theta]-2}$ $=\frac{cos^2+\sin^2\theta +3}{[\operatorname{cosec^2} \theta+1+2\operatorname{cosec \theta}-\cot^2 \theta]-2}$ $=\frac{4}{2+2\operatorname{cosec} \theta-2}$ $=\frac{4}{2\operatorname{cosec} \theta}$ $=2 \sin \theta$ Hence, the correct answer
Question : Directions: In the following question, select the odd letter pair from the given alternatives.
Option 1: CD
Option 2: PR
Option 3: ST
Option 4: WX
Correct Answer: PR
Solution : Let's check the options – First option: CD; C + 1 = D Second option: PR; P + 2 = R Third option: ST; S + 1 = T Fourth option: WX; W + 1 = X
So, the second option is different from the
Question : The table given below shows the number of salesmen in five companies.
The number of salesmen in J is what percentage of the number of salesmen in K?
Option 1: 250%
Option 2: 150%
Option 3: 125%
Option 4: 225%
Correct Answer: 225%
Solution : Number of salesmen in J = 45 Number of salesmen in K = 20 Percent = $\frac{45}{20}\times 100 = 225$% Hence, the correct answer is 225%.
Question : (91 + 92 + 93 + ... + 110) is equal to:
Option 1: 4020
Option 2: 2010
Option 3: 6030
Option 4: 8040
Correct Answer: 2010
Solution : First term, $a$ = 91 Last term, $l$ = 110 Number of terms, $n$ = 20 The sum of n terms of series = $\frac{n}{2}(a+l)$ The sum of 20 terms of series = $\frac{20}{2}(91+110)=10(91+110)=2010$ Hence, the correct answer is 2010.
Question : A batsman scores 87 runs in the 21st match of his career. His average runs per match increases by 2. What was his average before the 21st match?
Option 1: 45
Option 2: 46
Option 3: 44
Option 4: 43
Correct Answer: 45
Solution : Let his average before the 21st match be $x$. New average after 21st match = $(x + 2)$ Total runs before the 21st match = $20x$ Runs scored in the 21st match = 87 ⇒ $x + 2$ = $\frac{87 +
Question : Direction: In the given question, select the related letter from the given alternatives.
AG : IO :: EK : ?
Option 1: LR
Option 2: MS
Option 3: PV
Option 4: SY
Correct Answer: MS
Solution : Given:
A + 8 = I ; G + 8 = O;
Similarly, E + 8 = L ; K + 8 = R
Therefore, LR is the related word.
Hence, the first option is correct.
Question : If the LCM and the HCF of two numbers are 12 and 2 respectively, then find the mean proportional of these numbers.
Option 1: $2 \sqrt{6}$
Option 2: $\sqrt{14}$
Option 3: $2$
Option 4: $\sqrt{6}$
Correct Answer: $2 \sqrt{6}$
Solution : We know that LCM × HCF = Product of two numbers Now Mean proportion = $\sqrt{\text{Product of two numbers}}$ Given: LCM = 12 HCF = 2 $\therefore$ Product of two numbers $= 12 \times 2 = 24$ Mean proportion $=\sqrt{24} = \sqrt{4\times 6}=2\sqrt{6}$ Hence
Question : Direction: In the following question, select the one which is different from the other three alternatives.
Option 1: 13 - 21
Option 2: 19 - 27
Option 3: 15 - 23
Option 4: 16 - 24
Correct Answer: 16 - 24
Solution : Let's check the options —
First option: 13 - 21; Both 13 and 21 are odd numbers.
Second option: 19 - 27; Both 19 and 27 are odd numbers.
Third option: 15 - 23; Both 15 and 23 are odd numbers.
Fourth option:
Question : Who Discovered cement?
Option 1: Agasslt
Option 2: Albertus Magnus
Option 3: Joseph Aspdin
Option 4: Janseen
Correct Answer: Joseph Aspdin
Solution : The correct answer Joseph Aspdin
Joseph Aspdin was born in England in 1779. He is credited for the invention of cement and got the patent for portland cement. He was an English businessman, inventor and stonemason. While experimenting he found that when clay and
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. Exploring new places is an exciting way to (1) ____ your horizons and experience different cultures. Whether you prefer to travel by different modes of transportation like boat or aeroplane, there are many ways to get around and see the world. One of the benefits of exploring new places is the (2) _____ to try new foods and cuisines. You can also visit famous landmarks, attend cultural events, and meet people from all walks of life. When travelling, it's important to (3) _____ calm and flexible. Unexpected delays and changes can happen, so it's helpful to have a backup plan and be willing to adapt. Another important (4) _____ of travel is sustainability. By being mindful of your impact on the environment and local communities, you can travel in a responsible and sustainable way. With so many (5) _____, the world is yours to explore. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank number 1.
Option 1: constrict
Option 2: broaden
Option 3: localise
Option 4: contract
Correct Answer: broaden
Solution : The correct choice is the second option.
Explanation:
Constrict means to make narrower or tighten, which is the opposite of what is intended.
Localise means to confine to a particular place, which is not the intended meaning.
Contract means to make smaller or shrink, which
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