Staff Selection Commission Multi Tasking Staff Exam
Question : Which among the following countries will host the 2024 South Asian Games?
Option 1: India
Option 2: Bhutan
Option 3: Nepal
Option 4: Pakistan
Correct Answer: Pakistan
Solution : The correct answer is Pakistan.
Pakistan will host the 2024 South Asian Games, and Lahore will be the host city for these events. Lahore is the capital of the Punjab province in Pakistan. These games were scheduled to be held in March 2023 but later
Question : Zee and Gee can complete a task together in 24 days. If the efficiencies of Zee and Gee are in the ratio 3 : 8, respectively, then in how many days can Gee complete the task alone?
Option 1: 33 days
Option 2: 55 days
Option 3: 88 days
Option 4: 44 days
Correct Answer: 33 days
Solution : Time taken by Zee and Gee to complete a task = 24 days The ratio of efficiencies of Zee and Gee = 3 : 8 Let the efficiencies of Zee be $3x$ and Gee be $8x$. Total work done by Zee and Gee =
Question : Directions: In a certain code language, DJ is written as 410. How will NS be written in that language?
Option 1: 1419
Option 2: 1320
Option 3: 1420
Option 4: 1319
Correct Answer: 1419
Solution : Given: DJ is written as 410.
Write the position values of the letters of DJ to obtain the required code – D→4; J→10 Thus, DJ is coded as 410. Similarly, follow the same pattern for NS – N→14; S→19
So, NS is coded as 1419.
Question : Directions: Select the correct mirror image of the given figure when the mirror is placed on the right side of the figure.
Option 1:
Option 2:
Option 3:
Option 4:
Correct Answer:
Solution : As per the mirror image properties, closer things appear closer 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
Question : When quick lime is added to water
Option 1: Heat is liberated
Option 2: Heat is absorbed
Option 3: Temperature decreases
Option 4: No heat change takes place
Correct Answer: Heat is liberated
Solution : The correct answer is Heat is liberated.
Quick lime has a chemical formulae of CaO. It when reacts with water forms calcium hhydroxide, which has a chemical formula of Ca(OH)₂. It is an exothermic reaction i.e. large amount of heat is liberated in
Question : The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error.
If you plant a seed, / you will be noticed / that it takes some / time to grow.
Option 1: that it takes some
Option 2: If you plant a seed
Option 3: you will be noticed
Option 4: time to grow
Correct Answer: you will be noticed
Solution : The correct choice is the third option.
The word noticed is incorrect in the context of the sentence. Be is used to form the passive form and is incorrect to use in this context. Here, notice is the correct verb to
Question : How many chapters (Parva) are there in the epic Mahabharata?
Option 1: 15
Option 2: 18
Option 3: 21
Option 4: 24
Correct Answer: 18
Solution : The correct option is 18.
An ancient Indian epic known as the Mahabharata is divided into a total of 18 parvas (books or divisions). Each parva covers a distinct facet of the narrative, such as the Kuru dynasty's history, the epic Kurukshetra War, and
Question : Ustad Alla Rakha Qureshi, also known as Alla Rakha, was associated with which musical instrument?
Option 1: Piano
Option 2: Tabla
Option 3: Sarod
Option 4: Flute
Correct Answer: Tabla
Solution : The correct option is Tabla
A renowned Indian tabla player, Ustad Alla Rakha Qureshi was also called Alla Rakha. Two-hand drums are used to produce the classic Indian percussion instrument known as the tabla. Alla Rakha gained recognition for his prowess on the tabla and
Question : Choose the word that means the same as the given word. Aptitude
Option 1: Attitude
Option 2: Talent
Option 3: Stress
Option 4: Faith
Correct Answer: Talent
Solution : The correct choice is the second option.
Aptitude refers to a natural ability or talent for a particular skill or type of work. Similarly, talent refers to a natural aptitude or skill.
The meanings of the other words are:
Question : Food for the developing foetus is supplied by the
Option 1: Uterus
Option 2: Placenta
Option 3: Ovary
Option 4: Allantosis
Correct Answer: Placenta
Solution : The correct option is - Placenta
Food for the developing fetus is supplied by the mother through a specialized organ known as the placenta. The placenta is a temporary organ that develops during pregnancy and plays a crucial role in providing nutrients and oxygen to
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