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Major Competitive Exams MCQ & Objective Questions

Major Competitive Exams play a crucial role in shaping the academic and professional futures of students in India. These exams not only assess knowledge but also test problem-solving skills and time management. Practicing MCQs and objective questions is essential for scoring better, as they help in familiarizing students with the exam format and identifying important questions that frequently appear in tests.

What You Will Practise Here

Key concepts and theories related to major subjects
Important formulas and their applications
Definitions of critical terms and terminologies
Diagrams and illustrations to enhance understanding
Practice questions that mirror actual exam patterns
Strategies for solving objective questions efficiently
Time management techniques for competitive exams

Exam Relevance

The topics covered under Major Competitive Exams are integral to various examinations such as CBSE, State Boards, NEET, and JEE. Students can expect to encounter a mix of conceptual and application-based questions that require a solid understanding of the subjects. Common question patterns include multiple-choice questions that test both knowledge and analytical skills, making it essential to be well-prepared with practice MCQs.

Common Mistakes Students Make

Rushing through questions without reading them carefully
Overlooking the negative marking scheme in MCQs
Confusing similar concepts or terms
Neglecting to review previous years’ question papers
Failing to manage time effectively during the exam

FAQs

Question: How can I improve my performance in Major Competitive Exams?
Answer: Regular practice of MCQs and understanding key concepts will significantly enhance your performance.

Question: What types of questions should I focus on for these exams?
Answer: Concentrate on important Major Competitive Exams questions that frequently appear in past papers and mock tests.

Question: Are there specific strategies for tackling objective questions?
Answer: Yes, practicing under timed conditions and reviewing mistakes can help develop effective strategies.

Start your journey towards success by solving practice MCQs today! Test your understanding and build confidence for your upcoming exams. Remember, consistent practice is the key to mastering Major Competitive Exams!

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Q. If a number leaves a remainder of 4 when divided by 6, which of the following numbers could it be?

A. 10
B. 16
C. 22
D. 28

Solution

10 leaves a remainder of 4 when divided by 6 (6*1 + 4 = 10).

Correct Answer: A — 10

Q. If a number leaves a remainder of 4 when divided by 8, which of the following numbers will also leave the same remainder when divided by 8?

A. 12
B. 20
C. 28
D. 36

Solution

20 leaves a remainder of 4 when divided by 8 (8*2 + 4 = 20).

Correct Answer: B — 20

Q. If a number leaves a remainder of 4 when divided by 8, which of the following numbers will leave a remainder of 4 when divided by 8? (2023)

A. 12
B. 20
C. 28
D. 36

Solution

12 divided by 8 gives a remainder of 4 (12-8=4).

Correct Answer: A — 12

Q. If a number leaves a remainder of 5 when divided by 12, what will be the remainder when the same number is divided by 4?

A. 1
B. 2
C. 3
D. 0

Solution

The number can be expressed as 12k + 5. When divided by 4, the remainder is 5 mod 4, which is 1.

Correct Answer: B — 2

Q. If a number leaves a remainder of 5 when divided by 12, which of the following could be the number?

A. 17
B. 24
C. 30
D. 41

Solution

17 leaves a remainder of 5 when divided by 12 (12*1 + 5 = 17).

Correct Answer: A — 17

Q. If a number leaves a remainder of 5 when divided by 8, what will be the remainder when this number is divided by 4?

A. 0
B. 1
C. 2
D. 3

Solution

If the number is 8k + 5, then when divided by 4, the remainder is 1 (5 % 4 = 1).

Correct Answer: B — 1

Q. If a number leaves a remainder of 5 when divided by 8, which of the following could be the number?

A. 13
B. 21
C. 29
D. 37

Solution

13 leaves a remainder of 5 when divided by 8 (8*1 + 5 = 13).

Correct Answer: A — 13

Q. If a number leaves a remainder of 7 when divided by 10, what will be the remainder when the same number is divided by 5?

A. 0
B. 1
C. 2
D. 3

Solution

The number can be expressed as 10k + 7. When divided by 5, the remainder is 7 mod 5, which is 2.

Correct Answer: C — 2

Q. If a number x is congruent to 5 modulo 8, which of the following could be a possible value of x?

A. 13
B. 21
C. 29
D. 37

Solution

x = 5 + 8k for some integer k. 13 is 5 + 8(1), so it is congruent to 5 modulo 8.

Correct Answer: A — 13

Q. If a painting costs $300 and the artist sells it for a 20% profit, what is the selling price?

A. $360
B. $300
C. $240
D. $320

Solution

Selling Price = Cost Price + Profit = 300 + (20/100 * 300) = 300 + 60 = $360.

Correct Answer: A — $360

Q. If a Panchayat has 120 members and 30% of them are women, how many women members are there?

A. 30
B. 36
C. 24
D. 18

Solution

30% of 120 = 0.3 * 120 = 36 women members.

Correct Answer: B — 36

Q. If a Panchayat has 3 committees and each committee has 4 members, how many members are there in total?

A. 10
B. 12
C. 15
D. 8

Solution

Total members = 3 * 4 = 12.

Correct Answer: B — 12

Q. If a Panchayat has 5 members and each member represents 2 villages, how many villages are represented in total?

A. 10
B. 8
C. 12
D. 15

Solution

Total villages represented = 5 * 2 = 10.

Correct Answer: A — 10

Q. If a Panchayat meeting has 40 members and 10% are absent, how many members are present?

A. 36
B. 34
C. 38
D. 32

Solution

Absent members = 10% of 40 = 4. Present members = 40 - 4 = 36.

Correct Answer: A — 36

Q. If a paper is folded in a way that creates a crease, what happens when you unfold it?

A. It stays folded
B. It tears
C. It remains flat
D. It has a permanent crease

Solution

Unfolding a folded paper typically leaves a permanent crease.

Correct Answer: D — It has a permanent crease

Q. If a paper is folded in half and then a triangle is cut from the folded edge, what shape will the cut-out be when the paper is unfolded?

A. triangle
B. rectangle
C. circle
D. square

Solution

The cut-out will be a triangle when the paper is unfolded.

Correct Answer: A — triangle

Q. If a paper is folded in half and then a triangle is cut from the top, what shape will be visible when unfolded?

A. Triangle
B. Square
C. Rectangle
D. Diamond

Solution

Unfolding the paper will reveal a diamond shape from the triangle cut.

Correct Answer: D — Diamond

Q. If a paper is folded in half and then folded in half again, how many layers of paper are there?

A. 2
B. 4
C. 8
D. 16

Solution

Each fold doubles the number of layers, so two folds result in 4 layers.

Correct Answer: C — 8

Q. If a paper is folded in half and then in half again, how many layers of paper are there?

A. 2
B. 4
C. 8
D. 16

Solution

Folding a paper in half twice results in 4 layers (2^2 = 4).

Correct Answer: C — 8

Q. If a paper is folded in half three times, how many layers are there?

A. 6
B. 8
C. 16
D. 32

Solution

Folding a paper in half three times results in 8 layers (2^3 = 8).

Correct Answer: D — 32

Q. If a paper is folded in such a way that a triangle is formed, what will be the shape when it is unfolded? (2023)

A. Triangle
B. Square
C. Rectangle
D. Pentagon

Solution

The triangle will be visible when the paper is unfolded.

Correct Answer: A — Triangle

Q. If a paper is folded into quarters, what will be the visible shape when it is unfolded? (2019)

A. Square
B. Rectangle
C. Circle
D. Triangle

Solution

The paper will return to its original square shape when unfolded.

Correct Answer: A — Square

Q. If a paper is folded into thirds, how many sections does it create?

A. 2
B. 3
C. 4
D. 6

Solution

Folding a paper into thirds creates 3 sections.

Correct Answer: B — 3

Q. If a parabola has its vertex at (3, -2) and opens downwards, what is the general form of its equation?

A. y + 2 = a(x - 3)^2
B. y + 2 = -a(x - 3)^2
C. y - 2 = a(x + 3)^2
D. y - 2 = -a(x + 3)^2

Solution

For a downward-opening parabola with vertex (h, k), the equation is y - k = -a(x - h)^2. Here, h = 3 and k = -2.

Correct Answer: B — y + 2 = -a(x - 3)^2

Q. If a parabola opens to the left, which of the following is its standard form?

A. y^2 = -4px
B. x^2 = -4py
C. y^2 = 4px
D. x^2 = 4py

Solution

The standard form of a parabola that opens to the left is y^2 = -4px.

Correct Answer: A — y^2 = -4px

Q. If a parabola opens to the right and has its vertex at the origin, what is the general form of its equation?

A. y^2 = 4px
B. x^2 = 4py
C. y = mx + c
D. x = ay^2

Solution

The general form of a parabola that opens to the right is y^2 = 4px.

Correct Answer: A — y^2 = 4px

Q. If a Parliament session lasts for 30 days and there are 3 sessions in a year, how many days does Parliament meet in a year?

A. 60 days
B. 90 days
C. 120 days
D. 150 days

Solution

If each session lasts for 30 days and there are 3 sessions, then Parliament meets for 90 days in a year (30 days x 3).

Correct Answer: B — 90 days

Q. If a parliamentary committee consists of 12 members and 1/3 of them are women, how many men are there in the committee? (2021)

A. 4
B. 6
C. 8
D. 10

Solution

Number of women = 1/3 * 12 = 4. Therefore, number of men = 12 - 4 = 8.

Correct Answer: C — 8

Q. If a parliamentary committee consists of 15 members and 5 are from the ruling party, what percentage of the committee members are from the ruling party?

A. 33.33%
B. 25%
C. 20%
D. 40%

Solution

Percentage = (5/15) * 100 = 33.33%.

Correct Answer: A — 33.33%

Q. If a parliamentary committee meets once every 2 weeks and there are 26 weeks in a session, how many times does the committee meet in that session? (2020)

A. 10
B. 12
C. 13
D. 14

Solution

26 weeks / 2 = 13 meetings in that session.

Correct Answer: C — 13

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