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Question : In $\triangle$ABC, $\angle$A = 66°. AB and AC are produced at points D and E, respectively. If the bisectors of $\angle$CBD and $\angle$BCE meet at the point O, then $\angle$BOC is equal to:

Option 1: $66^{\circ}$

Option 2: $93^{\circ}$

Option 3: $57^{\circ}$

Option 4: $114^{\circ}$

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Correct Answer: $57^{\circ}$


Solution : According to the question,
⇒ Exterior angle bisector = 90° – $\frac{1}{2}$ × opposite vertex angle
Now,
⇒ $\angle$BOC = 90° – $\frac{\angle A}{2}$ = 90° – $\frac{66°}{2}$ = 90° –  33° = 57°
Hence, the correct answer is 57°.

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Question : As of March 2022, which of the following dance forms has not been listed as a classical dance in India?

Option 1: Odissi

Option 2: Mohiniyattam

Option 3: Kuchipudi

Option 4: Lavani

Team Careers360 24th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: Lavani


Solution : The correct answer is Lavani.

Lavani is not a classical dance. It is a traditional folk dance that contributed substantially to the development of Marathi folk theatre.

There are eight classical dances in India:

  1. Bharatanatyam, from Tamil Nadu
  2. Kathak from Uttar Pradesh
  3. Kathakali from
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Question : Directions: Select the number from among the given options that can replace the question mark (?) in the following series.
112, 101, 91, ?, 74, 67

Option 1: 81

Option 2: 85

Option 3: 80

Option 4: 82

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Correct Answer: 82


Solution : Given:
112, 101, 91, ?, 74, 67

In the above-given series, subtract consecutive natural numbers in descending order from the numbers.
112 – 11 = 101; 101 – 10 = 91; 91 – 9 = 82; 82 – 8 = 74; 74 – 7 =

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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: BYFC

Option 2: MNRT

Option 3: GTKX

Option 4: SHWL

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Correct Answer: MNRT


Solution : Let's check the options –

First option: BYFC→B and Y are opposite pairs; B + 4 = F; Y + 4 = C
Second option: MNRT→M and N are opposite pairs; M + 5 = R; N + 6 = T
Third option: GTKX→G and

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Question : Directions: Study the following line chart carefully and answer the questions given below it. The following chart represents the number of employees recruited in different years in a company.

If the number of employees before 2010 was 640, what was the percentage increase in 2010?

Option 1: 5%

Option 2: 5.5%

Option 3: 4%

Option 4: 4.5%

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Correct Answer: 5.5%


Solution : Employees before 2010 = 640
Recruitment in 2010 = 35
Required percentage increase = $\frac{\text{New recruitment}}{\text{Previous emplyees}}\times100$
= $\frac{35}{640}\times100$
= 5.46% = 5.5% (approx)
Hence, the correct answer is 5.5%.

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Question : Directions: In the following question, choose the correct alternative which will improve the part of the sentence given in quotes.

Everyone in the fraternity has his own "set in" prejudices.

  1. set by
  2. set of
  3. set on
  4. No Improvement

Option 1: 1

Option 2: 2

Option 3: 3

Option 4: 4

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Correct Answer: 2


Solution : The correct choice is the second option.

Explanation: There is an error in the use of the preposition in the sentence. The phrasal verb set in should be replaced with set of to convey the intended meaning that each person in the fraternity

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Question : Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.

Option 1: hinderence

Option 2: hoarse

Option 3: humour

Option 4: homage

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Correct Answer: hinderence


Solution : The misspelt word is the first option.

"Hindrance" is the correct spelling and it is used to describe things that provide resistance or obstruction to someone or something.

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Question : Directions: In the following question, a sentence is given with a blank that is to be filled in with an appropriate word. Four alternatives are suggested; choose the correct alternative out of them as your answer.

The assistant manager decided to resign when she was _____ for promotion to deputy manager.

Option 1: passed over

Option 2: passed off

Option 3: passed by

Option 4: passed out

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Correct Answer: passed over


Solution : The first option is the correct choice.

  • Passed over means to get overlooked for something, which fits perfectly in the sentence.
  • Other options, like passed off, mean to represent something deceptive; passed by means to go past something or someone; and passed out means
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Question : The quintessence of Gandhian thought is:

Option 1: satyagraha

Option 2: metaphysics

Option 3: spiritualism

Option 4: moksha

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Correct Answer: satyagraha


Solution : The correct answer is satyagraha.

Gandhi brought a fresh perspective to the world through his unwavering commitment to truth, his resolute determination to uphold it, and his active, nonviolent opposition to untruth. This stands as Gandhi's most significant contribution to the world. Gandhi firmly

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Question : Directions: In the following question, correct the equation by interchanging two signs.
43 + 9 – 6 ÷ 3 × 8 = 50

Option 1: ÷ and ×

Option 2: + and ÷

Option 3: – and +

Option 4: – and ×

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Correct Answer: – and +


Solution : Given:
43 + 9 – 6 ÷ 3 × 8 = 50

Replace the given signs in the options one by one with those in the given equation.
First option: ÷ and ×
= 43 + 9 – 6 × 3 ÷ 8

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