Prayaas - Case Study Competition Round 1
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Questions and Answers
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ABC is trying to rope in 4 marketers for a project. Out of the total seven marketers available:Males are Akshay, Baby and Clark and Females are Mandeep, Nancy, Osheen and Piya.Following constraints have to be kept in mind before making the selections:Team must contain at least 2 male membersBaby and Mandeep can’t be togetherClark can’t be selected with PiyaAkshay should not be selected with Osheen
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- On one fine day I met 3 person X, Y and Z each of them belongs to a different tribe i.e. Truth tellers, Liars, and Alternators. It is known that the truth tellers speak truth; liars speak lies and alternator alternates between truth and lies. Each of them gives 2 replies when asked their introduction.
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X
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Y
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Z
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Cannot be determined
Correct Answer
B. YExplanation
Based on the given information, we can analyze the statements made by each person. X claims that B is the liar and that he is the truth teller. If X is the truth teller, then his statement about B being the liar would be true, which contradicts the fact that truth tellers always speak the truth. Therefore, X must be lying. Z claims that A is not the truth teller and that he is not the liar. If Z is the truth teller, then his statement about A not being the truth teller would be true, which contradicts the fact that truth tellers always speak the truth. Therefore, Z must be lying. Y claims that he is not the liar and that C is the truth teller. If Y is telling the truth, then his statement about C being the truth teller would also be true, which is consistent with the fact that truth tellers always speak the truth. Therefore, Y must be the liar.Rate this question:
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A, B, C, D,E and F are trees of a garden.Neither C nor D is the tallest tree.Tree B is taller than F but shorter then tree A.Tree E is as tall as F but taller than C.Which is the tallest tree?
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A
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B
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C
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Cannot be determined
Correct Answer
A. AExplanation
Based on the given information, we can determine that tree A is the tallest. The question states that neither C nor D is the tallest, and tree B is taller than F but shorter than A. Additionally, tree E is as tall as F but taller than C. Therefore, the only tree left that could be the tallest is A.Rate this question:
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3 students Jim, Rim and Dim have to select 3 subjects put of 6:Physics, Chemistry, Law, Psychology, History and Law.If Law is selected then physics cannot be selected.If Dim selects Chemistry, then Jim does not select Law.If Rim selects Psychology then Dim doesn’t select Chemistry and if Jim selects Physics, then Dim selects History and law.If Dim selects Law and Rim selects psychology the Dim cannot select:
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Psychology and Chemistry
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Physics and Chemistry
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Chemistry and Sociology
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Physics and History
Correct Answer
B. Physics and ChemistryExplanation
If Dim selects Law and Rim selects Psychology, then Dim cannot select Chemistry because if Rim selects Psychology, Dim cannot select Chemistry. Dim also cannot select Physics because if Jim selects Physics, Dim selects History and Law. Therefore, the correct answer is Physics and Chemistry.Rate this question:
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Ram and Shyam just became friends with Mohan, and they want to know when her birthday is. Mohan gives them a list of 10 possible dates:1. May 15 May 16 May 192. June 17 June 183. July 14 July 164. August 14 August 15 August 17Mohan then tells Ram and Shyam separately the month and the day of her birthday respectively.Ram: I don’t know when Mohan’s birthday is, but I know that Shyam does not know too.Shyam: At first I don’t know when Mohan’s birthday is, but I know now.Ram: Then I also know when Mohan’s birthday is.So when is Mohan’s birthday?
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May 15 May 16 May 19
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June 17 June 18
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July 14 July 16
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August 14 August 15 August 17
Correct Answer
C. July 14 July 16Explanation
Ram says that he knows that Shyam also doesn't know when Mohan's birthday is. This implies that Mohan's birthday cannot be on May 19 or June 18 because those dates are unique in the list. Shyam says that now he knows when Mohan's birthday is. This means that Mohan's birthday must be on a date that is not unique. The only date left that is not unique is July 16. Therefore, Mohan's birthday is on July 16.Rate this question:
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How many squares are there in this?
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64
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128
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204
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126
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256
Correct Answer
C. 204Explanation
The correct answer is 204 because to find the number of squares, we need to count the squares of different sizes. There are 1 square of size 8x8, 4 squares of size 7x7, 9 squares of size 6x6, and so on until we reach 8 squares of size 1x1. Adding all these numbers together gives us a total of 204 squares.Rate this question:
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Calculate the maximum total production capacity (‘000 tonnes) for cookies which could be achieved?
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40
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25
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20
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Insufficient Data
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None of the above
Correct Answer
B. 25Explanation
The maximum total production capacity for cookies that could be achieved is 25,000 tonnes. This is because the given options are in '000 tonnes, so the answer of 25 represents 25,000 tonnes.Rate this question:
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Lowest price for cookies per kg is for:
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NS
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MA
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Insufficient Data
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BB
Correct Answer
C. Insufficient DataExplanation
The given question asks about the lowest price for cookies per kg, but it does not provide any data or information about the prices of cookies for any of the options given (NS, MA, BB). Therefore, we cannot determine which option has the lowest price based on the given information. Hence, the answer is "Insufficient Data".Rate this question:
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Calculate the unutilized capacity for BB cookie?
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2.5
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2
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1.2
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1
Correct Answer
D. 1Explanation
The unutilized capacity for BB cookie can be calculated by subtracting the quantity utilized from the total capacity. In this case, the total capacity is 2.5 and the quantity utilized is 1. Therefore, the unutilized capacity is 2.5 - 1 = 1.Rate this question:
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Which of the following statements is true?
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Baby and Piya can’t be together
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Clark and Osheen can’t be together
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Clark and Nancy can’t be together
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None of the above
Correct Answer
D. None of the aboveExplanation
The statement "None of the above" is true because there is no information given in the question that suggests any of the mentioned pairs cannot be together. Without any specific constraints or conditions provided, it cannot be concluded that Baby and Piya, Clark and Osheen, or Clark and Nancy cannot be together.Rate this question:
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If Baby is selected, which one of the below mentioned combinations is not possible?
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Akshay, Piya, Mandeep, Nancy
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Akshay, Baby, Clark, Nancy
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Baby, Clark, Osheen, Nancy
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Akshay, Clark, Mandeep, Nancy
Correct Answer
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Aarti had two sons who were born on the same minute of the same hour of the same day of the same month of the same year. But they were not twins. How could this be so?
Correct Answer
They were two of a set of triplets, quadrupletsExplanation
The given answer suggests that Aarti had more than two children at the same time. They were not twins because they were part of a larger set of siblings, such as triplets or quadruplets. This explains how two children can be born on the same minute of the same hour of the same day of the same month of the same year, but still not be twins.Rate this question:
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Ajay builds a house rectangular in shape. All its sides are having southern exposure.Ajay’s son Rohan saw a bear walking around there house, what color is the bear of? and Why?
Correct Answer
White because a house with southern exposure on all four sides will be in north pole, where they only have polar bears. - 15.
Suppose there are 3 mangoes and you take away 2, how many do you have?
Correct Answer
2, because u took away 2Explanation
When it is stated that "you take away 2," it means that you are removing 2 mangoes from the initial quantity of 3 mangoes. Therefore, after taking away 2 mangoes, you are left with 2 mangoes.Rate this question:
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Anmol works in the vegetable shop is 6' 11'' tall. What does he weigh?
Correct Answer
He weighs meat. - 17.
A marketing information system (MkIS) has component parts which include three inputs and one output. Which one is neither an input nor an output to a MkIS?
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Corporate planning
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Strategic marketing planning
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Market intelligence
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Marketing research
Correct Answer
A. Corporate planningExplanation
Corporate planning is neither an input nor an output to a MkIS. A marketing information system consists of inputs, which are the data and information collected from various sources such as market research and market intelligence. These inputs are processed and analyzed to generate outputs, which are the insights and reports that help in making strategic marketing plans. Corporate planning, on the other hand, is a separate process that involves setting goals, formulating strategies, and making decisions at the organizational level. While it may utilize information from a MkIS, it is not directly part of the inputs or outputs of the system.Rate this question:
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Which one represents the stages(sequentially) of the product life cycle concept?
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Introduction; development; growth; saturation; maturity; decline
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Development; introduction; growth; maturity; saturation; decline
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Development; growth; introduction; maturity; saturation; decline
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Introduction; growth; development maturity; saturation; decline
Correct Answer
B. Development; introduction; growth; maturity; saturation; declineExplanation
The correct answer is development; introduction; growth; maturity; saturation; decline. This sequence represents the stages of the product life cycle concept. The development stage involves research and design, followed by the introduction stage where the product is launched. The growth stage is characterized by increasing sales and market share. The maturity stage is when the product reaches its peak and competition intensifies. The saturation stage occurs when the market becomes saturated and sales growth slows down. Finally, the decline stage is when sales decline due to changing consumer preferences or technological advancements.Rate this question:
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Which were the three strategies Porter identified for achieving success in a competitive market ?
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Overall price leadership; differentiation; focus
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Differentiation; overall cost leadership; penetration pricing
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Overall cost leadership; differentiation; focus
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Differentiation; penetration pricing; focus
Correct Answer
C. Overall cost leadership; differentiation; focusExplanation
Porter identified three strategies for achieving success in a competitive market: overall cost leadership, differentiation, and focus. Overall cost leadership refers to being the lowest-cost producer in the industry, which allows a company to offer lower prices than its competitors. Differentiation involves creating unique and valuable products or services that set a company apart from its competitors. Focus means concentrating on a specific target market or niche and tailoring products or services to meet their specific needs. These three strategies can help a company gain a competitive advantage and succeed in the market.Rate this question:
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Viral marketing is applied to?
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Logistics
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Email
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Advertising
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Sales promotion
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None of the above
Correct Answer
B. EmailExplanation
Viral marketing is a strategy that aims to spread marketing messages rapidly and widely through word-of-mouth or online sharing. Email can be a powerful tool for viral marketing because it allows for easy sharing of content, such as promotional emails or referral programs, among recipients. By leveraging the network effect of email, businesses can increase their reach and generate buzz about their products or services. Therefore, email is a suitable application for viral marketing.Rate this question:
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Which one of the following is an advantage of telemarketing over personal selling?
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It is easier to sell a product over the phone than in person
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It involves the use of promotional emails
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It is lower cost and can be outsourced
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It generates sales from free publicity about products
Correct Answer
C. It is lower cost and can be outsourcedExplanation
Telemarketing is advantageous over personal selling because it is lower cost and can be outsourced. Unlike personal selling, telemarketing does not require the expenses associated with traveling or face-to-face interactions. Additionally, telemarketing can be easily outsourced to third-party call centers, reducing the need for in-house resources and overhead costs. This allows companies to reach a larger audience at a lower cost, making telemarketing a more cost-effective option for sales and marketing.Rate this question:
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Which of the following is not one of the levels at which most large firms typically operate at?
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Product level
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Corporate level
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Business unit level
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Operational level
Correct Answer
D. Operational levelExplanation
Large firms typically operate at multiple levels, including the product level, corporate level, and business unit level. The operational level, however, is not one of the levels at which most large firms typically operate. The operational level refers to the day-to-day activities and tasks involved in running the business, such as production, logistics, and customer service. While important, the operational level is typically considered a subset of the business unit level, which focuses on the strategic management of individual business units within the larger organization.Rate this question:
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Regarding product or process simplification, which of the following is not correct?
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Reduces flexibility
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The less opportunity for error
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The faster the flow-time
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The higher the reliability
Correct Answer
A. Reduces flexibilityExplanation
Product or process simplification refers to the act of making things less complex or complicated. In this context, reducing flexibility is not correct because simplification often leads to increased flexibility. When a product or process is simplified, it becomes easier to modify or adapt to different circumstances or requirements. This increased flexibility allows for greater versatility and responsiveness, which is contrary to the idea that simplification reduces flexibility.Rate this question:
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Which of the following is not an aim of introducing a Just-in-Time system?
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Keeping all materials in motion
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Minimising stocks of work in progress
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Quality improvement throughout the system
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Reduction in throughput times
Correct Answer
C. Quality improvement throughout the systemExplanation
The aim of introducing a Just-in-Time system is to keep all materials in motion, minimize stocks of work in progress, and reduce throughput times. Quality improvement throughout the system is not an aim of introducing a Just-in-Time system.Rate this question:
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A key advantage of a process layout is
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High levels of inventory
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High degree of automation
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Flexible equipment and resources
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Smooth flow of materials
Correct Answer
C. Flexible equipment and resourcesExplanation
A key advantage of a process layout is the flexibility it provides in terms of equipment and resources. In a process layout, different equipment and resources can be easily rearranged and reconfigured to accommodate different production processes or product variations. This flexibility allows for efficient utilization of resources and enables the organization to adapt quickly to changes in demand or product requirements. It also promotes a smooth flow of materials as the layout can be adjusted to minimize bottlenecks and optimize workflow.Rate this question:
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Which of the following is not a principal issue in service encounter design?
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Technology and information support systems
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Customer contact behaviour and skills
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Service provider selection, development and empowerment
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Service recovery and guarantees
Correct Answer
A. Technology and information support systemsExplanation
The correct answer is Technology and information support systems. This is not a principal issue in service encounter design because it focuses on the tools and systems used to support the service delivery, rather than the key elements that directly impact the customer experience. The principal issues in service encounter design include customer contact behavior and skills, service provider selection, development and empowerment, and service recovery and guarantees. These factors are more directly related to the interaction between the customer and the service provider and have a greater impact on the overall service experience.Rate this question:
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Identify these logos of various aviation companies of the world:(Format should be "1)ABC 2)CDE 3)DEF 4)GHI")
Correct Answer
Vietnam Airlines
Air Greenland
Fiji Airways
Argentina Airlines
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