Staff Selection Commission Multi Tasking Staff Exam
Question : Directions: In a certain code language, VOTED is coded as 76218, WIDER is coded as 08759, ADORE is coded as 79382. What is the code for ART in that code language?
Option 1: 395
Option 2: 397
Option 3: 387
Option 4: 396
Correct Answer: 396
Solution : Given: 1. VOTED ⇒ 76218 2. WIDER ⇒ 08759 3. ADORE ⇒ 79382
By comparing all the above-coded words, we find that – In words 1 and 2, E, D are common letters and 7, 8 are common codes. In words 1 and
Question : In which state of India is the Khajuraho dance festival celebrated?
Option 1: Nagaland
Option 2: Kerala
Option 3: Madhya Pradesh
Option 4: Tamil Nadu
Correct Answer: Madhya Pradesh
Solution : The correct option is Madhya Pradesh.
The Khajuraho Dance Festival is celebrated in Madhya Pradesh, India. This cultural event takes place against the backdrop of the Khajuraho temples, famous for their intricate and erotic sculptures. The festival showcases classical Indian dance forms, attracting
Question : Directions: Select the figure from among the given options that can replace the question mark (?) in the following series.
Option 1:
Option 2:
Option 3:
Option 4:
Correct Answer:
Solution : According to the question figure – The C-type symbol is rotated by 180° starting from the top left position to the bottom left position one by one.
Therefore, the figure in option four is the required missing figure. Hence, the fourth option is correct.
Question : The upper portion of the mantle is called ____.
Option 1: asthenosphere
Option 2: barysphere
Option 3: mesosphere
Option 4: lithosphere
Correct Answer: asthenosphere
Solution : The correct answer is asthenosphere.
The upper portion of the mantle is known as the asthenosphere. There are three layers of the earth, namely, the crust, mantle, and core. The asthenosphere is a weak portion below the lithosphere. It is generally hotter and more
Question : Directions: Select the set in which the numbers are related in the same way as the numbers of the following sets. (NOTE: Operations should be performed on the whole numbers, without breaking down the numbers into their constituent digits. E.g. 13 – Operations on 13 such as adding/subtracting /multiplying etc. to 13 can be performed. Breaking down 13 into 1 and 3 and then performing mathematical operations on 1 and 3 is NOT allowed.) (3, 4, 24) (4, 5, 40)
Option 1: (4, 6, 35)
Option 2: (5, 7, 42)
Option 3: (3, 7, 21)
Option 4: (2, 7, 28)
Correct Answer: (2, 7, 28)
Solution : Given: (3, 4, 24); (4, 5, 40)
In the above-given sets, multiply 2 by the product of the first and second numbers. (3, 4, 24)→3 × 4 = 12; 12 × 2 = 24 (4, 5, 40)→4 × 5 = 20; 20 ×
Question : Two trains are moving in the same direction at the speed of 44 km/hr and 70 km/hr. The time taken by a faster train to cross a man sitting in the slower train is 72 seconds. What will be the length of the faster train?
Option 1: 520 metres
Option 2: 620 metres
Option 3: 450 metres
Option 4: 500 metres
Correct Answer: 520 metres
Solution : The relative speed of the faster train concerning the slower train is = 70 km/hr − 44 km/hr = 26 km/hr = 26 × $\frac{5 }{18}$ m/s = $\frac{130 }{18}$ m/s The sum of the lengths of two trains = $\frac{130 }{18}$ × 72
Question : Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
What to do in the event of a gas_____.
Option 1: lead
Option 2: leek
Option 3: leer
Option 4: leak
Correct Answer: leak
Solution : The fourth option is correct.
Explanation: In the context of a gas-related emergency, the most logical word to fill in the blank is leak. A gas leak refers to the unintended escape of gas, which can be potentially dangerous.
The meanings of the
Question : A and B can do a piece of work in 72 days. B and C can do it in 120 days. A and C can do it in 90 days. In how many days can all three together do the work?
Option 1: 80 days
Option 2: 100 days
Option 3: 60 days
Option 4: 150 days
Correct Answer: 60 days
Solution : Given: A and B can do a piece of work in 72 days. B and C can do it in 120 days. A and C can do it in 90 days. (A + B)'s 1 day's work = $\frac{1}{72}$ (B + C)'s 1 day's
Question : The average of 15 results is 52. If the average of the first 8 results is 56 and that of the last 8 results is 55, then what will be the value of the 8th result?
Option 1: 92
Option 2: 96
Option 3: 116
Option 4: 108
Correct Answer: 108
Solution : Given: The average of 15 results is 52. The average of the first 8 results is 56 and that of the last 8 results is 55. $\text{Average}=\frac{\text{Sum of all values}}{\text{Total number of values}}$ The value of the 8th result = (8 × 56 + 8
Question : Find the part of the given sentence that has an error in it. If there is no error, choose 'No Error'. If I was your sister, I would have never slapped you.
Option 1: If I was your
Option 2: never slapped you
Option 3: sister, I would have
Option 4: No Error
Correct Answer: If I was your
Solution : The error lies in the first option.
Explanation: The sentence uses a hypothetical situation (subjunctive mood) where the speaker is imagining a scenario that is not true in reality. When expressing hypothetical situations or unreal conditions, especially when paired with "if",
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