Questions

If x + (1/x) = √13, then what is the value of x5 – (1/x5)?

In the following question, out of the given four alternatives, select the one which best expresses the meaning of the given word.

Multitude

Where is the Girnar hills located?

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which is the best substitute of the words/sentence.

Diminish in value over a period of time

In the following question, a sentence has been given in Direct/Indirect speech. Out of the four alternatives suggested, select the one which best express the same sentence in Indirect/Direct speech.

The father said to the son,"Why do you not start preparing for the examination this month?

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which is the best substitute of the phrase.

A place where animals are slaughtered for consumption as food.

In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the word similar in meaning to the word given.

Stymie

The question below consists of a set of labelled sentences. These sentences, when properly sequenced form a coherent paragraph. Select the most logical order of sentences from among the options.

P: This would bring a sense of closure to an issue that has seen about two decades of wrangling.
Q: By clearing the path for 49 percent foreign investment in Air India (AI), the Centre has finally decided to push ahead on its privatisation.
R: While the parliamentary standing committee on AI privatisation is yet to express its views, a sort of political consensus appears to be close at hand.
S: There cannot be a more opportune time to push ahead with disinvestment; this, ironically, is despite the fact that the airline has improved its operational  performance.