Staff Selection Commission Sub Inspector Exam
Question : Directions: Find the missing number from the given responses in the following question.
Option 1: 23
Option 2: 115
Option 3: 118
Option 4: 220
Correct Answer: 115
Solution : Add the numbers of the first four rows and multiply the resultant by 5, to get the number of the fourth row.
In the first column: (1 + 2 + 4 + 3) × 5 = 10 × 5 = 50 In the second column:
Question : Directions: Observe the graph below and answer the following question. What is the approximate percentage difference in the average price of petrol in 2004 and in 2014?
Option 1: 98%
Option 2: 100%
Option 3: 102%
Option 4: 105%
Correct Answer: 102%
Solution : The average price of petrol in 2004 = Rs. 36.49 The average price of petrol in 2014 = Rs. 73.70 Difference = 73.70 – 36.49 = 37.21 Percentage difference = $\frac{\text{Difference}}{\text{Initial value}}\times100$ = $\frac{37.21}{36.49}\times100$ = 101.97 $\approx$ 102% Hence, the correct answer is 102%.
Question : In a factory, the production of cycles rose to 48,400 from 40,000 in 2 years. The rate of growth per annum is:
Option 1: 9%
Option 2: 8%
Option 3: 10.5%
Option 4: 10%
Correct Answer: 10%
Solution : The production of cycles rose to 48400 from 40000 in 2 years. Past production = 40000 Production after two years = 48400 Time = 2 years Let $R$ be the rate of growth per annum. According to the question, Production after 2 years = past
Question : Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
EXASPERATION
Option 1: wrath
Option 2: enjoyment
Option 3: pique
Option 4: resentment
Correct Answer: enjoyment
Solution : The correct answer is the second option.
Explanation: In the context of antonyms, the opposite of exasperation would be a positive emotional state. Exasperation refers to a feeling of intense irritation or frustration, usually caused by a prolonged annoyance. On the other hand, enjoyment
Question : Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the capitalised word in the given sentence. The fanatics are trying to OBSTRUCT the peace process.
Option 1: Disrupt
Option 2: Assist
Option 3: Spoil
Option 4: Repress
Correct Answer: Assist
Solution : The correct choice is the second option.
The word obstruct means to block, hinder, or impede progress or movement. The antonym, or opposite, of obstruct is assist. It means to help, support, or aid in the progress or achievement of something.
The meanings
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. Discrimination refers to the inequitable or (1)________ treatment of individuals or collectives on the basis of attributes such as ethnicity, sex, age and sexual orientation. Studies have indicated that the perception of discrimination can (2)________ a series of stress-induced alterations in an individual's mental, physiological and behavioural responses. The experience of stress is known to elicit unfavourable emotional reactions, including but not limited to (3)________, despair and resentment. Furthermore, anxiety has been linked to a rise in health-compromising behaviours such as smoking, drinking and (4)________ drug use, while simultaneously causing a (5)________ in health-promoting activities such as quality sleep and vigorous exercise. Question: Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank no. 2.
Option 1: support
Option 2: inspire
Option 3: trigger
Option 4: motivate
Correct Answer: trigger
Solution : The correct choice is the third option.
Explanation: "Trigger" means to cause or initiate something, especially as a reaction to a stimulus. In the sentence, it indicates that the perception of discrimination sets off or activates stress-induced changes in mental, physiological,
Question : The term "Askaryan effect" is related to which functional area of science?
Option 1: Chemistry
Option 2: Physics
Option 3: Geology
Option 4: Biology
Correct Answer: Physics
Solution : The correct option is Physics.
Astrophysics and, more precisely, the discovery of high-energy neutrinos are linked to the Askaryan effect. The phenomenon known as the Askaryan effect occurs when a high-energy neutrino interacts with materials to produce secondary charged particles, which in turn causes
Question : Directions: Select the option that is related to the fourth term in the same way as the first term is related to the second term. ULJ : POO :: ? : KRT
Option 1: PIO
Option 2: FMO
Option 3: FIY
Option 4: PIY
Correct Answer: PIO
Solution : Given: ULJ : POO :: ? : KRT
Add and subtract 5 from the first and third letters respectively and determine the opposite letter pair of the second letter of POO to get the related letter cluster. P + 5 = U; O→L; O –
Question : Which element behaves chemically both as metal and non-metal?
Option 1: Argon
Option 2: Boron
Option 3: Xenon
Option 4: Carbon
Correct Answer: Boron
Solution : The correct option is Boron.
Metalloids are substances that exhibit characteristics common to both metals and non-metals. Silicon, Germanium, Arsenic, and Boron are a few examples of metalloids. The earth's crust and the solar system contain trace amounts of the chemical element Boron.
Question : Which of the following statements regarding the Deccan Plateau is correct?
Option 1: The Deccan Plateau has almost the same height throughout its expanse
Option 2: The Deccan Plateau is higher on the east and west ends and slopes towards the centre
Option 3: The Deccan Plateau is higher in the west and slopes gently eastwards
Option 4: The Deccan Plateau is higher in the east and slopes gently westwards
Correct Answer: The Deccan Plateau is higher in the west and slopes gently eastwards
Solution : The correct option is The Deccan Plateau is higher in the west and slopes gently eastwards.
The Deccan Plateau, located in central and southern India, is characterized by an elevated terrain that slopes from
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