Staff Selection Commission Multi Tasking Staff Exam
Question : Directions: In the following question, find the odd one out from the given alternatives.
Option 1: DCF
Option 2: NMP
Option 3: VUX
Option 4: JIM
Correct Answer: JIM
Solution : Let's check the options – First option: DCF; D – 1 = C; C + 3 = F Second option: NMP; N – 1 = M; M + 3 = P Third option: VUX; V – 1 = U; U + 3 = X Fourth
Question : Directions: Which two numbers should be interchanged, to make the given equation correct? 120 ÷ 12 × 6 + 24 – 15 = 27
Option 1: 12 and 6
Option 2: 12 and 15
Option 3: 12 and 24
Option 4: 6 and 24
Correct Answer: 12 and 24
Solution : Given: 120 ÷ 12 × 6 + 24 – 15 = 27
Replace the given numbers according to the options one by one with the original numbers in the given equation. First option: 12 and 6 120 ÷ 12 × 6 + 24
Question : The northern plain in India is formed of which soil?
Option 1: Laterite soil
Option 2: Arid soil
Option 3: Alluvial soil
Option 4: Black soil
Correct Answer: Alluvial soil
Solution : The correct option is Alluvial soil.
The Northern Plain in India is primarily composed of alluvial soil. This fertile soil is deposited by rivers like the Ganges and Yamuna, making it suitable for agriculture. Alluvial soil is well-drained, rich in minerals and supports
Question : A sentence has been given a blank to be filled with an appropriate option. Choose the correct alternative. I __________ the cake before my mother arrived.
Option 1: had baked
Option 2: bake
Option 3: baked
Option 4: have baked
Correct Answer: had baked
Solution : The first option is correct.
Explanation: In the given context, had baked is the correct past perfect tense to indicate that the action of baking the cake was completed before another past action (the arrival of the mother).
Therefore, the complete sentence would
Question : A semi-circular structure with a dome shape roof erected over the sacred relics of Buddha is known as
Option 1: Stupas
Option 2: Edicts
Option 3: Pillars
Option 4: Monoliths
Correct Answer: Stupas
Solution : The correct answer is Stupas.
Stupas are mounds or semi-mounds that contain Buddhist relics. Buddhist monks use stupas as a place to meditate. Sanchi stupa and Bharhut stupa in Madhya Pradesh are well-known examples of these stupas. Ashoka built many stupas during his reign.
Question : Walking at the speed of 5 km/hr, a man covers a certain distance in 3 hours. Running at a speed of 15 km/hr the man will cover the same distance in:
Option 1: 2 hours
Option 2: 1 hour
Option 3: 30 minutes
Option 4: 1 hour 30 minutes
Correct Answer: 1 hour
Solution : Speed of walking = 5 km/hr Time taken for walking = 3 hours Distance = 5 × 3 = 15 km Speed of running = 15 km/hr Time taken for running = $\frac{15}{15}$ = 1 hour Hence, the correct answer is 1 hour.
Question : Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error. If there is no error, select 'No error'.
I could not make out what / it is, for the wind was / rustling the corn shocks.
Option 1: I could not make out what
Option 2: No error
Option 3: rustling the corn shocks.
Option 4: it is, for the wind was
Correct Answer: it is, for the wind was
Solution : The error lies in the fourth option.
Explanation:
The error lies in the use of the auxiliary verb "is". It should be replaced with "was" to maintain the past tense consistency and make the sentence grammatically accurate.
So, the
Question : Solve: [ (144 ÷ 12) + (43 × 3) ] + 45 – 20 × 3
Option 1: 127
Option 2: 111
Option 3: 126
Option 4: 156
Correct Answer: 126
Solution : [ (144 ÷ 12) + (43 × 3) ] + 45 – 20 × 3 = [12 + (43 × 3) ] + 45 – 20 × 3 = [12 + 129 ] + 45 – 60 = 141 + 45 – 60 = 186
Question : Mahalanobis Model has been associated with which five-year plan?
Option 1: First Five-Year Plan
Option 2: Second Five-Year Plan
Option 3: Third Five-Year Plan
Option 4: Fourth Five-Year Plan
Correct Answer: Second Five-Year Plan
Solution : The correct option is the Second Five-Year plan.
Mahalanobis model was presented by P. C. Mahalanobis, also known as the "Father of Indian Statistics". The term year of the plan was 1956-1961. The plan aimed to develop the public sector through rapid industrialisation.
Question : In the following graph, the production of raggi in 4 consecutive years is plotted. In which year the production of raggi is minimal?
Option 1: 2020
Option 2: 2017
Option 3: 2019
Option 4: 2018
Correct Answer: 2020
Solution : As per the graph, The production of raggi will be minimal in 2020 with 2500 tonnes. Hence, the correct answer is 2020.
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