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Entrance Examination Question Paper

Time : 45 minutes

Marks : 75 marks

1. Look at this series: 20,17,13,10,___ What number should come next?

a. 5 b. 6 c. 7 d. 8

2. Look at this series: 4,10,19,31,___ What number should come next?

a. 44 b. 45 c. 46 d. 47

3. ABC, FGH, KLM, ___

a. OPQ b. PQR c. QRS d.RST

4. Clock : Time :: Thermometer :

a. Heat b. Temperature c. Celsius d. Mercury

5. Which word is the odd one out?

a. Circle b. Square c. Triangle d. Cube

6. If TABLE is written as UCBMF, then what will be the code for CHAIR?
a. DJBJS b. DJBKR c. DIAGR d. DHBIR

7. The LCM of two numbers is 35, and their HCF is 5. If one number is 5, what is the other
number?
a. 7 b. 10 c. 14 d. 20

8. A shopkeeper bought an item for $50 and sold it for $75. What is the profit percentage?
a. 25% b. 30% c. 40% d. 50%

9. A laptop was bought for $800 and sold at a loss of 10%. What was the selling price?
a. $720 b. $780 c. $880 d. $820

10. 1.2:y::3:4, then, y is equal to

a. 0.9 b. 1.2 c. 1.6 d. 2.4

11. A cyclist covers a distance of 45 km at a speed of 15 km/h. How long does it take to cover
this distance?
a. 2 hours b. 3 hours c. 4 hours d. 5 hours

12. If the cost price of an item is $80, and the loss incurred is $20, what is the loss percentage?
 a. 15% b. 20% c. 25% d. 30%

13. Statements:

1. The school administration has introduced a new policy requiring teachers to undergo
additional training.
2. Many teachers are expressing dissatisfaction with the new policy, and some are
reluctant to participate in the training.
Conclusions:
I. The teachers who are dissatisfied may not be interested in professional development.
II. The school administration should reconsider the new policy and seek feedback from
teachers.

Options:
a. Only conclusion I follows b. Only conclusion II follows
c. Either I or II follows d. Neither I nor II follows

14. Statements:

1. The city has implemented a new traffic rule requiring all vehicles to use a designated
lane during rush hours.
2. Commuters are complaining about increased traffic congestion and delays due to the
new rule.
Conclusions:
I. The new traffic rule may not be effectively managing traffic flow.
II. The city should consider alternative solutions and gather public feedback on the new rule.

Options:
a. Only conclusion I follows b. Only conclusion II follows
c. Either I or II follows d. Neither I nor II follows

15. Pointing to a woman in a photograph, a person said, "Her mother is the wife of my father's
only son." Who is the person in the photograph?
a. Sister b. Niece c. Daughter d. Aunt

16. A person said about a photograph, "He is the son of the only son of my mother." Who is the
person in the photograph?
a. Brother b. Father c. Nephew d. Grandfather

17. A man is facing west. He turns 90 degrees clockwise, then 180 degrees anticlockwise, and
finally, 90 degrees clockwise. In which direction is he facing now?
a. North b. South c. East d. West

18. If 'BLACK' is coded as '21031111', how is 'WHITE' coded?

a. 2318115 b. 2319165 c. 23195185 d. 2319185

19. If CAT is coded as 312, how is DOG coded?

a. 415 b. 514 c. 413 d. 214
20. The average of five consecutive even numbers is 24. What is the sum of these numbers?
a. 120 b. 124 c. 128 d. 132

Read the paragraph and answer below questions :

In the heart of a bustling city lies a quaint bookstore named "Whimsical Words." This
charming haven for book lovers is adorned with vintage bookshelves, each carrying stories
from various genres. The creaking wooden floors and the scent of well-worn pages create
an atmosphere that transports visitors to another world. The knowledgeable and friendly staff
at Whimsical Words adds a personal touch, helping customers discover hidden literary
gems. The store hosts book clubs, author readings, and cozy reading corners, making it a
literary oasis for locals and tourists alike.

21. What is the name of the bookstore mentioned in the paragraph?

A) Quaint Haven
B) Vintage Words
C) Whimsical Words
D) Literary Oasis

22. What contributes to the atmosphere of Whimsical Words?

A) Modern architecture
B) Scent of well-worn pages
C) Electronic gadgets
D) Bright neon lights

23. What activities does Whimsical Words host?

A) Cooking classes
B) Gardening workshops
C) Book clubs and author readings
D) Fitness sessions

24. How is the staff at Whimsical Words described?

A) Unknowledgeable
B) Aloof
C) Friendly and knowledgeable
D) Indifferent

25. What does the atmosphere at Whimsical Words transport visitors to?
A) Another city
B) A bustling market
C) Another world
D) A quiet park