Staff Selection Commission Multi Tasking Staff Exam
Question : A dealer purchased a washing machine for Rs. 6400 . After allowing a discount of 20% on its marked price, he still gains 30%. Find the marked price of the washing machine.
Option 1: Rs. 12,000
Option 2: Rs. 10,400
Option 3: Rs. 11,000
Option 4: Rs. 13,000
Correct Answer: Rs. 10,400
Solution : The following formula can be used: Cost Price + Profit = Selling Price The Cost Price = Rs 6400, Profit/ Gain = 30% (Profit based upon cost) ⇒ 6400 + 30% of 6400 = Selling Price ⇒ 6400 + 1920 = Selling Price ⇒
Question : Directions: Select the option related to the sixth number in the same way as the first number is related to the second number and the third number is related to the fourth number. 12 : 132 :: 8 : 56 :: ? : 20
Option 1: 5
Option 2: 6
Option 3: 7
Option 4: 4
Correct Answer: 5
Solution : Given: 12 : 132 :: 8 : 56 :: ? : 20
Subtract 1 from the first number, and then multiply the resultant with the first number, to get the second number in each number pair – Like, 12 : 132→12 × (12 – 1)
Question : Directions: In a certain code language, COFFEE is coded as 40, LEMON is coded as 59, and GINGER is coded as 60. How will TEA be coded in that language?
Option 1: 43
Option 2: 26
Option 3: 29
Option 4: 32
Correct Answer: 26
Solution : Given: COFFEE is coded as 40, LEMON is coded as 59, and GINGER is coded as 60.
Add the positional values to obtain the code. COFFEE→3 + 15 + 6 + 6 + 5 + 5 = 40 LEMON→12 + 5 + 13 + 15
Question : Directions: Seven girls A, B, C, D, E, F, and G are sitting around a circular table facing opposite the centre (not necessarily in the same order). E is second to the right of A. C is the immediate neighbour of E. D is third to the right of C. B is the immediate neighbour of E and A. F is fourth to the right of A. Which of the following statements is correct? I. D is next to the right of G. II. A is third to the left of B.
Option 1: Only II
Option 2: Both I and II
Option 3: Only I
Option 4: Neither I nor II
Correct Answer: Only I
Solution : Given: (I) Seven girls A, B, C, D, E, F, and G are sitting around a circular table facing opposite the centre. (II) E is second to the right of A. C is the immediate neighbour of E. D is third to the right
Question : Select the correctly spelt word.
Option 1: Concensus
Option 2: Concencus
Option 3: Consensus
Option 4: Consencus
Correct Answer: Consensus
Solution : The third option is correct.
The correctly spelt word is consensus.
Consensus refers to a general agreement or opinion among a group of people. It is the correct spelling in this context.
The other options, Concensus, Concencus, and Consencus, are misspellings and are not considered
Question : Directions: You are given the name of a town and a date followed by four alternatives. Of these, only one matches while the others have some mistakes. You are to choose the same as the given one as your answer. Kathmandu 1st November, 1995
Option 1: Kathmandu 1st November, 1995
Option 2: Kathmandu 1rst November, 1995
Option 3: Kathamandu 1st November, 1995
Option 4: Kathmandu 1st Nomember, 1995
Correct Answer: Kathmandu 1st November, 1995
Solution : Given: Kathmandu 1st November, 1995
Let's check each option – First option: Kathmandu 1st November, 1995; This is the same as the address given in the question. Second option: Kathmandu 1rst November, 1995; Here, 1rst is given in place of
Question : Choose the word that can substitute the given group of words. A person holding conversational belief especially in matter of religion
Option 1: Orthodox
Option 2: Prudent
Option 3: Compere
Option 4: Arsonist
Correct Answer: Orthodox
Solution : The correct option will be the first option.
The term "Orthodox" can be used to describe a person holding conventional or traditional beliefs, particularly in matters of religion. An orthodox individual tends to adhere to established or widely accepted principles, doctrines, or practices.
Question : Select the most appropriate synonym of the underlined word in the given sentence.
Some simple changes in eating habits can alleviate nausea.
Option 1: sharpen
Option 2: plague
Option 3: exacerbate
Option 4: relieve
Correct Answer: relieve
Solution : The correct choice is the fourth option.
Alleviate means to make something less severe or to mitigate. Relieve means to make better. It means to make an unpleasant feeling less strong.
The meanings of the other options are as follows:
Question : Comprehension:
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given Select the most appropriate option for each number.
English Ivy (1)_____ its poor reputation as a nuisance by its unparalleled ability to provide shade. By seamlessly covering the exterior of a building, it works as a natural (2)______ blocking the sun and decreasing air conditioning costs. This means big savings for both building tenants and homeowners (3)_____. And it can happen quickly, too. Under the proper conditions, established English Ivy can grow to cover (4)______ of roughly 500 square feet per year. Given that most homes have a roof measuring roughly 2000 square feet, ivy-friendly homeowners can rest assured that their roofs will be (5)____ covered in about four years.
Question:
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank number 5.
Option 1: obsoletely
Option 2: completely
Option 3: incompletely
Option 4: repletely
Correct Answer: completely
Solution : The correct choice is the second option.
Explanation: The sentence discusses the rate at which English ivy can cover roofs. Given the context that established English ivy can grow to cover about 500 square feet per year and most homes have a roof measuring
Question : Directions: Select the option that is related to the third letter cluster in the same way as the second letter cluster is related to the first letter cluster. ROM : SRT :: PNA : ?
Option 1: QQH
Option 2: QQI
Option 3: RQI
Option 4: QRH
Correct Answer: QQH
Solution : Given: ROM : SRT :: PNA : ?
Add 1, 3, and 7 to the place value of the first, second, and third letters of ROM respectively to get the related letter cluster. R + 1 = S; O + 3 = R; M +
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