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The speed of a boat when travelling downstream is 32 km/h, whereas when travelling upstream it is 28 km/h. What is the speed of the boat in still water?

A) 27 km/h B) 29 km/h
C) 31 km/h D) Cannot be determined
 
Answer & Explanation Answer:

Explanation:

Ans.  Suppose the speed of boat in still water is x km/h and speed of stream is y km/h

Speedof boat in downstream = (x + y) km/h x+ y = 32 …(i) 

Speed of boat in upstream = (x – y) km/h

x – y = 28 …(ii)

Add. Eqs. (i) and (ii), we get 2x = 60

x = 30 km/h

 

 

 

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Q:

Where did Harappan civilization develop?

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Harappan or Indus Valley Civilization was the first and ancient civilization which started in what now Pakistan and North West India.


The Harappan civilization existed between 3300 BC and 1300 BC.


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The ruins of Mohenjo-daro is a major archaeological site that was built by this civilization and is now a UNESCO World Heritage Site.


 

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Q:

What occurs once in a minute twice in a moment?

Answer

Here the letter 'M' appears once in Minute and twice in a MoMent.

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Missing letters puzzle

Answer

Answer: U


Explanation:   Starting on the left, and moving along the line to the right, letters follow the alphabetic sequence, in steps of 1,2,3 and then 4, before repeating the sequence.


 

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Q:

The pH of pure water is nearly 7.It will increase on the addition of

A) ammonia B) cane sugar
C) common salt D) hydrochloric acid
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) ammonia

Explanation:

Ammonia is a base. One adding ammonia to water,the resulting solution will become basic. pH of an alkaline solution is 7. So the pH will increase

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Q:

Removal of oil and grease from sewage [waste water]

A) Skimming B) Filtration
C) Screening D) None of the above
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) Skimming

Explanation:

Skimming is the removal of any material or particles that are floating on the surface. Hence, Removal of oil and grease from sewage - waste water is called as skimming.

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Most organic compounds contain carbon and

A) Hydrogen B) Nitrogen
C) Potassium D) All of the above
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) Hydrogen

Explanation:

Most organic compounds contain carbon and hydrogen.

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What is the study of Moon called?

A) Selenology B) Cosmology
C) Iridology D) Planetology
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) Selenology

Explanation:
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