Staff Selection Commission Multi Tasking Staff Exam
Question : What will be the ratio of the simple interest on 1,000 for 2 years at 5% per annum to the simple interest on the same sum for the same period at 10% per annum?
Option 1: 2 : 1
Option 2: 3 : 1
Option 3: 1 : 2
Option 4: 1 : 3
Correct Answer: 1 : 2
Solution : Simple interest = $\frac{\text{Principal × Term × Rate}}{100}$ Simple interest on 1,000 for 2 years at 5% per annum = $\frac{1000 × 2 × 5}{100}$ = INR 100 Simple interest on 1,000 for 2 years at 10% per annum = $\frac{1000 × 2
Question : The pie chart given below shows the number of trucks manufactured by Six companies in a year. The total number of trucks manufactured by all these Six companies is 2160. The number of trucks manufactured by a particular company is shown in terms of degree with respect to the total number of trucks manufactured by all these Six companies.
The total number of trucks manufactured by L, N, and Q is how much percent more than the total number of trucks manufacture by M and R?
Option 1: 286.95%
Option 2: 274.56%
Option 3: 188.24%
Option 4: 192.85%
Correct Answer: 286.95%
Solution : Total angle made by L, N, and Q = 180° + 72° + 15° = 267° Total angle made by M and R = 36° + 33° = 69° The required percentage = $\frac{267-69}{69}×100$ = 286.95% Hence, the correct answer is 286.95%.
Question : As of 1st March 2023, which of the following is not a member country of ASEAN?
Option 1: Thailand
Option 2: Indonesia
Option 3: Sri Lanka
Option 4: Malaysia
Correct Answer: Sri Lanka
Solution : The correct answer is Sri Lanka.
Sri Lanka is not a member country of ASEAN as of 1st March 2023. ASEAN is an intergovernmental organization which comprises ten countries in Southeast Asia. Association of Southeast Asian Nations (ASEAN) countries are Thailand, Vietnam, Indonesia,
Question : Directions: After interchanging which two signs, the value of the given equation will be 1. 12 × 6 – 28 + 3 ÷ 9
Option 1: × and +
Option 2: + and –
Option 3: ÷ and ×
Option 4: × and –
Correct Answer: ÷ and ×
Solution : Given: 12 × 6 – 28 + 3 ÷ 9
Replace the given symbols in the options one by one with the original symbols in the given equation. Let's check the given options – First Option: × and + 12 × 6 –
Question : A work can be completed by N men in 15 days. 5 men leave the work after 3 days. The remaining work was completed in 18 days. What is the value of N?
Option 1: 18
Option 2: 21
Option 3: 15
Option 4: 12
Correct Answer: 15
Solution : Let the efficiency of one man be E Total work done by N men for 15 days with efficiency of E = N × E × 15 = 15NE Total work done by N men in 3 days = 3NE The remaining work = 15NE
Question : Ustad Amjad Ali Khan Bangash is an Indian classical _________ player.
Option 1: violin
Option 2: sarod
Option 3: guitar
Option 4: sitar
Correct Answer: sarod
Solution : The correct option is sarod.
Ustad Amjad Ali Khan Bangash, a legendary sarod player, showcased masterful technique, global ambassadorship and innovation in tradition. His legacy includes founding Sarod Ghar, empowering future musicians and receiving esteemed awards, like the Padma Vibhushan (2001), for his significant
Question : A can do a work alone in 60 days and B can do the same work alone in 33.33% less time taken by A. Find the time taken by B to complete the work alone.
Option 1: 30 days
Option 2: 17 days
Option 3: 22 days
Option 4: 40 days
Correct Answer: 40 days
Solution : Time taken by A alone to complete the work = 60 days Time taken by B alone to complete the work = 33.33% less than 60 days = $(1-\frac{1}{3})×60$ = $\frac{2}{3}×60$ = 40 days Hence, the correct answer is 40 days.
Question : Which country hosted the 1982 edition of the Asian Games?
Option 1: India
Option 2: China
Option 3: Qatar
Option 4: Pakistan
Correct Answer: India
Solution : The correct answer is India.
India hosted the 1982 Asian Games in Delhi from November 19 to December 4. India secured the 5th rank with a total of 57 medals, comprising 13 gold, 19 silver, and 25 bronze medals. India also hosted the Asian
Question : The potential for air pollution increases when the ventilation coefficient is:
Option 1: > 11,000 m2/s
Option 2: > 7,600 m2/s
Option 3: < 3,600 m2/s
Option 4: < 6,000 m2/s
Correct Answer: < 6,000 m2/s
Solution : The correct answer is < 6,000 m2/s.
When the ventilation coefficient reaches 6,000 m2/s, the possibility of air pollution increases. The ventilation coefficient measures the capacity of the atmosphere to diffuse and dilute pollutants. It is computed
Question : Directions: In a certain code language, POINT is coded as 11, and GRANDST is coded as 11. How will HEMANT be coded in that language?
Option 1: 8
Option 2: 4
Option 3: 9
Option 4: 7
Correct Answer: 7
Solution : Given: POINT is coded as 11, and GRANDST is coded as 11.
For POINT→ P(16) + O(15) + I(9) + N(14) + T(20) = 74; 7 + 4 = 11 For GRANDST→ G(7) + R(18) + A(1) + N(14) + D(4) + S(19) + T(20)
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