Staff Selection Commission Combined Higher Secondary Level Exam
Question : If $\cos \theta+\sec \theta=\sqrt{3}$, then the value of $\cos ^3 \theta+\sec ^3 \theta$ is:
Option 1: $0$
Option 2: $\frac{1}{\sqrt{3}}$
Option 3: $\sqrt{3}$
Option 4: $2 \sqrt{3}$
Correct Answer: $0$
Solution : Given, $\cos \theta+\sec \theta=\sqrt{3}$ Cubing both sides, we get, $⇒\cos^3\theta + \sec^3\theta+3\cdot\cos\theta\cdot\sec\theta(\cos \theta+\sec \theta)=3\sqrt3$ ⇒ $\cos^3\theta+\sec^3\theta+3\times 1(\sqrt3)=3\sqrt3$ [$\because \cos\theta=\frac{1}{\sec\theta}$] ⇒ $\cos^3\theta+\sec^3\theta+3\sqrt3=3\sqrt3$ ⇒ $\cos^3\theta+\sec^3\theta=0$ Hence, the correct answer is $0$.
Question : The idea of a concurrent list in the Indian Constitution was taken from_______.
Option 1: Germany
Option 2: Australia
Option 3: Denmark
Option 4: Ireland
Correct Answer: Australia
Solution : The correct option is Australia.
The concurrent list system is a legislative feature found in some federal systems of government, including India. There are typically three lists: the Union List, the State List, and the Concurrent List.
Question : Directions: Select the correct mirror image of the given figure when the mirror is placed at MN as shown below.
Option 1:
Option 2:
Option 3:
Option 4:
Correct Answer:
Solution : As per the mirror image properties, closer things appear closer to the mirror in the reflection. Here, according to the information provided, the mirror is placed on the right side of the figure (on line MN). So, the left side of the reflected image will appear
Question : If $\sin \theta \cos \theta=\frac{1}{\sqrt{3}}$ then the value of $\left(\sin ^4 \theta+\cos ^4 \theta\right)$ is:
Option 1: $1$
Option 2: $\frac{5}{3}$
Option 3: $\frac{2}{3}$
Option 4: $\frac{1}{3}$
Correct Answer: $\frac{1}{3}$
Solution : Given: $\sin \theta \cos \theta=\frac{1}{\sqrt{3}}$ We know that $\sin^2 \theta + \cos^2 \theta = 1$ Squaring both sides, $⇒\sin^4 \theta + \cos^4 \theta + 2\sin^2\theta\cos^2\theta= 1$ $⇒\sin^4 \theta + \cos^4 \theta + 2(\sin\theta\cos\theta)^2 = 1$ $⇒\sin^4 \theta + \cos^4 \theta + 2\times (\frac{1}{\sqrt{3}})^2 = 1$
Question : Directions: If it was Tuesday, the 21st of February 2017, then what would be the day of the week on the 5th of February 2025? (2020 and 2024 are leap years.)
Option 1: Thursday
Option 2: Tuesday
Option 3: Monday
Option 4: Wednesday
Correct Answer: Wednesday
Solution : Given: The 21st of February 2017 is Tuesday.
First, find the total number of days – 2017→7 + 31 + 30 + 31 + 30 + 31 + 31 + 30 + 31 + 30 + 31 = 313
Question : Who among the following women tennis players has won the Grand Slam titles for the maximum number of times?
Option 1: Venus Williams
Option 2: Steffi Graf
Option 3: Margaret Court
Option 4: Serena Williams
Correct Answer: Margaret Court
Solution : The correct option is Margaret Court.
Margaret Court has won the Grand Slam titles to the maximum number of times. She enjoyed remarkable success throughout her career, securing numerous titles, including a record-breaking 24 Grand Slam singles titles. Margaret Court, a retired Australian
Question : Directions: In the following question, which set of letters, when sequentially placed in the gaps in the given letter series, will complete it? c_e_cd_f_d_f
Option 1: dfcec
Option 2: dfece
Option 3: cfede
Option 4: cdfed
Correct Answer: dfece
Solution : Given: c_e_cd_f_d_f
Divide the series into letter clusters – c_ e_ / cd _f /_d _f Let's check each option – First option: dfcec; cdef / cdcf / edcf (No repeated pattern found.) Second option:dfece;
Question : Which of the following diseases is not caused by a mosquito bite?
Option 1: Elephantiasis
Option 2: Dengue
Option 3: Malaria
Option 4: Hepatitis
Correct Answer: Hepatitis
Solution : The correct option is Hepatitis.
A mosquito bite does not typically cause hepatitis. Hepatitis refers to inflammation of the liver, and it can have various causes, including viral infections (such as hepatitis A, B, C, D, and E), alcohol abuse, toxins, and autoimmune conditions. The
Question : Choose the incorrectly spelt word.
Option 1: Stone
Option 2: Minyed
Option 3: punch
Option 4: crunch
Correct Answer: Minyed
Solution : The correct choice is the first option.
The incorrectly spelled word is "Minyed," which is a misspelling. The correct spelling is "mined," which refers to the extraction of minerals or resources from the earth.
The correct spellings and meanings of the remaining options are as
Question : Sonal Mansingh is associated with which dance form?
Option 1: Kuchipudi and Sattriya
Option 2: Bharatnatyam and Odissi
Option 3: Manipuri and kathak
Option 4: Manipuri and Kuchipudi
Correct Answer: Bharatnatyam and Odissi
Solution : The correct option is Bharatnatyam and Odissi.
Sonal Mansingh is associated with Bharatanatyam and Odissi, two classical Indian dance forms. Renowned as a highly accomplished dancer and choreographer, she has made significant contributions to the promotion and preservation of these rich cultural
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