Staff Selection Commission Multi Tasking Staff Exam
Question : In the following question, out of the given four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the Idiom/Phrase.
To have an itching palm
Option 1: To have no mercy
Option 2: To gain strength
Option 3: To have an urge to slap
Option 4: To be greedy for money
Correct Answer: To be greedy for money
Solution : The correct choice is the fourth option.
Explanation:
The idiom to have an itching palm means to be eager or greedy for money, especially with a desire for personal gain or financial advantage. The alternative to be greedy for money accurately
Question : A cyclist, after cycling a distance of 70 km on the second day, finds that the ratio of distance covered by him on the first two days is 4 : 5. If he travels a distance of 42 km on the third day, then the ratio of distance travelled on the third day and the first day is:
Option 1: 4 : 3
Option 2: 3 : 2
Option 3: 3 : 4
Option 4: 2 : 3
Correct Answer: 3 : 4
Solution : Let $x$ km be the distance travelled on the first day. Distance travelled on the second day = 70 km The ratio of distances covered by him on the first two days is 4 : 5. $⇒\frac{x}{70}=\frac{4}{5}$ $\therefore x=\frac{4}{5}×70$ = 56 km If
Question : Sonu and Monu can do a piece of work in 8 days and 12 days, respectively. If at the end of the work they got Rs. 8400. What is the share of Sonu?
Option 1: Rs. 2360
Option 2: Rs. 1680
Option 3: Rs. 3480
Option 4: Rs. 5040
Correct Answer: Rs. 5040
Solution : Given: Sonu and Monu can do a piece of work in 8 days and 12 days, respectively. Ratio of their efficiency = $\frac{1}{8}:\frac{1}{12}$ = 3 : 2 Their wages will also be in the same ratio. $\therefore$ Share of Sonu = $\frac{3}{2+3}\times8400=\frac35\times8400$ = Rs.
Question : Which of the following processes does not increase the amount of carbon dioxide in the air?
Option 1: Breathing
Option 2: Photosynthesis
Option 3: Burning of petrol
Option 4: Aerobic decay of vegetation
Correct Answer: Photosynthesis
Solution : The correct option is Photosynthesis.
Photosynthesis is the mechanism through which green plants convert carbon dioxide and water into sugar glucose, utilising the energy derived from light. As a result, in addition to creating oxygen, photosynthesis serves as almost every organism's primary energy source. Hence,
Question : Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word. Equivocal
Option 1: Definite
Option 2: Secure
Option 3: Insecure
Option 4: Ambiguous
Correct Answer: Ambiguous
Solution : The fourth option is correct.
Ambiguous means having more than one possible meaning or interpretation, which is unclear. This is the closest synonym to equivocal, as it also denotes something that is not clear or straightforward in meaning. The meanings of the other options are
Question : Rama is suffering from chickenpox. What type of disease is it?
Option 1: Fungal disease
Option 2: Hereditary disease
Option 3: Viral disease
Option 4: Bacterial disease
Correct Answer: Viral disease
Solution : The correct option is a viral disease.
Chickenpox is a viral disease caused by the Varicella-Zoster virus. It is highly contagious and primarily affects children. The symptoms include a characteristic itchy rash, fever and malaise. The vaccination for chickenpox is available and is
Question : If 80% of total articles are sold at a profit of 25% and the remaining articles are sold at a loss of 20%, then what will be the overall profit percentage?
Option 1: 15%
Option 2: 12.5%
Option 3: 16%
Option 4: 20%
Correct Answer: 16%
Solution : Let the cost price of 1 article be Re. 1 and the number of articles be 100. So, the selling price (SP) of 80% article = Cost price of 80 articles + Profit = 80 + 25% of 80 = Rs. 100 Now, the selling
Question : Mahabalipuram monuments were built in__________ dynasty architecture.
Option 1: Chandela
Option 2: Pallava
Option 3: Pali
Option 4: Gupta
Correct Answer: Pallava
Solution : The correct answer is Pallava.
The Hindu Group of Monuments in Mahabalipuram, sometimes called Mamallapuram, are especially prominent landmarks because they are both artistic and technological marvels and a remarkable testament to the Pallava monarchs' architectural legacy. In the context of classical Indian architecture,
Question : Directions: Two statements are given followed by two conclusions numbered I and II. Assuming the statements to be true, even if they seem to be at variance with commonly known facts, decide which of the conclusions logically follow(s) from the statements. Statements: I. No duck is a doll. II. All eggs are dolls. Conclusions: I. No duck is an egg. II. Some dolls are eggs.
Option 1: Only conclusion II follows
Option 2: Neither conclusion I nor II follows
Option 3: Both conclusions follow
Option 4: Only conclusion I follows
Correct Answer: Both conclusions follow
Solution : The possible Venn diagram according to the given statements is as follows –
Let's analyse the conclusions – Conclusion (I): No duck is an egg – Since all eggs are dolls and no doll is a duck. Thus, it can be concluded that
Question : Directions: Which of the following letter clusters will replace the question mark (?) in the given series? SE, VI, YM, BQ, EU, ?
Option 1: HY
Option 2: JY
Option 3: GY
Option 4: HX
Correct Answer: HY
Solution : Given: SE, VI, YM, BQ, EU, ?
Add 3 and 4 to the place value of the first and second letters respectively of the previous term to get the next term in the series. SE→S + 3 = V; E + 4 = I→VI VI→V
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