Staff Selection Commission Sub Inspector Exam
Question : Find the amount (integral value only) if a sum of INR 6,500 is being borrowed at 10% interest per annum for 2 years if interest is compounded half-yearly.
Option 1: INR 8,250
Option 2: INR 7,650
Option 3: INR 8,150
Option 4: INR 7,900
Correct Answer: INR 7,900
Solution : $A=P\times [1+\frac{R}{100}]^{n}$, where $A$, $P$, $R$, $n$, and $T$ are the amount, principal, the rate is half and n = 4 in two years, respectively. According to the question, $A=6500\times [1+\frac{5}{100}]^{2\times 2}$ ⇒ $A=6500\times [1+0.05]^{4}$ ⇒ $A=6500\times [1.05]^{4}$ $\therefore$ $A=$ INR 7,900 Hence, the
Question : Directions: Select the letter cluster that can replace the question mark (?) in the given letter cluster series. ZBQS, WXLM, ?, QPBA, NLWU
Option 1: TSHG
Option 2: TTGH
Option 3: TTGG
Option 4: STGG
Correct Answer: TTGG
Solution : Given: ZBQS, WXLM, ?, QPBA, NLWU
Subtract consecutive numbers starting from 3 to 6 from the positional value of each alphabet to obtain the next term in the series. ZBQS → Z – 3; B – 4; Q – 5; S – 6 = WXLM
Question : Which of the following fundamental rights is given in Article 21?
Option 1: Right to property
Option 2: Right to equality
Option 3: Right to speech
Option 4: Right to life
Correct Answer: Right to life
Solution : The correct answer is the Right to life.
In the Indian Constitution, Article 21 provides the fundamental right to protection of life and personal liberty. It states: "No person shall be deprived of his life or personal liberty except according to procedure established
Question : Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No substitution’. This case is serious. You need to look into this matter; otherwise, the situation will get out of control soon.
Option 1: look up
Option 2: look at
Option 3: No substitution
Option 4: look after
Correct Answer: No substitution
Solution : The correct choice is the third option.
Explanation: The sentence effectively conveys the message that the case is serious, and the need to investigate the matter is emphasised to prevent the situation from escalating out of control. The structure is clear, and the
Question : Directions: Below some statements are given, followed by some conclusions. You have to consider the statements to be true even if they seem to be at variance from commonly known facts. You have to decide which of the given conclusions, if any follow from the given statements. Statements: Some spoons are cups. Some cups are bottles. All bottles are mugs. Conclusions: I. Some mugs are cups. II. Some cups are bottles. III. Some spoons are mugs.
Option 1: Either I or II and III follow
Option 2: Only II follows
Option 3: Only I and II follow
Option 4: All follow
Correct Answer: Only I and II follow
Solution : The possible Venn diagram according to the given statements is as follows –
Let's analyse the conclusions – Conclusion (I): Some mugs are cups – From the Venn diagram, it is evident that the circles representing mugs and cups overlap and
Question : Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the word 'hinderance' in the given sentence and choose the correct option.
The refreshing breeze blew through the open window, bringing relief from the summer heat.
Option 1: Bringing
Option 2: Blew
Option 3: Refreshing
Option 4: Relief
Correct Answer: Relief
Solution : The fourth option is correct.
The most appropriate antonym of the word 'hindrance' in the given sentence is relief.
In the context provided, the word hindrance suggests an obstacle or something that causes difficulty. On the other hand, relief is the opposite, indicating a sense
Question : Which of the following is not a revenue receipt by the government?
Option 1: Cash grants-in-aid from foreign countries and international organisations.
Option 2: Sale of government assets.
Option 3: Fees and other receipts for services rendered by the government.
Option 4: Dividends and profits on investments made by the government.
Correct Answer: Sale of government assets.
Solution : The correct option is the Sale of government assets.
The sale of government assets is typically considered a capital receipt rather than a revenue receipt. Capital receipts involve transactions that either increase the government's liabilities or reduce its assets. Selling government assets
Question : Directions: Select the option that is related to the fourth term in the same way as the first term is related to the second term and the fifth term is related to the sixth term. 12 : 64 :: ? : 116 :: 32 : 144
Option 1: 25
Option 2: 46
Option 3: 35
Option 4: 14
Correct Answer: 25
Solution : Given: 12 : 64 :: ? : 116 :: 32 : 144
Multiply the given number by 4 and then add 16 to the resultant number to obtain the missing term – Here, 12 : 64→(12 × 4) + 16 = 48 + 16 =
Question : The 90-degree East Meridian does not pass through:
Option 1: Sikkim
Option 2: Meghalaya
Option 3: Bangladesh
Option 4: Bhutan
Correct Answer: Sikkim
Solution : The correct answer is Sikkim.
From the North Pole to the South Pole, a line of longitude known as the meridian 90° east of Greenwich runs. To reach the South Pole, it travels through Antarctica, Asia, the Indian and Southern Oceans and the Arctic
Question : Directions: In the following question, select the related number from the given alternatives. 30 : 130 :: ? : ?
Option 1: 20 : 120
Option 2: 37 : 210
Option 3: 42 : 222
Option 4: 49 : 350
Correct Answer: 20 : 120
Solution : Given: 30 : 130 :: ? : ?
Here, the difference between the numbers of both pairs is 100. 30 : 130→130 – 30 = 100 Let's check the options – First option: 20 : 120→120 – 20 = 100 Second option: 37
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