Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
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SSC CHSL 17th March 2020 Shift-1
For the following questions answer them individually
Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
TRUST (n)
Select the word with the incorrect spelling.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
Several environmentalists from the city conducted a meet to discuss issues related to the ______ pollution levels created by the growing number of pharmaceutical companies.
In the following passage some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each blank.
One of the most fascinating archaeological sites in Maharashtra, the Ellora Caves, date back (1)______ about 1,500 years ago, and (2)______ the epitome of Indian rock-cut architecture. (3)______ 34 caves are actually Buddhist, Hindu and Jain religious monuments (4)______ in the rock. They were given the (5)______ of World Heritage Site in 1983. Created between the 6th and 10th century, the 12 Buddhist, 17 Hindu and 5 Jain caves carved in proximity at Ellora are proof of the religious harmony prevalent during this period of Indian history.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No.1.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No.2.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No.3.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No.4.
Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No.5.
For the following questions answer them individually
Select the word which means the same as the group of words given.
Close fitting cover for a sword or knife
Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom.
Hats off to someone
Select the wrongly spelt word.
Select the segment in the sentence, which contains the grammatical error.
They had to wait for the luggages to be put into the cab before they themselves got into it.
Select the alternative that will improve the underlined part of the sentence. In case there is no improvement select ‘No improvement’.
I had no informations about the bank strike so I went there yesterday.
Select the option that is the passive form of the sentence.
The sub-committee is presenting its report in a week’s time.
Select the segment in the sentence, which contains the grammatical error.
Did you know whether we can exchange the dress if my sister doesn’t like it?
Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom in the given sentence.
A lot of work has gone on behind the scenes for the special event which is being planned next week.
Select the alternative that will improve the underlined part of the sentence. In case there is no improvement select ‘No improvement’.
Harry and Meghan have decided to work and become financially independent.
Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
ABBREVIATE
Given below are four jumbled sentences. Select the option that gives their correct order.
A. “It is mine. I saw it first," claimed one cat.
B. Suddenly they spotted a loaf of bread lying beneath a tree.
C. Once upon a time, two cats were passing through a street.
D. Both pounced upon it and caught the loaf at the same time.
Given below are four jumbled sentences. Select the option that gives their correct order.
A. Ibn Al-Haitham wrote a book in seven volumes namely ‘Kitāb al-Manāẓir’ also known as ‘The Book of Optics.’
B. However, during the medieval period, the notable work of an Arab writer and scientist, Ibn Al-Haitham revolutionised the concept of physics.
C. During the ancient period, the development of Physics took place simultaneously with the development of astronomy.
D. In this book, Ibn Al-Haitham disproved the ancient Greek concept of vision and introduced a new theory.
Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.
ALLURING
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.
Astronomy enthusiasts and sky gazers will be able to watch six eclipses in 2020, but only three of them are expected to be ______ in India.
Select the option that is the direct form of the sentence.
The doctor advised Jaya to put the eye drops into her eyes four times a day from the next day.
Select the word which means the same as the group of words given.
A large natural or artificial lake used as a source of water supply
Select the option that is related to the third word in the same way as the second word is related to the first word.
Farmer : Field :: Artist : ?
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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:
All woods are roots.
All fruits are roots.
No woods are a fruit.
Conclusion:
(I) Some roots are fruits.
(II) All roots are woods.
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Of the four given equations, the first three are solved on the basis of a certain system. Find the correct answer for the unsolved fourth equation on the same basis.
$$6 * 5 = 91$$
$$8 * 7 = 169$$
$$10 * 7 = 211$$
$$22 * 5 = ? $$
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Select the number that can replace the question mark (?) in the following pattern.
10 17 8
5 3 15
6 14 ?
42 68 92
Select the letter that can replace the question mark (?) in the following series.
A, C, E, D, C, E, G, F, ?
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Select the option that does NOT belong to the given series:
EC, H, HF, N, KI, U
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Select the number that can replace the question mark (?) in the following pattern.
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In a certain code language, RUMMY is written as QVLNX. How is CHESS written in that code?
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Choose the correct cluster of letters to complete the given series.
_bac_ac_acb_ _ba
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Four words have been given, out of which three are alike in some manner and one is different. Select the odd one.
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Find the number of triangles in the given figure.
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Select the option that is related to the third number in the same way as the second number is related to the first number.
27 : 125 :: 343 : ?
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Select the option that is related to the third term in the same way as the second term is related to the first term.
CAG : GEK :: HEL : ?
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Four numbers have been given, out of which three are alike in some manner and one is different. Select the one that is different.
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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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If 683 is coded as FOX, 654 is FIN, 4581 is NIOC, then what will be the code of 654513?
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Select the option in which the given figure is embedded. (Rotation is not allowed)
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Three different positions of the same dice are shown. Select the number that will be on the face opposite to the one having 5.
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In the given Venn diagram, A denotes mangoes, B denotes bananas, C denotes apples, and the numbers in each section represent the number of persons who like those fruits. How many persons like only bananas?
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Select the number that can replace the question mark (?) in the following series.
213, 217, 233, 269, ?
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Select the figure that can replace the question mark (?) in the following figure series.
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If ‘#’ means ‘—’, ‘&’ means ‘$$\div$$’, ‘@’ means ‘$$\times$$’ and ‘$$\div$$’ means ‘+’, then 15 @ 2 $$\div$$ 900 & 30 # 10 = ?
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Select the number that can replace the question mark (?) in the following series.
126, 217, 344, ?
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P is the brother of Q. R is the daughter of Q. S is the sister of P. Q is sister of S. T is the brother of R. Who is the uncle of T?
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Select the correct mirror image of the given figure when a mirror is placed on the line PQ.
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In the given figure, chords AB and CD are intersecting each other at point L. Find the length of AB.
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A dealer marks his goods at 30% above the cost price. Then he allows 35% discount on it. What would be his loss percentage?
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The difference between two numbers is 43 and their product is 50. Find the sum of their squares.
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The perimeter of a rectangle is 50 cm. Its area and length are in the ratio of 5 : 1. Find the length of the rectangle.
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Two sides of a triangle are of length 3 cm and 8 cm. If the length of the third side is 'x' cm, then:
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What will come at place of x, (x < 10) for $$\frac{(132 \div 12 \times x - 3 \times 3)}{(5^2 - 6 \times 4 + x^2)} = 1$$ ?
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If x + y = 4, xy = 2, y + z = 5, yz = 3, z + x = 6 and zx = 4, then find the value of $$x^3 + y^3 + z^3 — 3xy$$.
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How much should be added to each term of 4 : 7 so that it becomes 2 : 3?
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If M is the mid-point of the side BC of $$\triangle$$ABC, and the area of $$\triangle$$ABM is $$18 cm^2$$, then the area of $$\triangle$$ABC is:
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Study the following graph and answer the question.
In which year was the value per tonne the minimum?
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X and Y together can finish a piece of work in 15 days, while Y alone can finish it in 40 days. X alone can finish the work in:
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The following bar graph shows the number of deaths from road accidents occurred during the rainy season in the year 1992. Study the graph carefully and answer the question.
Between which two consecutive weeks was the rise in the number of deaths the greatest?
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Find the value of $$\frac{\cos 30^\circ - \sin 30^\circ}{\sin 60^\circ + \cos 60^\circ}$$
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Sachin’s income is 25% more than Dileep’s income. By how much percentage is Dileep’s income less than Sachin’s income ?
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Sohan sold a plot for $$₹ 2,55,000$$ at a 15% loss. At what price should he sell the plot to gain a 10% profit?
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A batsman in his 11th inning makes a score of 77 runs, there by increasing his average scores by 3. What is his average score after the 11th inning?
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If $$cosec \theta + \cot \theta = 2,$$ then $$\sin \theta$$ is:
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If $$a^3 + b^3 = 20$$ and $$a + b = 5$$, then find the value of $$a^4 + b^4$$.
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If $$\sec^2 x - 3 \sec x + 2 = 0$$, then the value of $$x(0 < x < 90^\circ)$$ is:
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The given bar graph represents the Percentage of non-electrified villages in 6 states A, B, C, D, E and F. Study the graph and answer the question that follows.
How many states have at most 30% or less non-electrified villages?
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The following bar graph shows the number of deaths from road accidents occurred during the rainy season in the year 1992. Study the graph carefully and answer the question.
Between which two consecutive weeks was the fall in the number of deaths the greatest?
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A 5 cm long perpendicular is drawn from the centre of a circle to a 24 cm long chord. Find the diameter of the circle.
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Which of the following numbers will completely divide $$7^{81} + 7^{82} + 7^{83}$$ ?
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The difference of simple interest on a sum of money for 8 years and 10 years is $$₹ 200.$$ If the rate of interest is 10 % p.a, then what is the sum of money?
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A man walks from point X to Y at a speed of 20 km/h, but comes back from point Y to X at a speed of 25 km/h. Find his average speed.
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Which of the following states is included in the sixth schedule of the Constitution of India?
Who among the following received the Padma Bhushan in 2019?
When is 'International Ozone Day' celebrated?
As of January 2020, who held the national record in both, 800 m and 1500 m sprint events?
In which city is Indian Railway-Rail Coach Factory located?
River Sharavati plunges as which of the following waterfalls?
Which is the largest river island in the world?
As of January 2020, who was the president of the BCCI ?
Sachin Tendulkar scored his first ODI century in his ____ match.
Which of the following is a water soluble vitamin?
What was the weight of the Chandraayan-2 spacecraft launched in July 2019?
As of January 2020, who held the title of India's youngest chess grandmaster?
As of Feb 2020, how many members represent the state of Uttar Pradesh in Lok Sabha?
Which of the following is a pension scheme introduced by the Government of India exclusively for senior citizens in May 2017?
'Nibble' in computer terminology is also called _________.
Where is the tomb of Sher Shah Suri located?
Who is the author of the book 'Kerala: God's Own Country'?
Which of the following is an example of a Chola empire temple?
Flagella are the hair-like structures which act as organelles of locomotion in which of the following organisms?
Mekhela Chador' is a traditional dress from the state of:
______ is the tube that carries urine from the kidney to the urinary bladder.
Who among the following is the co-founder of Twitter?
As of January 2020, who is the managing director of YES Bank?
In which year was UNICEF founded?
Laterite soil is rich in:
