Staff Selection Commission Sub Inspector Exam
Question : Directions: Select the correct option that indicates the arrangement of the given words in the order in which they appear in an English dictionary. 1. Realistic 2. Readily 3. Reach 4. Really 5. Reactor 6. Realize
Option 1: 3, 5, 1, 2, 6, 4
Option 2: 3, 5, 2, 1, 6, 4
Option 3: 3, 2, 6, 1, 5, 4
Option 4: 3, 5, 6, 1, 2, 4
Correct Answer: 3, 5, 2, 1, 6, 4
Solution : Given: 1. Realistic 2. Readily 3. Reach 4. Really 5. Reactor 6. Realize
Step 1: Compare the first, second, and third letters of each word. Since all the words start with the same letter R and are followed by e
Question : Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom. Part and parcel
Option 1: Passing blame to someone else
Option 2: Agreement with someone
Option 3: A payment system for parcels
Option 4: Basic or essential element
Correct Answer: Basic or essential element
Solution : The correct choice is the fourth option.
The idiom part and parcel means something that is an essential and integral component of a whole or an inseparable part of a larger situation. It implies that the mentioned element is inherent and cannot
Question : Which is the hottest place on Earth?
Option 1: Death Valley - California
Option 2: El Azizia - Libya
Option 3: Jacobabad - Pakistan
Option 4: Atacama - Peru
Correct Answer: El Azizia - Libya
Solution : The correct answer is El Azizia - Libya.
El Azizia Desert is located in northern Libya and has recorded the highest temperature in the world. In 1922, it recorded a temperature of 58 degrees Celsius, the hottest temperature on the Earth. The
Question : The sum of the digits of a two-digit number is 10. The number formed by reversing the digits is 18 less than the original number. Find the original number.
Option 1: 81
Option 2: 46
Option 3: 64
Option 4: 60
Correct Answer: 64
Solution : Let the digit in one's place of the number be $x$ and the digit in ten's place be $y$. So number = 10$y$ + $x$ By reversing that number = 10$x$ + $y$ According to the question, $x$ + $y$ = 10 --------- (1) So,
Question : Directions: In the question, a part of the sentence is in bold. Below are given alternatives to the bold part at 1, 2 and 3 that may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative. In case no improvement is needed, your answer is (4).
They feel very proudly that their team had won the match.
(1) feels very proud
(2) felt very pride
(3) felt very proud
(4) No Improvement
Option 1: 1
Option 2: 2
Option 3: 3
Option 4: 4
Correct Answer: 3
Solution : The correct answer is the third option.
Question :
Directions: In the following question, select the related word from the given alternatives. Eye : Ophthalmologist :: Music : ?
Option 1: Player
Option 2: Conductor
Option 3: Pianist
Option 4: Composer
Correct Answer: Composer
Solution : Given: Eye : Ophthalmologist :: Music : ?
Like, an ophthalmologist is an expert in eye-related problems. Similarly, one who is an expert in music is the composer.
Hence, the fourth option is correct.
Question : Directions: Study the given pattern carefully and select the number that can replace the question mark (?) in it.
Option 1: 47
Option 2: 28
Option 3: 24
Option 4: 19
Correct Answer: 19
Solution : Given:
The pattern can be observed running horizontally along the rows. Row 1: (140 ÷ 5) – 9 = 28 – 9 = 19 Row 2: (130 ÷ 5) – 9 = 26 – 9 =
Question : Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom. Steer clear of
Option 1: Loose temper and react furiously to someone
Option 2: Avoid someone or something because it is dangerous for you
Option 3: Show someone how to do a job or activity
Option 4: Be kind and empathetic to someone
Correct Answer: Avoid someone or something because it is dangerous for you
Solution : The second option is the correct answer.
The idiom is commonly used to convey the idea of staying away from someone or something to avoid potential problems, risks, or dangers. It implies a deliberate effort to
Question : Directions: Arrange the following words in the order in which they appear in an English dictionary. 1. Heist 2. Height 3. Heart 4. Hackle 5. Higher
Option 1: 4, 3, 2,1, 5
Option 2: 5, 4, 3, 1, 2
Option 3: 4, 2,1, 3, 5
Option 4: 3, 5, 4,1, 2
Correct Answer: 4, 3, 2,1, 5
Solution : Given: 1. Heist 2. Height 3. Heart 4. Hackle 5. Higher
Step 1: Compare the first, and second letter of each word. Since all the words start with the same letter H then move on to the next letter. Step 2: The
Question : Two identical circles each of radius $2\;\mathrm{cm}$ intersect each other such that the circumference of each one passes through the centre of the other. What is the area (in $\mathrm{cm^2}$) of the intersecting region?
Option 1: $\frac{8\pi }{3}-2\sqrt{3}$
Option 2: $\frac{8\pi }{3}-\sqrt{3}$
Option 3: $\frac{4\pi }{3}-\sqrt{3}$
Option 4: $\frac{4\pi }{3}-2\sqrt{3}$
Correct Answer: $\frac{8\pi }{3}-2\sqrt{3}$
Solution : Given that the area of the intersecting region of two identical circles each of radius $2\;\mathrm{cm}$. In triangle $\mathrm{AOO', OA = O'A = OO'} = 2\;\mathrm{cm}$ It is an equilateral triangle. $\angle \mathrm{AOO'} = 60^\circ$ $\angle \mathrm{AOB} = 120^\circ$ In $\triangle \mathrm{ACO}$, $\mathrm{AC^2 =
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