Staff Selection Commission Combined Higher Secondary Level Exam
Question : Etika purchased a set of wallpapers for INR 700 and the marked price of a set was INR 850. The approximate rate of discount was:
Option 1: 25.34%
Option 2: 12.65%
Option 3: 22.5%
Option 4: 17.64%
Correct Answer: 17.64%
Solution : Selling price = INR 700 and the marked price = INR 850 Discount = 850 – 700 = 150 $\therefore$ Rate of discount = $\frac{150}{850}\times 100 = 17.64\%$ Hence, the correct answer is 17.64%.
Question : If $\sqrt{2} \sec ^2 \theta-4 \sec \theta+2 \sqrt{2}=0$, then what is the value $\sin ^2 \theta+\tan ^2 \theta$?
Option 1: $\frac{1}{2}$
Option 2: $\frac{2}{3}$
Option 3: $\frac{5}{2}$
Option 4: $\frac{3}{2}$
Correct Answer: $\frac{3}{2}$
Solution : $\sqrt{2} \sec ^2 \theta-4 \sec \theta+2 \sqrt{2}=0$ $⇒\sqrt{2} \sec ^2 \theta-2 \sec \theta-2 \sec \theta+2 \sqrt{2}=0$ $⇒\sqrt{2} \sec \theta( \sec \theta-\sqrt2)-2( \sec \theta- \sqrt{2})=0$ $⇒( \sec \theta-\sqrt2)(\sqrt{2} \sec \theta-2)=0$ $⇒( \sec \theta-\sqrt2)=0$ $⇒ \sec \theta=\sqrt2=\sec 45^\circ$ $⇒ \theta=45^\circ$ $\therefore\sin ^2 \theta+\tan ^2 \theta=\sin ^2 45^\circ+\tan
Question : Identify the segment in the sentence which contains a grammatical error. If there is no error, then select the option "No error". We talked about writing a will, but it/ was one of those thing you never/ get around to doing.
Option 1: was one of those thing you never
Option 2: no error
Option 3: get around to doing
Option 4: we talked about writing a will, but it
Correct Answer: was one of those thing you never
Solution : The correct choice is the first option.
Explanation: The error in the sentence is the use of thing instead of things.
The phrase one of those is followed by a plural noun because it refers to a
Question : What is the remainder when $3^8$ is divided by 7?
Option 1: 5
Option 2: 4
Option 3: 6
Option 4: 2
Correct Answer: 2
Solution : To find: The remainder when $3^8$ is divided by 7 = remainder ($\frac{3^8}{7}$) = remainder ($\frac{(3^2)^4}{7}$) = remainder ($\frac{(9)^4}{7}$) 9 divided by 7 will leave the remainder of 2. So, remainder = remainder ($\frac{2^4}{7})$ = remainder ($\frac{16}{7}$) = 2 Hence, the correct answer is 2.
Question : Directions: In the following question, the sentence given with a blank is to be filled in with an appropriate word. Select the correct alternative out of the four.
Rohan is so magnanimous that everyone is always ___ to help himin his project.
Option 1: eager
Option 2: enthusiastic
Option 3: reluctant
Option 4: ignorant
Correct Answer: eager
Solution : The first option is the correct answer. In this context, "eager" means willing and ready to help Rohan in his project because he is generous and magnanimous. The other options do not convey the same meaning. The other options:
Enthusiastic: Having or showing intense
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.
Primitive cultures are those that exist in societies that have not yet developed advanced technology or complex social (1)__________ These cultures are often characterised by their close relationship with the natural world. Despite being considered 'primitive', these cultures have a rich history and a unique way of life that is (2)__________ studying and preserving. These cultures often have a deep understanding of the environment and its cycles, and they have developed intricate systems of knowledge and belief that are closely tied to nature. For example, indigenous cultures in the Amazon rainforest have an (3)___________ knowledge of the medicinal properties of plants and the cycles of the seasons, which they use to sustain themselves and their communities. Another important aspect is that these cultures often have complex systems of kinship and social hierarchy. Despite many challenges that primitive cultures face, including the (4)____________ of modern societies and environmental degradation, these cultures have an important role to play in our understanding of the human experience. They offer a different (5)__________ on the world and its complexities, and their traditions and knowledge have the potential to inform and enrich our modern lives. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank 5.
Option 1: conclusion
Option 2: perspective
Option 3: blame
Option 4: biasness
Correct Answer: perspective
Solution : The correct choice is the second option.
Explanation: The word "perspective" is suitable in the context of providing a different viewpoint or way of looking at the world. In the passage, primitive cultures are mentioned as offering a different perspective on the world and its
Question : Directions: Which of the following diagrams represents the relationship between a girl, a singer, and a politician?
Option 1:
Option 2:
Option 3:
Option 4:
Correct Answer:
Solution : The term girl encompasses all females. Within this category, we have specific subsets such as singers and politicians. It's important to note that not all girls fall into these categories. Some girls may pursue a career in singing or politics, while others may not have any
Question : Himalayan Forest Research Centre is located at:
Option 1: Shimla
Option 2: Dehradun
Option 3: Bhutan
Option 4: Srinagar
Correct Answer: Shimla
Solution : The correct option is Shimla.
In 1977, the Himalayan Forest Research Institute (HFRI) was founded. It is a research institute committed to researching the Himalayan region's unique forests and ecosystems, researching forest resources, biodiversity, ecology and conservation. The centre is critical to studying and
Question : The personal income of households can be calculated in which of the following ways?
Option 1: National income + Undistributed profits – Net interest payments – Corporate tax + Transfer payments from the government and firms.
Option 2: National income – Undistributed profits – Net interest payments – Corporate tax + Transfer payments from the government and firms.
Option 3: National income – Undistributed profits + Net interest payments – Corporate tax –Transfer payments from the government and firms.
Option 4: National income – Undistributed profits – Net interest payments – Corporate tax –Transfer payments from the government and firms.
Correct Answer: National income – Undistributed profits – Net interest payments – Corporate tax + Transfer payments from the government and firms.
Solution : The correct answer is National income - Undistributed profits - Net interest payments - Corporate tax + Transfer payments from the government and firms.
Personal
Question : According to the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India, what was the percentage of the population living below the poverty line in Chhattisgarh in 2004-05?
Option 1: 35.9 %
Option 2: 40.9 %
Option 3: 32 %
Option 4: 49 %
Correct Answer: 40.9 %
Solution : The correct answer is 40.9 %.
The combined percentage of the population below the poverty line in Chattisgarh was 40.9% in 2004-05 according to the Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment, Government of India. 27.5% population were below the poverty line at all
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