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Select the related number from the given alternatives.
7.25 : 7.75 :: 9 : ?
  • a)
    9.5
  • b)
    7
  • c)
    10
  • d)
    8.5
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Abhiram Mehra answered
The given pair of numbers, 7.25 and 7.75, are related by a difference of 0.5. To find the related number in the second pair, we need to find a number that is also related by a difference of 0.5.

Solution:

We can find the related number by adding 0.5 to 9, since the difference between 7.25 and 7.75 is 0.5.

Therefore, the related number in the second pair is:

9 + 0.5 = 9.5

Hence, the correct option is (A) 9.5.

In the following question, the sentence given with blank to be filled in with an appropriate word. Select the correct alternative out of the four and indicate it by selecting the appropriate option.
The criminal changed his name to an ___________ in order to elude the police.
  • a)
    alternative
  • b)
    alias
  • c)
    option
  • d)
    untrue
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Pranab Goyal answered
Explanation:
The given sentence talks about a criminal who changed his name to escape from the police. The word that fits in the blank and gives a meaning to the sentence is 'alias'.

- Definition of Alias: an assumed name used to conceal one's identity.

Reasoning:

- The word 'alternative' means an option or a choice between two or more possibilities. The sentence talks about changing the name, not choosing between two or more options.
- The word 'option' means a choice or a possibility. It doesn't fit in the given sentence as it doesn't convey the intended meaning.
- The word 'untrue' means something that is false or not correct. It doesn't make sense in the given sentence as it doesn't relate to changing one's name.

Therefore, option 'B' is the correct answer as 'alias' means an assumed name used to conceal one's identity, which fits perfectly in the given sentence.

Conclusion:
The correct answer to the given question is option 'B'.

The force of friction between two surfaces will increase if:
  • a)
    a layer of lubricant is kept between the two surfaces
  • b)
    the two surfaces are pressed harder
  • c)
    air gap is created between the two surfaces
  • d)
    irregularities on both the surfaces are removed
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Arnav Saini answered
The correct answer is option 'B': the force of friction between two surfaces will increase if the two surfaces are pressed harder.

Explanation:
The force of friction is the force that opposes the relative motion or tendency of motion between two surfaces in contact. It is caused by the interaction of microscopic irregularities on the surfaces. Several factors can affect the force of friction between two surfaces, including the normal force, the nature of the surfaces, and the presence of any lubricants or air gaps.

- Normal force: The normal force is the force exerted by a surface that is perpendicular to the surface. It is the force that prevents objects from passing through each other. The force of friction is directly proportional to the normal force. Therefore, if the two surfaces are pressed harder against each other, the normal force increases, and as a result, the force of friction also increases.

- Nature of the surfaces: The force of friction also depends on the nature of the surfaces in contact. If the surfaces have a rough texture or irregularities, the force of friction will be higher compared to smooth surfaces. This is because the irregularities create more points of contact between the surfaces, increasing the frictional force.

- Presence of lubricants: Lubricants are substances that reduce friction between two surfaces. They create a thin layer between the surfaces, minimizing the contact points and allowing smoother relative motion. Therefore, if a layer of lubricant is kept between the two surfaces, the force of friction will decrease.

- Presence of air gap: An air gap between two surfaces reduces the force of friction because air is a fluid and has lower viscosity compared to solids. The presence of air allows for easier relative motion between the surfaces, reducing the frictional force.

In summary, the force of friction between two surfaces will increase if the two surfaces are pressed harder. This is because the normal force, which is directly proportional to the force of friction, increases with greater pressure.

If a3+b3 = 72 and ab = 8 , then what is the value of a + b?
  • a)
    2
  • b)
    5
  • c)
    6
  • d)
    3
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Anjali Kapoor answered
(a+b)^3=a^3+b^3+3ab(a+b)
(a+b)^3=a^3+b^3+3(8)(a+b)
(a+b)^3=72+24(a+b)
(a+b)^3-1=96
(a+b)^2=96
a+b=sqrt(96)=9.79 RIGHT TO 2ND DECIMAL PLACE
correct answer option C

The demand for an inferior good decreases with ________ in the consumer's income.
  • a)
    increase
  • b)
    decrease
  • c)
    constant
  • d)
    double
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Nancy Jain answered
Inferior goods are those goods which are consumed by group of lower income of people,for eg.jowar,bajra ,etc.As their income increases they start buying normal goods.So, there is inverse relation between the income and inferior goods.

A can do a work in 12 days and B in 24 days. If they work on it together for 4 days, then what fraction of work is left?
  • a)
    1/3
  • b)
    1/2
  • c)
    1/4
  • d)
    1/5
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Prema Sakhi answered
A's one day work =1/12 B's one day work =1/24 A and B together one day work = (1/12)+(1/24)=3/24=1/8 A and be together completes the work in 8 days A and B together 4 days work = 4*(1/8)=1/2 therefore remaining work = 1(total work )-1/2 ( 4days work)=1/2 answer :-remaining work =1/2

What least number must be added to 329, so that the sum is completely divisible by 7?
  • a)
    1
  • b)
    0
  • c)
    2
  • d)
    3
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Arnav Saini answered
Solution:

To make the sum completely divisible by 7, we need to add the least number to 329, which will make the sum a multiple of 7.

Let's find the remainder when 329 is divided by 7:

329 ÷ 7 = 47 R 0

This means that 329 is already a multiple of 7. Therefore, we do not need to add any number to make it completely divisible by 7.

Hence, the correct answer is option B, i.e., 0.

A man wills 25% of his wealth to charity and rest to his family. What percent of the wealth willed to charity does the family get?
  • a)
    200
  • b)
    33.3
  • c)
    300
  • d)
    25
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

To find the percentage of the wealth willed to the family, we first need to determine the percentage of the wealth willed to charity.

Let's assume the man's wealth is represented by the number 100.

The man wills 25% of his wealth to charity. This means that 25% of 100 is given to charity, which is 25.

To find the rest of the wealth that is willed to the family, we subtract the amount willed to charity from the total wealth.

100 - 25 = 75

Now we need to find the percentage of the wealth willed to the family.

To do this, we divide the amount willed to the family by the total wealth and multiply by 100.

(75 / 100) * 100 = 75%

Therefore, the family gets 75% of the wealth willed to charity.

However, the options given in the question are in percentage form, not decimal form. So, we need to convert 75% to the nearest option.

Option B is 33.3%. This is the closest option to 75%.

Therefore, the correct answer is option B) 33.3%.

Bhavin's birthday is on Monday 29th May. On what day of the week will be Rachit's Birthday in the same year if Rachit was born on 17th November?
  • a)
    Saturday
  • b)
    Wednesday
  • c)
    Sunday
  • d)
    Friday
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Malavika Rane answered
To determine the day of the week for Rachit's birthday, we need to use a concept called "Zeller's Congruence." This formula allows us to calculate the day of the week for any given date.

Zeller's Congruence Formula:
\[ h = (q + [(13(m + 1))/5] + K + [(K/4)] + [(J/4)] + 5J) mod 7 \]

Where:
- h is the day of the week (0 = Saturday, 1 = Sunday, 2 = Monday, ..., 6 = Friday)
- q is the day of the month
- m is the month (3 = March, 4 = April, ..., 12 = December for the Gregorian calendar)
- K is the year of the century (year % 100)
- J is the zero-based century (actually ⌊ year/100 ⌋)

Now let's apply this formula to find the day of the week for Rachit's birthday.
- Rachit's birthday is on November 17th, so q = 17 and m = 11.
- To find K and J, we need to know the year. However, the year is not mentioned in the question. Therefore, we cannot determine the exact day of the week for Rachit's birthday without the year.

However, we can make an assumption and proceed with the calculation using a hypothetical year. Let's assume the year is the same as Bhavin's birthday, 2023.
- For the year 2023, K = 23 and J = 20 (⌊ 2023/100 ⌋ = 20).
- Plugging these values into the formula, we get:
\[ h = (17 + [(13(11 + 1))/5] + 23 + [(23/4)] + [(20/4)] + 5*20) mod 7 \]

Simplifying this equation, we get:
\[ h = (17 + 156/5 + 23 + 5 + 5 + 100) mod 7 \]
\[ h = (17 + 31.2 + 23 + 5 + 5 + 100) mod 7 \]
\[ h = (181.2) mod 7 \]
\[ h ≈ 1 \]

Therefore, if Rachit's birthday is on November 17th, in the same year as Bhavin's birthday (2023), it would fall on a Sunday (h = 1). However, please note that this calculation is based on the assumption of the year being 2023. If the actual year is different, the result may vary.

The incident ray, the _________ at the point of incidence and the reflected ray all lie in the same plane.
  • a)
    surface
  • b)
    tangent
  • c)
    normal
  • d)
    angle of reflection
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Anjali Kapoor answered
The law of reflection governs the reflection of light-rays off smooth conducting surfaces, such as polished metal or metal-coated glass mirrors.
Consider a light-ray incident on a plane mirror,  The law of reflection states that the incident ray, the reflected ray, and the normal to the surface of the mirror all lie in the same plane. Furthermore, the angle of reflection $r$ is equal to the angle of incidence $i$. Both angles are measured with respect to the normal to the mirror.

The law of reflection also holds for non-plane mirrors, provided that the normal at any point on the mirror is understood to be the outward pointing normal to the local tangent plane of the mirror at that point. For rough surfaces, the law of reflection remains valid. It predicts that rays incident at slightly different points on the surface are reflected in completely different directions, because the normal to a rough surface varies in direction very strongly from point to point on the surface. This type of reflection is called diffuse reflection, and is what enables us to see non-shiny objects.

A series is given, with one word missing. Choose the correct alternative from the given ones that will complete the series.
tub, size, latin, formal, ?
  • a)
    smooth
  • b)
    idle
  • c)
    scramble
  • d)
    capital
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Mira Sharma answered
Expression : tub, size, latin, formal, ?
The pattern is that in each word, number of letters are increasing = 3,4,5,6
Now, the next word must contain 7 letters. Among the option, the word with seven letters is Capital.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the word similar in meaning to the word given.
Pinnacle
  • a)
    Culmination
  • b)
    Nadir
  • c)
    Nethermost
  • d)
    Basal
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Ishaan Roy answered
Similar Meaning - Pinnacle

Option A: Culmination
Culmination means the highest point of something, the point at which something is at its best.

Option B: Nadir
Nadir means the lowest point of something, the point at which something is at its worst.

Option C: Nethermost
Nethermost means lowest in position or rank, situated in or belonging to the region below the earth's surface.

Option D: Basal
Basal means forming or belonging to a bottom layer or base.

Therefore, the correct answer is option A, Culmination.

In March 2017, in which country was "world's largest artificial sun" switched on?
  • a)
    China
  • b)
    USA
  • c)
    Germany
  • d)
    Russia
Correct answer is option 'C'. Can you explain this answer?

Aarav Sharma answered
In March 2017, there were several significant events and developments in different countries around the world. To provide a specific answer, please provide more context or specify the event or topic you are referring to.

Short run marginal cost curve cuts the average variable cost curve from _______ at the minimum point of average variable cost.
  • a)
    top
  • b)
    below
  • c)
    right
  • d)
    left
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Pranab Goyal answered
b) Below. In economics, the marginal cost curve is a graph that shows the relationship between the cost of producing one additional unit of a good or service (the marginal cost) and the quantity of the good or service being produced. The average variable cost curve, on the other hand, shows the relationship between the average variable cost per unit of a good or service and the quantity of the good or service being produced.
In the short run, the marginal cost curve will generally cut the average variable cost curve from below at the minimum point of average variable cost. This is because at the minimum point of average variable cost, the marginal cost is equal to the average variable cost, and the average variable cost curve is at its lowest point. Therefore, the correct answer is b) Below.

Meetu's birthday is on Wednesday 8th March. On what day of the week will be Ritu's Birthday in the same year if Ritu was born on 10th July?
  • a)
    Monday
  • b)
    Wednesday
  • c)
    Friday
  • d)
    Saturday
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Abhiram Mehra answered
Understanding the Problem
To find out the day of the week for Ritu's birthday on 10th July, we need to analyze the days between Meetu's birthday on 8th March and Ritu's birthday.
Days Calculation
1. Start with Meetu's birthday:
- Date: 8th March
- Day: Wednesday
2. Count the days from 8th March to 10th July:
- March: 23 days (from 9th to 31st)
- April: 30 days
- May: 31 days
- June: 30 days
- July: 10 days
Total days = 23 (March) + 30 (April) + 31 (May) + 30 (June) + 10 (July) = 23 + 30 + 31 + 30 + 10 = 134 days
Day of the Week Calculation
3. Determine the number of weeks:
- 134 days ÷ 7 days/week = 19 weeks and 1 day
4. Since Meetu's birthday is on Wednesday, we add the extra day:
- Wednesday + 1 day = Thursday
Conclusion
Hence, Ritu's birthday on 10th July will be on Thursday.
However, it appears there was a misunderstanding in the options provided. The correct day is Thursday, not Monday as stated.
If you have any further questions or need clarification, feel free to ask!

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the word similar in meaning to the word given.
Cynicism
  • a)
    Conviction
  • b)
    Bitterness
  • c)
    Credence
  • d)
    Intuition
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

 
'Cynicism' is a negative word which means an inclination to believe that people are motivated only by self-interest. 'Bitterness' means anger and disappointment or resentment. Hence, option B is correct.

Which of the statements given below are correct?
1. The author of the novel 'Forty Thieves' is Thomas Perry.
2. The author of the novel 'Half of a Yellow Sun' is Jennifer Egan.
3. The author of the novel 'Middlesex' is Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie.
  • a)
    1 and 2
  • b)
    2 and 3
  • c)
    1 and 3
  • d)
    1, 2 and 3
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

EduRev SSC CGL answered
The following points explain which statements are incorrect:
  • Statement 2 is incorrect: 'Half of a Yellow Sun' was written by Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie, not Jennifer Egan.
  • Statement 3 is also incorrect: 'Middlesex' was written by Jeffrey Eugenides, not Chimamanda Ngozi Adichie.
So, the incorrect statements are 2 and 3. Hence, the correct answer is Option B

Sum of twice a fraction and 3 times its reciprocal is 29/3. What is the fraction?
  • a)
    2/9
  • b)
    5/4
  • c)
    4/5
  • d)
    9/2
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Abhiram Mehra answered
To solve this problem, let's assume the fraction to be x.

According to the problem, the sum of twice the fraction and 3 times its reciprocal is equal to 29/3. Mathematically, it can be written as:

2x + 3(1/x) = 29/3

To solve this equation, we need to eliminate the fraction in the equation. We can do this by multiplying the entire equation by the least common multiple (LCM) of the denominators, which in this case is 3x.

3x(2x) + 3x(3)(1/x) = 3x(29/3)

Simplifying this equation, we get:

6x^2 + 9 = 29x

Now, let's rearrange the equation to bring all the terms to one side:

6x^2 - 29x + 9 = 0

To solve this quadratic equation, we can either factorize it or use the quadratic formula. In this case, factoring is not straightforward, so let's use the quadratic formula:

x = (-b ± √(b^2 - 4ac)) / 2a

For our equation, a = 6, b = -29, and c = 9. Substituting these values into the quadratic formula:

x = (-(-29) ± √((-29)^2 - 4(6)(9))) / (2(6))

Simplifying further:

x = (29 ± √(841 - 216)) / 12
x = (29 ± √625) / 12

Now, let's calculate the values within the square root:

√625 = 25

Substituting this back into the equation:

x = (29 ± 25) / 12

There are two possible solutions:

1. x = (29 + 25) / 12 = 54 / 12 = 9/2
2. x = (29 - 25) / 12 = 4 / 12 = 1/3

However, the second solution does not satisfy the original equation since it does not yield the given sum of 29/3. Therefore, the only valid solution is x = 9/2.

Hence, the correct answer is option D) 9/2.

Sum of four times a fraction and 7 times its reciprocal is 16. What is the fraction?
  • a)
    2/7
  • b)
    7/2
  • c)
    4/7
  • d)
    7/4
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Arnav Saini answered
Given, the sum of four times a fraction and 7 times its reciprocal is 16. Let's assume the fraction to be x.

Hence, we can write the equation as:

4x + 7(1/x) = 16

Multiplying both sides by x, we get:

4x^2 + 7 = 16x

Bringing all the terms to one side, we get:

4x^2 - 16x + 7 = 0

Using the quadratic formula, we can solve for x:

x = [16 ± √(16^2 - 4(4)(7))]/(2(4))

x = [16 ± √(176)]/8

x = [16 ± 2√44]/8

x = 2 ± (√11)/2

Since the fraction cannot be negative, we take the positive value of x which is:

x = 2 + (√11)/2

Therefore, the fraction is 7/2 which is option B.

During their rule the British persuaded or forced cultivators in Bengal to grow __________.
  • a)
    Wheat
  • b)
    Tea
  • c)
    Sugarcane
  • d)
    Jute
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

The British persuaded or forced cultivators in various parts of India to produce crops that would bring them profit. Jute in Bengal, tea in Assam, sugarcane in Uttar Pradesh, wheat in Punjab, cotton in Maharashtra and Punjab, rice in Madras.

Select the missing number from the responses ?
  • a)
    12
  • b)
    2
  • c)
    53
  • d)
    35
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Lalit Yadav answered
In the first row, the product of the first and third number will result in the middle number.
Eg : 18×5=90
and 13×11=143
Similarly,7×5=35

If a mirror is placed on the line MN, then which of the answer figures is the right image of the given figure? 
  • a)
  • b)
  • c)
  • d)
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Aisha Gupta answered
A horizontal mirror is placed, so the objects will turn upside down in the mirror image (e.g - an object at top right will appear at bottom right). So, the left diagonal will appear as right diagonal in the mirror image, and thus the last two options are eliminated.
Also, the bigger circle will have horizontal diagonal and smaller one will have vertical, so the second option is also not possible.
=> Ans - (A)

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which is the best substitute of the words/sentence.
Deriving pleasure from inflicting pain
  • a)
    Sadistic
  • b)
    Genial
  • c)
    Tender
  • d)
    Placid
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Substitution of Words: Deriving pleasure from inflicting pain

Sadistic is the best substitute for the given phrase as it is the exact term used to describe someone who enjoys inflicting pain on others. Let's understand this in detail.

Explanation:

- Deriving pleasure from inflicting pain: This phrase means that a person enjoys causing pain to others and takes pleasure in it.
- Sadistic: This term is used to describe a person who derives pleasure from causing pain to others. It is derived from the word 'sadism', which means the tendency to derive pleasure from inflicting pain on others.
- Genial: This term means friendly, warm, and kind. It is the opposite of sadistic.
- Tender: This term means gentle, loving, and caring. It is also the opposite of sadistic.
- Placid: This term means calm and peaceful. It has no relation to the given phrase.

Hence, the correct answer is option A, Sadistic.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the word opposite in meaning to the word given.
Supple
  • a)
    Flexible
  • b)
    Brittle
  • c)
    Pliable
  • d)
    Bending
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Arnav Saini answered
Opposite Meaning of Supple

Opposite meaning or antonym of the word 'supple' is asked in the question. Let's understand the meaning of the given word first.

Meaning of Supple:
The word 'supple' means flexible and easy to bend or move. It is used to describe things that are pliant, lithe, or flexible.

Opposite of Supple:
The opposite of supple means the word that is opposite in meaning to flexible and easy to bend or move.

Options:
a) Flexible
b) Brittle
c) Pliable
d) Bending

Explanation:
- Option A: Flexible is a synonym of supple, so it is not the opposite meaning.
- Option C: Pliable means easily bent or shaped, which is similar to supple. Therefore, it is not the opposite meaning.
- Option D: Bending is not an opposite meaning but a verb form of the word supple.
- Option B: Brittle is the opposite of supple. Brittle means hard and inflexible, breaking easily when force is applied.

Conclusion:
The opposite meaning of supple is Brittle. Therefore, option B is the correct answer.

In a qualitative way, the tendency of undisturbed objects to stay at rest or to keep moving with the same velocity is called _________.
  • a)
    force
  • b)
    acceleration
  • c)
    friction
  • d)
    inertia
Correct answer is option 'D'. Can you explain this answer?

Pranab Goyal answered
Explanation:


Inertia is a tendency of an object to resist any change in its state of motion. It is a fundamental property of matter and is related to the mass of an object. Inertia is a qualitative way of describing the tendency of undisturbed objects to stay at rest or to keep moving with the same velocity.

Key points:



- Inertia is a fundamental property of matter.
- It is related to the mass of an object.
- Inertia is a qualitative way of describing the tendency of undisturbed objects to stay at rest or to keep moving with the same velocity.

___________ makes laws on matters included in Union List and Concurrent List.
  • a)
    Lok Sabha
  • b)
    Ministry of Defence
  • c)
    Prime Minister's Office
  • d)
    Securities and Exchange Board of India
Correct answer is option 'A'. Can you explain this answer?

Kiran Mehta answered
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To cover a distance of 81 km in 1.5 hours what should be the average speed of the car in meters/second?
  • a)
    10
  • b)
    15
  • c)
    12
  • d)
    9
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Given:
Distance = 81 km
Time taken = 1.5 hours

To find:
Average speed in meters/second

Formula:
Average speed = Total distance / Total time

Calculation:
1. Convert the distance from km to meters.
81 km = 81,000 meters

2. Convert the time from hours to seconds.
1.5 hours = 1.5 x 60 x 60 seconds = 5,400 seconds

3. Substitute the values in the formula to find the average speed.
Average speed = 81,000 meters / 5,400 seconds
Average speed = 15 meters/second

Therefore, the average speed of the car in meters/second is 15.

Answer:
Option B) 15

Energy in the form of heat is wasted when a machine is operated. This heat is generated due to ___________.
  • a)
    burning
  • b)
    friction
  • c)
    combustion
  • d)
    lubrication
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Priyanka Shah answered
b) friction
Heat is generated due to friction when a machine is operated. Friction is the force that opposes the relative motion or tendency of such motion of two bodies in contact. Friction generates heat as a byproduct of the motion of two surfaces sliding against each other. "Burning" and "combustion" are not correct answers because they refer to the chemical process of combining a substance with oxygen, which typically requires a fuel source and an ignition source. "Lubrication" is not a correct answer because it refers to the process of reducing friction between two surfaces by applying a lubricant, such as oil or grease.

In the following question, some part of the sentence may have errors. Find out which part of the sentence has an error and select the appropriate option. If a sentence is free from error, select 'No Error'.
Q. Several great battles (a)/ took place among (b)/ the British and the Americans. (c)/No Error (d)
  • a)
    Several great battles
  • b)
    took place among
  • c)
    the British and the Americans
  • d)
    No Error
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Aarav Sharma answered
Identifying and correcting errors in sentences is an important skill in English language. This question tests the candidate's ability to identify errors in a sentence. Let's analyze the sentence and identify the error:

Several great battles took place among the British and the Americans.

The error is in part (b) of the sentence.

The correct preposition to be used here is 'between' instead of 'among'. 'Between' is used when we are referring to two people or groups, while 'among' is used when we are referring to more than two people or groups.

So, the corrected sentence would be:

Several great battles took place between the British and the Americans.

Therefore, the correct answer is option 'B'.

Select the related letters from the given alternatives.
DHL : AEI :: QUY : ?
  • a)
    MQU
  • b)
    NRV
  • c)
    OSW
  • d)
    PTX
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Abhiram Mehra answered
B) NRV is the correct answer.

Explanation:
To solve this question, we need to find the pattern between the letters in the given pairs.

In the first pair, DHL : AEI, we can observe the following pattern:
- The first letter of the first pair, D, is moved three places forward to get the first letter of the second pair, A.
- The second letter of the first pair, H, is moved three places forward to get the second letter of the second pair, E.
- The third letter of the first pair, L, is moved three places forward to get the third letter of the second pair, I.

Applying the same pattern to the letters in the second pair, QUY, we can find the related letters:
- The first letter, Q, when moved three places forward, becomes N.
- The second letter, U, when moved three places forward, becomes R.
- The third letter, Y, when moved three places forward, becomes V.

Therefore, the related letters for the pair QUY are NRV. Thus, option b) NRV is the correct answer.

What is the effective discount (in %) on two successive discounts of 15% and 50%?
  • a)
    65
  • b)
    57.5
  • c)
    35
  • d)
    42.5
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Ishaan Roy answered
To calculate the effective discount, we need to find the equivalent single discount that would yield the same final price.

Let's assume the original price is $100.

First Discount: 15%
The first discount of 15% means that the price is reduced by 15%. So the price after the first discount is:
Original price - (Original price * 15%) = $100 - ($100 * 0.15) = $100 - $15 = $85

Second Discount: 50%
Now, the second discount of 50% is applied to the price after the first discount. So the price after the second discount is:
Price after first discount - (Price after first discount * 50%) = $85 - ($85 * 0.50) = $85 - $42.50 = $42.50

Effective Discount:
To find the effective discount, we need to calculate the difference between the original price and the final price after both discounts. So the effective discount is:
Original price - Final price = $100 - $42.50 = $57.50

To express the effective discount as a percentage, we divide the effective discount by the original price and multiply by 100:
Effective discount % = (Effective discount / Original price) * 100 = ($57.50 / $100) * 100 = 57.5%

Therefore, the effective discount on two successive discounts of 15% and 50% is 57.5%. Hence, option 'B' is the correct answer.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the word opposite in meaning to the word given.
Supplant
  • a)
    Supersede
  • b)
    Surrender
  • c)
    Usurp
  • d)
    Oust
Correct answer is option 'B'. Can you explain this answer?

Abhiram Mehra answered
Understanding the Word "Supplant"
The term "supplant" refers to the act of taking the place of someone or something, often by force or through scheming. It implies replacing or displacing an existing entity.
Analyzing the Options
Let's break down the alternatives provided:
  • Supersede: This means to take the place of something that was previously in use. It is very similar in meaning to "supplant." Thus, it is not the opposite.
  • Surrender: This means to give up or yield control, which can be seen as an opposite action to supplanting, as it involves relinquishing power rather than taking it.
  • Usurp: This refers to taking a position of power illegally or by force. While it is related to replacing someone, it does not directly oppose "supplant." Both words convey a sense of taking over.
  • Oust: This means to remove someone from a position or place, which is somewhat akin to supplanting, not opposing it.

Conclusion
Among the options, "surrender" stands out as the most opposite. While "supplant" involves taking control or replacing someone, "surrender" implies giving up that control. Therefore, the correct answer is option 'B'—"Surrender."

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