Staff Selection Commission Combined Higher Secondary Level Exam
Question : Directions: In this question, a part of the sentence is in bold. Below are given alternatives to the bold part at (1), (2), and (3), which may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative in case no improvement is needed your answer is (4).
She sat on the tree to protect herself from the rain.
(1) sat upon
(2) sat before
(3) sat under
(4) No improvement
Option 1: (1)
Option 2: (2)
Option 3: (3)
Option 4: (4)
Correct Answer: (3)
Solution : The sentence can be improved using the third alternative.
"Under" is the correct preposition, which is to be used in place of "on" to correctly fit into the context of the sentence and convey its intended meaning i.e., she sat under the tree, meaning below the tree to protect herself from rain.
Therefore, the correct sentence is: She sat under the tree to protect herself from the rain.
Question : Directions: In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative that will improve the bracketed part of the sentence. In case no improvement is needed, select "No Improvement".
(Take off) your shoes before you enter the temple.
(1) Put away
(2) Extract
(3) Put off
(4) No Improvement
Correct Answer: (4)
Solution : The fourth option is the correct choice.
The phrasal verb take off means to remove shoes from the feet, which is the intended meaning here.
The meanings of the other options are as follows:
Therefore, the correct sentence is: "Take off your shoes before you enter the temple."
Question : Directions: Three of the following number pairs are alike in some manner and one is different. Select the odd number pair. (NOTE: The second number in the given number pairs is formed by performing a certain operation on the first number. The same operation is followed in all the number pairs except one. Find that odd number pair.)
Option 1: 297 : 33
Option 2: 189 : 21
Option 3: 100 : 12
Option 4: 63 : 7
Correct Answer: 100 : 12
Solution : Let's check the options –
First option: 297 : 33→33 × 9 = 297 Second option: 189 : 21→21 × 9 = 189 Third option: 100 : 12→12 × 9 = 108 ≠ 100 Fourth option: 63 : 7→7 × 9 = 63
So, only the third option doesn't follow the same pattern as followed by the given set of numbers. Hence, the third option is correct.
Question : Directions: In the following question, select the missing number from the given responses.
Option 1: 8
Option 2: 13
Option 3: 4
Option 4: 12
Correct Answer: 13
Solution : Like in, the first tree, 4 × 3 = 12; 12 × 3 = 36 And in, the third tree, 8 × 2 = 16; 16 × 2 = 32 Similarly, in the second tree 13 × 1 = 13; 13 × 1 = 13
Therefore, the missing number is 13. Hence, the second option is correct.
Question : Which of the following is mentioned in Article 39A of the Indian Constitution?
Option 1: To secure adequate means of livelihood.
Option 2: To promote equal justice and to provide free legal aid.
Option 3: Equal pay for equal work.
Option 4: Prevention of concentration of wealth.
Correct Answer: To promote equal justice and to provide free legal aid.
Solution : The correct option is To promote equal justice and provide free legal aid.
Article 39A of the Indian Constitution pertains to the promotion of equal justice and the provision of free legal aid. It states: The State shall secure that the operation of the legal system promotes justice on a basis of equal opportunity and shall, in particular, provide free legal aid, by suitable legislation or schemes or in any other way, to ensure that opportunities for securing justice are not denied to any citizen because of economic or other disabilities.
Question : Directions: IKLN is related to FHIK in a certain way based on the English alphabetical order. In the same way, GIJL is related to DFGl. To which of the following is MOPR related, following the same logic?
Option 1: JMOP
Option 2: JKMO
Option 3: JLMO
Option 4: JLNO
Correct Answer: JLMO
Solution : Given: IKLN is related to FHIK –
Subtract 3 from the place value of each letter of IKLN to obtain the required code – I – 3 = F; K – 3 = H; L – 3 = I; N – 3 = K Thus, IKLN is coded as FHIK. And, for GIJL – G – 3 = D; I – 3 = F; J – 3 = G; L – 3 = I Thus, GIJL is coded as DFGl. Similarly, follow the same pattern for MOPR – M – 3 = J; O – 3 = L; P – 3 = M; R – 3 = O
So, MOPR is coded as JLMO. Hence, the third option is correct.
Question : The three sides of a triangle are 7 cm, 9 cm, and 8 cm. What is the area of the triangle?
Option 1: $12 \sqrt{3} \;\mathrm{Sq} . \mathrm{cm}$
Option 2: $10\sqrt{3} \;\mathrm{Sq} . \mathrm{cm}$
Option 3: $12 \sqrt{5} \;\mathrm{Sq} . \mathrm{cm}$
Option 4: $2 \sqrt{5} \;\mathrm{Sq} . \mathrm{cm}$
Correct Answer: $12 \sqrt{5} \;\mathrm{Sq} . \mathrm{cm}$
Solution : Using the formula: $s = \frac{(a + b + c)}{2}$ $s = \frac{(7 + 9 + 8)}{2}$ $s = \frac{24}{2}$ $s = 12$ cm Now, plug the values of a, b, c, and s into Heron's formula to find the area of the triangle: $\sqrt{(s(s - a)(s - b)(s - c))}$ $=\sqrt{(12(12 - 7)(12 - 9)(12 - 8))}$ $=\sqrt{(12 × 5 × 3 × 4)}$ $=12\sqrt{5}$ Sq. cm Therefore, the area of the triangle with side lengths 7 cm, 9 cm, and 8 cm is approximately $12\sqrt{5}$ Sq. cm Hence, the correct answer is $12 \sqrt{5} \;\mathrm{Sq}. \mathrm{cm}$.
Question : ________diseases last for only shorter periods.
Option 1: Acute
Option 2: Chronic
Option 3: Hereditary
Option 4: Genetic
Correct Answer: Acute
Solution : The correct answer is Acute.
Acute diseases last for only shorter periods. The conditions within acute diseases typically have a rapid onset and short duration, often resolving without prolonged medical intervention. Examples of acute diseases include the common cold, flu, gastroenteritis, and some respiratory infections.
Questions : '$a$' divides 228 leaving a remainder 18. The biggest two-digit value of '$a$' is:
Option 1: 70
Option 2: 21
Option 3: 35
Option 4: 30
Correct Answer: 70
Solution : Given: Number = 228, divisor = $a$, and remainder = 18 Subtract 18 from 228 = 210 Factors of 210 = 1, 2, 3, 5, 6, 7, 10, 14, 15, 21, 30, 35, 42, 70, 105, and 210 $\therefore$ The biggest two-digit value of $a$ will be 70. Hence, the correct answer is 70.
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. Our school organised a graduation day to award certificates to the students. The graduation day highlights the overall achievements of students. All the students who are being graduated are invited formally with their parents. Students wore their attire according to the dress code given to them by the school administration. High school graduation____________(1) is one of the most awaited and last event of any school. The function began with ____________(2) the lamp, followed by the distribution of certificates in a very systematic way. Our principal made a long and__________(3) speech and blessed us for the future___________(4). On behalf of our graduating class, our class representative extended a vote of thanks to show ___________(5) to all staff members. One of the parents expressed their experiences and views. At last, all the students, parents, and staff members had lunch together. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank number 2.
Option 1: lighting
Option 2: lightening
Option 3: sparking
Option 4: glittering
Correct Answer: lighting
Solution : The correct option will be the first option.
Lighting the lamp is, in a way, an invocation of the waves of knowledge that are activated on stage. It also means keeping the waves of knowledge generated in the knowledge-imparting stage constantly active through the medium of the flame of the lamp.
Other words are used in different contexts. Their meanings are as follows:
Therefore, according to the sentence, lighting is the correct answer.
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