Staff Selection Commission Combined Higher Secondary Level Exam
Question : Which of the following crops is classified as fine grain?
Option 1: Bajra
Option 2: Ragi
Option 3: Maize
Option 4: Wheat
Correct Answer: Wheat
Solution : The correct answer is Wheat.
Coarse crops are less refined when compared to fine crops like wheat, rice, and maize. The coarse crops are Jowar, Bajra, and Ragi, and they have a lot of nutritional value.
Question : Simplify the given expression. $\frac{(80 \times 80 \times 80)+(70 \times 70 \times 70)+(50 \times 50 \times 50)-840000}{6400+4900+2500-5600-3500-4000}$
Option 1: 100
Option 2: 200
Option 3: 400
Option 4: 300
Correct Answer: 200
Solution : $\frac{(80 \times 80 \times 80)+(70 \times 70 \times 70)+(50 \times 50 \times 50)-840000}{6400+4900+2500-5600-3500-4000}$ $=\frac{(512000)+(343000)+(125000)-840000}{13800-13100}$ $=\frac{140000}{700}$ $=200$ Hence, the correct answer is 200.
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. 16, 61, 25, 52, 36, 63, 49, ?
Option 1: 94
Option 2: 36
Option 3: 46
Option 4: 72
Correct Answer: 94
Solution : Given: 16, 61, 25, 52, 36, 63, 49, ?
The numbers at odd places are the squares of consecutive numbers (starting from 4) and the even–placed numbers are the reverse of the previous numbers. (4)2 = 16; 16→61; (5)2 = 25; 25→52; (6)
Question : In which layer of the atmosphere do the meteorites burn up on entering from space?
Option 1: Stratosphere
Option 2: Thermosphere
Option 3: Mesosphere
Option 4: Exosphere
Correct Answer: Mesosphere
Solution : The correct option is the Mesosphere.
Meteorites burn up in the mesosphere, the third layer of Earth's atmosphere. As they enter space, friction with air molecules at high speeds causes intense heating, leading to their combustion. This layer acts as a shield, protecting the
Question : The book 'Rajatarangini' is about the history of which state written in the 12th century CE.
Option 1: Bengal
Option 2: Kashmir
Option 3: Sindh
Option 4: Assam
Correct Answer: Kashmir
Solution : The correct answer is Kashmir.
The Rajatarangini is an eight-book or section-length epic poem (Mahakavya) written in Sanskrit that contains almost 8000 verses. It was written in Kashmir, India, between 1148 and 1150.
Kalhana, the poet, belonged to the Brahman class, which was the
Question : An example of a hormone is
Option 1: Cytosine
Option 2: Renin
Option 3: Oxytocin
Option 4: Peprin
Correct Answer: Oxytocin
Solution : The correct answer is Oxytocin.
A hormone is oxytocin. It is a peptide hormone produced by the hypothalamus, and secreted by the pituitary gland. Oxytocin is involved in several physiological, and behavioural processes, such as reproduction, delivery, bonding, and stress management.
Question : A manufacturer marked an item at INR 75 and sold it allowing a 14% discount. If his profit was 29%, then the cost price (in INR) of the item was:
Option 1: 64
Option 2: 57
Option 3: 45
Option 4: 50
Correct Answer: 50
Solution : Let's denote the cost price of the item as $C$. The item was marked at INR 75, and a 14% discount was given. ⇒ The selling price (SP) is 86% of the marked price. ⇒ $SP=0.86×\text{Marked Price}$ ⇒ $SP=0.86×75$ Now, the profit percentage (P) is
Question : Transpiration increases in:
Option 1: hot, dry, and windy condition
Option 2: hot, damp, and windy condition
Option 3: cool, damp, and windy condition
Option 4: cool, dry, and still condition
Correct Answer: hot, dry, and windy condition
Solution : The correct answer is hot, dry, and windy conditions.
Transpiration is the rate of loss of water by the aerial parts, such as leaves, flowers, and stems. About 97% to 98% of the water taken up by the roots of
Question : Directions: A paper is folded and cut as shown below. How will it appear when unfolded?
Option 1:
Option 2:
Option 3:
Option 4:
Correct Answer:
Solution : When the given folded paper is unfolded, it will look like –
Hence, the fourth option is correct.
Question : Kamsale is the folk dance of which of the following Indian states?
Option 1: Jharkhand
Option 2: Karnataka
Option 3: Kerala
Option 4: Bihar
Correct Answer: Karnataka
Solution : The correct answer is Karnataka.
The Kamsale dance is a popular folk dance form in the Mysuru region of Karnataka. Known for its religious significance, the dance is dedicated to praising Lord Mahadeshwara Shiva, and the performers express their lifelong devotion to the deity.
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