SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2

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SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 2

Three Statements are given followed by Three conclusions numbered I, II and III. Assuming the statements to be true, even if they seem to be at variance with commonly known facts, decide which of the conclusions logically follow(s) from the statements.

Statements:
All valleys are mountains.
No sea is a mountain.
Some plains are seas.

Conclusions:
I. Some valleys are plains.
II. No plain is a mountain.
III. No sea is a valley.

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 3

Select the set in which the numbers are related in the same way as are the numbers of the following set.

(NOTE : Operations should be performed on the whole numbers, without breaking down the numbers into its constituent digits. E.g. 13 - Operations on 13 such as adding /subtracting /multiplying etc. to 13 can be performed. Breaking down 13 into 1 and 3 and then performing mathematical operations on 1 and 3 is NOT allowed)

(25, 3, 150)
(13, 7, 182)

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 5

In a certain code language, ‘COUNTY’ is written as ‘ULCYGN’ and ‘FOREST’ is written as ‘RLFTHE’. How will ‘MARGIN’ be written in that language?

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 6

Six students Meera, Jigyasa, Tarun, Naina, Shambhavi and Avni are sitting around a circular table facing the centre (not necessarily in the same order). Shambhavi is an immediate neighbour of both Jigyasa and Avni. Tarun is sitting third to the left of Jigyasa. Meera is sitting second to the right of Avni.
Who is sitting third to the right of Meera?

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 7

Shilpa goes to a park every day for walking. One morning, she started walking from her home and walked 40 km towards the north. Then she turned to the right and walked 60 km. Again, she turned right and walked 40 km. Lastly, she took a left turn and walked 30 km. How far is she from her home?

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 8

Which two mathematical signs should be interchanged to make the given equation correct?

$$(75 + 15) \times 27 \times 1 - 9 \div 7 \times (135 + 3) - 10 \div (189 + 63) = 434$$

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 12

In a certain code language, ‘DOING’ is written as ‘BQTOV’ and 'ZEBRA' is written as 'FAAKB'. How will ‘STORM’ be written in that language?

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 13

Two statements are given followed by two conclusions numbered I and II. Assuming the statements to be true, even if they seem to be at variance with commonly known facts, decide which of the conclusions logically follow(s) from the statements.

Statements:
Some shells are pebbles.
All pebbles are rocks.

Conclusions:
I. No shell is a rock.
II. Some shells are rocks.

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 16

Select the correct option that indicates the arrangement of the given words in the order in which they appear in an English dictionary.

1. Formal
2. Foreign
3. Forest
4. Forgotten
5. Forge
6. Forlorn

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 17

If A denotes ‘$$+$$’, B denotes ‘$$\times$$’, C denotes ‘$$−$$’, and D denotes ‘$$\div$$’, then what will be the value of the following equation?
13 B 7 A 64 D 4 C 23 = ?

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 18

Select the option that represents the letters which, when sequentially placed from left to right in the blanks below, will complete the letter series.
A _ _ D F _ K _ _ F A _ L _ _

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 20

Town Q is to the north of Town P. Town R is to the west of Town Q. Town S is to the north of Town R. Town T is to the east of Town S. What is the position of Town T with respect to Town R? (All positions are arranged in GRID pattern).

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 21

In a certain code language, ‘FRIGHT’ is written as ‘FOCQED’ and ‘SHREDS’ is written as ‘OEPPAB’. How will ‘UPSETS’ be written in that language?

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 23

Select the set in which the numbers are related in the same way as are the numbers of the following sets.

(NOTE : Operations should be performed on the whole numbers, without breaking down the numbers into its constituent digits. E.g. 13 - Operations on 13 such as adding /subtracting /multiplying etc. to 13 can be performed. Breaking down 13 into 1 and 3 and then performing mathematical operations on 1 and 3 is NOT allowed)
(11, 33, 17), (18, 44, 21)

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 25

Select the set in which the numbers are related in the same way as are the numbers of the following sets.

(NOTE : Operations should be performed on the whole numbers, without breaking down the numbers into its constituent digits. E.g. 13 - Operations on 13 such as adding /subtracting /multiplying etc. to 13 can be performed. Breaking down 13 into 1 and 3 and then performing mathematical operations on 1 and 3 is NOT allowed)

(13, 104, 16), (9, 63, 14

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 28

Select the option that is related to the third word in the same way as the second word is related to the first word. (The words must be considered as meaningful words and must not be related to each other based on the number of letters/number of consonants/vowels in the word.)
Nun : Convent :: King : ?

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 29

Select the option that represents the correct order of the given words as they would appear in an English dictionary?
1.Authority
2.Automate
3.Authentic
4.Auspicious
5.Aureole

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 30

Seven friends, A, B, C, D, E, F and G, are sitting around a circular table facing the centre (not necessarily in the same order). D is an immediate neighbour of B and C. A is sitting third to the right of C. E is an immediate neighbour of A and F. G is sitting immediate left of C. B is sitting third to the right of G. What is the position of G with respect to A when counted from the right side of A?

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 31

Four letter-clusters have been given, out of which three are alike in some manner and one is different. Select the odd letter-cluster.

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 33

Which two numbers (not digits) should be interchanged to make the given equation correct?

$$(18 \times 2) - 24 + 10 \times 160 \div 16 + (10 \times 4) = 170$$

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 34

Select the set in which the numbers are related in the same way as are the numbers of the following sets.

(NOTE : Operations should be performed on the whole numbers, without breaking down the numbers into its constituent digits. E.g. 13- Operations on 13 such as adding/subtracting/multiplying etc. to 13 can be performed. Breaking down 13 into 1 and 3 and then performing mathematical operations on 1 and 3 is not allowed.)
(15, 21, 66)
(9, 17, 44)

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 35

Which two signs should be interchanged to make the given equation correct?
$$13 + 145 \div 29 \times 52 - 11 = 106$$

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 37

If M denotes ‘$$-$$’, N denotes ‘$$\div$$’, O denotes ‘$$\times$$’, and P denotes ‘$$+$$’, then what will come in place of ‘?’ in the following equation?
255 N 5 O 4 P 16 O 3 M 29 = ?

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 38

PRO 5' is related to 'OSQ 15' in a certain way. In the same way,' OPO 10' is related to 'NQQ 30'. Which of the following is related to 'MAC 9' using the same logic?

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 39

‘M $ K’ means ‘M is the mother of K’.
‘M # K’ means ‘M is the father of K’.
‘M @ K’ means ‘M is the husband of K’.
‘M % K’ means ‘M is the daughter of K’.
If A $ C @ R, then how is R related to A?

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 40

If ‘$$+$$’ means ‘divided by’, ‘$$-$$’ means ‘added to’, ‘$$\times$$’ means ‘subtracted from’ and ‘$$\div$$’ means ‘multiplied by’, then what will be the value of the following expression?

$$[{(25 \times 13) - (3 \div 3)} + (3 - 4)] \div 5$$

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 44

Given below are two statements and two conclusions. Take the statements to be true even if they are at variance with commonly known facts, and decide whether the conclusion(s) follow(s) the given statements.

Statements:
Some cakes are biscuits.
Some biscuits are chocolates.

Conclusions:
I. Some biscuits are cakes.
II. Some cakes are chocolates.

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 45

If I denotes ‘$$\div$$’, J denotes ‘$$\times$$’, K denotes ‘$$−$$’ and L denotes ‘$$+$$’, then what will come in place of ‘?’ in the following equation?

(35 I 5) J 9 K 23 L 39 K (3 J 8) = ?

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 47

A @ B means ‘A is the husband of B’
A & B means ‘A is the mother of B’
A # B means ‘A is the daughter of B’
If Q @ M & Y @ J # R & Z, then how is Y related to Z?

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 50

In a certain code language, ‘HIGHLY’ is written as ‘GRHYOH’ and 'CLEVER' is written as 'EOCRVV'. How will ‘HORROR’ be written in that language?

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 51

In India, which of the following modes of transportation reduces trans-shipment losses and delays in supply of petroleum and gas?

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 54

Which of the following is the most widely used method for refining impure metals?

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 55

Which of the following is the correct statement?

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 56

Which of the following microfinance institutions was established in India at the time of independence?

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 58

Which of the following has been INCORRECTLY listed as a condition for becoming a citizen of India?

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 59

Which British scientist is known for developing the principle of holography in 1947 to improve the resolution of the electron microscope?

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 60

The ‘Tripartite struggle’ was between Gurjara Pratiharas in North India, Palas in Eastern India and ________ in South India.

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 66

Which of the following statements is correct?

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 67

Which Union Territory recorded the highest male literacy rate, according to the 2011 Census?

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 71

Which company has been given the responsibility of construction, operation and maintenance of the Hazira-Vijaipur-Jagdishpur (HVJ) pipeline project?

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 72

Mawsynram, the place that receives the highest rainfall in the world, is situated in which hills?

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 73

Which of the following organisations was founded in Poona, Satara and other towns of Maharashtra that worked against Brahmanical orthodoxy and tried to reform Hinduism?

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 74

In 1784, who discovered the composition of water through his experiment with hydrogen and oxygen?

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 76

The fundamental duties were added in the Indian Constitution on the recommendation of the:

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 78

Which of the following Articles of the Indian Constitution deals with the relationship between the Prime Minister and the President?

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 84

During a game of hockey, following an offence, if a player is shown a yellow card then he will be sent off the pitch for _______________.

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 85

Trade liberalisation has helped India improve its _____________ in industries with medium-to-high technology content.

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 86

Which of the following five-year plan addressed the issue of removal of poverty as a chief objective for the first time?

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 87

Which of the following was the first B vitamin discovered in 1897 that is essential in amino acid and carbohydrate metabolism and is active in energy production reactions?

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 88

Identify the cultural festival on the basis of given clues:
i) This festival brings together craftsmen like potters, embroiderers, weavers, wood carvers, metal workers, stone smiths and painters from all over India on one platform in Haryana.
ii) This crafts mela is held in February every year and provides a glimpse of the state’s cultural heritage and recent achievements.

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 91

A Governor shall, notwithstanding the expiration of his term, continue to hold office until ______________.

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 92

A government budget shows a primary deficit of ₹6,900 crore. The revenue expenditure on interest payment is ₹400 crore. Fiscal deficit is equal to:

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 95

Guru Bipin Singh, who received the honour of Sangeet Natak Akademi Award in 1966 and the Kalidas Samman by Madhya Pradesh Government, was an exponent of which of the following Indian classical dance forms?

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 96

Who among the following was the youngest recipient of the Padma Vibhushan award in dance in 1984?

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 97

When was the Indian Meteorological Department,Which collects data on temperature, rainfall, wind, etc., and makes weather forecasts, established by the Government of India?

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 101

Sukhvir purchased some perishable items for sale but 30% of those items could not be sold and went bad. However, Sukhvir managed to sell the rest of the items at a price that helped him earn an overall profit of 19%. At what percentage above the cost price of each item purchased by Sukhvir did he sell each of the items that did not go bad?

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 105

Study the given pie-chart and answer the question that follows.
The pie-chart shows total expenditure of ₹3,00,00,000 on different items for constructing a flat in a town.

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The percentage of the expenditure on Labour and Timber is:

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 106

What is the number of valid votes cast in favour of a candidate in an election, if the candidate received 75% of the total valid votes, and 5% of the total votes were declared invalid, given that the total number of voters was 1,46,000?

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 107

A conical shape vessel has a radius of 21 cm and has a slant height of 25 cm. If the curved part of the vessel is to be painted white, find the cost (in ₹) of painting at the rate of ₹1.5 per $$cm^{2}$$.

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 108

P and Q can do a work together in 30 days. Q and R can do the same work together in 24 days and R and P together in 20 days. They started the work together, but Q and R left after 10 days. How many more days will P take to finish the remaining work?

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 109

Find the greatest possible length (in metres) that can be used to exactly measure the lengths 6 m, 5 m 25 cm and 12 m 50 cm.

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 110

In a village election, Sharuk got 80% of the total valid votes. 10% of the votes were invalid. If the total number of votes was 4500, then find the number of valid votes the other candidate got.

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 111

What will be the difference between the total surface area and the curved surface area of a hemisphere having 4 cm diameter?

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 112

A can do a piece of work in 8 days, while B can do it in 7 days. If they work at it alternately beginning with A, then in how many days will the work be completed?

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 113

The cost of painting the total surface area of a 30 m high solid right circular cylinder at the rate of ₹25 per $$m^{2}$$ is ₹18,425. What is the volume (in $$m^{3}$$) of this cylinder [use $$ \pi \frac{22}{7}$$]?

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 114

What is the length (in cm) of the transverse common tangent between two circles with radii 6 cm and 4 cm, given that the distance between their centres is 14 cm?

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 116

The table given below shows the number of products sold by 4 shopkeepers A. B. C and D on four different days.

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If the total products sold by A and B, including all four days, is 3000 and 3500, respectively, the products sold by B on Tuesday is bow many more or less than the products sold by A on Thursday?

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 117

7 If an amount of ₹80 becomes ₹96 in 2 years in a bank account which gives simple annual interest, then an amount of ₹62,000 will become ________ in the same account after 5 years.

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 118

If $$a  \alpha  b, b  \alpha  \frac{1}{c}$$ and $$c  \alpha  d$$, then the relation between a and d is:

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 119

Study the given table and answer the question that follows.
The table shows the production of five types of cars P, Q, R, S and T by a company from the year 1989 to 1994.

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During the period 1989-94, which type of car featured a continuous increase in production?

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 121

A thief is noticed by a policeman from a distance of 300 m. The thief starts running and the policeman starts chasing him. The thief and policeman run at the rate of 11 km/h and 13 km/h, respectively. After running for how many kilometres will the policeman be able to catch the thief?

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 122

A sum of ₹1,00,000 was taken from a bank at the rate of 7% p.a to be compounded annually for 5 years. Calculate the compound interest. (Closest to a ₹)

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 123

The curved surface area of a cone whose base radius is 7 cm and slant height is 10 cm is:

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 124

A sector of a circle has a central angle of $$45^{\circ}$$ and an arc length of 22 cm.
Find the radius of the. circle. [Use $$\pi = \frac{22}{7}$$]

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 127

Study the given table and answer the question that follows.

The table shows the number of students doing various courses in various cities.

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In Chennai, the number of students in MBA is nearly what percentage of students in MBA? (rounded off to 2 digits after decimal)

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 128

If $$\cos A = \frac{15}{17}, 0 \leq A \leq 90^{\circ}$$, then the value of $$\cot(90^{\circ} - A)$$ is:

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 129

Study the given table and answer the question that follows.
The table shows the number of cakes sold by four different bakeries in 4 different months.

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What is the difference between the total number of cakes sold by bakeries Q and S together in September and the total number of cakes sold by bakeries P and R together in November?

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 130

The volume of a right circular cone having a base diameter of 14 cm is 196π $$cm^{3}$$. Find the perpendicular height of this cone

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 132

If $$\frac{A}{L} + \frac{M}{B} = 1$$ and $$\frac{B}{M} + \frac{N}{C} = 1$$, then the value of $$\frac{L}{A} + \frac{C}{N}$$ is:

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 134

Study the given table and answer the question that follows.
The table shows the production of five types of cars P, Q, R, S and T by a company from the year 1989 to 1994.

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During the period 1989-94, which type of car featured a continuous decrease in production?

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 135

Find the value of $$\frac{\cos 65^{\circ}}{\sin 25^{\circ}} + \frac{5 \sin 19^{\circ}}{\cos 71^{\circ}} - \frac{3 \cos 28^{\circ}}{\sin 62^{\circ}}$$

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 136

Swastik saves 20% of his income while spends the remaining amount on food, rent, education and shopping. 15% of the income is spent on food, while ₹12,800 is spent on rent, ₹32,000 on education and ₹7,200 on shopping. The amount spent on shopping is 11.25% of the total expenditure. How much money (in ₹) is spent on food?

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 137

Simplify the given expression.

$$\frac{a^{2} - b^{2} - 2bc - c^{2}}{a^{2} + b^{2} + 2ab - c^{2}}$$

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 139

In what ratio must a shopkeeper mix two types of rice worth ₹55 per kg and ₹70 per kg, so that the average cost of the mixture is ₹65 per kg?

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 140

What is the value of the given expression?

$$\frac{1}{12} + \frac{1}{16} + \frac{1}{8}$$

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 141

For a triangle ABC, D and E are two points on AB and AC such that $$AD = \frac{1}{6} AB, AE = \frac{1}{6} AC$$. If BC = 22 cm, then DE is __________. (Consider up to two decimals)

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 142

Reema runs $$\frac{5}{4}$$ times as fast as Rekha. In view of this Reema allows Rekha a lead of 50 metres to Rekha in a friendly race competition. What is the distance from the starting point where both Reema and Rekha meet?

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 143

The given table shows marks obtained by four students in four subjects.

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The average percentage of marks obtained by all students in Hindi is:

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 144

If $$\cot \theta = \frac{4}{3}, 0 < \theta < \frac{\pi}{2}$$, and $$5p \cos^{2} \theta \sin \theta = \cot^{2} \theta$$, then the value of p is:

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 145

Train ‘A’ requires 15 seconds to cross train ‘B’ of length 300 m moving in the opposite direction at a speed of 36 km/h. Further, train ‘A’ requires 30 seconds to cross a 500 m long stationary train ‘C’. Find the length (in m) of train ‘A’.

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 146

If the difference between the selling prices of an article at profits of 10% and 7% is ₹6, then the cost price (in ₹) of the article is:

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 147

Study the given pie chart and answer the question that follows.
The pie chart shows the National Budget Expenditure in the year 2019.

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If ₹850 billion were spent in year 2019 for interest on debt and military, then what would have been the total expenditure for that year (int billion)?

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 148

John can do a piece of work alone in 20 days, while Ravi can do the same piece of work alone in 28 days. In how many days can the duo complete the same work if they work together?

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 149

At a courier shop, the weights of 8 parcels were found to be 1.5 kg, 1.25 kg, 1.35 kg, 750 gm, 950 gm, 0.7 kg, 0.4 kg, and 0.5 kg. Find their average weight.

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 150

Study the given pie-chart and answer the question that follows.
The pie-chart shows the percentage of 3600 students enrolled in different hobby classes in a school.

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The number of students enrolled in Painting classes is approximately what percentage of those enrolled in Singing classes?

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 151

Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.

Study of science of insects

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 153

Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.

One who settles in another country

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 154

Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. If there is no need to substitute it, select ‘No substitution required’.

The Taj Mahal is one of the much popular seven wonders of the world.

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 155

Select the INCORRECTLY spelt word from the given sentence.
Gandhiji considared untouchability to be one of India’s major social ills.

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 156

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

Crack someone up

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 158

Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.

The capacity for being useful for some purpose.

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 160

Select the sentence that has a spelling error.
A- The art of living is learnt easily by those who are positive and optimistic.
B- We can learn a lot about the art of living by having a peep into the lives of great men.
C- The daily routines of these great men dissiminate that they are different.
D- Their unique lifestyles help us learn certain habits and practices that they followed.

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 161

Select the correct idiom to replace the underlined segment in the given sentence.

We should ask Emily to join our team. She is as keen as butter.

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 163

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.

What a small world!

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 164

Select the most appropriate option that can substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.

Payal’s father was seen desperately searching for the medicine that can counteract the effect of a venomous snakebite in Parul’s left hand.

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 168

Choose the most suitable idiom for the given situation.
Ravi has a strong desire to be in college hockey team this year and he is working hard to gain such skills to fulfill his goal of life. He has clearly made up his mind to achieve his target.

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 170

Identify the sentence that correctly uses the indefinite article.

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 171

You are preparing a speech for an upcoming function. Select a synonym for the highlighted word to make it better.

Effective public transportation networks may greatly alleviate traffic congestion and enhance inhabitants’ quality of life in general.

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 172

Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.

Happening repeatedly

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 173

Select the correct idiom that can substitute the italicised group of words in the given sentence.

He really stinks and smells foul after a hard session at the gym.

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 174

The following sentence has been divided into parts. One of them may contain an error.
Select the part that contains the error from the given options. If you don’t find any error, mark ‘No error’ as your answer.
I wanted to buy a candle holder, / but the store didn't have one. / So, I got a cake.

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 175

Select the most appropriate idiom to fill in the blank.
All my efforts went in vain. The project on which I was working for the last two months has failed and we are _____________ .

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 176

Select the most appropriate idiom to fill in the blank.
Choosing not to pursue a degree in computer engineering was ________, as the market for them is extremely limited nowadays.

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 177

Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.

A person who believes that God does not exist.

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 178

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the word ‘discordant’ in the given sentence and choose the correct option.

The sweet melodious symphony of the piano filled the room, transporting the listeners to a world of beauty and emotion.

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 179

Select the correct option to substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence. If no substitution is required, select ‘No substitution’.

He is faster than smarter.

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 180

Parts of the following sentence have been given as options. One of them may contain an error. Select the part that contains the error from the given options. If you don’t find any error, mark ‘No error’ as your answer.

You arrived two days ago. By the time you leave, you will have spent nine days here.

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 181

Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.

The study of the human mind

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 182

Select the most appropriate option to substitute the underlined segment in the given sentence.

Any sort of unfair conduct is not tolerated in international sports tournaments as it can completely ruin an athlete’s career.

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 185

Select the most appropriate synonym of the word ‘viable’ in the given sentence and choose the correct option.

The engineer’s design was optimised for efficiency and scalability, with a focus on sustainability.

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 186

The following sentence has been split into four segments. Identify the segment that contains a grammatical error.

A Prime Minister of India / will address / the nation today / on the occasion of Independence Day.

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 187

Select the most appropriate idiom to fill in the blank.

I think we should ________ before buying this car.

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 188

Select the correct idiom to substitute the underlined word segment in the following sentence.

She trusted her husband but he stabbed her in the neck when he usurped her inheritance.

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 189

Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.

A keeper or custodian of a museum or other collection

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 190

Parts of the following sentence have been given as options. Select the option that contains an error.

Raman ate the cake and exclaimed that it tasted sweetly

In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

South Korea is the most cosmetically (1)______ country on Earth. Beauty editors estimate that it is because of the government’s heavy investment (2)______ industry. It is ahead of its competitors, and its citizens (3)_____ twice as much on skincare products as consumers in the United States, the UK, and France. Korean shoppers are (4)______ the world’s most discerning. Eight out of 10 Korean women in their 20s and 30s use an app that (5)_____ like a cosmetics-specific, to debate the merits of various common ingredients.

Read the given passage carefully and answer the questions that follow.

Throughout history, the intricacies of the human mind have been the subject of fascination and inquiry. From ancient philosophers to modern-day neuroscientists, the workings of the brain have been studied and analysed in an attempt to unravel its mysteries. However, despite centuries of research, much remains unknown about the complexities of human cognition and consciousness.

One of the most fascinating aspects of the human mind is its ability to create and imagine. The human mind has the capacity to conceptualise and bring into being ideas that were previously unknown or unimaginable, from artistic expression to scientific discovery. The process of creativity has captured the attention of scholars and laypeople alike and is both enigmatic and awe-inspiring.

There have been many theories proposed to explain the process of creativity. Some suggest that it is a purely subconscious process, while others argue that creativity is a result of conscious effort and intentional problem-solving. Still others suggest that creativity arises from a combination of conscious and subconscious processes.

Despite the ongoing debate over the nature of creativity, one thing is clear: it is a multifaceted and complex phenomenon. Creativity can manifest in a wide range of human activities, from the creation of art and literature to the development of scientific theories and inventions. It can occur in both individual and collective contexts and can be driven by a variety of factors such as curiosity, passion, or the desire for recognition.

Creativity also has the potential to bring about positive change in the world. Throughout history, creative individuals and groups have used their talents to address social, political, and environmental challenges, often inspiring others to take action and make a difference. From the abolitionist movement to the civil rights movement to the environmental movement, creativity has played a crucial role in promoting social justice and positive change.

Despite the many benefits of creativity, it is not without its challenges. The process of creative expression can be fraught with obstacles, from self-doubt and insecurity to external pressures and constraints. Moreover, not all creative ideas are successful or well-received, and many artists and innovators face rejection and criticism as they seek to bring their ideas to fruition. Despite these challenges, however, the human drive to create and imagine persists.

Individuals and groups continue to harness the power of creativity to make a difference in the world. From the humblest amateur artist to the most celebrated innovator, the human capacity for creativity remains one of our greatest strengths and sources of inspiration.

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 196

Select an appropriate title for the passage.

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 197

What is the main focus of the passage?

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 198

Which of the following factors can drive creativity?

SSC CPO 3rd Oct 2023 Shift 2 - Question 199

According to the passage, what is one of the challenges of creative expression?

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