ADF Vault Quiz - Extended - Quiz, Flashcards & Trivia

1. Making it to the bus terminal before noon will give you the.......to do some shopping.

Luck

Opportunity

Possibilty

Ways

This is the only grammatically correct word. The only other word which comes close is 'possibility'. However then the sentence would read "...would make it possible to do some shopping."

Explanation

This is the only grammatically correct word. The only other word which comes close is 'possibility'. However then the sentence would read "...would make it possible to do some shopping."

2. In some cases you double the last letter before adding "er" or "est". Please read the sentence and choose the correct word. If you add "est" to "quick" what is the correct spelling?

Quickest

Quickkest

In this case, the word "quick" is being compared to something else, so the superlative form is needed. To form the superlative, the last letter "k" is doubled before adding "est", resulting in the correct spelling "quickest".

Explanation

In this case, the word "quick" is being compared to something else, so the superlative form is needed. To form the superlative, the last letter "k" is doubled before adding "est", resulting in the correct spelling "quickest".

3. If we compare two objects we use "er". When we compare more than two objects we use "est". Please read the sentence and select either "er" or "est". Sharon is ______ than Sheila.

Shorter

Shortest

In the sentence, we are comparing the height of Sharon and Sheila. Since we are only comparing two objects (Sharon and Sheila), we should use the comparative form of the adjective, which is "shorter". This form indicates that Sharon's height is less than Sheila's height. Therefore, the correct answer is "shorter".

Explanation

In the sentence, we are comparing the height of Sharon and Sheila. Since we are only comparing two objects (Sharon and Sheila), we should use the comparative form of the adjective, which is "shorter". This form indicates that Sharon's height is less than Sheila's height. Therefore, the correct answer is "shorter".

4. If we compare two objects we use "er". When we compare more than two objects we use "est". Please read the sentence and select the correct answer. The girl at the park was ______________ than the girl inside.

Happier

Happiest

In this sentence, we are comparing two girls - the girl at the park and the girl inside. Since we are comparing only two objects, we use the comparative form of the adjective, which is "happier". The word "happier" indicates that the girl at the park is more happy than the girl inside.

Explanation

In this sentence, we are comparing two girls - the girl at the park and the girl inside. Since we are comparing only two objects, we use the comparative form of the adjective, which is "happier". The word "happier" indicates that the girl at the park is more happy than the girl inside.

5. What is the synonym for alike?

Cheerful

Smile

Same

A synonym is a word that means the same thing.

Explanation

A synonym is a word that means the same thing.

6. What is the synonym for greet?

Welcome

Goodbye

Enter

A synonym is a word that means the same thing.

Explanation

A synonym is a word that means the same thing.

7. Which is the correct plural?

2 country

2 countrys

2 countries

2 countryes

The correct plural form for the word "country" is "countries". In English, when we want to indicate more than one of something, we usually add an "s" to the end of the word. Therefore, "countries" is the correct plural form in this case. The other options provided ("countryes" and "countrys") are not correct plural forms and do not follow the usual rules of English grammar.

Explanation

The correct plural form for the word "country" is "countries". In English, when we want to indicate more than one of something, we usually add an "s" to the end of the word. Therefore, "countries" is the correct plural form in this case. The other options provided ("countryes" and "countrys") are not correct plural forms and do not follow the usual rules of English grammar.

8. I have only a ________ Christmas cards left to write.

Few

Fewer

Less

Little

The word "few" is the correct answer because it is used to describe a small number of countable objects, such as Christmas cards. In this sentence, the speaker is implying that they have a small number of Christmas cards left to write, suggesting that they have already written a significant number of cards.

Explanation

The word "few" is the correct answer because it is used to describe a small number of countable objects, such as Christmas cards. In this sentence, the speaker is implying that they have a small number of Christmas cards left to write, suggesting that they have already written a significant number of cards.

9. The concert will begin ________ fifteen minutes.

In

On

With

About

The word "in" is the correct answer because it is commonly used to indicate the starting time of an event. In this case, it suggests that the concert will start after a duration of fifteen minutes.

Explanation

The word "in" is the correct answer because it is commonly used to indicate the starting time of an event. In this case, it suggests that the concert will start after a duration of fifteen minutes.

10. What is 50% of 12?

1.2

6

10

12

To find 50% of a number, we divide the number by 2. In this case, 12 divided by 2 equals 6. Therefore, 6 is 50% of 12.

Explanation

To find 50% of a number, we divide the number by 2. In this case, 12 divided by 2 equals 6. Therefore, 6 is 50% of 12.

11. How is my mother's sister's brother's wife's child related to me?

Brother

Uncle

Cousin

Nephew

There is an extra relation here to confuse you. The mother's sister's brother is of course the mother's brother. And the brother's wife's child is also the brother's child.

So now you can read it as the mother's brother's child. This is easier to identify the answer as your cousin.

Explanation

There is an extra relation here to confuse you. The mother's sister's brother is of course the mother's brother. And the brother's wife's child is also the brother's child.

So now you can read it as the mother's brother's child. This is easier to identify the answer as your cousin.

12. If we compare two objects we use "er". When we compare more than two objects we use "est". Please read the sentence and select the correct answer. Daishalyn is ______ than your average six year old.

Smarter

Smartest

The sentence is comparing Daishalyn to an average six-year-old. Since it is only comparing two objects (Daishalyn and the average six-year-old), we use the comparative form "smarter" rather than the superlative form "smartest".

Explanation

The sentence is comparing Daishalyn to an average six-year-old. Since it is only comparing two objects (Daishalyn and the average six-year-old), we use the comparative form "smarter" rather than the superlative form "smartest".

13. What is the synonym for talk?

Walk

Run

Speak

A synonym is a word that means the same thing.

Explanation

A synonym is a word that means the same thing.

14. You were ____________ the Brisbane office before 2 p.m.

Suppose call

Supposed to call

Supposed calling

Supposed call

The correct answer is "supposed to call." This is because the phrase "supposed to" is used to indicate an obligation or expectation. In this sentence, it suggests that there was an expectation or obligation for the person to make a call to the Brisbane office before 2 p.m.

Explanation

The correct answer is "supposed to call." This is because the phrase "supposed to" is used to indicate an obligation or expectation. In this sentence, it suggests that there was an expectation or obligation for the person to make a call to the Brisbane office before 2 p.m.

15. Maria __________ never late for work.

Am

Are

Were

Is

The correct answer is "is" because it agrees with the subject "Maria" and the present tense form of the verb "to be".

Explanation

The correct answer is "is" because it agrees with the subject "Maria" and the present tense form of the verb "to be".

16. In some cases you double the last letter before adding "er" or "est". Please read the sentence and choose the correct word. If you add "er" to "quick" what is the correct spelling?

Quickker

Quicker

In this case, the word "quick" ends with the letter "k". According to the rule mentioned in the question, when adding "er" to a word that ends with a single consonant letter preceded by a single vowel letter, the consonant letter is doubled. Therefore, the correct spelling is "quicker" with the double "k" before adding "er".

Explanation

In this case, the word "quick" ends with the letter "k". According to the rule mentioned in the question, when adding "er" to a word that ends with a single consonant letter preceded by a single vowel letter, the consonant letter is doubled. Therefore, the correct spelling is "quicker" with the double "k" before adding "er".

17. In some cases you double the last letter before adding "er" or "est". Please read the sentence and choose the correct word. If you add "er" to "great" what is the correct spelling?

Greater

Greatter

When adding "er" to "great," the correct spelling is "greater." This follows the rule of doubling the last letter before adding "er" or "est" in some cases. In this case, the last letter of "great" is "t," so it is doubled to "tt" before adding "er."

Explanation

When adding "er" to "great," the correct spelling is "greater." This follows the rule of doubling the last letter before adding "er" or "est" in some cases. In this case, the last letter of "great" is "t," so it is doubled to "tt" before adding "er."

18. In some cases you double the last letter before adding "er" or "est". Please read the sentence and choose the correct word. If you add er to "hot" what is the correct spelling?

Hoter

Hotter

When adding "er" to the word "hot," you double the last letter "t" before adding the suffix. Therefore, the correct spelling is "hotter."

Explanation

When adding "er" to the word "hot," you double the last letter "t" before adding the suffix. Therefore, the correct spelling is "hotter."

19. Write a describing word that tells about color, size or shape. That apple is __________.

Rolling

Round

Cold

The word "round" is a describing word that tells about the shape of the apple. It implies that the apple has a circular or spherical shape.

Explanation

The word "round" is a describing word that tells about the shape of the apple. It implies that the apple has a circular or spherical shape.

20. Cheryl likes apples, _________ she does not like oranges.

So

For

But

Or

The word "but" is the correct answer because it is used to show contrast or opposition between two ideas. In this case, it is used to contrast Cheryl's liking for apples with her dislike for oranges.

Explanation

The word "but" is the correct answer because it is used to show contrast or opposition between two ideas. In this case, it is used to contrast Cheryl's liking for apples with her dislike for oranges.

21. Write in the sensory word from the sentence. A sensory word tells how things look, taste, smell, sound and feel.

The little girl was sad because she could not play outside.

The word "sad" is a sensory word that describes the little girl's emotions. It indicates that she is feeling unhappy or downcast because she is unable to play outside. The word "sad" appeals to our sense of emotions and feelings, conveying a sense of sorrow or disappointment in this context.

Explanation

The word "sad" is a sensory word that describes the little girl's emotions. It indicates that she is feeling unhappy or downcast because she is unable to play outside. The word "sad" appeals to our sense of emotions and feelings, conveying a sense of sorrow or disappointment in this context.

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22.

In some cases you double the last letter before adding "er" or "est". Please read the sentence and choose the correct word. If you add "er" to "thin" what is the correct spelling?

Thinner

Thiner

In this case, the correct spelling is "thinner" because when adding "er" to the word "thin," we double the last letter "n" before adding the suffix. This maintains the short vowel sound in the word.

Explanation

In this case, the correct spelling is "thinner" because when adding "er" to the word "thin," we double the last letter "n" before adding the suffix. This maintains the short vowel sound in the word.

23. The company will upgrade _________ computer information systems next month.

There

Their

They're

The correct answer is "their" because it is used to show possession. In this sentence, it indicates that the company will upgrade the computer information systems that belong to them. "There" is used to indicate a place, and "they're" is a contraction of "they are," which does not make sense in this context.

Explanation

The correct answer is "their" because it is used to show possession. In this sentence, it indicates that the company will upgrade the computer information systems that belong to them. "There" is used to indicate a place, and "they're" is a contraction of "they are," which does not make sense in this context.

24. Eli's hobbies include jogging, swimming, and __________.

To climb mountains

Climb mountains

To climb

Climbing mountains

The given sentence states that Eli's hobbies include jogging and swimming, and it is asking for another hobby that Eli enjoys. The correct answer, "climbing mountains," fits logically with the other activities mentioned and completes the sentence by providing another hobby that Eli enjoys.

Explanation

The given sentence states that Eli's hobbies include jogging and swimming, and it is asking for another hobby that Eli enjoys. The correct answer, "climbing mountains," fits logically with the other activities mentioned and completes the sentence by providing another hobby that Eli enjoys.

25. The movie was __________ the book (although this rarely happens).

As

As good

Good as

As good as

The phrase "as good as" is used to compare the movie to the book, indicating that they are of equal quality. The statement also mentions that this rarely happens, suggesting that it is uncommon for a movie to be as good as the book it is based on.

Explanation

The phrase "as good as" is used to compare the movie to the book, indicating that they are of equal quality. The statement also mentions that this rarely happens, suggesting that it is uncommon for a movie to be as good as the book it is based on.

26. Alicia, __________ the windows please. It's too hot in here.

Opens

Open

Opened

Will opened

The correct answer is "open" because it is the present tense form of the verb that matches with the subject "Alicia." The sentence is a command or request, and in this case, we use the base form of the verb "open" without the "-s" ending that is used for third-person singular subjects.

Explanation

The correct answer is "open" because it is the present tense form of the verb that matches with the subject "Alicia." The sentence is a command or request, and in this case, we use the base form of the verb "open" without the "-s" ending that is used for third-person singular subjects.

27. A, e, i, m, q, u, _, _

Y, c

B, f

G, i

None

The letters are increasing by four increments. You can count this on your hand like this:

Thumb: a
Pointer Finger: b
Middle Finger c
Third finger: d
Pinky finger: e

This shows that each letter is on the thumb and pinky. Make sure you reset each count. So in this case 'e' becomes the thumb (so you sort of count it twice like this).

If you're really in a hurry on this it is a good guess that y,c is the correct response because this is the only answer that has a letter AFTER 'u'.

Explanation

The letters are increasing by four increments. You can count this on your hand like this:

Thumb: a
Pointer Finger: b
Middle Finger c
Third finger: d
Pinky finger: e

This shows that each letter is on the thumb and pinky. Make sure you reset each count. So in this case 'e' becomes the thumb (so you sort of count it twice like this).

If you're really in a hurry on this it is a good guess that y,c is the correct response because this is the only answer that has a letter AFTER 'u'.

28.

A

B

C

D

E

One less dot each time and the colour alternates black then red. This is a very basic example of why it is good to look at changes in colour and detail on abstract reasoning questions (like this).

Explanation

One less dot each time and the colour alternates black then red. This is a very basic example of why it is good to look at changes in colour and detail on abstract reasoning questions (like this).

29.

A

B

C

D

E

The size of the shapes change places vertically each progression. Each time a new colour is added, that colour becomes the colour of both shapes in the following progression. So the addition of green in the fourth progression means that both shapes will be green in the fifth progression.

Explanation

The size of the shapes change places vertically each progression. Each time a new colour is added, that colour becomes the colour of both shapes in the following progression. So the addition of green in the fourth progression means that both shapes will be green in the fifth progression.

30. Write in the sensory word from the sentence. A sensory word tells how things look, taste, smell, sound and feel.

My alarm clock makes a loud sound in the morning.

The word "loud" describes the sound made by the alarm clock in the morning. It indicates that the sound produced by the alarm clock is high in volume and can be easily heard.

Explanation

The word "loud" describes the sound made by the alarm clock in the morning. It indicates that the sound produced by the alarm clock is high in volume and can be easily heard.

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31. In some cases you double the last letter before adding "er" or "est". Please read the sentence and choose the correct word. If you add "est" to "great" what is the correct spelling?

Greattest

Greatest

When adding "est" to the word "great", the last letter "t" is doubled before adding the suffix. Therefore, the correct spelling is "greatest".

Explanation

When adding "est" to the word "great", the last letter "t" is doubled before adding the suffix. Therefore, the correct spelling is "greatest".

32. What is the synonym for thin?

Thick

Skinny

Wide

A synonym is a word that means the same thing.

Explanation

A synonym is a word that means the same thing.

33. Juan___________ in the library this morning.

Is study

Studying

Is studying

Are studying

The correct answer is "is studying" because the sentence is in the present tense and refers to a singular subject, "Juan." Therefore, the verb should be conjugated in the present tense for a singular subject, which is "is studying."

Explanation

The correct answer is "is studying" because the sentence is in the present tense and refers to a singular subject, "Juan." Therefore, the verb should be conjugated in the present tense for a singular subject, which is "is studying."

34. Which of the following is most similar in meaning to particular:

Special

Simple

Careful

Specific

Obvious

The word "particular" refers to something that is specific or distinct. Similarly, the word "specific" also means something that is precise or detailed. Therefore, "specific" is the most similar in meaning to "particular".

Explanation

The word "particular" refers to something that is specific or distinct. Similarly, the word "specific" also means something that is precise or detailed. Therefore, "specific" is the most similar in meaning to "particular".

35. Four of the following words are alike in some way. Select the odd word out?

Petrified

Fearful

Terrified

Daring

Scared

The words "petrified," "fearful," "terrified," and "scared" all have similar meanings as they all describe a state of being afraid or frightened. However, "daring" stands out as the odd word because it has the opposite meaning. It implies being bold, courageous, or willing to take risks, which is different from the other words that express fear or apprehension.

Explanation

The words "petrified," "fearful," "terrified," and "scared" all have similar meanings as they all describe a state of being afraid or frightened. However, "daring" stands out as the odd word because it has the opposite meaning. It implies being bold, courageous, or willing to take risks, which is different from the other words that express fear or apprehension.

36. Which of the following is the odd one out?

A

B

C

D

E

F

The dot is on the outside in 'f'. In all the other pictures it is on the inside.

Explanation

The dot is on the outside in 'f'. In all the other pictures it is on the inside.

37. Write in the sensory word from the sentence. A sensory word tells how things look, taste, smell, sound and feel. The boiling water was perfect for my porridge.

The word "boiling" in the sentence describes how the water was. It suggests that the water was very hot and bubbling, which is a sensory experience related to temperature and movement.

Explanation

The word "boiling" in the sentence describes how the water was. It suggests that the water was very hot and bubbling, which is a sensory experience related to temperature and movement.

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38. What is the synonym for also?

Too

Never

Now

A synonym is a word that means the same thing.

Explanation

A synonym is a word that means the same thing.

39. What is the synonym for large?

Small

Tiny

Big

A synonym is a word that means the same thing.

Explanation

A synonym is a word that means the same thing.

40. A father's age is five times his son's age. Four years ago the father was 9 times older than his son. How old are the father and son at present?

30yrs and 6yrs

25yrs and 5yrs

40yrs and 8yrs

None of these

You can solve this by rough estimation given you have multiple choice here. You can quickly see that each of the first 3 answers satisfy the condition that the father is currently 5 times the age of the son.

By subtracting 4 years from each age in each answer you will see them as follows:
a: 26 and 2
b: 21 and 1
c: 36 and 4

Now it is clear that the answer is c: 40 and 8 (because 4 x 9 = 36 and 5 x 8 = 40). These questions are why it is important to learn your multiplication tables prior to testing.

Explanation

You can solve this by rough estimation given you have multiple choice here. You can quickly see that each of the first 3 answers satisfy the condition that the father is currently 5 times the age of the son.

By subtracting 4 years from each age in each answer you will see them as follows:
a: 26 and 2
b: 21 and 1
c: 36 and 4

Now it is clear that the answer is c: 40 and 8 (because 4 x 9 = 36 and 5 x 8 = 40). These questions are why it is important to learn your multiplication tables prior to testing.

41.

A

B

C

D

E

F

The image is a mirror image top to bottom. Or vertically mirrored.

Explanation

The image is a mirror image top to bottom. Or vertically mirrored.

42.

If we compare two objects we use "er". When we compare more than two objects we use "est". Please read the sentence and select the correct answer. During the race, Amy came in second, Grace came in third and Callie came in first. Who was the __________ runner.

Faster

Fastest

In the given sentence, we are comparing the three runners - Amy, Grace, and Callie. Since we are comparing more than two objects, we use the word "fastest" to indicate the superlative degree. This means that Callie was the fastest runner among the three.

Explanation

In the given sentence, we are comparing the three runners - Amy, Grace, and Callie. Since we are comparing more than two objects, we use the word "fastest" to indicate the superlative degree. This means that Callie was the fastest runner among the three.

43. In some cases you double the last letter before adding "er" or "est". Please read the sentence and choose the correct word. If you add "est" to "wet" what is the correct spelling?

Wettest

Wetest

When adding "est" to "wet," you double the last letter "t" and add "est" to form the superlative degree of the adjective. Therefore, the correct spelling is "wettest."

Explanation

When adding "est" to "wet," you double the last letter "t" and add "est" to form the superlative degree of the adjective. Therefore, the correct spelling is "wettest."

44. In some cases you double the last letter before adding "er" or "est". Please read the sentence and choose the correct word. If you add "er" to "wet" what is the correct spelling?

Wetter

Weter

In this case, the rule states that when adding "er" or "est" to a word, you double the last letter if the word ends in a consonant-vowel-consonant pattern. Since "wet" ends in a consonant-vowel-consonant pattern, the last letter "t" is doubled before adding "er", resulting in the correct spelling "wetter".

Explanation

In this case, the rule states that when adding "er" or "est" to a word, you double the last letter if the word ends in a consonant-vowel-consonant pattern. Since "wet" ends in a consonant-vowel-consonant pattern, the last letter "t" is doubled before adding "er", resulting in the correct spelling "wetter".

45. Write in the sensory word from the sentence. A sensory word tells how things look, taste, smell, sound and feel.

The hot soup burned my mouth.

The word "hot" is a sensory word because it describes the temperature of the soup. It tells us how the soup feels when it comes into contact with the mouth, indicating that it is very warm or even scalding.

Explanation

The word "hot" is a sensory word because it describes the temperature of the soup. It tells us how the soup feels when it comes into contact with the mouth, indicating that it is very warm or even scalding.

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46. Which of the following is most similar in meaning to sad:

Happy

Tears

Unhappy

Cry

None of the above

The word "sad" is generally used to describe a feeling of unhappiness or sorrow. The word "unhappy" also refers to a state of not being happy, which is similar in meaning to "sad". Therefore, "unhappy" is the most similar in meaning to "sad" among the given options.

Explanation

The word "sad" is generally used to describe a feeling of unhappiness or sorrow. The word "unhappy" also refers to a state of not being happy, which is similar in meaning to "sad". Therefore, "unhappy" is the most similar in meaning to "sad" among the given options.

47. SMELL is to NOSE, as SOUND is to:

Ear

Music

Eye

Trumpet

None of the above

Smell is detected by the nose as sound is detected by the ear.

Explanation

Smell is detected by the nose as sound is detected by the ear.

48. Select the word that has a similar meaning to outgoing:

Extroverted

Contained

Outside

Exit

Introverted

The word "extroverted" has a similar meaning to outgoing. It refers to someone who is sociable, friendly, and enjoys being around other people.

Explanation

The word "extroverted" has a similar meaning to outgoing. It refers to someone who is sociable, friendly, and enjoys being around other people.

49.

Which comes next?

Every second box is the two dots in reverse positions. They are mirror image each time.

Explanation

Every second box is the two dots in reverse positions. They are mirror image each time.

50. You work in purchasing for a company & must buy the following 9 cars for the company pool in the next three months. The company is bureaucratic & has a rule that exactly $60,000 must be spent in each of the three months & you are only allowed to buy 3 cars each month. In the first month you buy the Fiat Uno. Which other 2 cars must you buy that month? BMW Series 3 $40,000 Lexus $36,000 Volvo Estate $32,000 Ford Focus $14,000 Ford Focus $14,000 Ford Focus $14,000 Skoda Octavia $12,000 Ford Ka $10,000 Fiat Uno $8,000

BMW & Focus

Lexus & Volvo

Focus & Focus

Volvo & Skoda

Skoda & BMW

This is the only solution that matches the requirement to spend $60,000.

You have $52,000 remaining after purchasing the $8000 Fiat Uno (60,000 - 8000 = 52,000)

$40,000 (BMW) + $12,000 (Skoda) = $52,000.

Explanation

This is the only solution that matches the requirement to spend $60,000.

You have $52,000 remaining after purchasing the $8000 Fiat Uno (60,000 - 8000 = 52,000)

$40,000 (BMW) + $12,000 (Skoda) = $52,000.

51. In some cases you double the last letter before adding "er" or "est". Please read the sentence and choose the correct word. If you add "er" to "fat" what is the correct spelling?

Fater

Fatter

In this case, the correct spelling is "fatter". When adding "er" to the word "fat" to compare it to something else, you double the last letter, which is "t", before adding "er". This rule is followed to maintain the pronunciation of the word.

Explanation

In this case, the correct spelling is "fatter". When adding "er" to the word "fat" to compare it to something else, you double the last letter, which is "t", before adding "er". This rule is followed to maintain the pronunciation of the word.

52.

A

B

C

D

E

There is one more BLUE square in each progression. There remains the same number of black squares.

Explanation

There is one more BLUE square in each progression. There remains the same number of black squares.

53. Select the two statements that together prove that: Kelly has brown hair

Kelly has long hair.

Rachael has brown hair.

Rachael is ten years old.

Kelly’s hair is the same colour as Rachael’s.

Rachael has short hair.

The statement "Rachael has brown hair" directly states that Rachael has brown hair. The statement "Kelly's hair is the same color as Rachael's" implies that Kelly also has brown hair because it states that their hair color is the same. Therefore, combining these two statements proves that Kelly has brown hair.

Explanation

The statement "Rachael has brown hair" directly states that Rachael has brown hair. The statement "Kelly's hair is the same color as Rachael's" implies that Kelly also has brown hair because it states that their hair color is the same. Therefore, combining these two statements proves that Kelly has brown hair.

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54. Mike and Andrew leave the same location at the same time. They are both walking to the train station. Mike walks at 6km per hour and arrives 5 minutes early for the train. Andrew walks at 5km per hour and is late by 7 minutes! How far was the distance from their start location to the train station (assuming they walked the same route)?

60km

6km

600km

6000km

Further below is a short discussion on the mathematical facts of this solution - but you don't need that. This type of question will be multiple choice in police exams. So you only need to be able to estimate. One easy reference is that there is about a 10 minute difference in these walking speeds over an hour. So this roughly equates to the difference in their arrival time (12 minutes apart). So you know the distance is about 5 or 6 km. Only one solution is close to this.

There is a mathematical way to work out this solution - which is basically to understand there is a 12 minute difference in the timing. Therefore the deficit is appropriate to a 6km distance (an additional 12 minutes at 5km per hour)

Explanation

Further below is a short discussion on the mathematical facts of this solution - but you don't need that. This type of question will be multiple choice in police exams. So you only need to be able to estimate. One easy reference is that there is about a 10 minute difference in these walking speeds over an hour. So this roughly equates to the difference in their arrival time (12 minutes apart). So you know the distance is about 5 or 6 km. Only one solution is close to this.

There is a mathematical way to work out this solution - which is basically to understand there is a 12 minute difference in the timing. Therefore the deficit is appropriate to a 6km distance (an additional 12 minutes at 5km per hour)

55.

A

B

C

D

E

The line of black squares alternate top to bottom with one more black square added to the line each time.

Explanation

The line of black squares alternate top to bottom with one more black square added to the line each time.

56. Who is ____________ , Marina or Sachiko?

Tallest

Tall

The tallest

The question is asking for a comparison between Marina and Sachiko to determine who is the tallest. The phrase "the tallest" indicates that there is a comparison being made between the two individuals, and the answer is indicating that "the tallest" refers to one of them. However, without additional context or information, it is impossible to determine whether Marina or Sachiko is the tallest.

Explanation

The question is asking for a comparison between Marina and Sachiko to determine who is the tallest. The phrase "the tallest" indicates that there is a comparison being made between the two individuals, and the answer is indicating that "the tallest" refers to one of them. However, without additional context or information, it is impossible to determine whether Marina or Sachiko is the tallest.

57. BIRDS are to FLY as HORSE is to:

Speed

Grass

Legs

Paddock

Trot

Birds fly and horses trot.

Explanation

Birds fly and horses trot.

58. 5. Find two words, one from each group, that are closest in meaning.

Group A raise floor stairs

Group B top elevate basement

A. raise and elevate

B. raise and top

C. floor and basement

D. stairs and top

Raise and elevate are both verbs indicating lifting something.

Explanation

Raise and elevate are both verbs indicating lifting something.

59.

A

B

C

D

E

F

Four shapes are paired with two shapes. And the shapes are different.

Explanation

Four shapes are paired with two shapes. And the shapes are different.

60. Debbie, Kimi and Michael have Ferraris. Michael also has a Reliant Robin. Jensen has a Mercedes and a Model T. Rubens also has a Mercedes. Debbie also has a Bugatti Veyron. Rubens has just bought a Toyota Prius. Who has the least cars?

Debbie

Kimi

Michael

Rubens

Jensen

Kimi is the only person mentioned who only has one car.

Explanation

Kimi is the only person mentioned who only has one car.

61.

A

B

C

D

E

The red bar is rotating 45 degrees anti clockwise each time and the black line is rotating 45 degrees clockwise each time.

Explanation

The red bar is rotating 45 degrees anti clockwise each time and the black line is rotating 45 degrees clockwise each time.

62. All of the words below are alike in some way. vigilant, precise, meticulous, particular Which of the following options could not be included?

Careful

Thorough

Detailed

Perfectionistic

Hasty

The words vigilant, precise, meticulous, particular, careful, thorough, detailed, and perfectionistic all describe someone who pays close attention to detail and is very thorough in their actions. However, hasty means to do something quickly and without much thought or care, which is the opposite of the other words. Therefore, hasty could not be included in the group of words that are alike.

Explanation

The words vigilant, precise, meticulous, particular, careful, thorough, detailed, and perfectionistic all describe someone who pays close attention to detail and is very thorough in their actions. However, hasty means to do something quickly and without much thought or care, which is the opposite of the other words. Therefore, hasty could not be included in the group of words that are alike.

63. Since an immediate change was needed on an emergency basis, _____ by the governor to curtail railway expenditure.

So it was proposed

Was proposed

Because of the proposal

It was proposed

The sentence starts with the connector "SINCE" and the blank is after the comma. This means you need a subject, verb or both. Options "A" and "C" are eliminated because they also have connectors. Options "B" is eliminated because it has no subject. Leaving option "D" as the correct option.

Explanation

The sentence starts with the connector "SINCE" and the blank is after the comma. This means you need a subject, verb or both. Options "A" and "C" are eliminated because they also have connectors. Options "B" is eliminated because it has no subject. Leaving option "D" as the correct option.

64.

D

C

B

A

E

F

Every second picture is vertical arrows pointing up. First one, then two and now three.

Explanation

Every second picture is vertical arrows pointing up. First one, then two and now three.

65. What is the synonym for bake?

Cake

Roast

Fry

A synonym is a word that means the same thing.

Explanation

A synonym is a word that means the same thing.

66. What is the synonym for smile?

Frown

Grin

Laugh

A synonym is a word that means the same thing.

Explanation

A synonym is a word that means the same thing.

67. What is twenty percent of 25 % of 20.

2

1

5

4

Work this backwards if it helps. So 25% of 20 = 5 (another way to do this is 20 / 4 = 5).

Then 20% of 5 = 1 (another way to do this is 5 / 5 = 1)

Explanation

Work this backwards if it helps. So 25% of 20 = 5 (another way to do this is 20 / 4 = 5).

Then 20% of 5 = 1 (another way to do this is 5 / 5 = 1)

68. Which box is next in the pattern:

A

B

C

D

E

F

A blank picture follows the bigger circle.

Explanation

A blank picture follows the bigger circle.

69. Athos, Portos and Aramis live in three adjoining houses. Aramis has a black cat called d'Artagnan, Portos has a white dog whereas Athos has a red herring. Portos has a neighbour with a red door. The owner of a four legged animal has a blue door. Either a feline or fish owner has a green door. Aramis and Portos are not neighbours. Whose door is red?

Aramis

Portos

Athos

There are only a few facts you need to determine who has the red door. You can quickly eliminate incorrect answers like this:

Portos: Has has a neighbour with a red door (so his must have the blue or green door)
Aramis: Portos and Aramis are not neighbours (and Portos is neighbours with the red door)

Therefore it can only be Athos with the red door. The other facts listed can confirm this but are not necessary. This is why it is always good to quickly read the actual question (in the case about the door) before reading the full text. That way you know what you are looking for.

Explanation

There are only a few facts you need to determine who has the red door. You can quickly eliminate incorrect answers like this:

Portos: Has has a neighbour with a red door (so his must have the blue or green door)
Aramis: Portos and Aramis are not neighbours (and Portos is neighbours with the red door)

Therefore it can only be Athos with the red door. The other facts listed can confirm this but are not necessary. This is why it is always good to quickly read the actual question (in the case about the door) before reading the full text. That way you know what you are looking for.

70.

A

B

C

D

E

The orientation of each set of lines changes 90 degrees each step and one set gains a line and the other loses a line.

That is, the original lines are horizontal. They rotate 90 degrees and lose a line. This continues.

The second set (which appear in the second box) start horizontal and then rotate 90 degrees and gain a line.

Explanation

The orientation of each set of lines changes 90 degrees each step and one set gains a line and the other loses a line.

That is, the original lines are horizontal. They rotate 90 degrees and lose a line. This continues.

The second set (which appear in the second box) start horizontal and then rotate 90 degrees and gain a line.

71.

A

B

C

D

E

The green dots are disappearing two at a time. All the other coloured shapes are disappearing one at a time. So there are none left by the fifth progression.

Explanation

The green dots are disappearing two at a time. All the other coloured shapes are disappearing one at a time. So there are none left by the fifth progression.

72.

A

B

C

D

E

There is an alternating pattern. The first and third boxes show the open square openings at the sides with two single shapes on the inside at top and bottom.

The second and fourth boxes show the open square with openings at the top and bottom with a pair of shapes at each opening.

So it follows that the fifth box will follow the pattern of the first and third box. So we are looking for the open square (with openings on the sides) with two matching shapes at top and bottom. The correct answer is the only option that matches.

Explanation

There is an alternating pattern. The first and third boxes show the open square openings at the sides with two single shapes on the inside at top and bottom.

The second and fourth boxes show the open square with openings at the top and bottom with a pair of shapes at each opening.

So it follows that the fifth box will follow the pattern of the first and third box. So we are looking for the open square (with openings on the sides) with two matching shapes at top and bottom. The correct answer is the only option that matches.

73.

A

B

C

D

E

The red triangle is rotating around the spaces in an anti-clockwise direction. The blue triangle is going the other direction. If you didn't get this right, you may have been confused by the first change in which they cross paths!

Explanation

The red triangle is rotating around the spaces in an anti-clockwise direction. The blue triangle is going the other direction. If you didn't get this right, you may have been confused by the first change in which they cross paths!

74. What number should be added to or subtracted from each term of the ratio 17 : 24 so that it becomes equal to 1 : 2.

20 should be added

20 should be subtracted

10 should be added

10 should be subtracted

To make the ratio 17:24 equal to 1:2, we need to find a number that can be added or subtracted from both terms of the original ratio. In this case, we need to find a number that can be subtracted. By subtracting 10 from both 17 and 24, the ratio becomes 7:14, which is equal to 1:2. Therefore, 10 should be subtracted from each term of the ratio to make it equal to 1:2.

Explanation

To make the ratio 17:24 equal to 1:2, we need to find a number that can be added or subtracted from both terms of the original ratio. In this case, we need to find a number that can be subtracted. By subtracting 10 from both 17 and 24, the ratio becomes 7:14, which is equal to 1:2. Therefore, 10 should be subtracted from each term of the ratio to make it equal to 1:2.

75. A stationary engine has enough fuel to run 12 hours when its tank is 4/5 full. How long will it run when the tank is 1/3 full?

Less than 2 hours

2 hours

3 hours

5 hours

When the tank is 4/5 full, it can run for 12 hours. This means that 1/5 of the tank's capacity can power the engine for 12 hours. To find out how long it will run when the tank is 1/3 full, we need to determine how many times 1/5 of the tank's capacity can fit into 1/3.

1/3 ÷ 1/5 = 5/3

So, 1/5 of the tank's capacity can fit into 1/3 of the tank 5/3 times. Since 1/5 of the tank's capacity can power the engine for 12 hours, 5/3 times that amount will power the engine for 5/3 times 12 hours, which is equal to 20 hours. Therefore, the engine will run for 20 hours when the tank is 1/3 full.

Explanation

When the tank is 4/5 full, it can run for 12 hours. This means that 1/5 of the tank's capacity can power the engine for 12 hours. To find out how long it will run when the tank is 1/3 full, we need to determine how many times 1/5 of the tank's capacity can fit into 1/3.

1/3 ÷ 1/5 = 5/3

So, 1/5 of the tank's capacity can fit into 1/3 of the tank 5/3 times. Since 1/5 of the tank's capacity can power the engine for 12 hours, 5/3 times that amount will power the engine for 5/3 times 12 hours, which is equal to 20 hours. Therefore, the engine will run for 20 hours when the tank is 1/3 full.

76. Identify the option with the CORRECT spelling to complete the sentence given below. The____________ took his sheep and goats to graze on the mountains.

Shepard

Shepherd

Shepperd

Sheepherd

The correct spelling to complete the sentence is "shepherd." A shepherd is a person who takes care of sheep and goats, guiding them to graze on the mountains.

Explanation

The correct spelling to complete the sentence is "shepherd." A shepherd is a person who takes care of sheep and goats, guiding them to graze on the mountains.

77.

A

B

C

D

E

There is one additional line to each shape for each progression. First 2, then 3, then 4, then 5. The answer is the shape with six lines.

Explanation

There is one additional line to each shape for each progression. First 2, then 3, then 4, then 5. The answer is the shape with six lines.

78.

A

B

C

D

E

One less dot each time. However the remaining dots do not move. So in the fourth progression we see a dot at the top and bottom. So we are looking for an answer with one dot remaining which will be at the top or bottom. There is only one choice.

Explanation

One less dot each time. However the remaining dots do not move. So in the fourth progression we see a dot at the top and bottom. So we are looking for an answer with one dot remaining which will be at the top or bottom. There is only one choice.

79. The sum of ages of 5 children born at the intervals of 3 years each is 50 years. What is the age of the youngest child?

4 years

8 years

10 years

None of these

Let the ages of children be x, (x + 3), (x + 6), (x + 9) and (x + 12) years.

Then, x + (x + 3) + (x + 6) + (x + 9) + (x + 12) = 50

5x = 20

x = 4.

Age of the youngest child = x = 4 years.

Explanation

Let the ages of children be x, (x + 3), (x + 6), (x + 9) and (x + 12) years.

Then, x + (x + 3) + (x + 6) + (x + 9) + (x + 12) = 50

5x = 20

x = 4.

Age of the youngest child = x = 4 years.

80. Jensen, Lewis and Mika need to be able to run 100m in under 12.5 seconds to qualify for a championship. Lewis and Mika run faster than Jensen. Jensen's best time for the 100m is 13.1 seconds. Which of the following MUST be true?

Only Lewis Qualifies

Jensen Doesn't Qualify

Lewis & Mika Both Qualify

Jensen Qualifies

No One Qualifies

It is not possible to see if anyone actually ran under the qualifying time. It is clear that Jensen's best time is not good enough to qualify.

Explanation

It is not possible to see if anyone actually ran under the qualifying time. It is clear that Jensen's best time is not good enough to qualify.

81.

A

B

C

D

E

There is one more coloured shape added each progression. They alternate on top and then below. On top and then below. So because the fourth progression added a shape underneath, the answer will show a shap added on top. There is only one choice.

Explanation

There is one more coloured shape added each progression. They alternate on top and then below. On top and then below. So because the fourth progression added a shape underneath, the answer will show a shap added on top. There is only one choice.

82. In a foreign language: MISD KUMP GOTH means MERRY CHRISTMAS DAD. GOTH WUIM FREK KUMP means DAD IS MERRY TODAY. KOMP WUIM FREK KUMP means MUM IS MERRY TODAY. Which word means CHRISTMAS?

MISD

GOTH

KUMP

WUIM

FREK

MISD is the word that does not appear in the following sentences.

Explanation

MISD is the word that does not appear in the following sentences.

83. Find the letter that will end the first word and start the second word. example: RAF T ROWEL LOS _ TRAP

T

E

S

F

H

This question tests your vocabulary of basic words. If you have a strong vocabulary the answer will just jump out at you! Otherwise you simply try each of the four options. Be aware that this is a very easy question as the answer is one of four options. Sometime the letter options will not be provided!

Explanation

This question tests your vocabulary of basic words. If you have a strong vocabulary the answer will just jump out at you! Otherwise you simply try each of the four options. Be aware that this is a very easy question as the answer is one of four options. Sometime the letter options will not be provided!

84. Hanif, Horace, Hilary and Hannah are polyglots. Hanif and Horace speak Chinese, whereas the others speak Arabic. Horace and Hannah speak Albanian. Everyone except Hanif speaks Spanish. Who only speaks Arabic and Spanish?

Hanif

Horace

Hilary

Hannah

A polyglot speaks more than one language.

You are looking for arabic speakers initially (Hilary and Hannah)

Hannah speaks Albanian and Spanish and so it is only Hilary that speaks only Arabic and Spanish.

Explanation

A polyglot speaks more than one language.

You are looking for arabic speakers initially (Hilary and Hannah)

Hannah speaks Albanian and Spanish and so it is only Hilary that speaks only Arabic and Spanish.

85. Josh the postman has eleven red rubber bands, he gives Sunita three bands. Sunita now has twice the amount of bands Josh has left. How many bands did Sunita have at the beginning?

13

14

15

16

17

So Josh has 8 rubber bands after he gives 3 away. (11 - 3 = 8)

Now Sunita has twice what Josh has left (8 x 2) = 16.

So Sunita had 3 less before Josh gave her 3 rubber bands. So the answer is 16 - 3 = 13.

Explanation

So Josh has 8 rubber bands after he gives 3 away. (11 - 3 = 8)

Now Sunita has twice what Josh has left (8 x 2) = 16.

So Sunita had 3 less before Josh gave her 3 rubber bands. So the answer is 16 - 3 = 13.

86.

A

B

C

D

E

Look at the solid black circle. There is one more of these in each progression.

Explanation

Look at the solid black circle. There is one more of these in each progression.

87. In some cases you double the last letter before adding "er" or "est". Please read the sentence and choose the correct word.

If you add "est" to "thin" what is the correct spelling?

Thinest

Thinnest

When adding "est" to the word "thin," you need to double the last letter before adding the suffix. In this case, the correct spelling is "thinnest."

Explanation

When adding "est" to the word "thin," you need to double the last letter before adding the suffix. In this case, the correct spelling is "thinnest."

88. In some cases you double the last letter before adding "er" or "est". Please read the sentence and choose the correct word.

If you add "est" to "fat" what is the correct spelling?

Fatest

Fattest

When adding "est" to the word "fat," the correct spelling is "fattest." In this case, the last letter "t" is doubled before adding "est" to indicate the superlative form of the adjective "fat."

Explanation

When adding "est" to the word "fat," the correct spelling is "fattest." In this case, the last letter "t" is doubled before adding "est" to indicate the superlative form of the adjective "fat."

89. A face of the clock is divided into three parts. First part hours total is equal to the sum of the second and third part. What is the total of hours in the bigger part?

2 hrs

4 hrs

6 hrs

8 hrs

The face of the clock is divided into three parts. Let's assume the hours in the first part are x, hours in the second part are y, and hours in the third part are z. According to the given information, x = y + z. We need to find the total hours in the bigger part, which is x. Since x = y + z, the total hours in the bigger part is equal to the sum of the hours in the second and third part. Therefore, the total hours in the bigger part is 6 hours.

Explanation

The face of the clock is divided into three parts. Let's assume the hours in the first part are x, hours in the second part are y, and hours in the third part are z. According to the given information, x = y + z. We need to find the total hours in the bigger part, which is x. Since x = y + z, the total hours in the bigger part is equal to the sum of the hours in the second and third part. Therefore, the total hours in the bigger part is 6 hours.

90. Identify the sentence which is CORRECT in every way. Sunday-every-Rashmi-Veena-and-church-near-house-the-their-go-to

Rashmi and Veena every sunday go to the church near the house

Rashmi and Veena go to the church near their house every Sunday

Every Sunday near the church Rashmi and Veena go to their house

Every Sunday near their house Rasmi and Veena go to the church

The correct answer is "Rashmi and Veena go to the church near their house every Sunday." This sentence is correct in terms of word order, grammar, and meaning. It follows the subject-verb-object pattern, uses the correct tense, and accurately conveys the intended meaning.

Explanation

The correct answer is "Rashmi and Veena go to the church near their house every Sunday." This sentence is correct in terms of word order, grammar, and meaning. It follows the subject-verb-object pattern, uses the correct tense, and accurately conveys the intended meaning.

91. Find the letter that will end the first word and start the second word. example: RAF T ROWEL WIS _ EARTH

P

E

K

T

H

This question tests your vocabulary of basic words. If you have a strong vocabulary the answer will just jump out at you! Otherwise you simply try each of the four options. Be aware that this is a very easy question as the answer is one of four options. Sometime the letter options will not be provided!

Explanation

This question tests your vocabulary of basic words. If you have a strong vocabulary the answer will just jump out at you! Otherwise you simply try each of the four options. Be aware that this is a very easy question as the answer is one of four options. Sometime the letter options will not be provided!

92. A crofter has to get to his herd of sheep quickly as he has been told they are being attacked by a dog. His sheep are on the other side of a steep hill. He can run over the hill (3 km) at 4 km an hour, or take his tractor via an old dirt track which is 5 km at an average of 6 km an hour or he can drive his car along a very narrow winding road but this is 14 km and he can only go at 18 km an hour on average. Which method should he choose? (km = kilometres)

Running

Tractor

Car

This question requires basic multiplication and division skills. It is numerical reasoning really.
Running:
3km at 4km per hour = 3 / 4 = 0.75 so 60 minutes x 0.75 = 45 minutes

Tractor:
5km at 6km per hour = 5/6 which you can see equals 50 / 60 minutes so that = 50 minutes

Car:
14km at 18km per hour:
This one is bigger numbers but the same principle. We know that the nearest even numbers are 15 / 20 which would equal 0.75 (the same time as running). However, the numerator (14 is a smaller drop than the denominator (18) so the answer is going to slightly higher. So you can estimate the car will take more time than running.
(The exact answer shows us our estimation is correct: 14/18 = 0.77 and 0.77 x 60 minutes = 46 minutes)

So the answer is therefore 'running' as it is the shortest time.

Explanation

This question requires basic multiplication and division skills. It is numerical reasoning really.
Running:
3km at 4km per hour = 3 / 4 = 0.75 so 60 minutes x 0.75 = 45 minutes

Tractor:
5km at 6km per hour = 5/6 which you can see equals 50 / 60 minutes so that = 50 minutes

Car:
14km at 18km per hour:
This one is bigger numbers but the same principle. We know that the nearest even numbers are 15 / 20 which would equal 0.75 (the same time as running). However, the numerator (14 is a smaller drop than the denominator (18) so the answer is going to slightly higher. So you can estimate the car will take more time than running.
(The exact answer shows us our estimation is correct: 14/18 = 0.77 and 0.77 x 60 minutes = 46 minutes)

So the answer is therefore 'running' as it is the shortest time.

93.

A

B

C

D

E

There is a new colour each time and the new colour shape always appears in the top right of the square. In this case the green circle is in the top right.

Explanation

There is a new colour each time and the new colour shape always appears in the top right of the square. In this case the green circle is in the top right.

94. AIRCRAFT is to TRANSPORT as NEWSPAPER is to:

Typing

Publishing

Editor

Newsroom

Media

Aircraft is a type of transport as newspaper is a type of media.

Explanation

Aircraft is a type of transport as newspaper is a type of media.

95. Find the two statements that together prove that: Sandy is a country music singer.

Sandy sings in a band.

Sandy likes country music the best.

Difficult music such as country and classical require a strongly trained voice.

Sandy’s band plays country songs.

Sandy has attended singing lessons for many years.

The two statements that together prove that Sandy is a country music singer are: "Sandy sings in a band" and "Sandy's band plays country songs." These statements indicate that Sandy is actively involved in performing music and specifically performs country songs with her band. This suggests that Sandy's profession as a singer is focused on country music.

Explanation

The two statements that together prove that Sandy is a country music singer are: "Sandy sings in a band" and "Sandy's band plays country songs." These statements indicate that Sandy is actively involved in performing music and specifically performs country songs with her band. This suggests that Sandy's profession as a singer is focused on country music.

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96. All of the words below are alike in some way. offensive, sin, wrongdoing, Which of the following options could not go be included?

Crime

Immoral

Misdemeanour

Prison

Misconduct

All the others are types of behaviour

Explanation

All the others are types of behaviour

97. With 4/5 full tank vehicle travels 12 miles, with 1/3 full tank how much distance travels?

3 miles

4.5 miles

8 miles

5 miles

If the vehicle can travel 12 miles with a 4/5 full tank, it means that each 1/5 of the tank allows the vehicle to travel 3 miles. Therefore, with a 1/3 full tank (which is equivalent to 2/6 or 4/12), the vehicle will be able to travel 4/12 of the distance it can travel with a full tank. So, 4/12 of 12 miles is equal to 4 miles.

Explanation

If the vehicle can travel 12 miles with a 4/5 full tank, it means that each 1/5 of the tank allows the vehicle to travel 3 miles. Therefore, with a 1/3 full tank (which is equivalent to 2/6 or 4/12), the vehicle will be able to travel 4/12 of the distance it can travel with a full tank. So, 4/12 of 12 miles is equal to 4 miles.

98. Find the letter that will end the first word and start the second word. example: RAF T ROWEL BUL _ EEL

F

H

K

L

P

This question tests your vocabulary of basic words. If you have a strong vocabulary the answer will just jump out at you! Otherwise you simply try each of the four options. Be aware that this is a very easy question as the answer is one of four options. Sometime the letter options will not be provided!

Explanation

This question tests your vocabulary of basic words. If you have a strong vocabulary the answer will just jump out at you! Otherwise you simply try each of the four options. Be aware that this is a very easy question as the answer is one of four options. Sometime the letter options will not be provided!

99.

A

B

C

D

E

An additional 1/8 (or triangle) is added to the blue shading each progression as well as the shape rotating clockwise 90 degrees each progression.

Explanation

An additional 1/8 (or triangle) is added to the blue shading each progression as well as the shape rotating clockwise 90 degrees each progression.

100. A person was fined for exceeding the speed limit by 10mph.another person was also fined for exceeding the same speed limit by twice the same if the second person was travelling at a speed of 35 mph. find the speed limit?

11.666 mph

7.5 mph

15 mph

16.5 mph

The first person exceeded the speed limit by 10 mph. If we let the speed limit be x mph, then the first person was traveling at (x+10) mph. The second person exceeded the speed limit by twice the amount, so they were traveling at (x+2(10)) mph, which is equal to 35 mph. Simplifying the equation, we get x+20=35, and solving for x gives us x=15 mph, which is the speed limit.

Explanation

The first person exceeded the speed limit by 10 mph. If we let the speed limit be x mph, then the first person was traveling at (x+10) mph. The second person exceeded the speed limit by twice the amount, so they were traveling at (x+2(10)) mph, which is equal to 35 mph. Simplifying the equation, we get x+20=35, and solving for x gives us x=15 mph, which is the speed limit.

101. A fisherman's day is rated as good if he catches 9 fishes, fair if 7 fishes and bad if 5 fishes. He catches 53 fishes in a week n had all good, fair n bad days in the week. So how many good, fair n bad days did the fisher man had in the week

4 good, 1 fair, 2 bad

5 good,3 bad and 2 bad

3 good, 5 fair, 1 bad

None of these

The fisherman caught a total of 53 fish in a week. Since a good day is rated as catching 9 fish, the fisherman must have had 4 good days (4 x 9 = 36 fish). Similarly, a fair day is rated as catching 7 fish, so the fisherman must have had 1 fair day (1 x 7 = 7 fish). Lastly, a bad day is rated as catching 5 fish, so the fisherman must have had 2 bad days (2 x 5 = 10 fish). Therefore, the fisherman had 4 good days, 1 fair day, and 2 bad days in the week.

Explanation

The fisherman caught a total of 53 fish in a week. Since a good day is rated as catching 9 fish, the fisherman must have had 4 good days (4 x 9 = 36 fish). Similarly, a fair day is rated as catching 7 fish, so the fisherman must have had 1 fair day (1 x 7 = 7 fish). Lastly, a bad day is rated as catching 5 fish, so the fisherman must have had 2 bad days (2 x 5 = 10 fish). Therefore, the fisherman had 4 good days, 1 fair day, and 2 bad days in the week.

102. Hanif, Horace, Hilary and Hannah are polyglots.
Hanif and Horace speak Chinese, whereas the others speak Arabic.
Horace and Hannah speak Albanian.
Everyone except Hanif speaks Esperanto. Who speaks more than one language but not Arabic?

Hanif

Horace

Hilary

Hannah

Horace speaks more than one language but not Arabic. This can be deduced from the information given that Hanif and Horace speak Chinese, Horace and Hannah speak Albanian, and everyone except Hanif speaks Esperanto. Since Hanif does not speak any language other than Chinese, Horace must be the one who speaks more than one language but not Arabic.

Explanation

Horace speaks more than one language but not Arabic. This can be deduced from the information given that Hanif and Horace speak Chinese, Horace and Hannah speak Albanian, and everyone except Hanif speaks Esperanto. Since Hanif does not speak any language other than Chinese, Horace must be the one who speaks more than one language but not Arabic.

103. Three airlines - QANTAS, VIRGIN and TIGER - operate on the Perth-Sydney route. To increase the number of seats sold, TIGER reduced its fares and this was emulated by QANTAS and VIRGIN immediately. The general belief was that the volume of air travel between Perth and Sydney would increase as a result. Which of the following, if true, would add credence to the general belief?

Increase in profitability of the three airlines.

Extension of the discount scheme to other routes.

A study that shows that air travellers in Australia are price-conscious.

A study that shows that as much as 80% of air travel in Australia is company-sponsored.

The only option that makes sense here is that the reduction in prices would increase profits by increasing sales. The increase in sales would have to be enough to justify the discounts. So accordingly it would follow that, if true, Australians would buy more tickets have been conscious of the cheaper prices.

Explanation

The only option that makes sense here is that the reduction in prices would increase profits by increasing sales. The increase in sales would have to be enough to justify the discounts. So accordingly it would follow that, if true, Australians would buy more tickets have been conscious of the cheaper prices.

104. A salesperson by mistake multiplied a number and got the answer as 3, instead of dividing the number by 3.What is the answer he should have actually got?

0

1/3

1

2

The salesperson made a mistake by multiplying the number instead of dividing it by 3. To find the correct answer, we need to undo the multiplication and divide the answer by 3. If the incorrect answer is 3, then dividing it by 3 will give us the correct answer of 1. Therefore, the salesperson should have actually got the answer of 1/3.

Explanation

The salesperson made a mistake by multiplying the number instead of dividing it by 3. To find the correct answer, we need to undo the multiplication and divide the answer by 3. If the incorrect answer is 3, then dividing it by 3 will give us the correct answer of 1. Therefore, the salesperson should have actually got the answer of 1/3.

105. Identify the sentence with a SPELLING MISTAKE.

It is neccessary to drink enough water daily.

Having a balanced diet is extremely important.

Spinach is plentiful in minerals like iron and calcium.

Tomatoes and lemons are good source of Vitamin C.

Necessary

Explanation

Necessary

106. A box of 150 packets consists of 1kg packets and 2kg packets. Total weight of box is 264kg. How many 2kg packets are there ?

114

248

116

186

Let's assume that there are x 1kg packets and y 2kg packets in the box. From the given information, we can set up two equations: x + y = 150 (since there are 150 packets in total) and x + 2y = 264 (since the total weight of the box is 264kg). By solving these equations, we can find that there are 114 2kg packets in the box.

Explanation

Let's assume that there are x 1kg packets and y 2kg packets in the box. From the given information, we can set up two equations: x + y = 150 (since there are 150 packets in total) and x + 2y = 264 (since the total weight of the box is 264kg). By solving these equations, we can find that there are 114 2kg packets in the box.

107. A face of the clock is divided into three parts. First part hours total is equal to the sum of the second and third part. What is the total of hours in the bigger part?

39 hrs

12 hrs

6 hrs

None of these

The face of the clock is divided into three parts: the first part, the second part, and the third part. The sum of the second and third parts is equal to the total hours in the first part. Therefore, the total hours in the bigger part is equal to the total hours in the first part, which is 6 hours.

Explanation

The face of the clock is divided into three parts: the first part, the second part, and the third part. The sum of the second and third parts is equal to the total hours in the first part. Therefore, the total hours in the bigger part is equal to the total hours in the first part, which is 6 hours.

108. A bus started from bus stand at 8.00am, and after staying for 30 minutes at a destination, it returned back to the bus stand.The destination is 27 miles from the bus stand. The speed of the bus is 18mph. During the return journey the bus travels with 50% faster speed. At what time does it return to the bus stand?

10 a.m.

10.30 a.m.

11 a.m.

11.30 a.m.

The bus travels at a speed of 18 mph from the bus stand to the destination, which is 27 miles away. Therefore, it takes 27/18 = 1.5 hours or 1 hour and 30 minutes to reach the destination. After staying for 30 minutes at the destination, the bus starts its return journey. During the return journey, the bus travels with 50% faster speed, which is 18 + (50/100)*18 = 27 mph. The distance from the destination to the bus stand is also 27 miles. Therefore, it takes 27/27 = 1 hour to return to the bus stand. Adding the 30 minutes stay at the destination, the total time taken for the return journey is 1 hour + 30 minutes = 1 hour and 30 minutes. Therefore, the bus returns to the bus stand at 8:00 am + 1 hour and 30 minutes = 9:30 am.

Explanation

The bus travels at a speed of 18 mph from the bus stand to the destination, which is 27 miles away. Therefore, it takes 27/18 = 1.5 hours or 1 hour and 30 minutes to reach the destination. After staying for 30 minutes at the destination, the bus starts its return journey. During the return journey, the bus travels with 50% faster speed, which is 18 + (50/100)*18 = 27 mph. The distance from the destination to the bus stand is also 27 miles. Therefore, it takes 27/27 = 1 hour to return to the bus stand. Adding the 30 minutes stay at the destination, the total time taken for the return journey is 1 hour + 30 minutes = 1 hour and 30 minutes. Therefore, the bus returns to the bus stand at 8:00 am + 1 hour and 30 minutes = 9:30 am.

109. Which of the following is the odd one out?

A

B

C

D

E

F

This is the only picture where one of the symbols is touching the 'T' shape.

Explanation

This is the only picture where one of the symbols is touching the 'T' shape.

110. Simon, Cheryl and Dannii are all going by train to London to watch a singing competition. Cheryl gets the 2.15 pm train. Simon's train journey takes 50% longer than Dannii's. Simon catches the 3.00 train. Dannii leaves 20 minutes after Cheryl and arrives at 3.25 pm. When will Simon arrive?

3:45

4:00

4:15

4:30

4:45

The logic follows:

Dannii leaves at 2:35 (20 minutes after Cheryl) and arrives 50 minutes later (at 3:25)

Simon's journey takes 75 minutes (50 minutes plus 25 minutes because 50% of 50 = 25)

Simon arrived at 4:15 (75 minutes after he left at 3:00).

Understanding your basic addition and division will help in this type of question.

Explanation

The logic follows:

Dannii leaves at 2:35 (20 minutes after Cheryl) and arrives 50 minutes later (at 3:25)

Simon's journey takes 75 minutes (50 minutes plus 25 minutes because 50% of 50 = 25)

Simon arrived at 4:15 (75 minutes after he left at 3:00).

Understanding your basic addition and division will help in this type of question.

111. I lost Rs.68 in two races. My second race loss is Rs.6 more than the first race. My friend lost Rs.4 more than me in the second race. What is the amount lost by my friend in the second race?

45

61

41

32

In the first race, the person lost x amount of money. In the second race, they lost x + 6 amount of money. So, the total amount lost in the second race is 2(x + 6). The person lost a total of Rs. 68 in both races. Therefore, we can set up the equation x + 2(x + 6) = 68. Solving this equation, we find that x = 26. So, the person lost Rs. 26 in the first race and Rs. 32 in the second race. The friend lost Rs. 4 more than the person in the second race, so the amount lost by the friend in the second race is Rs. 32 + 4 = 41.

Explanation

In the first race, the person lost x amount of money. In the second race, they lost x + 6 amount of money. So, the total amount lost in the second race is 2(x + 6). The person lost a total of Rs. 68 in both races. Therefore, we can set up the equation x + 2(x + 6) = 68. Solving this equation, we find that x = 26. So, the person lost Rs. 26 in the first race and Rs. 32 in the second race. The friend lost Rs. 4 more than the person in the second race, so the amount lost by the friend in the second race is Rs. 32 + 4 = 41.

112. Mr. Hawkins requests that someone _________ the data by fax immediately.

Sent

Sends

Send

To send

The correct answer is "sends" because it matches the verb tense (present simple) used in the sentence. The word "requests" is in the present simple tense, so the verb that follows should also be in the present simple tense. Therefore, "sends" is the correct form of the verb to match the subject "someone" and complete the sentence grammatically.

Explanation

The correct answer is "sends" because it matches the verb tense (present simple) used in the sentence. The word "requests" is in the present simple tense, so the verb that follows should also be in the present simple tense. Therefore, "sends" is the correct form of the verb to match the subject "someone" and complete the sentence grammatically.

113. You spend 56 dollars in total on a cactus, a stuffed kangaroo and a puncture repair kit. The cactus costs twice as much as the puncture repair kit and the stuffed kangaroo double the price of the cactus. How many dollars did the cactus cost?

14

16

18

20

22

You must quickly identify the following facts in your head (or on scrap paper)

The puncture repair kit is cheapest.

The cactus is the middle priced (costing twice the puncture repair kit)

The stuffed kangaroo is the most expensive (costing twice the cactus)

As you are given options here, if you can't quickly do the algebra to solve this you can always start with the middle number.

In this case lets use 18 which is a middle sample of the possible options. This would make the puncture kit $9, the cactus $18 and the kangaroo $36. So 9 + 18 + 36 = 63. This is over our required answer of $56 but only by a bit, so at this point the answer 16 is a good guess. We can confirm this below:

8 + 16 + 32 = 56

Explanation

You must quickly identify the following facts in your head (or on scrap paper)

The puncture repair kit is cheapest.

The cactus is the middle priced (costing twice the puncture repair kit)

The stuffed kangaroo is the most expensive (costing twice the cactus)

As you are given options here, if you can't quickly do the algebra to solve this you can always start with the middle number.

In this case lets use 18 which is a middle sample of the possible options. This would make the puncture kit $9, the cactus $18 and the kangaroo $36. So 9 + 18 + 36 = 63. This is over our required answer of $56 but only by a bit, so at this point the answer 16 is a good guess. We can confirm this below:

8 + 16 + 32 = 56

114. Wayne is double the age of Fernando and one third as old as Didier who will be 48 years old in 6 years. How old is Fernando?

7

8

10

11

12

This is worked out backwards like this:

48 - 6 = 42 (Didier's age now)

42 / 3 = 14 (Wayne's age)

14 / 2 = 7 (Fernando's age)

Explanation

This is worked out backwards like this:

48 - 6 = 42 (Didier's age now)

42 / 3 = 14 (Wayne's age)

14 / 2 = 7 (Fernando's age)

115. If the length of a rectangle is increased by 30% and the width is decreased by 20%, then the area is increased by?

10%

5%

4%

20%

When the length of a rectangle is increased by 30%, it becomes 1.3 times its original length. Similarly, when the width is decreased by 20%, it becomes 0.8 times its original width. The area of a rectangle is calculated by multiplying its length and width. Therefore, the new area is 1.3 times 0.8, which is 1.04 times the original area. This means that the area is increased by 4%.

Explanation

When the length of a rectangle is increased by 30%, it becomes 1.3 times its original length. Similarly, when the width is decreased by 20%, it becomes 0.8 times its original width. The area of a rectangle is calculated by multiplying its length and width. Therefore, the new area is 1.3 times 0.8, which is 1.04 times the original area. This means that the area is increased by 4%.

116. One third of a number is four times eleven. What is half of that number?

22

36

44

56

66

This can be worked out backwards like this:

4 x 11 = 44 (four times eleven)

44 x 3 = 132 (this number 44 is one third of... 132)

132 / 2 = 66 (The required response is half of 132)

Explanation

This can be worked out backwards like this:

4 x 11 = 44 (four times eleven)

44 x 3 = 132 (this number 44 is one third of... 132)

132 / 2 = 66 (The required response is half of 132)

117. Cigarettes constitute a mere 20% of tobacco consumption in India, and fewer than 15% of the 200 million tobacco users consume cigarettes. Yet these 15% contribute nearly 90% of the tax revenues to the Exchequer from the tobacco sector. The punitive cigarette taxation regime has kept the tax base narrow, and reducing taxes will expand this base. Which one of the following best bolsters the conclusion that reducing duties will expand the tax base?

The cigarette manufacturers’ association has decided to indulge in aggressive promotion

There is a likelihood that tobacco consumers will shift to cigarette smoking if cigarette prices were to reduce

The cigarette manufacturers are lobbying for a reduction on duties

An increase in taxes on non-cigarette tobacco may lead to a shift in favor of cigarette smoking.

The key part of the evidence is that the "taxation regime" will expand "the base" of cigarette consumers by "reducing taxes". This expansion is another way of saying that there will be more consumers if taxes are lower. Lower taxes would mean lower prices. It therefore follows that more people will consume cigarettes because of the statement that lower taxes will expand the base.

Explanation

The key part of the evidence is that the "taxation regime" will expand "the base" of cigarette consumers by "reducing taxes". This expansion is another way of saying that there will be more consumers if taxes are lower. Lower taxes would mean lower prices. It therefore follows that more people will consume cigarettes because of the statement that lower taxes will expand the base.

118. Listed below are some words.Which word will appear FOURTH in the list,if they are arranged in ALPHABETICAL ORDER?bless,blink,blast,blower,blur

Blur

Bless

Blink

Blower

The first two letters are the same so you order them alphabetically using the third letter. This is almost a trick question. There are FIVE words listed. So although 'blur' is the LAST word, it would actually be the FIFTH. The question asks for the FOURTH word which would be 'blower'. The full order would be, blast, bless, blink, blower, blur.

Explanation

The first two letters are the same so you order them alphabetically using the third letter. This is almost a trick question. There are FIVE words listed. So although 'blur' is the LAST word, it would actually be the FIFTH. The question asks for the FOURTH word which would be 'blower'. The full order would be, blast, bless, blink, blower, blur.

119. Joe's father will be twice his age 6 years from now. His mother was twice his age 2 years before. If Joe will be 24 two years from now, what is the difference between his father's and mother's age?

4

6

8

10

Joe's age two years from now will be 24, so his current age is 24 - 2 = 22. His father will be twice his age 6 years from now, so his father's age will be 22 * 2 = 44. His mother was twice his age 2 years before, so her age 2 years ago was 22 * 2 = 44. Therefore, the difference between his father's and mother's age is 44 - 44 = 0.

Explanation

Joe's age two years from now will be 24, so his current age is 24 - 2 = 22. His father will be twice his age 6 years from now, so his father's age will be 22 * 2 = 44. His mother was twice his age 2 years before, so her age 2 years ago was 22 * 2 = 44. Therefore, the difference between his father's and mother's age is 44 - 44 = 0.

120.

A

B

C

D

E

There are two changes happening. The square type shape with the circle in it is losing a line from the inside square and a line from the outside square each progression. The other thing that is happening is another square with double lines is gaining a line on the inside and outside each progression.

So by the fifth progression (the answer) the squares around the circle have gone completely and the new double line squares are not complete.

There is no pattern regarding the location of the shapes. This is why the circle can be INSIDE the new square at the end.

Explanation

There are two changes happening. The square type shape with the circle in it is losing a line from the inside square and a line from the outside square each progression. The other thing that is happening is another square with double lines is gaining a line on the inside and outside each progression.

So by the fifth progression (the answer) the squares around the circle have gone completely and the new double line squares are not complete.

There is no pattern regarding the location of the shapes. This is why the circle can be INSIDE the new square at the end.

121. A square garden has fourteen posts along each side at equal interval. Find how many posts are there in all four sides:

56

52

44

60

A quick way to visualise this as if you are looking down at the garden from a "bird's eye view".

Now first imagine two vertical columns of fourteen RED dots (the posts). Now imagine two horizontal lines of GREEN dots completing the square at the top and bottom.

If there are fourteen RED dots in the two vertical columns, then the horizontal lines of GREEN dots are one less and at each end (because the corner posts are shared). Therefore there are only 12 GREEN dots in each horizontal row completing the square.

So the maths becomes 14 + 14 (the two vertical columns) + 12 + 12 (the two horizontal rows). This equals 52.

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Explanation

A quick way to visualise this as if you are looking down at the garden from a "bird's eye view".

Now first imagine two vertical columns of fourteen RED dots (the posts). Now imagine two horizontal lines of GREEN dots completing the square at the top and bottom.

If there are fourteen RED dots in the two vertical columns, then the horizontal lines of GREEN dots are one less and at each end (because the corner posts are shared). Therefore there are only 12 GREEN dots in each horizontal row completing the square.

So the maths becomes 14 + 14 (the two vertical columns) + 12 + 12 (the two horizontal rows). This equals 52.

For tips on how to complete basic addition like this, please see the new bonus chapter on Mathematics in each of the state specific Police Mastery eBooks at http://www.policeprep.com.au/ebooks

122. 5 bricklayers can lay a total of 50 bricks in 30 minutes. How many bricklayers will be required to lay a total of 60 bricks in 20 minutes?

8

9

10

11

12

You can calculate the hourly rate of each bricklayer like this:

5 bricklayers laying 50 bricks in 30 minutes means 1 bricklayer will lay 10 bricks in 30 minutes. So 1 bricklayer will lay 20 bricks in 60 minutes (1 hour)

Now we can see that to lay 60 bricks in 20 minutes we need a rate of bricklaying of 180 bricks per hour. (because 20 x 3 = 60 minutes so 60 x 3 = 180 bricks in 60 minutes)

So the number of bricklayers to lay at this pace is 180 bricks in an hour divided by the rate of one bricklayer (20 bricks per hour) So this is 180 / 20 which is 9. So the answer is 9 bricklayers.

Explanation

You can calculate the hourly rate of each bricklayer like this:

5 bricklayers laying 50 bricks in 30 minutes means 1 bricklayer will lay 10 bricks in 30 minutes. So 1 bricklayer will lay 20 bricks in 60 minutes (1 hour)

Now we can see that to lay 60 bricks in 20 minutes we need a rate of bricklaying of 180 bricks per hour. (because 20 x 3 = 60 minutes so 60 x 3 = 180 bricks in 60 minutes)

So the number of bricklayers to lay at this pace is 180 bricks in an hour divided by the rate of one bricklayer (20 bricks per hour) So this is 180 / 20 which is 9. So the answer is 9 bricklayers.

123.

A

B

C

D

E

There are an additional 4 lines each progression. The actual shapes don't matter in this case. Just count the lines. the quickest way to do this is to understand how many lines are in each shape. The fourth picture, for example shows two octogons and a triangle. So it is 8 + 8 + 3 = 19. Now in the answers you are looking for an extra 4 lines. So 19 + 4 = 23.

Now 'C' stands out as it has 5 complete squares (5 x 4 = 20) and one open square (3 lines). So 20 + 3 = 23.

You might count the lines individually as you look for the pattern but once you suspect the pattern look to speed up your calculations by using your knowledge of shapes.

Explanation

There are an additional 4 lines each progression. The actual shapes don't matter in this case. Just count the lines. the quickest way to do this is to understand how many lines are in each shape. The fourth picture, for example shows two octogons and a triangle. So it is 8 + 8 + 3 = 19. Now in the answers you are looking for an extra 4 lines. So 19 + 4 = 23.

Now 'C' stands out as it has 5 complete squares (5 x 4 = 20) and one open square (3 lines). So 20 + 3 = 23.

You might count the lines individually as you look for the pattern but once you suspect the pattern look to speed up your calculations by using your knowledge of shapes.

124. An old treasure map has the following instructions: Stand next to the black rock and face West. Walk 20 metres and then turn 90 degrees clockwise. Walk another 10 metres and then turn 45 degrees anticlockwise. Walk another 15 metres, turn around 180 degrees. Turn 45 degrees clockwise and walk another 10 metres. In which direction are you now facing?

E

W

N

S

SE

The distances are not relevant to the question. So track the direction through each stage. You can do this in your head or use your hand like a compass face and follow each stage like this:

Start: West
Turn 90 degrees clockwise. Now you are facing North.
Turn 45 degrees anti-clockwise. Now you are facing North West.
Turn around 180 degrees. Now you are facing South East.
Turn 45 degrees clockwise. now you are facing South.

This is one of the few questions that translates well to actual police work because you must know your cardinal points, north south east west in order to navigate, give directions and follow directions. In an emergency this knowledge can save lives.

Explanation

The distances are not relevant to the question. So track the direction through each stage. You can do this in your head or use your hand like a compass face and follow each stage like this:

Start: West
Turn 90 degrees clockwise. Now you are facing North.
Turn 45 degrees anti-clockwise. Now you are facing North West.
Turn around 180 degrees. Now you are facing South East.
Turn 45 degrees clockwise. now you are facing South.

This is one of the few questions that translates well to actual police work because you must know your cardinal points, north south east west in order to navigate, give directions and follow directions. In an emergency this knowledge can save lives.

125. Which sentence has GRAMMAR MISTAKE?

My mother told me to put the book back in it's place.

Tennis has lost its charm for me since Pat Cash retired.

My neighbour's dog tries to catch its own tail all day long.

It's Sunday tomorrow so i will watch my favourite cartoons.

"...put the book back in its place." would be correct. The apostrophe is used in "it's" when abbreviating "it is". Like in the last sentence which could read "It is Sunday tomorrow..."

Explanation

"...put the book back in its place." would be correct. The apostrophe is used in "it's" when abbreviating "it is". Like in the last sentence which could read "It is Sunday tomorrow..."

126. If A can copy 50 pages in 10 hours and A and B together can copy 70 pages in 10 hours, how much time does B takes to copy 26 pages?

3 hrs

13 hrs

12 hrs

11 hrs

If A can copy 50 pages in 10 hours, it means A can copy 5 pages per hour.
If A and B together can copy 70 pages in 10 hours, it means they can copy 7 pages per hour.
Therefore, B can copy 7 - 5 = 2 pages per hour.
To copy 26 pages, B would take 26 / 2 = 13 hours.

Explanation

If A can copy 50 pages in 10 hours, it means A can copy 5 pages per hour.
If A and B together can copy 70 pages in 10 hours, it means they can copy 7 pages per hour.
Therefore, B can copy 7 - 5 = 2 pages per hour.
To copy 26 pages, B would take 26 / 2 = 13 hours.

127. Each of the police applicants ____________ for months, even years.

Have been training

Were training

Has been training

Been training

If the word 'each' was not at the start of the question then 'A' would have been correct.

Explanation

If the word 'each' was not at the start of the question then 'A' would have been correct.

128. If a man walks at the rate of 5kmph, he misses a train by only 7min. However if he walks at the rate of 6 kmph he reaches the station 5 minutes before the arrival of the train.Find the distance covered by him to reach the station.

Let's assume the distance covered by the man to reach the station is 'd' km.

When the man walks at 5 kmph, he misses the train by 7 minutes. This means that the time taken to cover the distance 'd' at 5 kmph is 7 minutes more than the time taken by the train to cover the same distance.

Similarly, when the man walks at 6 kmph, he reaches the station 5 minutes before the arrival of the train. This means that the time taken to cover the distance 'd' at 6 kmph is 5 minutes less than the time taken by the train to cover the same distance.

By comparing the two scenarios, we can conclude that the time taken by the train to cover the distance 'd' is 12 minutes.

Using the formula: Speed = Distance/Time, we can calculate the distance covered by the train as 5 kmph * (12/60) hours = 1 km.

Therefore, the distance covered by the man to reach the station is 'd' km, which is equal to the distance covered by the train, i.e., 1 km. So, the answer is 1 km.

Explanation

Let's assume the distance covered by the man to reach the station is 'd' km.

When the man walks at 5 kmph, he misses the train by 7 minutes. This means that the time taken to cover the distance 'd' at 5 kmph is 7 minutes more than the time taken by the train to cover the same distance.

Similarly, when the man walks at 6 kmph, he reaches the station 5 minutes before the arrival of the train. This means that the time taken to cover the distance 'd' at 6 kmph is 5 minutes less than the time taken by the train to cover the same distance.

By comparing the two scenarios, we can conclude that the time taken by the train to cover the distance 'd' is 12 minutes.

Using the formula: Speed = Distance/Time, we can calculate the distance covered by the train as 5 kmph * (12/60) hours = 1 km.

Therefore, the distance covered by the man to reach the station is 'd' km, which is equal to the distance covered by the train, i.e., 1 km. So, the answer is 1 km.

Submit

129. Mrs Krashem, a driving instructor, has to arrange bookings for some of her pupils. She has 8 new pupils who wish to book either a morning or afternoon of a particular day. These are 2 hour introductory lessons, so she only sees one pupil each morning or afternoon. Ms Banger is only available Tuesday AM but Mr Bumpem can make any time on a Wednesday.Mrs Exhaust is free on Tuesdays all day but Mr Hilstart is only free Wednesday afternoons.Ms Boot is only available Friday AM whereas Miss Bonnet can only make Saturday PM.Mrs Speed is available all day Fridays whereas Mr Parker can make any time on a Saturday Which of the following must both have MORNING appointments?

Ms. Banger & Mr. Hilstart

Ms. Banger & Mrs. Exhaust

Mr. Hilstart & Miss. Bonnet

Ms. Boot & Miss Bonnet

Mr. Bumpem & Mr. Parker

This is the only possible answer from the given solutions. Read the outcome required first (who must have both morning appointments) and then read the full text. That way you will find the required information as you go.

Explanation

This is the only possible answer from the given solutions. Read the outcome required first (who must have both morning appointments) and then read the full text. That way you will find the required information as you go.

130. A is driving on a highway when a police officer stops him for over speeding and exceeding the limit by 10 km/hr. At the same time B is fined for over speeding by twice the amount by which A exceeded the limit. If he was driving at 35 km/hr what is the speed limit for the road?

10 km/hr

15 km/hr

20 km/hr

25 km/hr

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Explanation

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131. Mrs Krashem, a driving instructor has to arrange bookings for some of her pupils. She has 8 new pupils who wish to book either a morning or afternoon of a particular day. These are 2 hour introductory lessons, so she only sees one pupil each morning or afternoon. Ms Banger is only available Tuesday AM but Mr Bumpem can make any time on a Wednesday. Mrs Exhaust is free on Tuesdays all day but Mr Hilstart is only free Wednesday afternoons. Ms Boot is only available Friday AM whereas Miss Bonnet can only make Saturday PM. Mrs Speed is available all day Fridays whereas Mr Parker can make any time on a Saturday Which of the following must both have AFTERNOON appointments?

Ms. Exhaust & Mrs. Speed

Mrs. Speed & Miss Bonnet

Mr. Parker & Miss Bonnet

Mr. Hilstart & Ms. Banger

Mrs. Speed & Mr. Parker

This is the only possible answer from the given solutions. Read the outcome required first (who must have both afternoon appointments) and then read the full text. That way you will find the required information as you go.

Note that Mr Hilstart also must have afternoon appointments but the answer with his name is paired with Ms. Banger who must have mornings.

Explanation

This is the only possible answer from the given solutions. Read the outcome required first (who must have both afternoon appointments) and then read the full text. That way you will find the required information as you go.

Note that Mr Hilstart also must have afternoon appointments but the answer with his name is paired with Ms. Banger who must have mornings.

132. From height of 8 mts a ball fell down and each time it bounces half the distnace back. What will be the distance travelled

The ball falls from a height of 8 meters and each time it bounces, it covers half the distance back. This means that after the first bounce, it reaches a height of 4 meters. After the second bounce, it reaches a height of 2 meters. After the third bounce, it reaches a height of 1 meter. After the fourth bounce, it reaches a height of 0.5 meters. Since the ball never reaches a height of 0 meters, it will continue bouncing infinitely, but the total distance traveled will be the sum of the distances covered during each bounce. The sum of an infinite geometric series with a first term of 8 meters and a common ratio of 1/2 is 24 meters. Therefore, the distance traveled by the ball is 24 meters.

Explanation

The ball falls from a height of 8 meters and each time it bounces, it covers half the distance back. This means that after the first bounce, it reaches a height of 4 meters. After the second bounce, it reaches a height of 2 meters. After the third bounce, it reaches a height of 1 meter. After the fourth bounce, it reaches a height of 0.5 meters. Since the ball never reaches a height of 0 meters, it will continue bouncing infinitely, but the total distance traveled will be the sum of the distances covered during each bounce. The sum of an infinite geometric series with a first term of 8 meters and a common ratio of 1/2 is 24 meters. Therefore, the distance traveled by the ball is 24 meters.

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133. Various studies have shown that our forested and hilly regions, and, in general, areas where biodiversity -- as reflected in the variety of flora -- is high, are the places where poverty appears to be high. And these same areas are also the ones where educational performance seems to be poor. Therefore, it may be surmised that, even disregarding poverty status, richness in biodiversity goes hand in hand with educational backwardness. Which one of the following statements, if true, can be said to best provide supporting evidence for the surmise mentioned in the passage?

Regions which show high biodiversity also exhibit poor educational performance, at low levels of poverty.

Regions which show high biodiversity reveal high levels of poverty and poor educational performance

In regions where there is low biodiversity, at all levels of poverty, educational performance is seen to be good.

The correct answer is the best SUPPORTING EVIDENCE as it shows new evidence about LOW biodiversity, regardless of poverty levels, is matched with HIGH education. This supports the other half of the already stated summary about HIGH biodiversity matching POOR education regardless of poverty levels.

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The correct answer is the best SUPPORTING EVIDENCE as it shows new evidence about LOW biodiversity, regardless of poverty levels, is matched with HIGH education. This supports the other half of the already stated summary about HIGH biodiversity matching POOR education regardless of poverty levels.