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Scoring table
Question Total Total Total Total Net score Time
Section
number questions attempted correct wrong taken
EU + VL 1 to 40 40
RC 41 to 80 40
QA 81 to 125 45
DI + DS + AR 126 to 170 45
Total 170
4. c (c) is the answer. Little Red Riding Hood can eat the 10. a All cats are plants and all plants shed leaves.
wolf even if it attacks her. Therefore, every cat will shed leaves.
5. b (b) is the answer. Vivek can marry Ash even if Salman 11. d Sentence B begins with the writer’s reaction to coming
marries Ash. Please remember that we are not talking to Sydney and sentence C talks more about the feeling
about real life situations here. of being there. She ends the sentence by talking about
plane spotting; sentence D mentions her view on plane
6. d Deductive Logic spotting and airports in general. Sentence A then
finishes the paragraph with her experience at the
Sydney airport specifically.
This makes choice (d) correct.
M artin fa ns
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12. a Sentence C talks about the profit-sharing packages,
AK
which are provided to the employees; sentence B
mentions the impact of the same on the mindset of the
employees. Sentence D then mentions how the mindset
affects the performance and sentence A then qualifies
this with instances of the same.
Statement A includes the possibility that Akshat is not a This makes choice (a) correct.
Martin fan. But this possibility does not exist.
13. b Sentence B begins by introducing the concept of the
7. c Deductive Reasoning “intravenous” level of permission marketing and
sentence C gives an instance of the same; sentence
A explains in detail and sentence D mentions yet another
variation of this level of permission marketing.
M erm a id s
This makes choice (b) correct.
SC S e als
14. a Sentence D introduces a key scene in a movie, which
is set in a parlour. Sentence B makes a remark about
the parlour setting and sentence C describes the
various props in greater detail. Sentence A ends by
commenting upon how all of this contributes to the
movie. This makes choice (a) correct.
8. b Clear Deductive Logic
15. b Sentence B broaches the question and sentence D
says that a simplistic answer cannot be given for this.
S in Sentence C, then elaborates on this “limitation”. CA is
Fu n
a mandatory pair as they both talk about “values”.
Ch This makes choice (b) correct.
20. a The first sentence begins by talking about the fact that 29. c Option (b) does not state a valid reason to support
computer glitches are seen to be very offensive, and cloning; it only states what may already be happening.
sentence C talks about the inference derived from Option (a) is out of context. Option (c) is the answer.
this. Sentence D explicates upon this and sentence B Refer to ‘solidify into a backlash against many of the
mentions one of the researchers who is working on other efforts of biologists. That would be a pity….’ If
these lines, his work is further mentioned in sentence the other efforts of biologists are already bringing
E, finally concluding with sentence F. this makes choice benefits, then the author’s argument gains strength.
(a) correct.
30. d That causal relationships are a matter of the views
21. a Lassitude means apathy, coldness, disregard or one holds is more obvious in (d) than (a), (b) or (c).
passiveness. Alacrity means promptness in response. Specifically remember Hume’s statement ‘our belief in
It is an antonym for lassitude. Lackadaisical means a necessary relation between cause and effect is
careless and apathetic. Lachrymose means over- based on custom and habit’. We presuppose those
emotional, mushy, depressed or distressing. A laurel instances, of which we have had no experience, must
is an honour. resemble those, of which we have had experience,
and that the course of nature continues always in a
22. c Obstreperous means deafening, blatant, boisterous uniform manner.
or mischievous. Clamorous is used to describe
something marked by din or noise. Subtle can be used 31. c Statement II does not contain a fallacy. All true
to describe colours, sounds, behaviour or implied communists are atheists. Hence, they don’t believe in
meanings. It is the opposite of obstreperous. It means God. Statements I and III are, of course, obviously
quiet, implied, not direct, loud or harsh. An obstinate illogical. Statement IV erroneously assumes that all
person is adamant, uncooperative or stubborn. those who experiment with soft drugs get addicted to
hard drugs.
23. a Flagrant means conspicuously offensive, so obviously
inconsistent with what is right or proper as to appear 32. b Options (a) and (c) are nice things to do, but they don’t
to be a flouting of law or morality. In contrast, covert address our concern directly. (b) sounds reassuring
means clandestine, hidden, disguised or done in and would naturally be the conclusion the writer is
secrecy. Obscure can be used to describe something arriving at.
that is not clear, is shrouded in darkness or is hidden.
Slapstick is usually used to refer to entertainment or a 33. c (c) is the answer. (a) is wrong as the superlative
farce. A slapstick comedy is nonsensical. degree ‘greatest’ must be used. (b) is wrong because
‘is’ singular verb cannot be used for ‘watches’. (d) is
24. a Vapid means dull, uninteresting, arid, banal or wrong for improper use of preposition ‘at’.
commonplace. A cliché is a statement or theme that
has become commonplace by overuse. A vivacious 34. b (b) is the answer. (a) is wrong because ‘ignorance’
person is keen, alert, vibrant and high-spirited. It is an should take a singular verb ‘is’. (c) is wrong because
antonym for vapid. A versatile person is an all-rounder, of improper use of the conjunction ‘between’ as there
is flexible, can adjust to different situations and are no distinct subjects here. (d) is wrong for improper
perform multiple tasks. Insipid means tasteless, bland use of word ‘its’ as it should read ‘it is’.
or dull. It is a synonym for vapid.
38. d (d) is the answer. The conjunctions ‘and’, ‘so’ and ‘or’ 47. d Fourteen acronyms are used in the passage.
do not bring out the point of inflexion that is necessary
to contrast the two opinions. 48. d (a) is unlikely because the US exerts clout over the
organizations. (b) and (c) are impossible situations
39. c (c) is the answer. (a) is wrong because the subject is (d) is within the scope of the passage.
‘motorists’, hence the verb should be ‘are’. (b) is wrong
because ‘travellers’ will face ‘hazards’. (d) is wrong 49. c The author opens the passage with the question about
because of inappropriate use of the preposition ‘in’. the shelf life of an idea. The rest of the passage talks
about how the idea of the American empire has been
40. b (b) is the answer. Go by the diction of the sentence. prevalent for some time and ends the para saying
(a) is wrong because the city is resting ‘on’ the water “..but the ideas…too much in it”. He then goes on to
surface, not ‘in(side)’ it. (c) is wrong because it does mention the vested interests. This is most in agreement
not sound right to use ‘water’; imagine the waves. (d) with option (c) and is correct. The rest of the choices
is wrong because the city is still alive. are not corroborated by the passage.
41. b The first Para mentions this - “Some of the … 50. c The third Para in the passage talks about “while…and
Movement”. Further in the second para – “The turn to more pacific pursuits”. This means the Western
tactics….” This indicates that choice (b) is correct allies are not on the same wavelength when it comes
and the rest of the options are not corroborated by the to use of technological prowess for military purposes.
passage. Hence, choice (c) is correct.
42. b The author states these figures in the second para 51. b The latter part of the fifth para mentions this – “The
and mentions – “When treatment…..these treatments”. President’s instincts…. entanglements” and further
The author, after stating the figures mentions “ An “September 11th…..strong states”. This makes choice
estimated…..to their price”. This makes choice (b) the (b) correct.
correct one.
52. d The answer lies towards the end of the sixth para
43. c The third para delves into the claim of the drug where the author talks about Mr. Ignatieff. “Many
companies that the reason for the prohibitive costs is like…of the West”. Further while talking about Mr.
the R & D investment. The author mentions “But this is Ferguson “What the British…. ruling power”. This rules
a …..of sales”. This corroborates statements (a) and out choice (d), which is not mentioned and is the correct
(b). Further, “The R & D costs…..trial processes”. This answer.
means choice (d) is also correct. The author mentions
royalty but the correct figure stated is “as little as 1.5 53. d The sixth passage mentions the views of Mr. Ignatieff,
%”. This makes choice (c) false and hence the correct Mr. Cooper and Mr. Ferguson. Mr. Rumsfeld has been
one. mentioned as a covert supporter of imperialism but his
statement “ We’re not imperialistic”, means choice (d)
44. d The fourth para deals with this question. “For is the answer.
example….of sales”. The author states that “The
Pharmaceutical……20 percent of sales”. This makes 54. d Para seven mentions points choices (a) and (b). Choice
choice d false since it mentions R & D costs as (c) is inferred from the statement “If Mr.
20 percent of profits. This makes choice (d) correct. Bush…embarrassment”. This means choice (d) is the
answer.
55. d The views presented in (a), (b) and (c) are not the
author’s.
61. a (a) is the correct answer as mentioned clearly in the 75. b The liaison between the two entities is mentioned in
first paragraph, , beginning from the third line “The the second para –
point…” “There were strong links…..and new dress”. This
makes choice (b) correct.
62. c Clearly mentioned in the third paragraph where he
first mentions this statement about Microsoft and 76. b This belief is mentioned in the fourth para – “ This
follows it up by saying “…but infotech…” purist view …..and life”. This makes choice (b) correct.
63. b Fourth paragraph, third last line mentions “ In the past 77. b The fifth para mentions Lethaby and the peasant arts
22 years, ….” revival mentioned is done in the context of the
nineteenth century, thereby making choice (b) false
64. c You will have to use elimination to arrive at the answer and hence correct.
here – the sixth paragraph mentions “Result…price
of steel….allocation”. Seventh paragraph mentions 78. b The author is talking about a specific time period in
choice (b). Again (d). is mentioned in the second last history and mentions many people who left a lasting
line of the sixth paragraph. Rubber is not mentioned in impression and influenced trends. Choice (a)
the context and is therefore the correct answer. introduces morality which is not mentioned as an
overwhelming aspect, choice (c) talks about
65. a The opening line of the last paragraph mentions this communism which is mentioned in the context of one
clearly. of these people and is narrow. Choice (d), then talks
about another political movement and capitalism, a link
66. d (d) is correct, since it captures the essence of the not mentioned in the passage. Choice (b) is a wide
passage. and appropriate option.
67. c Choice (a) is incorrect since the cinemas were
79. d (d) is the correct answer. (a), (b) and (c) reflect his
corporate controlled rather than government
attitude.
controlled. Choice (b) is wrong since the Ghazals are
mentioned as the “first wave of successful challenge”
80. d ‘Delineated’ means to figuratively describe in words,
and not the first released. Choice (d) is clearly incorrect
or to sketch out details. (a) would be objective, (b)
as the author goes on to mention other societies where
this was not the case. This means choice (c) is the would be vague in the context and (c) is too simplistic.
answer.
81. c Check the choices.
68. b Para 1 mentions “at the risk…. devotional music”. Since f(h(x)) = f(g(f(x))),
Choices (c) and (d) are correct since – “The If f(x) = t, then the choice (c) is f(g(t)) = h(t) = h(f(x))
secularization. …Mass media”. This means choice (b)
is correct which is corroborated by the statement 82. c Each state can have at most 999 officers with all
“Due to the forms….mass media”. these parameters identical. So, we need at least
8 states for accommodating 7300 officers.
69. c The author talks about this in the third para and out of
the options, the third option does not mention the 83. a Let us look at the number of alternatives for each
sacred and the secular strains. It mentions sacred block of letters in the number.
music being televised live and is therefore an I. Only 1 i.e. ‘A’ since it is given as civil service.
inappropriate example of the point he is making. This II. There are a total of 12 possible ranks for the officers,
makes choice (c) correct. irrespective of their year of joining.
50π + 100 1 2 B C
Time taken = sec or 150 + sec D
π 3 3π
85. d The distance covered by Krishna is 50 π + 100 which Let the side of the equilateral triangle ∆ABC be 3 units.
is less than 300 m. So, they will meet on the tangent Clearly, BD = 2, CD = 1 and CE = 2.
DA. Since they, won’t be traveling on the bridge at the CD 1
same instant, that condition won’t cause any trouble. = , so ∠DEC = 30°
CE 2
86. c The question has no other trick than to find the second Hence, ∆CDE is a right angled triangle.
digit of 96 × 4 which is 8. Similarly, ∆BDE is also a right angled triangle.
BE = 7 and ED = 3 hence BE : ED = 7: 3
87. d Volume of solid cylinder = πr 2H
92. d No where is it mentioned that they are all on the same
R2 4
⇒ πr 2H = π(R 2 − )h ⇒ h = H vertical plane. They can actually stand anywhere on
4 3 their respective circles, centred vertically below their
1 50
H kites and radii m and 50 3 m.
So, percentage increase in h is 3 × 100 , i.e. 33.3%. 3
H
R
2 93. d E D
88. a Additional surface area = 8π R2 −
2
Original surface area
F C
R
2
R
= 2π R 2 − + 2πRh + 2π h
2 2
A B
R
2
3
∴ 6 π R 2 − = 3 πRh ⇒ 6 π × R 2 = 3 πRh
2 4 If AB = 1 cm, BE = 2 cm and AE = 3 cm.
3
3 Area of ABE = sq. cm while area of hexagon is
⇒ R=h 2
2
3 3
89. b If the original number is XY. This number is divisible by sq. cm.
2
8. The number formed by reversing the digits is YX.
Hence, area of hexagon = 3 × Area of ABE
This is divisible by 4 but not be 8. The difference
= 300 sq. cm.
between these numbers is 9(x – y) or 9(y × x). This
difference must be divisible by 4 as well. Hence the
94. d The roots of x2 + 4x – C = 0 are rational if 16 + 4C is a
number 9(x – y) or 9(y – x) must be divisible by 36 or
perfect square. This is possible if 4C is equal to 0 (or)
72. So the difference of the digits is 4 or 8. This is
or any other value which makes the sum a perfect
possible only for two cases, i.e if XY is 48 or 91.
square. The only condition for x 2 + 4x + C = 0 to have
Since XY is divisible by 8 the number must be 48.
rational roots is that 16 – 4C is a perfect square.
So the product is 32.
This is valid for 4C = 0 or any other valid which would
make it a perfect square. The common value in each
90. b Number of exchanges within a family = 15 × 4 × 3
case is 0.
= 180
123. c If today I trade with a sum X and make it 2X, this sum 32
Sales value (previous year) = = 16 Cr
must be greater than Rs. 2000 so that I make a profit 2
after making the donation. Otherwise, my wealth will Change in sales value = 16 Cr.
decrease every day. ∴ Total change comes to be (16 + 8.4) = 24.4 Cr.
124. a From the table we see that the value of R(1, y) = y is 132. a Wheel Green market share, this year = 17%
same for R2 (1, y), R3 (1, y) and so on… Sales value in 1997 = 17% of 3200 = 544 Cr.
Hence x = 1. So sales value in 1998 (Reduction of 5.3%)
= Rs. 28 cr. (544 – 28 ) = Rs. 516 cr
1
= 544 × = 516.6 Cr.
1.053
Wheel Blue market share, this year = 3.5%
Sales value in 1997 = 3.5% of 3200 = 112 Cr.
134. c The sum of the duration of all activities for a two 60% of production × price
wheeler is 110 hours. So, the sum of the duration of all 139. b Earnings in $ =
activities for a three wheeler is 220. The normal cost 32.2
of overhauling a threewheeler is Rs 22,000. As the 3(11374 × 3)
time required for each activity is reduced by an hour = × = 635.8 million
5 32.2
,the sum of the duration of all activities will be 211
hours and the normal cost associated with this = 0.64 billion (approx)
duration will be Rs 21,100. The extra cost involved,
depending upon whether the activity starts from P, Q For questions 140 to 143:
or S, can be calculated as follows. The figure is best understood in the tabular form as follows.
The total extra cost is Rs. 2020. The total cost of
overhauling a three wheeler is now Rs 23,120. So,
the extra charge incurred in order to obtain the Ye ar 2003
overhauled three wheeler earlier is Rs 1120.
% incom e Incom e % Expe nditure Expe nditure
135. a This question is independent of the previous one. There A 15 90000 15 67500
is a reduction of 3 hours for two of the activities, and B 10 60000 15 67500
there is an increase of 2 hours for two other activities.
C 5 30000 10 45000
Thus the total time is reduced by 2 hours. Thus there
will be a [2 × 100] = Rs 200 decrease in revenue. D 20 120000 15 67500
E 25 150000 35 157500
136. a Average production for India F 15 90000 5 22500
(11374 + 9707) G 10 60000 5 22500
= = 10540.5
2
One tenth of this = 1054 of the given choices Vietnam
is the best answer. Ye ar 2002
137. a Required value of representative years are (5236 + % in com e Incom e % Expe nditu re Expe nditure
2817 + 1252 + 1082) and (4527 + 2358 + 1202 + 731) A 15 67500 20 60000
= 10387 and 8818. B 5 22500 10 30000
Average annual percentage increase
C 10 45000 15 45000
1 (10387 − 8818)
= × × 100% = 8.89% D 15 67500 10 30000
2 8818 E 5 22500 30 90000
F 20 90000 10 30000
138. b
G 30 135000 5 15000
percapita production production / population
Z= =
productivity of land production /(R × total area) 140. b From the table above expenditure is more than income
(R = constant, since cultivable area ∝ total land area for B, E.
and R ≤ 1 as cultivable area ≤ total land area).
141. c Employee C has his income equal to his expenditure in
R × total area R R the year 2002. Hence no saving.
Z= = =
population population density d (where d
is population density)
1
Z∝ ⇒ (III) is not correct (as Z is defined for India
d
only).
2 2
P Q P×Q
+ − = Integer . Also we cannot decide
4 4 2
167.b
N id h i
Tru th L ie
Zu de p says Zu de p says
H e is a lia r H e spe aks tru th
For questions 168 and 169: Check the choices for the
questions 168 and 169. We get X = 7 and Y = 8.
168.d
169. a