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Question : Which device is used for measuring temperature?

Option 1: Manometer

Option 2: Ammeter

Option 3: Thermometer

Option 4: Barometer

Team Careers360 11th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: Thermometer


Solution : The correct option is the Thermometer.

A common and conventional instrument for measuring temperature is a thermometer. It consists of a glass tube with a calibrated scale enclosing a temperature-sensitive liquid (such as alcohol or mercury). The liquid expands or contracts in response to temperature

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Question : Pandit Kishan Maharaj was a famous Indian______player.

Option 1: sitar

Option 2: sarangi

Option 3: flute

Option 4: tabla

Team Careers360 21st Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: tabla


Solution : The correct option is tabla.

Pandit Kishan Maharaj was an eminent Indian tabla player belonging to the Banaras gharana. Renowned for his virtuosity, rhythmic mastery, and innovative compositions, he enriched the world of classical music. He was honoured with awards like the Padma Shri (1973)

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Question : A person earns a profit of 30% by selling an article for INR 325. How much per cent should he increase his selling price to earn a profit of 40%?

Option 1: 6.66%

Option 2: 8.25%

Option 3: 7.69%

Option 4: 5.25%

Team Careers360 10th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: 7.69%


Solution : Selling price = INR 325
Profit = 30% of cost price
Selling price = cost price + profit
325 = cost price + 30% of cost price
⇒ 325 = 130% of cost price
Cost price = $\frac{325}{1.3}$ = INR 250
Profit = 40% of

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Question : Directions: In a certain code language, MOTION is coded as NNUHPM. What is the code for NORMAL in that code language?

Option 1: ONSLBL

Option 2: ONSLBK

Option 3: ONSLCK

Option 4: ONTLCK

Team Careers360 10th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: ONSLBK


Solution : Given:
MOTION is coded as NNUHPM. 

Add 1 and subtract 1 alternately from the positional values of the letters to obtain the required code.
MOTION→M + 1; O – 1; T + 1; I – 1; O + 1; N – 1 = NNUHPM.
Similarly,

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Question : Choose the word that can substitute the given group of words.
Liable to catch fire easily

Option 1: Incombustible

Option 2: Agnostic

Option 3: Venial

Option 4: Inflammable

Team Careers360 10th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: Inflammable


Solution : The fourth option is correct.

  • Among the given options, the word inflammable can replace the given phrase.
  • Inflammable means something that is easily capable of catching fire.

Therefore, the correct answer is inflammable.

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Question : Which of the following is the oldest Veda?

Option 1: Rigveda

Option 2: Atharvaveda

Option 3: Samaveda

Option 4: Yajurveda

Team Careers360 11th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: Rigveda


Solution : The correct option is Rigveda.

The Rigveda, a revered compilation of Vedic Sanskrit hymns, stands as one of Hinduism's four sacred Vedas. Comprising ten books called Mandalas, it holds 10,600 verses. Alongside the Samaveda, Yajurveda, and Atharva Veda, these texts form the foundation of

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Question : The ancient Neemrana Baori is located in which of the following districts of Rajasthan?

Option 1: Ajmer

Option 2: Alwar

Option 3: Bikaner

Option 4: Jaipur

Team Careers360 22nd Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: Alwar


Solution : The correct option is Alwar.

The Neemrana Baori is located in the Alwar district of Rajasthan, India. Neemrana is a historical town in the Alwar district, known for its heritage hotels and historical significance. It is one of the ancient step-wells in the region,

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Question : Directions: Select the number from among the given options that can replace the question mark (?) in the following series.
48, 54, 45, 51, 42, 48, ?

Option 1: 37

Option 2: 33

Option 3: 39

Option 4: 35

Team Careers360 15th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: 39


Solution : Given:
48, 54, 45, 51, 42, 48, ?

Add 6 and subtract 9 alternately to obtain the next number in the series.
48 + 6 = 54; 54 – 9 = 45; 45 + 6 = 51; 51 – 9= 42; 42 + 6 =

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Question : The members of _____ are commonly called red algae.

Option 1: Rhodophyceae

Option 2: Phaeophyceae

Option 3: Poaceae

Option 4: Chlorophyceae

Team Careers360 18th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: Rhodophyceae


Solution : The correct answer is Rhodophyceae.

Red algae, scientifically known as Rhodophyta, are among the earliest eukaryotic algae, boasting a rich evolutionary history. This extensive group encompasses over 7,000 recognised species, with ongoing taxonomic revisions. The characteristic red colour of these algae is attributed to

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Question : Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.

Imitate

Option 1: Surrender

Option 2: Copy

Option 3: Imagine

Option 4: Invent

Team Careers360 15th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: Copy


Solution : The correct choice is the second option.

Imitate means to replicate someone's actions, behaviours, or creations, often in an effort to match or mirror them. The word copy aligns closely with this meaning, as it also refers to the act of duplicating or reproducing

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