Staff Selection Commission Combined Graduate Level Exam
Question : If Rs. 2,500 becomes Rs. 2,970.25 in 2 years at compound interest compounded annually, what is the yearly rate of interest (in %)?
Option 1: 7
Option 2: 9
Option 3: 11
Option 4: 13
Correct Answer: 9
Solution : Principal amount, P = Rs. 2,500 Term, n = 2 years Total amount A = Rs. 2,970.25 Let the rate be $R$. Total amount after 2 years A = $P(1+\frac{R}{100})^{2}$ ⇒ Rs. 2,970.25 = Rs. 2,500$(1+\frac{R}{100})^{2}$ ⇒ $(1+\frac{R}{100})^{2}$ = $\frac{2970.25}{2500}$ ⇒ $(1+\frac{R}{100})$ = $\sqrt{1.1881}$ ⇒
Question : Sentences with spelling errors are given. Select the sentence with "No Error".
Option 1: The psycologists who are a major part of the investigasion interviewed the witnesses.
Option 2: The psychologists who are a major part of the investigasion interviewed the witneses.
Option 3: The psycologists who are a major part of the investigation interviewed the witneses.
Option 4: The psychologists who are a major part of the investigation interviewed the witnesses.
Correct Answer: The psychologists who are a major part of the investigation interviewed the witnesses.
Solution : The fourth option is the correct choice.
The psychologists, who are a major part of the investigation, interviewed the witnesses.
Question : Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. Not only is my brother intelligent though hard working too.
Option 1: or hard working
Option 2: but hard working
Option 3: so hard working
Option 4: yet hard working
Correct Answer: but hard working
Solution : The correct choice is the second option.
The structure "Not only... but also" is a correlative conjunction pair used to emphasise two qualities or characteristics, indicating that both qualities are present in the same subject (in this case, the speaker's brother).
The conjunction
Question : Sarthak and Mohan have been assigned work to design a room for a ceremony, Sarthak can design the entire room in 12 days, while Mohan can design the room in 15 days. In how many days will the work be completed if they work together? (Rounded off to 2 decimal places)
Option 1: 5.67
Option 2: 6.67
Option 3: 7.33
Option 4: 6.00
Correct Answer: 6.67
Solution : Given: Sarthak can design the entire room in 12 days. Mohan can design the room in 15 days. Sarthak's 1 days work = $\frac{1}{12}$ Mohan's 1 days work = $\frac{1}{15}$ Together their work in 1 day = $\frac{1}{12}+\frac{1}{15}=\frac{3}{20}$ So, the work be completed if they
Question : Directions: In the following question, select the related number from the given alternatives. 12 : 54 :: 15 : ?
Option 1: 56
Option 2: 64
Option 3: 67
Option 4: 69
Correct Answer: 69
Solution : Given: 12 : 54 :: 15 : ?
Multiply the first number by 5 and then subtract 6 from it to obtain the second number. Like, 12 : 54→(12 × 5) – 6 = 60 – 6 = 54 Similarly, follow the same pattern for
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.
Four of the most popular forms, i.e., Facebook, Twitter, Snapchat, and Instagram, of social media (1)_________ great damage upon young people's mental health. These four platforms have a negative effect because they can (2)_________ children's and young people's body image worries, and worsen bullying, sleep problems, anxiety, depression, and loneliness. The findings follow growing (3)_________ among politicians, health bodies, doctors, and parents about young people suffering harm as a result of cyberbullying and social media (4)__________ feelings of self-loathing and leading them to commit suicide. However, the leader of the UK's psychiatrists said these findings were too simplistic, and they (5)_________ blamed social media for the complex reasons why the mental health of so many young people is suffering.
Question:
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank number 3.
Option 1: concern
Option 2: consternate
Option 3: bridle
Option 4: poise
Correct Answer: concern
Solution : The correct choice is the first option.
Explanation: The word "concern" is the most suitable choice in the context of growing worry among politicians, health bodies, doctors, and parents. It indicates a heightened level of attention or unease about the impact of social media
Question : A thief is noticed by a policeman from a distance of 500 m. The thief starts running and the policeman chases him. The thief and the policeman run at the rates of 17 km/hr and 20 km/hr, respectively. What is the distance between them after 8 minutes?
Option 1: 100 m
Option 2: 180 m
Option 3: 200 m
Option 4: 150 m
Correct Answer: 100 m
Solution : The thief and the policeman run at the rates of 17 km/hr and 20 km/hr, respectively. Relative speed between the thief and the policeman = 20 – 17 = 3 km/hr Distance covered by them in 8 minutes $=3 \times\frac{5}{18} \times8\times 60= 400$ m
Question : Directions: By interchanging the given two signs and numbers which of the following equations will be correct? + and –, 2 and 4
Option 1: 9 – 5 ÷ 4 × 2 + 8 = 80
Option 2: 7 × 4 – 2 ÷ 1 + 5 = 13
Option 3: 7 – 8 ÷ 2 + 16 × 4 = 18
Option 4: 5 + 7 × 4 – 8 ÷ 2 = 5
Correct Answer: 7 × 4 – 2 ÷ 1 + 5 = 13
Solution : Let's check the options – First option: 9 – 5 ÷ 4 × 2 + 8 = 80 On interchanging the given signs and numbers, the equation becomes – ⇒ 9 + 5 ÷ 2
Question : In ancient times, the area to the south of the Ganga was known as _____________.
Option 1: Magadha
Option 2: Kosala
Option 3: Anga
Option 4: Matsya
Correct Answer: Magadha
Solution : The correct option is Magadha.
The region of India south of the Ganges River was formerly called Magadha. In the Indian subcontinent, Magadha was a prominent kingdom that had a major impact on early Indian history, especially during the time of the Buddha and
Question : Select the most appropriate adverb to fill in the blank. Nitha can assemble the students of her class ____________.
Option 1: perfect
Option 2: distract
Option 3: slow
Option 4: quickly
Correct Answer: quickly
Solution : The fourth option is correct.
In the context of the sentence, the adverb quickly indicates that Nitha can gather the students in a fast and efficient manner. It reflects the speed with which she can organise or assemble the group.
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