Staff Selection Commission Sub Inspector Exam
Question : Directions: Six students Meera, Jigyasa, Tarun, Naina, Shambhavi, and Avni are sitting around a circular table facing the centre (not necessarily in the same order). Shambhavi is an immediate neighbour of both Jigyasa and Avni. Tarun is sitting third to the left of Jigyasa. Meera is sitting second to the right of Avni. Who is sitting third to the right of Meera?
Option 1: Avni
Option 2: Naina
Option 3: Jigyasa
Option 4: Shambhavi
Correct Answer: Shambhavi
Solution : Given: (I) Six students Meera, Jigyasa, Tarun, Naina, Shambhavi, and Avni are sitting around a circular table facing the centre. Shambhavi is an immediate neighbour of both Jigyasa and Avni.
(II) Tarun is sitting third to the left of Jigyasa. Meera is sitting second to
Question : Select the option that will improve the underlined part of the given sentence. In case no improvement is needed, select 'No improvement required'.
In order to succeed in life, we need to work instead waste time.
Option 1: despite wasting time
Option 2: No improvement required
Option 3: in spite of wasting time
Option 4: instead of wasting time
Correct Answer: instead of wasting time
Solution : The fourth option is correct.
Explanation: The appropriate phrase to be used here is instead of, which is a fixed preposition. We always use the preposition "of" with the word "instead". In this context, the phrase instead of wasting time conveys the
Question : A, B, and C enter into a partnership by investing their capitals in the ratio of $\frac{2}{5}: \frac{3}{4}: \frac{5}{8}$. After 4 months, A increased his capital by 50%, but B decreased his capital by 20%. What is the share of B in the total profit of INR 2,82,100 at the end of the year?
Option 1: INR 83,200
Option 2: INR 97,500
Option 3: INR 1,01,400
Option 4: INR 1,00,750
Correct Answer: INR 1,01,400
Solution : Investment ratio of A, B, and C = $\frac{2}{5} : \frac{3}{4} : \frac{5}{8} = 16 : 30 : 25$ So, A's profit : B's profit : C's profit = $(16 \times 4 + 24 \times 8 ) : (30 \times 4 + 24 \times
Question : Directions: Which two numbers should be interchanged in the following equation to make it correct? 24 ÷ 3 + 11 × 6 – 18 = 19
Option 1: 24 and 18
Option 2: 11 and 3
Option 3: 3 and 6
Option 4: 3 and 18
Correct Answer: 3 and 6
Solution : Given: 24 ÷ 3 + 11 × 6 – 18 = 19
Replace the given numbers in the options one by one with the original symbols in the given equation. First option: 24 and 18 = 18 ÷ 3 + 11 × 6
Question : Which of the following chemicals are widely used in gunpowder of fireworks?
Option 1: Silver nitrate and charcoal
Option 2: Silver nitrate and sulphur
Option 3: Potassium sulphate and phosphorous
Option 4: Potassium nitrate, sulphur and charcoal
Correct Answer: Potassium nitrate, sulphur and charcoal
Solution : The correct answer is Potassium nitrate, sulphur and charcoal.
Potassium nitrate, sulphur and charcoal are used in the gunpowder of fireworks. The composition of gunpowder is around 75% potassium nitrate, 15% charcoal and 10% sulphur. Charcoal and sulphur work like fuel
Question : Directions: Which two signs should be interchanged to make the given equation correct? 12 + 156 ÷ 13 × 6 – 100 = 50
Option 1: ÷ and ×
Option 2: + and ×
Option 3: – and ×
Option 4: ÷ and –
Correct Answer: + and ×
Solution : Given: 12 + 156 ÷ 13 × 6 – 100 = 50
Let's check the options – First option: ÷ and × ⇒ 12 + 156 × 13 ÷ 6 – 100 = 50 Solving the L.H.S. of the equation – = 12
Question : Study the given table and answer the question that follows: The table shows the number of students studying in 6 different classes at 6 different schools.
Which class has the minimum number of students from all schools together?
Option 1: VIII
Option 2: IX
Option 3: VII
Option 4: X
Correct Answer: IX
Solution : Observe the total number of students from all schools together. Total number of students in all class V = 917 Total number of students in all class VI = 924 Total number of students in all class VII = 904 Total number of students in
Question : Which article of the Constitution of India deals with the sessions of the Parliament?
Option 1: Article 85
Option 2: Article 89
Option 3: Article 90
Option 4: Article 101
Correct Answer: Article 85
Solution : The correct answer is Article 85.
Article 85 of the Constitution outlines the procedure for calling Parliament into session. The government has the authority to call a meeting of Parliament. The President formalises the decision and calls a meeting of the members of
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 enjoy jogging (1) / and I enjoy (2) / playing the piano. (3) / No Error (4)
Option 1: (1)
Option 2: (2)
Option 3: (3)
Option 4: (4)
Correct Answer: (2)
Solution : The correct choice is the second option.
The error in the sentence is due to the repetition of the phrase "I enjoy". When listing activities or actions, we can use the conjunction "and" to connect them without repeating the subject and verb.
To maintain
Question : Select the most appropriate SYNONYM of the given word.
CONDONE
Option 1: impose
Option 2: prevent
Option 3: forgive
Option 4: forbid
Correct Answer: forgive
Solution : The third option is the correct answer.
Explanation: The word "condone" implies the act of accepting or pardoning behaviour that is considered morally wrong or offensive. Similarly, "forgive" conveys the idea of letting go of resentment or granting pardon for an offence. Both
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