Staff Selection Commission Sub Inspector Exam
Question : Directions: In the following question, some parts of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If the sentence is free from error, select "No Error".
I don't think Neha is a wise as (1) / Sonali, so she is not (2) / competent for this job. (3) / No Error (4)
Option 1: (1)
Option 2: (2)
Option 3: (3)
Option 4: (4)
Correct Answer: (1)
Solution : The error lies in the first part of the sentence.
The article "a" should be replaced with "as" to convey the intended meaning that Neha isn't as wise as compared to Sonali. When making a comparison, the conjunction "as" is firstly followed by the positive
Question : Directions: Two statements are given, followed by two conclusions numbered I and II. Assuming the statements to be true, even if they seem to be at variance with commonly known facts, decide which of the conclusions logically follow(s) from the statements. Statements: I) All actors are singers. II) Some musicians are dancers. Conclusions: I) All dancers are musicians. II) Some singers are actors.
Option 1: Neither Conclusion I nor II follows
Option 2: Only conclusion II follows
Option 3: Both conclusions I and II follow
Option 4: Only conclusion I follows
Correct Answer: Only conclusion II follows
Solution : The possible Venn diagram, according to the given statements is as follows – Let's analyse the conclusions – Conclusion (I): All dancers are musicians – From the Venn diagram, it is evident that the circles representing dancers and musicians intersect and have
Question : Comprehension: Read the given passage carefully and answer the questions that follow.
The world of social media is a strange and wondrous place. It's a world where you can connect with people from all over the globe, share your thoughts and opinions, and maybe even go viral if you're lucky. But let's be real, it's also a world filled with endless cat videos, oversharing, and drama. One of the most interesting things about social media is the way it's changed the way we communicate. We've gone from long, thoughtful emails to quick, abbreviated messages with emojis and acronyms. And don't even get me started on the whole hashtag phenomenon. It's like we're all speaking a different language now. But there are also some downsides to this constant connection. It's easy to get sucked into the world of social media and forget about the real world around us. We're so busy scrolling through our feeds that we forget to enjoy the little moments in life. And let's not forget about the pressure to present the perfect life online. It's like we're all in a competition to see who can be the most popular, the most successful, the most enviable. Despite all of this, I have to admit, I'm still a fan of social media. It's a great way to stay connected with friends and family, and I've even made some new friends through various online communities. Plus, let's face it, sometimes you just need a good laugh at a ridiculous meme. Question: What is the ANTONYM of the word ‘perfect’, as used in the passage?
Option 1: Troublesome
Option 2: Limited
Option 3: Unsatisfactory
Option 4: Laughable
Correct Answer: Unsatisfactory
Solution : The correct choice is the third option.
In the given passage, the antonym of perfect is unsatisfactory. The passage refers to the pressure of presenting a perfect life online, and 'unsatisfactory' contrasts with that by indicating something that is not ideal or fulfilling.
The
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.
Sania was compensated ____ the loss of her belongings at the airport.
Option 1: for
Option 2: of
Option 3: against
Option 4: over
Correct Answer: for
Solution : The second option is the correct choice.
Question : The following pie chart represents the popularity of ice cream flavours in the year 2015. In 2015, if the total sale of chocolate flavour is Rs.5,160, then the total sale (in Rs.) for vanilla flavour is:
Option 1: 4,100
Option 2: 4,120
Option 3: 3,300
Option 4: 5,160
Correct Answer: 3,300
Solution : As per the given chart, If the total sale of the chocolate flavour is Rs. 5,160. $\frac{\text{Vanilla sales}}{\text{Chocolate sales}} = \frac{\text{Vanilla percentage}}{\text{Chocolate percentage}}$ Substituting the given values into the equation, $\text{Vanilla sales} = \frac{\text{Vanilla percentage}}{\text{Chocolate percentage}} \times \text{Chocolate sales} $ $⇒\text{Vanilla sales} =\frac{16.5}{25.8} \times 5160$
Question : Directions: Six students are sitting around a circular table facing the centre. Sonal is sitting second to the right of Lavanya. Rana is sitting second to the right of Sonal. Karishma is sitting third to the right of Rana. Mary is an immediate neighbour of both Rana and Sonal. Who is sitting immediate right of Kumari?
Option 1: Mary
Option 2: Karishma
Option 3: Rana
Option 4: Lavanya
Correct Answer: Lavanya
Solution : Given: Sonal is sitting second to the right of Lavanya. Rana is sitting second to the right of Sonal. Karishma is sitting third to the right of Rana. Mary is an immediate neighbour of both Rana and Sonal.
According to the given information, the seating
Question : The formal British rule in India is understood to have commenced in 1757, after the Battle of ______.
Option 1: The Battle of Plassey
Option 2: The Battle of Wandiwash
Option 3: The Battle of Buxar
Option 4: The Battle of Cuddalore
Correct Answer: The Battle of Plassey
Solution : The correct option is The Battle of Plassey.
The formal British rule in India is understood to have commenced after the Battle of Plassey in 1757. The Battle of Plassey, fought between the British East India Company and the Nawab of Bengal,
Question : Which of the following plant hormones are incorrectly paired?
Option 1: Abscisic acid - transpiration
Option 2: Auxins - apical dominance
Option 3: Cytokinins - senescence
Option 4: Gibberellins - bud and seed dormancy
Correct Answer: Gibberellins - bud and seed dormancy
Solution : The correct option is Gibberellins- bud and seed dormancy.
Gibberellins have been linked to stem elongation, seed germination, and fruit development. They are not associated with bud and seed dormancy. Abscisic acid (ABA) regulates stomatal closure and reduces transpiration. Auxins
Question : A man is born in the year 1896 A.D. If in the year $x^2$ A.D. His age is $(x-4)$, the value of $x$ is:
Option 1: 40
Option 2: 44
Option 3: 36
Option 4: 42
Correct Answer: 44
Solution : Let the man's age be $x$. According to the question, $x^2 - 1896 = x - 4$ or, $x^2 - 1896 - x + 4 = 0$ or, $x^2 - x - 1892 = 0$ or, $x^2 - 44x + 43x - 1892 = 0$
Question : In the following sentence, four words are underlined, out of which one word is incorrectly spelt. Identify the INCORRECTLY spelt word. Traffic accidents are increasing steadily, and large cities are plaged by traffic congestion. Worst of all is the air pollution caused by internal combustion engine, uninterruptedly.
Option 1: plaged
Option 2: uninterruptedly
Option 3: congestion
Option 4: combustion
Correct Answer: plaged
Solution : The correct choice is the first option.
In the given sentence, the word plaged has an error. The correct spelling is plagued, which means afflicted or troubled by something, often used in the context of something persistent or annoying, like traffic congestion.
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