Staff Selection Commission Sub Inspector Exam
Question : Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word. Inquisitive
Option 1: Innocent
Option 2: Indifferent
Option 3: Curious
Option 4: Studious
Correct Answer: Indifferent
Solution : The second option is the correct answer.
"Inquisitive" refers to a person who is eager to learn, curious, or inquiring. On the other hand, "indifferent" denotes a lack of interest, concern, or curiosity.
The meanings of other options are as follows:
Question : The population of 7 villages is shown in the following pie chart. What is the difference between the population of villages D & E, if the total population of all the villages is 60000?
Option 1: 400
Option 2: 800
Option 3: 500
Option 4: 600
Correct Answer: 600
Solution : Given: The total population of all the villages is 60,000. Population percentage of village D = 17% Population percentage of village E = 18% So, the difference = (18 – 17)% = 1% Now, 100% is equivalent to 60000. $\therefore$ 1% is equivalent to 60000
Question : Comprehension: Read the given passage and answer the questions that follow.
Migaloo is by far one of the world’s most recognisable whales because he is completely white. Thanks to genetic sampling of Migaloo’s skin, scientists have identified that he’s male, and his albino appearance is a result of a variation in the gene responsible for the colour of his skin. Simply by looking different, Migaloo has become an icon within Australia’s east coast humpback whale population. Indeed, Migaloo has his own Twitter account with over 10,000 followers and a website where fans can lodge sightings and learn more about humpback whales. He was first discovered in 1991 off Byron Bay, Australia, and has since played hide and seek for many years, with many not knowing where or when he’ll show up next. He’s even surprised Kiwi fans by showing up in New Zealand waters. With the last official sighting two years ago, the time has once again come for us to ask: where is Migaloo? Already this year there have been false sightings, such as a near all white whale spotted off New South Wales. To make things more confusing, regular-looking humpbacks can trick whale watchers when they flip upside down, due to their white bellies.
Question: What is the theme of the passage?
Option 1: Protection of whales.
Option 2: The extinction of Migaloo.
Option 3: The sighting of Migaloo.
Option 4: Whale hunting and its aftermath.
Correct Answer: The sighting of Migaloo.
Solution : The correct choice is the third option.
Explanation: In this case, the passage primarily discusses the unique characteristics of Migaloo, an albino humpback whale, his significance within Australia's east coast humpback whale population, and the curiosity surrounding his sightings. The correct
Question : If $a,b,c$, and $d$ satisfy the equations: $a+7b+3c+5d=0$, $8a+4b+6c+2d=–4$, $2a+6b+4c+8d=4$, $5a+3b+7c+d=–4$, then $\frac{a+d}{b+c}$?
Option 1: 0
Option 2: 1
Option 3: –1
Option 4: – 4
Correct Answer: –1
Solution : Given: $8a+4b+6c+2d=–4$ (equation 1) $2a+6b+4c+8d=4$ (equation 2) Adding equations 1 and 2, we get, $8a+4b+6c+2d+2a+6b+4c+8d=–4+4$ ⇒ $10(a+b+c+d)=0$ ⇒ $(a+d)=–(b+c)$ ⇒ $\frac{a+d}{b+c}$ = –1 Hence, the correct answer is –1.
Question : Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
Option 1: gadget
Option 2: gaiety
Option 3: galaxy
Option 4: gallary
Correct Answer: gallary
Solution : The misspelt word is the fourth option.
"Gallery" is the correct spelling and it means a room or building that is used for showing or selling works of art.
Question : Which of the following Ministries releases the "Ease of Living Index" in India?
Option 1: Ministry of Social Justice and Empowerment
Option 2: Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs
Option 3: Ministry of Finance
Option 4: Ministry of Skill Development and Entrepreneurship
Correct Answer: Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs
Solution : The correct option is the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs.
The "Ease of Living Index" in India is released by the Ministry of Housing and Urban Affairs. This index assesses the quality of life and the impact of
Question : Directions: Ratan walks 15 m towards the north and then turns right and walks 23 m. Then, he turns left and walks 16 m. After that, he turns left and walks 11 m. Then, he turns right and walks 17 m. Then, he turns left and walks 12 m. He finally turns right and walks 19 m. In which direction and how far is he now with reference to the starting point?
Option 1: South, 51 m
Option 2: North, 52 m
Option 3: North, 48 m
Option 4: North, 67 m
Correct Answer: North, 67 m
Solution : Firstly, we will draw the diagram as per the given instructions –
From the above diagram, it is clear that Ratan is in the North direction from his starting point. Ratan's distance between the starting point and the endpoint = 15 + 16
Question : Some words in the following sentence have been underlined and given as options. Select the option that contains a spelling error. Roshni does a fabulouous job at her company and has been offered a promotion.
Option 1: fabulouous
Option 2: company
Option 3: promotion
Option 4: offered
Correct Answer: fabulouous
Solution : The correct choice is the first option.
In the sentence provided, the spelling error is in the word "fabulouous". The correct spelling is fabulous. The incorrect spelling includes an extra "o" after the "u".
Therefore, the corrected sentence would be: "Roshni does a fabulous job
Question : A water tank can be filled by a tap in 30 minutes and another tap can fill it in 60 minutes. If both the taps are kept open for 5 minutes and then the first tap is closed, how long will it take for the remaining tank to be full?
Option 1: 20 minutes
Option 2: 25 minutes
Option 3: 30 minutes
Option 4: 45 minutes
Correct Answer: 45 minutes
Solution : One minute's work of Tap A = $\frac{1}{30}$ One minute's work of Tap B = $\frac{1}{60}$ For 5 minutes, both taps are open $(\frac{1}{30}+\frac{1}{60})$×5 = $\frac{15}{60}$ = $\frac{1}{4}$ part of tank is full in 5 minutes Remaining part $=1-\frac{1}{4}=\frac{3}{4}$ So, $\frac{3}{4}$ of the remaining
Question : Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words. One who is bad in spellings.
Option 1: Cacographer
Option 2: Photographer
Option 3: Choreographer
Option 4: Chauvinist
Correct Answer: Cacographer
Solution : The correct option is the first option.
Explanation: The word cacographer specifically denotes someone who struggles with spelling, making it the appropriate choice in this context. The meanings of the other options are as follows:
The Question containing Inaapropriate or Abusive Words
Question lacks the basic details making it difficult to answer
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