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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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To fill 8 vacancies there are 15 candidates of which 5 are from ST. If 3 of the vacancies are reserved for ST candidates while the rest are open to all, Find the number of ways in which the selection can be done ?

A) 7920 B) 74841
C) 14874 D) 10213
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) 7920

Explanation:

ST candidates vacancies can be filled by C35 ways = 10 

Remaining vacancies are 5 that are to be filled by 12 

=> C512= (12x11x10x9x8)/(5x4x3x2x1) = 792 

Total number of filling the vacancies = 10 x 792 = 7920

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Two filling taps P and Q together can fill a tank with rate of 40 lit/min and 60 lit/min respectively in 8 min. If a waste tap can empty the filled tank in 32 min, then what is the rate of waste tap ?

A) 34 lit/min B) 25 lit/min
C) 22 lit/min D) 18 lit/min
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) 25 lit/min

Explanation:

Given that the waste tap can empty the filled tank in 32 min.

Now, the rate at which the waste tap can empty the tank = (40 + 60)8/32 = 100/4 = 25 lit/min.

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For S = $21,000, payments (R) of $1500 at the end of each 6-month periodi= 10% compounded semi-annually. Find the minimum number of payments to accumulate 21,000.

A) 10 B) 11
C) 12 D) 13
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) 11

Explanation:

S=R[(1+i)^n-1)/i]

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Q:

If - means ÷ , + means x , ÷ means - , x means +, then which of the following equations is correct?

A) 43 x 7 ÷ 5 + 4 - 8 = 25 B) 48 ÷ 5 + 8 x 10 - 2 = 03
C) 36 x 4 - 12 + 5 ÷ 3 = 420 D) 42 + 5 ÷ 6 x 8 - 3 = 28
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) 48 ÷ 5 + 8 x 10 - 2 = 03

Explanation:
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Q:

By investing Rs. 1620 in 8% stock, Michael earns Rs. 135. The stock is then quoted at ?

A) Rs. 145 B) Rs. 245.1
C) Rs. 96 D) Rs. 75
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) Rs. 96

Explanation:

Michel earns Rs. 135 by investing Rs. 1620
To earn Rs. 8 how much he have to invest...?

= (8 x 1620)/135 = Rs. 96

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A constructor estimates that 4 people can paint Mr. Karthik's house in 6 days. If he uses 5 people instead of 4, how long will they take to complete the job ?

A) 3 days B) 26/3 days
C) 13/4 days D) 24/5 days
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: D) 24/5 days

Explanation:

we know that m1 x d1 = m2 x d2
=> 4 x 6 = 5 x d
where d = no. of days taken by 5 men to paint
d = 24/5 days.

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K and L start a business jointly. L invests Rs.16000 for 8 months and L remains in the business for 4 months. Out of the total profit B claims 2/7th share. How much money is contributed by B  ?

A) Rs. 9040 B) Rs. 10,400
C) Rs. 12,800 D) Rs. 6350
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) Rs. 12,800

Explanation:

16x8 : Px4 = 5:2

P = 12.8 => Rs.12,800

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Q:

One word substitute for 'a post without remuneration?'

A) Voluntary B) Honorary
C) Involuntary D) Sinecure
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) Honorary

Explanation:

The One-word substitute for 'a post without remuneration' is Honorary.

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