Staff Selection Commission Multi Tasking Staff Exam
Question : Directions: Select the option in which the numbers are related in the same way as the numbers of the following sets. (NOTE: Operations should be performed on the whole numbers, without breaking down the numbers into their constituent digits. E.g. 13 – Operations on 13 such as adding/subtracting/multiplying etc. to 13 can be performed. Breaking down 13 into 1 and 3 and then performing mathematical operations on 1 and 3 is not allowed.) (48, 8, 12) (42, 6, 14)
Option 1: (88, 22, 4)
Option 2: (62, 12, 2)
Option 3: (44, 22, 4)
Option 4: (36, 18, 2)
Correct Answer: (44, 22, 4)
Solution : Given: (48, 8, 12); (42, 6, 14)
Multiply the second and the third number then divide the resultant number by 2 to obtain the first number in the given set of numbers – (48, 8, 12)→(8 × 12) ÷ 2 = 96 ÷
Question : Which of the following statements is correct?
I. Rolling friction is greater than the sliding friction.
II. The frictional force exerted by fluids is called drag.
Option 1: Only I is correct.
Option 2: Neither I nor II is correct.
Option 3: Both I and II are correct.
Option 4: Only II is correct.
Correct Answer: Only II is correct.
Solution : The correct option is Only II is correct.
Rolling friction is generally less than sliding friction. The frictional force exerted by fluids, such as air or water, is called drag. It opposes the motion of an object through the fluid, affecting
Question : Select the option that will improve the underlined part of the given sentence. In case no improvement is needed, select 'No improvement required.'
Amoeba is a microscopic single-celled organism found in pond water.
Option 1: organisms founding in
Option 2: No improvement required
Option 3: organism find in
Option 4: organisms found with
Correct Answer: No improvement required
Solution : The correct choice is the second option.
The sentence "Amoeba is a microscopic single-celled organism found in pond water" is grammatically correct and clear.
Therefore, in the given sentence, there is no improvement required.
Question : The average of 24 observations is 41. The average of the first 9 observations is 42. The average of the last 16 observations is 39. What is the value of the 9th observation?
Option 1: 14
Option 2: 24
Option 3: 18
Option 4: 20
Correct Answer: 18
Solution : Given, Average of 24 observations = 41 ⇒ Sum of 24 observations = 41 $\times$ 24 = 984 Also, The average of the first 9 observations is 42. ⇒ Sum of first 9 observations = 42 $\times$ 9 = 378 ......(1) And, The average of
Question : Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
Agitate
Option 1: Blame
Option 2: Strike
Option 3: Distress
Option 4: Soothe
Correct Answer: Soothe
Solution : The correct choice is the fourth option.
Agigtate means to disturb or provoke the state of anxiety in someone.
Soothe means to calm or alleviate stress, making both of the words opposite in meaning.
The meanings of the other options are as follows:
Question : The Deccan festival is a five-day long festival which reflects the culture of the Deccan. The festival is associated with which state?
Option 1: Kerala
Option 2: Karnataka
Option 3: Maharashtra
Option 4: Andhra Pradesh
Correct Answer: Andhra Pradesh
Solution : The correct answer is Andhra Pradesh.
The Deccan Festival is an annual celebration in Hyderabad that goes on for five days. It is also known as the Hyderabad festival and is known to be celebrated extravagantly. This festival brings out the culture of
Question : The terms dribbling, passing and shooting are associated with which sport?
Option 1: Shooting
Option 2: Badminton
Option 3: Cricket
Option 4: Basketball
Correct Answer: Basketball
Solution : The correct option is Basketball.
The terms "dribbling," "passing," and "shooting" are commonly associated with the sport of basketball. In basketball, dribbling refers to the skill of bouncing the ball on the floor while moving; passing involves transferring the ball to a teammate; and
Question : In what ratio sugar of Rs. 30 per kg should be mixed with sugar of Rs. 40 per kg so that the mixture is worth Rs. 37 per kg?
Option 1: 8 : 9
Option 2: 3 : 7
Option 3: 4 : 3
Option 4: 9 : 5
Correct Answer: 3 : 7
Solution : Let's assume that the ratio in which the two types of sugar are mixed is $x:y$ The cost of sugar of Rs. 30 per kg is 30$x$ The cost of sugar of Rs. 40 per kg is 40$y$ The mixture is worth Rs.
Question : In February 2022, Cabinet approved implementation of Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission. Which ministry of central government launched the Ayushman Bharat Yojana across the country?
Option 1: Ministry of Education
Option 2: Ministry of Ayush
Option 3: Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
Option 4: Ministry of Women and Child Development
Correct Answer: Ministry of Health and Family Welfare
Solution : The correct answer is the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare.
The Ayushman Bharat Digital Mission was implemented by the Ministry of Health & Family Welfare. This mission aims to create unique account numbers for its citizens. The mission
Question : Who among the following is the author of the book "An Autobiography: Toward Freedom"?
Option 1: Lala Lajpat Rai
Option 2: Jawaharlal Nehru
Option 3: Indira Gandhi
Option 4: Mahatma Gandhi
Correct Answer: Jawaharlal Nehru
Solution : The correct option is Jawaharlal Nehru.
"An Autobiography: Toward Freedom" is written by Jawaharlal Nehru. In this book, India's first Prime Minister reflects on his life, political journey and the struggle for India's independence. Nehru's narrative provides insights into key historical events and his
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