Staff Selection Commission Multi Tasking Staff Exam
Question : Directions: In the following question, select the odd letter from the given alternatives.
Option 1: QP
Option 2: DC
Option 3: XY
Option 4: ML
Correct Answer: XY
Solution : Let's check the options – First option: QP; Q – 1 = P Second option: DC; D – 1 = C Third option: XY; X + 1 = Y Fourth option: ML; M – 1 = L
The third option is different from the other
Question : In the following question, out of the given four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase. Get the ball rolling
Option 1: Get everyone's vote
Option 2: Behave in a crazy manner
Option 3: Collect one's belongings
Option 4: Set an activity in motion
Correct Answer: Set an activity in motion
Solution : The fourth option is the correct answer.
"Get the ball rolling" is an idiomatic expression that means to initiate or start an activity or process. The phrase often implies taking the initial steps to begin something. In the context of the
Question : Directions: In the following question, a sentence is given with a blank that is to be filled in with an appropriate word. Four alternatives are suggested; choose the correct alternative out of them as your answer.
Put your signature ___ red ink.
Option 1: through
Option 2: in
Option 3: with
Option 4: by
Correct Answer: in
Solution : The second option is the correct answer since ''in'' fits perfectly in the sentence.
The complete sentence is, "Put your signature in red ink."
Question : The ratio of the selling price to the cost price is 8 : 11. What is the loss percentage?
Option 1: 33.33%
Option 2: 27.27%
Option 3: 26.66%
Option 4: 28.56%
Correct Answer: 27.27%
Solution : Given the ratio SP : CP as 8 : 11. Let's denote the selling price as $8x$ and the cost price as $11x$, where $x$ is a positive constant. ⇒ Loss Percentage = $\frac{(CP – SP)}{CP}×100$ = $\frac{(11x – 8x)}{11x}×100$ = $\frac{3x}{11x}×100$ = 27.27% Hence,
Question : Directions: Read the given statements and conclusions carefully. Assuming that the information given in the statements is true, even if it appears to be at variance with commonly known facts, decide which of the given conclusions logically follow(s) from the statements. Statements: I. All P’s are M. II. Some Q’s are P. Conclusions: I. Some M’s are Q. II. Some P’s are Q. III. Some M’s are P.
Option 1: Both conclusions I and III follow
Option 2: Only conclusion III follows
Option 3: Conclusions I, II, and III follow
Option 4: Only conclusion II follows
Correct Answer: Conclusions I, II, and III follow
Solution : The possible Venn diagram, according to the given statements is as follows –
Let's analyze the conclusions – Conclusion (I): Some M’s are Q – From the Venn diagram, it is evident that the circles representing M and Q overlap
Question : Which of the following is one of the features of the Indian Constitution?
Option 1: Autocratic government
Option 2: Dependent Judiciary
Option 3: Non-secular
Option 4: Federalism
Correct Answer: Federalism
Solution : The correct answer is federalism.
One of the main characteristics of the Indian Constitution is its federalism. A federal system of governance divides authority between the central government and the constituent political units. Declaring the Indian government to be a "Union of States," the
Question : The radius of the incircle of a triangle whose sides are 9 cm, 12 cm, and 15 cm is:
Option 1: 9 cm
Option 2: 13 cm
Option 3: 3 cm
Option 4: 6 cm
Correct Answer: 3 cm
Solution : To find: The radius of the incircle of a triangle whose sides are 9 cm, 12 cm and 15 cm. Since, $9^2+12^2=81+144=225=15^2$ So, this is a right-angled triangle. Let $p,b,$ and $h$ be Perpendicular, Base and Hypotenuse of the triangle, respectively. We know the
Question : Select the most appropriate word for the given group of words.
A person who likes or admires women.
Option 1: Polyglot
Option 2: Misogynist
Option 3: Conversationalist
Option 4: Philogynist
Correct Answer: Philogynist
Solution : The correct choice is the fourth option.
Explanation: The choice of "philogynist" is precise, capturing the essence of positive regard and affection towards women. It stands in contrast to misogynist, which denotes a person with a dislike for or prejudice against women.
Therefore, the
Question : Study the given pie chart and answer the question that follows. The following pie chart shows the sectors representing the shares of the number of chairs produced in a given year of each of the six different brands in terms of the central angles (in degrees) with respect to the total number of chairs produced in that year of all the six brands taken together.
If the total number of chairs produced by these six brands taken together is 7200, then what is the total number of chairs produced by brands B2 and B3 taken together?
Option 1: 1750
Option 2: 2400
Option 3: 2100
Option 4: 1800
Correct Answer: 2100
Solution : From the pie chart, The central angle for B2 is 60° and for B3 is 45°, giving a total of 105°. The total central angle for all six brands is 360°. Total chairs by B2 and B3 = $\frac{105^\circ}{360^\circ}× 7200 = 2100$ Hence, the correct
Question : Directions: Seven boys J, K, L, M, N, P and Q are sitting around a circular table facing towards the centre (not necessarily in the same order). P is second to the right of Q. M is the immediate neighbour of both J and Q. L is not the immediate neighbour of Q. N is second to the right of P. Who is to the immediate left of L?
Option 1: M
Option 2: P
Option 3: J
Option 4: N
Correct Answer: P
Solution : Given:
(I) P is second to the right of Q. M is the immediate neighbour of both J and Q.
(II) N is second to the right of P. L is not the immediate neighbour of Q.
So, P is sitting to the immediate left
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