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Banking - IBPS SO Prelims Full Length Mock Test 1 PYQ IT - English
Banking - IBPS SO Prelims Full Length Mock Test 1 PYQ IT - English
Q1 Direction: Which of the following phrases (1), correct sentence. If the sentence is correct as it
(2), and (3) given below each sentence should is, mark ‘No Improvement’ as the answer.
replace the phrase printed in bold letters to The Supreme Court on May 12, in a judgment,
make the sentence grammatically correct? said there are meritorious promises and
Choose the best option among the five given uncertainty in the processing of the Protection
alternatives that reflect the correct use of the of Women from Sexual Harassment Act, leaving
phrase in the context of the grammatically many working women no choice but to leave
correct sentence. If the sentence is correct as it their jobs.
is, mark ‘No Improvement’ as the answer. 1.serious blunders and unreliability in the
People with obstructive sleep apnoea may be execution
at significant higher risk of suffering long 2.serious lapses and uncertainty in the
Covid, according to a study. implementation
1.from excessive increased risk of suffering 3.severe problems and ramifications in the
2.at significantly higher risk of suffering develop
3.at comparatively increased risk of suffering (A) Only 1 and 2 (B) Only 1 and 3
(A) Only 1 and 2 (B) Only 1 and 3 (C) Only 2 and 3 (D) All 1, 2 and 3
(C) Only 2 and 3 (D) All 1, 2 and 3 (E) None of these
(E) None of these
Q4 Direction: Which of the following phrases (1),
Q2 Direction: Which of the following phrases (1), (2), and (3) given below each sentence should
(2), and (3) given below each sentence should replace the phrase printed in bold letters to
replace the phrase printed in bold letters to make the sentence grammatically correct?
make the sentence grammatically correct? Choose the best option among the five given
Choose the best option among the five given alternatives that reflect the correct use of the
alternatives that reflect the correct use of the phrase in the context of the grammatically
phrase in the context of the grammatically correct sentence. If the sentence is correct as it
correct sentence. If the sentence is correct as it is, mark ‘No Improvement’ as the answer.
is, mark ‘No Improvement’ as the answer. With its decades of experience in conducting
These high temperatures play a very definitely human clinical trials, it makes eminent sense to
role in the diversification of cyclonic storms as rope down the ICMR to design and conduct
they infuse more convection. this trials.
1. A much importance for the formation 1.talk the ICMR into designing and conducting
2. An extremely crucial role in the intensification these
3. A very important role in the intensification 2.engage the ICMR for design and conduction
(A) Only 1 and 3 (B) Only 2 and 3 of this
(C) Only 1 and 2 (D) All 1, 2 and 3 3.rope in the ICMR to design and conduct these
(E) None of these (A) Only 1 and 2 (B) Only 2 and 3
(C) Only 1 and 3 (D) All 1,2 and 3
Q3 Direction: Which of the following phrases (1),
(E) None of these
(2), and (3) given below each sentence should
replace the phrase printed in bold letters to Q5 Direction: Which of the following phrases (1),
make the sentence grammatically correct? (2), and (3) given below each sentence should
Choose the best option among the five given replace the phrase printed in bold letters to
alternatives that reflect the correct use of the make the sentence grammatically correct?
phrase in the context of the grammatically Choose the best option among the five given
alternatives that reflect the correct use of the phrase in the context of the grammatically
phrase in the context of the grammatically correct sentence. If the sentence is correct as it
correct sentence. If the sentence is correct as it is, mark ‘No improvement’ as the answer.
is, mark ‘No improvement’ as the answer.
In a global economic landscape characterised
by growing competition between the US and
Unless the US takes substantive steps to China, especially in the realm of artificial
addressal the persisting green card backlog, it intelligence, there is a significant concern
risks losing a significant pool of skilled between executives to major US tech
professionals to its northern neighbours and companies that they are hamstrung by the
other countries. obstacles put in place by the country’s
1. Implements significant measures to deal with immigration system in recruiting top-notch
the international talent.
2. Introduces effective initiatives to suggest the 1. A significant concern among executives of
3. takes substantive steps to address the 2. An important issue among executives of
3. A substantial worry between executives of
(A) Only 1 and 2 (B) Only 1 and 3
(C) Only 2 and 3 (D) All 1, 2 and 3 (A) Only 1 and 2
(E) No improvement (B) Only 1 and 3
(C) Only 2 and 3
Q6 Direction: Which of the following phrases (1),
(D) All 1, 2 and 3
(2), and (3) given below each sentence should
(E) No improvement
replace the phrase printed in bold letters to
make the sentence grammatically correct? Q8 Direction: Which of the following phrases (1),
Choose the best option among the five given (2), and (3) given below each sentence should
alternatives that reflect the correct use of the replace the phrase printed in bold letters to
phrase in the context of the grammatically make the sentence grammatically correct?
correct sentence. If the sentence is correct as it Choose the best option among the five given
is, mark ‘No improvement’ as the answer. alternatives that reflect the correct use of the
phrase in the context of the grammatically
Considering the strong technology ecosystem correct sentence. If the sentence is correct as it
that exists in India, the country is placed well to is, mark ‘No improvement’ as the answer.
playing a crucial role in shaping the global AI
regulatory framework.
India's triumphant moon land underscore the
1. excelling in the sphere of significance of blending basic scientific
2. well placed to play a crucial role in expertise with ingenuity and pursuing ambitious
3. ready to take a significant role in objectives despite prior setbacks.
1. Landing underscores the significance of
(A) Only 1 and 2 (B) Only 1 and 3 2. Landing undermines the essence of
(C) Only 2 and 3 (D) All 1, 2 and 3 3. Landing highlights the importance of
(E) No improvement
(A) Only 1 and 2 (B) Only 1 and 3
Q7 Direction: Which of the following phrases (1),
(C) Only 2 and 3 (D) All 1, 2 and 3
(2), and (3) given below each sentence should
(E) No improvement
replace the phrase printed in bold letters to
make the sentence grammatically correct? Q9 Directions: Sentences given in each question,
Choose the best option among the five given when properly sequenced form a coherent
alternatives that reflect the correct use of the paragraph. Each sentence is labelled with a
letter. Choose the most logical order of (E)It would be like holding a business meeting in
sentences amongst the five choices given to a football field.
construct a paragraph. (F)Indeed, that would indicate a failure to take
the student body along with them.
(G)The proposal to relocate the meet to a trade
A. Judicial observations are published out of fair facility is completely inappropriate.
context just to provide good headline copy, (A) BDAFGEC (B) CBFADGE
and sometimes, there is outright misquotation. (C) ABDGECF (D) CBDAEFG
B. Perhaps more importantly, however, there is a (E) AGFECBD
more straightforward way of dealing with the
Q11 Directions: Sentences given in each question,
spectre of misreporting: to make written
when properly sequenced form a coherent
transcripts and audio or video recordings of
paragraph. Each sentence is labelled with a
court proceedings available to the public.
letter. Choose the most logical order of
C. It is often argued that the media reports
sentences amongst the five choices given to
court proceedings inaccurately;
construct a paragraph.
D. In fact, this was precisely the reason cited by
the Allahabad High Court to justify the gag
(A)All men by nature desire to know. A man is
order, although the court did not provide any
what he knows.
examples of “misquotation”.
(B)The more you know, the less you need to
E. There are, however, laws to deal with
show.
inaccurate reporting, especially the Contempt
(C)The greater our knowledge increases the
of Courts Act, which the judiciary has never
more our ignorance make known.
shied away from invoking.
(D)There are no possessions like knowledge, and
(A) ACDEB (B) CADEB
no poverty like ignorance.
(C) ADCEB (D) CDEAB
(E)Our greatest enemy today is ignorance.
(E) CEDAB
(F)What we don’t know is killing us; or at least
Q10 Directions: Sentences given in each question, depriving us of a full and abundant life.
when properly sequenced form a coherent (A) BADCFE (B) DBCAFE
paragraph. Each sentence is labelled with a (C) ABCDEF (D) ABDCEF
letter. Choose the most logical order of (E) CBDEFA
sentences amongst the five choices given to
Q12 Directions: Sentences given in each question,
construct a paragraph.
when properly sequenced form a coherent
paragraph. Each sentence is labelled with a
(A)Besides, a campus is the natural home of the
letter. Choose the most logical order of
ISC, for scientists should not transact their
sentences amongst the five choices given to
business in an ivory tower beyond the reach of
construct a paragraph.
the student body.
(B)It is the crucible of future politics, and
(A)Such systems should have been the basis not
politicians should engage with student
only of higher education but of new and viable
protesters rather than seek insulation from
professions and forging an informed agreement
them.
within society.
(C)But a campus is where feelings and
(B)While there is a great demand for
arguments can and should run high.
development services, there are few empirical
(D)Indian science has been seen to be faltering
systems to measure it at the granular level that
for some time — with the significant exception
is required.
of the space effort — and it is important to
(C)How long can such a corrosive system last?
inspire the student body.
(D)Instead, we have chosen to continue an appropriate word (s) that must fill the blank
elaborate, expensive and divisive system of two and make the sentence grammatically correct
realities, of rewards and rents for a chosen few and contextually meaningful. If none of the
and a sullen acceptance for the others. given words fill the blank correctly, choose (e),
(A) BADC (B) BCAD i.e., none of these as your answer choice.
(C) ABCD (D) DCAB
(E) CBDA
The _______________ of the new technology
Q13 Directions: The sentences given in each of the
has revolutionised the way we communicate.
following questions, when properly sequenced,
(A) implementation
form a coherent paragraph. Each sentence is
(B) obsolescence
labeled with a letter. From among the five
(C) adaptation
choices given below each question, choose the
(D) proliferation
most logical order of sentences that constructs
(A) only (A)
a coherent paragraph.
(B) only (B) and (C)
(C) only (C) and (D)
(A) But nowadays, the most promising sign of
(D) only (D)
the improving conditions of Indian women lies in
(E) None of these
declining inequality in education.
(B) Abigail Adams, wife of the second President Q15 Directions: In each of the following sentences,
of the U.S. and mother of the sixth President, there is a blank space. Below each sentence,
wrote to her husband, “If particular care and there are four words given. Choose the most
attention is not paid to the ladies, we are appropriate word (s) that must fill the blank
determined to foment a rebellion.” and make the sentence grammatically correct
(C) In all villages and towns, mornings and and contextually meaningful. If none of the
afternoons are brightened by the smiling faces given words fill the blank correctly, choose (e),
of girls and young women, dressed in their i.e., none of these as your answer choice.
uniforms, walking to school.
(D)What fuels these movements? Could it be The manager's _______________ leadership
that the very success of India’s economic style inspired and motivated the team to
transformation brings with it a stark realisation achieve exceptional results.
that it has not paid particular care and (A) autocratic
attention to women? (B) lenient
(E) As last year’s #MeToo movement and (C) perceptive
Sabarimala protests showed, perhaps Indian (D) indecisive
women are echoing her and are ready to (A) only (A)
foment a rebellion. (B) only (B)
(F) Almost all girls go to primary school and, (C) only (A) and (C)
according to the India Human Development (D) only (A) and (D)
Survey (IHDS) of 2011-12, 70% of girls aged 15 to (E) None of these.
18 are still studying, only five percentage points
Q16 Directions: In each of the following sentences,
less than boys.
there is a blank space. Below each sentence,
(A) BEDACF (B) EDCFBA
there are four words given. Choose the most
(C) BCEADF (D) EBADCF
appropriate word (s) that must fill the blank
(E) FDBCAE
and make the sentence grammatically correct
Q14 Directions: In each of the following sentences, and contextually meaningful. If none of the
there is a blank space. Below each sentence, given words fill the blank correctly, choose (e),
there are four words given. Choose the most
i.e., none of these as your answer choice. imbalance persists. The approval of the
Women’s Reservation Bill by the Union Cabinet,
Despite facing numerous setbacks and for likely passage during Parliament’s ongoing
obstacles, she remained _______________ and special session, highlights a glaring truth.
persevered until she achieved her goal. Political parties have had ample opportunities
(A) determined to rectify this imbalance but chose not to. The
(B) apathetic statistics speak volumes. According to a recent
(C) fickle Inter-Parliamentary Union study, India ranks a
(D) indifferent disheartening 149th out of 193 countries in terms
(A) only (A) of female representation in the lower house of
(B) only (B) Parliament.
(C) only (A) and (C) In a country where women make up half the
(D) only (A) and (D) population, they hold a mere 14 per cent of
(E) None of these. seats in the Lok Sabha and 11 per cent in the
Rajya Sabha. These figures are inexcusable and
Q17 Directions: In each of the following sentences,
paint a gloomy picture of gender inequality in
there is a blank space. Below each sentence,
our political landscape. One might wonder why,
there are four words given. Choose the most
in a democratic system, where the power to
appropriate word (s) that must fill the blank
change rests with the people, such a disparity
and make the sentence grammatically correct
persists. The answer lies in the choices made by
and contextually meaningful. If none of the
political parties themselves. Over the years,
given words fill the blank correctly, choose (e),
parties have failed to take the initiative to
i.e., none of these as your answer choice.
correct the imbalance voluntarily. They could
have easily fielded women candidates in a third
The educational institution's commitment to
of the constituencies they contested in Lok
fostering creativity and innovation has
Sabha and state assembly elections. It was a
produced _______________ graduates who
simple step that could have made a profound
excel in their respective fields.
impact on women’s representation in politics.
(A) mediocre
However, they chose not to, merely offering lip
(B) unambitious
service to the cause of gender equality.
(C) exemplary
The Women’s Reservation Bill, which seeks to
(D) stagnant
reserve one-third of all seats in the Lok Sabha
(A) only (A)
and state assemblies for women, now stands as
(B) only (C)
a legislative remedy for this imbalance. While
(C) only (A) and (B)
some may argue that such a measure is heavy-
(D) only (B) and (D)
handed, it is important to re- member that it
(E) None of these.
arises from a vacuum in voluntary action. It is
Directions (18-25) Read the following passage the result of decades of unfulfilled promises and
and answer the given questions. persistent gender bias within political parties.
Directions: Read the question passage The reluctance of political parties to address
thoroughly and answer the questions that this imbalance voluntarily has been nothing
follow. short of disappointing. Women’s representation
in the Lok Sabha has grown at a snail’s pace
since Independence, from a mere 4.4 per cent
For decades, India has prided itself on being in 1952 to just 12.15 per cent after the 2014 Lok
the world’s largest democracy, a nation that Sabha elections. (A) The progress has been
embraces diversity and equality. Yet, within the lethargic and it’s a stark reminder that
hallowed halls of political power, a stark gender democracy________________________________________________.
2. After being closed for nearly a year due to a promising revival of India's tourism and
the pandemic, the popular tourist attraction will hospitality industry.
be reopening its doors next week. Auto Components Thrive: The increasing
3. Profits of the companies making covid 19 demand from end-user industries, especially in
vaccines have seen insignificant increases this the passenger vehicle and commercial vehicle
quarter after the government announced the segments, has significantly contributed to the
distribution rules. upgrades of auto component manufacturers
(A) Only 1 (B) Both 1 and 2 and automobile dealers. This surge reflects the
(C) Only 2 (D) Both 2 and 3 buoyant automotive sector, which continues to
(E) All 1, 2 and 3 be a key driver of economic growth.
Realty's Resilience: The realty sector has shown
Directions (31-37) Read the following passage
resilience with healthy sales and collections in
and answer the given questions.
the residential segment, along with improved
Directions: Read the following passage
leasing activity in the commercial and retail
carefully and answer the questions that follow.
segments. These factors have contributed to a
reduction in leverage levels for several real
In a promising development for India's
estate entities, supporting their credit
corporate landscape, the credit quality of
upgrades. Realty's performance is indicative of
businesses across the country exhibited
renewed confidence in the Indian real estate
significant strength and resilience during the
market.
first half of the financial year 2024 (H1 FY2024). A
Power Sector Reforms: In the power sector,
recent report by ICRA, a leading credit rating
several entities were upgraded following the
agency, revealed that India Inc.'s credit profiles
realization of their long-pending receivables
have been bolstered by robust domestic
from power distribution companies. These dues
consumption and investments in various
were cleared under the Late Payment
sectors. The ICRA report, released on Tuesday,
Surcharge (LPS) scheme, highlighting the
______________________________________ in
positive impact of policy reforms on India's
the credit quality of both investment-grade
power sector.
and non-investment-grade categories.
Roads Sector Driven by Risk Mitigation: Several
Although the pace of this improvement
Special Purpose Vehicles (SPVs) in the roads
moderated in comparison with the previous two
sector experienced upgrades in H1 FY2024,
fiscal years, it marks a positive trajectory for
largely due to entity-specific factors focused
India's economic recovery.
on mitigating project execution risks. The
Six key sectors played a pivotal role in driving
achievement of final or provisional dates of
the credit quality improvements observed in H1
completion for projects, coupled with the
FY2024: hospitality, auto components, power,
receipt of initial semi-annual payments without
realty, roads, and financials. Together, these
significant deductions, underscored the sector's
sectors accounted for nearly half of the total
progress.
instances of credit upgrades during this period.
Financial Sector's Strong Fundamentals: The
Hospitality Sector Rebounds: The hospitality
financial sector witnessed improvements in
sector has been on a remarkable rebound
credit profiles due to steady credit growth,
trajectory, rebounding from the significant
stable asset quality indicators, and equity
adverse impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic
capital mobilization. This trend was particularly
experienced in 2020 and 2021. Critical
prominent in the microfinance segment,
operating metrics such as occupancy rates and
highlighting the sector's robust fundamentals.
average room rates have seen a sharp
There are broader economic implications. The
recovery, prompting several upgrades over the
strengthening of India Inc's credit quality is a
past 18 months. The sector's resilience signifies
positive signal for the broader Indian economy.
A healthier credit environment can catalyze challenges. The credit quality improvements
further investments, job creation, and economic observed across various sectors in H1 FY2024
growth. Here are some of the broader provide a solid foundation for India's economic
economic implications: recovery and future growth prospects. As India
Investment Climate: Improved credit quality is continues to navigate the evolving global
likely to boost investor confidence, encouraging landscape, these improvements are a
both domestic and foreign investments. testament to the nation's ability to overcome
Businesses with stronger credit profiles may find adversity and emerge stronger.
it easier to secure funding for expansion and
capital expenditure projects.
Q31 What were the key drivers of credit quality
Job Creation: As businesses thrive and expand,
improvements in India Inc. during H1
they are more likely to hire new employees. A
FY2024, according to the ICRA report?
robust job market can stimulate consumer
(A) Foreign investments and exports
spending and drive economic growth.
(B) Government stimulus packages
Economic Recovery: India's post-pandemic
(C) Robust domestic consumption and
recovery has been a central focus, and the
investments in specific sectors
credit quality surge in H1 FY2024 contributes to
(D) Decreased competition in the market
this narrative. It indicates that businesses have
(E) Expansion of India's manufacturing
been able to adapt and recover from the
sector
pandemic's impact, laying the foundation for
sustained economic growth. Q32 Which sector experienced a significant
Sectoral Resilience: The sectoral diversity in rebound in H1 FY2024, with sharp
credit quality improvements suggests that recoveries in occupancy rates and
multiple segments of the Indian economy are average room rates, leading to several
regaining strength. This resilience can help credit upgrades?
buffer against economic shocks in the future. (A) Auto components
Credit Access: Businesses with improved credit (B) Realty
profiles are better positioned to access credit (C) Power
at favorable terms, enabling them to invest in (D) Hospitality
innovation and expansion, ultimately driving (E) Roads
economic development.
While the credit quality improvements are Q33 According to the passage, what led to
encouraging, it's essential to recognize that credit upgrades in the power sector
economic challenges persist. India faces during H1 FY2024?
hurdles such as inflationary pressures, supply (A) Increased electricity consumption
chain disruptions, and global economic (B) Implementation of renewable energy
uncertainties that could impact the trajectory projects
of credit quality improvement. Looking ahead, (C) Clearing of long-pending receivables
sustained efforts to address these challenges, under the Late Payment Surcharge
coupled with continued policy support, will be (LPS) scheme
crucial for India Inc's credit quality to maintain (D) Government subsidies for power
its upward trajectory. Additionally, the emphasis distribution companies
on sustainability, digital transformation, and (E) Improved power generation
innovation will play a pivotal role in shaping the technologies
long-term competitiveness of Indian businesses.
Q34 According to the passage, what are the
In conclusion, the ICRA report's findings paint
broader economic implications of India
an optimistic picture of India Inc's resilience and
Inc's improved credit quality in H1 FY2024?
adaptability in the face of economic
(A) Decreased investment climate
Q45 Which of the following given words will I.The poles of the planet were not pointed
make the sentence meaningful by filling towards Earth.
in the blank (H)? II. But since 2014, Scientists have had a better
(A) Campaign (B) Assurance view of Uranus’s pole and therefore have been
(C) Assertion (D) Attestation able to look deeper into the polar atmosphere.
(E) Endeavour (a)Over several decades, the poles of the ………..
(b)Because the last five years, the poles of the
Q46 In the given sentences, a blank is given
………
indicating that a word is missing. Among the
(c)For many decades, the poles of the ………
four given options, a combination of words
(A) Only (a) and (c)
would fit the blank thereby making it
(B) Only (a)
grammatically and contextually correct.
(C) Only (b) and (c)
Choose that option as your response.
(D) Only (c)
(E) All (a), (b), and (c)
The electrons in the neutral plasma were
not __________ by vibrations in Q49 Directions: In the following question, two
the atomic lattice either. sentences are given followed by three phrases.
A. convicted Select the phrase/phrases (starter) which can
B. scattered
7
of 1445 − 25. 998 + 20. 023% of
9
% of 9107. 99 − 245. 04 ÷ 3. 024
Q60 15, 51, 95, 383, 1919, 11519 percent more/less than people traveling
(A) 15 (B) 51 on Wednesday and Friday together by
(C) 383 (D) 1919 train A?
(E) 11519 (A) 25 11
5
% (B) 19 11
1
%
(C) 20 27 % (D) 18 23 %
Directions (61-65) Read the following passage
(E) None of these
and answer the given questions.
Direction: Study the given line graph carefully Q65 Find the total no. of people traveling from
and answer the following questions. train B?
The line graph below shows the total number of (A) 3500 (B) 3300
people traveling from Delhi to Lucknow in 2 (C) 3400 (D) 4400
different Trains from Monday to Friday. (E) 3600
6
% Q67 What is the ratio of 20% of the total
Saturday by train B decreased by 11.11% number of shoes sold by Adidas in
from the previous day, then find the ratio February and 40% of the total number of
of people traveling on Saturday by train shoes sold by Nike in April?
A to people travelling on Saturday by (A) 7: 18 (B) 27: 80
train B. (C) 8: 15 (D) 9: 20
(A) 7: 8 (B) 3: 4 (E) None of these
(C) 5: 8 (D) 3: 7
Q68 The number of shoes sold by Nike in
(E) None of these
January is what percent of the number of
Q64 People traveling on Tuesday and shoes manufactured by Adidas in
Thursday together by train B is how much February?
interviews for executive posts in MNC P men work per day 12 hours and boys work per
and S. day 4 hours?
(A) 0 (B) 100 (A) 1 days (B) 2 days
(C) 90 (D) 9 (C) 3 days (D) 4 days
(E) 8 (E) None of these
Q75 If 20% of the total number of appeared Q80 A class has 26 students. If the top scorer's score
candidates in the interview for the is not considered, the average score of the
executive post for MNC P, then find the remaining class falls by 1 mark. Instead, if the
desired post for MNC P? lowest scorer's score is not considered, the
(A) 120 (B) 100 average score of the remaining student
(C) 140 (D) 150 increases by 2 marks. If the top scorer's score
(E) 180 and the lowest scorer's score are in the ratio of
17: 2, what is the score of the top scorer?
Q76 Mahesh invested Rs ‘a’ in a bank offering 10%
(A) 80 (B) 75
compound interest for three years. Dinesh
(C) 85 (D) 90
invested Rs 2000 more than Mahesh in another
(E) 95
bank offering 11% simple interest for three years.
Find the value of ‘a’ if the interest earned by Q81 A lady bought 90 liters mixture of milk and
Dinesh is Rs 625 more than the interest earned water in which the ratio of milk and water is 2:3.
by Mahesh. How much water be evaporated so that the
(A) Rs 33000 (B) Rs 25000 percentage of water becomes 25%?
(C) Rs 27000 (D) Rs 35000 (A) 42 liters (B) 45 liters
(E) None of these (C) 60 liters (D) 50 liters
(E) None of these
Q77 Ranjeet drove from home to his office at 75
miles per hour and reached the office in 6 hours. Q82 The number of boys appearing for an Entrance
While returning home he drove one-third way test is 80% of the number of girls. If 45% of the
along the same route at a speed of 30 miles girls and 40% of the boys get admission, the
per hour and the remaining distance he percentage of candidates who do not get
covered in 2 hours. Find the average speed of admission is:
returning. (A) 50.50% (B) 57.22%
(A) 108.56 miles/hr (C) 62.50 (D) 72.56
(B) 128.57 miles/hr (E) None of these
(C) 124.27 miles/hr
Q83 In an election between two candidates A and
(D) 90.75 miles/hr
B, 80% of the voters cast their votes, out of
(E) None of these
which 25% of the votes were declared invalid. If
Q78 Umesh and Ramesh together can do a piece of candidate A got 56% of the valid votes and won
work in 36 days and Ramesh alone can do the by 360 votes, then find the total number of
25% of the work in 12 days. What fraction of voters.
work done by Umesh alone in 20 days? (A) 4500 (B) 5000
(A) 7
24
(B) 7
36
(C) 6000 (D) 5400
(C) 1
(D) 5
(E) None of these
12 36
marked price is Rs. 400, then find the profit on Q89 A path of width 4 m has been made inside
article A? along the boundary of a rectangular field. The
(A) 200 (B) 150 length of the field is 48 m and the area of the
(C) 180 (D) 240 field is 1440 m2. How many tiles of dimension 80
(E) 300 × 56 cm2 will be required to pave the path?
(A) 1100 (B) 1180
Q85 Pawan sold a book at 44% profit. If the same
(C) 1250 (D) 1340
book was sold at 22% loss then Pawan would
(E) 1400
have earned Rs. 396 less. What was the marked
price of the book if Pawan marked the book Q90 A box contains 4 blue pens, and 5 green pens,
45% above the cost price? and 6 red pens. Two pens are drawn at random
(A) Rs. 640 (B) Rs. 770 from the box. What is the probability that the
(C) Rs. 870 (D) Rs. 920 ball drawn is either red or green?
(E) None of these (A) 5
9
(B) 3
11
(C) 4
(D) 5
(E) 7
same direction, train B takes 55 seconds to pass Directions (91-93) Read the following passage
train A completely and if they are going in and answer the given questions.
opposite directions, they pass each other Direction: In the following question two
completely in 9 seconds. Find the speed of train Quantity are given in variables Quantity I and
A? Quantity II. You have to solve this Quantity and
(A) 48 m/s (B) 51 m/s determine the relation between Quantity I and
(C) 55 m/s (D) 60 m/s Quantity II
(E) None of these
Q91 Quantity I: Area of circle in (cm2) having a
Q87 P and Q enter into a partnership and invested circumference of 132 cm.
Rs. 42000 and Rs. 54000 respectively. If they Quantity II: Area of square in (cm2) having
split half of the profit equally for their efforts side 25 cm.
and the remaining balance in the ratio of their (A) Quantity I > Quantity II
investments, then Q got Rs. 510 more than P. (B) Quantity II > Quantity I
What was the profit made in the partnership ? (C) Quantity I ≤ Quantity II
(A) Rs 6480 (B) Rs 7280 (D) Quantity I ≥ Quantity II
(C) Rs 8160 (D) Rs 5496 (E) Quantity I = Quantity II or no relation
(E) None of these can be established
Q88 Ravi and Ramya got married 9 years ago when Q92 Quantity I: A boat crosses the river 500m
the age of Ramya was 20% less than Ravi. 4 long runs the speeds of 30m/s upstream
years from now, the age of Ramya will be only 50 m/s on downstream, then the speed
10% less than Ravi. Now, they have six children of the stream is
including a single, twins and triplets; the ratio of Quantity II: A boat crosses the river
their ages is 2 : 3 : 4, respectively. What can be 500m long run the speeds of 30m/s
the maximum possible value for the present upstream 50 m/s on downstream, then
age of his family? the speed of the boat in still water is
(A) 80.6 years (A) Quantity I > Quantity II
(B) 83.4 years (B) Quantity II > Quantity I
(C) 88.8 years (C) Quantity I ≤ Quantity II
(D) 86.6 years (D) Quantity I ≥ Quantity II
(E) 81.4 years (E) Quantity I = Quantity II or no relation
can be established
Q93 Quantity I: In how many ways can a Q95 Pranav sold a mobile cover to Ritesh at
committee of 4 boys and 4 girls be 25% profit. If Ritesh purchased cover from
selected from 9 boys and 9 girls Pranav in Rs. 250, then find the profit
respectively? percentage of Nitin if Pranav bought this
Quantity II: In how many ways can a mobile cover from Nitin.
committee of 6 boys and 5 girls be I. Nitin sold the cover for Rs. 50 more than
selected from 9 boys and 9 girls its cost price to Pranav.
respectively? II. If Nitin sold the article to Ritesh at the
(A) Quantity I > Quantity II same price as Pranav sold it to Ritesh,
(B) Quantity II > Quantity I then he made an overall profit of 16 3 %.
2
Directions (105-109) Read the following Q109 Four of the five options are related to
passage and answer the given questions. each other in some manner. Find the
Study the following information carefully and odd one out.
answer the questions given below. (A) L-P
Q113 Study the following data carefully and answer Q115 Who among the following sits second to
the questions accordingly. the left of the one who has a black
If a four-letter meaningful word can be formed colour box?
by using the first, fourth, fifth, and sixth letters (A) The one who has yellow colour box
from the word “EVERYDAY”, then what is the last (B) U
can be formed.
Q116 Four of the following five are alike in a
(A) T (B) I
certain way and thus form a group. Find
(C) X (D) Z
the one which doesn’t belong to the
(E) M
group.
Directions (114-118) Read the following passage (A) T - Red (B) P - White
and answer the given questions. (C) Q- Yellow (D) V - Green
Study the following data carefully and answer (E) R - violet
the questions accordingly.
Q117 How many persons sit between Q and
Eight persons P, Q, R, S, T, U, V, and W are sitting
the one who has a red colour box?
in the linear row such that all are facing the
(A) 2 (B) 3
north direction but not necessarily in the same
(C) 4 (D) 1
order. All persons have gift boxes of different
(E) None
colours viz., Red, Green, Yellow, Blue, White,
Black, Pink, and Violet but not necessarily in the Q118 Who among the following person is an
same order. immediate neighbour of W?
The one who has a yellow colour gift box sits (A) S (B) V
two places away from the one who has a violet (C) Q (D) T
colour box. W has a violet colour box and sits (E) None
on any one of the extreme ends of the row. V
sits immediate left of Q. Only one person sits Directions (119-123) Read the following
between T and S, who has a black colour box. R passage and answer the given questions.
sits at the end of the row and has a blue colour Study the following directions and answer the
box. U has the pink colour box and sits in the questions given below.
middle of S and T. T has the red colour box and In a certain code language:
sits on the right of U. The one who has a green “Wonder am sun moon” is coded as “kf xt tp kg”
colour box sits adjacent to W. P is an “Dull moon of space” is coded as “rl kg po nm”
immediate neighbour of S. At least 3 persons sit “Sun dull am room” is coded as “xt tp pm rl”
between the one who has a violet colour box “Dull fill the wonder” is coded as “rl dv qp kf”
and the one who has a black colour box. Q
Q119 What is the code for "dull" in the given code language?
does not have a green colour box. P does not
(A) xt (B) rl
have a yellow colour box and is not an
(C) pm (D) tp
immediate neighbour of R. S is not an
(E) None of these
immediate neighbour of R.
Q120 What is the code for 'room wonder' in the given code language?
Q114 Who among the following has a white
(A) qp po (B) dv pm
colour box?
(C) nm dv (D) pm kf
Q123 What is the code for 'space' in the given code language?
Q126 Study the following data carefully and answer
(A) qp the questions accordingly.
(B) nm
(C) rl Twelve persons namely L, M, N, O, P, Q, R, S, T, U,
(D) po V, and W are sitting around a square table with
(E) Either (b) or (d) a perimeter of 60m. One person sits at each
corner and two persons sit at each side of the
Q124 How many such pairs of letters are in the word table with equal distances between each other.
“COUNTER” which has as many letters between All are facing the centre. All the information is
them as there are in the English alphabetical not necessarily in the same order. M sits 10m
series (both forward and backward)? away from W who sits at the corner of the
(A) One (B) Two table. Q sits 15m right of M. The distance
(C) Five (D) Four between Q and O is 5m. The distance between
(E) None of these M and O is the same as the distance between
M and T. The distance between T and U is 5m
Q125 Study the following data carefully and answer
more than the distance between W and
the questions accordingly.
Q(counted right of W). The one who sits
opposite to U sits second to the right of L. R sits
Twelve persons namely L, M, N, O, P, Q, R, S, T, U,
second to the left of the one who sits
V, and W are sitting around a square table with
immediately left of U. The distance between R
a perimeter of 60m. One person sits at each
and T is the same as between T and S. V
corner and two persons sit at each side of the
neither sits adjacent to S nor T. The distance
table with equal distances between each other.
from the left of V to N is 5m more than the
All are facing the centre. All the information is
distance from the left of N to P. Neither P nor T
not necessarily in the same order. M sits 10m
sits adjacent to R and O.
away from W who sits at the corner of the
Who among the following person sits exactly
table. Q sits 15m right of M. The distance
between P and V when counted from the left of
between Q and O is 5m. The distance between
P?
M and O is the same as the distance between
(A) The one who sits second to the left of L
M and T. The distance between T and U is 5m
(B) O
more than the distance between W and
(C) The one who sits immediate right of U
Q(counted right of W). The one who sits
(D) Q
opposite to U sits second to the right of L. R sits
(E) None of these
second to the left of the one who sits
immediately left of U. The distance between R Q127 Study the following data carefully and answer
and T is the same as between T and S. V the questions accordingly.
much as L and X. Salary of R is more than T and Q139 Study the following data carefully and answer
D, but not as much as P and A. F’s salary is the questions accordingly.
lowest and the A’s salary is highest . Salary of
only Three people are more than X. Eight persons- P, Q, R, S, T, U, V and W are
(A) If the data in Statement II alone is sufficient attending the meeting the different dates viz-
to answer the question, while the data in either 16 or 27 of four different months viz-
Statement I alone is not sufficient to answer September, October, November and December
the question but not necessarily in the same order.
(B) If the data either in Statement I alone or in U attending the meeting on an odd date but
Statement II alone is sufficient to answer the not in the month which has less than 31 days.
question Only two persons were attending the meeting
(C) If the data in both the Statements I and II between U and P. Only one person attending
together are necessary to answer the the meeting between S and P. P attending
question before S. At most two persons are attending the
(D) If the data in Statement I alone is sufficient meeting after Q. V attending the meeting
to answer the question, while the data in immediately before W. R attending the meeting
Statement II alone is not sufficient to answer an odd numbered date. Only two persons are
the question attending the meeting between R and T. V
(E) If the data in both the Statements I and II attending the meeting two person after T. R is
together are not sufficient to answer the attending the meeting before T.
question
Which of the following person attending the
Q138 Study the following data carefully and answer
meeting two person after Q?
the questions accordingly.
(A) W (B) P
(C) Q (D) U
Eight persons- P, Q, R, S, T, U, V and W are
(E) S
attending the meeting the different dates viz-
either 16 or 27 of four different months viz- Q140 Study the following data carefully and answer
September, October, November and December the questions accordingly.
but not necessarily in the same order.
U attending the meeting on an odd date but Eight persons- P, Q, R, S, T, U, V and W are
not in the month which has less than 31 days. attending the meeting the different dates viz-
Only two persons were attending the meeting either 16 or 27 of four different months viz-
between U and P. Only one person attending September, October, November and December
the meeting between S and P. P attending but not necessarily in the same order.
before S. At most two persons are attending the U attending the meeting on an odd date but
meeting after Q. V attending the meeting not in the month which has less than 31 days.
immediately before W. R attending the meeting Only two persons were attending the meeting
an odd numbered date. Only two persons are between U and P. Only one person attending
attending the meeting between R and T. V the meeting between S and P. P attending
attending the meeting two person after T. R is before S. At most two persons are attending the
attending the meeting before T. meeting after Q. V attending the meeting
immediately before W. R attending the meeting
How many person are attending the meeting an odd numbered date. Only two persons are
between S and V? attending the meeting between R and T. V
(A) One (B) Four attending the meeting two person after T. R is
(C) Three (D) Five attending the meeting before T.
(E) None of these
Which of the following person attending the immediately before W. R attending the meeting
meeting immediately before V? an odd numbered date. Only two persons are
(A) S (B) U attending the meeting between R and T. V
(C) P (D) Q attending the meeting two person after T. R is
(E) None of these attending the meeting before T.
I. The real estate sector of China consumes a Statement: Should the Indian securities market
significant proportion of steel produced regulator SEBI allow the European securities
globally. market regulator to inspect Indian clearing
II. The real estate sector accounts for a corporations under a new pact?
considerable portion of China’s GDP growth. Arguments:
(A) Only I is implicit I. No, because inspection by overseas market
(B) Only II is implicit regulators may result in the Indian regulator
(C) Both I and II are implicit ceding regulatory ground to an authority that is
(D) Neither I nor II is implicit exercising extraterritorial jurisdiction over Indian
(E) Either I or II is implicit companies.
II. No, because this could set a precedent for
Q145 In making decisions about important
other countries to follow suit and demand the
questions, it is desirable to be able to
right to inspect Indian companies.
distinguish between strong arguments and
(A) Only I is strong
weak arguments in so far as they relate to the
(B) Only ll is strong
question. Strong arguments are those which
(C) Either l and ll are strong
are both important and directly related to the
(D) Neither l nor ll are Strong
question. Weak arguments are those which are
(E) Both l and ll are strong
of minor importance and also may not be
directly related to the question or may be Q147 Directions:In each of the following questions, a
related to a trivial aspect of the question. statement is followed by two conclusions. You
have to assume everything in the statement to
Statement: be true and then decide which of the two
My son really doesn't want to wear boy clothes. given conclusions logically followed beyond a
He prefers to wear girl clothes. The fashion reasonable doubt.
world has divided children into pink and blue.
Which of the following, if true, would weaken Statement: Eating protein makes up around
the argument? half of the animal byproducts (hair, skin, horns,
(A) There is a growing demand for different etc.). 45 per cent of these proteins can be
clothing for babies and toddlers too. isolated using a technique created by American
(B) People are differentiated on the idea that Chemist. To digest the soy protein, they
you have very masculine and very feminine employed an enzyme created in Japan.
things. Conclusions:
(C) There is a whole community out there of I. Enzyme development has not been successful
parents and kids who are struggling with in Americans.
pink and blue. II. The composition of animal byproduct
(D) The preference for neutral clothing is proteins is identical to that of soy protein.
unstirred irrespective of gender, age and (A) Only I
category. (B) Only II
(E) I'm really keen on the gender binary and the (C) Both follow
gender roles. (D) Either I or II
(E) Neither I nor II
Q146 Each question given below consists of a
statement, followed by two arguments Q148 Study the following data carefully and answer
numbered I and II. You have to decide which of the questions accordingly.
the arguments is a 'strong' argument and which
is a 'weak' argument. Eight members - Tony, Srikant, Raman, Love,
Chitra, Preeti, Koyal and Juhi consists of a
family of three generations such that there are
two married couples and four males. grandmother of both Chitra and Srikant. Raman
Love's brother is the father of both Chitra and has only two sons. Srikant is a male member.
Srikant and both are unmarried. Juhi is the
maternal aunt of Chitra. Raman is the father- How many daughters does Tony have?
in-law of Koyal who is a female. Preeti is the (A) One (B) Two
paternal grandmother of both Chitra and (C) Three (D) Four
Srikant. Raman has only two sons. Srikant is a (E) None
male member.
Q150 Study the following data carefully and answer
the questions accordingly.
How is Chitra related to Tony?
(A) Son (B) Daughter
Eight members - Tony, Srikant, Raman, Love,
(C) Father (D) Mother
Chitra, Preeti, Koyal and Juhi consists of a
(E) Wife
family of three generations such that there are
Q149 Study the following data carefully and answer two married couples and four males.Love's
the questions accordingly. brother is the father of both Chitra and Srikant
and both are unmarried. Juhi is the maternal
Eight members - Tony, Srikant, Raman, Love, aunt of Chitra. Raman is the father-in-law of
Chitra, Preeti, Koyal and Juhi consists of a Koyal who is a female. Preeti is the paternal
family of three generations such that there are grandmother of both Chitra and Srikant. Raman
two married couples and four males.Love's has only two sons. Srikant is a male member.
brother is the father of both Chitra and Srikant
and both are unmarried. Juhi is the maternal Who is the unmarried child of Preeti?
aunt of Chitra. Raman is the father-in-law of (A) Love (B) Tony
Koyal who is a female. Preeti is the paternal (C) Koyal (D) Chitra
(E) None of these
Answer Key
Q1 (C) Q34 (D)
The sentence states that if the US doesn't In the highlighted phrase, the subject “moon
handle the ongoing green card backlog, it risks land” is incorrect. The correct subject to use
losing qualified workers to its northern here is “moon landing”. Also, the use of the
neighbours and other nations. plural verb “underscore” for the singular subject
the highlighted phrase. It needs to be replaced Among the phrases, only phrases 1 and 3 can
with the verb “address”. So, only 1 and 3 can replace the highlighted phrase.
replace the highlighted phrase. Hence, option (B) is the correct answer.
The above sentence mentions that India is a elaborated therefore it is the next sentence of
great choice to help shape the global AI the sequence. The argument is justified in
regulatory framework due to its thriving statement D, therefore it is just continuing the
The position of the word “well” is incorrect in the one of the way to deal with the things and
highlighted phrase. Also, the gerund “playing” is therefore it must come next.
The sentence discusses the increasing chain of logical statements. Hence (b) is the
Q12 Text Solution: leadership where the manager has full control
If we go by the options, statement (B) should and makes decisions without much input from
begin the paragraph. There is a clear the team. The word "perceptive" implies being
connection between the sentences (B) and (A) insightful and understanding, which can inspire
[“empirical systems” in the sentence (B) and and motivate the team. Option (B) (lenient) and
“such systems” in the sentence (A)]. The (D) (indecisive) do not align with the idea of
sentence (C) concludes the paragraph in a inspiring and motivating the team. Therefore,
proper way. Thus, sentences in the sequence of Option (c) is the correct answer.
BADC form a coherent paragraph which is Q16 Text Solution:
about demand for development services in the The sentence describes a person who faces
educational institutions. Hence (a) is the correct setbacks and obstacles but continues to
choice. persevere until they achieve their goal. The
Q13 Text Solution: word "determined" fits the context perfectly,
The passage starts with a statement by Abigail meaning having a firm resolution or strong will.
Adams in light of women centric development Options (B), (C), and (D) do not convey the idea
and further draws attention to recent of persistence or determination. Therefore, the
movements in India including #MeToo and correct answer is Option (a).
Sabrimala protests. The writer further tries to Q17 Text Solution:
analyse the reasons for these movements and The question highlights the educational
mentions the declining inequality in education. institution's commitment to fostering creativity
He adds the usual scenes witnessed within and innovation, suggesting exceptional
towns and villages where mornings are outcomes in terms of graduates' achievements.
brightened with the women and girls dressed in Option (b) exemplary best represents this idea,
uniforms, walking to schools. Therefore, the indicating graduates who serve as outstanding
correct sequence formed after rearrangement examples, role models, or benchmarks of
will be: success. Hence, option (b) is the correct
BEDACF answer.
Q14 Text Solution: Q18. Text Solution:
The sentence talks about the impact of new The correct option is (c) because the main
technology revolutionising communication. The purpose of the Women’s Reservation Bill is to
word "Implementation" means putting address the gender imbalance in political
something into effect, which is not the most representation by reserving one-third of all
appropriate word in this context. seats in the Lok Sabha and state assemblies for
"Obsolescence" means the state of being women. The other options are incorrect as they
outdated or no longer in use, which does not fit misrepresent the bill's intent.
the context of revolutionising communication. Option (a) To discriminate against men in
"Adaptation" means the process of adjusting to politics - This is incorrect because the bill's
new circumstances, which is not the most purpose is not to discriminate against men but
appropriate word in this context. "Proliferation" to address gender imbalance.
means rapid increase or growth, which fits the Option (b) To reserve all political seats for
context of technology revolutionising women - This is incorrect as the bill aims to
communication. reserve one-third, not all, political seats for
Therefore, Option (d) is the correct answer. women.
Q15 Text Solution: Option (d) To eliminate all competition among
The sentence describes the manager's politicians - This is incorrect because the bill
leadership style and its impact on the team. does not aim to eliminate competition but
The word "autocratic" suggests a style of rather promote gender balance.
Option (a) Enthusiastic - This option is incorrect gender imbalance in Indian politics and the
because the author's tone in the passage is not proposed Women's Reservation Bill as a
enthusiastic but rather critical of the gender solution. The other options do not capture the
imbalance in politics. While the author supports main focus of the passage or provide
the Women's Reservation Bill, the overall tone is misleading information.
more concerned and critical than enthusiastic. Option (b) The Success of Women's Reservation
Option (b) Sceptical - This option is incorrect Bill - This option is incorrect because the
because the author is not sceptical about the passage primarily discusses the need for the
Women's Reservation Bill. The author argues in Women's Reservation Bill and the ongoing
favor of the bill as a solution to address gender gender disparity in Indian politics. While the bill
imbalance and criticizes the inaction of political is mentioned as a legislative remedy, the
parties. Scepticism would imply doubt or passage does not provide evidence of its
reservation, which is not the author's stance. success or implementation. The title suggests
Option (c) Indifferent - This option is incorrect an optimistic perspective that is not fully
because the author's tone is not indifferent. The supported by the passage's content. Option (c)
passage conveys a sense of concern and The Decline of Female Representation - This
urgency regarding the gender imbalance in option is incorrect because the passage does
politics and the need for action through the not focus on a decline in female representation.
Women's Reservation Bill. Option (d) Ambivalent Instead, it highlights the persistently low level of
- This option is incorrect because ambivalence female representation in Indian politics over the
suggests mixed feelings or uncertainty. The years and the need for intervention through the
author's tone is not ambivalent but rather clear Women's Reservation Bill. The title implies a
in advocating for the Women's Reservation Bill different narrative than what the passage
as a necessary remedy for gender inequality in presents. Option (d) India's Political Landscape
politics. - This option is incorrect because it is too broad
Q22. Text Solution: and does not capture the specific focus of the
The correct option is (a) because the primary passage, which is on the gender imbalance in
argument against the Women’s Reservation Bill, Indian politics and the proposed solution. The
as mentioned in the passage, is that it title does not provide enough context about
promotes fairness and merit-based the passage's content and could refer to a wide
The correct option is (a) Gender Disparity in can eliminate competition among politicians -
Politics. This title accurately reflects the central This option is incorrect because the passage
theme of the passage, which discusses the does not indicate that increased female
representation eliminates competition among made in the passage. It lacks the introductory
politicians. While it discusses the Women's element necessary for coherence.
Reservation Bill as a measure to address Option (c) DCBEA - This option starts with part
gender imbalance, it does not suggest that D, "Gender-based seat reservation is not,"
competition among politicians will cease. which is an incomplete and confusing
Option (d) It can increase gender bias in beginning for the sentence. It doesn't provide
decision-making - This option is incorrect the context or the counterargument needed to
because the passage actually suggests the understand the argument's progression.
opposite. It implies that increased female Option (d) CDEBA - This sequence starts with
representation can lead to more diverse part C, "the injustices women have historically
perspectives and priorities, which can help faced," which also lacks an introductory
reduce gender bias in decision-making. element to set up the counterargument. It
Q25. Text Solution: jumps into the discussion without the necessary
"E - However, this argument is untenable when not maintain a logical and coherent flow of
viewed in the context of the systemic exclusion thought in the sentence, which is crucial for
Q28 Text Solution: Option (a) is not correct because the passage
The correct option is (d). Both sentences 1 and 2 does not mention foreign investments and
are grammatically and contextually correct. In exports as key drivers of credit quality
the 3rd sentence, the word “product” is wrong in improvements.
this context. It should be “production” because Option (b) is not correct because while
the word "production" refers to the act of government stimulus packages can have an
making or manufacturing something, and the impact on the economy, the passage
sentence describes the use of these substances specifically attributes credit quality
in the manufacturing process. improvements to domestic consumption and
So, the corrected sentence would be: sector-specific investments.
“The protocol curbs the release of ozone- Option (d) is not correct because there is no
depleting substances that could disperse, but mention of decreased competition in the
does not ban their use in the production of passage as a driver of credit quality
other chemicals as raw materials or by- improvements.
products”. Option (e) is not correct because the passage
Option # (d) is correct as the 2nd sentence is manufacturing sector as a key driver of credit
The option (b) is the right answer. Both 1 and 2 rates and room rates in this context.
are grammatically and contextually correct. In Option (b) is not correct because while realty
3, we need to replace the word INSIGNIFICANT did show resilience, the passage does not
with the word SIGNIFICANT because mention a rebound in occupancy rates and
"insignificant" implies that the distribution rules room rates as the reason for credit upgrades in
companies making Covid-19 vaccines, which is Option (c) is not correct because the power
not the case. In reality, the distribution rules sector is discussed in a different context,
would have likely increased demand for the related to policy reforms, and not in terms of a
vaccines and thus increased the profits of these rebound in occupancy rates and room rates.
companies. Therefore, "significant" is a more Option (e) is not correct because the passage
appropriate word to use in this context. mentions the roads sector but does not
attribute credit upgrades to a rebound in
Q31. Text Solution:
occupancy rates and room rates in this sector.
The ICRA report highlights that the key drivers
of credit quality improvements in India Inc Q33. Text Solution:
during H1 FY2024 were robust domestic According to the passage, credit upgrades in
consumption and investments in specific the power sector during H1 FY2024 were led by
passage, making option (c) the correct answer. from power distribution companies, which were
cleared under the Late Payment Surcharge
(LPS) scheme. Therefore, option (c) is the correct Inc's improved credit quality in H1 FY2024. It
answer. highlights how various sectors, including
Option (a) is not correct because the passage hospitality, auto components, power, realty,
does not mention increased electricity roads, and financials, played a pivotal role in
consumption as a specific reason for credit driving credit quality improvements. Therefore,
upgrades. option (c) is the correct answer.
Option (b) is not correct because the passage Q36. Text Solution:
does not discuss the implementation of The tone of the author in the passage is best
renewable energy projects as a driver of credit described as "optimistic and encouraging."
upgrades in the power sector. Throughout the passage, the author highlights
Option (d) is not correct because the passage positive developments, such as the
does not mention government subsidies for strengthening of India Inc.'s credit quality, the
power distribution companies as a reason for resilience of various sectors, and the broader
credit upgrades. economic implications of these improvements.
Option (e) is not correct because the passage The author's language is generally positive and
does not attribute credit upgrades in the power forward-looking, suggesting optimism about
sector to improved power generation India's economic recovery and growth
technologies. prospects. Therefore, option (b) is the correct
Q34. Text Solution: answer.
According to the passage, the broader Option (a) is not correct because the author's
economic implications of India Inc's improved tone is not critical or skeptical but rather
credit quality in H1 FY2024 include enhanced positive and supportive of the developments
sectoral resilience. The passage mentions that discussed in the passage.
the sectoral diversity in credit quality Option (c) is not correct because the author's
improvements suggests that multiple segments tone is not indifferent or disinterested; it is
of the Indian economy are regaining strength. actively engaged in conveying the positive
Therefore, option (d) is the correct answer. aspects of the topic.
Option (a) is not correct because the passage Option (d) is not correct because the author's
discusses an improved investment climate as a tone is not pessimistic or cautious; it is
result of improved credit quality, not a optimistic about the economic recovery and
decreased investment climate. growth prospects.
Option (b) is not correct because the passage Option (e) is not correct because the author's
highlights job creation as a potential positive tone is not biased or subjective but rather
outcome of improved credit quality, not objective and based on the information
reduced job creation. presented in the passage.
Option (c) is not correct because the passage Q37. Text Solution:
suggests that improved credit quality The correct option to fill in the blank to
contributes to a faster economic recovery, not a complete the sentence is (a) "underscores the
slower one. overall improvement." In the passage, it is
Option (e) is not correct because the passage mentioned that the ICRA report reveals the
mentions that businesses with improved credit overall improvement in the credit quality of both
profiles are better positioned to access credit, investment-grade and non-investment-grade
indicating enhanced credit access, not limited categories. Therefore, option (a) accurately
access. represents the content of the passage.
900
of 9108 − 245 ÷ 3 =?
206 − 26 + 330 =?
185 + 15 = 200
180 + 330 =?
In place of 196, the correct series is 185.
? = 510
Q59. Text Solution:
Q52. Text Solution: 24, 25, 27, 30, 35, 39, 45
2156. 21 + 1245 ÷ 5. 99 =? + 154. 99 24 + 1 =25
2156 + 1245 ÷ 6 =? + 155
25 + 2 =27
2156 + 207 =? + 155
27 + 3 =30
? = 2363 − 155
30 + 4 =34
? = 2208
34 + 5 =39
Q53. Text Solution:
−−−− 1
39 + 6 = 45
√1445 × 24. 99 − of 400 =?
3 In place of 35 the correct series is 34.
38 × 25 − 133 =?
950 − 133 =?
Q60. Text Solution:
817 =? 15, 51, 95, 383, 1919, 11519
Q54. Text Solution:
1
12 % of 9107. 99 − 245. 04 ÷ 3. 024 =?
9
31 × 3 + 2 = 95
95 × 4 + 3 = 383
Q69. Text Solution:
383 × 5 + 4 = 1919 The number of shoes sold by Nike in January
1919 × 6 + 5 = 11519 and March together =45% of 560 + 60% of 350
In place of 51 the correct series is 31. =252 +210 =462
Q61. Text Solution: The number of shoes manufactured by Adidas
Required average in May and January together = 420 + 600 =1020
=
620 + 800 + 500 + 750 + 600
=
3270
= 654
Required ratio = 462 : 1020 =231: 510 =77: 170
5 5
750
× 100 = 72%
1420
=
71
77
The total candidates who got the desired post
Q63. Text Solution: in MNC R & T
17.5 100 –70 75 40
train A =
1 30 100 – 65 75 20
600 × (1 + ) = 700 + 24000 × × × ×
6 100 100 100 100
100 100
train B =
1
900 × (1 − ) = 800
9 = 378 + 378
Required ratio =700:800 =7: 8 = 756
Required % =
756
11
= 25
11
% MNC P
12.5 100 – 60 75 20
= 24000 × × × × =
Q65. Text Solution: 100 100 100 100
= 24000 ×
15
100
×
2
5
= 1440 One boy can complete the work in 1 day
Required percentage = 48
× 100 = 3
1
% working 1 hour a day = 300 ×3 =900 days.
1440 3
= 24000 ×
12.5
×
100 – 60
×
75
×
20
= One day 4 hours per day work of 21 boys =4 ×21
100 100 100 100
get 300
= 3
0.001a = 35 and,
17a − 25 = 2a + 50
Q77 Text Solution:
⇒ 15a = 75
Distance between his house and his office
⇒ a = 5
= 75 × 6 = 450 miles. The score of the top scorer =
One-third of the distance = miles.
450
= 150 17a = 17 × 5 = 85
3
54−x
Let total work = LCM of 36 and 48=144 units 90−x
× 4 = 1
units.
144
= = 4 3x = 126
36
48
= 3 units. x = 42
of 80 =32 x + y = 110..............II
The number of boys who did not get admission From eq. I Put the value of x in eq. II
=80-32=48 18 + y + y = 110
Total number of students who did not get 18 + 2y = 110
admission = 55 + 48 =103 2y = 110,
Required percentage y = 55
103
=
100+80
× 100 = 57. 22% Speed of the train A = 55 m/s
75
×
100
80
= 5000 voters Ramya’s present age = y
Q84 Text Solution: A.T.Q.
x−9 100
Let the selling price of article A be Rs 100x y−9
=
80
Cost price= =
100
100x ×
125
= Rs. 80x 9x + 36 = 10y + 40
ATQ, 9x – 10y – 4 = 0 ………(ii)
60x − 20x = 400 From equation (i) and (ii), we get –
⇒ x = 10 x = 22 and y = 19.4
Required profit = 20 × 10 = 200 Now, the maximum age of any child must be
Q85 Text Solution: less than 9 years (as she was married only 9
Let, the cost price of the book = Rs. x years ago).
ATQ, Hence, their age can be (2 : 3: 4) 4, 6, 8 years.
1.44x – 0.78x = 396 So, the maximum possible value for the present
⇒ 0.66x = 396 age of the family = 22 + 19.4 + (1 × 4 + 2 × 6 + 3 ×
⇒ x = 600 8) (because 1 child is 4 years old, the twins are 6
Marked price of the book = 145% of 600 = Rs. years old and the triplets are 8 years old)
870 = 22 + 19.4 + (4 + 12 + 24) = 81.4 years
48
= 30 m
x – y = 18 80 × 56
= 1250
7
× r
Q95. Text Solution:
22
⇒ 2 ×
7
× r = 132
Given the cost price of the mobile cover for
⇒ r = 21cm Pranav = the Selling price for Nitin
Quantity I = Area of circle
= Rs. 200
250
= × 100
cm2
22 2 22 2 22 125
= × r = × 21 = × 441
7 7 7 Using the data provided in Statement I, we get
= 1386
Cost price of cover for Nitin = 200 – 50 = Rs. 150
Quantity II:
Profit percentage of Nitin =
50 1
× 100 = 33 %
Quantity II = Area of square = 252 = 625 cm2 150 3
Quantity II = The required number of way = 9C6 Marks obtained by Baman in English = 475 -115-
×9C5 = 10584 125-80-70 = 85
Hence, Quantity I > Quantity II Total marks obtained by Chaman
5 × 80 = 400
Q94. Text Solution:
Let the length and breadth of the rectangle be
7x and 5x respectively
Using the data provided in Statement I, we get
Given, πr2 = 2464
r2 = 2464 × 7
22
r = 28 cm
Length of rectangle = 28 ×
3
= 42m
Required ratio = 80: 85 =16: 17
2
Breadth of rectangle = = 42
7
× 6 = 36 m Q97. Text Solution:
From I and II together,
2(l + b) – 4a = 28
The average marks obtained by Aman in all Required ratio = 40: 90 =4: 9
subjects = 90
Q100. Text Solution:
Total marks of Aman = 5 × 100 = 500
Marks obtained by Baman in English = 475 -115- The statements can be represented as:
125-80-70 = 85
Total marks obtained by Chaman
5 × 80 = 400
Two people attend the class between L and J, Q107. Text Solution:
who attend the class after L. J, K, L, M, N, O and P attend the classes in a
week starting from Monday to Sunday but not
necessarily in the same order. No two people
attend the same class on the same day. So, we
can draw a structure as;
The shortest distance between stationary shop · She buys an ice-cream and takes a right turn.
and MG Road is 10m. Hence, 'b' is the correct · She walks 8m in the same direction till MG
option. Road.
“Wonder am sun moon” is coded as “kf xt tp “Dull moon of space” is coded as “rl kg po nm”
kg” -----(1) -----(2)
“Dull fill the wonder” is coded as “rl dv qp kf”--- “Sun dull am room” is coded as “xt tp pm rl”---
--(4) --(3)
Wonder is coded as ‘kf’ “Dull fill the wonder” is coded as “rl dv qp kf”--
From statements (1) and (3), ---(4)
“Wonder am sun moon” is coded as “kf xt tp Dull is coded as ‘rl’
kg” -----(1) From statements (1) and (2),
“Sun dull am room” is coded as “xt tp pm rl”--- “Wonder am sun moon” is coded as “kf xt tp
--(3) kg” -----(1)
Am/Sun is coded as ‘tp/xt’ “Dull moon of space” is coded as “rl kg po nm” -
From statement (4), ----(2)
“Dull fill the wonder” is coded as “rl dv qp kf”-- Moon is coded as ‘kg’
---(4) From statements (1) and (4),
Fill/The is coded as ‘qp/dv’ “Wonder am sun moon” is coded as “kf xt tp
From statement (2), kg” -----(1)
“Dull moon of space” is coded as “rl kg po nm” - “Dull fill the wonder” is coded as “rl dv qp kf”---
----(2) --(4)
Of/Space is coded as ‘nm/po’ Wonder is coded as ‘kf’
From statement (3), From statements (1) and (3),
“Sun dull am room” is coded as “xt tp pm rl”--- “Wonder am sun moon” is coded as “kf xt tp
--(3) kg” -----(1)
Room is coded as ‘pm’ “Sun dull am room” is coded as “xt tp pm rl”---
--(3)
Following then final solution we can say that, Am/Sun is coded as ‘tp/xt’
room wonder is coded as kf pm. From statement (4),
Q121. Text Solution: “Dull fill the wonder” is coded as “rl dv qp kf”--
---(4)
Fill/The is coded as ‘qp/dv’
From statement (2),
“Dull moon of space” is coded as “rl kg po nm” -
----(2)
Of/Space is coded as ‘nm/po’
From statement (3),
“Sun dull am room” is coded as “xt tp pm rl”---
--(3)
Room is coded as ‘pm’
“Wonder am sun moon” is coded as “kf xt tp kg” Following then final solution we can say that,
-----(1) moon is coded as kg.
“Dull moon of space” is coded as “rl kg po nm” - Q122. Text Solution:
----(2)
“Sun dull am room” is coded as “xt tp pm rl”----
-(3)
“Dull fill the wonder” is coded as “rl dv qp kf”---
--(4)
From statements (2), (3) and (4)
Again we have,
The distance between Q and O is 5m. The R sitting second to the left of the one who sits
distance between M and O is the same as the immediate left of U. The distance between R
Again we have,
V neither sits adjacent to S nor T. The distance
from the left of V to N is five meters more than
the distance from the left of N to P. Neither P The distance between T and U is 5m more than
nor T sits adjacent to R and O. From the above the distance between W and Q(counted right
condition, case 2a gets eliminated. case1 shows of W). The one who sits opposite U sits second
the final Arrangement. to the right of L.
From the above condition, there are three
possibilities.
From I,
Box which contains Blue and violet are kept
together. Box which contains Blue is kept at a Total = 27
gap of three from box K, that means in case (1) Left + right = (13+ 21)-1
& case (2) box which contains Blue is kept just 34-1=33
below box which contains violet. Box L, which Persons between rahul and vivek => (33 -27)=
neither contains Blue nor contains violet, is kept 6th
at a gap of two from box X, that means in case Thus, from the statement I the position of Rahul
(1) box L is kept just below box U and case (2) is with respect to Vivek is sixth from the left end
not valid. From statement II,
A>L>R>X>P>T>D>F November-16 T
Thus, we get the final position of P and the no. November-27 Q
of persons more than P is 4. December-16 V
Hence, both the Statements I and II together December-27 W
are necessary to answer the question
Here the case-1 and case 2 are invalid and we attending the meeting before T and at most
consider the case-3. two persons are attending the meeting after Q.
Month Case-3 Here the case-1 and case 2 are invalid and we
September-16 P consider the case-3.
October-16 S September-16 P
October-27 U September-27 R
November-16 T October-16 S
November-27 Q/ October-27 U
December-16 V November-16 T
December-27 Q/ November-27 Q/
October-16 S September-16 P
October-27 U September-27 R
November-16 T October-16 S
November-27 Q October-27 U
December-16 V November-16 T
December-27 W November-27 Q
December-16 V
December-27 W
Q140 Text Solution:
U attending the meeting on an odd date but
not in the month which has less than 31 days. Q141 Text Solution:
Only two persons were attending the meeting U attending the meeting on an odd date but
between U and P. Only one person attending not in the month which has less than 31 days.
the meeting between S and P and P attending Only two persons were attending the meeting
before S. between U and P. Only one person attending
Month Case-1 Case-2 Case-3 the meeting between S and P and P attending
September-16 P before S.
October-16 S September-16 P
October-27 U U September-27
November-16 S P October-16 S
November-27 October-27 U U
December-16 P S November-16 S P
December-27 U November-27
attending the meeting two person after T. R is attending the meeting between R and T. V
attending the meeting before T and at most attending the meeting two person after T. R is
two persons are attending the meeting after Q. attending the meeting before T and at most
Here the case-1 and case 2 are invalid and we two persons are attending the meeting after Q.
consider the case-3. Here the case-1 and case 2 are invalid and we
Month Case-3 consider the case-3.
September-16 P Month Case-3
September-27 R September-16 P
October-16 S September-27 R
October-27 U October-16 S
November-16 T October-27 U
November-27 Q/ November-16 T
December-16 V November-27 Q/
December-27 Q/ December-16 V
V attending the meeting immediately before W. December-27 Q/
Here is the final arrangement. V attending the meeting immediately before W.
Month Person Here is the final arrangement.
September-16 P Month Person
September-27 R September-16 P
October-16 S September-27 R
October-27 U October-16 S
November-16 T October-27 U
November-27 Q November-16 T
December-16 V November-27 Q
December-27 W December-16 V
December-27 W
for steel manufacturers around the world. This proteins found in animal byproducts, or the
rests on the assumption that the Chinese real capacity to create enzymes, neither of the
estate sector consumes a considerable portion implications follows the statement.
of steel produced globally since a crisis in the
sector will affect steel manufacturers globally. I Q148 Text Solution:
follows. Thus, (a) is the right answer. Love's brother is the father of both Chitra and
II is incorrect as the statement does not throw Srikant and both are unmarried.
light on the contribution of different sectors to
the growth of China’s GDP.
Therefore -
Juhi is the maternal aunt of Chitra. Juhi is the maternal aunt of Chitra.
· Preeti is the paternal grandmother of both · Preeti is the paternal grandmother of both
Chitra and Srikant. Chitra and Srikant.
· Raman is the father-in-law of Koyal who is a · Raman is the father-in-law of Koyal who is a
female. female.
· Raman has only two sons. · Raman has only two sons.
Therefore - Therefore -