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What are Different sections in Aptitude and Reasoning Question and Answers?

In this highly competitive world, Aptitude and reasoning tests are prominently important. Typically, there are multiple sections in this type of tests. Broadly they are: Verbal Reasoning(Mental Ability, Logical Deduction), Non-Verbal Reasoning, Quantitative Aptitude(Data interpretation, Arithmetic Ability).


Why Aptitude and Reasoning Questions?

Aptitude and Reasoning tests simply mean to measure or determine a person's ability in a particular skill or field of knowledge. These days most of Aptitude and Reasoning tests are in online format. With proper practice of these aptitude tests, They are easy to crack. Preparing for Aptitude and Reasoning tests will often avoid disappointments in Entrance Exams for various competitive exams and job interviews.


What type of questions are there in Aptitude and Reasoning tests?

Aptitude and Reasoning tests consists of various Arithmetic, Data interpretation, Diagrammatic and Psychometric question and answers. Though these tests seem confusing at first, with proper practice and applied logic, they are very easy to crack. Later, it becomes interesting to solve such puzzles. Most of these are based on a particular sequence, hence it is important to understand the sequence to solve the problem. Practicing these more and more will yield better results.

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Three cats are roaming in a zoo n such a way that when cat A takes 5 steps, B takes 6 steps and C takes 7 steps.But the 6 steps of A are equal to the 7 steps of B and 8 steps of C. what is the ratio of their speeds?

A) 140:144:147 B) 40:44:47
C) 15:21:28 D) 252:245:240
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) 140:144:147

Explanation:

Frequency of step of A:B:C = 5 : 6 : 7

But in terms of size of step, 6A = 7B = 8C

Therefore, Ratio of speeds of A, B and C = 5/6 : 6/7 : 7/8 = 140 : 144 : 147

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Ratio of the ages of Mahesh and Nilesh is 5 : x. Mahesh is 18 years younger to Ramesh. After nine years Ramesh will be 47 years old. If the difference between the ages of Mahesh and Nilesh is same as the age of Ramesh, what is the value of x ?

A) 11.8 B) 12.9
C) 13.7 D) 14.5
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: D) 14.5

Explanation:

Let the present ages of Mahesh, Nilesh and Ramesh be k, l and m respectively.
k/l = 5/x ------ (1)
k = m - 18 ------ (2)
m + 9 = 47 ------ (3)
k - l = m ----- (4)
(3) => m = 47 - 9 = 38 years
(2) => k = 38 -18 = 20 years
(1) => 20/l = 5/x => l = 4x
(4) => 4x - 20 = 38
=> 4x = 58 => x = 14.5

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The following table represents the rainfall (in mm) of five states from June to September in a year.

 

 

Consider the information and answer questions based on it.

 

Which state has the lowest average rainfall?

 

 

A) JK B) HP
C) WB D) TN
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: D) TN

Explanation:
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Q:

Choose the correct figure to replace the question mark.

 

A) 1 B) 3
C) 2 D) 4
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) 2

Explanation:
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In the following question, select the missing number from the given series.

 

18, 37, 76, 155, 314, ?

 

A) 633   B) 628  
C) 537   D) 528
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) 633  

Explanation:
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A typist uses a sheet measuring 20cm by 30cm lengthwise.If a margin of 2 cm is left on each side and a 3 cm margin on top and bottom, then percent of the page used for typing is

A) 64% B) 74%
C) 84% D) 94%
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) 64%

Explanation:

Area of the sheet = 20×30cm2  

Area used for typing = 20-4×30-6cm2   

required % =384600×100=64%

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Read the statements and answer the question based on it.

 

Statements :

 

1. Some mammals are extinct and some are critically endangered.
2. All dinosaurs are extinct.
3. Some reptiles are critically endangered and some are already extinct.

 

Which option logically follows the given statements ?

 

A) All dinosaurs are mammals B) There are no reptiles that are out of the danger of extinction
C) No dinosaurs are critically endangered D) Some reptiles are dinosaurs who are extinct
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) No dinosaurs are critically endangered

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Directions : For the Assertion (A) and Reason (R) below, choose the correct alternative 

Assertion (A)  :  a Leaves of plants are green. 

Reason (R)    :   Plants contain chromoplasts, the green pigment. 

A) Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A. B) Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A.
C) A is true but R is false. D) A is false but R is true.
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) A is true but R is false.

Explanation:

Leaves of plants are green because they contain the green pigment, chlorophyll. However, plants contain chromoplasts but they are not green pigments. 

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