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Question : A sum of Rs. 3,500 is lent out at simple interest in two parts. One part at the annual rate of 7% and another part at the annual rate of 5%. If the total annual interest is Rs. 210, then what is the sum lent out at the rate of 7%?

Option 1: Rs. 1,750

Option 2: Rs. 2,000

Option 3: Rs. 1,500

Option 4: Rs. 2,250

Team Careers360 20th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: Rs. 1,750


Solution : Given: A sum of Rs. 3,500 is lent out at simple interest in two parts.
Use the formula, $SI=\frac{P\times R\times T}{100}$ where $SI$, $P$, $R$, and $T$ are the simple interest, principal, rate, and time.
According to the question,
⇒ $\frac{P\times 7\times 1}{100}+\frac{(3500-P)\times 5\times

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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.

Anything is ___ which is not against the nature of things.

Option 1: Possible

Option 2: Parable

Option 3: Probable

Option 4: Practicable

Team Careers360 22nd Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: Practicable


Solution : The correct choice is the fourth option "practicable".

"Practicable'' means capable of being put into practice or feasible. This helps in conveying the intended meaning that things that are not against nature are feasible.

The meanings of the other options are as follows:

  • "Possible''
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Question : Which freedom fighter was involved in the Kakori Train Action in 1925, for which the British government condemned him to death?

Option 1: Ram Prasad Bismil

Option 2: Lala Hardayal

Option 3: Vinayak Damodar Savarkar

Option 4: Mahatma Gandhi

Team Careers360 13th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: Ram Prasad Bismil


Solution : The correct answer is Ram Prasad Bismil.

Kakori Train Action took place on 9 August 1925 in a village in Lucknow. Ramprasad Bismil, Ashfaqulla Khan, Thakur Roshan Singh, and Rajendra Lahari were the revolutionaries who were involved in this train action, which

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Question : The substances which reduce friction are called _______.

Option 1: fluids

Option 2: magnets

Option 3: springs

Option 4: lubricants

Team Careers360 21st Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: lubricants


Solution : The correct option is lubricants.

The substances that reduce friction are called "lubricants". Lubricants create a slippery layer between surfaces in contact, minimising friction, and wear. They play a crucial role in machinery, engines, and various mechanical systems to enhance efficiency and prolong equipment

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Question : Which of the following is an asset that the borrower owns (such as land, building, vehicle, livestock, deposits with banks) and uses as a guarantee to a lender until the loan is repaid?

Option 1: Frills

Option 2: Lease

Option 3: Collateral

Option 4: Credit

Team Careers360 15th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: Collateral


Solution : The correct answer is Collateral.

The asset that a borrower owns and uses as collateral or a guarantee to a lender until the loan is repaid is typically referred to as "collateral" or "security." This can include various types of assets, such as land,

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Question : Which Kathak dancer was awarded with Padma Shri and Sangeet Natak Akademi Award?

Option 1: Hema Malini

Option 2: Sitara Devi

Option 3: Kaushalya Reddy

Option 4: Sridevi

Team Careers360 10th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: Sitara Devi


Solution : The correct answer is Sitara Devi.

Sitara Devi was an Indian dancer who specialized in the classical Kathak style of dancing. She was also a singer and an actress. She received numerous awards and accolades throughout her career and performed at many prestigious

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Question : Directions: Which of the following numbers will replace the question mark (?) in the given series?
89, 170, 219, 244, 253, ?

Option 1: 254

Option 2: 257

Option 3: 255

Option 4: 256

Team Careers360 17th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: 254


Solution : Given:
89, 170, 219, 244, 253, ?

Add the square of consecutive odd numbers in decreasing order starting from 9, to get the required missing number –
89 + 92 = 89 + 81 = 170;
170 + 7= 170 + 49

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Question : Who among the following is referred to as ‘Prince of Bhangra’, due to his Bhangra music?

Option 1: Diljit Dosanjh

Option 2: Sukhbir Singh

Option 3: Arijit Singh

Option 4: Shaan

Team Careers360 25th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: Sukhbir Singh


Solution : The correct answer is Sukhbir Singh.

Sukhbir Singh is referred to as the "Prince of Bhangra". His Bhangra music varied from fusion to pure Punjabi at times. His Bhangra is a fusion of Bhangra with rap, techno and reggae.

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