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Question : Find the simple interest on Rs. 2,700 for 8 months at 5 paise per rupee per month.

Option 1: Rs. 950

Option 2: Rs. 720

Option 3: Rs. 540

Option 4: Rs. 1080

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Correct Answer: Rs. 1080


Solution : The required simple interest $=\frac{\text{Principal × Rate × Time}}{100}=(\frac{5 × 2700 × 8}{100})$ = Rs.1080
Hence, the correct answer is Rs. 1080.

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Question : The successive discounts of 15%, 20%, and 25% on an article are equivalent to the single discount of:

Option 1: 60%

Option 2: 47%

Option 3: 49%

Option 4: 40%

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Correct Answer: 49%


Solution : Single discount of the two successive discounts of 15% and 20%
= (15 + 20 – $\frac{15×20}{100}$)% = (35 – 3)% = 32%
Now, the single discount of two successive discounts of 32% and 25%
= (32 + 25 – $\frac{32×25}{100}$)% = (57 – 8)%

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Question : Ajanta and Ellora Caves are situated near which of the following cities?

Option 1: Mount Abu

Option 2: Aurangabad

Option 3: Bijapur

Option 4: Madurai

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Correct Answer: Aurangabad


Solution : The correct answer is Aurangabad.

Ajanta and Ellora caves are located in the Sahyadri range near Aurangabad in Maharashtra. The Ajanta caves were constructed during the Gupta Empire, while the Ellora caves were built by the Rashtrakuta kings. Both sites have been declared UNESCO World

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Question : President of India, Droupadi Murmu presented the_____ of the Digital India Awards on 7th January 2023 in New Delhi.

Option 1: 8th edition

Option 2: 5th edition

Option 3: 7th edition

Option 4: 6th edition

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Correct Answer: 7th edition


Solution : The correct option is the 7th edition

The following seven categories made up the seventh edition of the Awards: Digital Empowerment of Citizens: Advocating for partnership in participatory governance and digital literacy in order to provide universal accessibility, anytime, anywhere access to digital

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Question : Comprehension:
Read the following passage and answer the questions given after it.
In the late 18th century the Industrial Revolution began to transform life in Britain. Until then, most people lived in the countryside and made their living from farming. By the mid-19th century, most people in Britain lived in towns and made their living from mining or manufacturing industries. In 1712 a man named Thomas Newcomen (1663-1729) made primitive steam engines for pumping water from mines. In 1769 James Watt (1736-1819) patented a more efficient steam engine. In 1785 his engine was adapted to driving machinery in a cotton factory. The use of steam engines to drive machines slowly transformed the industry. Meanwhile, during the 1700s Britain built up a great overseas empire. The North American colonies were lost after the War of Independence 1776-1783. On the other hand, after the Seven Years' War 1756-1763, Britain captured Canada and India. Britain also took Dominica, Grenada, St. Vincent and Tobago in the West Indies. In 1707 the Act of Union was passed. Scotland was united with England and Wales. England became part of Great Britain. Owning land was the main form of wealth in the 18th century. Political power and influence were in the hands of rich landowners. At the top were the nobility. Below them were a class of nearly rich landowners called the gentry. In the early 18th century there were another class of landowners called yeomen who were small landowners, described as farmers of the middle class. However, during the century this class became less and less numerous. However other middle class people such as merchants and professional men became richer and more numerous, especially in the towns. Below them were the great mass of the population, craftsmen and labourers. In the 18th century, probably half the population lived at subsistence or bare survival levels.
In the early 18th century England suffered from gin drinking. It was cheap and it was sold everywhere as you did not need a license to sell it. Many people ruined their health by drinking gin. Sadly, for many poor people drinking gin was their only comfort. The situation improved after 1751 when a tax was imposed on gin. At the end of the 17th century, it was estimated the population of England and Wales was about 5 1/2 million. The population of Scotland was about 1 million. The population of London was about 600,000. In the mid-18th century, the population of Britain was about 6 1/2 million. In the late 18th century it grew rapidly and by 1801 it was over 9 million. The population of London was almost 1 million. During the 18th century, towns in Britain grew larger. Nevertheless, most towns still had populations of less than 10,000. However, in the late 18th century new industrial towns in the Midland and the North of England mushroomed. Meanwhile, the population of London grew to nearly 1 million by the end of the century. Other towns were much smaller. The population of Liverpool was about 77,000 in 1800. Birmingham had about 73,000 people and Manchester had about 70,000. Bristol had a population of about 68,000. Sheffield was smaller with 31,000 people and Leeds had about 30,000 people.
Question:
The main theme of the passage is:

Option 1: society in 18th-century England

Option 2: towns in 18th century England

Option 3: expansion of the English Empire in 18th century

Option 4: habits of Englishmen in 18th century England

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Correct Answer: society in 18th-century England


Solution : The correct choice is the first option.

The passage describes the transformation of life in Britain during the late 18th century, particularly due to the Industrial Revolution. It discusses shifts in population distribution, economic activities, technological advancements (such as steam engines),

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Question : If $\frac{1}{a}(a^2+1)=3$, then the value of $\frac{a^6+1}{a^3}$ is:

Option 1: 9

Option 2: 18

Option 3: 27

Option 4: 1

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Correct Answer: 18


Solution : Given:
$\frac{1}{a}(a^2+1)=3$
⇒ $a+\frac{1}{a}=3$
⇒ $(a+\frac{1}{a})^3=3^3$
⇒ $a^3+\frac{1}{a^3}+3×a×\frac{1}{a}(a+\frac{1}{a})=27$
⇒ $a^3+\frac{1}{a^3}+3×3=27$ [as, $a+\frac{1}{a}=3$]
⇒ $a^3+\frac{1}{a^3}=27-9$
$\therefore \frac{a^6+1}{a^3}=18$
Hence, the correct answer is 18.

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Question : What is the average circumference of the standard cricket ball in international cricket as of October 2022?

Option 1: 7.89 inches - 8.45 inches

Option 2: 10.46 inches - 10.90 inches

Option 3: 9.45 inches - 10.20 inches

Option 4: 8.81 inches - 9 inches

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Correct Answer: 8.81 inches - 9 inches


Solution : The correct answer is 8.81 inches - 9 inches.

In international cricket, the average circumference of a standard cricket ball is typically between 8.81 inches and 9 inches. According to the regulations of the International Cricket Council (ICC), the

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Question : Directions: Select the option that is related to the fifth term in the same way as the second term is related to the first term and the fourth term is related to the third term.
121 : 12 :: 225 : 16 :: 441 : ?

Option 1: 21

Option 2: 19

Option 3: 23

Option 4: 22

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Correct Answer: 22


Solution : Given: 
121 : 12 :: 225 : 16 :: 441 : ?

Like, 121 : 12→√121 = 11; 11 + 1 = 12
225 : 16→√225 = 15; 15 + 1 = 16
Similarly, for 441 : ?→√441 = 21 + 1 = 22

So,

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Question : Direction: In the following question, select the one which is different from the other three alternatives.

Option 1: 101

Option 2: 212

Option 3: 326

Option 4: 111

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Correct Answer: 101


Solution : Let's check the options —

First option: 101; 101 is a prime number. This option is different from the other options.

Second option: 212; 212 is not a prime number.

Third option: 326; 326 is not a prime number.

Fourth option: 111; 111 is not

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