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Staff Selection Commission Combined Higher Secondary Level Exam

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Question : Little Andaman in the south is separated from the Nicobar Islands by the_____________.

Option 1: 8 Degree Channel

Option 2: 10 Degree Channel

Option 3: 7 Degree Channel

Option 4: 9 Degree Channel

Team Careers360 22nd Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: 10 Degree Channel


Solution : The correct option is 10 Degree Channel.

The 10 Degree Channel is the water body that separates the Andaman Islands from the Nicobar Islands. It is a narrow channel of the Indian Ocean, and it is located approximately along the 10°N latitude.

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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 4.

Option 1: fast

Option 2: rare

Option 3: frequent

Option 4: speedy

Team Careers360 23rd Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: frequent


Solution : The third option is the correct choice.

The context of the sentence discusses the consequences of rising temperatures, indicating an increase in the occurrence of droughts and floods. The term "frequent" appropriately conveys the idea of these events happening more often.

The meanings

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Question : Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.

The flames caught so quick that I had no time to think.

Option 1: quickly

Option 2: quickest

Option 3: as quick as

Option 4: quicker

Team Careers360 22nd Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: quickly


Solution : The correct choice is the second option.

The person is expressing extreme action, so here "so" has to be used with an adverb. An adverb is used to define verbs, adjectives and other adverbs or describe an action or verb. Quickly is the adverb

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Question : Directions: Arrange the following words as per their order in a dictionary.
1. Extortioner
2. Extemporize
3. Extinction
4. Extermination
5. Extinguisher

Option 1: 2, 4, 5, 3, 1

Option 2: 4, 5, 2, 1, 3

Option 3: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5

Option 4: 2, 4, 3, 5, 1

Team Careers360 15th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: 2, 4, 3, 5, 1


Solution : Given:
1. Extortioner 2. Extemporize 3. Extinction 4. Extermination 5. Extinguisher

Step 1: Compare the first letter of each word. Since all the words start with the same letter E, then move on to the next letter.
Step 2: The

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Question : If $a:b=5:7$, then $\left(6a^2-2b^2\right):\left(b^2-a^2\right)$ will be:

Option 1: 12 : 5

Option 2: 21 : 5

Option 3: 13 : 6

Option 4: 17 : 8

Team Careers360 18th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: 13 : 6


Solution : $a: b=5: 7$
Assume $a$ as 5 and $b$ as 7.
$(6a^2-2b^2):(b^2-a^2)$
$= (6×5^2-2×7^2):(7^2-5^2)$
$= (6×25-2×49):(49-25)$
$= (150-98):(49-25)$
$= 52:24$
$= 13:6$
Hence, the correct answer is 13 : 6.

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Question : The Indian National Grid Computing Initiative for Scientific Engineering and Academic Community is named:

Option 1: Ganga

Option 2: SAGA

Option 3: Garuda

Option 4: PARAM

Team Careers360 12th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: Garuda


Solution : The correct option is Garuda.

Garuda is India's National Grid Computing Initiative, aimed at connecting various academic and research institutions across the country. It facilitates resource sharing and collaborative research in scientific and engineering domains. The initiative promotes high-performance computing, grid computing, and cloud computing

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Question : If the marked price of a camera is INR 28,500 and a discount of 12% is given on it, then what is the selling price (in INR) of the camera?

Option 1: 25,270

Option 2: 25,080

Option 3: 26,000

Option 4: 22,753

Team Careers360 20th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: 25,080


Solution : The marked price of a camera = INR 28,500
Discount = 12%
Selling price $=\frac{100-12}{100}×28500=\frac{88}{100}×28500=25080$
Hence, the correct answer is 25,080.

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Question : Directions: In the following question, a series is given with one term missing. Choose the correct alternative from the given ones that will complete the series.
BY, GT, LO, ?, VE

Option 1: PJ

Option 2: QJ

Option 3: QK

Option 4: QP

Team Careers360 21st Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: QJ


Solution : Given:
BY, GT, LO, ?, VE

In the given series, add and subtract 5 from the place value of the first and second letters of the previous term to get the next term.
BY→B + 5 = G; Y – 5 = T
GT→G +

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Question : Rearrange the parts of the sentence in the correct order.
P. my belief that UHC should be seen as the linchpin of the health development agenda
Q. rather than being seen as one target among many, it is
R. not only underpinning a more sustainable approach to the achievement of
S. the other health targets, but allowing for a balance between them

Option 1: QPRS

Option 2: PQRS

Option 3: PRSQ

Option 4: SPQR

Team Careers360 16th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: QPRS


Solution : The correct answer is the first option.

Explanation:

Part Q: This introductory phrase sets the context for a contrast or alternative perspective.

Part P: This part introduces the speaker's belief regarding Universal Health Coverage (UHC) as a crucial aspect of the health development agenda.

Part

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Question : A sum amounts to Rs. 6,120 in 2 years and Rs. 7,340 in 3 years at Compound Interest. The sum (in Rs.) is (rounded off to 2 decimal places):

Option 1: 4,050.13

Option 2: 4,254.63

Option 3: 4,850.32

Option 4: 4,560.23

Team Careers360 20th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: 4,254.63


Solution : Given: A sum amounts to Rs. 6,120 in 2 years and Rs. 7,340 in 3 years at Compound Interest.
We know the formula,
$A = P \left(1 + \frac{r}{100}\right)^t$
Where $A$ is the final amount after $t$ years, $P$ is the principal amount and $r$

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