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Question : Directions: In the following question, select the related word from the given alternatives.
Frog : Amphibian :: Lizard : ?

Option 1: Rodent

Option 2: Mammal

Option 3: Reptile

Option 4: Insect

Team Careers360 26th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: Reptile


Solution : Given:
Frog : Amphibian :: Lizard : ?

A frog belongs to the category of amphibians.
Similarly, a lizard belongs to the category of reptiles.

Hence, the third option is correct.

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Question : Select the most appropriate synonym of the underlined word.

The internationally agreed Declaration of the Small Island Developing States (SIDS) Accelerated Modalities of Action, the so-called S.A.M.O.A Pathway, recognises that SIDS remains a special case for sustainable development in view of their unique and particular vulnerabilities.

Option 1: vast

Option 2: unsuitable

Option 3: rare

Option 4: imperishable

Team Careers360 26th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: imperishable


Solution : The most appropriate choice is the fourth option.

Explanation: Imperishable means not subject to decay or deterioration lasting indefinitely. In the context of sustainable development imperishable aligns with the idea of something that can be maintained over time, making it the most appropriate synonym for sustainable in the given sentence.

The meanings of the other options are as follows:

  • Vast: It means extremely large in size or extent.

  • Unsuitable: It means not appropriate or not fitting for a particular purpose.

  • Rare: It means not common or occurring infrequently.

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Question : Direction: In the following question, which of the following interchange of signs would make the given equation correct?

(8 – 8) + 8 × 32 = 64

Option 1: ×, +, –

 

 

Option 2: –, ÷, +

Option 3: +, ÷, +

Option 4: +, ÷, ×

Team Careers360 27th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: +, ÷, ×


Solution : Given:
(8 – 8) + 8 × 32 = 64

Let's check the options —

First option: ×, +, –
On replacing → (8 × 8) + 8 – 32 = 64
= (8 × 8) + 8 – 32
= 64 + 8 – 32
= 72 – 32
= 40 ≠ 64

Second option: –, ÷, +
On replacing → (8 – 8) ÷ 8 + 32 = 64
= (8 – 8) ÷ 8 + 32
= 0 ÷ 8 + 32
= 0 + 32
= 32 ≠ 64

Third option: +, ÷, +
On replacing → (8 + 8) ÷ 8 + 32 = 64
= (8 + 8) ÷ 8 + 32
= 16 ÷ 8 + 32
= 2 + 32
= 34 ≠ 64

Fourth option: +, ÷, ×
On replacing → (8 + 8) ÷ 8 × 32 = 64
= (8 + 8) ÷ 8 × 32
= 16 ÷ 8 × 32
= 2 × 32
= 64

Hence, the fourth option is correct.

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Question : Directions: Three of the following four-letter clusters are alike in a certain way and one is different. Pick the odd one out.

Option 1: HMS

Option 2: AFZ

Option 3: KQP

Option 4: DIW

Team Careers360 27th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: KQP


Solution : Let's check the options –
First option: HMS→S is the opposite letter of H; H + 5 = M
Second option: AFZ→Z is the opposite letter of A; A + 5 = F
Third option: KQP→P is the opposite letter of K; K + 6 = Q
Fourth option: DIW→W is the opposite letter of D; D + 5 = I

So, only the third option is different from the other three options as the difference between the place values of the first and second letters is 6 instead of 5. Hence, the third option is correct.

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Question : Select the most appropriate antonym of the given word.

IMPECCABLE

Option 1: Blemished

Option 2: Unsullied

Option 3: Flawless

Option 4: Exquisite

Team Careers360 27th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: Blemished


Solution : The first option is correct.

Explanation:
Impeccable means to describe something or someone without any flaws. Blemished means marked or spoiled by a flaw or by multiple flaws. It is clear that impeccable and blemished have opposite meanings.

The meanings of the other options are as follows:

  • Unsullied means not tarnished or impure; clean, pure, and untainted.
  • Flawless means perfect or without any imperfections; free from defects or blemishes.
  • Exquisite means extremely beautiful, delicate, or finely crafted; possessing rare beauty or charm.

Therefore, the correct answer is blemished.

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Question : The chemical formula of quick lime is__________.

Option 1: CaO

Option 2: CO2

Option 3: CaCO3

Option 4: Ca(OH)2

Team Careers360 27th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: CaO


Solution : The correct answer is CaO.

CaO is the chemical formula for quick lime. It is a solid with white crystals. It can be obtained through calcium carbonate's breakdown. Calcium Hydroxide is commonly referred to as slaked lime. Ca(OH)2 is the chemical formula for slaked limes.

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Question : Directions: Arrange the following words as per their order in the dictionary.
1. Weather
2. Weasand
3. Wealth
4. Weapon
5. Weekend

Option 1: 3, 2, 4, 1, 5

Option 2: 3, 2, 1, 4, 5

Option 3: 3, 4, 2, 1, 5

Option 4: 3, 4, 1, 2, 5

Team Careers360 27th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: 3, 4, 2, 1, 5


Solution : Given:
1. Weather 2. Weasand 3. Wealth 4. Weapon 5. Weekend

Step 1: Since all the words start with the same letter W, so move on to the next letter.
Step 2: The second letter of each word is the same, i.e., e. So, move on to the next letter.
Step 3: The third letter of each word is either e or a. The arrangement can be – (Weather, Weasand, Wealth, Weapon), and Weekend.
Step 4: Compare the fourth letter of (Weather, Weasand, Wealth, Weapon). Wealth will come before Weather, Weasand, and Weapon as l comes before t, s, and p according to the alphabetical system. Weapon will come before Weather, and Weasand as p comes before t, and s according to the alphabetical system. Similarly, Weasand will come before Weather as s comes before t according to the alphabetical system.

So, the sequence is Wealth, Weapon, Weasand, Weather, Weekend, or 3, 4, 2, 1, 5. Hence, the third option is correct.

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Question : A dealer marks his goods at 40% above the cost price. He sells 60% of the goods at the marked price by giving a 10% discount and the rest by giving a 50% discount on the marked price. What is his overall profit or loss percentage?

Option 1: Loss 2.8%

Option 2: Profit 2.8%

Option 3: Profit 3.6%

Option 4: Loss 3.6%

Team Careers360 27th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: Profit 3.6%


Solution : Let the cost price be 100
Marked price at 40% = 140.
If the total number of articles (goods) is 100, then according to the question:
Selling price of the 60% goods at 10% discount = $60\times(\frac{90}{100}\times140)=7560$
Selling price of the remaining 40% goods at 50% discount = $40\times(\frac{50}{100}\times140)=2800$
Overall selling price = 7560 + 2800 = 10360
Profit percentage = $\frac{\text{selling price - cost price}}{\text{cost price}}\times100$
= $\frac{10360-10000}{10000}\times100$
= 3.6% profit
Hence, the correct answer is 3.6% profit.

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Question : When the average product of an input is at its maximum then:

(AP = Average product)

(MP = Marginal product)

Option 1: AP = 0

Option 2: AP = MP

Option 3: AP > MP

Option 4: AP < MP

Team Careers360 26th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: AP = MP


Solution : The correct option is AP = MP.

The point where MP intersects AP is also where AP is at its greatest. When MP drops below AP, AP ceases to increase and instead begins to decrease. Consequently, it is true to say that AP is at its highest when MP and AP are both equal.

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Question : The ratio of the three sides of the triangle is 5 : 13 : 12. What is the largest angle of the triangle?

Option 1: 80°

Option 2: 90°

Option 3: 135°

Option 4: 120°

Team Careers360 27th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: 90°


Solution : Given: The ratio of the three sides of the triangle is 5 : 13 : 12.
The ratio of the three sides of the triangle forms Pythagoras triplets.
Let the sides of the triangle be $x$.
According to the question,
$(5x)^2+(12x)^2$
= $25x^2+144x^2$
= $169x^2$
= $(13x)^2$
So, the ratio of the three sides of the triangle forms Pythagoras triplets.
Therefore, the triangle is a right-angled triangle.
Thus, the largest angle of the triangle = 90°.
Hence, the correct answer is 90°.

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