Junior Clerk Mixed Practice Test #15

Question 1

Kerala Film Academy:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

State film body — State autonomous body.‌​‍

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Co-op

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Central

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Private

Question 2

In a quadratic equation ax² + bx + c = 0, discriminant equals:

Accepted Answer

b² − 4ac — Discriminant D = b² − 4ac; D>0 two real roots, D=0 one, D<0 no real roots.

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b² + 4ac

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b + 4ac

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b² − ac

Question 3

Pipe A fills tank in 10 hrs, pipe B in 15 hrs. Together:

Accepted Answer

6 hrs — 1/10 + 1/15 = 1/6. Together = 6 hrs.

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5 hrs

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7 hrs

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8 hrs

Question 4

The collective noun for stars is:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Constellation — A constellation of stars; a galaxy contains stars, dust, gas.‌​‍

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Galaxy

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School

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Group

Question 5

The captain of the volunteer group of Guruvayoor Satyagraha was:

Accepted Answer

A.K. Gopalan — A.K. Gopalan led the volunteer group during Guruvayoor Satyagraha (1931-32).

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Gandhi

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Sree Narayana Guru

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Chattampi Swamikal

Question 6

Among BRICS, SAARC, and ASEAN, each organization employs distinct strategies for regional and global engagement. Which of the following statements most accurately describes a fundamental aspect of ASEAN's unique approach to regional cooperation?

Accepted Answer

B. ASEAN emphasizes a policy of non-interference in internal affairs and consensus-based decision-making, fostering a unique 'ASEAN Way' that prioritizes regional stability and economic integration. — Option B correctly identifies the 'ASEAN Way', a unique approach characterized by non-interference in internal affairs and decision-making through consultation and consensus, which has been crucial for fostering regional stability and facilitating economic integration. Option A is incorrect as ASEAN does not prioritize military intervention or a common defense pact in that manner. Option C describes a broader role for developing nations, not specific to ASEAN's primary regional focus. Option D, while outlining economic goals, exaggerates the current level of integration (e.g., no single curren

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A. ASEAN primarily aims to establish a common defense pact and coordinate military interventions in member states facing internal conflicts.

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C. ASEAN's main objective is to serve as a forum for developing nations to collectively bargain against developed economies on trade and climate change issues.

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D. ASEAN's core strategy involves creating a fully integrated economic union with a single currency and free movement of capital, labor, and goods across all member states.

Question 7

Pipe fills 6 hrs, empty 9 hrs. Both open:

Accepted Answer

18 hrs — 1/6-1/9=1/18.

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12 hrs

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15 hrs

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10 hrs

Question 8

Synonym of PROLIFIC:

Accepted Answer

Productive — Producing much.

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Unproductive

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Slow

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Limited

Question 9

The largest four-digit number that is a perfect square of a whole number is:

Accepted Answer

9801 — 99² = 9801, the largest 4-digit perfect square.

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9604

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9216

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9025

Question 10

World Heritage Day is observed on:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

18 April — 18 April — International Day for Monuments and Sites. ‌​‍India has 42 UNESCO World Heritage Sites.

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16 April

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17 April

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22 April

Junior Clerk Mixed Practice Test #15