Question : The value of $\frac{a}{a-b}+\frac{b}{b-a}$ is:

Option 1: $\frac{(a+b)}{(a-b)}$

Option 2: $-1$

Option 3: $2ab$

Option 4: $1$

Question : The difference between a discount of 35% on INR 3,600 and two successive discounts of 30% and 5% on the same amount is:

Option 1: 54

Option 2: 78

Option 3: 82

Option 4: 52

Question : $x$ is 5 times longer than $y$. The percentage by which $y$ is less than $x$ is:

Option 1: 50%

Option 2: 40%

Option 3: 80%

Option 4: 70%

Question : Directions: In the following question, some parts of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If the sentence is free from error, select "No Error".

The most effective measure to keep (1) / our roads safe is enforcement of rules (2) / with zero tolerance to any violate rule. (3) / No Error (4)

Option 1: (1)

Option 2: (2)

Option 3: (3)

Option 4: (4)

Question : Who among the following is not an exponent of Mohiniyattam's classical dance form?

Option 1: Smitha Rajan

Option 2: Jayaprabha Menon

Option 3: Prateeksha Kashi

Option 4: Radha Dutta

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.
Social media can have (1)_________ effects on mental health, with studies suggesting that excessive use can lead to feelings of anxiety, depression, and loneliness. To combat these negative effects, experts recommend setting (2)________ for social media use. Other strategies include (3)________ with friends and family in person, engaging in hobbies or physical activity, and seeking professional (4)_______ if necessary. As such, it's important to be (5)________ of its potential drawbacks and take steps to use it in a healthy and balanced way.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank no. 5.

Option 1: indifferent

Option 2: cognizant

Option 3: sceptical

Option 4: ignorant

Question : Study the given graph carefully and answer the question that follows.
 
What was the percentage decline in imports from 1970 to 1971 (rounded off to the nearest integer)?

Option 1: 54%

Option 2: 56%

Option 3: 52%

Option 4: 53%

Question : Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom in the given sentence.

Her success as a singer was a nine days' wonder.

Option 1: a proud achievement

Option 2: an impossible feat

Option 3: eternal fame

Option 4: a short-lived sensation

Question : Directions: Select the correct mirror image of the given figure when the mirror is placed at PQ as shown below.

Option 1:

Option 2:

Option 3:

Option 4:

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.

In today's world, handling money and making purchases and sales come naturally to us. However, prior to the development of any kind of currency, people (1)____ in a variety of ways. The barter trade was the simplest of them all. People would trade the things they owned for the things they wanted in this kind of (2)____. For example, if someone wanted a set of clothes and had a cow left over, he would have to find someone who would want a cow and be willing to give away a set of clothes. However, it wasn't as straightforward as 'give-and-take', and people would be cheated. The (3)____ of money finally took root in people's minds after many years. The usually erratic barter trade eventually gave way to the monetary method of exchange as such. At first, anything could be used, such as hooks, money beads, shells, or trinkets. The first gold coins were used as currency near Turkey, and each coin had a different denomination. In the kingdom of Lydia, the value of each coin was first standardised around 700 BC. However, as time passed, the idea of carrying a bulky coin pouch became less (4)____ because it attracted robbers. Checks were first created at that time by Greek and Roman traders who purchased goods from distant cities. Because they could only be used by the person whose name was on them, these were not only lightweight but also deterred robberies. In accordance with this concept, banks later issued notes in exchange for (5)____ gold that could be used as cash.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank no.1.

Option 1: advertised

Option 2: operated

Option 3: traded

Option 4: marketed