Staff Selection Commission Multi Tasking Staff Exam
Question : Chandragupta I was the first ruler of the Gupta dynasty to adopt the grand title of_________.
Option 1: Dharmaraja
Option 2: Maharajadhiraja
Option 3: Maharaja
Option 4: Devanampriya
Correct Answer: Maharajadhiraja
Solution : The correct option is Maharajadhiraja.
Chandragupta I was a king of the Gupta dynasty and is considered one of its early rulers. His adoption of the title Maharajadhiraja suggests a high imperial status, signifying " King of Great Kings" or " Emperor of Emperors."
Question : A mobile phone was bought for INR 25,000. The value of that mobile phone depreciates by 5% per annum due to its use. The value of the mobile phone after 2 years is:
Option 1: INR 22,562.50
Option 2: INR 23,842.50
Option 3: INR 21,546.50
Option 4: INR 24,800.50
Correct Answer: INR 22,562.50
Solution : Initial Price = 25,000 Depreciation per annum = 5% Depreciation after 2 years = $5 + 5 -\frac{5×5}{100}=10-0.25=9.75$% So, the price after 2 years = $(100-9.75)$% of 25000 = $\frac{90.25}{100}×25000$ = INR 22562.50 Hence, the correct answer is INR 22,562.50.
Question : Directions: Which of the following numbers will replace the question mark (?) in the given series? 81, 92, 101, 108, 113, ?
Option 1: 118
Option 2: 117
Option 3: 114
Option 4: 116
Correct Answer: 116
Solution : Given: 81, 92, 101, 108, 113, ?
Add the consecutive odd numbers starting from 11 in decreasing order to the previous term, to obtain the next term – 81 + 11 = 92; 92 + 9 = 101; 101 + 7 = 108; 108 +
Question : The length of each side of a rhombus is 10 cm. If the length of one of its diagonals is 16 cm, then what is the area of the rhombus?
Option 1: 108 cm2
Option 2: 112 cm2
Option 3: 128 cm2
Option 4: 96 cm2
Correct Answer: 96 cm2
Solution : The area (A) of a rhombus, $A = \frac{1}{2} \times d_1 \times d_2$ where $d_1$ and $d_2$ are the lengths of the diagonals. Given: $d_1$ = 16 cm The length of each side of the rhombus is 10 cm. Using the Pythagorean theorem,
Question : A litre of water weighs a kilogram, and a litre of another liquid weighs 1.340 kilograms. A mixture of the two weighs 1.270 kilograms per litre. The ratio of their volumes in a litre of the mixture is:
Option 1: 27 : 34
Option 2: 7 : 17
Option 3: 17 : 24
Option 4: 7 : 27
Correct Answer: 7 : 27
Solution : Given: A litre of water weighs a kilogram = 1000 gm A litre of a 2nd liquid weighs 1.340 kilograms = 1340 gm A litre of a mixture of the two weighs 1.270 kilograms = 1270 gm So, the ratio of their
Question : Directions: Select the option related to the third letter cluster in the same way as the second letter cluster is related to the first letter cluster. AND : VHV :: LXY : ?
Option 1: HRR
Option 2: HRQ
Option 3: GRQ
Option 4: GSQ
Correct Answer: GRQ
Solution : Given: AND : VHV :: LXY : ?
Subtract 5, 6, and 8 from the place value of the first, second, and third letters of AND to get the related letter cluster. A – 5 = V; N – 6 = H; D – 8
Question : Directions: Find the missing number from the given responses.
Option 1: 2
Option 2: 17
Option 3: 34
Option 4: 9
Correct Answer: 2
Solution : Given:
The pattern can be observed running vertically down in the columns. Column 1: 7 × 3 × 2 = 42 Column 2: 3 × 4 × 7 = 84 Column 3: 10
Question : Vyom purchased 40 dozen pens at the rate of Rs. 56 per dozen. He sold 15 dozen at a 20% profit and the remaining 25 dozen at a 10% profit. What is his profit percentage?
Option 1: 12.5%
Option 2: 16.66%
Option 3: 11.25%
Option 4: 13.75%
Correct Answer: 13.75%
Solution : Cost price (CP) = Number of dozens × Rate per dozen = 40 × 56 = Rs. 2240 For the first 15 dozen pens (sold at a 20% profit): Profit percentage = 20% ⇒ Profit per dozen = $\frac{20}{100}$ × Cost per dozen = $\frac{20}{100}×{56}$
Question : Select the most appropriate synonym to substitute the bracketed word in the given sentence.
No need to read (voluminous) campaign literature, or pore through printed recommendations.
Option 1: Commodious
Option 2: Micro
Option 3: Sparkling
Option 4: Reverberate
Correct Answer: Commodious
Solution : The correct choice is the first option.
Voluminous refers to clothing that is large, consists of a lot of cloth, and is roomy.
Commodious is used to describe something that has a lot of space. Both of these words imply having too much space,
Question : Who among the following was revered as the 'Queen of Thumri'?
Option 1: Naina Devi
Option 2: Siddheshwari Devi
Option 3: Girija Devi
Option 4: Annapurna Devi
Correct Answer: Girija Devi
Solution : The correct option is Girija Devi.
Girija Devi was widely acclaimed as the "Queen of Thumri", a title bestowed upon her for her unparalleled mastery and contributions to this captivating genre of Indian classical music. Thumri, known for its expressive lyrics and delicate
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