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Staff Selection Commission Combined Higher Secondary Level Exam

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Question : A seed can germinate in the absence of:

Option 1: adequate light

Option 2: supply of oxygen

Option 3: suitable moisture

Option 4: suitable temperature

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Correct Answer: adequate light


Solution : The correct answer is adequate sunlight.

Germination is the process of growth of a plant from the seed. Presence of moisture, adequate temperature and oxygen are necessary for the germination of seed. Presence of sunlight is not an essential condition for the germination of

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Question : Which state in India has the longest coastline?

Option 1: Kerala

Option 2: Tamil Nadu

Option 3: Maharashtra

Option 4: Gujarat

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Correct Answer: Gujarat


Solution : The correct answer is Gujarat.

Amongst the nine coastal states such as Gujarat, Maharashtra, Goa, Karnataka, Kerala, Tamil Nadu, Andhra Pradesh, Odisha, and West Bengal in India, Gujarat has the country's longest mainland coastline of about 1214.7 kilometres. It covers around 23% of the entire

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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.
Our school organised a graduation day to award certificates to the students. The graduation day highlights the overall achievements of students. All the students who are being graduated are invited formally with their parents. Students wore their attire according to the dress code given to them by the school administration. High school graduation__________(1) is one of the most awaited and last event of any school. The function began with __________(2) the lamp, followed by the distribution of certificates in a very systematic way. Our principal made a long and__________(3) speech and blessed us for the future___________(4). On behalf of our graduating class, our class representative extended a vote of thanks to show __________(5) to all staff members. One of the parents expressed their experiences and views. At last, all the students, parents, and staff members had lunch together.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank number 5.

Option 1: gracious

Option 2: gratitude

Option 3: courteous

Option 4: greet

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Correct Answer: gratitude


Solution : The correct choice will be the second option.

From the given options, gratitude is the word used for thanksgiving. Other words are used for politeness.

Therefore, according to the question, the correct word will be gratitude.

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Question : Maximum oxygen is available from:

Option 1: Deserts

Option 2: Green forests

Option 3: Grasslands

Option 4: Phytoplankton

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Correct Answer: Phytoplankton


Solution : The correct option is Phytoplankton.

Phytoplankton are free-living organisms and are found on the upper layer of water bodies. It releases oxygen. This organism is responsible for almost half of the Earth's photosynthetic activities. They form the base of the marine food web, playing

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Question : Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.

Repercussion

Option 1: Duplication

Option 2: Consequence

Option 3: Recusation

Option 4: Apprehension

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Correct Answer: Consequence


Solution : The second option is the correct answer.

Repercussion refers to an unintended consequence or effect that arises from an action. Consequence indicates a result or an effect following an action, making it the most suitable synonym in the context of the sentence.

The meanings of

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Question : The simple interest on a certain sum for 3 years at 8% per annum is INR 9120 less than the simple interest on the same sum for 7 years at 8% per annum. Find the sum.

Option 1: INR 28,500

Option 2: INR 28,250

Option 3: INR 28,750

Option 4: INR 28,000

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Correct Answer: INR 28,500


Solution : Use the formula: Simple interest $= \frac{\text{Principal × Rate × Time}}{100}$, to find the unknown value from the known value.
Given: Simple interest for 3 years is INR 9,120 less than the simple interest for 7 years.
So, $P \times \frac{8 \times 7}{100} -

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