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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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Q:

1 + 1 + 1 + 1 + 1 + 1 + 1 + 1 + 1 + 1 + 1 x 0 + 1 + 1 = ?

A) 0 B) 2
C) 12 D) 10
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) 12

Explanation:

Given 

1 + 1 + 1 + 1 + 1 + 1 + 1 + 1 + 1 + 1 + 1 x 0 + 1 + 1

Using BODMAS Rule,

As multiplication precedes addition, 1 x 0 = 0, 

Now, 10 + 0 + 1 + 1 = 10 + 2 = 12.

 

Hence, 1 + 1 + 1 + 1 + 1 + 1 + 1 + 1 + 1 + 1 + 1 x 0 + 1 + 1 = 12.

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What is the product of a number and its reciprocal?

A) 0 B) 1
C) -ve of the number D) the number itself
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) 1

Explanation:

The product of a number and its reciprocal is always equals to 1.

 

For Example : Let the number be 4.

Now, its reciprocal is 1/4

Hence, required product = 4 x 1/4 = 1.

 

Now, take the number as -15.

Then its reciprocal is -1/15

Required product = -15 x -1/15 = 1.

 

Hence, the product of a number and its reciprocal is 1.

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Q:

What is the percentage decrease in the area of a triangle if its each side is halved?

A) 75% B) 50%
C) 25% D) No change
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) 75%

Explanation:
Area of triangle of = ½*a*b* sinθ = A
Where a and b are sides of the triangle and θ be the angle between them
After decreasing each side
New area = ½*(a/2)*(b/2)*sinθ = ¼ A
%decrease = [(A–¼ A)/A ]*100 = 75%
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In the given figure, ∡QRU = 72°, ∡TRS = 15°, ∡PSR = 95° , then what is the value (in deg) of ∡PQR?

A) 85 B) 95
C) 75 D) 90
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) 95

Explanation:
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If A = 2B = 4C; what is the value of A : B : C?

A) 4 : 2 : 1 B) 1 : 2 : 4
C) 8 : 4 : 1 D) 16 : 4 : 1
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) 4 : 2 : 1

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Select the option that depicts the correct mirror image of the given word when the mirror is placed horizontally below the word.

HEALTHY

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

Explanation:
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Train A takes 45 minutes more than train B to travel a distance of 450 km. Due to engine trouble speed of train B falls by a quarter, so it takes 30 minutes more than Train A to complete the same journey. What is the speed of Train A (in km/hr)?

A) 90 B) 120
C) 100 D) 110
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) 100

Explanation:
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A and B entered into a partnership with Rs.800 and Rs.1600 respectively. From 9th months onward they each decided to invest Rs.100 more on starting of each month. If total annual profit is Rs.7700 then find the profit share of A.

A) Rs.2550 B) Rs.3200
C) Rs.2650 D) Rs.2450
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) Rs.2650

Explanation:

A : B = (800 × 8+ 900+ 1000+ 1100+ 1200): (1600 × 8+ 1700+ 1800+ 1900+ 2000)
A : B = 53 : 101
Profit of A ⇒ 7700 ×53/154 = 2650 Rs.

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