SSC CGL Undated PYQs

Question 1

In a certain code language, 'MARGIN' is written as 'SBNOJH'. How will 'PRAYER' be written in
that language?

Accepted Answer

Observe the pattern: each letter in 'MARGIN' is shifted by +1, +2, +1, +2, +1, +2 to get 'SBNOJH'. Applying the same pattern to 'PRAYER' gives 'BSQSFZ'.

Question 2

Select the option in which the numbers are related in the same way as are the numbers of
the following set.
(15, 315, 7)

Accepted Answer

The pattern in the given set (15, 315, 7) is (First Number * Third Number) * 3 = Middle Number. So, (15 * 7) * 3 = 105 * 3 = 315. Applying this to the options, for option 3: (18 * 9) * 3 = 162 * 3 = 486. This matches the pattern.

Question 3

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Figure-based question. Compare the transformation rule in the prompt to each option figure.

Question 4

Who among the following wrote the basic text of Vaisheshika philosophy?

Accepted Answer

The Vaisheshika school of Hindu philosophy was founded by Kanada. He is credited with authoring the Vaisheshika Sutras, which are the foundational texts of this school.

Question 5

What is represented by the product of force with displacement in the direction of force?

Accepted Answer

Work is defined as the product of force and displacement in the direction of the force. This is a fundamental definition in physics.

Question 6

Which of the following countries will host the 2022 FIFA World Cup?

Accepted Answer

The 2022 FIFA World Cup was hosted by Qatar. This was a significant event as it was the first time the tournament was held in the Middle East.

Question 7

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Figure-based question. Compare the transformation rule in the prompt to each option figure.

Question 8

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Figure-based question. Compare the transformation rule in the prompt to each option figure.

Question 9

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Figure-based question. Compare the transformation rule in the prompt to each option figure.

Question 10

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Figure-based question. Compare the transformation rule in the prompt to each option figure.

Question 11

The following sentence has been divided into parts. One of them contains an error. Select
the part that contains the error from the given options.
The sea has become / an cheap dumping ground / for all kinds / of waste products.

Accepted Answer

The error lies in the use of 'an' before 'cheap'. Since 'cheap' starts with a consonant sound, the indefinite article 'a' should be used instead of 'an'. The correct phrase is 'a cheap dumping ground'.

Question 12

Sentences of a paragraph are given below in jumbled order. Arrange the sentences in the
right order to form a meaningful and coherent paragraph.
A. Most important, however, are its oils, which are extracted, processed, and marketed for
culinary, medicinal, and cosmetic uses alike. 
B. Coconut products are used to make everything from clothing to animal feed to beauty
creams.
C. The coconut is a very useful plant with a wide range of products being sourced from it. 
D. Its kernel is harvested for its edible flesh and delicious water, while its husk is used for
its strong fibres.

Accepted Answer

Sentence C introduces the coconut as a useful plant. Sentence B expands on this by listing various products. Sentence D then details specific parts of the coconut and their uses. Finally, sentence A highlights the most important products, its oils, providing a logical flow from general introduction to specific details and then to the most significant aspect.

Question 13

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.
Stalwart

Accepted Answer

The word 'stalwart' means loyal, reliable, and hardworking, often implying bravery or strength. The most appropriate antonym is 'cowardly', which means lacking courage.

Question 14

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.
Herculean task

Accepted Answer

A 'Herculean task' refers to a task requiring immense effort, strength, or courage, much like the twelve labors of Hercules in Greek mythology. Option 3 accurately captures this meaning.

Question 15

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Figure-based question. Compare the transformation rule in the prompt to each option figure.

Question 16

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Figure-based question. Compare the transformation rule in the prompt to each option figure.

Question 17

Select the number from among the given options that can replace the question mark (?) in
the following series.
24, 48, 51, 204, 209, ?

Accepted Answer

The series follows an alternating pattern of multiplication and addition. The pattern is: x2, +3, x4, +5, x6. So, 209 x 6 = 1254.

Question 18

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Figure-based question. Compare the transformation rule in the prompt to each option figure.

Question 19

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Figure-based question. Compare the transformation rule in the prompt to each option figure.

Question 20

Accepted Answer

Figure-based question. Compare the transformation rule in the prompt to each option figure.