SSC MTS 2022 PYQs

Question 1

Piu and Titu start from the same place at the same time and walk in opposite directions. If Piu walks at 5 km/h and Titu walks at 2 km/h, after what time will they be 10.5 km apart?

Accepted Answer

When moving in opposite directions, their relative speed is the sum of their individual speeds (5+2=7 km/h). Time = Distance/Speed = 10.5 km / 7 km/h = 1.5 hours.

Question 2

The highest common factor and the least common multiple of two numbers are 12 and 120, respectively. If one of the numbers is 60, then what will be the other number?

Accepted Answer

The product of two numbers equals the product of their HCF and LCM. So, (60 * other number) = 12 * 120. Solving this gives the other number as 24.

Question 3

The following bar graph gives figures for the production of fans and of coolers by a large company in four consecutive years.Calculate the ratio of the number of fans produced in 1998 to the number of coolers produced in 2001.

Accepted Answer

From the graph, fans produced in 1998 are 23 units and coolers produced in 2001 are 18 units. The ratio is 23:18.

Question 4

What is the average of 24, 42, 76, 44 and 54?

Accepted Answer

To find the average, sum all numbers (24+42+76+44+54 = 240) and divide by the count of numbers (5). So, 240/5 = 48.

Question 5

A sum of money, when invested at the rate of 6.25% simple interest per annum, amounts to‌118times of itself in ‘n’ years. What is the value of ‘n’?

Accepted Answer

Let the principal be P. Amount A = (11/8)P. Simple Interest I = A - P = (11/8)P - P = (3/8)P. Using I = PRT/100, (3/8)P = P * 6.25 * n / 100. Solving for n gives n = 6 years.

Question 6

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.Bulky

Accepted Answer

The word 'Bulky' means large and unwieldy. 'Massive' means very large, heavy, and solid. Therefore, 'Massive' is the most appropriate synonym.

Question 7

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.Every time he tried to eat with a chopstick he failed to do___________.

Accepted Answer

The phrase 'do so' is used to refer back to a previously mentioned action or verb phrase, which in this case is 'eat with a chopstick'. It avoids repetition.

Question 8

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.One's cup of tea

Accepted Answer

The idiom 'one's cup of tea' refers to something one enjoys or prefers. Option 4 directly matches this meaning, indicating a chosen or preferred thing.

Question 9

Select the most appropriate meaning of the underlined idiom in the given sentence.I tried to tell him to think of the good times, thatevery cloud has a silver lining.

Accepted Answer

The idiom 'every cloud has a silver lining' means that even in difficult or sad situations, there is always a positive or hopeful aspect to be found.

Question 10

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.I __________ walked down the stairs, careful to be as quiet as possible.

Accepted Answer

The phrase 'careful to be as quiet as possible' indicates the action was done with care. 'Cautiously' means doing something carefully to avoid danger or mistakes, fitting the context perfectly.

Question 11

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.Eternity

Accepted Answer

Eternity means infinite or unending time. Among the given options, 'Forever' is the closest in meaning, signifying endless duration.

Question 12

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the bracketed word in the given sentence.It is irrelevance, at least to me, whether the grant was (improvident) or no.

Accepted Answer

Improvident means not planning for the future, often by spending money carelessly. The antonym is 'thrifty,' meaning careful and economical with money.

Question 13

Select the most appropriate synonym of the given word.Expository

Accepted Answer

Expository means explaining or describing something. Illustrative means serving as an example or explanation, making it the closest synonym.

Question 14

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.My friend is not ________ for this complicated assignment.

Accepted Answer

The word 'suitable' correctly conveys that the friend lacks the necessary qualities or skills for the complex assignment. It fits the context of capability.

Question 15

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.The ________ for this distance will be ninety cents.

Accepted Answer

The word 'fare' refers to the money paid for a journey. In the context of distance and cost, 'fare' is the correct homophone to use.

Question 16

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.The first printed ______ of this book came in 1933.

Accepted Answer

The word 'edition' refers to a particular form or version of a published text. In the context of a book, 'printed edition' is the correct and most appropriate term.

Question 17

Select the most appropriate ANTONYM of the given word.Escalate

Accepted Answer

Escalate means to increase rapidly. Plunge means to fall or drop steeply. Therefore, 'Plunge' is the most appropriate antonym for 'Escalate'.

Question 18

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.But if you ______ to spare before you do catch the bus, be sure to pop in.

Accepted Answer

The phrase 'have a moment to spare' correctly conveys having a short amount of free time. Options 1, 3, and 4 do not fit the context of having spare time before catching a bus.

Question 19

Select the option which has no spelling error.The roll of the Union goverment is technical.

Accepted Answer

Option 4 correctly spells 'role', 'Union', 'government', and 'technical'. All other options contain at least one spelling error.

Question 20

Select the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom.Pull someone’s legs

Accepted Answer

The idiom 'pull someone's leg' means to tease or joke with someone in a playful manner. It implies lighthearted fun, not malice.