Staff Selection Commission Multi Tasking Staff Exam
Question : Directions: In the following question, some parts of the sentence may have some errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If the sentence is free from error, select "No error".
Though we both are of the same height (1) / you are more heavier (2) / than I. (3) / No error (4)
Option 1: (1)
Option 2: (2)
Option 3: (3)
Option 4: (4)
Correct Answer: (2)
Solution : The error lies in the second part of the sentence.
More heavier is a redundant phrase, as heavier itself is a comparative adjective, and the use of more is redundant.
Therefore, the correct sentence is: Though we both are of the same height you are
Question : Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank. India continues to ____________ the highest amount of e-waste, more than China, the US, Japan and Germany.
Option 1: generate
Option 2: remake
Option 3: stake
Option 4: select
Correct Answer: generate
Solution : The first option is the correct answer.
In the context of the sentence, it means that India is consistently producing or creating a significant quantity of electronic waste. Generate is a fitting term for describing the ongoing process of e-waste production.
The meanings of the
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. 25 : 125 :: 32 : 160 :: 73 : ?
Option 1: 383
Option 2: 195
Option 3: 365
Option 4: 173
Correct Answer: 365
Solution : Given: 25 : 125 :: 32 : 160 :: 73 : ?
Like, 25 : 125→25 × 5 = 125 32 : 160→32 × 5 = 160 Similarly, for 73 : ?→73 × 5 = 365
So, 365 is related to 73. Hence, the third
Question : Select the most appropriate word for the given group of words.
Extreme physical or mental suffering.
Option 1: Agony
Option 2: Autonomy
Option 3: Aviary
Option 4: Autocracy
Correct Answer: Agony
Solution : The first option is correct.
The word agony is a noun that specifically denotes intense physical or mental suffering or distress. It accurately captures the meaning of extreme pain or anguish, both physically and mentally.
The meanings of the other options are as follows:
Question : Comprehension: In the following passage, some of the words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the correct answer for the given blank out of the four alternatives.
Gardenia is one of the most (1)____ flowers, producing one of the most beloved scents in the garden world. Fall or spring is the best time to (2) _______ this shrub in warmer climates. It also (3) _______ a fragrant houseplant, though it can be fussy about indoor humidity. Container plants can be (4) ________ outdoors during summer and returned to moderate indoor temperatures in the (5) ______. Question: Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank No. 3.
Option 1: make
Option 2: makes
Option 3: making
Option 4: made
Correct Answer: makes
Solution : The second option is correct.
Question : At a certain time, the ratio of a certain principal and the simple interest obtained from it are in the ratio 10 : 3 at 10% interest per annum. The number of years the money was invested is:
Option 1: 1 year
Option 2: 3 years
Option 3: 5 years
Option 4: 7 years
Correct Answer: 3 years
Solution : Given: The ratio of a certain principal and the simple interest obtained from it are in the ratio 10 : 3 at 10% interest per annum. Simple interest (SI) = $\frac{P×R×T}{100}$, where $P$ is the principal amount, $R$ is the rate of interest per
Question : Directions: The sequence of folding a piece of paper and the manner in which the folded paper has been cut is shown in the following figures. How would this paper look when unfolded?
Option 1:
Option 2:
Option 3:
Option 4:
Correct Answer:
Solution : When the given folded paper is unfolded, it will look like –
Hence, the first option is correct.
One of the most important factor (1) / that contribute to the success of a person (2) / is his sincerity. (3) / No error (4)
Correct Answer: (1)
Solution : The error lies in the first part of the sentence.
The word factor should be in its plural form factors to agree with the phrase one of the most. The phrase one of the is always followed by a plural noun, and not by any
Question : Suraj starts his journey from point Q at 2 pm. He drives the car at the speed of 40 km/hr for the first three hours and completes the remaining journey at the speed of 30 km/hr. If Rahul starts moving towards Suraj at 6 pm from point Q at the speed of 80 km/hr, then at what time he will catch Suraj?
Option 1: 9: 00 pm
Option 2: 9: 15 pm
Option 3: 9: 36 pm
Option 4: 10: 06 pm
Correct Answer: 9: 00 pm
Solution : Given: Suraj starts his journey from point Q at 2 pm. The Suraj's speed for the first 3 hours is 40 km/hr and completes the remaining journey at the speed of 30 km/hr. Rahul's speed is 80 km/hr. $\text{Time}=\frac{\text{Distance}}{\text{Speed}}$ The distance Suraj traveled
Question : Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words. A collection of selected writings of various authors
Option 1: Trilogy
Option 2: Sequel
Option 3: Anthology
Option 4: Etymology
Correct Answer: Anthology
Solution : The correct choice is the third option.
An anthology is a compilation of various pieces of writing, such as poems, stories, or essays, usually by different authors. It's specifically curated to present a theme or range of styles and subjects.
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