SEBI Grade A (IT) Mock Test - 4 - Bank Exams MCQ

The correct answer is Cillian Murphy

In News

• Cillian Murphy adds another award to his collection for his exceptional performance in 'Oppenheimer', winning the Best Actor award at the 21st Irish Film and TV Academy Awards.

Key Points

• His portrayal of J. Robert Oppenheimer in Christopher Nolan's film has garnered widespread acclaim, earning him recognition at prestigious events such as BAFTA and the Oscars in 2024.
• The awards ceremony, hosted by Baz Ashmawy at the Dublin Royal Convention Centre, celebrated excellence in Irish cinema and television, honoring both established talents and emerging stars.
• Murphy is set to reprise his iconic role of Tommy Shelby in the 'Peaky Blinders' film, confirming his return during a conversation with 'Peaky Blinders' creator Steven Knight.
• 'Peaky Blinders' gained immense popularity after arriving on Netflix, with Murphy's performance as Tommy Shelby earning widespread acclaim.
• Additionally, Murphy will star in and produce 'Blood Runs Coal', an adaptation of the non-fiction book about the Yablonski Murders and the Battle for the United Mine Workers of America, with Universal acquiring the rights to the book.

The correct answer is Copilot+ PCs

In News

• Microsoft introduced a new category of personal computers called “Copilot+” PCs, which integrate advanced AI features.
• The PCs will be manufactured and sold by various companies, including Acer and Asustek Computer.
• Standalone AI Processing: The new PCs can handle more AI tasks without relying on cloud data centers.
• "Recall" Feature: This function tracks all activities on the computer, from web browsing to voice chats, allowing users to search and retrieve past actions.
• Voice Assistant Integration: Demonstrations included the Copilot voice assistant acting as a real-time virtual coach for games like “Minecraft.”
• Microsoft expects 50 million AI PCs to be sold in the next year, which could account for about one-fifth of all PC sales, given last year’s global shipment of 242 million PCs.

The correct answer is 1, 2, and 3.

In News

• The market capitalization of companies listed on BSE has crossed $5 trillion for the first time.
• Currently, only four stock markets in the world are in the $5-trillion-plus club.
• The surge in market capitalization was primarily driven by a surge in broader market indices.

Key Points

• The market capitalization of companies listed on BSE has crossed $5 trillion for the first time.
• Only four stock markets the world over are in the $5-trillion-plus club, namely, the USA, China, Japan, and Hong Kong.
• The surge in the market capitalization of Indian equities was primarily driven by a surge in broader market indices.
• India's market capitalization has risen nearly 12%, while for the US it has gone up by 10%, and Hong Kong's has risen 16%.

Additional Information

• Market capitalization
  • Only four stock markets are in the $5-trillion-plus club: USA, China, Japan, and Hong Kong.
  • The surge was driven by a rise in broader market indices.

• The State Bank of India (SBI) announced it has become the first bank to be a trading-cum-clearing member at the India International Bullion Exchange (IIBX) in GIFT City, Gandhinagar.

• This development enables SBI’s IFSC (International Financial Services Centre) Banking Unit (IBU) to engage in trading on the IIBX platform.
• The Reserve Bank of India (RBI) had recently allowed IFSC Banking Units (IBUs) to serve as trading members and both trading and clearing members at IIBX, under the special category clients (SCCs) for importing gold via the bullion exchange.
• This integration is expected to enhance the trading volumes of gold and silver at the IIBX.
• According to SBI Chairman, Dinesh Khara, this move will bring about transparency, efficiency, and greater accessibility to the bullion trading market in India, epitomizing SBI's commitment towards innovation and excellence in the financial sector.

Additional Information

• SBI Foundation: Established in 1806, the State Bank of India is the oldest commercial bank on the Indian subcontinent, originating as the Bank of Calcutta.
• Merger History: Over its 200-year history, SBI has grown through the merger and acquisition of more than twenty banks, leading to its current status as the largest bank in India.
• Public Sector Leadership: As a public sector bank, SBI holds the largest market share in India, with 23% by assets and a 25% share of the total loan and deposits market.
• Global Ranking: Ranked 221st in the 2020 Fortune Global 500 list, SBI is the 45th largest bank in the world by total assets, showcasing its global prominence.
• DSIB Status: Recognized as a Domestic Systemically Important Bank (D-SIB) by the RBI, indicating its critical importance to the stability of India’s financial system.
• Market Capitalisation Milestones: Achieved a historic ₹5 lakh crore market capitalisation in September 2022 and surpassed ₹6 lakh crore in February 2024.
• Dedicated Branch for Startups: In 2022, SBI launched its first dedicated branch for startups in Bengaluru, supporting India's innovative ecosystem.
• Logo and Branding: The National Institute of Design, Ahmedabad, created the iconic SBI logo in 1971, symbolizing strength and reliability.

• International Day for Biological Diversity: 22nd May.

• The theme for the International Day for Biological Diversity 2024 is "Be Part of the Plan."
• This theme emphasizes the collective effort required from governments, indigenous peoples, local communities, NGOs, lawmakers, businesses, and individuals.
• It encourages these groups to demonstrate their support and actions toward implementing the Biodiversity Plan.
• The chosen theme highlights the importance of collaborative action in preserving biodiversity, which supports ecosystems that are crucial for human well-being and the health of our planet.
• The International Day for Biological Diversity was established by the Second Committee of the UN General Assembly in 1993.
• The International Day for Biological Diversity is aligned with the UN Post-2015 Development Agenda's Sustainable Development Goals, addressing a broad range of global issues.
• May 22 commemorates the adoption of the Convention at the Rio de Janeiro Earth Summit in 1992.

The correct answer is hostility.

Key Points

• The given passage is about Indian Financial System.
• The given word backing means help or support.
• In option 5, hostility means unfriendliness or opposition.
• So, '​hostility' is the most appropriate antonym.

Additional Information

Let us see the meanings of the other words:

The correct answer is 'C.'

Key Points

• The correct sequence of the segments after rearrangement is AECBD.
  • The sentence 'A' is independent of any other sentence as it introduces the topic of ''The discovery of cosmic microwave background radiation.'' Hence, 'A' is the first part.
  • Sentence E will come after A as it is giving information about when and who discovered cosmic background radiation i.e. in 1964 by US physicist Arno Allan Penzias and radio-astronomer Robert Woodrow Wilson.
  • Sentence C will come after E as it gives further information about where and when cosmic background radiation was accepted or needed.
  • Sentence B will come after C as it is talking about a prior measurement of the cosmic background radiation (CMB) by Andrew McKellar in 1941.
  • The sentence 'D' is the concluding or final part as it concludes by saying that the significance of the measurement of the cosmic background radiation by Andrew McKellar was understood later after the Penzias and Wilson measurements.

Hence, the correct answer is option 2.

Paragraph after rearranging the sentences: The discovery of cosmic microwave background radiation constitutes a major development in modern physical cosmology. In 1964, US physicist Arno Allan Penzias and radio-astronomer Robert Woodrow Wilson discovered the CMB, estimating its temperature as 3.5 K, as they experimented with the Holmdel Horn Antenna. The new measurements were accepted as important evidence for a hot early Universe and as evidence against the rival steady-state theory as theoretical work around 1950 showed the need for a CMB for consistency with the simplest relativistic universe models. There had been a prior measurement of the cosmic background radiation (CMB) by Andrew McKellar in 1941 at an effective temperature of 2.3 K using CN stellar absorption lines observed by W. S. Adams. Although no reference to the CMB is made by McKellar, it was not until much later after the Penzias and Wilson measurements that the significance of this measurement was understood.

Hint

• Important Rules to Solve the Para Jumbles:
  • Read the sentences attentively and try to comprehend the idea or theme of the sentence and eliminate the irrelevant options.
  • Try to identify the opening (independent sentence) and closing sentences (concluding sentence).
  • Try to identify the mandatory pairs. Two sentences can be connected through various connectors and other determinants.

The correct answer is 'E.'

Key Points

• The correct sequence of the segments after rearrangement is AECBD.
  • The sentence 'A' is independent of any other sentence as it introduces the topic of ''The discovery of cosmic microwave background radiation.'' Hence, 'A' is the first part.
  • Sentence E will come after A as it is giving information about when and who discovered cosmic background radiation i.e. in 1964 by US physicist Arno Allan Penzias and radio-astronomer Robert Woodrow Wilson.
  • Sentence C will come after E as it gives further information about where and when cosmic background radiation was accepted or needed.
  • Sentence B will come after C as it is talking about a prior measurement of the cosmic background radiation (CMB) by Andrew McKellar in 1941.
  • The sentence 'D' is the concluding or final part as it concludes by saying that the significance of the measurement of the cosmic background radiation by Andrew McKellar was understood later after the Penzias and Wilson measurements.

Hence, the correct answer is option 4.

Paragraph after rearranging the sentences: The discovery of cosmic microwave background radiation constitutes a major development in modern physical cosmology. In 1964, US physicist Arno Allan Penzias and radio-astronomer Robert Woodrow Wilson discovered the CMB, estimating its temperature as 3.5 K, as they experimented with the Holmdel Horn Antenna. The new measurements were accepted as important evidence for a hot early Universe and as evidence against the rival steady-state theory as theoretical work around 1950 showed the need for a CMB for consistency with the simplest relativistic universe models. There had been a prior measurement of the cosmic background radiation (CMB) by Andrew McKellar in 1941 at an effective temperature of 2.3 K using CN stellar absorption lines observed by W. S. Adams. Although no reference to the CMB is made by McKellar, it was not until much later after the Penzias and Wilson measurements that the significance of this measurement was understood.

The correct answer is Sheyphali B. Sharan

In News

• Ms. Sheyphali B. Sharan has assumed charge as the Principal Director General of the Press Information Bureau.

Key Points

• She succeeds Shri Manish Desai, who retired the previous day.
• Ms. Sharan is an officer of the 1990 batch of the Indian Information Service.
• She has served as a Press Information Bureau officer for ministries such as Finance, Health and Family Welfare, and Information and Broadcasting.
• Ms. Sharan has also been the spokesperson for the Election Commission of India.
• Additionally, she has undertaken Central Staffing Scheme deputations in various ministries.
• She has served in cadre posts such as OSD (Information Policy) at the Ministry of Information and Broadcasting and as Director of Administration and Finance at LSTV, Lok Sabha Secretariat.
• Upon assuming her new role, Ms. Sharan was welcomed by senior officials of the Press Information Bureau.

1. The train with Wiring is delivered four days before the train H which is delivered two days after the train with Insulation.

2. The train | delivered immediately before the train with Insulation. The leave is planned on the day before the delivery of the train H and after the train I.

3. The train J, which is not delivered after leave, delivers immediately after the delivery of the train with Lumber which is not delivered after the train with Wiring. Hence, case 1 gets eliminated.

4. The train G delivers three days before the train K which is not delivered on the last day of the week. Hence, case 3 gets eliminated.

5. The train with Gravel is delivered immediately before the train with Glass. Hence, Case 3a gets eliminated.

Final arrangement

Wednesday - Concrete is the correct combination.

Given:

Eight persons: P, Q, R, S, T, U, V, and W

1) Only three persons are designated between Q and S, where S is junior to Q.

2) V is two posts senior to Q.

3) Only one person is designated between U and W.

4) As many persons senior to U is same as the persons junior to V.

5) Neither R nor P is the Principal.

6) P is three posts junior to T but is not HOD. U is senior to S.

After arranging as per 5th and 6th point, the case - 1 gets eliminated.

So, the final arrangement is:

Hence, 'T' is immediately senior to Q.

Given:

We use the following symbols to denote the relation between parties:

1. The father-in-law of S, who is married to the son of U, has 2 grandchildren of the same gender.

2. X is the sister of R, who is the son of O.

3. R has 2 daughters.

4. Q is married to W.

5. T is the sister-in-law of P, who is married to V.

6. U is the mother of X.

7. Q is the father of S.

Combining all of them together, we get:

Hence, W is the Maternal Grandmother of T.

The correct answer is option 1.

Key Points

• From the given options, only the combination of phrases 'AD and BF' creates correct sentences.
• Let's look at the sentences:
  • 'AD' talks about the fact that not only did they move abroad, but they also sold all their belongings.
  • 'BF' states that not only did they find a great place to live in, but they also decorated it beautifully.

Hence, the correct answer is option 1.

The correct answer is Option 3.

Key Points

• The following sentence can be correctly formed after connecting AE.
• Not only did she find herself a home on her own, but also furnished it without any help.

Therefore, the correct answer is AE.

The correct option is 4 i.e. B-D

Key Points

We can look at the given sentence in the following way:

It was a bright, beautiful, warm _________ (A)when our ship spread her _________ (B) to the breeze, and _________(C) for the regions of the _________ (D)

• south: it is one of the four directions.
• her south is a wrong phrase
• Because her is a pronoun used for a ship that is previously mentioned in the sentence
• canvas: here, a ship canvas, means a large piece of fabric (usually canvas fabric) by means of which wind is used to propel a sailing vessel
• the canvas is part of the ship structure
• Therefore her(Ship's) canvas is contextually correct.
• Therefore, B and D should be interchanged
• sailed: to travel across the water in a boat or ship

​Therefore the correct sentence is,

It was a bright, beautiful, warm day when our ship spread her canvas to the breeze, and sailed for the regions of the south.

The series follows the following pattern :

⇒ 7 × 2 + 1 = 15

⇒ 15 × 2 + 1 = 31

⇒ 31 × 2 + 1 = 63

⇒ 63 × 2 + 1 = 127

⇒ 127 × 2 + 1 = 255

⇒ The wrong term in the series will be 265 .

Hence 265 is the correct answer.

The series follows the following pattern :

⇒ 14 + 2² = 18

⇒ 18 + 3³ = 45

⇒ 45 + 4² = 61

⇒ 61 + 5³ = 186

⇒ 186 + 6² = 222

⇒ The wrong term in the series will be 183 .

Hence 183 is the correct answer.

The correct answer is ​A - II, B - I, C - IV, D - III

Key Points

• An IP Address uniquely identifies devices on a network.
• SSL (Secure Sockets Layer) is a cryptographic protocol designed to provide communications security over a computer network.
• A router is a hardware device that routes data from one network to another.
• HTTP (Hypertext Transfer Protocol) is the foundation of data communication for the World Wide Web.

The correct answer is substr()

Key Points

• The substr() function is used in SQL to extract a specific portion of a string based on the specified starting position and length.
• upper() is used to convert a string to uppercase,
• addString() is not a standard SQL function.
• concat() is used to concatenate two or more strings.

The correct answer is data dictionary and transaction log.

Key Points

• Data Dictionary: This is a critical file used by the DBMS that contains metadata about the database. It stores information about the database structure, including the schema, tables, columns, data types, and constraints. The data dictionary is essential for the DBMS to understand and manage the database effectively.
• Transaction Log: This file records all transactions and changes made to the database. It is essential for maintaining data integrity and for recovery purposes in case of system failures. The transaction log helps the DBMS to ensure that all transactions are completed successfully and can be rolled back if necessary.

Additional Information

• Query Language: This is a language used to make queries in a database, such as SQL. It is not a file but a set of commands used to interact with the database.
• Data Manipulation Language (DML): This is a subset of SQL used for inserting, updating, deleting, and retrieving data within the database. Like the query language, it is not a file but a set of operations.
• Utilities: These are tools provided by the DBMS for various maintenance and management tasks, such as backup and recovery. Utilities are not files but software tools.

The correct answer is attenuation.

Key Points

• Attenuation is the reduction in signal power as it travels through a medium, in this case, an optical fiber.
• This loss in power is due to several factors including absorption, scattering, and bending losses.
• Attenuation is a critical factor in determining the maximum distance that a signal can travel without the need for amplification.
• It is measured in decibels per kilometer (dB/km).

Additional Information

• Propagation: This refers to the movement of light through the optical fiber. While it is related to signal transmission, it does not specifically denote the loss of signal power.
• Scattering: This is one of the causes of attenuation. It occurs when light is scattered in different directions as it travels through the fiber, leading to a loss in signal strength.
• Interruption: This generally refers to a complete halt or break in signal transmission, which is different from the gradual loss of signal power described by attenuation.

The correct answer is Degree.

Key Points

• Degree refers to the number of attributes (or columns) in a relation (table) in a database.
• In a database schema, each relation (table) is defined by its degree, which specifies the number of attributes it contains.
• For example, if a table has 5 columns, its degree is 5.

Additional Information

• Cardinality: Cardinality refers to the number of tuples (or rows) in a relation (table). For example, if a table has 10 rows, its cardinality is 10.
• Tuples: Tuples are the individual rows in a relation (table). Each tuple represents a single data entry in the table.
• Entity: An entity is a real-world object or concept that can be distinctly identified. In the context of databases, entities are usually represented as tables.

The correct answer is Broadcast.

Key Points

• Broadcast is the method of transmitting data to multiple recipients simultaneously.
• In broadcast communication, a single sender sends data to all possible receivers in a network.
• This is a common method used in networking, such as in Ethernet networks, where data packets are sent to all devices connected to the network.
• Broadcast is essential for services like television and radio transmission, where the same data is intended for all receivers.

Additional Information

• Bandwidth refers to the capacity of a communication link to transmit data, measured in bits per second (bps). It is not directly related to the method of data transmission but rather to the volume of data that can be transmitted over a network.
• Aloha is a protocol for satellite and terrestrial radio transmissions. It is a simple communication scheme in which each source sends data whenever there is a frame to send, without checking if the channel is free. This can lead to collisions and requires retransmissions.
• Analog transmission refers to the transmission of data in a continuous signal that varies in amplitude or frequency. This is different from digital transmission and is not related to the concept of broadcasting data to multiple stations.

The correct answer is option 1.

Concept:

The first line in any shell script begins with a #.

In Linux, She-bang is the sign #! written at the top of the script. It sends commands to the /bin/sh software. Start your script with #! followed by the shell name to run it in a specific shell (which should be supported by your system).

Example 1:

#!/bin/bash

echo Hello World

#!/bin/ksh

echo Hello World

Example 2:

#!/bin/sh

# Script follows here

echo "What is your name?"

read person

echo "Hello, $person"

Hence the correct answer is #.

The correct answer is It uses diamond-shaped symbols for the detection of restricted stories.

Key Points

• The correct interpretation for the usage of diamond-shaped symbols in flowcharts is for decision-making or branching, not for the detection of restricted stories.
• Diamonds are typically used to represent decision points that lead to different paths in the flow based on yes/no questions or true/false conditions.

Amazon web service, Microsoft Azure, Google Cloud Platform and IBM Cloud are cloud computing services.

Key Points

Amazon Web Services (AWS)

It is a subsidiary of Amazon providing on-demand cloud computing platforms and APIs to individuals, companies, and governments, on a metered pay-as-you-go basis.

Microsoft Azure

It is a cloud computing service created by Microsoft for building, testing, deploying, and managing applications and services through Microsoft-managed data centers.

Google Cloud Platform

Google Cloud Platform, offered by Google, is a suite of cloud computing services that runs on the same infrastructure that Google uses internally for its end-user products, such as Google Search, Gmail, file storage, and YouTube.

IBM Cloud

IBM cloud computing is a set of cloud computing services for business offered by the information technology company IBM.

The correct answer is 63

Key Points

• A complete binary tree of level 5 has 63 nodes.
• In a complete binary tree, the total number of nodes is given by the formula: 2^(L+1) - 1, where L is the level number.
• For level 5, the calculation is: 2⁽⁵⁺¹⁾ - 1 = 2^{6 - 1} = 64 - 1 = 63.
• This structure ensures that all levels except possibly the last are completely filled, and all nodes are as far left as possible.

Additional Information

• Binary trees are fundamental data structures used in computer science for various applications, including searching and sorting algorithms.
• In a complete binary tree, every level, except possibly the last, is completely filled, making it an efficient structure for various operations.
• The properties of binary trees make them useful in implementing binary search trees (BST), heaps, and priority queues.
• Understanding the structure and properties of complete binary trees is essential for optimizing performance in algorithm design.

The correct answer is Control transfer.
Key Points

• IFRS 15 sets out a comprehensive framework for revenue recognition and specifies that revenue is recognized when an entity transfers control of goods or services to a customer.
• This standard requires entities to apply a five-step model to determine when to recognize revenue and at what amount, focusing on the transfer of control rather than the transfer of risks and rewards or the receipt of payment.
• This approach reflects the core principle that the transfer of control is the relevant criterion for revenue recognition under IFRS.

The correct answer is Empathy
Key Points

• Empathy in management helps recognize and consider employees' feelings and perspectives, which is crucial for effective upward communication.
• It allows managers to understand underlying concerns that may not be explicitly communicated.
• Empathetic leadership is linked to higher employee satisfaction and better conflict resolution.

Additional Information

• Self-awareness
  • Refers to understanding one's own emotions, strengths, weaknesses, and drives.
• Self-regulation
  • Entails managing one's emotions and impulses effectively.
• Motivation
  • Refers to being driven to achieve for the sake of achievement.
• Social skills
  • Concerns managing relationships to move people in desired directions, whether in leading change, persuading, or building team cohesion.

The correct answer is: Returns true if a sequence with the specified value is present in the object

Key Points

• In Python, "x in y" is a membership operator that checks if a sequence (like a list or a string) with the specified value (x) is present in the object (y).
• If the sequence is present, it returns True; otherwise, it returns False. The other options are not related to the "in" operator in Python.