Staff Selection Commission Combined Higher Secondary Level Exam
Question : Which of the following classification bases of industry applies to the products - cotton, jute, wool, silk textile, rubber, tea, sugar, coffee, and edible oil?
Option 1: Key industries
Option 2: Consumer industries
Option 3: Agro-based industries
Option 4: Mineral-based industries
Correct Answer: Agro-based industries
Solution : The correct option is Agro-based industries.
Businesses that are directly or indirectly related to agriculture are generally referred to as "agro-based" industries. Products such as cotton, jute, tea, sugar, and edible oil are associated with agro-based industries.
Question : Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word. Hysterical
Option 1: Controlled
Option 2: Resolute
Option 3: Manful
Option 4: Shy
Correct Answer: Controlled
Solution : The correct choice is the first option.
Explanation: Hysterical typically describes a state of uncontrolled or excessive emotion, often associated with panic, fear, or laughter. Controlled is the opposite of hysterical, indicating a state of restraint, calmness, and self-discipline.
The meanings of the other options
Question : Directions: SXYU is related to TYZV in a certain way based on the English alphabetical order. In the same way, GLMI is related to HMNJ. To which of the following is QVWS related, following the same logic?
Option 1: RVUT
Option 2: RVXT
Option 3: RWXT
Option 4: RVWT
Correct Answer: RWXT
Solution : Given: SXYU is related to TYZV and GLMI is related to HMNJ.
Add 1 to the place value of each letter of SXYU, and GLMI, to obtain the related letter clusters – SXYU→S + 1 = T; X + 1 = Y; Y + 1
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. Climatic disasters are (1)_______ increasingly common due to the effects of climate change. These disasters include extreme weather events such as hurricanes, tornadoes, floods, and droughts. To mitigate the effects of these disasters, it is essential to invest in disaster preparedness and (2)______ The impact of climatic disasters is not limited to the loss of life and property damage. For example, hurricanes can disrupt the oil and gas industry, leading to higher fuel prices and (3)_______ Floods can damage crops and infrastructure, leading to food shortages and disruptions to transportation systems. Rising temperatures can lead to more frequent heat waves, while changes in precipitation patterns can lead to more (4)_______ droughts and floods. Climatic disasters disproportionately affect vulnerable populations. Collaboration among governments, communities, and businesses is crucial for effective disaster preparedness and response. This involves investing in early warning systems, improving infrastructure and emergency services, and planning for post-disaster recovery. By taking a (5)_______ approach to disaster management, we can reduce the impacts of climatic disasters and build more resilient communities. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank 2.
Option 1: regeneration
Option 2: response
Option 3: evaluation
Option 4: manifestation
Correct Answer: response
Solution : The second option is the correct choice.
The sentence discusses the need to mitigate the effects of climatic disasters, investing in disaster preparedness, and the specific types of actions required. Response is the most fitting term because it implies taking action to address and manage
Question : Directions: Based on the diagrams which letter is opposite to A?
Option 1: B
Option 2: C
Option 3: D
Option 4: E
Correct Answer: E
Solution : Taking dice positions 1 and 2 with B as the common face,
Moving clockwise from the common face with B –
So, the opposite pairs are –
Therefore, the opposite face of A is E. Hence, the fourth option is correct.
Question : Directions: Which one set of letters when sequentially placed at the gaps in the given letter series shall complete it? ab_aabb_ _ bb_
Option 1: abbb
Option 2: abab
Option 3: baba
Option 4: baaa
Correct Answer: baaa
Solution : Given: ab_aabb_ _bb_
To fill the series we have to divide the series→ab_a / abb_ / _bb_ Let's check each option – First option: abbb; abaa / abbb / bbbb (No repeated pattern has been found.) Second option: abab;
Question : Which of the following registers the highest density in the country as per census 2011?
Option 1: Delhi
Option 2: Chandigarh
Option 3: Puducherry
Option 4: West Bengal
Correct Answer: Delhi
Solution : The correct answer is Delhi.
According to 2011 census, India has a population density of 382 people per sq km. Among states Bihar has the highest population density and Arunachal Pradesh has the lowest population density. Among Union territories National Capital Territory has the highest
Question : In a triangle, $ABC, A P$, the bisector of $\angle A$, is perpendicular to $B C$ at point $P$. The measures of $BP$ and $PC$ are $x$ and $3y$, respectively. The measures of $AB$ and $AC$ are $4 x$ and $(5 y+21)$, what is the value of $(x+y)$?
Option 1: 21
Option 2: 15
Option 3: 12
Option 4: 18
Correct Answer: 12
Solution : In $\triangle APB$ and $\triangle APC$, $\angle APB = \angle APC=90°$ $\angle BAP = \angle CAP$ AP = AP (common side) $⇒\triangle APB$ ~ $\triangle APC$ $⇒\frac{PB}{PC} = \frac{AB}{AC}$ $⇒\frac{x}{3y} = \frac{4x}{5y+21}$ $⇒12y = 5y+21$ $⇒y = 3$ --------------(i) $AP$, the bisector of $\angle A$,
Question : Which of the following musical instruments are solid instruments?
Option 1: Tata Vadya
Option 2: Ghana Vadya
Option 3: Avanaddha Vadya
Option 4: Sushira Vadya
Correct Answer: Ghana Vadya
Solution : The correct answer is Ghana Vadya.
Ghana vaidyas, or idiophones, are solid instruments known for their rhythmic functions and do not require tuning before playing. These instruments, considered the earliest inventions by humans, were initially an extension of the human body, including items like
Question : Directions: A series is given below with one term missing. Choose the correct alternative from the given ones that will complete the series. ELP, HNS, KPV, ?
Option 1: NRY
Option 2: UXZ
Option 3: OXY
Option 4: SVW
Correct Answer: NRY
Solution : Given: ELP, HNS, KPV, ?
Add 3 to the positional value of the first and third letters and add 2 to the positional value of the second letter of the previous term to get the next term in the series. First letter of the series→E
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