Analytical & Mathematical Reasoning

Question : If + means ×, − means ÷, × means +, and ÷ means −, then what is the value of 18 + 6 − 3 × 5 ÷ 2?
31
35
39
41
Correct Answer : 41

Question : Find the missing number: 3, 8, 18, 38, 78, ?
156
158
160
162
Correct Answer : 158

Question : In a certain code, if TABLE is written as UBCMF, how is CHAIR written?
DIBJS
DIBIR
DHBJS
EIBKT
Correct Answer : DIBJS

Question : Statements: Some books are novels. All novels are stories. Conclusions: I. Some books are stories. II. All stories are novels.
Only conclusion I follows
Only conclusion II follows
Both conclusions I and II follow
Neither conclusion I nor II follows
Correct Answer : Only conclusion I follows

Question : Statement: "Use public transport to reduce traffic congestion." Assumptions: I. Public transport can carry a large number of people. II. Traffic congestion is partly caused by excessive use of private vehicles.
Only assumption I is implicit
Only assumption II is implicit
Both assumptions I and II are implicit
Neither assumption I nor II is implicit
Correct Answer : Both assumptions I and II are implicit

Question : A company has four candidates P, Q, R and S for one vacant post. P has more experience than Q but less than R. S has less experience than Q. If experience is the only criterion, who should be selected?
P
Q
R
S
Correct Answer : R

Question : A man walks 8 km north, then 6 km east, then 8 km south. How far is he from his starting point?
2 km
6 km
8 km
14 km
Correct Answer : 6 km

Question : How many meaningful English words can be formed using all the letters of the word "RATE", using each letter only once?
One
Two
Three
Four
Correct Answer : Four

Question : Arrange the following words in dictionary order: 1. Stable 2. Stamp 3. Stale 4. Stair
3, 1, 4, 2
1, 3, 4, 2
3, 4, 1, 2
1, 4, 3, 2
Correct Answer : 3, 1, 4, 2

Question : If 7 ★ 3 = 58 and 5 ★ 4 = 41, then 8 ★ 2 = ?
60
64
68
72
Correct Answer : 68

Question : Find the missing number: 2, 6, 12, 20, 30, 42, ?
54
56
58
60
Correct Answer : 56

Question : Five persons P, Q, R, S and T are sitting in a row. P is to the left of Q but to the right of R. S is to the right of Q, and T is to the left of R. Who sits in the middle?
P
Q
R
S
Correct Answer : P

Question : Statements: All pens are instruments. Some instruments are expensive. Conclusions: I. Some pens are expensive. II. Some expensive things are instruments.
Only conclusion I follows
Only conclusion II follows
Both conclusions I and II follow
Neither conclusion I nor II follows
Correct Answer : Only conclusion II follows

Question : Statement: "The school should introduce compulsory computer training for all students." Which assumption is implicit?
Every student has access to a computer at home
Computer knowledge is useful for students
All students are interested in computer games
Traditional subjects are no longer necessary
Correct Answer : Computer knowledge is useful for students

Question : A person must choose between two projects. Project A gives a guaranteed profit of ₹40,000, while Project B may give ₹70,000 but may also result in a loss of ₹20,000. If the person is instructed to choose the option with guaranteed financial benefit, which project should be selected?
Project A
Project B
Either A or B
Neither A nor B
Correct Answer : Project A

Question : A clock shows 3:00 PM. If the minute hand is moved forward by 120 minutes, what time will it show?
4:00 PM
5:00 PM
6:00 PM
7:00 PM
Correct Answer : 5:00 PM

Question : If the letters of the word "MANGO" are rearranged alphabetically, which letter will be third?
A
G
M
N
Correct Answer : M

Question : Arrange the following words in dictionary order: 1. Preach 2. Precise 3. Predict 4. Prefer
1, 2, 3, 4
2, 1, 3, 4
3, 2, 1, 4
4, 1, 2, 3
Correct Answer : 1, 2, 3, 4

Question : If 15% of a number is 48, what is 25% of that number?
72
80
96
120
Correct Answer : 80

Question : Find the missing number: 5, 11, 23, 47, 95, ?
189
190
191
192
Correct Answer : 191

Question : In a family, A is the brother of B. B is the sister of C. C is the father of D. How is A related to D?
Brother
Uncle
Father
Cousin
Correct Answer : Uncle

Question : Statements: No metal is wood. Some wood are chairs. Conclusions: I. Some chairs are not metals. II. No chair is a metal.
Only conclusion I follows
Only conclusion II follows
Both conclusions I and II follow
Neither conclusion I nor II follows
Correct Answer : Only conclusion I follows

Question : Statement: "The government has decided to increase the minimum age for obtaining a driving licence." Which assumption is implicit?
Young people are always irresponsible drivers
Driving requires a certain level of maturity
All adults are safe drivers
No person below the age limit can drive a vehicle
Correct Answer : Driving requires a certain level of maturity

Question : A machine produces 120 units in 8 hours. At the same rate, how many units will it produce in 13 hours?
180
185
195
200
Correct Answer : 195

Question : If the first half of the alphabet is written in reverse order and the second half remains unchanged, which letter will be 10th from the left?
Q
R
S
T
Correct Answer : Q

Question : Which one of the following words cannot be formed using the letters of "DEPARTMENT"?
PART
TREAT
MEANT
DREAM
Correct Answer : DREAM

Question : If the words "Care", "Card", "Cargo", and "Carpet" are arranged in dictionary order, which will be the second word?
Care
Card
Cargo
Carpet
Correct Answer : Care

Question : A number is first increased by 20% and then decreased by 20%. What is the net percentage change in the number?
No change
2% decrease
4% decrease
4% increase
Correct Answer : 4% decrease

Question : Find the missing number: 4, 9, 19, 39, 79, ?
157
158
159
160
Correct Answer : 159

Question : In a certain relation, X is taller than Y, Y is taller than Z, and W is shorter than Z. Who is the shortest?
X
Y
Z
W
Correct Answer : W

Question : Statements: Some doctors are writers. All writers are readers. Conclusions: I. Some doctors are readers. II. All readers are doctors.
Only conclusion I follows
Only conclusion II follows
Both conclusions I and II follow
Neither conclusion I nor II follows
Correct Answer : Only conclusion I follows

Question : Statement: "The city administration has decided to impose a fine on people who throw garbage on roads." Which assumption is implicit?
People will obey every law without exception
Fines may discourage people from littering
Roads are cleaned only once a year
Garbage cannot be recycled
Correct Answer : Fines may discourage people from littering

Question : A worker can complete a task in 12 days, while another worker can complete it in 18 days. Working together, approximately how many days will they take to complete the task?
6.5 days
7.2 days
8.4 days
9 days
Correct Answer : 7.2 days

Question : If SOUTH is coded as 12345 and NORTH is coded as 67845, what digit represents H?
5
4
3
2
Correct Answer : 5

Question : How many meaningful English words can be formed from the letters A, E, R, using each letter exactly once?
One
Two
Three
Four
Correct Answer : Three

Question : Arrange the following words in dictionary order: 1. Market 2. Mark 3. Marriage 4. Marshal
2, 1, 4, 3
1, 2, 4, 3
2, 4, 1, 3
4, 2, 1, 3
Correct Answer : 2, 1, 4, 3

Question : If 2 @ 3 = 13, 4 @ 5 = 41, and 6 @ 7 = 85, then 8 @ 9 = ?
129
137
145
153
Correct Answer : 145

Question : Find the missing number: 7, 14, 28, 56, 112, ?
220
224
226
228
Correct Answer : 224

Question : Six people A, B, C, D, E and F stand in a line. A is taller than B but shorter than C. D is shorter than E but taller than F. If C is taller than E, who is definitely the tallest?
A
C
D
E
Correct Answer : C

Question : Statements: All cats are animals. Some animals are wild. Conclusions: I. Some cats are wild. II. Some wild things are animals.
Only conclusion I follows
Only conclusion II follows
Both conclusions I and II follow
Neither conclusion I nor II follows
Correct Answer : Only conclusion II follows

Question : Statement: "The railway authority has advised passengers to arrive at the station at least 30 minutes before departure." Which assumption is implicit?
Passengers always reach stations late
Some time may be required for boarding and security procedures
Trains always depart exactly on time
Passengers cannot buy tickets at stations
Correct Answer : Some time may be required for boarding and security procedures

Question : A shopkeeper has four items P, Q, R and S. P is cheaper than Q, R is costlier than Q, and S is cheaper than P. If the shopkeeper wants to sell the costliest item first, which item should be selected?
P
Q
R
S
Correct Answer : R

Question : A man is facing east. He turns 90° clockwise, then 180° anticlockwise, and finally 90° clockwise. Which direction is he facing now?
North
South
East
West
Correct Answer : East

Question : If all the vowels in the word "EDUCATION" are removed, which letter will be third from the left?
D
C
T
N
Correct Answer : C

Question : Which word will come third when the following are arranged in dictionary order: "Bright, Bring, Brisk, Brick"?
Brick
Bright
Bring
Brisk
Correct Answer : Bring

Question : If ÷ means +, + means −, − means ×, and × means ÷, then what is the value of 24 ÷ 8 + 6 − 3 × 2?
18
21
25
30
Correct Answer : 25

Question : Find the missing number: 6, 13, 27, 55, 111, ?
221
222
223
224
Correct Answer : 223

Question : A is the sister of B. B is the father of C. D is the mother of B. How is D related to C?
Mother
Grandmother
Aunt
Sister
Correct Answer : Grandmother

Question : Statements: All teachers are graduates. Some graduates are writers. Conclusions: I. Some teachers are writers. II. Some writers are graduates.
Only conclusion I follows
Only conclusion II follows
Both conclusions I and II follow
Neither conclusion I nor II follows
Correct Answer : Only conclusion II follows

Question : Statement: "The bank has advised customers not to share their OTP with anyone." Which assumption is implicit?
OTP is required for every transaction
Sharing an OTP may compromise account security
Customers do not know their account numbers
Banks never contact their customers
Correct Answer : Sharing an OTP may compromise account security

Question : A company needs to appoint one candidate. P has the required qualification but no experience. Q has both the required qualification and three years of experience. R has experience but lacks the required qualification. Who should be selected if both qualification and experience are essential?
P
Q
R
Any of P or R
Correct Answer : Q

Question : A man walks 10 km west, turns left and walks 5 km, then turns left and walks 10 km. In which direction is he from his starting point?
North
South
East
West
Correct Answer : South

Question : If the letters of the word "COURSE" are arranged alphabetically, which letter will be fourth from the left?
C
E
O
R
Correct Answer : O

Question : Arrange the following words in dictionary order: 1. Station 2. Static 3. Statue 4. Status
2, 1, 4, 3
1, 2, 4, 3
2, 1, 3, 4
1, 4, 2, 3
Correct Answer : 2, 1, 4, 3

Question : If 9 # 4 = 97 and 7 # 3 = 58, then 8 # 5 = ?
69
73
77
81
Correct Answer : 89

Question : Find the missing number: 8, 17, 35, 71, 143, ?
285
286
287
288
Correct Answer : 287

Question : In a row of students, Ravi is 12th from the left and 18th from the right. How many students are there in the row?
28
29
30
31
Correct Answer : 29

Question : Statements: No fruits are vegetables. Some vegetables are green. Conclusions: I. Some green things are vegetables. II. No fruits are green.
Only conclusion I follows
Only conclusion II follows
Both conclusions I and II follow
Neither conclusion I nor II follows
Correct Answer : Only conclusion I follows

Question : Statement: "The school has introduced a separate examination room for students with special needs." Which assumption is implicit?
All students have special needs
Such students may require special arrangements during examinations
The examination will be easier for those students
Other students will not be allowed to take the examination
Correct Answer : Such students may require special arrangements during examinations

Question : A person has to choose between two routes. Route A is shorter but frequently congested, while Route B is longer but usually free of traffic. If reaching the destination as quickly as possible is the priority, what should the person do?
Always choose Route A
Always choose Route B
Choose based on current traffic conditions
Avoid both routes
Correct Answer : Choose based on current traffic conditions

Question : A train travels 360 km in 6 hours. At the same speed, how far will it travel in 8.5 hours?
480 km
500 km
510 km
520 km
Correct Answer : 510 km

Question : If CAT is coded as DBU and DOG is coded as EPH, how is FISH coded?
GJTI
GJSH
EJTI
GKTI
Correct Answer : GJTI

Question : Which of the following words can be formed using the letters of "NOTEBOOK"?
BOOK
TONE
TOKEN
All of these
Correct Answer : All of these

Question : Arrange the following words in dictionary order: 1. Concern 2. Concert 3. Concede 4. Confess
3, 2, 1, 4
2, 3, 1, 4
3, 1, 2, 4
1, 3, 2, 4
Correct Answer : 3, 2, 1, 4

Question : If 3 △ 4 = 25, 5 △ 2 = 29, and 6 △ 3 = 45, then 7 △ 4 = ?
57
61
65
69
Correct Answer : 65

Question : Find the missing number: 1, 4, 10, 22, 46, ?
92
93
94
95
Correct Answer : 94

Question : In a certain code, if PAPER is written as QBQFS, how is PEN written?
QFO
QFN
RFO
PFN
Correct Answer : QFO

Question : Statements: Some cars are vehicles. All vehicles require fuel. Conclusions: I. Some cars require fuel. II. All fuel-consuming things are vehicles.
Only conclusion I follows
Only conclusion II follows
Both conclusions I and II follow
Neither conclusion I nor II follows
Correct Answer : Only conclusion I follows

Question : Statement: "The municipality has decided to plant trees along major roads." Which assumption is implicit?
Trees can help improve the roadside environment
Trees require no maintenance
Major roads have no traffic
Only roads need environmental protection
Correct Answer : Trees can help improve the roadside environment

Question : A student must choose one of three study plans. Plan A covers all topics but requires 8 hours daily. Plan B covers the important topics in 5 hours daily. Plan C covers only a few topics in 3 hours daily. If the examination is near and the student wants reasonable coverage within limited time, which plan is most suitable?
Plan A
Plan B
Plan C
None of these
Correct Answer : Plan B

Question : A person moves 7 km south, then 4 km east, and then 7 km north. How far is the person from the starting point?
3 km
4 km
7 km
11 km
Correct Answer : 4 km

Question : How many meaningful English words can be formed using all the letters of "EAT", using each letter only once?
One
Two
Three
Four
Correct Answer : Three

Question : Arrange the following words in dictionary order: 1. Resolve 2. Resort 3. Resource 4. Respect
3, 1, 2, 4
1, 3, 2, 4
3, 2, 1, 4
4, 3, 1, 2
Correct Answer : 3, 1, 2, 4

Question : A number is decreased by 25% and then increased by 20%. What is the net change in the number?
5% increase
5% decrease
No change
10% decrease
Correct Answer : No change

Question : Find the missing number: 9, 18, 36, 72, 144, ?
288
286
290
292
Correct Answer : 288

Question : If × means +, + means ÷, ÷ means −, and − means ×, then what is the value of 20 × 10 + 5 ÷ 3 − 2?
21
23
25
27
Correct Answer : 25

Question : Find the missing number: 4, 10, 22, 46, 94, ?
186
188
190
192
Correct Answer : 190

Question : In a certain code, DELHI is written as EFMIJ. How is MUMBAI written in the same code?
NVNCBJ
NVMCBJ
NVMCAJ
OVNCBJ
Correct Answer : NVNCBJ

Question : Statements: All roses are flowers. Some flowers are red. Conclusions: I. Some roses are red. II. Some red things are flowers.
Only conclusion I follows
Only conclusion II follows
Both conclusions I and II follow
Neither conclusion I nor II follows
Correct Answer : Only conclusion II follows

Question : Statement: "The company has installed CCTV cameras in all its warehouses." Which assumption is implicit?
Warehouses are always empty
CCTV cameras can help monitor warehouse activities
Employees cannot enter warehouses
The company has stopped all manual security
Correct Answer : CCTV cameras can help monitor warehouse activities

Question : A selection committee has four candidates. A scored higher than B, C scored higher than A, and D scored lower than B. If selection is based only on marks, who should be selected?
A
B
C
D
Correct Answer : C

Question : A person walks 12 km east, then 5 km north, and then 12 km west. How far is he from his starting point?
5 km
7 km
12 km
17 km
Correct Answer : 5 km

Question : If the letters of the word "BRIDGE" are arranged alphabetically, which letter will be fifth?
D
G
I
R
Correct Answer : R

Question : Arrange the following words in dictionary order: 1. Flower 2. Flour 3. Flow 4. Flown
3, 4, 1, 2
3, 1, 4, 2
1, 3, 4, 2
3, 1, 2, 4
Correct Answer : 3, 1, 4, 2

Question : If 4 @ 5 = 41 and 6 @ 7 = 85, then 8 @ 9 = ?
137
145
153
161
Correct Answer : 145

Question : Find the missing number: 2, 5, 11, 23, 47, ?
93
94
95
96
Correct Answer : 95

Question : In a class, Riya ranks 9th from the top and 16th from the bottom. How many students are there in the class?
23
24
25
26
Correct Answer : 24

Question : Statements: Some doctors are artists. All artists are creative. Conclusions: I. Some doctors are creative. II. All creative people are artists.
Only conclusion I follows
Only conclusion II follows
Both conclusions I and II follow
Neither conclusion I nor II follows
Correct Answer : Only conclusion I follows

Question : Statement: "The library will remain open until 10 PM during the examination period." Which assumption is implicit?
Students may need additional study time during examinations
Students cannot study at home
The library is never open during the day
All students will visit the library every night
Correct Answer : Students may need additional study time during examinations

Question : A delivery company has three routes. Route X takes 40 minutes and has uncertain traffic, Route Y takes 50 minutes with low traffic risk, and Route Z takes 70 minutes with almost no traffic risk. If the parcel must arrive within one hour and reliability is important, which route is most appropriate?
Route X
Route Y
Route Z
Any route
Correct Answer : Route Y

Question : A sum of ₹800 is divided between A and B in the ratio 3:5. What amount does B receive?
₹300
₹400
₹500
₹600
Correct Answer : ₹500

Question : If PEN is coded as QFO, how is BOOK coded using the same pattern?
CPPL
CPQM
CQPL
BPPM
Correct Answer : CPPL

Question : Which of the following words cannot be formed using the letters of "EDUCATION"?
ACTION
COUNT
TONE
CLOUD
Correct Answer : CLOUD

Question : Arrange the following words in dictionary order: 1. Garden 2. Garlic 3. Garnish 4. Garment
1, 2, 4, 3
1, 4, 2, 3
2, 1, 4, 3
4, 2, 1, 3
Correct Answer : 1, 4, 2, 3

Question : If 5 % 3 = 34, 7 % 2 = 53, and 4 % 6 = 52, then 8 % 5 = ?
79
81
84
89
Correct Answer : 89

Question : Find the missing number: 3, 7, 15, 31, 63, ?
125
126
127
128
Correct Answer : 127

Question : P is the brother of Q. R is the mother of P. S is the father of R. How is S related to Q?
Father
Grandfather
Uncle
Brother
Correct Answer : Grandfather

Question : Statements: No birds are mammals. Some mammals are aquatic. Conclusions: I. Some aquatic animals are not birds. II. No aquatic animal is a bird.
Only conclusion I follows
Only conclusion II follows
Both conclusions I and II follow
Neither conclusion I nor II follows
Correct Answer : Only conclusion I follows

Question : Statement: "The office has introduced biometric attendance for all employees." Which assumption is implicit?
Employees do not have identification cards
Biometric systems can accurately record employee attendance
Employees will no longer receive salaries
Attendance is not important in the office
Correct Answer : Biometric systems can accurately record employee attendance

Question : A candidate has to choose between two training courses. Course A costs ₹8,000 and guarantees certification. Course B costs ₹5,000 but certification is not guaranteed. If obtaining certification is essential, which course should be chosen?
Course A
Course B
Either course
Neither course
Correct Answer : Course A

Question : A man faces north. He turns 90° clockwise, then 90° anticlockwise, and finally 180° clockwise. Which direction is he facing?
North
South
East
West
Correct Answer : South

Question : How many meaningful English words can be formed using all the letters of "STOP", using each letter exactly once?
Two
Three
Four
Five
Correct Answer : Three

Question : Arrange the following words in dictionary order: 1. Nation 2. Native 3. Nature 4. Narrow
4, 1, 2, 3
1, 4, 2, 3
1, 2, 3, 4
4, 2, 1, 3
Correct Answer : 4, 1, 2, 3

Question : A number is increased by 30% and then decreased by 10%. What is the net percentage change?
17% increase
18% increase
20% increase
23% increase
Correct Answer : 17% increase

Question : Find the missing number: 11, 22, 44, 88, 176, ?
352
354
356
358
Correct Answer : 352

Question : If + means ÷, − means +, × means −, and ÷ means ×, then what is the value of 24 + 6 − 4 × 3 ÷ 2?
8
10
12
14
Correct Answer : 10

Question : Find the missing number: 5, 12, 26, 54, 110, ?
218
220
222
224
Correct Answer : 222

Question : If MANGO is coded as NBOHP, how is APPLE coded in the same manner?
BQQMF
BPPMF
BQQLE
CQQMF
Correct Answer : BQQMF

Question : Statements: All buses are vehicles. No vehicle is a tree. Conclusions: I. No bus is a tree. II. Some trees are not buses.
Only conclusion I follows
Only conclusion II follows
Both conclusions I and II follow
Neither conclusion I nor II follows
Correct Answer : Only conclusion I follows

Question : Statement: "The hospital has advised patients to carry their previous medical reports during their next visit." Which assumption is implicit?
Patients always lose their reports
Previous reports may help doctors understand the patient's medical history
Doctors cannot examine patients without reports
All patients have the same medical condition
Correct Answer : Previous reports may help doctors understand the patient's medical history

Question : A firm has to select one employee for an important assignment. P is technically qualified but has little experience. Q is experienced but lacks the required technical qualification. R has both the required qualification and relevant experience. S has neither. Who should be selected?
P
Q
R
S
Correct Answer : R

Question : A person travels 9 km north, then 12 km east. What is the shortest distance between his present position and the starting point?
12 km
15 km
18 km
21 km
Correct Answer : 15 km

Question : If the letters of the word "PRISON" are arranged alphabetically, which letter will be fourth from the left?
N
O
P
R
Correct Answer : P

Question : Arrange the following words in dictionary order: 1. Brave 2. Branch 3. Brand 4. Brass
2, 3, 4, 1
1, 2, 3, 4
2, 4, 3, 1
4, 2, 3, 1
Correct Answer : 2, 3, 4, 1

Question : If 6 ★ 4 = 52 and 8 ★ 3 = 73, then 7 ★ 5 = ?
72
74
78
82
Correct Answer : 74

Question : Find the missing number: 7, 16, 34, 70, 142, ?
284
286
288
290
Correct Answer : 286

Question : In a row of 35 students, Aman is 14th from the left. What is his position from the right?
20th
21st
22nd
23rd
Correct Answer : 22nd

Question : Statements: Some flowers are roses. All roses are fragrant. Conclusions: I. Some flowers are fragrant. II. All fragrant things are roses.
Only conclusion I follows
Only conclusion II follows
Both conclusions I and II follow
Neither conclusion I nor II follows
Correct Answer : Only conclusion I follows

Question : Statement: "The company has introduced flexible working hours for its employees." Which assumption is implicit?
Employees never work during fixed hours
Flexible hours may help employees manage their work schedules
Employees will work fewer hours than before
The company has abolished all attendance rules
Correct Answer : Flexible hours may help employees manage their work schedules

Question : A manager must choose between three suppliers. Supplier A offers the lowest price but has a history of delayed deliveries. Supplier B charges slightly more and has a reliable delivery record. Supplier C is the most expensive and has no significant advantage over B. If timely delivery is essential while cost should also be considered, which supplier is the most suitable?
Supplier A
Supplier B
Supplier C
Any supplier
Correct Answer : Supplier B

Question : If 40% of a number is 72, what is 35% of the same number?
54
60
63
66
Correct Answer : 63

Question : If ROAD is coded as SPBE, how is TRAIN coded?
USBJO
USBIN
USBOJ
TSBJO
Correct Answer : USBJO

Question : Which of the following words can be formed using the letters of "CHARACTER"?
HEART
CHART
TEACH
All of these
Correct Answer : All of these

Question : Arrange the following words in dictionary order: 1. Complete 2. Complaint 3. Complex 4. Compass
2, 4, 1, 3
1, 2, 4, 3
2, 1, 4, 3
4, 2, 1, 3
Correct Answer : 2, 4, 1, 3

Question : If 3 @ 5 = 34, 4 @ 6 = 52, and 5 @ 7 = 74, then 6 @ 8 = ?
92
96
100
104
Correct Answer : 100

Question : Find the missing number: 1, 3, 7, 15, 31, 63, ?
125
126
127
128
Correct Answer : 127

Question : A is taller than B. C is shorter than D but taller than A. E is shorter than B. Who is the second tallest?
A
B
C
D
Correct Answer : C

Question : Statements: No poets are engineers. Some engineers are musicians. Conclusions: I. Some musicians are not poets. II. No musicians are poets.
Only conclusion I follows
Only conclusion II follows
Both conclusions I and II follow
Neither conclusion I nor II follows
Correct Answer : Only conclusion I follows

Question : Statement: "The school has made attendance compulsory for all students." Which assumption is implicit?
Regular attendance is considered important for students' education
All students are already attending regularly
Students cannot study at home
Attendance has no connection with academic performance
Correct Answer : Regular attendance is considered important for students' education

Question : A candidate must choose one of two examination centres. Centre A is closer but has limited seating capacity. Centre B is farther but has ample seating and better transport connectivity. If a confirmed seat and reliable transportation are the priorities, which centre should be preferred?
Centre A
Centre B
Either centre
Neither centre
Correct Answer : Centre B

Question : A sum of ₹1,200 is divided among A, B and C in the ratio 2:3:5. What is C's share?
₹400
₹500
₹600
₹700
Correct Answer : ₹600

Question : If the letters of "SECURITY" are arranged alphabetically, which letter will be sixth from the left?
R
S
T
U
Correct Answer : S

Question : Which of the following words cannot be formed using the letters of "CONSTITUTION"?
COUNT
TUTION
STATION
CONTINUE
Correct Answer : CONTINUE

Question : Arrange the following words in dictionary order: 1. Present 2. Preserve 3. Pressure 4. Pretty
1, 2, 3, 4
2, 1, 3, 4
1, 3, 2, 4
4, 1, 2, 3
Correct Answer : 1, 2, 3, 4

Question : A number is first decreased by 10% and then increased by 10%. What is the net percentage change?
1% increase
No change
1% decrease
2% decrease
Correct Answer : 1% decrease

Question : If + means ×, × means −, − means ÷, and ÷ means +, then what is the value of 18 + 4 × 6 − 3 ÷ 2?
66
69
72
75
Correct Answer : 69

Question : Find the missing number: 4, 9, 19, 39, 79, ?
157
158
159
161
Correct Answer : 159

Question : If DELHI is coded as 45189 and CALCUTTA is coded as 31271221, how is DEAL coded?
4513
4153
5413
4531
Correct Answer : 4513

Question : Statements: All laptops are machines. Some machines are expensive. Conclusions: I. Some laptops are expensive. II. Some expensive things are machines.
Only conclusion I follows
Only conclusion II follows
Both conclusions I and II follow
Neither conclusion I nor II follows
Correct Answer : Only conclusion II follows

Question : Statement: "The company has reduced the price of its product to increase sales." Which assumption is implicit?
The product was previously unavailable
Lower prices may attract more customers
Customers never compare prices
The company wants to stop production
Correct Answer : Lower prices may attract more customers

Question : A person is eligible for a scholarship if he has scored at least 80% marks and has an attendance of at least 75%. Ravi scored 84% marks and has 72% attendance. What should be the decision?
Ravi is eligible
Ravi is not eligible
Ravi is eligible only if he scores 90%
Ravi's eligibility cannot be determined
Correct Answer : Ravi is not eligible

Question : A man walks 6 km south, then 8 km east, and finally 6 km north. How far is he from his starting point?
6 km
8 km
10 km
14 km
Correct Answer : 8 km

Question : If the letters of the word "MARKET" are arranged alphabetically, which letter will be fourth from the left?
K
M
R
T
Correct Answer : M

Question : Arrange the following words in dictionary order: 1. Scale 2. Scarf 3. Scan 4. Scarce
1, 3, 4, 2
3, 1, 4, 2
3, 4, 2, 1
1, 4, 2, 3
Correct Answer : 3, 1, 4, 2

Question : If 5 @ 4 = 41 and 7 @ 3 = 58, then 8 @ 6 = ?
100
108
110
116
Correct Answer : 100

Question : Find the missing number: 2, 7, 17, 37, 77, ?
155
157
159
161
Correct Answer : 157

Question : In a row of 42 students, Neha is 17th from the left. What is her position from the right?
24th
25th
26th
27th
Correct Answer : 26th

Question : Statements: Some teachers are singers. All singers are artists. Conclusions: I. Some teachers are artists. II. All artists are singers.
Only conclusion I follows
Only conclusion II follows
Both conclusions I and II follow
Neither conclusion I nor II follows
Correct Answer : Only conclusion I follows

Question : Statement: "The government has advised citizens to conserve water during summer." Which assumption is implicit?
Water consumption increases during summer
Water is never wasted during other seasons
Citizens have unlimited water resources
Summer lasts throughout the year
Correct Answer : Water consumption increases during summer

Question : A company needs an employee who must have both computer skills and knowledge of accounting. P has computer skills but no accounting knowledge. Q has accounting knowledge but no computer skills. R has both. S has neither. Who should be appointed?
P
Q
R
S
Correct Answer : R

Question : A shopkeeper marks an article at ₹800 and gives a discount of 15%. What is the selling price?
₹660
₹680
₹700
₹720
Correct Answer : ₹680

Question : If in a certain code, HOUSE is written as IPVTF, how is GARDEN written?
HBSEFO
HBSDFO
GBSEFO
IBSEGP
Correct Answer : HBSEFO

Question : Which of the following words cannot be formed using the letters of "DEPARTMENT"?
DEPART
MENT
TREAT
MATE
Correct Answer : TREAT

Question : Arrange the following words in dictionary order: 1. Nation 2. Natural 3. Native 4. Nature
1, 2, 3, 4
1, 3, 2, 4
2, 1, 3, 4
3, 1, 4, 2
Correct Answer : 1, 2, 3, 4

Question : If 4 # 3 = 25, 5 # 2 = 29, and 6 # 4 = 52, then 7 # 5 = ?
69
72
74
78
Correct Answer : 74

Question : Find the missing number: 6, 14, 30, 62, 126, ?
250
252
254
256
Correct Answer : 254

Question : P is the son of Q. R is the daughter of Q. S is the brother of Q. How is S related to P?
Father
Uncle
Brother
Grandfather
Correct Answer : Uncle

Question : Statements: No doctors are lawyers. Some lawyers are writers. Conclusions: I. Some writers are not doctors. II. No writers are doctors.
Only conclusion I follows
Only conclusion II follows
Both conclusions I and II follow
Neither conclusion I nor II follows
Correct Answer : Only conclusion I follows

Question : Statement: "The school has introduced a weekly test for students." Which assumption is implicit?
Regular tests can help assess students' progress
Students dislike all examinations
Weekly tests will replace the final examination
Teachers do not need to teach the syllabus
Correct Answer : Regular tests can help assess students' progress

Question : A person has to select one of two roads to reach a destination. Road A is shorter but currently blocked by construction. Road B is longer but open. If reaching the destination is essential, which decision is most appropriate?
Take Road A immediately
Take Road B
Wait until Road A opens
Abandon the journey
Correct Answer : Take Road B

Question : A train covers 450 km in 5 hours. At the same speed, how much distance will it cover in 7 hours?
560 km
600 km
630 km
650 km
Correct Answer : 630 km

Question : If the letters of the word "COMPUTER" are arranged alphabetically, which letter is third from the left?
C
E
M
O
Correct Answer : M

Question : How many meaningful English words can be formed using all the letters of "EAST", using each letter exactly once?
Two
Three
Four
Five
Correct Answer : Four

Question : Arrange the following words in dictionary order: 1. Believe 2. Below 3. Benefit 4. Bell
1, 4, 2, 3
4, 1, 2, 3
1, 2, 4, 3
2, 1, 4, 3
Correct Answer : 1, 4, 2, 3

Question : A number is increased by 25% and then decreased by 20%. What is the net percentage change?
5% increase
5% decrease
No change
10% increase
Correct Answer : No change