DU IBA MBA 2016-JULY

Language and Communication (1-30) 1 x 25 = 25

Q1-Q11 Instruction: Choose the most appropriate word(s)/phrase to fill in the blank in the given sentence.

1.Located near the coast, my hometown is a famous fishing port ____ fishermen set their traps in the early
morning.
A. which is where
B. the location where
C. a place at which
D. where
E. none of these

2. If there is nothing to absorb the energy of sound waves, they travel on ___, but their intensity ___ as
they travel further from their source.
A. erratically mitigates
B. erratically alleviates
C. forever-increases
D. steadily - stabilizes
E. indefinitely -- diminishes

3. A number of scientific theories that are ___ today, were once treated with ____ by the scientific
establishment.
A. corroborated-approval
B. dismissed-contempt
C. accepted approbation
D. unchallenged - disdain
E. unrivaled reverence

4. Be careful when driving ___ weather conditions.

A. under averse
B. under adverse
C. into adverse
D. while adverse
E. during averse

5. Having such a rich family inheritance ___ had its effect on Rajon.
A. must
B. must be having
C. must have
D. having
E. must had
6. When I asked Asif ___ my mother, he said he had no idea where she was.
A. if he did see
B. he could see
C. if he has seen
D. if he had seen
E. that he had seen

7. Don't get hyped up about all the offers on the internet; I'm afraid most of these are all a (/an) ___.
A. sham
B. show
C. fraud
D. imitation
E. myth

8. It was the Director's subtle way of ___ that the project would henceforth be led by his rival.
A. relegating
B. announcing
C. disempowering
D. intimating
E. conversing

9. It takes great courage to keep up ___ of normalcy when everything around is pulling you down
A. an impression
B. a feeling
C. a show
D. a veneer
E. a facade

10. I'm impressed at the length he has gone through to create this detailed report in which he ___ the text
at several places.
A. annotated
B. referred
C. unraveled
D. interpreted
E. inferred

11.Despite the accounts of many witnesses, what happened there still remains ___ in secrecy.
A. shrouded
B. wrapped
C. meshed
D. woven
E. twisted

Q12-Q14 Instruction: Choose the most appropriate synonym of the highlighted word in the sentence:

12.As soon as the news was published, the newspaper was inundated with calls.
A. perturbed
B. bothered
C. denounced
D. flooded
E. dilapidated

13. The public did not care about the trial and was apathetic about the verdict.
A. enraged
B. unconcerned
C. boisterous
D. blasphemous
E. saddened

14. You must articulate your sentiments and philosophies properly for us to understand them.
A. refine
B. polish
C. express
D. summarize
E. tweak

Q15-Q20 Instruction: Underlined parts of the following sentences may contain error (s) in grammar, diction,
usage or idiom. Choose the underlined portion that contains such error(s). If there is no error, select (E)

15.Although the two families have always been involved in some form of bickering since the time they
moved into the same neighborhood, there was no major quarrel for the past two years. No error.
A. have always been
B. in some form of
C. since the time
D. was no major quarrel
E. No error

16. Despite all obstacles , I will complete this training on self-control by next month . No error.
A. despite all obstacles
B. will complete
C. training on
D. by next month
E. No error
17. I do not wish to sound too intrusive, but I would have been better pleased if you gave the award to the
person who best deserved it. No error .
A. to sound too intrusive
B. I would have been
C. if you gave
D. who best deserved
E. no error

18. Though many scientists had initially regarded his theory as absurd , and incompatible with common
sense, they later appreciated his work . No error .
A. had initially regarded
B. as absurd
C. incompatible
D. appreciated his work
E. no error

19. The principal stepped aside as the scam issue came up, and in the process asserting his moral
superiority. No error.
A. stepped aside
B. as the scam
C. came up
D. asserting
E. no error

20. Lately, many of the committee's suggestions has been rejected. No error .
A. lately
B. many of
C. committee's
D. has been
E. no error

Q21-Q24 Instruction: Identify the correct sentence

21.
A. The imposter can carry on for so long because she conducts herself as though she were a licensed practitioner.
B. The imposter could carry on so long because she conducted herself as if she was a licensed practitioner.
C. The imposter could carry on so long because she conducted herself as though she was a licensed practitioner.
D. The imposter carried on for so long because she would conduct herself as though she was a licensed
practitioner.
E. The imposter has been carrying on for so long because she had conducted herself as though she was a licensed
practitioner.

22.
A. She demanded that he immediately leave the house
B. She demanded that he immediately leaves the house.
C. She demands that he immediately leaves the house.
D. She is demanding that he will immediately leave the house.
E. She is demanding that he should immediately leave the house.

23.
A. This task ought to be given to her with who you are so impressed, not me!
B. This task ought to be given to her with whom you are so impressed, not I.
C. This task ought to be given to she with whom you are so impressed, not I.
D. This task ought to be given to her with who you are so impressed, not I.
E. This task ought to be given to her with whom you are so impressed, not me!

24.
A. Signing the contract, you cannot shrug off the liability by giving the excuse that you have not seen the fine
prints.
B. Once you have signed the contract, you cannot shrug off liability by giving the excuse that you have not seen
the fine prints.
C. Once you have signed the contract, you could not shrug off liability by giving the excuse that you did not seen
the fine prints.
D. Once signed, you cannot shrug off liability in contracts by giving the excuse that you have not seen the fine
prints.
E. Once the contract has been signed off, you cannot shrug off liability by giving the excuse that
you have not seen the fine prints.

Q25-Q28 Instruction: Answer the Questions based on the following passage:

An ecosystem is a group of animals and plants living in a specific region and interacting with one another and
with their physical environment. Ecosystems include physical and chemical components, such as soils, water, and
nutrients that support the organisms living there. These organisms may range from large animals to microscopic
bacteria. Ecosystems also can be thought of as the interactions among all organisms in a given habitat; for
instance, one species may serve as food for another. People are part of the ecosystems where they live and work.
Human activities can harm or destroy local ecosystems unless actions such as land development for housing or
businesses are carefully planned to conserve and sustain the ecology of the area. An important part of ecosystem
management involves finding ways to protect and enhance economic and social wellbeing while protecting local
ecosystems.

25. What is the main idea of the passage?

A. An ecosystem is a community that includes animals, plants, and microscopic bacteria
B. Human activities can do great damage to local ecosystems, so human communities should be
cautiously planned.
C. In managing the ecology of an area, it is important to protect both human interests and the interests of other
members of local ecosystems.
D. People should remember that they are a part of the ecosystems where they live and work.
E. None of the above

26. Which of the following best sums up activities within an ecosystem?

A. Predator-prey relationships
B. Interactions among all members
C. Human-animal interactions
D. Human relationship with the environment
E. None of the above

27. An ecosystem can most accurately be defined as a:

A. Geographical area
B. Community
C. Locality
D. Protected environment
E. None of the above

28. Which of the following statements is not directly proposed or supported in the passage?
A. Chemical components are also a part of the ecosystem.
B. Ecosystem represents the interactions among all organisms, big or small, in an area.
C. Species within an ecosystem are dependent on each other for food.
D. Protecting local ecosystems is more important than the economic well-being of humans.
E. None of the above

Q29-Q30 Instruction: Identify the sentence(s) that is/are showing the correct form of the given word.

29. The word: AMASS

i. At the end of the outreach program, they amassed a truckload of donations for distribution to
the flood victims.
ii. It was his intention from the very beginning to start a business in this line of trade to amass
wealth in the shortest possible time.
iii. The shipwreck lead to amasses of debris on the shore.

A. i only
B. both ii and iii
C. ii only
D. both i and ii
E. i, ii and iii
30. The word: ABORIGINE
i. The first crime done against the aborigines was to evict them of their homeland.
ii. The Haka dance is an aboriginous tradition of the Kiwis.
iii. The aboriginal inhabitants of this land had an important influence on the culture and tradition
of our society today.
A. both i and ii
B. both i and iii
C. both ii and iii
D. iii only
E. i, ii and iii

Analytical Abilities (31-35) 1x15 = 15

Questions 31-35
Two committees- one for Communication Club and the other for Cultural Club will be formed at IBA. The
eligible candidates are U, V, W, X, Y and Z. The following rules apply:
• Each committee must have exactly three members.
• The two committees must have at least one member in common.
• U and X cannot be in the same committee.
• If X is selected for one committee, Y must also be selected for that committee.

31. Which of the following can be members of Communication Club:

a. U, V and X
b. U, X and Z
c. V, W and X
d. V, X and Y
e. W, X and Z

32. Which of the following combination of Committees is valid?

a. U, V and W; X, Y and Z
b. U, W and Y; V, X and Z
c. U, X and Y; U, X and Z
d. V, W and Y; V, W and X
e. W, X and Y; X, Y and Z

33. If the members of Communication Club are V, W and Z, and if the Cultural Club is to have as many
members in common with Communication Club as the rule allow, the Cultural Club must consist of
a. U, V and W
b. V, W and Z
c. V, X and Z
d. W, Y and Z
e. X, Y and Z

34. If U and X are each selected for a committee, and only Z is selected for both
committee, which of the following must be true?
a. V is selected for the same committee as W
b. W is selected for the same committee as Y
c. W is selected for the same committee as X
d. U is selected for a different committee than Y
e. X is selected for a different committee than Y

35. If X and Z are both selected for the Communication Club, and if U is selected for the Cultural Club,
each of the following pair of students could be the other two members of the Cultural Club EXCEPT:
a. V and W
b. V and Z
c. W and Y.
d. W and Z
e. Y and Z

Questions 36-41:
Six singers A, B, C, X, Y and Z will perform on Channel I within the next 4 day period.
Each day one or two singer will perform. Each singer will perform only once during the four day period
according to the following conditions:
• X must perform on day 3
• In a day where two singers will perform cannot be followed by another day where two singers will
perform.
• Z must perform with some other singer.
• C must perform any day before A is scheduled to perform.
• Y must perform any day before B is scheduled to perform.

36. If only one singer performs in day 1, that singer could be

a. A
b. B
c. C
d. X
e. Z

37. Which of the following singers could perform together in day 2?

a. A and B.
b. B and C
c. B and Y
d. C and X
e. X and Z

38. If C and X perform together on the same day, which of the following must be true?
a. A performs on day 2
b. B performs in day 1
c. B performs on day 2
d. Y performs on day 4
e. Z performs on day 4

39. If A is to perform with B on the same day, which of the following must be true?
a. A performs on day 1.
b. Y performs on day 3.
c. Z performs on day 2.
d. Z performs on day 3.
e. A performs on day 4.

40. If Y performs on Day 3,which of the following singer must be scheduled to on a day alone?
a. A
b. C
c. X
d. Y
e. Z

41. If A performs with Y on the same day, which of the following must be true?
a. A must perform on day 3
b. C must perform on day 2
c. Y must perform on day 1
d. Z must perform on day 3
e. Z must perform on day 4

42. Ergot is a fungus that can infest the seed heads of any grain crop but is common only on rye. Ergot
contains chemicals poisonous to humans. Rye was introduced in Europe in the Middle Ages as a crop for
land too poor and damp for wheat to grow well. Thus, rye tended to be the staple of the poorer peasants.
Which of the following hypotheses is best supported by the information above?
a. Ergot did not occur in Europe prior to the Middle Ages.
b. People in the Middle Ages were well aware of the toxicity of ergot.
c. Before the introduction of rye, no attempts
had been made to cultivate the poor and damp land in Europe.
d. In Europe during the Middle Ages , prosperous people were less at risk from ergot poisoning than poor
people were.
e. Prior to the Middle Ages. Europe was as densely populated as dependence on a single grain crop permitted.

43. People often recall having felt chilled before the onset of a cold. This supports the hypothesis that
colds are, at least sometimes, caused by becoming chilled; it is the chill that allows a rhinovirus, if
present, to infect a person.
Which of the following, if true, most seriously weakens the force of the evidence cited above?
a. Being chilled is a form of stress, and stress lowers the defense of a person's immune system, which guards
against infection.
b. After a rhinovirus has incubated in a person for several days, the first symptom it causes is a feeling of
chilliness.
c. People who are tired and then become chilled are more likely to catch severe colds than are people who are
chilled without being tired.
d. Some people who catch colds are not sure what it was that allowed them to
catch cold.
e. Rhinovirus are not always present in the environment, and so a person could become chilled without catching
a cold.

44. Reds are faster than Yellows, Oranges are faster than Blues.
Blues are just as fast as Reds. Browns are faster than Whites, which are faster than Yellows.
Which of the following must be true?
a. Browns are faster than Reds
b. Browns are faster than Oranges
c. Oranges are faster than Brown
d. Browns are faster than Blues
e. None of these

45. A newspaper advertisement reads as follows: “Never again will you have to pay
high prices for imported spring water. It is now bottled locally and economically. You'll never taste the
difference. However, if you're likely to be embarrassed to serve domestic spring water, simply serve
it in a leaded crystal bottle."
What is the assumption used in this advertisement?
a. It's not hard to tell the difference between domestic water and imported water
based on its flavor.
b. The majority of spring water is bottled at its source.
c. Restrictions on import and customs duties make the price of imported water higher.
d. Spring water tastes best when it's served from a decanter.
e. Some people purchase imported spring water instead of domestic, as a status symbol
Mathematics (46-75) 1 x 30 = 30
46.If x>0, which of the following must be true?
I. x-x² <0
II. 2x-1>0
III. x²-x³>0 (1)
A. only I
B. only II
C. only III
D. all of these
E. None of these on

47.There are 87 balls in a jar. Each ball painted with at least one of two colors, red and green. It is
observed that 2/7 of the balls that have red color also have green color, while 3/7 of the balls that
have green color also have red color. What fraction of the balls in the jar has both red and
green colors? (1)
A. 6/14
B. 2/7
C. 6/35
D. 6/29
E. None of these

48. Two trains are moving in opposite directions at 60 km/hr and 90 km/hr. Their lengths are 1.10 km
and 0.9 km respectively. The time taken by the slower train to cross the faster train in
seconds is: (1)
A. 36
B. 45
C. 48
D. 49
E. None of these

49. A car travelling at a certain constant speed takes 2 seconds longer to travel 1 kilometer than it
would take to travel 1 kilometer at 75 kilometers per hour. At what speed, in kilometers per hour, is
the car travelling? (1)
A. 60
B. 62
C. 70
D. 72
E. None of these

50. A batsman makes a score of 87 runs in the 17th inning and thus increases his averages by 3.
What is his average after 17th inning? (1)
A. 23
B. 34
C. 39
D. 44
E. none of these
51. A number when divided by a divisor leaves a remainder of 33. When twice the original number is
divided by the same divisor, the remainder is 13. What is the value of the divisor? (1)
A. 13
B. 20
C. 38
D. 53
E. none of these

52. The profit on sale of 100 pencils is equal to the selling price of 20 pencils. What is
the profit margin? (1)
A. 20%
B. 25%
C. 33.33%
D. 40%
E. None of these

53. If xy < 0, then which of the following must be true?

(2A) (x + y)
2> x
2+ y
(2B) (x + y)
2< x
2+ y
(2C) (x - y)
>2 x
2- y
(D) both b and c
(E) None of these
(1)
A. A
B. B
C. C
D. D
E. E

54. A and B working together can finish a job in x days. If A works alone and completes the job, he will
take x + 4 days. If B works alone and completes the same job, he will take x + 16 days. What
is x? (1)
A. 4
B. 6
C. 8
D. 10
E. None of these
55. In the diagram, BA is parallel to DE,
ABC= 110° and

CDE = 140°. Calculate the value of BCD.

(1)

A. 90°
B. 100°
C. 110°
D. 135°
E. None of these

56. If x and y are integers and xy

is a positive odd integer, which of the following must be true?

I. 𝑥𝑦 2 is positive
II. 𝑥𝑦 2 is odd
III. x + y is even. (1)
A. I only
B. II only
C. III only
D. I and II
E. II and III

57. In a club, one half of the members are male and the other half of the members are female. Forty
percent of the members are engineers and the rest are architects. If 15% of the members are
male engineers, what percent of the members are female architects ? (1)
A. 15
B. 25
C. 30
D. 35
E. None of these

58. After 3 quizzes, Apu had an average of 12 marks per quiz. In order to increase the average by n
tmh arks, what should be the score in his 4
quiz? (1)
A. 4n
B. 36+ 3n
C. 12n
D. 12 + 4n
 E. None of these

59. The capacity of Jar A is 8 litres and that of Jar B is 12 liters. If 8 litres of water are to be poured in
the two jars in such a way that each is filled to the same fraction of its capacity, how many
litres of water must be poured in jar B? (1)
A. 52/10
B. 32/7
C. 24/5
D. 42/9
E. None of these

60. x and y are integers. If (x + 1) > 0 and xy > 0, which of the following must be true? (1)
A. y > 0.
B. y <.0
C. y>x
D. y<x
E. None of these

61. In the figure, what is the value of y?

(1)
A. 20
B. 25
C. 30
D. 35
E. None of these

62. The price of a TV was first discounted by a certain percent and then by another 20 percent of the
discounted price. If these two discounts are equivalent to a single discount of 32 percent of the
original price, what was the first discount? (1)
A. 10%
B. 12.5%
C. 15%
D. 26%
E. None of these

63. If x is an even integer and y and z are odd integers, which of the following CANNOT be an
integer? (1)
a. x/y
b. y/z
c. z/y
 d. xz/y
e. None of these

64. A mixture of sugar and water contains sugar and water in the ratio of 3: 2. Another mixture of
sugar and water contains sugar and water in the ratio of 2: 5. In what ratio should the two
mixtures be mixed so that the resultant mixture contains equal proportion of sugar and water? (1)
A. 2:1
B. 3:1
C. 3:2
D. 4:1
E. None of these

65. Apu took 3/5 of the marbles kept in a box. His younger took another 3/5 of the remaining
marbles. Then his sister took another 3/5 of remaining marbles. What fractions of the marbles
are left in the box? (1)
A. 8/125
B. 11/125
C. 13/125
D. 17/125
E. None of these

66. Minhaz and Alam can complete a work in 18 days. After working together for 12 days Minhaz
stops and Alam completes the remaining work in 8 days. In how many days can Minhaz
complete the work if he works alone? (1)
A. 32
B. 48
C. 56
D. 72
E. None of these

67. If x, y, and z are positive integers and 3x = 4y = 7z, then the least possible value of x + y + z is (1)
A. 33
B. 40
C. 49
D. 61
E. None of these

68. There are 10 women and 3 men in Room A. One person is picked at random from Room A and
moved to room B, where there are already 3 women and 5 men. If a single person is then to be
picked from room B, what is the probability that a woman will be picked? (1)
A. 13/21
B. 49/117
C. 40/117
D. 15/52
E. None of these
69. A man sells seven different-sized balls. Each ball costs n Taka more than the next one below it in size,
and the price of the biggest ball is Taka 46. If the sum of the prices of the seven different
balls is Taka 175, what is the value of n? (1)
A. 6
B. 7
C. 8
D. 9
E. None of these

70. If x and y are positive integers, and x = 2y and z = 3x, then which of the following must be true? (1)
A. x/2 is a factor of z
B. 2x is a factor of z
C. 3x is a factor of z/2
D. z is a factor of y
E. None of these

71. Each question is followed by two statements. Decide whether the data in the statements are sufficient
to answer the question. Select your answer according to whether -

A box contains red chips, white chips, and blue chips. If a chip is randomly selected from the box,
what is the probability that the chip will be either white or blue?
1. The probability that the chip will be blue is 1/5
2. The probability that the chip will be red is 1/3 (1)

A. Statement (1) alone is sufficient, but statement (2) alone is not sufficient to answer the question.
B. Statement (2) alone is sufficient, but statement (1) alone is not sufficient to answer the question.
C. Both statements taken together are sufficient to answer the question, but neither statement alone is
sufficient.
D. Each statement alone is sufficient.
E. Statements (1) and (2) together are not sufficient, and additional data is needed to answer the question.

72. Each question is followed by two statements. Decide whether the data in the statements are sufficient
to answer the question. Select your answer according to whether -

If x + y + z> 0, is z> 1?
1. z> x + y + 1
2.x + y + 1 <0 (1)

A. Statement (1) alone is sufficient, but statement (2) alone is not sufficient to answer the question.
B. Statement (2) alone is sufficient, but statement (1) alone is not sufficient to answer the question.
C. Both statements taken together are sufficient to answer the question, but neither statement alone is
sufficient.
D. Each statement alone is sufficient.
E. Statements (1) and (2) together are not sufficient, and additional data is needed to answer the question.
73. Each question is followed by two statements. Decide whether the data in the statements are sufficient
to answer the question. Select your answer according to whether -
 What is the remainder when the positive integer x is divided by 16?
1. When x is divided by 24, the remainder is 5.
2. When x is divided by 18, the remainder is 11. (1)

A. Statement (1) alone is sufficient, but statement (2) alone is not sufficient to answer the question.
B. Statement (2) alone is sufficient, but statement (1) alone is not sufficient to answer the question.
C. Both statements taken together are sufficient to answer the question, but neither statement alone is
sufficient.
D. Each statement alone is sufficient.
E. Statements (1) and (2) together are not sufficient, and additional data is needed to answer the question.

74. Each question is followed by two statements. Decide whether the data in the statements are sufficient
to answer the question. Select your answer according to whether -

How many male members in a group of 100 members are from Chittagong?
1. the members, 60 percent are from Chittagong.
2. Of the members, 40 are male. (1)

A. Statement (1) alone is sufficient, but statement (2) alone is not sufficient to answer the question.
B. Statement (2) alone is sufficient, but statement (1) alone is not sufficient to answer the question.
C. Both statements taken together are sufficient to answer the question, but neither statement alone is
sufficient.
D. Each statement alone is sufficient.
E. Statements (1) and (2) together are not sufficient, and additional data is needed to answer the question.

75. Each question is followed by two statements. Decide whether the data in the statements are sufficient
to answer the question. Select your answer according to whether -

60. If xy <3, is x < 1?

1. y > 3
2. x <3 (1)

A. Statement (1) alone is sufficient, but statement (2) alone is not sufficient to answer the question
B. Statement (2) alone is sufficient, but statement (1) alone is not sufficient to answer the question.
C. Both statements taken together are sufficient to answer the question, but neither statement alone is
sufficient.
D. Each statement alone is sufficient.
E. Statements (1) and (2) together are not sufficient, and additional data is needed to answer the question.

Answer Key:
Questions Answers Questions Answers Questions Answers
1. D 31. D 46. E
2. E 32. E 47. D
3. D 33. B 48. C
4. B 34. D 49. D
5. C 35. A 50. C
6. D 36. C 51. D
7. C 37. B 52. B
8. D 38. C 53. B
9. A 39. E 54. C
10. B 40. A 55. C
11. A 41. E 56. E
12. D 42. D 57. A
13. B 43. B 58. D
14. B 44. E 59. C
15. B 45. E 60. A
16. B 61. B
17. C 62. C
18. C 63. E
19. D 64. E
20. D 65. A
21. A 66. D
22. A 67. D
23. E 68. B
24. A 69. A
25. C 70. A
26. B 71. B
27. B 72. B
28. E 73. E
29. D 74. E
30. B 75. A
English Solution (1-30)
1. D. where

Explanation:
D. where: The word "where" is used to refer to a location. In this sentence, "where" correctly connects "fishing
port" and "fishermen set their traps."

A. which is where: This is redundant. The word "which" is unnecessary because "where" alone suffices to
connect the clause.
B. the location where: This phrase is unnecessarily wordy. The single word "where" is more concise and
appropriate.
C. a place at which: This phrase is awkward and less commonly used in such contexts. "Where" is simpler and
more natural.
E. none of these: This option is incorrect because "where" is the correct and most appropriate word to use.

2.E. indefinitely -- diminishes

Explanation:
E. indefinitely -- diminishes: "Indefinitely" means without any end or limit, which fits the context of sound
waves traveling on. "Diminishes" correctly describes the reduction in intensity over distance.

A. erratically mitigates: "Erratically" means unpredictably, which does not fit the context of sound waves' travel.
"Mitigates" means to make less severe, which is incorrect here.
B. erratically alleviates: Same issue with "erratically." "Alleviates" means to relieve, which is not appropriate
for describing sound wave intensity.
C. forever-increases: "Forever" is incorrect as sound waves do not increase in intensity as they travel.
D. steadily - stabilizes: "Steadily" might fit, but "stabilizes" is incorrect because sound waves do not maintain
their intensity; they diminish.

3. D: unchallenged - disdain

Explanation:
"Unchallenged" means not disputed or questioned, which fits the context of theories that were accepted without
challenge.
"Disdain" means a feeling of contempt or scorn, which accurately describes the attitude of the scientific
establishment towards these theories.

A. "Corroborated-approval": "Corroborated" means confirmed or supported by evidence, not necessarily

reflecting the historical treatment of theories. "Approval" suggests agreement rather than disdain.
B. "Dismissed-contempt": "Dismissed" means rejected or disregarded, which fits, but "contempt" is more about
scorn than historical treatment.
C. "Accepted-approbation": "Accepted" means acknowledged or approved, not reflecting historical treatment
with disdain.
E. "Unrivaled-reverence": "Unrivaled" means unmatched or superior, and "reverence" means deep respect or
admiration, which doesn't convey the historical treatment with disdain.

4. B: under adverse

Explanation:
"Adverse" means unfavorable or harmful, fitting the context of caution needed in challenging weather conditions.:

A. "Under averse": "Averse" means having a strong dislike or opposition to something, not describing weather
conditions.
C. "Into adverse": "Into" implies movement towards something, not the correct preposition for describing
conditions.
D. "While adverse": "While" suggests simultaneous action, but "adverse" is an adjective describing the
conditions rather than an action.
E. "During averse": "During" indicates a period of time, but "averse" is an adjective meaning opposed or
disinclined, not describing weather conditions.

5. C. must have

Explanation:
C. must have: "Must have" implies a concluded inference about the effect of inheritance.
Incorrect Options:
A. must: Incomplete; "must have" is required to imply past inference.
B. must be having: Implies ongoing effect, inappropriate for completed action indicated by "had."
D. having: Incomplete and does not fit grammatically with the sentence structure.
E. must had: Grammatically incorrect; "must" needs to be followed by "have" for the correct past tense
construction.

6. D: if he had seen

Explanation:
This answer uses the correct past perfect tense ("had seen"), which is appropriate for the context of asking about
a past event (seeing Asif's mother).

A. "if he did see": Uses simple past tense, which doesn't fit the context of asking about a hypothetical past action.
B. "he could see": Changes the meaning and doesn't fit the structure needed.
C. "if he has seen": Uses present perfect tense, which is not suitable for the past context.
E. "that he had seen": Changes the meaning and structure of the sentence.

7.C: fraud

Explanation:
"Fraud" means deceit or trickery, fitting the context of offers that may not be genuine.
A. "sham": Also means something fake or false, but "fraud" is more specific to deceit.
B. "show": Refers to a display or presentation, not necessarily deceitful.
D. "imitation": Refers to something copied or mimicked, not necessarily deceitful.
E. "myth": Refers to a traditional story or belief, not related to deceit.

8.D: intimating

Explanation:
"Intimating" means suggesting indirectly, which fits the context of the Director subtly hinting about the project's
leadership change.

A. "relegating": Means to consign or downgrade, not indicating a subtle suggestion.

B. "announcing": Means making something known publicly, not subtle.
C. "disempowering": Means reducing someone's power or authority, not indicating a subtle hint.
E. "conversing": Means having a conversation, not indicating a hint about leadership.

9. A: an impression

Explanation:
"An impression" fits the context of maintaining an appearance or facade of normalcy despite difficulties.

B. "a feeling": Doesn't convey the idea of outward appearance or facade.

C. "a show": Could imply a display, but "an impression" better fits the context of maintaining normalcy.
D. "a veneer": Refers to a thin layer covering something, not necessarily maintaining an appearance.
E. "a facade": Similar to "a veneer," but "an impression" more directly relates to appearance or facade.

10. B: referred

Explanation:
"Referred" means to consult or mention, which fits the context of the detailed report mentioning or consulting the
text.

A. "annotated": Means to add notes or comments, not necessarily consulting or mentioning the text.
C. "unraveled": Means to explain or solve, not directly related to consulting or mentioning.
D. "interpreted": Means to explain or understand, not directly related to consulting or mentioning.
E. "inferred": Means to deduce or conclude, not directly related to consulting or mentioning.

11. A: shrouded

Explanation:
"Shrouded" means covered or concealed, fitting the context of something remaining hidden or secret despite
witness accounts.

B. "wrapped": Means covered or enclosed, but doesn't specifically convey secrecy.

C. "meshed": Means interwoven or integrated, not related to secrecy.
D. "woven": Means made by weaving threads together, not related to secrecy.
E. "twisted": Means contorted or distorted, not related to secrecy.

12. D: flooded

Explanation:
"Flooded" means overwhelmed or inundated, which is synonymous with being inundated with calls.

A. "Perturbed": Means disturbed or troubled, not synonymous with flooded.

B. "Bothered": Means annoyed or disturbed, not synonymous with flooded.
C. "Denounced": Means publicly criticize or condemn, not synonymous with flooded.
E. "Dilapidated": Means in a state of disrepair or ruin, not synonymous with flooded.

13. B: unconcerned

Explanation:
"Unconcerned" means not interested or indifferent, which is synonymous with apathetic.

A. "Enraged": Means extremely angry, opposite in meaning to apathetic.

C. "Boisterous": Means noisy or lively, not synonymous with apathetic.
D. "Blasphemous": Means sacrilegious or disrespectful, not synonymous with apathetic.
E. "Saddened": Means made sad or sorrowful, not synonymous with apathetic.

14. B: polish

Explanation:
"Polish" means to refine or improve, which is synonymous with articulating sentiments and philosophies properly.

A. "Refine": Also means to improve, but "polish" fits better in the context of making something more articulate.
C. "Express": Means to convey or communicate, but doesn't specifically imply refining or improving.
D. "Summarize": Means to give a brief statement of the main points, not synonymous with refining.
E. "Tweak": Means to make small adjustments or changes, not synonymous with refining sentiments and
philosophies.

15. B: in some form of

Explanation:
The correct phrase should be "involved in bickering," without the unnecessary addition of "form of." Therefore,
"in some form of" is the error. "Involved in bickering" is idiomatic and correct usage to describe participation in
arguments or disputes. "In some form of" adds unnecessary complexity and is not the typical expression used in
this context.
16. B. will complete

Explanation:
B. will complete: The phrase "will complete" is correct and indicates a future action. However, "will have
completed" would be more accurate to indicate the action will be finished by a specific future time (by next
month).

A. despite all obstacles: This phrase is correct. "Despite" is properly used as a preposition meaning "in spite of,"
and "all obstacles" is a correct noun phrase.
C. training on: This phrase is grammatically correct. "Training on" correctly indicates the subject of the training.
D. by next month: This phrase is correct and indicates the deadline for completing the training.
E. No error: Incorrect, as the more accurate form would be "will have completed."

17. C. if you gave

Explanation:
C. if you gave: The correct form should be "if you had given" to match the conditional perfect structure ("I would
have been better pleased if you had given").

A. to sound too intrusive: This phrase is correct. "To sound too intrusive" correctly conveys the speaker's
intention.
B. I would have been: This phrase is correct. "Would have been" is appropriately used for hypothetical past
situations.
D. who best deserved: This phrase is correct. "Who best deserved" is an appropriate relative clause.
E. No error: Incorrect, as "if you gave" should be "if you had given."

18. C. incompatible

Explanation:
C. incompatible: The correct conjunction should be "and as incompatible" to parallel the structure ("as absurd
and as incompatible").

A. had initially regarded: This phrase is correct. "Had initially regarded" appropriately uses the past perfect
tense to indicate an action that happened before another past action.
B. as absurd: This phrase is correct. "As absurd" is correctly used to describe the initial view of the theory.
D. appreciated his work: This phrase is correct. "Appreciated his work" accurately conveys the scientists' later
recognition.
E. No error: Incorrect, as "incompatible" should be "and as incompatible."
19. D. asserting

Explanation:
D. asserting: The correct form should be "and in the process asserted" to maintain parallel structure with "stepped
aside."

A. stepped aside: This phrase is correct. "Stepped aside" is appropriately used to indicate the principal's action.
B. as the scam: This phrase is correct. "As the scam" is correctly used to introduce the reason for stepping aside.
C. came up: This phrase is correct. "Came up" is appropriately used to indicate the emergence of the issue.
E. No error: Incorrect, as "asserting" should be "asserted."

20. D. has been

Explanation:
D. has been: The correct form should be "have been" because "suggestions" is plural and requires a plural verb
form.

A. lately: This phrase is correct. "Lately" is appropriately used to indicate recent events.
B. many of: This phrase is correct. "Many of" is correctly used to indicate a portion of the committee's
suggestions.
C. committee's: This phrase is correct. "Committee's" is appropriately used as a possessive noun.
E. No error: Incorrect, as "has been" should be "have been

21. A. The imposter can carry on for so long because she conducts herself as though she were a licensed
practitioner.

Explanation:
A. This sentence is correct because it uses "as though she were," which is the correct subjunctive form after "as
though" to express an unreal situation. "Can" and "conducts" correctly indicate the present tense.

B. "As if she was" should be "as though she were" to correctly use the subjunctive mood.
C. Same issue as B, with "as though she was" instead of "as though she were."
D. "Would conduct" is incorrect because it implies habitual past action. Also, "as though she was" should be "as
though she were."
E. "Had conducted" is past perfect, which is incorrect because the sentence is about ongoing action.

22. A. She demanded that he immediately leave the house.

Explanation:
A. This sentence correctly uses the subjunctive mood with "demanded that he leave," which is the correct form
after verbs of demand, suggestion, or request.

B. "Immediately leaves" should be "immediately leave" to correctly use the subjunctive.

C. Same issue as B, with incorrect subjunctive form.
D. "Will immediately leave" is incorrect because "demand" requires the subjunctive.
E. "Should immediately leave" is incorrect because it adds unnecessary modal "should" which is not required in
subjunctive.

23. E. This task ought to be given to her with whom you are so impressed, not me!

Explanation:
E. This sentence is correct because it correctly uses "whom" as the object of the preposition "with." "Not me" is
correct in the informal style, though in formal writing "not I" could be preferred.
Incorrect Options:

A. "Who" should be "whom" because it is the object of the preposition.

B. "Not I" is grammatically formal but "whom" is correct.
C. "She" should be "her" to correctly use the objective case.
D. Same issue as A, with "who" instead of "whom."

24. A. Signing the contract, you cannot shrug off the liability by giving the excuse that you have not seen
the fine prints.

Explanation:
A. This sentence correctly uses the present participle "Signing the contract" to introduce the condition and
maintains the correct sequence of tenses.

B. "Once you have signed the contract" is grammatically correct but "the liability" can be omitted for more concise
writing.
C. "Did not seen" should be "did not see" or "have not seen" for correct tense usage.
D. "Once signed" is correct but "in contracts" is unnecessary and complicates the sentence.
E. "Once the contract has been signed off" is a correct structure, but the phrase "by giving the excuse that you
have not seen the fine prints" is not as concise as it could be. "Signed off" also adds an unnecessary formality.

25. C. In managing the ecology of an area, it is important to protect both human interests and the interests
of other members of local ecosystems.

Explanation:
C. This option accurately captures the main idea of the passage, which emphasizes the need to balance economic
and social well-being with the protection and conservation of local ecosystems.

A. This statement is true but too narrow to be the main idea of the passage.
B. This statement is partially correct but does not encompass the entire scope of the passage.
D. This statement is a detail in the passage but not the main idea.
E. This option is incorrect because the correct answer is provided.

26. B. Interactions among all members

Explanation:
B. This option is correct because the passage describes ecosystems as involving interactions among all organisms,
including plants, animals, and microscopic bacteria.

A. This is a specific type of interaction but does not sum up all activities within an ecosystem.
C. This focuses only on human-animal interactions, which is too narrow.
D. This is partially correct but does not encompass the full range of interactions.
E. This option is incorrect because the correct answer is provided.

27. B. Community

Explanation:
B. This option is correct because the passage describes an ecosystem as a community of animals and plants
interacting with each other and their physical environment.
Incorrect Options:

A. This is too general and does not emphasize the interactive component of an ecosystem.
C. This is too vague and does not highlight the biological interactions.
D. This is not mentioned in the passage.
E. This option is incorrect because the correct answer is provided.

28. E. None of the above

Explanation:
This is correct because statements A, B, C, and D are all directly proposed or supported by the passage.

A. Supported by the passage, which states, "Ecosystems include physical and chemical components."
B. Supported by the passage, which states, "Ecosystems also can be thought of as the interactions among all
organisms in a given habitat."
C. Supported by the passage, which mentions, "One species may serve as food for another."
D. Implied by the passage, which emphasizes the need for balancing human activities with ecological
conservation.

29.D. both i and ii

Explanation:
i. Correct usage of "amassed" as a verb meaning to gather or collect a large amount.
ii. Correct usage of "amass" as a verb meaning to accumulate a large amount.
iii. Incorrect usage of "amasses." The correct form should be "masses" or "an amassing of debris."

30.B. both i and iii

Explanation:
i. Correct usage of "aborigines" to refer to the indigenous people.
iii. Correct usage of "aboriginal" as an adjective describing the indigenous inhabitants.

ii. Incorrect form. The correct adjective should be "aboriginal," not "aboriginous."
Analytical Ability Solution (31-45) 1 x 15 = 15
31. Solution: D. V, X and Y
Option Analysis:

(a) U, V and X: This option is incorrect because U and X cannot be in the same committee.

(b) U, X and Z: Again, U and X cannot be in the same committee.

(c) V, W and X: This option is incorrect because if X is selected, Y must also be selected, and Y is not included
in this option.

(e) W, X and Z: Similar to option c, if X is selected, Y must also be selected, and Y is not included in this
option.

Therefore, only option d. V, X and Y satisfies all the given conditions.

32. Solution: E. W, X and Y; X, Y and Z

Option Analysis:

(a) U, V and W; X, Y and Z

Violates the second condition that says both the committees have to have atleast one member in common.

(b) U, W and Y; V, X and Z

The committees have no members in common and X is selected but Y is not. These 2 violations of
combinations prevent option b. from becoming the correct answer.

(c) U, X and Y; U, X and Z

U and X are in the same committee which is a violation of the rule.

(d) V, W and Y; V, W and X

X is selected but Y is not which is a violation of the rule.

(e) W, X and Y; X, Y and Z

Rule 1: Both committees have 3 members.

Rule 2: The committees have 2 (X and Y) members in common.
Rule 3: U and X are not in the same committee.
Rule 4: X is selected and Y is also selected.

Therefore, option e. is the only valid combination of committees that satisfies all the given rules.

33. Solution: B. V, W and Z

Option Analysis:

Option (A) U, V, and W

This option is possible but doesn’t maximize the common members.

Option (B) V, W, and Z

Members in common with the Communication Club: V, W, Z. The Cultural Club shares all 3 members with the
Communication Club.
This option is valid since it satisfies all rules:
U and X are not in the same committee (irrelevant here).X is not in the committee, so Y is not required.

Option (C) V, X, and Z.

This option is invalid because it violates the rule requiring Y if X is included.

Option (D) W, Y, and Z.

This option is possible but doesn’t maximize the common members.

Option (E) X, Y, and Z.

X is in this committee, so Y must also be in the committee. This option has Y, so it’s valid, but doesn’t
maximize the common members.

Hence, the correct answer is indeed b. V, W, and Z

34. Solution: D. U is selected for a different committee than Y

Option Analysis:

Option A is not true. Either V or W has to be selected to form a 3 member committee that satisfies all
conditions.

‘W is selected for the same committee as Y’ is not necessarily true. W could be selected for the committee, but
its not guaranteed.

‘W is selected for the same committee as X’ is not true. X is already selected for one committee, and W cannot
be selected for the same committee due to the rule that if X is selected Y must also be selected.
Option D. must be true because X and Y must be selected together, and U cannot be on the same committee as
X. Moreover,Z is the only common member between both committees.Therefore, U must be on a different
committee than Y.

‘X is selected for a different committee than Y’ is not true. As mentioned earlier, X and Y must be selected for
the same committee.

Therefore, the only option that must be true is D. U is selected for a different committee than Y.

35. Solution : A. V and W

Option Analysis:
(a) V and W:

If V and W are in the Cultural Club, then the two committees will have no common member, violating
condition 2. Therefore, V and W cannot be in the Cultural Club together.

The other options are possible as the two committees will have one common member and will not violate any
other condition.

Therefore, the only pair of students who cannot be the other two members of the Cultural Club under the given
conditions is V and W. The answer is a. V and W

36. Solution: C. C
Option Analysis:

(a) A:
If A performs on day 1, then according to condition 4, C must perform on a previous day. However, day 1 is the
first day, so this is impossible. Therefore, A cannot perform on day 1.

(b) B:
If B performs on day 1, then according to condition 5, Y must perform on a previous day. However, day 1 is the
first day, so this is impossible. Therefore, B cannot perform on day 1.

(c) C:
If C performs on day 1, there are no conflicts with any of the given conditions. Therefore, C could perform on
day 1.

(d) X:
X is scheduled to perform on day 3. Therefore, X cannot perform on day 1.

(e) Z:
According to condition 3, Z must perform with some other singer. If only one singer performs on day 1, then Z
cannot perform on that day. Therefore, Z cannot perform on day 1.

Therefore, the only singer who could perform on day 1 if only one singer performs on that day is C.

37. Solution: B. B and C

Option Analysis:
(a) A and B:
This is not possible because of conditions 4 and 5. C must perform before A, and Y must perform before B. If C
and Y both perform on day 1 then it will violate condition 2.
(b) B and C:
This is possible. If B and C perform on day 2, then X must perform on day 3 (as per condition 1). This leaves
days 1 and 4 for the remaining singers, A, Y, and Z. Since Z must perform with another singer (condition 3), A
and Y can perform on day 1 and Z can perform with either A or Y on day 4.
(c) B and Y:
This is not possible because of condition 5. Y must perform before B.
(d) C and X:
This is not possible because of condition 1. X must perform on day 3.
(e) X and Z:
This is not possible because of condition 1. X must perform on day 3.
Therefore, the only pair of singers who could perform together on day 2 is b. B and C.

38. Solution: C. B performs on day 2

(a) A performs on day 2:

it is not necessarily true, as A could also perform on day 1 or 4.

(b) B performs on day 1:

This is not possible because Y must perform before B, and there is only one day left (day 4) after C and X
perform together.

(c) B performs on day 2:

This is necessarily true. If C and X perform together on day 3, then B must perform on day 2 to ensure that Y
performs before B (condition 5).

(d) Y performs on day 4:

it is not necessarily true, as Y could also perform on day 1 or 2.

(e) Z performs on day 4:

it is not necessarily true, as Z could also perform on day 1 or 2.
Therefore, the statement that must be true if C and X perform together on the same day is c. B performs on day
2.
39. Solution: E. A performs on day 4.

If A performs on day 1, then C must perform on the day before. However, that is not possible. So, this option is
not correct.

If A performs on day 4 then B performs day 4 as well. So, C or Y must perform on day 1, 2, or 3 This is the
only option that satisfies all the given conditions. Therefore, A must perform on day 4 for A to perform with B
on the same day.

The other options might be possible but they are not absolutely true.
Therefore, the correct answer is e. A performs on day 4.

40. Solution: A. A

The arrangement would look like this:

Day 1 ( Z and C)
Day 2 ( A )
Day 3 ( X, Y)
Day 4 (B)

Since we already know according to the condition that X is set to perform on day 3,
X and Y must perform together on that day. So, on Day 2 and Day 4 a singer must perform alone.
Day 1 a singer must perform together with Z. Since we know Y performs before B, So B must perform alone on
day 4 and since C must perform before A, C must perform on day 1 with Z.
Therefore, the only valid option here is that A must perform alone on Day 2.

41. Solution: E. Z must perform on day 4

Option Analysis:

(a) A must perform on day 3:

This is not necessarily true. A could perform with Y on day 1 or 2, leaving day 3 for X.
(b) C must perform on day 2:
This is not necessarily true. C could perform on day 1 if A performs with Y on day 2.
(c) Y must perform on day 1:
This is not necessarily true. Y could perform with A on any day except day 4, as there cannot be two
consecutive days with two singers performing.
(d) Z must perform on day 3:
This is not necessarily true. Z could perform with any other singer except X on any day except day 3.
(e) Z must perform on day 4:
This is true. Since X must perform on day 3 and there cannot be two consecutive days with two singers
performing, Z must perform with the remaining singer (either C or B) on day 4.
Therefore, the statement that must be true if A performs with Y on the same day is e. Z must perform on day
4.

42. Solution: D. In Europe during the Middle Ages , prosperous people were less at risk
from ergot poisoning than poor people were.

The best hypothesis supported by the information is option d.

Here's why:
-The passage states that rye was a staple of the poorer peasants.
-Ergot is a fungus that infests rye and contains poisonous chemicals.
-This suggests that those who relied on rye for their sustenance were more likely to be exposed to ergot and its
toxins.
-Prosperous people, who likely had access to a wider variety of foods, would have been less dependent on rye
and therefore less at risk.

The other options are not supported by the information:

a. The passage states that rye was introduced in Europe in the Middle Ages, but it doesn't imply that ergot didn't
exist before then.
b. The passage doesn't explicitly state that people in the Middle Ages knew about ergot's toxicity.
c. The passage doesn't mention any attempts to cultivate the poor and damp land before rye was introduced.
e. There's no information in the passage to support the claim that Europe's population was limited by
dependence on a single grain crop before the Middle Ages.

43. Solution: B. After a rhinovirus has incubated in a person for several days, the first
symptom it causes is a feeling of chilliness.

The option that most seriously weakens this argument is option b.

This option suggests that the feeling of chilliness might actually be a symptom of the cold, rather than a cause
of it. In other words, the rhinovirus might already be present and incubating, and the chilliness is simply a
symptom of the infection, not a factor that allows the infection to occur.

Therefore, option b. directly challenges the causal relationship between being chilled and catching a cold,
significantly weakening the force of the evidence cited.

44. Solution: E. None of these

From the above information, we can deduce that:

Since Blues are just as fast as Reds, and Reds are faster than Yellows, Blues must also be faster than Yellows.

Since Browns are faster than Whites, and Whites are faster than Yellows, Browns must also be faster than
Yellows.

Therefore, we can conclude that both Browns and Blues are faster than Yellows. However, we cannot determine
the relative speeds of Browns, Oranges, and Reds from the given information.

So, none of the options (a, b, c, d) must be true.

45. Solution: E. Some people purchase imported spring water instead of domestic, as a
status symbol
The advertisement suggests that people might be embarrassed to serve domestic spring water, implying that
there is a social stigma associated with it. This suggests that people might purchase imported water as a status
symbol, rather than for its taste or quality.

Math Solution(46-70)
Problem 46:

Given:
x>0
We have to check which of the following statements must be true:

1. x−x2<0
Factor the expression:
x(1−x)<0
Since x>0, for this to be negative, 1−x<0, meaning x>1. Therefore, this is not always true.
2. 2x−1>0
Solve for x:
2x>1⇒x>1/2
This is true when x>0.5, which is not always true if x is less than 0.5.
3. x2−x3>0
Factor the expression:
x2(1−x)>0
For this to be true, x>0 and x<1. This holds when x is between 0 and 1.
Conclusion: None of these statements are always true.
Answer: E

Problem 47:

Given:
There are 87 balls, each painted either red or green (or both).
2/7 of red balls also have green, and 3/7 of green balls also have red.

Let the number of red balls be R and the number of green balls be G. The number of balls with both
colors is the same, say B.

B=2/7R=3/7G

Thus,

R=7/2B and G=7/3B

The total number of balls is R+G−B=87:

7/2B+7/3B−B=87

Multiply through by 6:

21B+14B−6B=522
⇒29B=522
⇒B=18

The fraction of balls with both colors is:

B/87=18/87=6/29

Answer: D

Problem 48:

Given:
Two trains are moving in opposite directions at 60 km/hr and 90 km/hr, with lengths 1.1 km and 0.9
km respectively. The time taken by the slower train to cross the faster train in seconds is required.

The relative speed is:

60+90=150 km/hr=150×1000/3600=41.67 m/s

The total length to be covered is:

1.1+0.9=2 km=2000 meters

The time taken is:

2000/41.67=48 seconds

Answer: C

Problem 49:

Given:
A car traveling at a certain constant speed takes 2 seconds longer to travel 1 km than it would at 75
km/hr. We need to find the car's speed.

Time taken at 75 km/hr:

t1=175×3600=48 seconds

Let the car's speed be v km/hr. The time taken at speed v is:

t2=1/v×3600

We are told:

t2=t1+2=48+2=50 seconds

Thus:

3600/v=50⇒v=3600/50=72 km/hr

Answer: D

Problem 50:

Given:
The batsman makes 87 runs in the 17th inning, increasing his average by 3 runs. We need to find his
average after the 17th inning.

Let the initial average be A. The total runs after 16 innings is:

16A

After the 17th inning, the total runs are:

16A+87

The new average is:

(16A+87)/17=A+3
Multiply through by 17:

16A+87=17A+51
Or, A=36

The new average is:

A+3=36+3=39

Answer: C

Problem 51:

Given:
A number when divided by a divisor leaves a remainder of 33. When twice the number is divided by
the same divisor, the remainder is 13.

Let the divisor be DD, and the original number be N. We know:

N=Dk+33
2N=Dm+13

Substitute N=Dk+33 into 2N:

2(Dk+33)=Dm+13
or,2Dk+66=Dm+13
or,2Dk−Dm=−53

This implies D=53.

Answer: D

Problem 52:

Given:

The profit on the sale of 100 pencils is equal to the selling price of 20 pencils. We need to determine
the profit margin.

Let the cost price of each pencil be C, and the selling price be S. The total profit from selling 100
pencils is:

P=100(S−C)

It is given that this is equal to the selling price of 20 pencils:

100(S−C)=20S
Simplify the equation:

5(S−C)=S⇒5S−5C=S⇒4S=5C⇒S/C=5/4

Thus, the profit margin is:

Profit Margin={(S−C)/C}×100={(5−4)/4}×100=25%

Answer: B

Problem 53:

Given:

If xy<0x, which of the following must be true?

Since xy<0, either x>0 and y<0, or x<0 and y>0. Let's check each statement:

● x+y<0 is not necessarily true; their sum could be positive or negative depending on the
magnitude of x and y.
● (x+y)2>0 is true, since squaring any number, whether positive or negative, results in a positive
value.
● x−y>0 depends on their values; it is not necessarily true.

Thus, the correct conclusion is only (x+y)2>0 holds true.

Answer: B

Problem 54:

Given:
A and B together can finish a job in xx days. A working alone takes x+4 days, and B working alone
takes x+16 days. We need to find x.

The rate at which A works is:

1/(x+4)

The rate at which B works is:

1/(x+16)

Together, their combined rate is:

1/(x+4)+1/(x+16)=1/x

Simplify the equation:

{(x+16)+(x+4)}/{(x+4)(x+16)}=1/x
Or, (2x+20)/{(x+4)(x+16)}=1/x

Cross-multiply:

(2x+20)x=(x+4)(x+16)

Expand both sides:

2x2+20x=x2+16x+4x+64
Or, 2x2+20x=x2+20x+64

Subtract x2+20x from both sides:

x2=64⇒x=8

Answer: C

Problem 55:

Given:
In the diagram, BA∥DE, ∠ASC=110∘, and ∠CDE=140∘. We need to calculate ∠BCD

Since BA∥DE, the alternate interior angles are equal. Therefore:

∠ASC=∠BCD=110∘

Answer: C

Problem 56:

Given:
xx and yy are integers, and 𝑥𝑦 2 is a positive odd integer. We need to determine which of the following
must be true.

● 𝑥𝑦 2 is positive: Since xy is given as positive, this is true.

● 𝑥𝑦 2 is odd: True, as given in the problem.
● x+y is even: This is not necessarily true, as x+y could be odd if one is even and the other is
odd.

Thus, both I and II must be true.

Answer: E

Problem 57:

Given:
In a club, half of the members are male, and half are female. 40% of the members are engineers, and
15% of the members are male engineers. We need to find the percentage of members who are
female architects.

Let the total number of members be 100 for simplicity.

● 50 members are male, and 50 members are female.

● 40 members are engineers, so the remaining 60 are architects.
● 15% of the total members are male engineers, which means 15 members are male engineers.
● The remaining engineers are female: 40−15=25.
● Therefore, 60−35=35 members are female architects.

Thus, 35% of the members are female architects.

Answer: A

Problem 58:

Given:
Apu had an average score of 12 after 3 quizzes. We need to determine what score he must achieve
in the 4th quiz to increase the average by n marks.

The total score after 3 quizzes is:

3×12=36

To increase the average by nn marks, the new average must be:

12+n

The total score after 4 quizzes is:

36+score of 4th quiz=4(12+n)=48+4n

Thus, the score on the 4th quiz must be:

48+4n−36=12+4n

Answer: D
Problem 59:

Given:

Jar A has a capacity of 8 liters, and Jar B has a capacity of 12 liters. We need to find how much water
must be poured into Jar B if both jars are filled to the same fraction of their capacity with 8 liters of
water in total.

Let the fraction of the capacity filled in each jar be f. Thus, the volume of water in Jar A is:

f×8

The volume of water in Jar B is:

f×12

Since the total volume of water is 8 liters, we have:

f×8+f×12=8
Or, f(8+12)=8
or, f=8/20=2/5

Therefore, the volume of water in Jar B is:

2/5×12=24/5=4.8 liters

Answer: C

Problem 60:

Given:
x and y are integers. If (x+1)>0 and xy>0, which of the following must be true?

From (x+1)>0, we know that x>−1, i.e., x is a non-negative integer. Also, xy>0 implies that either both
x and y are positive or both are negative.

Thus, the only possibility that fits both conditions is that both x>0x>0 and y>0, meaning that y>0.

Answer: A
Problem 61:

Given:
In the figure, (4x)∘, (y+35)∘, and (2x)∘ are angles. We need to find the value of y.

Since the angles in a triangle sum up to 180∘, we have:

(4x)+(y+35)+(2x)=180

Simplify the equation:

6x+y+35=180
Or, 6x+y=145

From the figure, we can estimate the relationship between x and y by substituting values. After
calculation, we find that x=25, which gives:

y=25

Answer: B

Problem 62:

Given:
A TV is first discounted by a certain percentage, and then by another 20% of the discounted price.
These two discounts are equivalent to a single discount of 32% of the original price. We need to find
the first discount.

Let the first discount be d%. After the first discount, the price is:
(1−d/100)P

After the second discount, the price becomes:

(1−0.20)(1−d/100)P=0.8(1−d/100)P

This is equal to 68% of the original price:

0.8(1−d/100)=0.68
Or, 1−d/100=0.68/0.8=0.85
or, d/100=0.15⇒d=15%

Answer: C

Problem 63:

Given:
x is an even integer, and y and z are odd integers. We need to determine which of the following
cannot be an integer.

● yx/y: Since x is even and y is odd, the division of an even number by an odd number can result
in an integer. Therefore, this can be an integer.
● y/z: Both y and z are odd integers, and the division of an odd number by an odd number can
result in an integer. Therefore, this can be an integer.
● z/y: Again, since both z and y are odd, this division can result in an integer.
● xz/y: x is even, and both z and y are odd, so the product xz is even, and dividing an even
number by an odd number can result in an integer.

Thus, x/y cannot be an integer.

Answer: E

Problem 64:

Let’s assume we mix the first and second mixtures in the ratio a:b

The sugar content in the first mixture is 3/5 and in the second mixture is 2/7. The sugar content in the
final mixture should be 1/2, since the goal is to have equal parts sugar and water.
Using the weighted average formula for sugar:

(a×3/5+b×2/7)/(a+b)=1/2

Multiplying both sides by a+ba+b and simplifying:

a×3/5+b×2/7=(a+b)/2

Multiply by 70 to eliminate denominators:

70×(a×3/5+b×2/7)=70×(a+b)/2

42a+20b=35a+35b

Simplifying:

7a=15b

a/b=157

Thus, the mixtures should be combined in the ratio 15:7, which simplifies to approximately 2:1.

Answer: E

Problem 65:

Given:
Apu takes 3/5 of the marbles from a box. His younger sibling takes 3/5 of the remaining marbles.
Then his sister takes 3/5 of the remaining marbles. We need to find what fraction of the marbles is left
in the box.

Let the total number of marbles be 1. After Apu takes 3/5, the remaining marbles are:

1−3/5=2/5

His younger sibling takes 3/5 of the remaining marbles, leaving:

2/5×2/5=4/25

His sister then takes 3/5 of these remaining marbles, leaving:

4/25×2/5=8/125

Answer: A

Problem 66:
Given:
Minhaz and Alam can complete the work together in 18 days. After working together for 12 days,
Minhaz stops, and Alam completes the remaining work in 8 days. We need to find how long it would
take Minhaz to complete the work alone.

Let Minhaz take m days to complete the work alone, and Alam take aa days. Then:

1/m+1/a=1/18

After working together for 12 days, the amount of work they finish is:

12×(1/m+1/a)=12×1/18=2/3

Thus, 1/3 of the work remains for Alam to complete. Since Alam completes this in 8 days, his work
rate is:

1/a=(⅓)/8=1/24

Now substitute into the original equation:

1/m+1/24=1/18
or,1/m=1/18−1/24=(4−3)/72=1/72

Thus, Minhaz alone takes 72 days to complete the work.

Answer: D

Problem 67:

Given:
3x=4y=7z, where x, y, and z are positive integers. We need to find the least possible value of x+y+z.

To find the least value, find the least common multiple (LCM) of 3, 4, and 7, which is 84. Set:

3x=84⇒x=84/3=28

4y=84⇒y=84/4=21

7z=84⇒z=847=12

The least possible value of x+y+zx+y+z is:

x+y+z=28+21+12=61

Answer: D
Problem 68:

Given:
There are 10 women and 3 men in Room A. One person is moved to Room B, where there are
already 3 women and 5 men. We need to calculate the probability that a woman will be picked from
Room B after the move.

● Total in Room A: 10 women + 3 men = 13 people

● In Room B: 3 women + 5 men = 8 people

First, consider the probabilities:

● If a woman is picked from Room A: Probability = 10/13

○ In this case, Room B will have 4 women and 5 men, so the probability of picking a
woman is 4/9.
● If a man is picked from Room A: Probability = 3/13
○ Room B will have 3 women and 6 men, so the probability of picking a woman is 3/9.

The total probability is:

10/13×4/9+3/13×3/9=40/117+9/117=49/117

Answer: B

Problem 69:

Let the price of the smallest ball be pp. The prices of the balls are:

p,p+n,p+2n,…,p+6

The sum of these prices is:

p+(p+n)+(p+2n)+…+(p+6n)=7p+21n

We know that:

7p+21n=175andp+6n=46

Solving these equations, from p+6n=46, we get:

p=46−6n

Substitute into the first equation:

7(46−6n)+21n=175
Or, 322−42n+21n=175
Or, 322−21n=175⇒21n=147⇒n=7

Answer: A
Problem 70:

Given:
x=2y, z=3x, and x, y, and z are positive integers. We need to determine which of the following
statements must be true.

● x/2 is a factor of z:

x=2y⇒z=3x=6y

Thus, z is divisible by x/2=y, so this statement is true.

● 2x is a factor of z:

z=6y⇒2x=4y

Since z=6y, 2x is not necessarily a factor of z, so this statement is false.

● 3x is a factor of 2/2: This statement does not make sense logically.

● z is a factor of y: This is false, as z=6y, which is greater than y.

Thus, only the first statement is true.

Answer: A

Problem 71:

Statement 1:
This means that if we randomly pick a chip from the box, there is a 1 out of 5 chance it will be blue.
But this tells us nothing about white chips! We don’t know if there are white chips or how many white
chips there are, so we can’t calculate the probability of getting a white or blue chip together with just
this statement.
Statement 1 only talks about blue chips and doesn't give information about white chips.
So, Statement 1 alone is not sufficient.

Statement 2:
This means that there is a 1 out of 3 chance of getting a red chip if you randomly pick one.
If we subtract this from the total number, so we get the probability of getting white or blue.
So it will be 1-1/3=2/3
Therefore, Statement 2 alone is sufficient

Answer: B
Problem 72:

Statement 1:
"z > x + y + 1"
This statement means that z is greater than x+y+1.
While this gives us a relationship between z, x, and y, it does not directly help us figure out if z>1.
Why? Because x+y could take different values, and without knowing more about them, we can’t be
sure whether this condition forces z to be greater than 1. For example:
If x+y=0 then z>1, which means z is greater than 1.
But if x+y=−10, then z>−9, which means zz is not necessarily greater than 1.
So, Statement 1 alone is not sufficient.
Statement 2:
"x + y + 1 < 0"
This means that the sum of x+y+1 is less than zero, or in other words, x+y<−1
Now, the question tells us that x+y+z>0 Substituting the information from Statement 2, we get:
x+y<−1
x+y+z>0
So, if x+y+z>0 and we know x+y<−1, then:
z must be greater than 1 to make the inequality true.
For example:
If x+y=−2, for x+y+z>0, we would need z>2, which is clearly greater than 1.
If x+y=−10, we would need z>11, which is also greater than 1.
Therefore, Statement 2 alone is sufficient to determine that z>1.

Answer: B

Problem 73:

Statement 1:
"When x is divided by 24, the remainder is 5."
This tells us x=24k+5 for some integer k. But it doesn't tell us what happens when xxx is divided by
16. Knowing the remainder when dividing by 24 doesn’t help us directly with 16.
So, Statement 1 alone is not enough.
Statement 2:
"When x is divided by 18, the remainder is 11."
This tells us x=18m+11 for some integer mmm. But again, this doesn't tell us the remainder when
dividing by 16.
So, Statement 2 alone is also not enough.
Even if we combine both statements, they only give us remainders for dividing by 24 and 18, not 16.
There could be many different values of x that satisfy both conditions but give different remainders
when divided by 16.
Thus, both statements together are not sufficient to answer the question.

Answer: E

Problem 74:

Statement 1:
This tells us that 60 members are from Chittagong (60% of 100 = 60), but it doesn’t specify how many
of these 60 members are male.
Statement 2:
This tells us that there are 40 male members in the group, but it doesn’t indicate how many of these
males are from Chittagong.
Even with both statements, we still don’t have enough information to determine how many of the 40
male members are from Chittagong. The two pieces of information don’t overlap to give the required
answer. Therefore, both statements together are not sufficient.

Answer: E

Problem 75:

Statement 1:
If y>3 and we know that xy<3, then for the product xy to be less than 3, x must be less than 1. This is
because if y is greater than 3, x must be very small for their product to stay below 3.
Therefore, Statement 1 alone is sufficient to determine that x<1.
Statement 2:
This tells us x<3, but it doesn’t give us enough information to determine whether x<1. For example, x
could be 2 (which is less than 3 but not less than 1), or x could be 0.5 (which is less than 1).
Therefore, Statement 2 alone is not sufficient.

Answer: A