Staff Selection Commission Sub Inspector Exam
Question : Directions: If + means −, − means ×, × means ÷ and ÷ means +, what will come in place of (?) in the following equation? 83 ÷ 12 – 65 × 13 + 47 = ?
Option 1: 92
Option 2: 96
Option 3: 79
Option 4: 108
Correct Answer: 96
Solution : Given: 83 ÷ 12 – 65 × 13 + 47 = ?
On replacing the mathematical signs, we get – = 83 + 12 × 65 ÷ 13 – 47 = 83 + 12 × 5 – 47 = 83 + 60 – 47 =
Question : Directions: Select the correct combination of mathematical signs to sequentially replace the * signs and to balance the given equation. (130 * 4) * 21 * 485 * (28 * 2)
Option 1: +, −, =, −, ×
Option 2: ÷, +, =, −, ×
Option 3: ×, −, =, −, ÷
Option 4: ×, −, =, +, ÷
Correct Answer: ×, −, =, +, ÷
Solution : Given: (130 * 4) * 21 * 485 * (28 * 2)
Let's check the options − First option: +, −, =, −, × ⇒ (130 + 4) − 21 = 485 − (28 × 2) L.H.S. = (130 + 4)
Question : Directions: Which figure best represents the relationship between the Editor, Newspaper, and Journalist?
Option 1:
Option 2:
Option 3:
Option 4:
Correct Answer:
Solution : According to the general information, both the Editor and the Journalist are associated with the Newspaper. The Editor is typically responsible for overseeing the content, making editorial decisions, and managing the overall production of the newspaper. On the other hand, Journalists contribute articles, news stories, and
Question : Directions: Three of the following four–letter clusters are alike in a certain way and one is different. Pick the odd one out.
Option 1: BFJM
Option 2: SVAD
Option 3: LPTW
Option 4: FJNQ
Correct Answer: SVAD
Solution : Let's check each option – First option: BFJM; B + 4 = F; F + 4 = J; J + 3 = M Second option: SVAD; S + 3 = V; V + 5 = A; A + 3 = D Third option: LPTW; L
Question : Select the most appropriate option to replace the underlined word in the given sentence.
Rama has been very unlucky. in the last few years.
Option 1: unnerving
Option 2: hapless
Option 3: undeserving
Option 4: degraded
Correct Answer: hapless
Solution : The correct choice will be the second option.
The most appropriate option to replace the underlined word unlucky in the given sentence is hapless.
Hapless: This word means unfortunate or unlucky. It fits well in the sentence, conveying that Rama has been unfortunate in the
Question : According to the 2011 Census, any person aged _______ and above who can read and write is considered literate.
Option 1: twelve
Option 2: six
Option 3: seven
Option 4: ten
Correct Answer: seven
Solution : The correct answer is seven.
According to the census, a person aged seven and above who can both read and write in any language is treated as literate. The literacy rate in India is 74.04%. The literacy rate of males is 82.14% and among
Question : Which of the following is a diverse group of aquatic organisms capable of photosynthesising?
Option 1: Yeast
Option 2: Protozoa
Option 3: Fungi
Option 4: Algae
Correct Answer: Algae
Solution : The correct answer is Algae.
The diverse group of aquatic organisms capable of photosynthesising is Algae. Algae are a group of simple, autotrophic organisms that can range from unicellular to multicellular forms. They are found in various aquatic environments, including freshwater and marine habitats.
Question : Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Against the clock
Option 1: Running faster with a clock in hand
Option 2: In a great hurry, as fast as possible
Option 3: Running faster without a clock
Option 4: Race with others to win
Correct Answer: In a great hurry, as fast as possible
Solution : The correct choice is the second option.
The idiom against the clock means working with a sense of urgency or time pressure, usually to complete a task within a limited timeframe or before a deadline. It implies
Question : The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error. I have a dog and a cow. / A dog is black / but the cow is / black and white.
Option 1: A dog is black
Option 2: black and white
Option 3: but the cow is
Option 4: I have a dog and a cow
Correct Answer: A dog is black
Solution : The error lies in the first option.
Explanation: The phrase "a dog is black" was adjusted to "the black dog", offering specificity about the colour of the dog and maintaining consistency with the subsequent details. Furthermore, the definite article "the" before "dog
Question : Directions: There are six children playing ludo, namely 1, 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6. 1 and 5 are brothers. 6 is the sister of 5. 3 is the only son of 1's father's brother. 2 and 4 are the daughters of the only brother of 3's father. How is 4 related to 1?
Option 1: Sister
Option 2: Uncle
Option 3: Niece
Option 4: Cousin
Correct Answer: Sister
Solution : As per the given information, the family tree will be as follows –
Here, the quadrilateral represents the male, and the circular figure represents the female in the figure.
So, from the above family tree, 4 is the sister of 1. Hence, the first option
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