Staff Selection Commission Sub Inspector Exam
Question : The value of $\sqrt{19.36} + \sqrt{0.1936} + \sqrt{0.001936} + \sqrt{0.00001936}$ is:
Option 1: 4.8484
Option 2: 4.8694
Option 3: 4.8884
Option 4: 4.8234
Correct Answer: 4.8884
Solution : Given: $ \sqrt{19.36} + \sqrt{0.1936} + \sqrt{0.001936} + \sqrt{0.00001936}$ Simplifying the given expression by square root, = 4.4 + 0.44 + 0.044 + 0.0044 = 4.8884 Hence, the correct answer is 4.8884.
Question : Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom. Through thick and thin
Option 1: by unfair means
Option 2: under extreme pressure
Option 3: under all circumstances
Option 4: going through pain
Correct Answer: under all circumstances
Solution : The correct choice is the third option.
Explanation: This idiom implies unwavering support or commitment, regardless of the challenges or difficulties faced. It suggests loyalty and dedication in good times and bad.
Question : Comprehension:
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each number. Alfred Hitchcock was a man with vivid imagination, (1)______ skills, and a passion for life. With his (2)______ style and God-gifted wit, he produced and directed (3)______ of the most thrilling films that had the audience swooning (4)______ fright and falling off their seats with laughter. He was greatly (5)______ by American films and magazines.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank no. 5.
Option 1: determined
Option 2: altered
Option 3: attached
Option 4: influenced
Correct Answer: influenced
Solution : The most appropriate choice is the fourth option.
Explanation: Alfred Hitchcock's admiration for American films and magazines suggests that he was impacted or affected by them. The word influenced aligns with the idea that he was greatly influenced by these American films and magazines, shaping
Question : Flat footed camels can walk easily in sandy deserts because:
Option 1: pressure on the sand is decreased by increasing the area of the surface in contact
Option 2: pressure on the sand is increased by increasing the area of surface in contact
Option 3: pressure on the sand is decreased by decreasing the area of the surface in contact
Option 4: pressure on the sand is increased by decreasing the area of the surface in contact
Correct Answer: pressure on the sand is decreased by increasing the area of the surface in contact
Solution : The correct option is pressure on the sand is decreased by increasing the area of the surface in contact.
Due to their large hooves, which increase the surface area in contact
Question : Directions: In the following question, select the missing number front the given responses.
Option 1: 104
Option 2: 320
Option 3: 25
Option 4: 184
Correct Answer: 184
Solution : In a column, multiply the first two numbers, and then add the third number in the resultant number to get the fourth number.
In the first column: (12 × 3) + 4 = 36 + 4 = 40 In the second column: (15 × 4)
Question : Directions: In a certain code language, BANGED is written as JJKQCC, and TILTS is written as XXOKU. How is STRAY written in that code language?
Option 1: ZBSUT
Option 2: XZQSR
Option 3: EFUUS
Option 4: DEUVT
Correct Answer: DEUVT
Solution : Given: BANGED is written as JJKQCC, and TILTS is written as XXOKU.
Add consecutive natural numbers to the place value of each letter of BANGED and then reverse them to get the required code – B + 1 = C; A + 2 = C;
Question : A takes 2 hours 30 minutes more than B to walk 40 km. If A doubles his speed, then he can make it in 1 hour less than B. How much time (in hours) does A require for walking a 40 km distance?
Option 1: 6
Option 2: 7
Option 3: 9
Option 4: 5
Correct Answer: 7
Solution : Let the speed of A be $x$ km/hr. Time taken by A = $\frac{40}{x}$ hr Time taken by B = $\frac{40}{x}-2.5$ hr When speed of A = $2x$, Time taken by A = $\frac{40}{2x}$ According to the question, $(\frac{40}{x}-2.5) - (\frac{40}{2x}) = 1$ ⇒ $\frac{40}{x}-\frac{40}{2x}
Question : Which of the following is the longest vein in the human body?
Option 1: Trochlear
Option 2: Inferior vena cava
Option 3: Saphenous vein
Option 4: Trigeminal
Correct Answer: Saphenous vein
Solution : The correct option is the Saphenous vein.
The saphenous vein is the longest in the human body. It is a significant superficial vein in the lower limb that runs the length of the leg. The large saphenous vein is responsible for returning blood
Question : Directions: In the question, a part of the sentence is in bold. Below are given alternatives to the bold part at 1, 2 and 3 that may improve the sentence. Choose the correct alternative. In case no improvement is needed, your answer is (4).
Lot of water has overflowed the tank.
(1) Lot of waters
(2) A lots of water
(3) A lot of waters
(4) No Improvement
Option 1: 1
Option 2: 2
Option 3: 3
Option 4: 4
Correct Answer: 4
Solution : The correct alternative is the fourth option: "No Improvement".
The sentence is grammatically correct and conveys the intended meaning.
Question : Directions: Which answer figure will complete the pattern in the question figure?
Option 1:
Option 2:
Option 3:
Option 4:
Correct Answer:
Solution : On comparing the question figure and all the answer figures, the following figure will combine and make the complete pattern –
Hence, the first option is correct.
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