Quantitative Aptitude - Arithmetic Ability Questions

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The difference between simple and compound interests compounded annually on a certain sum of money for 2 years at 4% per annum is Rs 8. The sum is ______.

A) Rs 10000 B) Rs 20000
C) Rs 5000 D) Rs 15000
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) Rs 5000

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A shopkeeper marks the price of an article at Rs. 320. Find the cost price if after allowing a discount of 10%, he still gains 20% on the cost price.

A) Rs. 240 B) Rs. 280
C) Rs. 300 D) Rs. 264
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) Rs. 240

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Find the odd word/letters/number pair pair from the given alternatives.

A) 8-11 B) 1-4
C) 7-10 D) 3-5
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: D) 3-5

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After excluding stoppages, the speed of a bus is 60 kmph and after including stoppages, it is 45 kmph. For how many minutes does the bus stop per hour?

A) 10 B) 9
C) 12 D) 15
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: D) 15

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If 1/6 of x - 7/2 of 3/7 equals - 7/4, then the value of x is

A) -1.5 B) 3
C) -2.5 D) 6
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) -1.5

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Q:

What is the value of Cot 60 - Sec 30?

A) -1/3 B) -1/√3
C) 1/√3 D) 1/3
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) -1/√3

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If a + b = 8 and ab =15, then a3 + b3 is

A) 224 B) 244
C) 152 D) 128
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) 152

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In the following question, select the odd word pair from the given alternatives.

A) Sister – Brother B) Son – Friend
C) Father – Daughter D) Mother – Son
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) Son – Friend

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