Staff Selection Commission Combined Graduate Level Exam
Question : Rearrange the parts of the sentence in the correct order. We looked for P. strong relationships at locations in the Q. genome that are not well studied in R. apple and looked for which compounds we S. could identify and which had nutritional value
Option 1: QSRP
Option 2: QRPS
Option 3: SPQR
Option 4: PQRS
Correct Answer: PQRS
Solution : The correct choice is the fourth option.
It begins by stating the broader context of looking for strong relationships at locations in the genome that are not well studied (P and Q). Then, it specifies the focus on apple (R). Finally, it concludes with
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.
If you do well in the exam next year then my efforts ________ successful.
Option 1: Have been
Option 2: Would have been
Option 3: Will be
Option 4: Has been
Correct Answer: Will be
Solution : The correct choice to fill in the blank is the third option.
The simple present tense is followed by the simple future tense as per the first conditional. It conveys that the success of the speaker's efforts is contingent upon the future outcome.
Therefore,
Question : Which of the following is a plant tissue?
I. Meristematic tissue
II. Permanent tissue
Option 1: Only II
Option 2: Both I and II
Option 3: Neither I nor II
Option 4: Only I
Correct Answer: Both I and II
Solution : The correct option is Both I and II.
Both meristematic tissue and permanent tissue are types of plant tissues.
I. Meristematic tissue:
Question : Directions: Read the graph and answer the following question: Which year indicates the highest sales ever recorded for the product Dew-drop?
Option 1: 1988
Option 2: 1992
Option 3: 1989
Option 4: 1993
Correct Answer: 1992
Solution : According to the given bar graph: In 1992, the sales of Dew-drop reached a peak of 30 lakhs, indicating the highest sales ever recorded for the product. Hence, the correct answer is 1992.
Question : Which dynasty succeeded the Chalukyas in the Western India ?
Option 1:
Cholas
Option 2: Kakatiyas
Option 3: Pallavas
Option 4: Rashtrakutas
Correct Answer: Rashtrakutas
Solution : Correct Answer is Rashtrakutas
Following the decline of the Chalukya Kingdom of Kalyani at the end of the 12th century and the Chola Kingdom at the beginning of the 13th century, new kingdoms developed in South India, including the Yadavas of Devagiri, the Kakatiyas of
Question : Direction: Which one of the given responses would be a meaningful order of the following?
1. Chapter
2. Index
3. Bibliography
4. Introduction
5. Preface
Option 1: 2, 4, 1, 3, 5
Option 2: 4, 2, 5, 1, 3
Option 3: 5, 2, 4, 1, 3
Option 4: 5, 1, 4, 3, 2
Correct Answer: 5, 2, 4, 1, 3
Solution : Given:
Preface: This section provides an introduction to the book.
Index: The index is a list of terms or topics with page numbers.
Introduction: The introduction sets the stage for the
Question : Direction: In each of the following question, select the missing number from the given responses.
Option 1: 26
Option 2: 30
Option 3: 25
Option 4: 23
Correct Answer: 25
In the first row, 24 + 20 + 37 = 81
In the second row, 31 + 25 = 56 → 81 – 56 = 25
In the third row, 26 + 36 + 19
Question : The expansion for AIDS is
Option 1: Active Immuno Deficiency Syndrome
Option 2: Acquired Individual Disease Syndrome
Option 3: Acquired Immuno Deficiency Syndrome
Option 4: Acquired Immuno Disease Syndrome
Correct Answer: Acquired Immuno Deficiency Syndrome
Solution : The correct option is Acquired Immuno Deficiency Syndrome.
AIDS is an abbreviation for Acquired Immunodeficiency Syndrome. It is a chronic, potentially fatal disease caused by the human immunodeficiency virus (HIV). HIV damages the body's immune system, making it difficult to fight infections.
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).
The teacher was stimulated by the mischievous behaviour of the students.
(1) provoked
(2) evoked
(3) inspired
(4) No Improvement
Option 1: (1)
Option 2: (2)
Option 3: (3)
Option 4: (4)
Correct Answer: (1)
Solution : The sentence can be improved using the first option, "provoked".
"Provoked" means to stimulate, often due to some action or behaviour. In the sentence, the teacher's reaction is a result of the mischievous behaviour of the students, so "provoked" fits well.
The meanings of
Question : Comprehension: In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
Music can improve mood, decrease pain and anxiety, and facilitate opportunities for emotional expression. Research (1)______ that music can benefit our physical and mental health in numerous ways. Music can (2)______ the brain’s production of the hormone dopamine. This increased dopamine production helps (3)________ feelings of anxiety and depression. Music is processed directly by the amygdala, which is the part of the brain (4)________ in mood and emotions. By reducing stress levels and providing a strong competing stimulus to the pain (5) ________ that enter the brain, music therapy can assist in pain management.
Question: Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank 2.
Option 1: provide
Option 2: furnish
Option 3: exhaust
Option 4: boost
Correct Answer: boost
In the context of the passage, the blank is discussing how music affects the brain's production of dopamine. The most appropriate word to convey a positive impact on dopamine production is boost. This choice aligns with the
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