Staff Selection Commission Multi Tasking Staff Exam
Question : Directions: In the following question, select the missing number of the given series. 9, 18, 36, 72, 144, ?
Option 1: 310
Option 2: 280
Option 3: 288
Option 4: 290
Correct Answer: 288
Solution : Given: 9, 18, 36, 72, 144, ?
In the above-given series, multiply the previous number by 2 to obtain the next number. 9 × 2 = 18; 18 × 2 = 36; 36 × 2 = 72; 72 × 2 = 144; 144 × 2
Question :
An insect is an organism having:
Option 1:
3 pairs of legs
Option 2:
4 pairs of legs
Option 3: head, thorax and abdomen
Option 4: pair of wings and antenna
Correct Answer:
Solution : The correct answer is 3 pairs of legs.
Insects have three pairs of jointed legs. Other features that any insect possesses are:
Question : Directions: Select the option that is related to the fourth number in the same way as the first number is related to the second number and the fifth number is related to the sixth number. 11 : 1000 :: ? : 1728 :: 9 : 512
Option 1: 15
Option 2: 7
Option 3: 5
Option 4: 13
Correct Answer: 13
Solution : Given: 11 : 1000 :: ? : 1728 :: 9 : 512
Like, 11 : 1000→(11 – 1)3 = (10)3 = 1000 9 : 512→(9 – 1)3 = (8)3 = 512
Let's check the options – First Option: 15→(15 – 1)
Question : Directions: Which of the following letter clusters will replace the question mark (?) in the given series? KS, MU, OW, QY, SA, UC, ?
Option 1: WD
Option 2: EW
Option 3: WE
Option 4: WS
Correct Answer: WE
Solution : Given: KS, MU, OW, QY, SA, UC, ?
In the above-given series, add 2 to the place value of each letter of the previous term to get the next term. KS→K + 2 = M; S + 2 = U MU→M + 2 = O;
Question : The Gupta Saka was founded by
Option 1: Chandra Gupta, the First
Option 2: Chandra Gupta, the Second
Option 3: Samudra Gupta
Option 4: Kumara Gupta
Correct Answer: Chandra Gupta, the First
Solution : Correct Answer is Chandra Gupta, the First
the second century, Kanishka the Great oversaw the Saka era. He was well-known for his involvement in the military, politics, and spirituality. The Saka era began with his accession to the throne in 78 CE.
Question : Choose the incorrectly spelt word.
Option 1: Recently
Option 2: Brush
Option 3: Structrure
Option 4: Havoc
Correct Answer: Structrure
Solution : The third option is correct.
The incorrectly spelt word in the given sentence is structrure. The correct spelling of the word is structure, meaning the arrangement or organisation of something.
Hence, the correct answer is structure.
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Question : Shivam is 20 percent less efficient than Vivek. If Vivek can make a helmet in 12 days, then in how many days can Shivam make the same helmet?
Option 1: 12 days
Option 2: 18 days
Option 3: 15 days
Option 4: 14 days
Correct Answer: 15 days
Solution : Given: Shivam is 20 percent less efficient than Vivek. Vivek can make a helmet in 12 days. Work done = Time × Efficiency Per day work of Vivek to make the helmet = $\frac{1}{12}$ Per day work of Shivam to make the helmet =
Question : Which Article of the Indian Constitution enshrines the right against exploitation?
Option 1: Articles 23 and 24
Option 2: Articles 27 and 28
Option 3: Article 21
Option 4: Article 15
Correct Answer: Articles 23 and 24
Solution : The correct option is Articles 23 and 24.
The right against exploitation in the Indian Constitution is enshrined in Articles 23 and 24. Article 23 prohibits trafficking in human beings and forced labour. Article 24 prohibits the employment of children in factories
Question : Kajal can do a piece of work alone in 24 days, while Neha can do the same work alone in 40 days. Kajal started the work alone, and then after 12 clays, Neha joined her till the completion of the work. How long did the work take to be completed since Kajal started to work on it?
Option 1: $\frac{37}{4}$ days
Option 2: $\frac{39}{2}$ days
Option 3: $\frac{37}{2}$ days
Option 4: $\frac{39}{4}$ days
Correct Answer: $\frac{39}{2}$ days
Solution : LCM of 24 and 40 = 120 Let the total work = 120 units Now, Kajal completes work in = 24 days Efficiency of Kajal = $\frac{120}{24}$ = 5 units/day Efficiency of Neha = $\frac{120}{40}$ = 3 units/day Kajal worked for 12 days before
Question : Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
A person must speak eloquently and ______ while making a speech.
Option 1: rudely
Option 2: politely
Option 3: hurriedly
Option 4: disrespectfully
Correct Answer: politely
Solution : The correct choice is the second option.
Politely means something that is done in a respectful and considerate manner. This helps convey the intended meaning that a person must speak fluently and respectfully while making a speech.
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