Staff Selection Commission Multi Tasking Staff Exam
Question : Directions: From the given option figures, select the one in which the question figure is embedded.
Option 1:
Option 2:
Option 3:
Option 4:
Correct Answer:
Solution : As there is no restriction on the rotation of the figure, we will check all possible angles where the question figure fits in the option figures. The question figure is embedded only in the fourth option figure.
Hence, the fourth option is correct.
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.
Every now and then there are going to be bad days, tough days, mood swings and all things nasty that may put a (1) ______ on our happy days. At any given moment, however, we are the ones who can make a (2)______ between letting these things get in the way or pushing them right out by (3) ______ time in things or people (4) ______ make us happy. I've had this list of things that have made me happy for years now. I made it back to college to help me deal with some difficult times that I faced then. Even today, every now and then when things go (5) ______ I always go back to this, and one or more things listed here always light me up!
Question:
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank number 4.
Option 1: which
Option 2: whom
Option 3: who
Option 4: where
Correct Answer: who
Solution : The correct choice is the third option.
Who should be used here as a relative pronoun to refer to people. The sentence suggests that by investing time in individuals who bring happiness, one can enhance their overall well-being. It emphasises the importance of spending
Question : What is the greatest four-digit number which when divided by 3 and 4 leaves remainder 2 in each case?
Option 1: 9994
Option 2: 9996
Option 3: 9998
Option 4: 9995
Correct Answer: 9998
Solution : Greatest 4-digit number = 9999 LCM of 3 and 4 = 12 9999 = 12 × 833 + 3 Remainder = 3 Greatest 4 digit number which leaves remainder 2 = 9999 – 3 + 2 = 9998 Hence, the correct answer is 9998.
Question : The table given below shows the number of runs scored and the number of balls played by 5 batsmen.
Strike rate $=\frac{\text { Number } \text { of runs scored }}{\text { Number of balls played }} \times 100$ The strike rate of J is what percentage of the strike rate of N?
Option 1: 242.24%
Option 2: 228.57%
Option 3: 182.36%
Option 4: 196.44%
Correct Answer: 228.57%
Solution : Given: Strike rate $=\frac{\text { Number } \text { of runs scored }}{\text { Number of balls played }} \times 100$ Strike rate of J = $\frac{80}{35}\times100=228.57$ Strike rate of N = $\frac{50}{50}\times100=100$ Strike rate percentage of J to N = $\frac{\text{Strike rate of J
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given Select the most appropriate option for each number.
Louisiana hosts one of the (1)_____ well-known celebration - Mardi Gras. Mardi Gras is French for "Fat Tuesday". This (2)_____ is sometimes called "Shrove Tuesday", (3)_____ wear masks and costumes. overturn social conventions, dance, and organise competitions and parades. Related popular practices (4)_____ associated with celebrations before the fasting and religious obligations associated (5)_____ the penitential season of Lent.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank No. 2.
Option 1: holiday
Option 2: variation
Option 3: vacation
Option 4: vocation
Correct Answer: holiday
Solution : The correct choice is the first option.
Explanation:
In the context provided, the passage discusses a celebration known as Mardi Gras, which is referred to as "Fat Tuesday." The term holiday fits well here because Mardi Gras is indeed a celebrated event, commonly associated with
Question : Ram travels with speeds of 15 km/hr, 10km/hr, and 12 km/hr for three equal distances. What is his average speed if the total distance travelled by him is 180 km?
Option 1: 15 km/hr
Option 2: 18 km/hr
Option 3: 20 km/hr
Option 4: 12 km/hr
Correct Answer: 12 km/hr
Solution : Given: Ram travels with speeds of 15 km/hr, 10km/hr and 12 km/hr for three equal distances. The total distance travelled by him is 180 km. So, he travels first $\frac{180}{3}$ = 60 km with 15 km/hr, next 60 km with 10 km/hr and the
Question : Directions: Two Statements are given followed by two conclusions numbered I and II. Assuming the statements to be true, even if they seem to be at variance with commonly known facts, decide which of the conclusions logically follow(s) from the statements. Statements: All crows are birds. Some parrots are birds. Conclusions: I. No crow is a parrot. II. Some crows are parrots.
Option 1: Only conclusion I follows
Option 2: Either conclusion I or II follows
Option 3: Both conclusions I and II follow
Option 4: Only conclusion II follows
Correct Answer: Either conclusion I or II follows
Solution : According to the given statements, the Venn diagram is given below – Let's analyse the conclusions – Conclusion (I): No crow is a parrot – From the Venn diagram, it is clear that no relation is defined between crows and
Question : Directions: Select the option that is related to the fifth number in the same way as the second number is related to the first number and the fourth number is related to the third number. 3 : 72 :: 21 : 504 :: 36 : ?
Option 1: 480
Option 2: 864
Option 3: 632
Option 4: 376
Correct Answer: 864
Solution : Given: 3 : 72 :: 21 : 504 :: 36 : ?
Like, 3 : 72→3 × 24 = 72 21 : 504→21 × 24 = 504 Similarly, follow the same pattern for 36 : ? – 36 × 24 = 864
So, 864 is
Question : Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word. Eternity
Option 1: Moment
Option 2: Flash
Option 3: Purity
Option 4: Forever
Correct Answer: Forever
Solution : The correct choice is the fourth option.
Explanation: "Eternity" refers to endless or infinite time, and "forever" directly aligns with this concept of infinite duration. Forever means an everlasting or infinite duration of time.
The meanings of the other options are as follows:
Question : Improve the underlined part of the sentence. Choose 'No improvement' as an answer if the sentence is grammatically correct.
I try to eat less meat and more vegetables.
Option 1: to eats less
Option 2: to eat lesser
Option 3: to ate less
Option 4: No improvement
Correct Answer: No improvement
Explanation: The original sentence, "I try to eat less meat and more vegetables", is grammatically correct. The verb "try" is followed by the base form of the verb ("to eat"), which is the correct usage after
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