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Staff Selection Commission Combined Higher Secondary Level Exam

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Question : Comprehension:

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each number.

Today, I want to talk to you about a very simple matter, that is, simple conversations. When we learn to speak, (1) ___ come words, then phrases, and then scripts. You would agree that the larger the bundles of words we (2) ___, the less we have to worry about combining them into sensible (3) ____. Also, the less we have to fret over syntax or (4) ___. Do you think you choose the words? Do you pre-rehearse every time you go out? (5) ____ what happens when you walk into a fast-food restaurant. My dear, how do you react in those real-life situations?

Question:

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank no. 5.

Option 1: Supplicate

Option 2: Dramatise

Option 3: Formerly display

Option 4: Consider

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Correct Answer: Consider


Solution : The correct choice is the fourth option.

Consider means to think about something, typically before making a decision or forming an opinion. It involves examining or reflecting on various aspects of a situation.

The meanings of the other options are as follows:

  • Supplicate means to earnestly and humbly ask for something, typically in the form of a request.
  • Dramatise refers to the act of turning something, such as a story, event, or situation, into a dramatic form.
  • Formerly display seems like an incomplete or unclear phrase. "Formerly" generally means in the past or previously, while "display" refers to exhibiting or showing something. Together, they do not form a typical phrase with a specific meaning.

Therefore, the correct sentence is: Consider what happens when you walk into a fast-food restaurant.

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Question : Gurunaidu Sanapathi, who became India's first weightlifter to win a gold medal at the IWF in 2022, is from which state?

Option 1: Kerala

Option 2: Tamil Nadu

Option 3: Andhra Pradesh

Option 4: Odisha

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Correct Answer: Andhra Pradesh


Solution : The correct answer is Andhra Pradesh.

Gurunaidu Sanapathi has become India's first weightlifter to win a gold at the IWF Youth World Championship in Leon, Mexico. The 16-year-old claimed the medal with a total effort of 230 kg (104 kg + 126 kg) in the boy's 55 kg.

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

A person who has features of extrovert and introvert

Option 1: Stoic

Option 2: Ambivert

Option 3: Ambiguous

Option 4: Dual

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Correct Answer: Ambivert


Solution : The correct choice is the second option.

Ambivert: It denotes a person who has a balance of extrovert and introvert features in their personality.

The meanings of the other options are:

  • Stoic: It denotes suffering pain or difficulty without complaining.
  • Ambiguous: It means having more than one possible meaning.
  • Dual: It denotes consisting of two parts.

Therefore, the correct word will be ambivert.

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Question : If a 10-digit number $620x976y52$ is divisible by 88, then the least value of $(x^2+y^2)$ will be:

Option 1: 8

Option 2: 7

Option 3: 11

Option 4: 10

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Correct Answer: 10


Solution : Given number = $620x976y52$
Co-prime factors of $88 = 8 × 11$
For the smallest possible value of $y$,
$y52$ will be divisible by 8
So, $y$ will be 1 for 152, which is divisible by 8.
As $y = 1$, the possible value of x for which $620x976152$ is divisible by 11.
Sum of even places in number $= 2 + x + 7 + 1 + 2 = 12 + x$
Sum of odd places in number $= 6 + 0 + 9 + 6 + 5 = 26$
For divisibility rule 11: The difference between the sum of digits at odd places and the sum of digits at even places is equal to zero or a multiple of 11.
AT $x=3$, difference = 26 – 15 = 11
$\therefore$ Value of $x^2 + y^2=(3)^2 + 1^2=9 + 1=10$
Hence, the correct answer is 10.

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Question : International Tiger Day is observed on ______.

Option 1: July 5th

Option 2: July 30th

Option 3: July 29th

Option 4: July 4th

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Correct Answer: July 29th


Solution : The correct option is July 29th.

International Tiger Day is observed on July 29th every year. This day is dedicated to raising awareness about tiger conservation and the need to protect the habitats of these magnificent creatures. Various organisations and initiatives use this day to highlight their efforts to conserve tigers and their habitats. This includes projects related to anti-poaching measures, habitat preservation, and community involvement.

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Question : If $\operatorname{cosec} A+\cot A=7$, then $\operatorname{cosec} A$ is equal to:

Option 1: $\frac{11}{7}$

Option 2: $\frac{16}{7}$

Option 3: $\frac{25}{7}$

Option 4: $\frac{19}{7}$

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Correct Answer: $\frac{25}{7}$


Solution : We know if $\operatorname{cosec}x + \cot x = a$, then $\operatorname{cosec} x - \cot x = \frac{1}{a}$
Given, $\operatorname{cosec} A+\cot A=7$ ........(1)
⇒ $\operatorname{cosec} A-\cot A=\frac17$ .........(2)
Solving these equations to get the value of $\operatorname{cosec} A$
(1) + (2), we get,
⇒ $\operatorname{cosec} A+\cot A+\operatorname{cosec} A-\cot A=7+\frac{1}{7}$
⇒ $2\operatorname{cosec} A = \frac{49+1}{7}$
⇒ $2\operatorname{cosec} A = \frac{50}{7}$
$\therefore \operatorname{cosec} A = \frac{25}{7}$
Hence, the correct answer is $\frac{25}{7}$.

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Question : Directions: In the following question, select the odd word pair from the given alternatives.

Option 1: Scalpel - Surgeon

Option 2: Axe - Woodcutter

Option 3: Sword - Warrior

Option 4: Sculptor-Chisel

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Correct Answer: Sculptor-Chisel


Solution : Let's check each option –
First option: Scalpel - Surgeon; The scalpel is an essential tool used by surgeons.
Second option: Axe - Woodcutter; An axe is a tool used by woodcutter.
Third option: Sword - Warrior; A sword is used by a warrior.
Fourth option: Sculptor - Chisel; a sculptor is a person who carves figures or forms of clay, stone, metal, wood, etc. 

So, the fourth option does not follow the pattern as followed by the other given pairs.
Hence, the fourth option is correct.

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Question : Directions: If A stands for ÷, B stands for ×, C stands for +, and D stands for – what will come in place of the question mark (?) in the following equation?
13 B 145 A 29 C 69 D 17 = ?

Option 1: 119

Option 2: 121

Option 3: 115

Option 4: 117

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Correct Answer: 117


Solution : Given:
A stands for ÷, B stands for ×, C stands for +, D stands for – 
13 B 145 A 29 C 69 D 17 = ?

Changing the sign as per the instruction and solving the equation, we will get –
= 13 × 145 ÷ 29 + 69 – 17
= 13 × 5 + 69 – 17
= 65 + 69 – 17
= 117

So, 117 is the required answer. Hence, the fourth option is correct.

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Question : Aditya can complete a grill painting job in 20 hours, while Vinay can complete the same work in 15 hours. If Aditya and Vinay both work together, then in how many hours will the painting work be completed?

Option 1: $10 \frac{2}{3}$ hours

Option 2: $10$ hours

Option 3: $12$ hours

Option 4: $8 \frac{4}{7}$ hours

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Correct Answer: $8 \frac{4}{7}$ hours


Solution : Given: Aditya can complete a grill painting job in 20 hours.
Vinay can complete the same work in 15 hours.
Let the total work be LCM of (20, 15) = 60 units
⇒ Efficiency of Aditya = $\frac{60}{20} = 3$ units/hour
⇒ Efficiency of Vinay = $\frac{60}{15} = 4$ units/hour
⇒ Efficiency of Aditya + Vinay = 3 + 4 = 7 units/ hour
If they work together, time taken = $\frac{60}{7} = 8\frac{4}{7}$
Hence, the correct answer is $8 \frac{4}{7}$ hours.

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Question : Which of the following is an extinct species?

Option 1: Hornbill

Option 2: Andaman wild pig

Option 3: Pink head duck

Option 4: Andaman teal

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Correct Answer: Pink head duck


Solution : The correct option is Pink head duck.

The extinct species among the options you provided is the Pink-headed duck. The Pink-headed duck is a species of waterfowl that is believed to be extinct, with the last confirmed sightings dating back to the 1940s. The other species, Hornbill, Andaman wild pig and Andaman teal, are not extinct.

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