Question 1archived
Select the option that is related to the fifth number in the same way as the second number is related to the first number and the fourth number is related to the third number.
243 : 9 :: 72 : 6 :: 576 : ?
- A
12
- B
18
- C
24
- D
14
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A. 12Logic:
\[\text{First Number} \;=\; (\text{Second Number})^2 \times \Bigl(\tfrac{\text{Second Number}}{3}\Bigr)\]
243 = 9 2 * 9/3
243 = 81 * 3
243 = 243
Similarly,
576 = (?)2 * (?)/3
1728 = (?)3
? = 12
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 2archived
Which two numbers and two signs should be interchanged in the following equation to make it correct?
14 + 16 - 14 × 9 ÷ 4 = 61
- A
16 and 14, + and ×
- B
16 and 9, + and -
- C
14 and 4, - and +
- D
14 and 9, + and ×
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B. 16 and 9, + and -The given equation is: 14 + 16 - 14 × 9 ÷ 4 = 61. If we interchange 16 and 9, and change the signs "+" and "-", the equation becomes: 14 - 9 + 16 × 14 ÷ 4 = 61, which simplifies to: 14 - 9 + 56 = 61, which is correct. Therefore, the correct answer is option 2.
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 3archived
Three statements are given, followed by four conclusions numbered I, II, III and IV. 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:
Some cooks are poets.
All poets are priests.
Some priests are doctors.
Conclusions:
I. Some cooks are priests.
II. Some priests are cooks.
III. All doctors are priests.
IV. Some doctors are priests.
- A
Only conclusions I, II and III follow
- B
None of the conclusions follow
- C
Only conclusions I, II and IV follow
- D
Only conclusions II, III and IV follow
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C. Only conclusions I, II and IV followThe given statements are:
- Some cooks are poets.
- All poets are priests.
- Some priests are doctors.
From these, the conclusions can be drawn as:
- Conclusion I (Some cooks are priests): This is valid, as some cooks are poets and all poets are priests.
- Conclusion II (Some priests are cooks): This is valid for the same reason as Conclusion I.
- Conclusion III (All doctors are priests): This is incorrect, as not all priests are necessarily doctors.
- Conclusion IV (Some doctors are priests): This is valid as some priests are doctors, so some doctors could indeed be priests.
Therefore, only conclusions I, II, and IV follow.
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 4archived
Select the option that represents the correct order of the given words as they would appear in an English dictionary.
1. Cheetah
2. Chemical
3. Cheering
4. Cheese
5. Chestnut
6. Cheaper
- A
6, 3, 4, 1, 2, 5
- B
6, 1, 3, 4, 2, 5
- C
6, 3, 4, 1, 5, 2
- D
2, 3, 1, 4, 6, 5
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A. 6, 3, 4, 1, 2, 5Thus, the correct order is: 6, 3, 4, 1, 2, 5 Therefore, the correct answer is option 1.
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 5archived
Select the option that is related to the fifth number in the same way as the second number is related to the first number and the fourth number is related to the third number.
284 : 142 :: 568 : 284 :: 1136 : ?
- A
568
- B
567
- C
566
- D
569
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A. 568The relationship between the first pair (284 and 142) is:
284 ÷ 2 = 142.
The relationship between the second pair (568 and 284) is:
568 ÷ 2 = 284.
Similarly, the relationship for the third pair (1136 and ?):
1136 ÷ 2 = 568.
Therefore, the correct answer is 568.
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 6archived
Which two signs should be interchanged to make the given equation correct?
2 × 236 − 2 + 36 ÷ 72 = 200
- A
÷ and −
- B
− and +
- C
× and +
- D
+ and ÷
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A. ÷ and −The original equation is:
2 × 236 − 2 + 36 ÷ 72 = 200. By interchanging the division (÷) sign with the subtraction (−) sign, the equation becomes:
2 × 236 ÷ 2 − 36 + 72 = 200.
This simplifies as follows: 472 ÷ 2 = 236, 236 − 36 = 200, which is correct. Therefore, the correct answer is option 1: ÷ and −.
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 7archived
Two different positions of the same dice are shown, the six faces of which are marked with the letters U to Z. Select the letter that will be on the face opposite the face showing ‘W’.

- A
Y
- B
V
- C
X
- D
Z
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A. YFrom the dice positions shown, we can deduce the following relationships:
- In the first position, W is opposite X.
- In the second position, V is opposite Y.
Thus, the face opposite to W in the first die must be Y, which is confirmed by the second die. Therefore, the correct answer is option 1: Y.
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 8archived
Select the word-pair that best represents a similar relationship to the one expressed in the pair of words given below.
Auger : Bore
- A
Axe : Grind
- B
Plier : Carve
- C
Spanner : Dig
- D
Needle : Sew
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D. Needle : SewAn auger is a tool used to bore (make a hole in) material, such as wood or earth. Similarly, a needle is a tool used to sew (join) fabric together. Both relationships are tools and their corresponding functions.
Therefore, the correct answer is option 4: Needle : Sew.
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 9archived
Select the option that is related to the fifth letter-cluster in the same way as the second letter-cluster is related to the first letter-cluster and the fourth letter-cluster is related to the third letter-cluster.
ADOPT : DAOTP :: FINAL : IFNLA :: HUMOR : ?
- A
UOHMR
- B
UHMRO
- C
UHOMR
- D
UHMOR
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B. UHMROThe relationship between the words follows a pattern of letter rearrangement. In the first case, "ADOPT" becomes "DAOTP" by swapping the positions of 'O' and 'T'. Similarly, "FINAL" becomes "IFNLA" by swapping 'I' and 'F'. Following this pattern, "HUMOR" should become "UHMRO", as it involves swapping 'M' and 'O'.
Therefore, the correct answer is option 2: UHMRO.
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 10archived
Three Statements are given followed by Three conclusions numbered I, II and III. 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:
- Some sweets are chocolates.
- All chocolates are cookies.
- Some cookies are healthy.
Conclusions:
I. Some sweets are cookies.
II. Some cookies are chocolates.
III. Some chocolates are sweets.
- A
Both conclusions II and III follow.
- B
Both conclusions I and II follow.
- C
All conclusions follow.
- D
Both conclusions I and III follow.
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C. All conclusions follow.Let's analyze the statements and conclusions:
- Statement 1: Some sweets are chocolates.
- Statement 2: All chocolates are cookies.
- Statement 3: Some cookies are healthy.
Based on these statements:
- Conclusion I (Some sweets are cookies): This conclusion follows because some sweets are chocolates, and all chocolates are cookies, so some sweets must be cookies.
- Conclusion II (Some cookies are chocolates): This is true because all chocolates are cookies (but not all cookies are chocolates).
- Conclusion III (Some chocolates are sweets): This conclusion follows because some sweets are chocolates, as stated in Statement 1.
Thus, all three conclusions logically follow from the given statements.
Therefore, the correct answer is option 3: All conclusions follow.
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 11archived
Select the option that is related to the fifth letter-cluster in the same way as the second letter-cluster is related to the first letter-cluster and the fourth letter-cluster is related to the third letter-cluster.
CROWN : OYRVH :: TABLE : FNEEY :: UNREAL : ?
- A
LAERNU
- B
NDHVSA
- C
NCHUSB
- D
MCHVSA
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D. MCHVSAThe pattern in this question involves rearranging the letters of the word. Let's analyze the word "CROWN" and "OYRVH" first:
- C → O
- R → Y
- O → R
- W → V
- N → H
This shows that each letter in "CROWN" is shifted in a certain pattern to get "OYRVH". Now, let's apply the same logic to "TABLE" and "FNEEY":
- T → F
- A → N
- B → E
- L → E
- E → Y
Now, following the same pattern for the word "UNREAL":
- U → M
- N → C
- R → H
- E → V
- A → S
- L → A
Thus, the correct answer is "MCHVSA" which is Option 4.
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 12archived
A paper is folded and cut as shown below. How will it appear when unfolded?

- A
Option A (shown in image)
- B
Option B (shown in image)
- C
Option C (shown in image)
- D
Option D (shown in image)
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A. Option A (shown in image)The paper is folded in a particular way, and a shape is cut out from it. When unfolded, the cut will create a symmetrical pattern. The correct pattern will resemble four similar cut shapes, as shown in Option 1. The other options do not match the unfolding pattern correctly.
Therefore, the correct answer is option 1.
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 13archived
Select the option that represents the letters that, when placed from left to right in the following blanks, will complete the letter-series.
R E U _ T R _ _ Q T R E W _ _ R E _ _ T
- A
Q E V Q T X Q
- B
Q F W Q T X Q
- C
Q E W Q T Y R
- D
Q F V Q T X R
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A. Q E V Q T X QThe given series follows a pattern where each letter is sequentially repeated in a pattern from left to right. The missing letters should fill the blanks in such a way that they form a continuous, logically progressing sequence. Based on this pattern, the correct answer is option 1: Q E V Q T X Q.
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 14archived
Select the option that is related to the third term in the same way as the second term is related to the first term and the sixth term is related to the fifth term.
15 : 52 :: 33 : ________ :: 22 : 73
- A
121
- B
122
- C
106
- D
111
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C. 106The relationship between the terms is based on a mathematical operation. For the pair 15 and 52, the operation is: 15 × 3 + 7 = 52. Similarly, for 33, we apply the same logic: 33 × 3 + 7 = 106. Therefore, the correct answer is option 3: 106.
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 15archived
Looking at a picture of Suraj, Mr. Gaurav said, “He is the son of my paternal grandfather’s only son.” How is Gaurav related to Suraj in the picture?
- A
Son's son
- B
Father
- C
Father's brother’s son
- D
Brother
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D. BrotherSince Suraj is the son of Mr. Gaurav's paternal grandfather's only son, the only son of Mr. Gaurav's paternal grandfather is Mr. Gaurav's father. Therefore, Suraj is Mr. Gaurav's brother. The correct answer is option 4: Brother.
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 16archived
In a certain code language, 'MARS' is coded as “51” and 'STARS' is coded as “77”. How will 'MOON' be coded in that language?
- A
55
- B
54
- C
56
- D
57
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D. 57Based on the given code language, we deduce that the code is based on the sum of the alphabetical positions of the letters in each word. For example:
In 'MARS': M (13), A (1), R (18), S (19) → 13 + 1 + 18 + 19 = 51 (which matches the code for MARS).
Similarly, for 'MOON': M (13), O (15), O (15), N (14) → 13 + 15 + 15 + 14 = 57.
Therefore, 'MOON' is coded as 57, which is option 4.
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 17archived
Select the figure that will replace the question mark (?) in the following figure series.

- A
Option A (shown in image)
- B
Option B (shown in image)
- C
Option C (shown in image)
- D
Option D (shown in image)
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A. Option A (shown in image)The series follows a pattern where the position and arrangement of shapes (circle and triangle) and letters (A, B, C, D) change systematically. By examining the pattern, we deduce that the missing figure corresponds to the arrangement found in Option 1. The pattern involves alternating the positions and shapes as they appear sequentially.
Therefore, the correct answer is option 1.
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 18archived
Select the set in which the numbers are related in the same way as are the numbers of the given set.
(NOTE: Operations should be performed on the whole numbers, without breaking down the numbers into its constituent digits. E.g. 13 - Operations on 13 such as adding/subtracting/multiplying etc. to 13 can be performed. Breaking down 13 into 1 and 3 and then performing mathematical operations on 1 and 3 is not allowed.)
(4, 25, 6)
(3, 28, 9)
- A
(4, 17, 6)
- B
(2, 17, 8)
- C
(3, 17, 9)
- D
(4, 17, 8)
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B. (2, 17, 8)Let's analyze the relationship between the numbers in the first set (4, 25, 6) and apply it to the other sets. For the set (4, 25, 6):
4 × 6 = 24; 25 − 24 = 1. This means 4 and 6 multiply to give a product close to the second term, and subtracting it from 25 gives a result of 1.
In the second set (2, 17, 8):
2 × 8 = 16; 17 − 16 = 1, which follows the same pattern.
Therefore, the correct answer is option 2: (2, 17, 8).
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 19archived
Select the set in which the numbers are related in the same way as are the numbers of the given set.
(NOTE: Operations should be performed on the whole numbers, without breaking down the numbers into its constituent digits. E.g. 13 - Operations on 13 such as adding/subtracting/multiplying etc. to 13 can be performed. Breaking down 13 into 1 and 3 and then performing mathematical operations on 1 and 3 is not allowed.)
(100, 2, 150)
(50, 5, 240)
- A
(10, 8, 98)
- B
(14, 16, 8)
- C
(10, 5, 200)
- D
(16, 8, 126)
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D. (16, 8, 126)For the first set (100, 2, 150):
100 × 2 = 200, 200 − 50 = 150.
For the second set (50, 5, 240):
50 × 5 = 250, 250 − 10 = 240. This matches the pattern in the first set.
Now, for the set (16, 8, 126):
16 × 8 = 128, 128 − 2 = 126, which follows the same relationship as the first set.
Therefore, the correct answer is option 4: (16, 8, 126).
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 20archived
Select the figure from among the given options that can replace the question mark (?) in the following series.

- A
Option A (shown in image)
- B
Option B (shown in image)
- C
Option C (shown in image)
- D
Option D (shown in image)
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D. Option D (shown in image)The pattern involves alternating between the shape and the color of the figures. In the first three figures, the colors and shapes alternate systematically. Based on the sequence, the correct answer is Option 4, where the figure follows the alternating pattern correctly.
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 21archived
A + B' means 'A is the sister of B'.
'A - B' means 'A is the wife of B'.
'A × B' means 'A is the brother of B'.
'A ÷ B' means 'A is the father of B'.
If L + M + N - O ÷ P × Q, then which of the following statements is NOT correct?
- A
O is the father of Q.
- B
L is the daughter of N.
- C
P is the son of N.
- D
M is the sister of the wife of O.
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B. L is the daughter of N.Let's break down the given relationships:
- 'L + M' means L is the sister of M.
- 'M + N' means M is the sister of N.
- 'O ÷ P' means O is the father of P.
- 'P × Q' means P is the brother of Q.
Now, evaluating the statements:
1. 'O is the father of Q' is true based on the given information.
2. 'L is the daughter of N' is incorrect because L is M's sister, and M is N's sister.
3. 'P is the son of N' is true, as P is the brother of Q, and M is N's sister.
4. 'M is the sister of the wife of O' is true based on the relationship with M and O's wife.
Thus, the correct answer is option 2: 'L is the daughter of N', as it is NOT correct.
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 22archived
Select the correct mirror image from the following options, when the mirror is placed on the right side of the given figure.

- A
Option A (shown in image)
- B
Option B (shown in image)
- C
Option C (shown in image)
- D
Option D (shown in image)
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C. Option C (shown in image)The pattern in the image involves identifying how the figure would appear when the mirror is placed on the right side. The figure shown in the question is reflected symmetrically, and the correct mirrored version is option 3, where all shapes and positions are correctly mirrored across the vertical axis.
Therefore, the correct answer is option 3.
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 23archived
Select the correct mirror image of the given combination when the mirror is placed at MN as shown in the figure.

- A
Option A (shown in image)
- B
Option B (shown in image)
- C
Option C (shown in image)
- D
Option D (shown in image)
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D. Option D (shown in image)The mirror image is formed by flipping the given combination along a vertical axis, reflecting everything on the right side to the left. Option 4 is the correct mirror image because it appropriately mirrors the letters, numbers, and symbols according to the reflection rule.
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 24archived
In a certain code language, 'DEN' is coded as 27 and 'SNAKE' is coded as 125. How will 'CAVE' be coded in the same language?
- A
64
- B
46
- C
32
- D
16
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A. 64Solution 💡
Let's analyze the given codes to find the underlying pattern:
'DEN' is coded as 27
Count the number of letters in 'DEN'. There are 3 letters.
If we cube the number of letters: $3^3 = 3 \times 3 \times 3 = 27$. This matches the given code.
'SNAKE' is coded as 125
Count the number of letters in 'SNAKE'. There are 5 letters.
If we cube the number of letters: $5^3 = 5 \times 5 \times 5 = 125$. This also matches the given code.
Based on these examples, the pattern is clearly the cube of the number of letters in the word.
Applying the Pattern to 'CAVE' 📝
Now, let's apply this established pattern to 'CAVE':
Count the number of letters in 'CAVE'. There are 4 letters.
According to the pattern, the code for 'CAVE' will be the cube of the number of letters.
So, the code will be $4^3$.
Calculation: $4^3 = 4 \times 4 \times 4 = 64$.
Conclusion ✅
Therefore, in this coding language, 'CAVE' will be coded as 64.
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 25archived
Select the number from among the given options that can replace the question mark (?) in the following series.
2, 4, 12, 48, 240, ?
- A
720
- B
1440
- C
360
- D
480
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B. 1440Series: 2, 4, 12, 48, 240, ?
Observe the pattern of multipliers between consecutive terms:
\(2 \times 2 = 4\)
\(4 \times 3 = 12\)
\(12 \times 4 = 48\)
\(48 \times 5 = 240\)
The multipliers are 2, 3, 4, 5, ... so the next multiplier is 6.
\(240 \times 6 = 1440\)
Hence, the missing number is 1440.
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 26archived
The Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana is for Indian citizens in the age group of ____________.
- A
40 to 70 years
- B
18 to 50 years
- C
29 to 55 years
- D
35 to 60 years
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B. 18 to 50 yearsThe Pradhan Mantri Jeevan Jyoti Bima Yojana (PMJJBY) is an insurance scheme aimed at providing life cover to Indian citizens. The eligible age group for this scheme is between 18 and 50 years, making option 2 the correct answer.
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 27archived
Pandit Jasraj, Bhimsen Joshi, and Zakir Hussain are associated with which form of music?
- A
Jazz Music
- B
Pop Music
- C
Hindustani Classical Music
- D
Carnatic Music
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C. Hindustani Classical MusicPandit Jasraj and Bhimsen Joshi are legendary figures in Hindustani Classical Music, and Zakir Hussain is renowned for his contribution to classical percussion in this tradition. Hence, option 3, Hindustani Classical Music, is the correct answer.
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 28archived
Lord Curzon declared the partition of __________ in 1905.
- A
Central Provinces
- B
Punjab
- C
United Provinces
- D
Bengal
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D. BengalIn 1905, Lord Curzon, the then Viceroy of India, announced the partition of Bengal, which was primarily done to divide the Bengali-speaking population and reduce the power of the Bengal Presidency. This led to widespread protests and later the partition was reversed in 1911.
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 29archived
Which of the following can be referred to in the estimation of poverty?
- A
Average Marginal Utility
- B
Maximum Support Value
- C
Minimum Support Price
- D
Monthly Per Capita Expenditure
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D. Monthly Per Capita ExpenditureThe estimation of poverty often involves calculating the monthly per capita expenditure, which is used to determine the poverty line. This figure helps in identifying how much a person needs to spend on basic needs like food, shelter, and clothing. Therefore, option 4 is the correct answer.
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 30archived
Guru Shashadhar Acharya was awarded the Padma Shri in 2020 for his contribution to which of the following?
- A
Odissi Chaiti Ghoda dance
- B
Folk and Sufi singing
- C
Kathak dance and training
- D
Chhau dance
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D. Chhau danceGuru Shashadhar Acharya was recognized with the Padma Shri in 2020 for his contributions to Chhau dance, a traditional dance form from the eastern regions of India. The dance involves graceful and energetic movements, and Shashadhar Acharya played a crucial role in promoting and training artists in this form.
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 31archived
According to the Indian calendar, Vasant Season falls in which months?
- A
Chaitra-Vaisakha
- B
Jyastha-Asadha
- C
Margashirsa-Pausa
- D
Sravana-Bhadra
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A. Chaitra-VaisakhaVasant (Spring) season, according to the Indian Hindu calendar, falls during the months of Chaitra and Vaisakha. These months generally correspond to March-April in the Gregorian calendar. This season is associated with pleasant weather and blooms.
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 32archived
Which of the following was one of the first countries to use iron for the manufacture of weapons in as early as 1700 BCE?
- A
Romania
- B
Morocco
- C
India
- D
Bulgaria
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A. RomaniaRomania is one of the first regions known to have used iron for weapon-making as early as 1700 BCE. This period marks the Iron Age, where advancements in metallurgy allowed the creation of stronger weapons and tools compared to earlier bronze implements.
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 33archived
Which plant is considered a noxious weed that has a chemical defence mechanism to protect it from predators?
- A
Calotropis
- B
Chicory
- C
Black henbane
- D
Field bindweed
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A. CalotropisCalotropis, commonly known as "milkweed" or "deadly cotton," is a noxious weed. It produces toxic compounds such as cardenolides, which deter herbivores from feeding on it. These compounds act as a chemical defense against predators.
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 34archived
Who discovered that diborane reacts with aldehydes and ketones to produce dialkoxyboranes, which are hydrolyzed by water to produce alcohols?
- A
HC Brown
- B
Hugo Rudolph Kruyt
- C
Arthur Stoll
- D
Arne Tiselius
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A. HC BrownHC Brown, a notable American chemist, is credited with discovering the reaction of diborane with aldehydes and ketones to produce dialkoxyboranes, which are hydrolyzed by water to yield alcohols. This reaction is fundamental in organic chemistry, particularly in the synthesis of boron compounds.
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 35archived
Singhraj Adhana is associated with which of the following sports events?
- A
Badminton
- B
High jump
- C
Shooting
- D
Discus throw
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C. ShootingSinghraj Adhana is an Indian athlete associated with shooting sports. He has represented India in international shooting competitions and is known for his performances in events such as the 10m air pistol event.
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 36archived
The origin of ‘Carnatic music’ is related to which of the following Dynasties?
- A
Bahamani
- B
Chola
- C
Pandaya
- D
Vijayanagar
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D. VijayanagarCarnatic music is a classical music form that originated in South India, and its roots are particularly connected to the Vijayanagar Empire, which played a significant role in promoting and organizing this music during its time.
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 37archived
Ramakrishna Gopal Bhandarkar and Mahadev Govind Ranade carried out their work of religious reforms in Maharashtra through which of the following organisations?
- A
Prarthana Samaj
- B
Atmiya Sabha
- C
Theosophical Society
- D
Brahmo Samaj
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A. Prarthana SamajThe Prarthana Samaj, founded by Mahadev Govind Ranade and others, was instrumental in bringing about social reforms in Maharashtra, focusing on religious and social equality, education, and justice for women.
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 38archived
Shri Omprakash Mitharval was in news for being conferred with Arjuna Award 2022 for his outstanding contribution in which of the following sports?
- A
Wushu
- B
Table Tennis
- C
Shooting
- D
Weightlifting
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C. ShootingShri Omprakash Mitharval, an Indian shooter, was awarded the Arjuna Award in 2022 for his exceptional achievements in the sport of shooting, particularly in the 10m air pistol event.
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 39archived
In which of the following years did India celebrate its 73rd Republic Day?
- A
2022
- B
2019
- C
2021
- D
2020
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A. 2022India celebrated its 73rd Republic Day on 26th January 2022, marking the anniversary of the Constitution of India coming into effect.
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 40archived
In which of the following states is the National Sports University located?
- A
Manipur
- B
Punjab
- C
Madhya Pradesh
- D
Assam
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A. ManipurThe National Sports University is located in Manipur, and it aims to train athletes and coaches and promote sports excellence in India.
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 41archived
What is the correct sequence of layers of Earth from the outside of the planet to the inside?
- A
Mantle (outermost) - core - crust (innermost)
- B
Crust (outermost) - core - mantle (innermost)
- C
Crust (outermost) - mantle - core (innermost)
- D
Core (outermost) - mantle - crust (innermost)
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C. Crust (outermost) - mantle - core (innermost)The correct sequence of the Earth's layers from the outermost to innermost is: Crust (outermost) - Mantle - Core (innermost).
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 42archived
Which of the following dances is NOT predominantly performed in the Indian state of Odisha?
- A
Paika
- B
Ghumra
- C
Dhap
- D
Bhavai
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D. BhavaiBhavai is a traditional folk dance predominantly performed in the state of Gujarat, not Odisha. The other dances mentioned are associated with Odisha.
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 43archived
The minimum requirement of microfinance loans for NBFC-MFIs is ________.
- A
75% of the total assets
- B
75% of the total equity
- C
90% of the total assets
- D
80% of the total equity
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A. 75% of the total assetsThe minimum requirement of microfinance loans for NBFC-MFIs (Non-Banking Financial Company-Micro Finance Institutions) is 75% of the total assets as per the guidelines set by the RBI for these institutions.
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 44archived
Which of the following statements are correct regarding removal of the President of India?
A. The impeachment process can be initiated in the either House of Parliament.
B. The impeachment charges must be signed by the one-third members of the House in which the process is initiated.
C. In the impeachment process, a 30 days' notice should be given to the President.
D. The impeachment resolution is passed by a majority of two-thirds of the total membership of that House.
- A
B and C only
- B
A, B and C only
- C
A, B, C and D
- D
A and D only
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D. A and D onlyLet's analyze each statement regarding the removal of the President of India:
A. The impeachment process can be initiated in either House of Parliament.
This statement is correct. Article 61 of the Indian Constitution states that charges for impeachment can be initiated in either the Lok Sabha or the Rajya Sabha.
B. The impeachment charges must be signed by the one-third members of the House in which the process is initiated.
This statement is incorrect. According to Article 61(2), the charges must be signed by at least one-fourth of the total membership of the House which frames the charges.
C. In the impeachment process, a 30 days' notice should be given to the President.
This statement is incorrect. Article 61(2) specifies that the President should be given at least fourteen days' notice in writing, signed by not less than one-fourth of the total membership of the House, of the intention to move the resolution.
D. The impeachment resolution is passed by a majority of two-thirds of the total membership of that House.
This statement is correct. Article 61(4) states that a resolution for impeachment must be passed by a majority of not less than two-thirds of the total membership of that House.
Therefore, the correct statements are A and D.
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 45archived
Which of the following is NOT a Fundamental Right mentioned in the Indian Constitution?
- A
Right to vote
- B
Right to equality
- C
Right to freedom of religion
- D
Right to freedom
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A. Right to voteThe Right to vote is not a Fundamental Right. It is a constitutional right, but it is not included as one of the Fundamental Rights under Part III of the Indian Constitution.
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 46archived
What is the common term for Ancylostoma?
- A
Tape worm
- B
Round worm
- C
Filaria worm
- D
Hookworm
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D. HookwormThe common term for Ancylostoma is Hookworm, which is a parasitic worm that infects the intestines of humans, causing a disease known as hookworm infection.
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 47archived
1,3-Dimethylbenzene also known as:
- A
BHC
- B
m-Xylene
- C
Toluene
- D
terelene
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B. m-Xylene1,3-Dimethylbenzene is also known as m-Xylene. It is a type of aromatic hydrocarbon, commonly used as a solvent in industry.
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 48archived
Who is known as the father of the green revolution in the world?
- A
Ralph Bunche
- B
Linus Pauling
- C
MS Swaminathan
- D
Norman Borlaug
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D. Norman BorlaugNorman Borlaug is known as the father of the Green Revolution, recognized for his pioneering work in agricultural science that helped increase food production worldwide, particularly through the development of high-yielding crop varieties.
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 49archived
The State of Kerala Vs Leesamma Joseph case deals with ________.
- A
Dowry
- B
The economic weaker section
- C
Education
- D
Persons with disabilities
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D. Persons with disabilitiesThe State of Kerala Vs Leesamma Joseph case dealt with issues surrounding persons with disabilities, focusing on their rights and provisions for protection and equality under the law in India.
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 50archived
When was the Smart Cities Mission launched in India?
- A
2017
- B
2016
- C
2015
- D
2014
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C. 2015The Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs, Government of India has launched the Smart Cities Mission on 25 June 2015.
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 51archived
Which number among 34623, 34716, 34782 and 34783 is NOT divisible by 3?
- A
34716
- B
34783
- C
34623
- D
34782
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B. 34783A number is divisible by 3 if the sum of its digits is divisible by 3. Let's test:
34623 → 3+4+6+2+3 = 18 → divisible by 3 ✔️
34716 → 3+4+7+1+6 = 21 → divisible by 3 ✔️
34782 → 3+4+7+8+2 = 24 → divisible by 3 ✔️
34783 → 3+4+7+8+3 = 25 → ❌ Not divisible by 3
Hence, 34783 is NOT divisible by 3.
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 52archived
Two circles touch each other externally at P. AB is a direct common tangent to the two circles. If A and B are points of contact and ∠PAB = 65°, then ∠ABP is _________.
- A
35°
- B
15°
- C
5°
- D
25°
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D. 25°In this geometry problem, ∠PAB and ∠ABP are angles on a straight line. So, by linear pair property:
∠PAB + ∠ABP = 90°
Given ∠PAB = 65°
Then, ∠ABP = 90° - 65° = 25°
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 53archived
Two persons started running on a circular track simultaneously with speeds of 20 m/s and 30 m/s in opposite directions. If the circumference of the circular track is 100 m, then find at how many distinct points they will cross each other?
- A
3
- B
2
- C
10
- D
5
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D. 5Relative speed = 20 + 30 = 50 m/s (opposite directions)
Time to meet = Circumference / Relative Speed = 100 / 50 = 2 sec
In 100 seconds (LCM of 100 and 50), they will meet 100 / 2 = 50 times
Since it's a circular track, the number of distinct crossing points = LCM of (Speed1, Speed2) / GCD of (Speed1, Speed2)
LCM(20, 30) = 60; GCD = 10 → 60 / 10 = 6 points - 1 (initial point) = 5 distinct points
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 54archived
If (a + b + c) = 12, and (a² + b² + c²) = 50, find the value of (a³ + b³ + c³ – 3abc).
- A
36
- B
24
- C
42
- D
48
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A. 36We use the identity:
a³ + b³ + c³ – 3abc = (a + b + c)(a² + b² + c² – ab – bc – ca)
We are given:
a + b + c = 12, a² + b² + c² = 50
We also use: (a + b + c)² = a² + b² + c² + 2(ab + bc + ca)
→ 12² = 50 + 2(ab + bc + ca) → 144 = 50 + 2(ab + bc + ca)
→ 94 = 2(ab + bc + ca) → ab + bc + ca = 47
Now, a³ + b³ + c³ – 3abc = 12(50 – 47) = 12 × 3 = 36
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 55archived
A saree bought for ₹500 is marked at 16% profit and later on sold at a sales discount of x% on the marked price. If the selling price of the saree is ₹493, find the value of x.
- A
18
- B
16
- C
17
- D
15
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D. 15Cost Price (CP) = ₹500
Marked Price (MP) = CP + 16% of CP = 500 + 16% of 500 = ₹580
Selling Price (SP) = ₹493
Let x% be the discount.
Selling Price = MP × (1 - x/100)
493 = 580 × (1 - x/100)
⇒ (1 - x/100) = 493/580
⇒ 1 - x/100 = 0.85
⇒ x/100 = 0.15
⇒ x = 15%
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 56archived
The following pie chart shows the different coloured dresses worn by 60 students in a college party. Study the pie chart and answer the question that follows.
The degrees (central angle) for the blue coloured dress (sector which represents 40%) is:

- A
180°
- B
60°
- C
120°
- D
144°
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D. 144°Total angle in a circle = 360°
Given: blue dress represents 40%
Required central angle = 40% of 360° = (40/100) × 360 = 144°
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 57archived
In a group of 32 students, the average weight was 18.5 kg. When 4 students left the group, the average came down to 15.5 kg. What was the average weight (in kg) of those 4 students?
- A
39.5
- B
37.5
- C
27.5
- D
36.5
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A. 39.5Total weight of 32 students = 32 × 18.5 = 592 kg
After 4 students left, 28 students remained with average = 15.5 kg
Total weight of remaining 28 = 28 × 15.5 = 434 kg
Weight of 4 students who left = 592 - 434 = 158 kg
Average weight of 4 students = 158 / 4 = 39.5 kg
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 58archived
If secθ = 4/3, what is the value of tan²θ + tan⁴θ?
- A
112/81
- B
256/81
- C
64/27
- D
16/81
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A. 112/81We are given secθ = 4/3.
Using identity: sec²θ = 1 + tan²θ
⇒ (4/3)² = 1 + tan²θ ⇒ 16/9 = 1 + tan²θ ⇒ tan²θ = 16/9 - 1 = 7/9
So, tan²θ = 7/9
⇒ tan⁴θ = (7/9)² = 49/81
⇒ tan²θ + tan⁴θ = 7/9 + 49/81 = 63/81 + 49/81 = 112/81
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 59archived
The wages (in) earned by a labourer in twelve months of a year are shown in the following bar graph.
What is the average wage (in ₹) received by the labourer in the first five months of the year?

- A
9,300
- B
9,000
- C
9,100
- D
9,200
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B. 9,000Wages in first five months:
January = 9500, February = 9400, March = 9600, April = 8000, May = 8500
Total = 9500 + 9400 + 9600 + 8000 + 8500 = 45,000
Average = 45000 / 5 = ₹9,000
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 60archived
Simplify the following expression:

- A
−31/233
- B
31/232
- C
41/232
- D
−31/232
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D. −31/232Simplify numerator:
12 + 5 − 3 + 71 = 85
\(\frac{72}{36} = 2\), 6 × 7 = 42 → \((2 + 42)/11 = 44/11 = 4\)
(51 + 4 − 13) = 42, (13 − 84) = -71 → 42 - 71 = -29
Now expression becomes:
(85 + 4 × -29) / 232 = (85 - 116) / 232 = -31 / 232
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 61archived
Using
\[ \cot(A − B) = \frac{\cot A \cot B + 1}{\cot B − \cot A} \]
Find the value of cot 15°
- A
2 + √3
- B
2 − √3
- C
√3 − 1
- D
√3 + 1
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A. 2 + √3cot 15° = cot(45° − 30°)
Apply identity:
cot(A−B) = (cot A · cot B + 1) / (cot B − cot A)
cot 45° = 1, cot 30° = √3
⇒ (1·√3 + 1)/(√3 − 1) = (√3 + 1)/(√3 − 1)
Multiply numerator and denominator by (√3 + 1):
⇒ (√3 + 1)² / (3 − 1) = (3 + 2√3 + 1)/2 = (4 + 2√3)/2 = 2 + √3
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 62archived
If P cos α = 3 and 4 tan α = Q, then what is the relation between P and Q, which is independent of α?
- A
9/P² + 16/Q² = 1
- B
9/P² − 16/Q² = 1
- C
P²/9 − Q²/16 = 1
- D
P²/9 + Q²/16 = 1
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C. P²/9 − Q²/16 = 1P cos α = 3 ⇒ cos α = 3/P
4 tan α = Q ⇒ tan α = Q/4
Use identity: tan²α = (1 − cos²α)/cos²α
tan²α = (1 − (9/P²)) / (9/P²) = (P² − 9)/9
Now: tan²α = (Q²/16)
Equating both:
(Q²/16) = (P² − 9)/9
⇒ 9Q² = 16(P² − 9)
⇒ P²/9 − Q²/16 = 1
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 63archived
In △ABC, the internal bisectors of ∠B and ∠C meet at O. If ∠BAC = 72°, then the value of ∠BOC is:
- A
110°
- B
126°
- C
136°
- D
146°
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B. 126°In triangle ABC, the internal bisectors of ∠B and ∠C meet at point O (the incenter). Using the angle bisector theorem: ∠BOC = 90° + (A/2)
Given ∠A = 72° → ∠BOC = 90° + 72°/2 = 90° + 36° = 126°
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 64archived
The lateral area of a cylinder is 3168 cm² and its height is 48 cm. Find the volume.
- A
5244 cm³
- B
5544 cm³
- C
5644 cm³
- D
16632 cm³
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D. 16632 cm³Lateral surface area of a cylinder = 2πrh = 3168
Given h = 48 cm
⇒ 2πr × 48 = 3168 → r = 3168 / (2π × 48) = 10.5 cm
Volume = πr²h = π × (10.5)² × 48 = 3.14 × 110.25 × 48 ≈ 16632 cm³
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 65archived
A shopkeeper allows a discount of 10% on the printed price of his goods and thus gains 20%. What is the ratio between the cost price and the printed price of the item?
- A
3 : 4
- B
2 : 3
- C
4 : 5
- D
1 : 2
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A. 3 : 4Let printed price be ₹100. Discount = 10%, so selling price = ₹90
Gain = 20%, so cost price = 90 / 1.2 = ₹75
Required ratio of cost price to printed price = 75 : 100 = 3 : 4
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 66archived
A can do a work in 4 days and B in 12 days. If they work on it together for 2 days, then the fraction of the work that will be left is:
- A
2/3
- B
2/5
- C
1/3
- D
1/5
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C. 1/3A’s 1 day work = 1/4, B’s 1 day work = 1/12
Combined 1 day work = 1/4 + 1/12 = (3 + 1)/12 = 4/12 = 1/3
In 2 days, they complete = 2 × 1/3 = 2/3 of the work
Work left = 1 - 2/3 = 1/3
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 67archived
Inlet Pipes A and B can together fill an empty tank in 1.5 hours. Outlet Pipe C, when opened alone, can empty the completely filled tank, in 4.5 hours. When only Pipes A and C are opened together, the empty tank is filled in 6 hours. Find the time taken by Pipe B, when opened alone, to fill the empty tank.
- A
3 hours 30 minutes
- B
3 hours 36 minutes
- C
3 hours 32 minutes
- D
3 hours 40 minutes
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B. 3 hours 36 minutes(A + B)’s 1 hour work = 1 / 1.5 = 2/3
C’s 1 hour work (emptying) = -1 / 4.5 = -2/9
(A + C)’s 1 hour work = 1 / 6
Let A = a, B = b, C = -2/9
a + b = 2/3 … (1)
a - 2/9 = 1/6 ⇒ a = 1/6 + 2/9 = (3 + 4)/18 = 7/18
Substitute in (1): 7/18 + b = 2/3 ⇒ b = 2/3 - 7/18 = (12 - 7)/18 = 5/18
So, B alone fills in 18/5 hrs = 3 hours 36 minutes
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 68archived
If (3y − 3/y) = 5, find the value of (y² + 1/y²).
- A
47/9
- B
49/9
- C
41/9
- D
43/9
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D. 43/9Given: (3y − 3/y) = 5
Divide both sides by 3: y − 1/y = 5/3
Square both sides: (y − 1/y)² = (5/3)² = 25/9
⇒ y² + 1/y² − 2 = 25/9
⇒ y² + 1/y² = 25/9 + 2 = 25/9 + 18/9 = 43/9
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 69archived
A thief committed a crime and escaped from the spot at a speed of 12 m/h. A Security guard started chasing him 20 minutes after the thief started running and caught him in the next 20 minutes. What is the speed (in m/h) of the Security guard?
- A
24
- B
30
- C
32
- D
36
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A. 24In 20 minutes, the thief travels: (12 × 1/3) = 4 km
The security guard covers the same distance in 20 minutes (1/3 hour).
So speed = distance/time = 4 / (1/3) = 12 × 3 = 24 m/h
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 70archived
A man took a loan of ₹32,400 at a certain rate of simple interest per annum. The rate of interest is one-fourth of the number of years for which the loan is taken. If he paid ₹11,664 as interest at the end of the loan period, the rate of interest was:
- A
3%
- B
8%
- C
5%
- D
12%
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A. 3%Let the time be T years and rate = T/4 %.
Using Simple Interest formula: SI = (P × R × T) / 100
⇒ 11664 = (32400 × T × T/4) / 100
⇒ 11664 = (32400 × T²) / 400
⇒ T² = (11664 × 400) / 32400 = 144
⇒ T = 12 years
Rate = T/4 = 12/4 = 3%
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 71archived
The wheel of a lorry has radius 182 cm. The number of revolutions (approximately) per minute the lorry wheel will make is _____ (if the speed of the lorry is 66 km/h).
- A
100
- B
96
- C
1144
- D
66
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B. 96Speed = 66 km/h = 66000 m/h = 1100 m/min
Circumference = 2 × π × r = 2 × 3.14 × 1.82 = 11.43 m
Revolutions = 1100 / 11.43 ≈ 96 rev/min
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 72archived
The monthly income of a person was Rs.80,000 and his monthly expenditure was Rs.45,000. Next year, his income increased by 16% and his expenditure increased by 8%. Find the percentage increase in his savings (correct to 2 decimal places).
- A
26.29%
- B
25.35%
- C
44.36%
- D
30.25%
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A. 26.29%Original income = ₹80,000; Original expenditure = ₹45,000
Original savings = ₹80,000 - ₹45,000 = ₹35,000
New income = ₹80,000 + 16% of ₹80,000 = ₹80,000 × 1.16 = ₹92,800
New expenditure = ₹45,000 + 8% of ₹45,000 = ₹45,000 × 1.08 = ₹48,600
New savings = ₹92,800 - ₹48,600 = ₹44,200
Increase in savings = ₹44,200 - ₹35,000 = ₹9,200
Percentage increase = (9200 / 35000) × 100 = 26.29%
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 73archived
A woman is 28 years older than her son. In three years, her age will be twice the age of her son. The present age of the son is:
- A
28 years
- B
20 years
- C
22 years
- D
25 years
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D. 25 yearsLet the son's present age be x years.
Then, woman's present age = x + 28
After 3 years, son's age = x + 3 and woman's age = x + 28 + 3 = x + 31
Given: x + 31 = 2(x + 3)
⇒ x + 31 = 2x + 6
⇒ 31 - 6 = 2x - x
⇒ x = 25
Therefore, the son's present age is 25 years.
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 74archived
Anil and Bipin together can complete a work in 15 days, while Bipin alone can finish it in 20 days. In how many days can Anil alone finish the work?
- A
40
- B
60
- C
65
- D
30
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B. 60Anil + Bipin's 1 day work = 1/15
Bipin's 1 day work = 1/20
Anil's 1 day work = 1/15 - 1/20
= (4 - 3)/60 = 1/60
So, Anil alone can complete the work in 60 days.
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 75archived
The seats for Mathematics, English and Chemistry in a school are in the ratio of 6: 4: 7. If these seats are increased by 20%, 40% and 60%, respectively, the ratio of the increased seats is:
- A
9:7:8
- B
9:7:14
- C
1:2:3
- D
7:9:14
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B. 9:7:14The initial ratio of seats is: 6 : 4 : 7
Mathematics: 6x × 1.2 = 7.2x
English: 4x × 1.4 = 5.6x
Chemistry: 7x × 1.6 = 11.2x
The new ratio is: 7.2x : 5.6x : 11.2x, which simplifies to:
9 : 7 : 14
Correct Answer: 9 : 7 : 14 (Option 2)
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 76archived
Select the option that expresses the given sentence in passive voice. Is he not driving a car?
- A
Was he not driving a car?
- B
Is a car not being driven by him?
- C
Is a car not been driven by him?
- D
Does he not drive a car?
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B. Is a car not being driven by him?The given sentence "Is he not driving a car?" is in the active voice. To convert it into passive voice, we need to change the subject (he) to the object of the sentence and the object (a car) to the subject. The correct passive voice form is: "Is a car not being driven by him?"
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 77archived
Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word. Managers who delegate reduce their work load.
- A
Retain
- B
Appoint
- C
Nominate
- D
Depute
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A. RetainThe word "delegate" means to assign or entrust responsibility to someone else. The antonym of "delegate" would be "retain," meaning to keep or hold on to something. Therefore, the correct answer is "retain."
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 78archived
Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word. Innate
- A
Learned
- B
Aquatic
- C
Natural
- D
Replete
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A. LearnedThe word "innate" means inborn or natural, something that is inherent. The antonym would be "learned," which refers to something that is acquired through education or experience. Therefore, the correct answer is "learned."
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 79archived
Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word. Incredible
- A
Realistic
- B
Unachievable
- C
Unbelievable
- D
Reasonable
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C. UnbelievableThe word "Incredible" means something that is impossible or very difficult to believe; extraordinary or astonishing.
Among the given options, "Unbelievable" carries the same meaning — something that cannot be believed — making it the correct synonym.
The other options do not fit:
Realistic means sensible and practical, the opposite of incredible.
Unachievable means impossible to accomplish, which relates to feasibility, not believability.
Reasonable means fair, sensible, or moderate, again opposite in sense.
Hence, the correct answer is "Unbelievable".
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 80archived
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank. Radium is a white powder that __________ table salt.
- A
looks like
- B
look like
- C
will look like
- D
looking like
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A. looks likeThe correct answer is "looks like".
The sentence describes Radium as "a white powder that __________ table salt." The subject of the relative clause is "a white powder", which is singular. According to subject-verb agreement rules in the simple present tense, a singular subject takes the verb form ending in -s. Therefore, "looks like" correctly agrees with the singular subject.
The other options are incorrect:
"look like" is the plural/base form and violates subject-verb agreement with the singular subject.
"will look like" is the simple future tense, which does not fit the descriptive, general-fact context of the sentence.
"looking like" is a non-finite present participle and cannot serve as the main verb of the relative clause.
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 81archived
Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word. Vendetta
- A
Dilemma
- B
Disagreement
- C
Vacillation
- D
Passion
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B. DisagreementThe word "vendetta" refers to a prolonged series of acts or conflict, usually resulting from a long-standing dispute or a bitter personal conflict. The closest synonym is "disagreement," which conveys a sense of ongoing conflict or lack of harmony, much like a vendetta. Other options such as "dilemma," "vacillation," and "passion" do not correctly capture the essence of "vendetta." Therefore, the correct answer is "disagreement."
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 82archived
Select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.
They are the people which are looking to expand their horizons in the fast growing tourism industry.
- A
which looked to expand
- B
who is looking to expand
- C
who are looking to expand
- D
that are looked to expand
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C. who are looking to expandThe correct form of the relative pronoun here is "who," which refers to people (a plural noun). The correct verb form is "are looking" to maintain subject-verb agreement. Therefore, "who are looking to expand" is the correct option.
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 83archived
Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word.
Most of the things in life are transient.
- A
Boring
- B
Permanent
- C
Toxic
- D
Fleeting
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B. Permanent"Transient" refers to something temporary or short-lived. The antonym of transient is "permanent," which refers to something lasting or enduring. Thus, "permanent" is the correct opposite of "transient."
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 84archived
The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error.
Sky appears blue / as it absorbs / all colours / and reflects only blue.
- A
reflects only blue
- B
all colours and
- C
Sky appears blue
- D
as it absorbs
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C. Sky appears blueThe error in the sentence lies in the segment "Sky appears blue." The subject ("Sky") should be followed by the verb "appears" and should ideally be paired with a more specific descriptive phrase. The grammatical issue arises due to awkward phrasing. A more natural construction could be "The sky appears blue" or "The sky looks blue
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 85archived
Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.
Child bereaved of one or both the parents
- A
Destitute
- B
Orphan
- C
Lout
- D
Desolate
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B. OrphanThe correct one-word substitute for "Child bereaved of one or both the parents" is "Orphan." An orphan refers to a child whose parents are deceased. "Destitute" means lacking basic necessities, "Lout" refers to an uncouth person, and "Desolate" means barren or abandoned, which are not the correct meanings for this context.
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 86archived
Select the correct spelling for the INCORRECTLY spelt word in the given sentence.
Science has made prrogress in leaps and bounds over the years.
- A
leap
- B
progress
- C
sceince
- D
bound
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B. progressThe word "prrogress" is incorrectly spelled. The correct spelling is "progress."
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 87archived
Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.
Having a consistency that does not easily yield to pressure
- A
Substantial
- B
Firm
- C
Ramrod
- D
Close
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B. FirmThe one-word substitute for "Having a consistency that does not easily yield to pressure" is "Firm," which means strong and unyielding.
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 88archived
Describe how you will tell your teacher that the windmill is being built by Master Yadav in active voice.
- A
The windmill is be built by Master Yadav.
- B
Master Yadav been building the windmill.
- C
Master Yadav build the windmill.
- D
Master Yadav is building the windmill.
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D. Master Yadav is building the windmill.The correct active voice for the sentence is "Master Yadav is building the windmill." This sentence accurately reflects the present continuous tense, indicating the action being performed by Master Yadav.
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 89archived
Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined word in the given idiom.
She is an awful bore; she is always blowing her own saxophone.
- A
flute
- B
lyre
- C
trumpet
- D
violin
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C. trumpetThe phrase "blowing her own trumpet" is a common idiom that means talking about oneself in a self-important way, often to boast. Therefore, "trumpet" is the correct substitution for "saxophone" in this idiom.
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 90archived
Sentences of a paragraph are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the sentences in the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph:
A. Graphology tells them about the candidates’ temperaments, highlighting both weaknesses and strengths.
B. Many companies use it for executive recruitment and analysis.
C. Despite public scepticism, graphology plays a covert role in British management.
D. Modern graphology began early in the 19th century when French churchman Jean Hippolyte Michon created the first graphological ‘catalogue’.
- A
DCBA
- B
ABCD
- C
ABDC
- D
CBDA
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A. DCBAThe correct order of the sentences is DCBA. The paragraph discusses the role of graphology in British management, starting with its early development, its role in modern management, and its use in companies for recruitment and analysis. The first sentence, which introduces graphology, should come last as a concluding point.
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 91archived
Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Blow something out of (all) proportion.
- A
Make things difficult for someone without reason
- B
Leave someone at a time when they need you to stay and help them
- C
Control the level of something in order to stop it increasing
- D
Behave as if something that has happened is much worse than it really is
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D. Behave as if something that has happened is much worse than it really isThe idiom "Blow something out of proportion" means to exaggerate or make something seem much worse than it actually is. Therefore, the correct meaning is "Behave as if something that has happened is much worse than it really is."
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 92archived
The following sentence has been divided into parts. One of them may contain an error. Select the part that contains the error from the given options. If you don’t find any error, mark ‘No error’ as your answer.
A celestial body or astronomical object is / a naturally occurring physical thing, association, / or configuration that happens in the visible universe.
- A
No error
- B
A celestial body or astronomical object is
- C
or configuration that happens in the visible universe
- D
a naturally occurring physical thing, association
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A. No errorThe sentence is grammatically correct. There is no error, and the part "A celestial body or astronomical object is" is valid as it is, forming a proper structure.
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 93archived
Select the word with the correct spelling to fill in the blank.
Have you ever tried to order ____________ in a restaurant?
- A
Cabbage
- B
Cebbage
- C
Cebege
- D
Cabidge
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A. CabbageThe correct spelling is "Cabbage." It refers to a vegetable that is commonly found on restaurant menus. The other options are misspellings of the word "cabbage."
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 94archived
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
The __________ purpose of the coaching was to identify the talented players.
- A
mean
- B
mine
- C
mane
- D
main
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D. mainThe correct word to fill in the blank is "main," as it refers to the primary or most important purpose. The word "mean" refers to something unkind or the average, which doesn't fit the context.
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 95archived
Sentences of a paragraph are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the sentences in the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph.
A. Quipu, a type of knotted rope employed by the Incas of South America, served as a memory aid.
B. Different colours were used to dye the strings.
C. Yellow represented money while red stood for battle or warriors.
D. Do you realise that five yellow knots represented five gold coins?
- A
BCAD
- B
BDAC
- C
ADBC
- D
ABCD
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D. ABCDThe correct order is "ABCD." The paragraph starts by introducing Quipu, then moves to the colours and their meanings, and finally explains the significance of the knots.
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 96archived
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 1
- A
reason
- B
foundation
- C
justification
- D
cause
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B. foundationIn the given passage, we need to select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank for the sentence:
Sentence: The cornea, a transparent covering, and a spherical lens make up the eye's lens system, just like any other camera. The retina is a kind of ‘reusable film’. This is the (1) _______ for images.
Options:
reason
foundation
justification
cause
Correct Answer: The most appropriate option for blank (1) is foundation. This is because the "foundation" fits well with the context of the sentence, referring to the key role the retina plays in capturing images, similar to the foundation in a camera system.
Final Answer: 2. foundation
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 97archived
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 2.
- A
lane
- B
side
- C
top
- D
surface
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D. surfaceThe word "surface" fits best in this context as it refers to the outermost layer or boundary of something. "Lane," "side," and "top" don't convey the appropriate meaning in this context. "Surface" is the most fitting choice for completing the phrase logically.
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 98archived
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 3.
- A
alone
- B
together
- C
consciously
- D
separately
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B. togetherThe word "together" is the most appropriate word to complete the sentence, as it implies that the action or event happens in unison. The words "alone," "consciously," and "separately" do not logically fit in the context of the sentence as well as "together" does.
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 99archived
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 4.
- A
abolishing
- B
destroying
- C
demonstrating
- D
eliminating
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D. eliminatingThe word "eliminating" is the most appropriate choice as it conveys the idea of removing something completely, which fits well in many contexts. "Abolishing" and "destroying" are similar but less fitting in some contexts where "eliminating" is more precise. "Demonstrating" does not fit the context of the sentence, as it refers to showing or presenting something rather than removing it.
Paper & answer key PDF ↗ Question 100archived
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 5.
- A
big
- B
high
- C
small
- D
large
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C. smallThe word "small" is the most appropriate choice in this case because it aligns better with the context of the sentence. "Big," "high," and "large" can be used for things that are typically large in size, but "small" is a more suitable option when the context is talking about something that is not large or expansive. The terms "big" and "large" generally refer to something larger, while "small" contrasts appropriately with them.
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