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SSC CGL TIER-I 2019
(Held On: 3 March 2020 Shift- 3)
GENERAL INTELLIGENCE AND REASONING
1. Select the letter-cluster that can replace the question mark (?) in the following series.
KQG,JTK,HXO,ECS ? (a) BIV (b) AIW (c) AHW (d) BIX
2. The sequence of folding a piece of paper and the manner in which the folded paper has been cut is shown in the following figures. How would this paper look when unfolded?
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3. Select the correct mirror image of the given alphanumeric-cluster when a mirror is placed on the right side of the cluster.
5 G 7 N P Q 4 (a) b O Q V L D 2 (b) b Q V I T D S (c) 2 Q V B O T (d) b Q V I T D 2
4. Study the given pattern carefully and select the number that can replace the question mark (?) in it.
28 30 36 36 32 18 252 240 ? (a) 268 (b) 166 (c) 164 (d) 162
5. Four words have been given, out of which three are alike in some manner and one is different. Select the odd word.
(a) Peace
(b) Non-violence
(c) Truth
(d) Hatred
6. Select the figure that can replace the question mark (?) in the following series.
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7. Which of the following Venn diagrams best represents the relationship between the following classes? Police Officers, Mothers, Females
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8. Select the option that is related to the third number in the same way as the second number is related to the first number.
7:329:9:?
(a) 1029
(b) 728
(c) 711
(d) 743
9. The total age of Amit and Suvarna on 1 January 2015 is 61 years. Amit is three years younger than Suvarna. What was the age of Suvarna on 1 January 2010?
(a) 27 years
(b) 24 years
(c) 29 years
(d) 32 years
10. Four number-pairs have been given, out of which three are alike in some manner and one is different. Select the number-pair that is different from the rest.
(a) 35:1221
(b) 21:437
(c) 11:118
(d) 33:1085
11. Four letter-clusters have been given, out of which three are alike in some manner and one is different. Select the odd letter-cluster.
(a) BGLQ
(b) OTYD
(c) KPUZ
(d) HMRV
12. Select the option in which the given figure X is embedded (rotation is not allowed).
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13. Select the option in which the words share the same relationship as that shared by the given pair of words.
Calendar: Date (a) Class: Group (b) Weight: Kilogram (c) Food: Vegetarian (d) Clock: Time
14. In a certain code language, 'SERVANT' is coded as '192182211420'. How will 'MAGNIFY' be coded as in that language? (a) 1426693625 (b) 1316143522 (c) 1317143625 (d) 1417139625
15. How many triangles are there in the given figure?
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(a) 24
(b) 18
(c) 20
(d) 22
16. Select the letter that can replace the question mark (?) in the following series. O, B, L, C, I, D, F, E ? (a) K (b) C (c) H (d) N
17. 'Beverages' is related to 'Tea' in the same way as 'Medicine' is related to
(a) Doctor
(b) Hospital
(c) Analgesics
(d) Disease
18. Select the number that can replace the question mark (?) in the following series. 87, 89, 92, 97, 104, 115, ?, 145 (a) 125 (b) 128 (c) 133 (d) 132
19. Read the given statements and conclusions carefully. Assuming that the information given in the statements is true, even if it appears to be at variance with commonly known facts, decide which of the given conclusions logically follow(s) from the statements.
## Statements:
1. All prizes are medals.
2. Some prizes are certificates,
## Conclusions:
I. Some certificates are prizes.
II. Some medals are prizes,
III. Some certificates are medals.
III. Some certificates are medals.
(a) Only conclusions I and III follow
(b) Only conclusions II and III follow
(c) All conclusions I, II and III follow
(d) Only conclusions I and II follow
20. In a certain code language, 'DEPEND' is written as 'EPHTJJ. How will 'TRAVEL' be written as in that language?
(a) MGWEWY
(b) NGYFWZ
(c) MGYEWZ
(d) MGZEXZ
21. Select the option in which the numbers are related in the same way as are the numbers in the given set.
(11,165,209)
(a) (14,210,276)
(b) (17,245,323)
(c) (12,180,228)
(d) (15,225,275)
22. Which two signs and two numbers should be interchanged to make the given equation correct?
\[17 + 11 - 12\times 36\div 6 = 80\] \[(a)\times \mathrm{and} - ;17\mathrm{and}11\] \[(b) + \mathrm{and} - ;6\mathrm{and}12\] \[(c)\times \mathrm{and} - ;6\mathrm{and}12\] \[(d)\times \mathrm{and} - ;17\mathrm{and}12\]
23. Select the dice that can be formed by folding the given sheet along the lines.
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(a) Only B,C and D
(b) Only B and C
(c) Only B and D
(d) Only A and B
24. If the following words are arranged as per their order in the English dictionary, which of the following words will come third in the sequence?
1. Isomer
2. Isolation
3. Isotope
4. Isolate
5. Isologs
6. Isonomy
(a) Isologs
(b) Isoline
(c) Isolate
(d) Isomer
25. A+B means A is the father of B';
A-B means A is the sister of B'; A \(\times\) B means A is the brother of B'; A \(\times\) B means A is the mother of B'.
A \(\times\) B means A is the mother of B'.
If U+H \(\times\) L- Q \(\times\) R- Y then how is L related to Y
(a) Mother's brother
(b) Mother's sister
(c) Sister
(d) Maternal grandmother
GENERAL AWARENESS
26. The last recognised king of the Gupta Kingdom was
(a) Samudragupta
(b) Bimbisara
(c) Ashoka
(d) Vishnugupta
27. In economies, all productive resources are owned and controlled by the government.
(a) Dual
(b) Socialist
(c) Mixed
(d) Capitalist
28. The birth anniversary of is celebrated as 'International Nurses Day' every year.
(a) Florence Nightingale
(b) Alice Walker
(c) Clara Barton
(d) Mother Teresa
29. The city of is located at the mouth of the Yangtze River.
(a) Beijing
(b) Guangzhou
(c) Shanghai
(d) Lhasa
30. As of December 2019, was the largest crude oil supplier to India.
(a) Iraq
(b) Saudi Arabia
(c) United Arab Emirates
(d) Iran
31. Who among the following publishes the Economic Survey of India?
(a) National Development Council
(b) Ministry of Finance
(c) Institute of finance
(d) Indian Statistical Institute
32. Name the Indian elected to the International Narcotics Control Board by the UN Economic and Social Council on 23 April 2014 and re-elected by the Council for a 5 year term (2020-2025) on 7 May 2019.
(a) Sudhir Rajkumar
(b) Jagjit Pavadia
(c) Syed Akbaruddin
(d) Yasmin Ali Haque
33. In October 2019, was appointed as the secretary of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI).
(a) Brijesh Patel
(b) Sourav Ganguly
(c) Jay Shah
(d) Jayesh George
34. I horsepower \(=\) approximately watts.
(a) 746
(b) 764
(c) 647
(d) 674
35. Which of the following countries is NOT a member of the SAARC Association?
(a) Pakistan
(b) Nepal
(c) China
(d) Bhutan
36. The process of coating grooves or engravings in ornaments with coloured enamels is called
(a) Phulkari
(b) Zardozi
(c) Chikankari
(d) Meenakari
37. Who was the first Indian to receive the International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) Blue Cross?
(a) Ronjan Sodhi
(b) Vijay Kumar
(c) Gagan Narang
(d) Abhinav Bindra
38. Which of the following is NOT a part of the brain?
(a) Medulla
(b) Thalamus
(c) Pons
(d) Pinna
39. As of January 2020, which of the following countries had NOT independently launched a human into space?
(a) India
(b) USA
(c) Russia
(d) China
40. The first ruler of Magadha from the Haryana dynasty was
(a) Ashoka
(b) Prasenajit
(c) Bimbisara
(d) Ajatashatru
41. The helps in equalizing the pressure on either side of the eardrum.
(a) cochlear nerve
(b) malleus
(c) eustachian tube
(d) incus
42. Calcium sulfate dihydrate is commonly known as
(a) gypsum
(b) glass
(c) asbestos
(d) limestone
43. Who among the following was a famous 'Qawwali' singer?
(a) Nazia Hassan
(b) Begum Akhtar
(c) Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan
(d) Bade Ghulam Ali Khan
44. ________became the Prime Minister of Bhutan in November 2018.
(a) Lyonchhen Lotay Tshering
(b) Lyonchhen Jigme Thinley
(c) Lyonpo Sonam Tobgye
(d) Lyonpo Sangay Ngedup
45. ________,the world's highest polo ground, is located in Pakistan.
(a) Kasur
(b) Attock
(c) Shandur
(d) Okara
46. 'Kiribath' is a rice dish from ________.
(a) Myanmar
(b) Bhutan
(c) Nepal
(d) Sri Lanka
47. The Gupta rulers imposed a fine called ________ which was a plough tax paid by every cultivator owning a plough.
(a) Hiranya
(b) Sulka
(c) Halivakara
(d) Kara
48. ________is the largest city in Sri Lanka.
(a) Colombo
(b) Negombo
(c) Kandy
(d) Jaffna
49. Hiuen Tsang, hailed as the prince of pilgrims, visited India during the reign of king ________.
(a) Ashoka
(b) Vishnugupta
(c) Samudragupta
(d) Harsha
50. Lucifer is another name for the planet ________.
(a) Jupiter
(b) Saturn
(c) Venus
(d) Mars
QUANTITATIVE APTITUDE
51. The average of five consecutive even numbers is M. If the next five even numbers are also included, the average of ten numbers will be:
(a) M + 5
(b) 11
(c) 10
(d) M + 10
52. The value of \(-\frac{5}{2} + \frac{3}{2} \div 6 \times \frac{1}{2}\) is equal to:
(a) \(-\frac{1}{3}\)
(b) \(-\frac{1}{12}\)
(c) \(-\frac{19}{8}\)
(d) \(-\frac{9}{8}\)
53. (a + b - c + d)² - (a - b + c - d)² = ?
(a) 4a (b + d - c)
(b) 2a (a + b - c)
(c) 2a (b + c - d)
(d) 4a (b - d + c)
54. If 2sin θ - 8 cos² θ + 5 = 0, 0° < θ < 90°, then what is the value of (tan 2θ + cosec 2θ)?
(a) \(3\sqrt{3}\)
(b) \(\frac{4\sqrt{3}}{3}\)
(c) \(2\sqrt{3}\)
(d) \(\frac{5\sqrt{3}}{3}\)
55. Two racers run at a speed of 100 m/min and 120 m/min, respectively. If the second racer takes 10 minutes less than the first to complete the run, then how long is the race?
(a) 2 km
(b) 4 km
(c) 6 km
(d) 1 km
56. The table below shows income (in rupees) for a particular month, together with their sources in respect of 5 employees A, B, C, D, and E.
<table>
<tr><td>Employee</td><td>A</td><td>B</td><td>C</td><td>D</td><td>E</td></tr>
<tr><td>Salary</td><td>52,000</td><td>48,500</td><td>42,000</td><td>31,000</td><td>25,000</td></tr>
<tr><td>Overtime</td><td>0</td><td>0</td><td>1,500</td><td>2,500</td><td>3,200</td></tr>
<tr><td>Arrears</td><td>5,500</td><td>4,500</td><td>4,000</td><td>3,000</td><td>1,500</td></tr>
<tr><td>Bonus</td><td>3,500</td><td>3,000</td><td>2,500</td><td>2,000</td><td>2,000</td></tr>
<tr><td>Miscellaneous</td><td>5,000</td><td>3,000</td><td>2,000</td><td>1,500</td><td>0</td></tr>
<tr><td>Total</td><td>66,000</td><td>59,000</td><td>52,000</td><td>40,000</td><td>31,700</td></tr>
</table>
How many employees have their salary more than four times their other incomes?
(a) 3
(b) 2
(c) 1
(d) 4
57. As per data in the table, what is the percentage of students who got 20 or more marks?
<table>
<tr><td>Scores</td><td>0-5</td><td>5-10</td><td>10-15</td><td>15-20</td><td>20-25</td><td>25-30</td><td>30-35</td><td>35-40</td></tr>
<tr><td>No. of students</td><td>13</td><td>15</td><td>18</td><td>12</td><td>14</td><td>19</td><td>6</td><td>3</td></tr>
</table>
(a) 14 %
(b) 58 %
(c) 54 %
(d) 42 %
58. The value of \(\frac{\tan 30^\circ + \tan 60^\circ}{\cos 30^\circ}\) is
(a) \(1 + \sqrt{3}\)
(b) \(\frac{8}{\sqrt{3}}\)
(c) \(\frac{8}{3}\)
(d) \(\sqrt{3} + 3\)
59. In the figure, what is the value of cot R?
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(a) \(\frac{17}{8}\)
(b) \(\frac{15}{17}\)
(c) \(\frac{15}{8}\)
(d) \(\frac{8}{15}\)
60. A can finish a work in 20 days and B can finish the same work in 25 days. They began together, but B left the work after 5 days. How many more days will A take to finish the remaining work?
(a) 11
(b) 8
(c) 16
(d) 21
61. The curved surface area of a hemisphere with radius 7 cm is:
(Take π = 22/7)
(a) 616 cm²
(b) 385 cm²
(c) 462 cm²
(d) 308 cm²
62. The value of
36 ÷ 42 of 6 × 7 + 24 × 6 ÷ 18 + 3
÷ (2 - 6) - (4 + 3 × 2) ÷ 8
21 ÷ 3 of 7
(a) 7
(b) 7 1/2
(c) 8 1/2
(d) 1/7
63. From the following table, how many patients were in the age group 40-60?
<table>
<tr><td>Age (years)</td><td>less than 10</td><td>less than 20</td><td>less than 30</td><td>less than 40</td><td>less than 50</td><td>less than 60</td><td>less than 70</td></tr>
<tr><td>No of patients</td><td>11</td><td>15</td><td>22</td><td>29</td><td>35</td><td>45</td><td>50</td></tr>
</table>
(a) 45
(b) 29
(c) 6
(d) 16
64. The number of students enrolled in different faculties in a school is as follows:
<table>
<tr><td>Science</td><td>Arts</td><td>Commerce</td><td>Vocational</td></tr>
<tr><td>Boys Girls</td><td>Boys Girls</td><td>Boys Girls</td><td>Boys Girls</td></tr>
<tr><td>35 18</td><td>25 47</td><td>45 40</td><td>10 30</td></tr>
</table>
The percentage of students studying in Science or Vocational subjects is:
(a) 93 %
(b) 50 %
(c) 37.2 %
(d) 25 %
65. In Δ ABC, if AB = AC and ∠BAC = 40°, then the measure of angle B is:
(a) 60°
(b) 40°
(c) 70°
(d) 50°
66. What should replace * in the number 94 × 2357, so that number is divisible by 11?
(a) 1
(b) 7
(c) 8
(d) 3
67. Two numbers are in the ratio 5 : 7. If the first number is 20, then the second number will be:
(a) 8
(b) 22
(c) 28
(d) 18
68. If the difference between 62 % and 80 % of a number is 198, then the difference between 92 % and 56 % of the number will be:
(a) 1100
(b) 3564
(c) 396
(d) 360
69. In the given figure, AP bisects ∠BAC. If AB = 4 cm, AC = 6 cm and BP = 3 cm, then the length of CP is:
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(a) 3 cm
(b) 7 cm
(c) 5 cm
(d) 4.5 cm
70. A dealer sold 6 sewing machines for ₹ 63,000 with a profit of 5 %. For how much should he sell 8 machines if he intends to earn 15 % profit?
(a) ₹ 88,200
(b) ₹ 69,300
(c) ₹ 92,000
(d) ₹ 92,400
71. In the given figure, AP and BP are tangents to a circle with centre O. If ∠APB = 62° then the measure of ∠AQB is:
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72. The value of \(27a^{3} - 2\sqrt{2}b^{3}\) is equal to:
(a) \((3a - \sqrt{2}b)(9a^{2} - 2b^{2} + 6\sqrt{2}ab)\)
(b) \((3a - \sqrt{2}b)(9a^{2} + 2b^{2} + 6\sqrt{2}ab)\)
(c) \((3a - \sqrt{2}b)(9a^{2} + 2b^{2} + 3\sqrt{2}ab)\)
(d) \((3a - \sqrt{2}b)(9a^{2} - 2b^{2} - 3\sqrt{2}ab)\)
73. In a circle with radius 5 cm, a chord is at a distance of 3 cm from the center. The length of the chord is:
(a) 3 cm
(b) 7 cm
(c) 8 cm
(d) 4 cm
74. A person marked his goods at a price that would give him 40% profit. But he declared a sale and allowed a 20% discount on the marked price. What is the profit percentage of the person in the whole transaction?
(a) 12 %
(b) 32 %
(c) 30 %
(d) 20 %
75. The simple interest on a certain sum at the end of three years at 5% p.a. is ₹1,200. The compound interest on the same sum for the same period at the same rate is (interest compounded yearly):
(a) ₹ 1,800
(b) ₹ 1,261
(c) ₹ 820
(d) ₹ 1,260
ENGLISH COMPREHENSION
76. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
(a) Patner
(b) Pierce
(c) Pietous
(d) Pursue
77. In the sentence identify the segment which contains the grammatical error.
Deepa walked down the road slowly without looking anybody.
(a) down the road
(b) slowly without
(c) looking anybody
(d) Deepa walked
78. Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word.
(a) Negligible
(b) Negotiate
(c) Necessary
(d) Nuisance
79. Select the option that expresses the given sentence in reported speech.
She said to me," What time is your flight tomorrow?"
(a) She asked me what time is my flight the next day.
(b) She asked me what time my flight will be the next day.
(c) She asked me what time my flight was the following day.
(d) She asked me that what time was my flight tomorrow.
80. Select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, select No improvement. My shoes were worn out so I had to buy a new one.
(a) a new ones
(b) new ones
(c) No improvement
(d) the new one's
81. Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Blow one's own trumpet
(a) Follow others
(b) Praise oneself
(c) Condemn others
(d) Be self-reliant
Directions (82- 83): In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Select the most appropriate option to fill each blank.
Watermelon is thought to have originated in Africa's Kalahari Desert. Believe it (1) not, the first recorded watermelon harvest (2) nearly 5000 years ago in Egypt and is (3) in Egyptian hieroglyphics on the walls of their (4) buildings. This fruit was often placed (5) the burial tombs of kings to provide nourishment in the afterlife.
82. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank 1. (a) but (b) or (c) and (d) if
83. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank 2.
(a) contained
(b) produced
(c) discovered
(d) occurred
84. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank 3.
(a) depicted
(b) diverted
(c) distributed
(d) directed
85. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank 4.
(a) obsolete
(b) outdated
(c) ancient
(d) elderly
86. Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank 5.
(a) along
(b) with
(c) in
(d) after
87. Select the most appropriate one word substitution for the given group of words.
A place where clothes are kept (a) Coffin
(b) Wardrobe
(c) Hangar
(d) Shaft
88. In the sentence identify the segment which contains the grammatical error.
Everything that I like to eat are fattening.
(a) Everything that
(b) I like
(c) are fattening
(d) to eat
89. Select the most appropriate antonym of the given word.
VIGILANT
(a) Wary
(b) Rash
(c) Alert
(d) Cautious
90. Select the most appropriate antonym of the given word.
FLEXIBLE
(a) Supple
(b) Stiff
(c) Stale
(d) Soft
91. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
The government has warned the traders not to _onions.
(a) hoard
(b) combine
(c) gross
(d) bulk
92. Select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, select No improvement.
sing always when he is having a shower.
(a) He always sings
(b) He always sing
(c) No improvement
(d) Always he is singing
93. Given below are four jumbled sentences. Out of the given options pick the one that gives their correct order.
A. He then called out to the people but by then only a red glow was visible in the sky.
B. At first, he thought it was a stuck kite.
C. Bheema was visiting his fields when he spotted a rising disc shaped object.
D. But when it started rising higher and emitted light, he was shocked.
(a) BACD
(b) BDAC
(c) CDAB
(d) CBDA
94. Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
IMPLORE
(a) Command
(b) Honour
(c) Plead
(d) Refuse
95. Given below are four jumbled sentences. Out of the given options pick the one that gives their correct order.
A. It requires physical endurance, which can be built with training and exercise.
B. Truly strong personalities meet challenges of life bravely and face hardships with equanimity.
C. However, strength of character is a personality trait or a quality.
D. Physical strength is the ability to cope with a physically challenging task.
(a) CBAD
(b) BACD
(c) DACB
(d) DBCA
96. Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
The students went to their classes after the morning assembly.
(a) respected
(b) respective
(c) respectable
(d) respectful
97. Select the option that expresses the given sentence in a passive voice.
Martin drew a picture of the snow- capped mountains.
(a) A picture of the snow-capped mountains has been drawn by Martin.
(b) A picture of the snow-capped mountains was drawn by Martin.
(c) A picture of the snow-capped mountains is drawn by Martin.
(d) A picture of the snow-capped mountains is being drawn by Martin.
98. Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Spill the beans (a) Perform magic (b) Work hard (c) Waste money (d) Give away a secret
99. Select the most appropriate one word substitution for the given group of words.
A person very reserved in speech (a) Confident (b) Reticent (c) Eloquent (d) Adamant
100. Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
GLORIOUS (a) splendid (b) unusual (c) enormous (d) gentle
EXPLANATIONS
1. (b)
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2. (d)
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3. (d) 5G7NPQ4
4. (d) 28÷2 = 14; 36÷2 = 18; 14×18 = 252
30÷2 = 15; 32÷2 = 16; 15×16 = 240
Similarly, 36÷2 = 18; 18÷2 = 9; 18×9 = 162
5. (d) Here Peace, Non-Violence and Truth are positive words which are used to bring some changes in the society. But, Hatred is a negative word which means dislike
6. (a) The logic used here is, The black dot is moving one step clockwise
The small triangle is also moving one step clockwise and side by side also changing its face to 90°
There is also a straight line that is increasing after every next sequence.
Hence the correct series figure will be:
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7. (b)
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8. (c) Here, (7)³ − 7×2 = 343 − 14 = 329
Similarly, (9)³ − 9×2 = 729 − 18 = 711
9. (a) Let the age of Amit be 'x' and Suvarna be 'y'.
x+y=61
Given: Amit is three years younger than Suvarna
x = y − 3
Substituting it in x + y = 61
⇒ y − 3 + y = 61
⇒ 2y − 3 = 61
⇒ 2y = 64
⇒ y = 32
So, Suvarna's age = 32 and Amit's age = 32 − 3 = 29 years
Suvarna's age on 1st January 2010 is 32 − 5 = 27 years
10. (c) Here, we have to find the number-pair that is different from the rest.
The pattern followed is,
118 → 11² → 3
437 → 21² → 4
1085 → 33² → 4
1221 → 35² → 4
All follow the same pattern, except '11:118'
11. (d)
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So, HMRV is the odd one.
12. (d) Hence,
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is the correct answer.
13. (d) Calendar: Date: Calendar is a chart of pages showing the days, weeks, and months of a particular year.
Similarly, Clock: Time: Clock is a device showing the time of a particular day.
14. (c) The logic used is: Consonant alphabet = their position value Vowel = A-1, E-2, I-3, O-4, U-5
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Similarly, MAGNIFY' will be coded as
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So, the code for the given word MAGNIFY is 1317143625.
15. (c)
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16. (b)
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So, C can replace the missing letter in the series.
17. (c) Beverages: Tea- Tea is a hot beverage made from dried crushed leaves of the tea plant in boiling water.
Similarly,
Medicine: Analgesics is a group of drugs that are used as painkillers.
18. (b)
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So it is clear that here should be 128 at the place of?
19. (c)
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So it is clear that all conclusions I, II and III follow.
20. (c) DEPEND: EPHTJJ
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So it is clear that the code for the word TRAVEL will be MGYEWZ.
21. (c) (11, 165, 209) 11×15 = 165 11×19 = 209 (14, 210, 276) 14×15 = 210
14×19 = 266 But instead of 266 here is given 276. So it does not follow the same pattern. (17, 245, 323) 17×15 = 255 But instead of 255 here is given 245. So it does not follow the same pattern. 17×19 = 323 (15, 225, 275) 15×15 = 225 15×19 = 285 But instead of 285 here is given 275. So it does not follow the same pattern. (12, 180, 228) 12×15 = 180 12×19 = 228 So the same logic is followed in this set of numbers.
22. (c) × and −; 6 and 12° Equation: 17 + 11 − 12×36÷6 = 80 After interchanging the number and sings: 17 + 11×6 − 36÷12 = 80 When we solve the equation we will find: 17 + 11×6 − 36÷12 = 80 = 17 + 66 − 3 = 83 − 3 = 80 Hence, × and −; 6 and 12° is the correct answer.
23. (b) The opposite faces are:
6÷2
5÷3
4÷1
Only B and C are the dices that can be formed by folding the given sheet.
24. (a) Correct dictionary order will be:
4.Isolate
2.Isoline
5.Isologs
1.Isomer
6.Isonomy
3.Isotope
So, it is clear that the third word of this order is Isologs'.
25. (b) A + B = A is the father of B
A- B = A is the sister of B
A × B = A is the brother of B
A = B is the mother of B
What to be find out:
U + H × L − Q ÷ R − Y
The diagram is given below:
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The diagram clearly depicts that L is the sister of Y's mother.
Hence, Mother's sister is the correct answer.
26. (d) Bimbisara established the Haryanka Dynasty and initiated a strategy of conquest and growth.
Chandragupta Maurya founded the Mauryan Empire, with Ashoka considered as its most illustrious ruler.
Ashoka gained notoriety for his victory in the Kalinga war in 261 BCE.
The Gupta Empire had its origins with Sri Gupta and saw the reign of one of its greatest leaders, Samudragupta, known as the "Napoleon of India".
The last acknowledged monarch of the Gupta dynasty was Vishnugupta, also known as Chandra Gupta II.
27. (b) Socialism is an economic system in which the means of production are owned and controlled by the government, rather than by individual citizens or corporations. The goal of socialism is to reduce income inequality and create a more equitable distribution of wealth.
In a socialist economy, the government typically plans and manages the production and distribution of goods and services, and uses its control over the economy to ensure that basic needs, such as food, housing, and healthcare, are met for all citizens.
Some well- known examples of countries with socialist economies include Cuba and Venezuela, although the specifics of each country's system can vary significantly.
28. (a) Every year on May 12, the world celebrates the birth anniversary of Florence Nightingale as "International Nurses Day". Florence Nightingale was a British nurse who is considered the founder of modern nursing. International Nurses Day is a way to honour the hard work and dedication of nurses all around the world and recognize their critical role in the healthcare system.
29. (c) Shanghai is a city located at the mouth of the Yangtze River in Eastern China. The city has a rich history, dating back to the 7th century, and has played an important role in China's development as a modern nation. Beijing is situated at the northern tip of the roughly triangular North China Plain, which opens to the south and east of the city.
Lhasa is located at an elevation of 11,975 feet in the Nyaingentangha Mountains of southern Tibet near the Lhasa River, a tributary of the Yarlung Zangbo River.
Located in the south- central part of Guangdong province, Guangzhou is a regional centre in southern China.
30. (a) For the second year in a row, (December 2019) Iraq is the leading provider of crude oil to India, as reported by the Indian government's Directorate General of Commercial Intelligence and Statistics (DGCI&S).
31. (b) The National Development Council is a significant body in India that makes important decisions about the country's development. The Prime Minister of India leads this council. Each year, the Ministry of Finance releases an important document called the Economic Survey of India. The department of Economic Affairs prepares this report, which gives a complete picture of how the Indian economy did in the past year. The Chief Economic Adviser guides the creation of this report. The Economic Survey is released just before the union budget and provides a detailed analysis of the nation's economic status.
32. (b) Jagjit Pavadia has been chosen to serve another five-year term on the International Narcotics Control Board (INCB). She was elected by the UN Economic and Social Council with the most votes. The INCB is a crucial part of the United Nations, responsible for overseeing and monitoring the implementation of international drug control agreements.
33. (c) In October 2019, Jay Shah was appointed as the secretary of the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI). The Indian Cricket Board, also known as the Board of Control for Cricket in India (BCCI), is responsible for overseeing the sport of cricket in the country. It is based in Mumbai and has its headquarters located in the Wankhede Stadium. Grant Govan was its first president and Anthony De Mello was the first secretary. Roger Binny is currently serving as the president of the BCCI. Jay Amitbhai Shah currently serving as the Chairman of the International Cricket Council (ICC) from 1 December 2024.
34. (a) 1 horsepower is a unit of power that is commonly used to measure the power output of engines, particularly in automobiles and motorcycles. It is equivalent to 746 watts. One horsepower is defined as the amount of power required to lift 550 pounds one foot in one second. In terms of electrical power, 1 horsepower is equivalent to approximately 746 watts, which is a measure of the rate at which energy is being transferred.
35. (c) SAARC stands for South Asian Association for Regional Cooperation. It is an organization of 8 countries in South Asia: Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka. The goal of the organization is to promote economic, social, and cultural cooperation among the member countries. The first SAARC Summit was held in Dhaka, Bangladesh in 1985.
36. (d) Meenakari is the traditional Indian art of decorating metal surfaces with vibrant coloured enamels. This technique involves coating grooves or engravings on ornaments with colored enamels, creating intricate and colorful patterns. Meenakari is commonly seen in jewelry, decorative items, and various metal crafts, showcasing detailed artistry and craftsmanship. Chikankari is a type of traditional hand embroidery that is primarily practiced in Lucknow, India. Phulkari, meaning "flower work," is a traditional form of embroidery found in Punjab, characterized by the covering of the entire cloth with floral designs. Zardozi is a form of elaborate embroidery that is practiced in India, Iran, Pakistan, and Bangladesh. The intricate designs in Zardozi are created using threads of gold and silver.
37. (d) Abhinav Bindra is a legendary Indian shooter who made history by becoming the first Indian to receive the International Shooting Sport Federation (ISSF) Blue Cross. This prestigious award is given to individuals who have made outstanding contributions to the sport of shooting and have set new standards of excellence. Bindra won the award in recognition of his achievements in the sport, including his Olympic gold medal in the 10 m air rifle event at the 2008 Beijing Summer Olympics.
38. (d) The brain is a complex organ that controls all our body functions and behaviour. It is divided into several parts, each with a specific function. The Medulla is located at the base of the brain and controls vital functions such as breathing and heart rate. The Thalamus is located in the center of the brain and acts as a relay station for sensory information from the body to the brain. The Pons is also located at the base of the brain and helps coordinate movement and is involved in dreaming. The Pinna, however, is not a part of the brain. It is the visible part of the ear that helps us hear sounds.
39. (a) As of January 2020, only three countries, Russia, United States of America, and China, have independently launched a human into space. India is preparing to join the exclusive club with its ambitious Gaganyaan mission. The Gaganyaan Mission will be led by V. R. Lalithambika, the former Director of the Directorate of the Human Spaceflight Programme with ISRO Chairman S Somnath and S. Unnikrishnan Nair, Director of Vikram Sarabhai Space Centre.
40. (c) Magadha was an ancient Indian kingdom that existed between the 7th and 4th centuries BCE. It was one of the sixteen Mahajanapadas and is considered as one of the first historical kingdoms of India. The first ruler of Magadha from the Haryana dynasty was Bimbisara. He was also a patron of Buddhism and played a crucial role in the spread of the religion in India. Bimbisara was succeeded by his son Ajatashatru who continued to expand the kingdom and establish a strong administration.
41. (c) The Eustachian tube is a small canal in the human body that helps balance the pressure between the middle ear and the outside environment. Cochlear nerve: The cochlear nerve carries sound signals from the inner ear to the brain. Malleus: The malleus is one of the three bones in the middle ear that transmits sound vibrations to the inner ear. Incus: The incus is another one of the three bones in the middle ear, responsible for amplifying sound vibrations before they reach the inner ear.
42. (a) Calcium sulfate dihydrate is commonly known as gypsum. It is a mineral commonly used in construction as a setting agent for plaster, in agriculture as a soil amendment, and in food as a source of calcium.
43. (c) Ustad Nusrat Fateh Ali Khan was a Pakistani singer, songwriter, and music director. He was primarily a singer of qawwali, a form of Sufi devotional music. He was also known as "Shahenshah-eQawwali" (the King of Qawwali). He was also a master of Hindustani classical music.
44. (a) In November 2018, Lotay Tshering was appointed as the Prime Minister of Bhutan. He is a prominent Bhutanese physician and politician who led the Druk Nyamrup Tshogpa (DNT) party to victory in the 2018 Bhutanese National Assembly elections. The current prime minister is Tshering Tobbyag, since 28 January 2024.
45. (c) The world's highest pool ground is located in the Shandur area of Pakistan's northern Gilgit-Baltistan region. With an altitude of 12,000 feet above sea level, it is the highest pool ground in the world. Polo is a traditional sport in Pakistan and is played in various parts of the country, but Shandur is the most famous of them all.
46. (d) Kirbath, also known as milk rice, is a traditional dish originating from Sri Lanka. It is made from steamed rice mixed with coconut milk and salt, which is then molded into a cake-like shape. Kirbath is considered a staple food in Sri Lanka and is often served for breakfast or as a main dish for special occasions such as weddings and New Year celebrations.
47. (c) The Gupta rulers imposed several taxes to support their empire and maintain stability in their kingdom. Some of the different taxes levied by the Gupta rulers are:
Bali: Compulsory offerings Bhaga: One-sixth of the produce Bhoga: Gifts
Shulka: Customs
Udinatinga: Social Security tax
Klipta: Tax for selling or purchasing lands
Halivakara: Ploughshare tax
Hiranya: Gold tax
Kara: Irregular tax.
These taxes allowed the Gupta rulers to finance their administration, military, and infrastructure projects, contributing to their success and the prosperity of their kingdom.
48. (a) Colombo is the executive and judicial capital and the largest city of Sri Lanka by population. The name 'Colombo', first introduced by the Portuguese explorers in 1505, is believed to be derived from the classical Sinhala name Kolon thota, meaning "port on the river Kelani".
49. (d) Hiuen Tsang, also known as Xuanzang, was a Chinese Buddhist monk who visited India during the reign of King Harsha of Kannauj.
He was a prominent scholar and traveler who is considered to be one of the greatest pilgrims of his time.
He spent 17 years in India, traveling to various Buddhist centers and studying under some of the greatest scholars of his time.
50. (c) Lucifer was once a popular name for the planet Venus when it appeared as a morning star.
The name was derived from the Latin word "Lucifer" which means "light- bringer" as Venus is one of the brightest planet in the sky.
Venus is the second planet from the sun and is known for its thick atmosphere that creates a greenhouse effect, making it
the hottest planet in the solar system with surface temperatures reaching up to 864 degrees Fahrenheit.
51. (a) Let the first even number be x. Five consecutive even numbers are = x, x+2, x+4, x+6, x+8 Average of five consecutive even numbers = M
Sum of the five consecutive even numbers = 5M
(x + x + 2 + x + 4 + x + 6 + x + 8)/x = M
5x = 5M − 20 ⇒ x = M − 4
Now, next five even numbers are x + 10, x + 12, x + 14, x + 16, x + 18 Put the value of x in next five even numbers & solve them
M + 6, M + 8, M + 10, M + 12, M + 14 Average of the ten numbers
5M + M + 6 + M + 8 + M + 10 + M + 12 + M + 14
10
⇒ (10M + 50)/10 = M + 5
Hence, Average of ten numbers will be = M + 5
52. (c) 5/2 + 3/2 + 6×1/2
= −5/2 + 3/2 × 1/6 × 1/2
= −5/2 + 1/8
= (−20 + 1)/8 = −19/8
53. (a) We know that, (x² − y²) = (x + y)(x − y) (a + b − c + d)² − (a − b + c − d)²
= [(a + b − c + d) + (a − b + c − d)]
= [(a + b − c + d) − (a − b + c − d)]
= (2a)(2b − 2c + 2d)
= 4a(b + d − c)
54. (d) 2 sin θ − 8cos²θ + 5 = 0
⇒ 2sin θ − 8(1 − sin²θ) + 5 = 0
⇒ 8sin²θ + 2sin θ − 3 = 0
⇒ 8sin²θ + 6sin θ − 4sin θ − 3 = 0
⇒ 2sin θ(4sin θ + 3) − 1(4sin θ + 3) = 0
⇒ (4sin θ + 3)(2sin θ − 1) = 0
sin θ = −3/4 or sin θ = 1/2
Since, 0° < θ < 90°
So, sin θ = 1/2 ⇒ θ = 30°
Now, tan 2θ + cosec 2θ
= tan 60° + cosec 60°
= √3 + 2/√3 = 5/√3 = 5√3/3
55. (c) Given, speed of two racers is 100 m/min and 120 m/min respectively. Ratio of their speed = 100:120 = 5:6 We know that, Time is inversely proportional to speed. So, Time ratio = 6:5 Suppose the time be = 6x and 5x According to the question 6x − 5x = 10 ⇒ x = 10 min To complete the race by first racer time taken will be ⇒ 6x = 6×10 = 60 min Distance = Speed × Time Distance = 60×100 = 6000/1000 = 6 km Thus, the race distance is 6 km
56. (b) Salary of A = 52000
Extra incomes of A = 5500 + 3500 + 5000 = 14000
4 times of extra income = 4×14000 = 56000
4 times of extra income = 4×14000 = 56000
Salary of B = 48500
Extra incomes of B = 4500 + 3000 + 3000 = 10500
4 times of extra income = 4×10500 = 42000 Salary of C = 42000
Extra incomes of C = 1500 + 4000 + 2500 = 2000 = 10000
4 times of extra income = 4×10000 = 40000 Salary of D = 31000
Extra incomes of D = 2500 + 3000 + 2000 = 1500 = 9000
4 times of extra income = 4×9000 = 36000 Salary of E = 25000
Extra incomes of E = 3200 + 1500 + 2000 = 6700
4 times of extra income = 4×6700 = 26800
Hence, 2 employees B & C have their salary more than 4 times their extra or other incomes.
So, required answer is 2.
57. (d) Number of students who got 20 or more marks = 14 + 19 + 6 + 3 = 42
Total number of students = 13 + 15 + 18 + 12 + 14 + 19 + 6 + 3 = 100
The percentage will be 42/100 × 100 = 42%
58. (b) (tan 30° + tan 60°)/cos 30°
= (1/√3 + √3)/(√3/2)
= ((1 + 3)/√3)/(√3/2)
= (4/√3) × (2/√3) = 8/3
59. (c) In the figure, cot R = base/perpendicular = 15/8
60. (a) A can finish the work = 20 days
Work done by A in a day = 1/20 B can finish the work = 25 days Work done by B in a day = 1/25
Suppose A complete the remaining work in x days.
Now, according to the question
5/20 + 5/25 + x/20 = 1
⇒ (25 + 20 + 5x)/100 = 1
⇒ 5x = 100 − 45
⇒ x = 55/5 = 11
Hence, A will finish the remaining work in = 11 days.
61. (b) Radius of hemisphere (r) is = 7 cm Curved surface area of hemisphere is = 2πr²
= 2 × 22/7 × 7 × 7 = 308 cm²
62. (a) (36 ÷ 42 of 6 × 7 + 24 × 6 ÷ 18 + 3) ÷ (2 − 6) − (4 + 3 × 2) ÷ 8 / (21 ÷ 3 of 7)
= (36 ÷ 42 of 6 × 7 + 24 × 1/3 + 3/4 − (10) ÷ 8) / (21 ÷ 3 of 7)
= (1 + 8 − 3/4 − 5/4) / (1)
= (4 + 32 − 3 − 5)/4 = 28/4 = 7
63. (d) Number of patients less than 50 = 35 Number of patients less than 40 = 29 So, number of patients whose age is 40 to 50 = 35 − 29 = 6 Number of patients less than 60 = 45
So, number of patients whose age is 50 to 60 = 45 − 35 = 10 Number of patients in age group 40 to 60 is = 10 + 6 = 16
64. (c) Total number of students of all subject = 35 + 18 + 25 + 47 + 45 + 40 + 10 + 30 = 250
Total number of students in Science and Vocational are = 35 + 18 + 10 + 30 = 93 Percentage of students in Science and
= 186/5 = 37.2%
65. (c) ∠BAC = 40°
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If AB = AC then, ∠ABC = ∠ACB
We know that sum of angles of a triangle is 180°
∠A + ∠B + ∠C = 180°
⇒ 40° + ∠B + ∠B = 180°
⇒ 2∠B = 140°
⇒ ∠B = 70°
66. (d) If the number 94*2357 is divisible by 11 Then, the sum of all alternative digit will be equal ∴ 9 + * + 3 + 7 = 4 + 2 + 5
⇒ 19 + * = 11
⇒ * = 11 − 19
⇒ * = −8
Hence, the value of * = 11 − 8 = 3
67. (c) Suppose the numbers are 5x and 7x.
First number is 20 Now, 5x = 20
⇒ x = 4 Thus, the second number is 7x = 7×4 = 28
68. (c) Suppose the number be x.
A/Q, x × [(80/100) − (62/100)] = 198
⇒ x = 198/18 × 100
⇒ x = 1100
Now,
1100 × (92/100) − 1100 × (56/100)
= 11 × (92 − 56)
= 11 × 36 = 396
Hence, the difference between 92% and 56% will be 396.
69. (d) AB = 4 cm, AC = 6 cm and BP = 3 cm AP bisects ∠BAC
Now, AB/AC = BP/CP
⇒ 4/6 = 3/CP
⇒ CP = 18/4 = 4.5 cm
70. (c) SP of 6 sewing machines = 63000
Profit = 5%
CP of 6 sewing machines = 63000/105 × 100
CP of 1 sewing machine = 60000/6 = 10000
After 15% profit,
SP of 1 sewing machine = 10000 × 115/100
SP of 1 sewing machine = 10000 × 115/100
= 11500 SP of 8 sewing machines = 11500 × 8 = 92000
71. (d) In Quad. AOBP
∠AOB + ∠APB = 180°
⇒ ∠AOB + 62° = 180°
⇒ ∠AOB = 118°
⇒ ∠AQB = 1/2∠AOB
(∵ Angle at the centre of a circle is twice the angle at the circumference)
⇒ ∠AQB = 1/2 × 118° = 59°.
72. (c) We know that
a³ − b³ = (a − b)(a² + b² + ab)
⇒ 27a³ − 2√2b³
= (3a − √2b)(9a² + 2b² + 3√2ab)
73. (c)
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OS = 3cm Radius of circle OP = 5cm We know that,
OP² = OS² + PS²
⇒ 5² = 3² + PS²
⇒ PS² = 25 − 9
⇒ PS = √16 = 4cm
PQ = 2 × PS = 2 × 4 = 8cm
74. (a) Suppose the CP of the article is 100
MP of the article = 100 × 140/100 = 140
SP of the article = 140 × 80/100 = 112
Profit = 112 − 100 = 12
Hence, the profit % = 12/100 × 100 = 12%
75. (b) Simple interest for 3 years = 1200/3 = 400
Simple interest for 1 year = 1200/3 = 400
Now, 5% of 400 = 20
⇒ 5% of 20 = 1
Applying ratio method CI for 3 years = 3:3:1
= 3×400 + 3×20 + 1×1
= 1200 + 60 + 1 = 1261
Hence, the required answer is = 1261
76. (a) The incorrectly spelt word is "Patrner" and the correct spelling is "Partner".
Pierce: To make a hole in something with a sharp point Pursue: To follow somebody/something in order to catch him/her/it.
77. (c) The sentence is grammatically incorrect and the error lies in "looking anybody". The error is related to Preposition. In the given sentence, the error is in "looking anybody" because looking is an action verb and it takes the preposition 'at'. So we will replace "looking anybody" with "looking at anybody".
78. (b) The incorrectly spelt word is "Negotiate" and the correct spelling is "Negotiate".
Negotiate: To talk to somebody in order to decide or agree about something Negligible: Very small and therefore not important Necessary: That is needed for a purpose or a reason Nuisance: A person, thing or situation that annoys you or causes you trouble
79. (c) In the Interrogative type of sentence, we will use inversion inside the inverted commas. i.e. 'is your flight' will be changed to 'my flight was'.
The sentence in indirect speech will be : She asked me what time my flight was the following day.
80. (b) In the given sentence, the error is in the "a new one" because shoes are always plural. Thus, "a new one" should be replaced with "new ones".
81. (b) The idiom "Blow one's own trumpet" means "talk boastfully about one's achievements". E.g.: Kamlesh started blowing his own trumpet after winning the match.
82. (b) After analyzing the meanings of the given words, it is clear that "Or" is the most suited conjunction that needs to be filled because "Believe it or not" is a phrase which means "used to concede that a statement is surprising".
83. (d) Contained: To have something inside or as part of itself Produced: To make something to be sold, especially in large quantities Discovered: To find or learn something that nobody had found or knew before Occurred: To happen, especially in a way that has not been planned After analyzing the meanings of the given words, it is clear that "Occurred" is the most suited option for the given blank.
84. (a) Depicted: To show somebody/something in a painting or drawing Diverted: To change the direction or purpose of somebody/something, especially to avoid a problem Distributed: To give things to a number of people Directed: To point or send something towards somebody/something or in a particular direction After analyzing the meanings of the given words, it is clear that "Depicted" is the most suited option for the given blank.
85. (c) Obsolete: No longer useful because something better has been invented Outdated: Not useful or common any more; old-fashioned Ancient: Belonging to a period of history that is thousands of years in the past Elderly: (Used about a person) old After analyzing the meanings of the given words, it is clear that "Ancient" is the most suited option for the given blank.
86. (c) Along: From one end to or towards the other end of something With: In the company of somebody/ something; in or to the same place as somebody/something In: (Used to show place) inside or to a position inside a particular area or object After: Later than something; at a later time After analyzing the meanings of the given words, it is clear that "In" is the most suited option for the given blank.
87. (b) Coffin: A box in which a dead body is buried or burned (cremated) Wardrobe: A large cupboard in which you can hang your clothes Example: She stuffed her clothes in the wardrobe. Hangar: A big building where planes are kept Shaft: A long, narrow hole in which something can go up and down or enter or leave
88. (c) The sentence is grammatically incorrect and the error lies in "are fattening". The error is related to the "Subject-Verb Agreement".
As per general rule, "Everything" is a single entity. So we should replace "are fattening" with "is fattening" to make the sentence grammatically correct.
89. (b) "Vigilant" means being watchful and alert, while "Rash" refers to acting without thinking or care, often leading to dangerous situations. This is the opposite of being vigilant.
Other options:
Wary Means cautious or alert, similar to vigilant.
Alert Means awake or attentive, very close in meaning to vigilant.
Cautious Means being careful and watchful, similar to vigilant.
90. (b) "Flexible" means able to bend or change easily, while "Stiff" refers to something rigid or unable to bend easily, which is the opposite of flexible.
Other options:
Supple Means flexible, the opposite of stiff.
Stale Refers to something that is no longer fresh, unrelated to flexible.
Soft Refers to texture but not the opposite of flexible.
91. (a) hoard means to accumulate or store something, especially in large quantities, often to create an artificial shortage or to profit from it. In this context, it makes sense that the government would warn traders not to hoard onions, meaning not to stockpile them in excess.
combine Refers to joining things together, which doesn't fit in the context of the sentence.
gross Refers to something large or total, not related to the act of storing or accumulating goods.
bulk Refers to large quantities, but it doesn't fit the intended meaning of storing goods in a way that could cause a shortage.
92. (a) In the given sentence, the incorrect part is "He sing always" because "always" is an adverb here and it should always be placed before the main verb. Thus, "He sing always" should be replaced with "He always sings".
93. (d) The passage is about Bheema who visited his fields and spotted a rising disc shaped object. Thus, C will be the first in the sequence.
In sentence B, he thought it was a stuck kite. So B will be the next in the sequence. But as he noticed it started rising higher and emitted light, he was shocked after seeing that which is given in sentence D. So, D will be the next in sequence. At last, we are left with only one option i.e. sentence A, in which he called out to the people to see the thing in the sky. Hence, A will be the last in the sequence. Thus, the correct sequence is : "CBDA".
94. (c) "Implore" means to urgently and desperately ask for something, similar to "plead," which also means to request or beg earnestly.
Command Refers to giving orders, which is the opposite of implore.
Honour Refers to showing respect or esteem, not related to implore.
Refuse Means to decline or reject, which is the opposite of implore.
95. (c) The passage is about Physical strength. Thus, D will be the first in the sequence.
In sentence D, we are talking about the ability to cope with a physically challenging task and in sentence A, It requires physical endurance, which can be built with training and exercise. So A will be the next in the sequence.
In sentence C, we are talking about the strength of character as a personality trait or a quality which connects with sentence A. So, C will be the next in sequence. At last, we are left with only one option i.e. sentence B which concludes the passage. Hence, B will be the last in the sequence. Thus, the correct sequence will be "DACB".
96. (b) "Respective" is the correct word because it refers to something that relates or pertains to each individual in the group. In this case, the students went to their respective classes, meaning each student went to their own class.
respected means honored or held in high regard, which doesn't fit the context of the sentence.
respectable means worthy of respect, but does not fit the context.
respectful means showing respect, which is also not appropriate in this context.
97. (b) Structure of Active and Passive voice in the particular tense.
Active: Subject + (did + V1) or V2 + object...
Passive: Object + was/were + V3 + by + subject...
98. (d) The idiom "Spill the beans" means "reveal secret information unintentionally or indiscreetly". Hence, "Give away a secret" is the most appropriate meaning of the idiom "Spill the beans".
99. (b) Reticent refers to a person who is reserved, especially in speech, and tends to be quiet or reluctant to speak.
Other options:
Confident Refers to a person who is self-assured, which is opposite to being reserved in speech.
Eloquent Refers to someone who speaks very clearly and effectively, which is the opposite of being reserved.
Adamant Refers to being firm and unyielding in one's opinion, unrelated to being reserved in speech.
100. (a) "Glorious" means something that is magnificent or worthy of admiration. Splendid is a perfect synonym for glorious, meaning something exceptionally good or impressive.
Other options:
Unusual Refers to something not common or typical, not a synonym of glorious.
Enormous Refers to something very large, which does not convey the meaning of glorious.
Gentle Refers to being soft or kind, unrelated to glorious.
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