This section includes 7 InterviewSolutions, each offering curated multiple-choice questions to sharpen your Current Affairs knowledge and support exam preparation. Choose a topic below to get started.
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`p`is a prime number and `nA. p divides NB. `p^(2)` divides NC. p cannot divides ND. None of these |
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The solution set satisfying the inequality,`sqrt(21-4a-a^2)/(a+1) |
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The solution of `|x^2+3x|+x^2-2>=0` isA. `(-oo,1)`B. `(0,1)`C. `(-oo,-2/3]`D. `[1/2,oo)` |
| Answer» Correct Answer - A | |
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The sum of the greatest and the smallest term in `(x+12)^(21)` is zero then x can take values.A. `-10`B. `-21`C. `-28`D. `-6` |
| Answer» Correct Answer - A | |
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the continued product 2.6.10.14.... to `n`factors is equal to`^2n p_n`(b) `^2n C_n``(n+1)(n+2)(n+3)(n+n)``2^ndot(1. 3. 5 ..2 n-1)`A. `.^(2n)P_(n)`B. `.^(2n)P_(n)`C. `(n+1)(n+2)(n+3)"….."(n+n)`D. `2^(n).(1.3.5"……"2n-1)` |
| Answer» Correct Answer - A | |
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`(x+y)^(n) + (x-y)^(n)` is equal toA. `2[.^(n)C_(1)x^(n)y^(0)+.^(n)C_(3)x^(n-2)y^(2)+"….."]`B. `2[.^(n)C_(0)x^(n)y^(0)+.^(n)C_(2)x^(n-2)y^(2)+"….."]`C. `2[.^(n)C_(1)x^(n-1)y^(1)+.^(n)C_(3)x^(n-3)y^(3)+"….."]`D. `3[.^(n)C_(0)x^(n)y^(0)+.^(n)C_(2)x^(n-2)y^(2)+"……"]` |
| Answer» Correct Answer - A | |
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`3C_0+5C_1+7C_2+ +(2n+3)C_n=2^n(n+3)`A. `3^(n)(n+3)`B. `2^(n)(n-3)`C. `2^(n)(n+3)`D. `3^(n)(n-3)` |
| Answer» Correct Answer - A | |
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If p →(p ∧ ~ q) is false. Truth value of p & q will be(1) TT(2) TF(3) FT(4) FF |
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Answer» Answer is (1)
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Let p, q, r be three statements such that the truth value of (p ∧ q) → (~q \(\lor\) r) is F. Then the truth values of p, q, r are respectively : (1) T, F, T (2) F, T, F (3) T, T, F (4) T, T, T |
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Answer» (3) T, T, F (p ∧ q) → (~q \(\lor\) r) = false when (p ∧ q) = T and (~q \(\lor\) r) = F So (p ∧ q) = T is possible when p = q = true \(\therefore\) ~q = False (q = true) So (~q \(\lor\) r) = False is possible if r is false \(\therefore\) p = T, q = T, r = F |
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Prove that distance between two parallel lines `ax+by+c_1=0` and `ax+by+c_2=0` is given by `|c_1-c_2|/(sqrt(a^2+b^2))`A. `|(c_(1)+c_(2))/(sqrt(a^(2)+b^(2)))|`B. `|(c_(1)-c_(2))/(sqrt(a^(2)+b^(2)))|`C. `|(c_(1)-c_(2))/(sqrt(a^(2)-b^(2)))|`D. `|(c_(1)-c_(2))/(sqrt(a^(2)+b^(2)))|` |
| Answer» Correct Answer - A | |
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The area ofthe triangle formed by the lines `y=m_(1x)+c_1, y=m_2, x+c_2a n dx=0`is`1/2((c_1+c_2)^2)/(|m_1-m_2|)`b. `1/2((c_1-c_2)^2)/(|m_1+m_2|)`c. `1/2((c_1-c_2)^2)/(|m_1-m_2|)`d. `((c_1-c_2)^2)/(|m_1-m_2|)`A. `|((c_(1)-c_(2))(d_(1)-d_(2)))/(m_(1)+m_(2))|`B. `|((c_(1)+c_(2))(d_(1)-d_(2)))/(m_(1)-m_(2))|`C. `|((c_(1)+c_(2))(d_(1)+d_(2)))/(m_(1)+m_(2))|`D. `|((c_(1)-c_(2))(d_(1)+d_(2)))/(m_(1)-m_(2))|` |
| Answer» Correct Answer - A | |
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Foot of the perpendicular from a point `(x_(1),y_(1))` on the line ax + by + c= 0` is given byA. `(x-x_(1))/(a)=(y-y_(1))/(b)=((ax_(1)+by_(1)+c)/(a^(2)+b^(2)))`B. `(x-x_(1))/(a)=(y-y_(1))/(b)=((ax_(1)+by_(1)+c)/(sqrt(a^(2)+b^(2))))`C. `(x-x_(1))/(a)=(y-y_(1))/(b)=-((ax_(1)+by_(1)+c)/(a^(2)+b^(2)))`D. `(x-x_(1))/(a)=(y-y_(1))/(b)=((ax_(1)+by_(1)+c)/(sqrt(a^(2)+b^(2))))` |
| Answer» Correct Answer - A | |
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The lines bisecting the angle between the bisectors of the angles between the lines `ax^(2)+2hxy+by^(2)=0` are given byA. `(x^(2)-y^(2))/(a-b) = (xy)/(h)`B. `(x^(2)+y^(2))/(a+b) = (xy)/(h)`C. `(x^(2) - y^(2))/(a+b) = (xy)/(h)`D. `(x^(2) - y^(2))/(a - b) = - (xy)/(h)` |
| Answer» Correct Answer - A | |
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Let z be a complex number of maximum amplitude satisfying `|z - 3| = Re(z)`, then `|z - 3|` is equal to |
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Answer» let` z= x+ iy` `|z-3| = Re(z)``x^2 +9 -6x +y^2 = x^2``y^2= 6x-9``|z|= sqrt(x^2+ y^2)= sqrt(x^2 +6x-9)``d/dx(|z|)=0``(2x+6)/(2sqrt(x^2 + 6x-9))=0` `x=-3` `y^2= -6*3-9=-27`(Not possible) So, x=3 y=3 Hence, `|z-3|= 3` |
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Find the equation of the plane passing through the line of intersection of the planes 2x + y - Z = 3,5x - 3y + 4z + 9 = 0 and parallel to the line `(x-1)/2=(y-3)/4=(z-5)/5` |
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Answer» `C=2*x+y-z-3=0``d=5*x-3*y=4*z+9=0` so,(C+`lamda`d) let `lamda`=A equation of plane passing through the line of the intersection of these two plane `(2*x+y-z-3)+A(5*x-3*y+4*z+9)`....(i)equation of the line= `(x-1)/2=(y-3)/4=(z-5)/5` `(2,4,5)` are the direction ratiosEquation of the plane=`2(2+5A)+4(1-3A)+5(4A-1)+9A-3=0` on solvingA=-1/6putting in equation (i)you will get the equation equation of the plane`7*x+9*y-10*z=0` ...Ans |
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The equation of the circle drawn with the focus of the parabola `(x - 1)^2 - 8 y = 0` as its centre touching the parabola at its vertex is: |
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Answer» equation of parabola `(x-1)^2=8y`=4*2*y -(1) so, a=2 `x^2`=4ay putting in eq(1) x-1=0 x=0 y=0 vertex will be V(1,0) center of circle will be=(1,2) r=a=2 eqation of circle `(x-1)^2+(y-2)^2=2^2` `x^2-2x=1=y^2-4y=4=4` `x^2=y^2-2x-4y+1=0` |
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Find the equation of the pair of lines passing through the point (1, 1) and 1. parallel to the lines x2 − 5xy + 6y2 = 0. 2. perpendicular to the lines x2 − 5xy = 6y2 = 0. |
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Answer» The lines represented by x2 − 5xy + 6y2 = 0 are x − 2y = 0 and x − 3y = 0. we get the following: 1. Equation of the pair of lines passing through (1, 1) and parallel to the lines x − 2y = 0 and x − 3y = 0 is (x − 1)2 −5 (x − 1) (y − 1) + 6(y − 1)2 = 0 x2 − 5xy + 6y2 + 3x − 7y + 2 = 0 2. Equation of the pair of lines passing through (1, 1) and perpendicular to the lines 6(x − 1)2 + 5 (x − 1) (y − 1) + (y − 1)2 = 0 6x2 + 5xy + y2 − 17x − 7y + 12 = 0 |
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f : A→B will be an onto function of-(a) f(A) ⊂ B(b) f(A) = B(c) f(A) ⊃ B(d) f(A) ≠ B |
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Answer» Answer is (B) |
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A line through (2, 2) and the axes form a triangle of area A α units. Then, the intercepts on the axes made by the line are roots of the equation(a) x2 - αx + α = 0(b) x2 + αx + 2α = 0(c) x2 -αx + 2α = 0(d) x2 + αx - 2α = 0 |
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Answer» Correct option (c),(d) Explanation : Let x/b + y/b = 1 be the equation of the line which forms a triangle with the coordinate axes of area α sq. unit. Since the line passes through (2, 2), we have 2/a + 2/b = 1 ...(1) We have 1/2|ab| = α so that ab = ±2α ....(2) now, from Eq.(2) 2a + 2b = ab = 2α Therefore a + b = α ...(3) Hence, from Eqs. (2) and (3), a and b are the roots of the equation x2 - αx + 2α = 0. Therefore 2a + 2b = -2α a + b = -α Hence a and b are roots of the equation x2 + αx - 2α = 0 |
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Find the equation of the line passing through the intersection of the lines 2x − y + 5 = 0 and x + y + 1 = 0 and the origin. |
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Answer» It, the required line is of the form (2x − y + 5 = 0) + λ (x + y + 1) = 0 Since this also passes through (0, 0), we have λ = −5. Hence the required line is (2x − y + 5) − 5 (x + y + 1) = 0 -3x - 6y = 0 x + 2y = 0 Direct Method: Solving the equations 2x − y + 5 = 0 and x + y + 1 = 0, we get the point of intersection (−2, 1). Therefore, the equation of the line joining (−2, 1) and (0,0) is y = 0 -1/0 + 2 x or x + 2y = 0 |
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Read the following conversations and choose the language function of the underlined sentences:Student: May I come in Sir?Ramesh: Yes, you shouldn’t be late next time. (A) Advice (B) Permission (C) Request (D) Encouragement |
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Answer» (C) Request |
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Read the following conversations and choose the language function of the underlined sentences:Old lady: Excuse me.Boy: Yes. What can I do for you?Old lady: Could you help me cross the road?Boy Yes, of course. (A) Offering information (B) Seeking information (C) Taking help(D) Offering help |
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Answer» (D) Offering help |
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Equation of a line passing through (1, 1) which is at a distance of 1 unit from the origin is (A) x = 1(B) y = 1(C) x + y = 1(D) x + y = 2 |
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Answer» Correct option (a),(b) Explanation : It is clear that the vertical line x = 1 passes through (1, 1) and its distance from the origin is 1. Hence, y =1 is the other line. |
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How many periods are there in the periodic table? |
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Answer» 7 – periods. |
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What trick did Carlyle have to perfection? |
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Answer» Carlyle had adopted a trick for perfection in letter writing. He used the lightest and most casual way to give a personal touch in letter writing. He described things in such an intimate way that the reader found scenes before his eyes. In other words, his description in letter was lively. |
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Rewrite the following sentences as illustrated through examples I and IIEx I. How do we manage our machines? We don't know.II. We don't know how to manage our machines.(a) How do we put clothes? They haven't told us.(b) How does he turn the water off? He doesn't know.(c) How do we reach the railway station? He doesn't know.(d) How do we start the engine? The instruction doesn't tell us.(e) How do we play cricket? The coach doesn't tell us. |
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Answer» (a) They haven't told us how to put clothes. (b) He doesn't know how to turn the water off. (c) He doesn't know how to reach the railway station. (d) The instruction doesn't tell us how to start the engine. (e) The coach doesn't tell us how to play cricket |
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Why did the photographer take too much time? |
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Answer» The photographer did not like the face and posture of the author. He was adjusting and adjusting his camera for the face and posture of the author. This is why the photographer took too much time. |
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Use the following words once only in the sentences below :Worthless, trifle, reconstruct, filtered, enthusiasm, privacy, reconcile.(a) The police are going to ............... the scene of the murder.(b) Sea water must be ............... before you drink.(c) In Germany before 1940 paper money was ............... .(d) He cann't ............... himself to the loss of that money.(e) He has great ............... for religious books.(f) We are planting a hedge-round our garden for more ............... .(g) Don't worry about that broken vase, it was only a ............... . |
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Answer» (a) reconstruct (b) filtered (c) worthless (d) reconcile (e) enthusiasm (f) privacy (g) trifle |
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Match the following words in List-A with the words in List-B having opposite meaning :List - A List - BPureDespairHope Accept RejectImpure SharpQuiet Noisy Blunt |
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Answer» Pure – Impure Hope – Despair Reject – Accept Sharp – Blunt Noisy – Quiet |
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Pick out the example of simile / metaphor :(a) Shyama is as beautiful as a rose.(b) I wandered lonely as a cloud.(c) He is a man of iron will. |
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Answer» (a) Simile (b) Simile (c) Metaphor |
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What is simile? Explain and illustrate it with a suitable example |
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Answer» Simile is a figure of speech in which likeness between two different objects is expressed directly using words such as 'like', 'so' and 'as'. For example :My love is like a red red rose. The word 'like' shows the smilarity between love and rose. |
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The following table shows the distance travelled by a freely falling body and the time taken.Time (t)1 second2 seconds3 seconds........Distance (s)1 x 4.9 m4 x 4.9 m9 × 4.9 m........(a) What is the time taken by it to travel 16 x 4.9 meter ?(b) How much distance does it travel in 10 seconds ?(c) Write the relation between ‘s’ and ‘t’ as an equation.(d) Which measure are in proportion ? What is the constant of proportionality ? |
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Answer» On observing data (a) When s = 16 x 4.9 m ∴16 x 4.9 = 4.9 x t2 ∴ t2 = 16 t = 4 sec (b) When t = 10 s = 4.9 x t2 = 4.9 x (10)2 s = 490 m (c) s ∝ t2 s = kt2 where k = 4.9 m/sec2 (d) Distance is proportional to the square of time taken to the freely falling body constant of proportionality is 4.9 m/sec2. |
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How should man spend his time and energy? |
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Answer» Man should should his time and energy in making beautiful things, finding out more and more about the universe, setting disputes and differences between warring nations and discovering new ways to prevent poverty. |
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Find |x| + |y| and |x + y| and find the relation between them in each of the following cases.(a) x = 4, y = 3(b) x = 4, y = – 3(c) If |x| = x, and |y| = –y, what is the relation between |x| + |y| and |x + y| ? |
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Answer» (a) |x| + |y| ∴ |x| + |y| = 4 + 3 = 7 |x + y| = |4 + 3| = 7 (b) |x| + |y| ∴ |x| + |y| = 4 + 3 = 7 |x + y| = |4 – 3| = 1 (c) |x| + |y| ≥ |x + y| |
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Let a, b, c be in A.P. Consider the following statements: 1. 1/ab, 1/ca and 1/bc are in AP. 2. 1/(b+c) ,1/(c+a) and 1/(a+b) are in A.P. Which of the statements given above is/are correct?1. 1 only 2. 2 only 3. Both 1 and 24. Neither 1 nor 2 |
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Answer» Correct Answer - Option 1 : 1 only Concept: If a,b, c are in AP, then 2b = a + c or b - a = c - b
Calculation: Let, 1/ab, 1/ca and 1/bc are in AP ⇒\(\rm \frac{1}{ca}\rm -\frac{1}{ab}=\rm \frac{1}{bc}-\rm \frac{1}{ca}\) \(\rm \frac{1}{a}( \frac{1}{a}- \frac{1}{a})= \frac{1}{a}( \frac{1}{a}- \frac{1}{a})\\ ⇒ \frac{b-c}{abc}= \frac{a-b}{abc}\) ⇒ b-c = a-b ⇒2b = a+c ⇒ a,b, c are in AP, which is true.
Now, let 1/(b+c) ,1/(c+a) and 1/(a+b) are in AP \(\rm \frac{2}{c+a}=\frac{1}{b+c}+\frac{1}{a+b}\) ⇒ 2(a+b)(b+c) = (a+b+b+c)(c+a) ⇒2(ab + ac + b2 + bc) = (ac + a2 + 2bc + 2ab + c2 + ca) ⇒2ab + 2ac + 2b2 + 2bc = ac + a2 + 2bc + 2ab + ac + c2 ⇒ 2b2 = a2 + c2 a, b, c are not in AP, so this is not true. Hence, option (1) is correct. |
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Fill in the blanks with appropriate prepositions given in the brackets:(after,from, at, of into, with without)(a) Many aspire.......... wealth, but very few get it.(b) You should not be afraid....... mistakes.(c) Marsha is absent .......... the class today. |
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Answer» (a) Many aspire after wealth, but very few get it. (b) You should not be afraid of mistakes. (c) Marsha is absent from the class today. |
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Let f(x) be a polynomial function of second degree and f(1) = f(-1). If a, b, c are in AP, then f'(a), f'(b), f'(c) are in:1. GP2. HP3. AGP4. AP |
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Answer» Correct Answer - Option 4 : AP Concept: Arithmetic Progression (AP): The series of numbers where the difference of any two consecutive terms is the same, is called an Arithmetic Progression.
Geometric Progression (GP): The series of numbers where the ratio of any two consecutive terms is the same, is called a Geometric Progression.
Harmonic Progression (HP): The series of numbers where the reciprocals of the terms are in Arithmetic Progression, is called a Harmonic Progression.
Calculation: Let's say that the second degree polynomial is f(x) = px2 + qx + r. From the given information: f(1) = f(-1) ⇒ p(1)2 + q(1) + r = p(-1)2 + q(-1) + r ⇒ p + q = p - q ⇒ 2q = 0 ⇒ q = 0 ∴ f(x) = px2 + 0(x) + r ⇒ f(x) = px2 + r And, f'(x) = 2px. Now, f'(a) = 2pa, f'(b) = 2pb and f'(c) = 2pc. Since a, b and c are in AP, we have: 2b = a + c. Multiplying by 2p, we get: (2p)2b = (2p)a + (2p)c ⇒ 2(2pb) = 2pa + 2pc ⇒ 2pa, 2pb and 2pc are in AP. ⇒ f'(a), f'(b) and f'(c) are in AP. |
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Fill in the blanks with appropriate prepositions given in the brackets:(after,from, at, of into, with without)(a) Inshu shouted .......... the top of his voice(b) He burst .......... tears.(c) I agree..........you.(d) one cannot do anything .......money. |
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Answer» (a) Inshu shouted at the top of his voice (b) He burst into tears. (c) I agree with you. (d) one cannot do anything without money. |
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What is metaphor ? Explain and illustrate it with a suitable example. |
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Answer» Metaphor- It is a figure of speech in which likeness between two disimilar objects are implied but not clearly expressed. Example- Subhash Chandra Bose was the lion of India. |
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Match the words in List-A with the words in List -B having opposite meaning:List-AList-BDelayHardAcceptHasteSoftPureDespairRejectImpureHope |
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Answer» Delay - Haste, Accept-Reject, Soft-hard, Despair-Hope, Impure-Pure. |
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Write any five Principal of management given by Henri Fayol. |
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Answer» Management Principles Developed by Henri Fayol. 1. Division of Work: Division of work refers to dividing the work into compact jobs and allocating these compact jobs to different individuals. This Principle applies to both managerial as well as technical work. 2. Discipline: Discipline refers to obedience to rules and regulations of the organization, which is necessary for systematic working of the organization. 3. Unity of Command: Principles of unity of command is followed as subordinate receive orders and is accountable to only one superior. However, in the principle of unity of command is violated as subordinate get orders from two superiors. 4. Unity of Direction: Unity of Direction implies that there should be one head and one plan for group of activities having same objectives. It ensures unity of action and coordination and avoids unnecessary duplication of efforts. 5. Centralisation and Decentralisation: According to this principle, there should be proper balance between centralization and decentralization in the organization. Centralisation refers to concentration of decision-making authority, whereas decentralization refers to evenly distribution of authority at all levels of management. |
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What is meant by ‘Divisional Structure’ of an organization? For which type of business enterprises is this structure most suitable? State any four advantage of this form of organizational structure. |
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Answer» Divisional Structure: When jobs related to one product are grouped under one department, it is termed as divisional structure. This type of structure is suitable for large organization, which have various product lines or several products. Advantages of Divisonal Structure. 1. Product Specialization: The members of a division gain experience in all functions related to a particular product. Product specialization helps them in the development of varied skills and prepared them for higher positions. 2. Greater Accountability: In divisional structure, each product department is treated as a profit Centre’ and is accountable for its own profit or loss. This provides a base for measuring performance and helps in fixing responsibility in case of poor performance. 3. Flexibility: it promotes flexibility and initiative as each division functions as an autonomous unity. It leads to fast decision-making. 4. Expansion and Growth: It facilitates expansion, diversification and growth as new divisions can be added without interrupting the existing operation. |
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The functions and performance of the supervisor are vital to an organization because he is directly related with the workers whereas other managers have no direct touch with bottom level workers’. In the light of this statement, explain any five functions of a supervisor |
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Answer» Funcations of a Supervisor The functions of a supervisor can be understood from the following points: 1. Promotes Group Unity: Supervisor plays a key role in maintaining group unity among workers. He sorts out their internal differences and adopts a people-oriented approach to build harmonious relations in his department. 2. Helps in Improving Performance: Supervisor ensures performance of work according to the targets set. He takes responsibility for achievement of task and motivates his workers effectively. 3. Provides Training to the Employees: Supervisor provides good on-the-job training to the works. A skilled and knowledgeable supervisor can build efficient team of workers by arranging appropriate training programmes for the employees. 4. Influences Workers: Supervisor plays a key role in influencing the workers in the organization. He builds up high morale among workers though good leadership. 5. Provides Feedback: A good supervisor analyses the work performed and gives feedback to the workers. He suggests ways and means of developing work skills. |
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What is an ETF? |
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Answer» An exchange-traded fund as a mutual fund that trades like a stock. |
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At what price Valuation debit take place? |
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Answer» The closing price on the day previous to the day of valuation. |
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The financial results of an organization depends on the performance of its ———.A) Sales manager B) Sales C) Company profitability D) Sales management |
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Answer» The financial results of an organization depends on the performance of its Sales management. |
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Which of the following is a closed loop system?1. Electric switch2. Car starter3. DC generator4. Auto-pilot for an aircraft |
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Answer» Correct Answer - Option 4 : Auto-pilot for an aircraft Auto pilot for an aircraft is closed loop system and remaining all are open loop systems. |
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What do you know about Rolling Settlement of Trading? |
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Answer» Under rolling settlement all open positions at the end of the day mandatorily result in payment/delivery „n‟ days later. Currently trades in rolling settlement are settled on T+2 basis where T is the trade day. |
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When is communication said to be effective and complete? |
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Answer» Communication is said to be effective and complete when the receiver (a prospective customer/existing customer) understands it in the same sense what the sender (salesman) wished to communicate. |
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What is Rolling settlement? |
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Answer» Rolling settlement refers to the settling of trades at a standard fixed period of days after the execution occurred (i.e. T+2). |
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