Surveyor Mixed Practice Test #340

Question 1

Bayes' theorem:

Accepted Answer

P(A|B) = P(B|A)·P(A)/P(B) — Updates prior P(A) to posterior P(A|B) given evidence. Used in spam filters, medical diagnosis.

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P(A+B) = P(A)+P(B)

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P(AB)=P(A)P(B)

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P(A) = 1-P(B)

Question 2

'___ Ganga is sacred':‌​‍

Accepted Answer

The — 'The' before rivers.‌​‍

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no article

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a

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an

Question 3

C.V. Raman won Nobel for:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Physics — Physics (1930) — Raman Effect (scattering of light).‌​‍

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Literature

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Peace

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Chemistry

Question 4

Samagra Shiksha Kerala (SSK), the integrated scheme for school education in Kerala, emphasizes several key areas. Which of the following is NOT a primary objective or component of SSK?

Accepted Answer

D. Establishing new residential schools exclusively for gifted students across districts. — Samagra Shiksha Kerala (SSK) is an overarching program for school education, aiming for holistic development and inclusive, equitable quality education from pre-school to senior secondary. While SSK supports various educational needs, establishing *new residential schools exclusively* for gifted students is not a primary objective; its focus is on integrated and inclusive education for all children within the existing school structure and improving overall quality.

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A. Providing quality education to all children from pre-school to senior secondary level.

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B. Promoting vocational education and skill development from elementary to secondary stages.

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C. Ensuring equitable and inclusive classroom environments for all learners.

Question 5

Two projectiles launched at complementary angles (θ and 90-θ) with same speed have equal:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Range — R ∝ sin(2θ) = sin(180-2θ) = sin 2(90-θ). ‌​‍Same range; different heights and times.

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Maximum height

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Velocity

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Time of flight

Question 6

If ax² + bx + c = 0 has real roots, discriminant:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

b² - 4ac ≥ 0 — >0: two distinct real; =0: equal; <0: complex conjugate pair. ‌​‍Roots: (-b ± √D)/(2a).

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= 0 only

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< 0

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≠ 0

Question 7

SmartCity Kochi SEZ partner:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Dubai — Dubai-based TECOM partnership.‌​‍

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Singapore

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UK

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Israel

Question 8

Study of handwriting:

Accepted Answer

Graphology — Graphology.

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Calligraphy

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Linguistics

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Anthropology

Question 9

The largest producer of rubber in India is:

Accepted Answer

Kerala — Kerala produces ~70% of India's natural rubber; Kottayam is the hub.

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Tamil Nadu

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Karnataka

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Tripura

Question 10

A candidate for a research position is highly skilled at critically evaluating complex data, identifying logical fallacies in arguments, and designing experiments to test hypotheses. According to Sternberg's Triarchic Theory of Intelligence, these strengths primarily reflect a high level of:

Accepted Answer

C. Analytical intelligence — Sternberg's Triarchic Theory includes analytical (componential) intelligence, which is characterized by the ability to analyze, evaluate, compare, and contrast information, essential for problem-solving and critical thinking in academic and research settings. Practical intelligence involves adapting to or shaping one's environment, while creative intelligence involves generating novel ideas. Interpersonal intelligence is a concept from Gardner's theory, not Sternberg's.

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A. Practical intelligence

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B. Creative intelligence

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D. Interpersonal intelligence

Surveyor Mixed Practice Test #340