Staff Selection Commission Sub Inspector Exam
Question : Dictionary: Select the option that represents the correct order of the given words as they would appear in an English dictionary. 1. Wrist 2. Wrangle 3. Workable 4. Wrongful 5. Woodland
Option 1: 3, 5, 2, 1, 4
Option 2: 3, 2, 5, 1, 4
Option 3: 5, 2, 3, 1, 4
Option 4: 5, 3, 2, 1, 4
Correct Answer: 5, 3, 2, 1, 4
Solution : Given: 1. Wrist 2. Wrangle 3. Workable 4. Wrongful 5. Woodland
Step 1: Compare the first letter of each word. Since all the words start with the same letter W, then move on to the next letter. Step 2: The
Question : On a certain sum of money lent out at 16% per annum, the difference between the compound interest for 1 year, payable half-yearly, and the simple interest for 1 year is Rs. 60. The sum is:
Option 1: Rs. 937.5
Option 2: Rs. 9,000
Option 3: Rs. 9,365
Option 4: Rs. 9,375
Correct Answer: Rs. 9,375
Solution : Given: Rate = 16% Time = 1 year Difference between the compound interest for 1 year, payable half-yearly, and the simple interest for 1 year = Rs. 60 We know that, Compound interest = $\text{Principal}×(1+\frac{\text{Rate}}{2×100})^{\text{2×Time}}-\text{Principal}$ ⇒ Compound interest = $\text{Principal}×((1+\frac{8}{2×100})^{\text{2×1}}-1)$ = $\text{Principal}×(1.1664-1)$ = $0.1664
Question : Directions: 12-year-old Sami is three times as old as his brother Vinay. How old will Sami be when he is twice as old as Vinay?
Option 1: 18 years
Option 2: 14 years
Option 3: 20 years
Option 4: 16 years
Correct Answer: 16 years
Solution : Given: Sami's present age is 12 years.
Also, Sami's age = 3 × Vinay's age ⇒ Vinay's age = Sami's age ÷ 3 ⇒ VInay's age = 12 ÷ 3 ⇒ Vinay's age = 4 years
Let, after y years, Sami's age = (12
Question : Under whose leadership was the 42nd Amendment Act passed?
Option 1: Morarji Desai
Option 2: Rajiv Gandhi
Option 3: Indira Gandhi
Option 4: Charan Singh
Correct Answer: Indira Gandhi
Solution : The correct option is Indira Gandhi.
The 42nd Amendment Act was passed during the leadership of Prime Minister Indira Gandhi in 1976. This amendment to the Constitution of India was enacted during the period of emergency, and it brought about significant changes to various
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."
If neither of them (are to be trusted) it is not at all advisable to invest further.
(1) were to be trusted
(2) has to be trusted
(3) is to be trusted
(4) No Improvement
Option 1: (1)
Option 2: (2)
Option 3: (3)
Option 4: (4)
Correct Answer: (3)
Solution : The correct answer is the third option.
When using "neither" in a sentence, it should be followed by a singular verb as per subject-verb agreement. "Neither of them" is treated as a singular subject, so we would use a singular auxiliary verb.
Therefore,
Question : Directions: Vimla starts from her home and walks 30 m towards the north and then turns right and walks 40 m. Then, she turns left and walks 35 m. After that, she turns right and walks 40 m. From there, she turns right and walks 85 m. Then, she again turns right and walks 50 m. From there, she finally turns right and walks 20 m. How far is she from her home now and in which direction with reference to her home?
Option 1: 30 m, South
Option 2: 20 m, West
Option 3: 100 m, East
Option 4: 30 m, East
Correct Answer: 30 m, East
Solution : According to the instructions given, the diagram is as follows –
Here, O is the starting point and G is the finishing point and OG is the total distance from the starting point.
OA = 30m; AB = 40m; BC = 35m; CD
Question : World No Tobacco Day is observed on:
Option 1: 31st May
Option 2: 21st May
Option 3: 1st May
Option 4: 5th June
Correct Answer: 31st May
Solution : The correct option is 31st May.
The world observes No Tobacco Day on May 31 every year. The annual observance educates the public about the risks of tobacco use, what the World Health Organisation (WHO) is doing to combat tobacco use, and what
Question : Directions: In the following question, select the related number from the given alternatives. 16 : 64 :: 49 : ?
Option 1: 97
Option 2: 343
Option 3: 196
Option 4: 93
Correct Answer: 343
Solution : Given: 16 : 64 :: 49 : ?
Like, 16 : 64→42 = 16; 43 = 64 Similarly, for 49 : ?→72 = 49; 73 = 343
So, 49 is related to 343. Hence, the second option is correct.
Question : Directions: Select the related letter cluster from the given alternatives. GLOR : FJLN :: TWQK : ?
Option 1: SUNG
Option 2: SUMG
Option 3: SUGN
Option 4: SUGM
Correct Answer: SUNG
Solution : Given: GLOR : FJLN :: TWQK : ?
Subtract consecutive natural numbers from the letters of GLOR and FJLN to obtain the related clusters. G – 1 = F; L – 2 = J; O – 3 = L; R – 4 = N Similarly,
Question : Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. The team leader tried to remain positive or optimistic in the situation, even though they were facing tough competition and limited resources.
Option 1: to put a strong hand forward
Option 2: to put on a strong exterior
Option 3: to put a strong desire in front of
Option 4: to put a brave face on
Correct Answer: to put a brave face on
Solution : The correct choice is the fourth option.
Explanation: The most suitable option to replace the underlined segment is to put a brave face on. This idiom means to act confidently or optimistically in a challenging situation, despite inner concerns or
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