Staff Selection Commission Combined Graduate Level Exam
Question : Directions: By interchanging the given two signs and numbers which of the following equations will be correct? – and +, 6 and 3
Option 1: 7 – 3 × 2 ÷ 6 + 4 = 17
Option 2: 8 × 3 – 6 + 4 ÷ 2 = 49
Option 3: 7 + 6 ÷ 3 × 8 – 5 = 35
Option 4: 9 – 6 ÷ 4 + 3 × 7 = 8
Correct Answer: 8 × 3 – 6 + 4 ÷ 2 = 49
Solution : Let's check the options – First option: 7 – 3 × 2 ÷ 6 + 4 = 17 On interchanging the mathematical signs and numbers, we get – ⇒ 7 + 6 × 2 ÷
Question : Direction: Arrange the following words as per order in the dictionary.
(A) Concession
(B) Conception
(C) Conciliator
(D) Conceive
(E) Concerned
Option 1: (D), (E), (C), (B), (A)
Option 2: (D), (B), (E), (C), (A)
Option 3: (D), (B), (E), (A), (C)
Option 4: (D), (C), (E), (B), (A)
Correct Answer: (D), (B), (E), (A), (C)
Solution : Given:
Start from Conceive because i comes before p
Conceive
Now, write Conception because p comes before r
Conception
Now, write Concerned because i comes before
Question : Directions: Which number will replace the question mark (?) in the following series? 26, 54, 110, 222, ?, 894
Option 1: 446
Option 2: 442
Option 3: 440
Option 4: 444
Correct Answer: 446
Solution : Given: 26, 54, 110, 222, ?, 894
The pattern followed here is –
So, 446 is the missing number in the given series. Hence, the first option is correct.
Question : A, B and C are three students. A got 18% more marks than B and 12% less than C. If B got 220 marks, how many marks have C got?
Option 1: 230
Option 2: 295
Option 3: 240
Option 4: 290
Correct Answer: 295
Solution : Given that B got 220 marks and A got 18% more than that of B, So, A's marks = 118% of 220 = 259.6 Also, A's marks are 12% less than C's marks. ⇒ (100 – 12)% of C's marks = A's marks ⇒ 88%
Question : Directions: Arrange the following words as per order in the dictionary. 1. Brittle 2. Brisk 3. Bright 4. Bride
Option 1: 4, 3, 2, 1
Option 2: 1, 2, 3, 4
Option 3: 2, 3, 4, 1
Option 4: 4, 2, 1, 3
Correct Answer: 4, 3, 2, 1
Solution : Given: 1. Brittle 2. Brisk 3. Bright 4. Bride
Step 1: Compare the first, second, and third letter of each word. Since all the words start with the same letter B, r and i, so, move on to the next
Question : Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the underlined word.
Built by King Narasimhadeva I of the Eastern Ganga dynasty from 1238-1250 CE, the 13th century late-style Kalingan temple forms part of the golden triangle of Odisha, along with Puri and Bhubaneswar, and attracts tourists, pilgrims, and history and art lovers.
Option 1: Embodies
Option 2: Shrouds
Option 3: Elucidates
Option 4: Deters
Correct Answer: Deters
Solution : The correct choice is the fourth option.
The meaning of "deter" is to discourage or prevent someone from doing something, whereas the meaning of "attract" is to cause someone to come to a place or participate in a venture.
The meanings of the other
Question : Direction: In the following question, select the related number from the given alternatives.
4 : 17 :: 7 : ?
Option 1: 50
Option 2: 48
Option 3: 49
Option 4: 51
Correct Answer: 50
Solution : Given: 4 : 17 :: 7 : ?
In this,
4² + 1= 17
Similarly, 7² + 1= 50
Hence, first option is correct answer.
Question : Directions: By interchanging the given two signs and numbers which of the following equations will be correct? × and +, 9 and 6
Option 1: 7 × 6 ÷ 3 + 9 – 8 = 17
Option 2: 6 × 8 – 9 ÷ 3 + 5 = 50
Option 3: 7 + 6 × 4 ÷ 9 – 8 = 8
Option 4: 9 × 7 + 4 ÷ 1 – 6 = 7
Correct Answer: 7 × 6 ÷ 3 + 9 – 8 = 17
Solution : Let's check the options – First option: 7 × 6 ÷ 3 + 9 – 8 = 17 On interchanging the given numbers and symbols, the equation becomes – = 7 + 9 ÷ 3
Question : Directions: In the following question, find the odd number pair from the given alternatives.
Option 1: 36 – 48
Option 2: 56 – 44
Option 3: 78 – 66
Option 4: 33 – 64
Correct Answer: 33 – 64
Solution : Let's check the options — First option: 36 – 48 ⇒ Both are even numbers. Second option: 56 – 44 ⇒ Both are even numbers. Third option: 78 – 66 ⇒ Both are even numbers. Fourth option: 33 – 64 ⇒ 33 is
Question : The chemical name of 'laughing gas' is
Option 1: Nitric Oxide
Option 2: Nitrogen Dioxide
Option 3: Nitrogen Pentaoxide
Option 4: Nitrous Oxide
Correct Answer: Nitrous Oxide
Solution : The correct answer is Nitrous Oxide.
Nitrous oxide (N2O) is a colourless, odourless gas that is non-flammable. It induces exhilaration and is referred to as 'laughing gas'. Humphry Davy coined the term "laughing gas" to describe it. It is used recreationally
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