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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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Two numbers are in the ratio 3 : 7. If 6 be added to each of them, then they are in the ratio 5 : 9. Find the numbers ?

A) 11 & 17 B) 7 & 17
C) 9 & 21 D) 13 & 23
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) 9 & 21

Explanation:

Let the two numbers be x and y

Given x : y = 3 : 7 .....(1)

Now, x+6 : y+6 = 5 : 9 .....(2)

From (1), x = 3y/7

From (2), 5y - 9x = 24

=> 5y - 9(3y/7) = 24

=> y = 21

=> From(1), x = 9

Hence, the two numbers be 9 and 21

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Refer the below data table and answer the following question.

 

What is the value of total stock (in lakh rupees)?

A) 562.4 B) 145
C) 56.24 D) 241
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) 56.24

Explanation:
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Rs. 700 is divided among A, B, C so that A receives half as much as B and B half as much as C. Then C's share is

A) Rs 200 B) Rs 300
C) Rs 400 D) Rs 500
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) Rs 400

Explanation:

Let C = x.
Then B = x/2
and A = x/4

A:B:C = 1:2:4.
C's share Rs.[(4/7)*700) = 400

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Read the following table carefully and answer the questions given below:

 

The percentage change in sales of 6 departmental stores from 2010 to 2012 is shown in the following table:

 

 

In store T the sales for 2011 amounted to about what percentage of the sales for 2012?

A) 113 B) 109
C) 105 D) 101
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) 109

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After working for 8 days, Arun finds that only 13 rd of the work has been done. He employs Akhil who is 60% as efficient as Arun. How many days more would Akhil take to complete the work?

A) 24.5 days B) 26.6 days
C) 25 days D) 20 days
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) 26.6 days

Explanation:

Arun has completed 13rd of the work in 8 days

Then he can complete the total work in

13 ---- 8

 1 ---- ?

= 24 days


But given Akhil is only 60% as efficient as Arun

Akhil =124×60100=140

Akhil can complete the total work in 40 days

Now, remaining 2/3rd of work can be completed in

 1  ------   40

23 ------   ?  

= 26.66 days.

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A, B and C started a business where their initial capital was in the ratio of 2:3:4. At the end of 6 months, A invested an amount such that his total capital became equal to C's initial capital investment. If the annual profit of B is Rs. 3000 then what is the total profit  ? 

A) Rs. 8,640 B) Rs. 9,850
C) Rs. 10,000 D) Rs. 11,220
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) Rs. 10,000

Explanation:

Ratio of investments of A, B & C = 2×6+4×6 : 3×12 : 4×12

= 36 : 36 : 48

= 6 : 6 : 8

But given that the annual profit of B is Rs. 3000

=> 6 ratio = 3000

Then for the total annual profit of partners is

20 ratio = 3000 x 20/6 = 10,000.

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The height of the wall is 6 times its width and lenght of the wall is 7 times its height .if the volume of the wall be 16128 cu.m.its width is

A) 4m B) 5m
C) 6m D) 7m
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) 4m

Explanation:

Let width = x

Then, height = 6x and length = 42x 

42x * 6x * x = 16128

x = 4

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Refer the below data table and answer the following question.

What was the revenue of the company if its Expenditure was Rs. 650 crore in the year when its % profit was the least?

 

A) 682.5 B) 715
C) 747.5 D) 650
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) 682.5

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