Staff Selection Commission Sub Inspector Exam
Question : Directions: Select the correct mirror image of the given figure when the mirror is placed at MN as shown below.
Option 1:
Option 2:
Option 3:
Option 4:
Correct Answer:
Solution : As per the mirror image properties, closer things appear close to the mirror in the reflection. Here, according to the information provided, the mirror is placed on the right side of the figure (on Line MN). So, the left side of the reflected image will appear as the right side, and the right side will appear as the left side. However, the top and bottom of the reflected image will remain the same. Thus, the correct mirror image of the given figure will be –
Hence, the third option is correct.
Question : If $4\left(\operatorname{cosec}^2 57^\circ-\tan ^2 33^\circ\right)-\cos 90^\circ+y \tan ^2 66^\circ \tan ^2 24^\circ=\frac{y}{2}$, then the value of $y$ is:
Option 1: 4
Option 2: – 4
Option 3: 8
Option 4: – 8
Correct Answer: – 8
Solution : $4\left(\operatorname{cosec}^2 57^\circ-\tan ^2 33^\circ\right)-\cos 90^\circ+y \tan ^2 66^\circ \tan ^2 24^\circ=\frac{y}{2}$ Using, $\cos 90^\circ = 0$, $ \operatorname {cosec}^2 A - 1 = \cot^2 A$ and $\tan (90^\circ - A) = \cot A$ where $A$ is an angle. Substituting these identities into the given equation, $⇒4\left[1 + \cot^2 57^\circ - (\tan^2 (90^\circ-57^\circ))\right] + y \tan^2 66^\circ \tan^2 (90^\circ - 66^\circ) = \frac{y}{2}$ We know that $\cot A = \tan (90^\circ - A)$ $⇒4\left[1 +\cot^2 57^\circ - \cot^2 57^\circ\right] + y \tan^2 66^\circ \cot^2 66^\circ = \frac{y}{2}$ $⇒4\left[1\right] + y = \frac{y}{2}$ $⇒\frac{y}{2}=-4$ $⇒y = -8$ Hence, the correct answer is '– 8'.
Question : Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom. I did not even listen to him; he was only talking through his hat.
Option 1: Talking non-stop
Option 2: Talking garrulously
Option 3: Talking nonsense
Option 4: Talking ignorantly
Correct Answer: Talking nonsense
Solution : The correct answer is the third option.
The idiom "talking through his hat" is an expression used to indicate that someone is talking or making statements without possessing proper knowledge or understanding of the subject. It suggests that the person is speaking nonsense, often confidently or assertively, but the information they are providing is inaccurate or baseless.
Therefore, the correct answer is talking nonsense.
Question : In which of the following silicon is not used?
Option 1: Solar panels
Option 2: IC manufacturing
Option 3: Optical glass
Option 4: Ink pen
Correct Answer: Ink pen
Solution : The correct option is an Ink pen.
Ink pens do not contain silicon. Silicon is frequently employed as a coating or substrate in the manufacture of precision optical components and equipment. Silicon is used in the production of photovoltaic solar cells, which use sunlight to generate electricity. Solar panels made of silicon are frequently used to harvest solar energy.
Question : In $\triangle$ ABC, $\angle$ BCA = $90^{\circ}$, AC = 24 cm and BC = 10 cm. What is the radius (in cm) of the circumcircle of $\triangle$ ABC?
Option 1: 12.5
Option 2: 13
Option 3: 25
Option 4: 26
Correct Answer: 13
Solution : In $\triangle$ ABC, $\angle$ BCA = $90^{\circ}$, AC = 24 cm and BC = 10 cm AB2 = AC2 + BC2 $AB = \sqrt{24^2 + 10^2} = \sqrt{576+100} = \sqrt{676} = 26$ cm Circumradius of $\triangle ABC = \frac{AB}{2} = \frac{26}{2} = 13$ cm Hence, the correct answer is 13.
Question : Directions: In the following question, select the one which is different from the other three alternatives.
Option 1: MSWCH
Option 2: NSWAH
Option 3: GMRVY
Option 4: UZEIL
Correct Answer: GMRVY
Solution : Let's check each option –
First option: MSWCH; S – M = 6; W – S = 4; C – W = 6; H – C = 5; The difference between the letters is not in decreasing order. Second option: NSWAH; S – N = 5; W – S = 4; A – W = 4; H – A = 7; The difference between the letters is not in decreasing order. Third option: GMRVY; M – G = 6; R – M = 5; V – R = 4; Y – V = 3; The difference between the letters is in decreasing order. Fourth option: UZEIL; Z – U = 5; E – Z = 5; I – E = 4; L – I = 3; The difference between the letters is not in decreasing order.
Therefore, the third option is different from the other three options. Hence, the third option is correct.
Question : Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word. Vagrancy
Option 1: Vagueness
Option 2: Exploration
Option 3: Vagabond
Option 4: Fragrance
Correct Answer: Vagabond
The word "vagrancy" refers to the state of being homeless, wandering, or having no settled place of residence. A vagabond is a person who wanders from place to place, often without a permanent home or employment.
The meanings of the other options are as follows:
Therefore, the correct answer is vagabond.
Question : Directions: Select the letter cluster that can replace the question mark (?) in the given letter cluster series. POUR, MLRO, IHNK, DCIF, ?
Option 1: YWCA
Option 2: XWCZ
Option 3: XWBY
Option 4: XVBZ
Correct Answer: XWCZ
Solution : Given: POUR, MLRO, IHNK, DCIF, ?
Subtract consecutive numbers from each letter cluster to obtain the next term in the series. POUR→P – 3 = M; O – 3 = L; U – 3 = R; R – 3 = O→MLRO MLRO→M – 4 = I; L – 4 = H; R – 4 = N; O – 4 = K→IHNK IHNK→I – 5 = D; H – 5 = C; N – 5 = I; K – 5 = F→DCIF DCIF→D – 6 = X; C – 6 = W; I – 6 = C; F – 6 = Z→XWCZ
So, the required missing term in the series is XWCZ. Hence, the second option is correct.
Question : Directions: Select the related letter cluster from the given alternatives. RVLP : SWMQ :: GLKP : ?
Option 1: HQLM
Option 2: HMST
Option 3: HMLQ
Option 4: FKSQ
Correct Answer: HMLQ
Solution : Given RVLP : SWMQ :: GLKP : ?
Add 1 to the letters of RVLP and GLKP to get their codes. R + 1 = S; V + 1 = W; L + 1 = M; P + 1 = Q Similarly, G + 1 = H; L + 1 = M; K + 1 = L; P + 1 = Q
GLKP is related to HMLQ. Hence, the third option is correct.
Question : Identify the segment in the sentence which contains a grammatical error. Do you earn so much to make both ends meet?
Option 1: make both
Option 2: Do you earn
Option 3: ends meet
Option 4: so much to
Correct Answer: so much to
Solution : The error lies in the fourth option.
Explanation: The error occurs because "so much" is used incorrectly in the sentence. "So much" is typically used to refer to an excessive or considerable amount of something. However, in this context, the intended meaning is about earning an adequate amount, which is better conveyed by using "enough". "Enough" signifies a sufficient quantity or degree for a specific purpose, making it the appropriate word choice in this sentence.
Therefore, the correct sentence would be: Do you earn enough to make both ends meet?
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