Staff Selection Commission Multi Tasking Staff Exam
Question : Select the sentence in which all words are correctly spelt.
Option 1: With him he had one of his cheif councellors.
Option 2: Work is due to comence in the coming year.
Option 3: Melt the white and dark chocolate in separate bowls.
Option 4: We did it becuase we felt it our duty to encorage him.
Correct Answer: Melt the white and dark chocolate in separate bowls.
Solution : The third option is the correct answer.
The sentence instructs someone to melt both the white and dark chocolate but to do so in separate bowls. This is a cooking or baking instruction where each type of
Question : Bobby and Billy can complete a job in 28 days and 20 days, respectively. They work together for 5 days, after which Billy leaves the job. In how many days did Bobby alone complete the rest of the job?
Option 1: 15 days
Option 2: 20 days
Option 3: 12 days
Option 4: 16 days
Correct Answer: 16 days
Solution : Given, Bobby and Billy can complete a job in 28 days and 20 days We know, Total work = Efficiency × time LCM of 28, 20 = 140 i.e. total work Efficiency of Bobby = 5 units/day The efficiency of Billy = 7 units/day
Question : Directions: In this question, a part of the sentence is in bold. Below are given alternatives to the bold part at (1), (2), and (3) which may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative in case no improvement is needed your answer is (4).
She is loving chocolate ice cream.
(1) has loving
(2) has been loved
(3) loves
(4) No improvement
Option 1: (1)
Option 2: (2)
Option 3: (3)
Option 4: (4)
Correct Answer: (3)
Solution : The sentence can be improved using the third option.
The sentence is in the simple present tense, and it describes her current preference. Loves is correct as it denotes the appropriate verb tense since it is a verb of perception and verbs of perception cannot
Question : Directions: Select the option figure in which the given figure (X) is embedded as its part. (Rotation is not allowed.)
Option 1:
Option 2:
Option 3:
Option 4:
Correct Answer:
Solution : As there is a restriction on the rotation of the figure, we will check where the question figure can exactly fit itself in the given option figures. By comparison of all the option figures, the given question figure is embedded only in the first option figure.
Question : The Ravana Phadi cave in_____ is an example of the early Chalukya style architecture, which is known for its distinct sculptural style.
Option 1: Tamil Nadu
Option 2: Kerala
Option 3: Andhra Pradesh
Option 4: Karnataka
Correct Answer: Karnataka
Solution : The correct option is Karnataka.
The Ravana Phadi cave in Aihole, Karnataka, is a prime example of early Chalukya-style architecture, renowned for its unique sculptural style. Carved in the 6th century, the cave features intricate carvings depicting various deities, animals, and mythological scenes. The distinctive
Question : The Chera Panhara ritual is associated with:
Option 1: Baisakhi in Punjab
Option 2: Durga Puja in West Bengal
Option 3: Navratri in Gujarat
Option 4: Rath Yatra in Odisha
Correct Answer: Rath Yatra in Odisha
Solution : The correct answer is the Rath Yatra in Odisha.
The most important ritual associated with the Rath Yatra in Odisha is Chera Panhara. It is a special ritual that takes place during the Rath Yatra procession. During the festival, the Gajapati king
Question : Directions: In the question, a sentence is given with a blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Four alternatives are suggested for each question. Choose the correct alternative out of the four alternatives. He shows great ability ____ Mathematics.
Option 1: at
Option 2: for
Option 3: about
Option 4: in
Correct Answer: in
Solution : The correct preposition to fill in the blank is the fourth option.
This sentence talks about someone's ability in a specific subject, which is mathematics. To express this idea, we use the preposition in to indicate proficiency or skill in a particular area. This makes
Question : A sum of money at simple interest amounts to Rs. 5704 in 3 years and to Rs. 6072 in 4 years. The sum is:
Option 1: Rs. 5020
Option 2: Rs. 4800
Option 3: Rs. 4600
Option 4: Rs. 4980
Correct Answer: Rs. 4600
Solution : Simple interest in 1 year = 6072 – 5704 = Rs. 368 Simple interest in 3 years = 368 × 3 = Rs. 1104 We know, Amount = Principal + Simple Interest ⇒ 5704 = Principal + 1104 $\therefore$ Principal = Rs. 4600 Hence,
Question : Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error. If there is no error, select 'No error'.
Do you have the faint / idea of what would happen / if Maa sees this?
Option 1: No error
Option 2: Do you have the faint
Option 3: if Maa sees this?
Option 4: idea of what would happen
Correct Answer: Do you have the faint
Solution : The correct choice is the second option.
Explanation:
The correct phrase is "Do you have the faintest idea?" to make the sentence grammatically correct. The faintest is the superlative degree of the adjective and it is followed by the definite article
Question : Directions: In the given question, a sentence is given with a blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Four alternatives are suggested for each question. Choose the correct alternative out of the four alternatives.
Your opening paragraph should ____ the reader's attention.
Option 1: at least
Option 2: address
Option 3: attract
Option 4: affect
Correct Answer: address
The word "attract" is the correct choice in this sentence because it means to draw or gain the interest or attention of someone. In the context of writing, particularly in an opening paragraph, the goal is to create
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