Staff Selection Commission Multi Tasking Staff Exam
Question : The smallest bone in mammals is ____.
Option 1: septomaxillary
Option 2: dentary
Option 3: femur
Option 4: stapes
Correct Answer: stapes
Solution : The correct option is stapes.
The stapes bone is the smallest in mammals, including humans. It is located in the middle ear. It is essential in the transfer of sound waves from the eardrum to the inner ear, which contributes to hearing.
Question : Directions: After interchanging the given two numbers what will be the values of equations (I) and (II) respectively? 8 and 2 I. 3 + 6 – 8 × 4 ÷ 2 II. 12 ÷ 6 × 9 – 2 + 8
Option 1: 12 and 8
Option 2: 9 and 15
Option 3: 9 and 81
Option 4: 8 and 12
Correct Answer: 8 and 12
Solution : Equation I. 3 + 6 – 8 × 4 ÷ 2 On interchanging the numbers, we get – = 3 + 6 – 2 × 4 ÷ 8 = 3 + 6 – 2 × 0.5 = 3 + 6 – 1 =
Question : Directions: Select the correct mirror image of the given figure when the mirror is placed on the right side.
Option 1:
Option 2:
Option 3:
Option 4:
Correct Answer:
Solution : As per the mirror image properties, closer things appear close to the mirror in the reflection. Here, according to the information provided, the mirror is placed on the right side of the figure (on Line AB). So, the left side of the reflected image will appear
Question : Select the most appropriate word for the given group of words. Persons who are unfairly blamed for something that others have done
Option 1: Expedition
Option 2: Epitome
Option 3: Disdain
Option 4: Scapegoat
Correct Answer: Scapegoat
Solution : The fourth option is correct.
Scapegoat refers to someone who is wrongly blamed or punished for the mistakes or wrongdoings of others. It encapsulates the essence of unfairly placing blame on someone. The meanings of the other options are as follows:
Question : Directions: In the following question below are given some statements followed by some conclusions based on those statements. Taking the given statements to be true even if they seem to be at variance from commonly known facts. Read all the conclusions and then decide which of the given conclusions logically follows the given statements. Statements: I. All L is P. II. All P is V. Conclusions: I. Some L is V. II. No V is L.
Option 1: Only conclusion II follows
Option 2: Only conclusion I follows
Option 3: Both conclusions I and II follow
Option 4: Neither conclusion follows
Correct Answer: Only conclusion I follows
Solution : The possible Venn diagram according to the given statements is as follows –
Let's analyse the conclusions – Conclusion (I): Some L is V – From the Venn diagram, it is evident that the circle representing L is completely overlapped by the
Question : Which of the following states launched the Annapurna Rasoi Yojana to provide quality meals to weaker sections at subsidised rates as of 2023?
Option 1: Madhya Pradesh
Option 2: West Bengal
Option 3: Rajasthan
Option 4: Uttar Pradesh
Correct Answer: Rajasthan
Solution : The correct answer is Rajasthan.
In December 2016, the Rajasthan government initiated the Annapurna Rasoi Scheme to offer affordable and high-quality meals to the underprivileged, drawing inspiration from Tamil Nadu's Amma Canteen. This scheme endeavours to provide subsidised food to those in need.
Question : A merchant sold an article at a 20% loss. If he had sold it for Rs. 390 more, 6% would have been gained on the cost price. What is the cost price of the article?
Option 1: Rs. 1,200
Option 2: Rs. 2,600
Option 3: Rs. 1,500
Option 4: Rs. 1,800
Correct Answer: Rs. 1,500
Solution : Given: A merchant sold an article at a 20% loss. He had sold it for Rs. 390 more, 6% would have been gained on the cost price. Here cost price is denoted by CP, selling price is denoted by SP. Let the cost price
Question : The ratio of the ages of the two students is 5 : 4. The difference between their ages is 8 years. What is the age of the younger student?
Option 1: 24 years
Option 2: 32 years
Option 3: 40 years
Option 4: 48 years
Correct Answer: 32 years
Solution : The ratio of the ages of the two students = 5 : 4 The difference between their ages = 8 years Let $5x$ and $4x$ be the ages of the two students. So, $5x-4x = 8$ $⇒x = 8$ Age of the younger student
Question : Directions: In the following question, select the related number from the given alternatives. 226 : 213 :: 302 : ?
Option 1: 294
Option 2: 289
Option 3: 263
Option 4: 243
Correct Answer: 289
Solution : Given: 226 : 213 :: 302 : ?
Like, 226 : 213→226 – 13 = 213 Similarly, 302 : ?→302 – 13 = 289
Hence, the second option is correct.
Question : As per Census 2011, which of the following states of India has the highest population?
Option 1: Uttar Pradesh
Option 2: Tamil Nadu
Option 3: Bihar
Option 4: Chhattisgarh
Correct Answer: Uttar Pradesh
Solution : The correct option is Uttar Pradesh.
As of the 2011 Census of India, Uttar Pradesh remained the most populous state in the country. The top five most populous states in India, according to the 2011 census, are Uttar Pradesh, Maharashtra, Bihar,
The Question containing Inaapropriate or Abusive Words
Question lacks the basic details making it difficult to answer
Topic Tagged to the Question are not relevant to Question
Question drives traffic to external sites for promotional or commercial purposes
The Question is not relevant to User
And never miss an important update
