DU IBA BBA 2012-2013

Language and Communication (1-30) 30x1=30

(Q1-Q9) INSTRUCTION: Choose the most appropriate word(s)/phrase(s) to fill in the blanks in the following
sentences;
1. There is no need to be ___ you should ___
A. respondent; keep your pace up
B. despondent; keep your chin up
C. redolent; keep your eyes open
D. negligent; keep body and soul together
E. none of these

2. As the house was uninhabited for quite a while, it was ___ with pests when the new tenants went in
to take a look.
A. populated
B. teeming
C. full
D. reeking
E. covered

3. Urbanization is unstoppable; it should only be ___ consistent with the availability of ___
A. discouraged; resources
B. regulated; amenities
C. professed; fund
D. encouraged; facilities
E. none of these

4. Because of the career breaks she has taken on account of her personal situations, and also the
training opportunities that she missed out on, she has reached ___ in her career quite early on
compared to her contemporaries.
A. a predicament
B. a limit
C. a level
D. an impasse
E. a state

5. How arrogant you must be to think that you can win the election just like that! You need to ___ a
plan, and you need people to execute it.
A. contrive
B. set
C. scheme
D. work
E. connive
6. The Senior Manager was angry at being taken for a junior level executive. He was ___.
A. indigent
B. indignant
C. intransigent
D. indolent
E. none of these

7. The Senior Manager was angry at being taken for a junior level executive. He felt ___.
A. slighted
B. blighted
C. knighted
D. benighted
E. none of these

8. The opposing team was eager to refute the debaters' points. It was hard to ___.
A. play for keeps
B. keep them at arms length
C. keep out of harm's way
D. keep them at bay
E. none of these

9. Please leave out unnecessary details and ___.

A. cut the fat
B. chew the fat
C. cut to the chase
D. chew the scenery
E. none of these

(Q10-Q15) INSTRUCTION: In which one or more of the following sentences in each set, the underlined word
is being used correctly.

10. (i) It is animal nature to horde food for the winter.

(ii) This is the time of the year when the roads are crowded as hordes of tourists roam the area.
(iii) You have no excuse for your accident. Have you not seen the hoarding cautioning passers-by of
the construction of the building?

A. i and ii
B. ii and iii
C. i and iii
D. ii only
E. all three

11. (i) The shoppers thronged the malls every day before the Bid as shops displayed their latest
collections.
ii) The speaker will need a megaphone to address the vast throng of sit-in demonstrators that have
gathered today
iii) This throng of business requires hiring a multitude of employees, fast!
A. i and ii
B. ii and iii
C. i and iii
D. ii only
E. all three

12. (i) I do believe my idea was well accepted since it was seconded by the chairperson.
ii) She was ranked second : her performance was absolutely unparalleled.
iii) The competition was at its peak as only a few seconds remained.

A. i and ii
B. ii and iii
C. i and iii
D. ii only
E. all three

13. (i) If you cannot dissolve the problem, please let us look into it.
ii) The Parliament was dissolved prior to the General Election.
iii) The granules quickly dissolved in oil, whereas they remained solid in water.

A. i only
B. iii only
C. i and ii
D. ii and iii
E. all three

14. (i) The girl showed great resolve as she persevered through hard times.
ii) Through a third party's mediation, the matter was quickly resolved between them.
iii) I have resolved to pay more attention in class.

A. i only
B. iii only
C. i and ii
D. ii and iii
E. all three

15. (i) The artist gave a moving rendition of the musical piece.
(ii) As he receives more training, his position is constantly moving.
(iii) The chess player is one move away from victory.
A. iii only
B. i and ii
C. i and iii
D. i and iii
E. all three
Q16-Q18) INSTRUCTION: Select the word that best expresses the underlined word in each sentence.

16. A new recruit must be given time to get internalized with the organization's culture.
A. involved with
B. learned about
C. into
D. committed to
E. acclimatized with

17. It is indeed a shame for an academic institution, acclaimed as one that is top-notch and change-
driven when its students give an appalling performance in front of a crowd.
A. horrific
B. terrible
C. abysmal
D. atypical
E. uncharacteristic

18. Your behavior is reproachable, as you are vilifying him.

A. abusing
B. criticizing
C. defaming
D. accusing
E. gossiping about

19. Choose the most appropriate SYNONYM to the word in capital letters CULMINATE
A. Grow
B. Reject
C. Render
D. Conclude
E. Collapse

20. Choose the most appropriate SYNONYM to the word in capital letters TANTAMOUNT
A. Equal
B. Huge
C. Highest
D. Gullible
E. Trifling

21. Choose the most appropriate SYNONYM to the word in capital letters SUPPLE
A. Impressive
B. Dubious
C. Delicate
D. Perfect
E. Agile
22. Choose the most appropriate SYNONYM to the word in capital letters ARDOR
A. Metaphor
B. Passion
C. Agony
D. Mood
E. Severity

Q23-Q25) INSTRUCTION:

Underlined parts of the following sentences may contain error(s) in grammar, diction, usage or idiom.
Choose the underlined portion that is incorrect. If there is no error then select (E).

23. The animals who were chosen to present the political parties were created by a famous
(A) (B) (C) (D)
cartoonist. No Error
(E)

24. I hate that kind of a person who distracts me during important discussions. No Error
(A) (B) (C) (D) (E)

25. On the contrary, you will find that Arif is better qualified than him for the position of analyst at
(A) (B) (C) (D)
the office. No error.
(E)

(Q26-Q30) INSTRUCTION:

Read the following passage and select the best answer for each of the questions.

More children as well as adults get their vaccinations when the shots are coordinated and given by nurses
instead of doctors, a new research suggests, According to the researcher, "The family physician has all
.of the responsibility to look after the patient, and so a child with cholera, for example, comes in and the
physician's first concern is the test for cholera bacteria, medical checkup and pretty soon, the time for
the visit is up. But for a nurse in the primary care setting,
vaccinations and other preventive care might be the first thing they're responsible for". The researchers
found that changing who performs vaccinations was one of the most successful vaccination-promoting
strategies, apart from with calls and texts to the general populace reminding them about the shots.

26. The objective of the article is:

A. To highlight the ineffectiveness of doctors in performing an essential health service.
B. To illustrate new research on means of increasing vaccination incidences among the beneficiary
group.
C. To promote calls and texts as means of promoting vaccination among people.
D. To quote from a new research project, where the respective roles of doctors versus , nurses are
defined.
E. To show the importance of vaccination as a preventive measure as opposed to treatment.
27. Which of the following, if true, would most undermine the effectiveness of the vaccination
promotion approach using nurses instead of doctors?
A. Even with the new strategy, typically less than a quarter of all eligible people get their vaccines.
B. Nurses do not provide treatment for patients, rather they provide preventive care.
C. Calls and texts via cell phones are also effective mechanisms for promoting vaccination.
D. Doctors are better in preventive care only when they have conducted basic research in the area of
vaccinations
E. Some doctors are better than others in ensuring vaccination, whereas nurses tend to be equally
responsible.
28. The phrase 'general populace' in the last line, means:
A. All individuals as a group
B. All patients as a group
C. Common public
D. Individuals not visited by doctors
E. Individuals not visited by nurses

29. Which of the following best reflects the main premise of the article?
A. Nurses often forget to suggest using vaccines, but they still visit patients more frequently
than doctors.
B. Doctors provide a number of health services, vaccination is sometimes one such; however,
nurses specifically provide greater preventive care.
C. Doctors often forget to suggest using vaccines, but they still visit patients more frequently
than nurses.
D. Nurses are not as effective as sending texts to people in order to encourage them to vaccinate
themselves and their dear ones.
E. Cholera is a disease better prevented than treated.

30. Reference to 'cholera' has been made in the article in order to:
A. Identify a disease where the doctors have been more successful in treatment rather than
prevention.
B. Exemplify a disease where the doctors have been more successful In prevention rather
than treatment.
C. Belittle the role of the doctor, while ennobling the role of the nurse in disease treatment.
D. Cite an example where the doctor performs a treatment role, while overlooking a
preventive role.
E. Identify a disease where the doctors have been less successful in treatment compared to
Analytical Ability (31-45) 15x1=15

31. In mammals it is the secondary palate that permits breathing while eating. Clearly,
breathing while eating is necessary to maintain the high rate of metabolism of mammals.
The author's assertion would be most weakened by the discovery of a mammalian species that
had a
A. high rate of metabolism and the ability to breathe while eating
B. low rate of metabolism and the ability to breathe while eating
C. low rate of metabolism and no ability to breathe while eating
D. high rate of metabolism and no secondary palate
E. low rate of metabolism and a secondary palate

32.The world's annual food production slightly exceeds the amount of food required to provide a
minimally adequate diet for the world's population. To predict that insufficient food production
will cause a hunger crisis in the future is nonsense. Any hunger crisis will result from a
distribution problem rather than a production problem.
The statement above assumes which of the following?
A. The world's food requirements are greater than they will be in the future.
B. A shortfall in the world's food production can be prevented by a better distribution system.
C. The world's food production will continue to be sufficient to meet or exceed needs.
D. The distribution of the world's existing food supply will be improved in the future.
E. The world hunger crisis will not exist in the future.

33. Jamil : "Because he is a superb athlete, Bashar is qualified for admission to the Hall of
Fame."
Sonia : "But because Bashar has used illegal drugs, he is a poor role model for young people.
Therefore, Bashar should not be admitted to the Hall of Fame."
Sonia's conclusion depends on which of the following assumptions?
A. Superb athletes usually do not use illegal drugs.
B. Bashar is interested in being admitted to the Hall of Fame.
C. Bashar's use of illegal drugs has had a negative effect on his athletic performance.
D. Being an adequate role model for young people should be one of the criteria for
admission to the Hall of Fame.
E. All athletes who are good role models for young people are qualified for admission to. the Hall of
Fame.

Questions 34 to 36

Recently concluded Hay Festival in the Bangla Academy held two discussion sessions. The discussion
leader of the festival was selecting two groups of books ------ Group 1 and Group 2 ---- for the sessions.
She was choosing from seven books ------- T, U, V, W, X, Y and Z.
Group 1 would contain four of the books and Group 2 would contain the other three books. The leader
must select the books for each group according to the following restrictions:
T cannot be in the same group as U.
If X was in Group 2, Z must also be in Group 2.
If Z was in Group 1, W must also be in Group 1.
34. If T and Z were in Group 2, any of the following books could also be in Group 2 EXCEPT
A. U
B. V
C. W
D. X
E. Y

35.If Z was in Group 1, which of the following must have been true?
A . T was in Group 1
B. V was in Group 2
C. X was in Group 2
D. U was in the same Group as V
E. W was in the same Group as Y

36.If X was in Group 2, which of the following must have been true?
A. T was in Group 2
B. U was in Group 2
C. W was in Group 1
D. Y was in the same Group as Z
E. Z was in the same Group as U

Questions 37 to 39

A loop bus has exactly six stops on its route. The bus first stops at stop one and then at stops two, three,
four, five and six in that order. After leaving stop six, the bus returns to stop one and continues around
the loop again. The stops are at six buildings that are, in alphabetical order, Gendaria, Hatirpool, Jigatala,
Khilgaon, Lichubagan, and Mohammadpur.
Lichubagan is stop three.
Hatirpool is stop six.
Khilgaon is the stop immediately before Mohammadpur.
Jigatala is the stop immediately before Gendaria.

37. If Jigatala is stop four, which of the following must be the stop immediately before
Lichubagan?
A. Khilgaon
B. Mohammadpur
C. Jigatala
D. Gendaria
E. Hatirpool

38.If Gendaria is stop two, which of the following must be the stop immediately before
Hatirpool?
A. Jigatala
B. Gendaria
C. Lichubagan
D. Khilgaon
E. Mohammadpur
39. If a passenger gets on the bus at Khilgaon, rides past one of the stops, and gets off at
Lichubagan, which of the following must be true?
A. Khilgaon is stop one.
B. Mohammadpur is stop three.
C. Lichubagan is stop four.
D. Jigatala is stop five.
E. Gendaria is stop six.

Questions 40 to 45

Two male singers, Peer and Shaer; two female singers Rina and Vina; two male dancers Tapu and Wahed;
and two female dancers Queen and Usha, are the eight entertainers who are to perform at the Bengal
Theater on a certain night. Each entertainer is to perform alone and only once that night. The entertainer
may perform in any order that conforms to the following restrictions:
The performances by singers and the performances by the dancers must alternate throughout the evening.
The first performance that evening must be by a female entertainer, and the second performance by a
male entertainer.
The final performance must be by a male singer.

40. If Rina is to perform fourth, which of the following must perform sixth?
A. Peer
B. Shaer
C. Usha
D. Vina
E. Wahed

41. If Usha is to perform seventh, which of the following must perform first?
A. Queen
B. Rina
C. Shaer
D. Tapu
E. Vina

42. If Peer is to perform eighth, which of the following must perform second?
A. Rina
B. Shaer
C. Tapu
D. Vina
E. Wahed

43. If Tapu is to perform third, Wahed must perform

A. first or fifth
B. second or fifth
C. fourth or seventh
D. fifth or seventh
E. sixth or seventh
44. If Queen is to perform third, Vina fourth, and Wahed fifth, which of the following must
perform sixth?
A. Peer
B. Rina
C. Shaer
D. Tapu
E. Usha

45. Which of the following could be the first of the entertainers to perform?
A. Peer
B. Rina
C. Usha
D. Vina
E. Wahed
Mathematics (46-75) 30x1-30

46. The ratio of Kalam's salary to Bashir's salary is 3:2. The ratio of Bashir's salary to
Imran's salary is 3:1. What is the ratio of Kalam's salary to Imran's salary?
A. 2:1
B. 1:2
C. 9:2
D. 3:1
E. none of these

47. If x is an integer such that 2x - 5<16 and 5x - 7>26, then which of the following must
be true?
A. x<10
B. x>7
C. 8<x<12
D. 7<x<10
E. none of these

48. A triangle has a perimeter 13. The two shorter sides have integer lengths equal to x
and x +1. Which of the following could be the length of the other side?
A. 8
B. 7
C. 6
D. 5
E. none of these

49. If x and y are both positive integers and xy=156, what is the smallest possible value
of x - y ? (1)
A. 1
B. 2
C. 3
D. 4
E. none of these

50. The average of two numbers is 2x+l. If one of the numbers is x- 2, then the other
number is (1)
A. x + 1
B. 2x + 2
C. 3x + 4
D. 4x- 1
E. none of these
51. If n>0, which of the following must be true? (1)
A. n2>1
B. (n2-n)>0
C. 2n-1>0
D. (n2 +l )/n >1
E. none of these

52. The arithmetic mean of 3x - 8 and another number is 5x. The arithmetic mean of the
other number and 3x is (1)
A. 4x + 4
B. 2x + 8
C. 5x + 4
D. 4x + 8
E. none of these

53. Hundred and twenty chocolates were equally distributed among the students
present in the class. If there were 4 more students, each of them would have
received one chocolate less. How many students were present In the class? (1)
A. 16
B. 20
C. 24
D. 32
E. none of these

54. If a + b - c = d, and a - b + c = e, then which of the following represents the value of a? (1)
A. 0.5(d+e)
B. d - e
C. 2d+e
D. d+e
E. none of these

55. In the diagram, XB is parallel to YD, AC = CD,XAC = 130° andADB = 90°. Calculate
ABD.

A. 55°
B. 60°
C. 65°
D. 70°
E. none of these
56. If is a function such that x # y = (x - y)2, then what will be the value of [x (x- y)] [y (y- x)]? (1)
A. (xy)4
B. (x2 -y2 )2
C. x4 -y4
D. x4n
E. none of these

57. In what ratio should a 20% sugar solution (sugar + water) be mixed with a 50% sugar
solution so that the resultant solution has 40% sugar in it? (1)
A. 1:2
B. 2:1
C. 1:3
D. 3:1
E. none of these

58. A ship with a faulty engine sailed for only 7 hours over a period of 2 days and
covered a distance of 59 km. Its average speed on the first day was 5 km per hour
slower than that on the second day. But it sailed 3 hours longer on the first day than
that on the second day. What was its average speed on the second day? (1)
A. 7
B. 12
C. 14
D. 15
E. none of these

59. A certain integer n when divided by 5 yields a remainder of 4. Which of these cannot
be an integer? (1)
A. n/9
B. n/10
C. n/14
D. n/19
E. none of these

60. A trader purchased a box of apple at the rate of 90 taka per kg. It was found that 1/4
of the apples were already rotten. What must be the selling price of the apples per kg
(in taka) so that the trader does not make any loss or profit? (1)
A. 96
B. 108
C. 112
D. 120
E. none of these
61. When the integer n is divided by 3, the quotient is p and the remainder is 1. When p is
divided by 5, the quotient is q and the remainder is 2. What will be the remainder
when n is divided by 5? (1)
A. 4
B. 3
C. 2
D. 1
E. none of these

62. If 4x - 3y = 24, then what is the value of 2y - 8(x/ 3) ? (1)

A. -6
B. -8
C. -12
D. -16
E. none of these

63. A hospital treats 4 patients in the first hour, 8 patients in the second hour, 12
patients in the third hour and so on. [patients treated at nth hour is 4 more than the
patients treated in (n-1) th hour]. How many hours will it require to treat a total of 84
patients? (1)
A. 6
B. 7
C. 8
D. 9
E. none of these

64. In the figure, AB is the diameter of the circle. Given that <B AC = 40°, calculate <ADC.

A. 110°
B. 120°
C. 130°
D. 140°
E. cannot be determined
65. Anwar has thrice as much marbles as Babu has. If Anwar gives 6 marbles to Babu
then the ratio of marbles possessed by Anwar and Babu becomes 5:3. How many
marbles does Anwar have? (1)
A. 24
B. 28
C. 36
D. 48
E. none of these

66. If x = y = z/ 3 and xyz = 384, then x =? (1)

A. 2(2^(1/3))
B. 4
C. 2
D. 4(2^(1/3))
E. none of these

67. A trader purchases blue paint and yellow paint at a price of Tk. 110 and Tk. 100 per
litter respectively. He mixes blue and yellow paint at a ratio of 1:2 to make a certain
paint of green color. He sells the green paint at a price of Tk. 120 per litter. If the
trader makes a profit of Tk. 2000, how much yellow paint (in kgs) did he use in the
mixture? (1)
A. 72
B. 80
C. 85
D. 90
E. none of these

68. If x and y are positive integers and x - y = 7, which of the following can be the value
of x + y ? (1)
A. 15
B. 36
C. 42
D. 64
E. none of these

69. A notation # is defined as a # b= 4a 2 +4b 2 +8ab for all non-negative integers. What
is the value of
(x+y)+ 6 when x#y = 144?
i.10
ii. 6
iii.12 (1)
A. Only i
B. Only ii
C. Only iii
D. both i and ii
E. both i and iii
70. The difference of two numbers equals 60% of the smaller number. What is the ratio
of the bigger number to the smaller number? (1)
A. 5:3
B. 7:4
C. 8:5
D. 9:7
E. none of these

71. Which of the following describes the relationship between A and B as shown in the
pairs of numbers (A.B) = {(2,5), (3,10), (4,17), (5,26)}? (1)
A. B=A+3
B. B= 2A+4
C. B=3A-1
D. B=A2 +1
E. none of these

72. It takes 24 hours for 10 men to make 15 Christmas cakes. How many cakes can be
made if 8 men work for 36 hours? (1)
A. 12
B. 15
C. 18
D. 24
E. none of these

73. A rectangle having an area of 56 cm 2 is formed when one side of a square is

decreased by 5 cm and another side of the same square is increased by 5 cm. What
is the perimeter of the original square (in cm)? (1)
A. 36
B. 40
C. 44
D. 48
E. none of these

74. X, Y and Z share Tk. 1800 in such a way that X has 2.5 times as much as Y, and Y
has 4 times as much as Z. How much money (in taka) does Z receive? (1)
A. 120
B. 132
C. 145
D. 200
E. none of these
75. In the figure, AB = BC = CD and <DCE = 105°. Calculate <CAB.

A. 35°
B. 38°
C. 40°
D. 42°
E. none of these
 Answer Key:

Questions Answers Questions Answers Questions Answers

1. B 31. D 46. C
2. B 32. B 47. D
3. B 33. D 48. C
4. D 34. A 49. A
5. C 35. B 50. C
6. B 36. C 51. D
7. A 37. B 52. C
8. D 38. E 53. B
9. C 39. A 54. A
10. A 40. D 55. C
11. A 41. A 56. B
12. E 42. B 57. A
13. E 43. D 58. B
14. E 44. B 59. B
15. C 45. C 60. D
16. E 61. C
17. D 62. D
18. D 63. A
19. D 64. E
20. A 65. C
21. E 66. E
22. B 67. B
23. A 68. A
24. E 69. C
25. D 70. C
26. B 71. D
27. A 72. C
28. C 73. A
29. B 74. A
30. D 75. A
 English Solution (1-30)

1.B. despondent; keep your chin up

Explanation: "Despondent" means feeling low or discouraged, and "keep your chin up" is a phrase
used to encourage someone to remain positive.

A. "respondent" doesn't fit the context of needing encouragement.

C. "redolent" means having a pleasant odor, which is irrelevant.
D. "negligent" means careless, not fitting the context of feeling low.

2. B. teeming
Explanation: "Teeming" means full of or swarming with, appropriate for describing pests.

A. "populated" usually refers to people.

C. "full" is vague.
D. "reeking" means emitting a strong smell, not fitting the context of pests.
E. "covered" implies a surface layer, not an infestation.

3. B. regulated; amenities

Explanation: "Regulated" means controlled or managed, and "amenities" are facilities or services that
are necessary.

A. "discouraged" is not suitable for something deemed unstoppable.

C. "professed" means claimed, which doesn’t fit the context.
D. "encouraged" implies more urbanization, which isn’t about management.

4. D. an impasse
Explanation: "Impasse" means a situation where no progress is possible, fitting the context of career
stagnation.
A. "predicament" is a difficult situation but not specifically about career progress.
B. "limit" doesn't convey the sense of being unable to progress.
C. "level" is too neutral.
E. "state" is vague.

5. C. scheme
Explanation: "Scheme" means to plan or devise a strategy, which fits the context of needing a plan for
winning an election.

A. "Contrive" means to create or devise something in a clever way, but in the context of planning for
an election, "scheme" is more appropriate.
B. "Set" is too vague and doesn't specifically mean to create a detailed plan.
D. "Work" implies effort but not the creation of a plan.
E. "Connive" means to conspire secretly, which has a negative connotation and doesn't fit the context
of openly planning an election strategy.

6. B. indignant
Explanation: "Indignant" means feeling anger at unfair treatment, fitting the context of the manager's
reaction.

A. "indigent" means poor.

C. "intransigent" means stubborn.
D. "indolent" means lazy.

7. A. slighted
Explanation: "Slighted" means feeling insulted or disrespected.

B. "blighted" means damaged or spoiled.

C. "knighted" means being given an honorary title.
D. "benighted" means being in a state of ignorance.

8. D. keep them at bay

Explanation:"Keep them at bay" means to prevent them from advancing or affecting you.

A. "play for keeps" means to be serious or determined, not fitting the context.
B. "keep them at arms length" means to avoid intimacy or close contact, not necessarily to refute.
C. "keep out of harm's way" means to avoid danger, not related to refuting points.

9. C. cut to the chase

Explanation: "Cut to the chase" means to get to the point, fitting the instruction to leave out
unnecessary details.

A. "cut the fat" is similar but not as commonly used in this context.
B. "chew the fat" means to chat leisurely.
D. "chew the scenery" means to overact.

10. A. i and ii
Explanation:
(i) "horde" means to gather in large numbers.
(ii) "hordes" refers to large groups.
(iii) "hoarding" meaning a sign/banner

11. A. i and ii
Explanation:
i. "Thronged" is correctly used to mean crowded.
ii. "Throng" is correctly used to mean a large group of people.
iii. "Throng" is incorrectly used; it should be "amount" or "volume."
12. E. all three
Explanation:
i. "Seconded" means supported.
ii. "Second" is correctly used as a rank.
iii. "Seconds" refers to units of time.

13. E. all three

Explanation:
(i) Correct usage. Here, "dissolve" means to resolve or solve.
(ii) Correct usage. Here, "dissolved" means officially terminated or disbanded.
(iii) Correct usage. Here, "dissolved" means to mix or disperse into a liquid.

14. E. all three

Explanation:
i. "Resolve" means determination.
ii. "Resolved" means settled.
iii. "Resolved" means decided.

15. C. i and iii

Explanation:
i. "Rendition" is correctly used to mean performance.
iii. "Move" is correctly used to mean a chess move.
Other Options:
ii. "Moving" should be "changing," referring to position.

16. E. acclimatized with

Explanation:"Acclimatized with" is the best fit as it means to get used to or familiar with, which
matches the context of getting internalized with the organization's culture.

A. "Involved with" implies participation but not necessarily getting familiar.

B. "Learned about" implies gaining knowledge but not the same as becoming accustomed.
C. "Into" is too vague and informal for this context.
D. "Committed to" implies dedication but not familiarity.

17.D. atypical
Explanation:The word "atypical" means not typical or characteristic of something. In the context of the
sentence, it implies that the students' performance, which is described as "appalling," is unusual or out
of character for an institution known for being top-notch and change-driven.
A. horrific, B. terrible, C. abysmal: While these words describe something that is shocking or very bad,
they do not specifically convey the idea that the performance is unexpected or out of character for the
institution.
E. uncharacteristic: This word also means not typical or usual, similar to "atypical." While it could be
considered a synonym, "atypical" more directly suggests something that is not typical, making it the
most fitting choice in this context.

18. D. accusing
Explanation:The sentence suggests that the person's behavior is reproachable because they are vilifying
someone, which means they are making false and damaging statements about them. "Accusing" is a
synonym that fits well here because it implies blaming or making accusations against someone.

A.abusing: Means to treat someone with cruelty or violence, which is not directly related to making
false statements.
B.criticizing: Means to express disapproval or judgment, which does not necessarily involve making
false statements.
C.defaming: Means to damage the reputation of someone by false statements, which is close in
meaning but slightly more specific than accusing.
E.gossiping about: Means to spread rumors or talk about someone, often casually and without malice,
which is different from making direct accusations.

19. D. Conclude
Explanation:"Culminate" means to reach the highest or final point, often after a long period.
"Conclude" is a synonym because it means to bring something to an end.

A. "Grow" means to increase in size or develop, not the same as culminating.

B. "Reject" means to refuse to accept, which is unrelated to reaching a final point.
C. "Render" means to provide or give, not to culminate.
E. "Collapse" means to fall down or fail, which is not synonymous with culminating.

20. A. Equal
Explanation:"Tantamount" means equivalent in value, significance, or effect. "Equal" is the best
synonym.

B. "Huge" means very large, not the same as equivalent.

C. "Highest" means the topmost, which is not synonymous with equivalent.
D. "Gullible" means easily deceived, unrelated to equivalence.
E. "Trifling" means of little importance, which is not equivalent.

21. E. Agile
Explanation:"Supple" means flexible or easily bent. "Agile" is a synonym because it implies
nimbleness and flexibility.

A. "Impressive" means evoking admiration, not flexibility.

B. "Dubious" means doubtful, which is unrelated to flexibility.
C. "Delicate" means fragile or fine, not necessarily flexible.
D. "Perfect" means without flaws, which is not synonymous with supple.

22. B. Passion
Explanation:"Ardor" means intense enthusiasm or passion. "Passion" is a direct synonym.

A. "Metaphor" is a figure of speech, unrelated to intense enthusiasm.

C. "Agony" means extreme pain, not the same as passion.
D. "Mood" refers to a temporary state of mind or feeling, not the same as ardor.
E. "Severity" means harshness, which is not synonymous with passion.

23. A
Correction: Change "who" to "that".

Explanation: In this sentence, "who" should be replaced with "that" because "that" is used to refer to
animals or things, whereas "who" is used to refer to people.

24. E
Correction: Remove "a".

Explanation: "That kind of a person" should be corrected to "that kind of person" because "kind of"
already functions as a unit and does not need the article "a" before "person".

25. D
Correction: Change "him" to "he".

Explanation: "Than" is followed by a subject pronoun ("he" in this case) rather than an object pronoun
("him"). This corrects the comparison structure to be grammatically accurate.

26. B. To illustrate new research on means of increasing vaccination incidences among the beneficiary
group.

Explanation:The article focuses on the research finding that using nurses for vaccinations increases
vaccination rates. It doesn't aim to criticize doctors, promote calls/texts alone, or define doctor/nurse
roles in general.

A. The article doesn't highlight ineffectiveness of doctors, but suggests nurses might be more effective
for vaccinations.
C. Calls and texts are mentioned as another strategy, but the main focus is the effectiveness of nurses.
D. While the article mentions doctor vs. nurse roles, it doesn't define them in general but in the context
of vaccinations.
E. Vaccination as prevention is mentioned, but it's not the main point. The focus is on nurses being
more effective promoters of vaccination.

27. A. Even with the new strategy, typically less than a quarter of all eligible people get their vaccines.
Explanation:While low vaccination rates exist, the passage suggests nurses are more effective than
doctors in this specific role. Option A doesn't negate the relative effectiveness of using nurses. It just
highlights a general issue with vaccination rates.

B. This actually supports the idea that nurses focus on preventive care like vaccinations.
C. Calls and texts are mentioned as another strategy, so this wouldn't undermine using nurses.
D. Doctor's research background isn't relevant to the article's point about nurses being more effective
for vaccinations.
E. This suggests some variation in doctor effectiveness, but doesn't address the nurse vs. doctor
comparison for vaccinations.

28. C. Common public

Explanation: "General populace" refers to the general public, not patients or specific groups not visited
by doctors/nurses.

A. This is broader than "general populace" which doesn't necessarily include all individuals.
B. "General populace" refers to the public in general, not just patients.
D & E. These options are too specific. The article refers to the public who might receive reminders, not
those not visited by medical professionals.

29. B. Doctors provide a number of health services, vaccination is sometimes one such; however,
nurses specifically provide greater preventive care.

Explanation: The article highlights that doctors have broader responsibilities, while nurses focus more
on preventive care like vaccinations.

A. This doesn't address the core point of nurses being more effective for vaccinations.
C. This goes beyond the article's focus on vaccinations and nurse vs. doctor roles in this context.
D. The article suggests nurses are more effective, not less effective than texts.
E. Vaccination is mentioned as prevention, but it's not the main point. The focus is on nurses being
more effective promoters of vaccination.

30. D. Cite an example where the doctor performs a treatment role, while overlooking a preventive
role.

Explanation:The mention of cholera shows how a doctor might focus on diagnosis and treatment
(testing for cholera bacteria) while potentially neglecting routine vaccinations. It's not about comparing
success rates or belittling either role.

A, B, C, & E. These options focus on treatment success or comparing doctor vs. nurse effectiveness in
treatment. The article uses cholera as an example of how a doctor's focus might shift towards
diagnosis/treatment, potentially neglecting preventive measures like vaccinations.
 Analytical Ability Solution (31-45)

31. Solution: D. high rate of metabolism and no secondary palate

Let's analyze each option:

A. high rate of metabolism and the ability to breathe while eating:

This option does not weaken the assertion. It supports the author's claim that mammals with high
metabolism can breathe while eating, presumably thanks to the secondary palate.

B. low rate of metabolism and the ability to breathe while eating:

This option also does not weaken the assertion. It suggests that even mammals with lower metabolism
can breathe while eating, perhaps due to other adaptations or the presence of a secondary palate.

C. low rate of metabolism and no ability to breathe while eating:

This option is also irrelevant. It doesn't address the author's specific claim about secondary palates and
breathing in mammals with high metabolism.

D. high rate of metabolism and no secondary palate:

This option weakens the assertion. It demonstrates that a mammal with a high metabolism can survive
without a secondary palate, contradicting the author's claim that the secondary palate is essential for
breathing while eating in mammals with high metabolism.

E. low rate of metabolism and a secondary palate:

This option does not weaken the assertion. It supports the idea that the secondary palate can be present
in mammals with both high and low metabolism, but it does not provide evidence against the necessity
of the secondary palate for breathing while eating.

Therefore, the option that would most weaken the author's assertion is D. high rate of metabolism and
no secondary palate.

32.Solution: B. A shortfall in the world's food production can be prevented by a better

distribution system.

Lets analyze each option:

A. The world's food requirements are greater than they will be in the future.
This is not assumed. The statements say that "the world's annual food production slightly exceeds the
amount of food required to provide a minimally adequate diet for the world's population." This implies
that the current food requirements are being met.

B. A shortfall in the world's food production can be prevented by a better distribution system.
This is assumed. The statements say that "any hunger crisis will result from a distribution problem
rather than a production problem." This implies that if the distribution system is improved, there will
be no need for increased food production to prevent a hunger crisis.

C. The world's food production will continue to be sufficient to meet or exceed needs.
This is not necessarily assumed. While the statements say that current production is sufficient, they do
not explicitly assume that future production will also be sufficient.

D. The distribution of the world's existing food supply will be improved in the future.
This is not necessarily assumed. The statements simply say that a hunger crisis will result from a
distribution problem, but they do not explicitly assume that the distribution system will be improved in
the future.

E. The world hunger crisis will not exist in the future.

This is not necessarily assumed. The statements say that a hunger crisis will result from a distribution
problem, but they do not explicitly assume that a hunger crisis will not exist in the future.

Therefore, the statements assume that B. A shortfall in the world's food production can be prevented by
a better distribution system.

33. Solution: D. Being an adequate role model for young people should be one of the criteria for
admission to the Hall of Fame.

Analyzing each option:

Superb athletes usually do not use illegal drugs:
This option is not relevant to Sonia's conclusion. She is not arguing that superb athletes should not use
drugs, but rather that Bashar's drug use makes him a poor role model.

Bashar is interested in being admitted to the Hall of Fame:

This option is also not relevant to Sonia's argument. Her conclusion is based on his actions and their
impact on his role model status, not on his personal desires.

Bashar's use of illegal drugs has had a negative effect on his athletic performance:
This option is not directly relevant to Sonia's conclusion. She is primarily concerned with his role
model status, not his athletic ability.
Being an adequate role model for young people should be one of the criteria for admission to the Hall
of Fame:
This option is the correct answer. Sonia's conclusion is based on the assumption that being a good role
model is a necessary criterion for admission to the Hall of Fame.

All athletes who are good role models for young people are qualified for admission to the Hall of
Fame:
This option is not relevant to Sonia's argument. She is not arguing that all good role models should be
admitted, but rather that Bashar's drug use disqualifies him.

Therefore, the assumption that underlies Sonia's conclusion is D. Being an adequate role model for
young people should be one of the criteria for admission to the Hall of Fame.
34. Solution : A. U
Recap of the Conditions for Book Selection:
Condition 1: Total Books: 7 (T, U, V, W, X, Y, Z)
Condition 2: Group 1 must have 4 books
Condition 3: Group 2 must have 3 books
Condition 4: T and U cannot be in the same group.
Condition 5: If X is in Group 2, Z must also be in Group 2.
Condition 6: If Z is in Group 1, W must also be in Group 1.

According to condition 4, we know that T and U cannot be in the same group together. Therefore,
as T is in group 2, U cannot be in group 2. So , the correct answer is A. U

35.Solution : B. V was in Group 2

Recap of the Conditions for Book Selection:
Condition 1: Total Books: 7 (T, U, V, W, X, Y, Z)
Condition 2: Group 1 must have 4 books
Condition 3: Group 2 must have 3 books
Condition 4: T and U cannot be in the same group.
Condition 5: If X is in Group 2, Z must also be in Group 2.
Condition 6: If Z is in Group 1, W must also be in Group 1.

According to the question, we know that Z was in Group 1.

We that that if Z is in Group 1 then W must also be in Group 1 (condition 6).
Since Z is in Group 1, X cannot be in Group 2 because if X is in Group 2 then Z must also be in group
2 (condition 5). So , the 3 out of 4 spots taken in Group 1 are by X,Z,W and they leftover spot must be
occupied by either T or U since they cannot coexist together (condition 4).
So, V must have been in Group 2.
Conclusion:The correct answer is B. V was in Group 2

36.Solution : C. W was in Group 1

Recap of the Conditions for Book Selection:
Condition 1: Total Books: 7 (T, U, V, W, X, Y, Z)
Condition 2: Group 1 must have 4 books
Condition 3: Group 2 must have 3 books
Condition 4: T and U cannot be in the same group.
Condition 5: If X is in Group 2, Z must also be in Group 2.
Condition 6: If Z is in Group 1, W must also be in Group 1.
We know that if X was in Group 2, then Z must also be in group 2 (condition 5).
Since we have only one spot left in group 2,it has be either T or U since they cannot exist together
(Condition 4) . So, W cannot be in Group 2, so W has to be in Group 1.

Therefore, the correct answer is C. W was in Group 1

37. Solution : B. Mohammadpur
Recap of all the conditions for the loop bus stops:
Condition 1: The bus follows these stops in a loop: 1 → 2 → 3 → 4 → 5 → 6, then loops back to 1.
Condition 2: Lichubagan is stop three.
Condition 3: Hatirpool is stop six.
Condition 4: Khilgaon is the stop immediately before Mohammadpur.
Condition 5: Jigatala is the stop immediately before Gendaria.

If Jigatala is in stop 4 then we already know that Jigatala is the stop immediately before Gendaria(
condition 5). Which means that Gendaria must be at stop 5.
Therefore, we know the spot of Lichubagan (condition 2), Hatirpool (condition 6), Jigatala and
Gendaria.
Spot 3 - Lichubagan
Spot 4 - Jigatala
Spot 5 - Gendaria
Spot 6 – Hatirpool

So, Spot 1 and Spot 2 must be for Khilgaon and Mohammadpur. We know that Khilgaon is the stop
immediately before Mohammadpur (condition 4). Therefore, Khilgaon must be in Spot 1 and
Mohammadpur must be in Spot 2. Therefore, the stop immediately before Lichubagan must be
Mohammadpur.
The correct answer is B. Mohammadpur

38.Solution : E. Mohammadpur
Recap of all the conditions for the loop bus stops:
Condition 1: The bus follows these stops in a loop: 1 → 2 → 3 → 4 → 5 → 6, then loops back to 1.
Condition 2: Lichubagan is stop three.
Condition 3: Hatirpool is stop six.
Condition 4: Khilgaon is the stop immediately before Mohammadpur.
Condition 5: Jigatala is the stop immediately before Gendaria.

If Gendaria is in stop 2 then we already know that Jigatala is the stop immediately before Gendaria (
condition 5). Which means that Gendaria must be at stop 2. Therefore , we know the spot of
Lichubagan (condition 2), Hatirpool (condition 6), Jigatala and Gendaria.

Spot 1 - Jigatala
Spot 2 - Gendaria
Spot 3 - Lichubagan
Spot 6 – Hatirpool

So, remaining Spot 4 and Spot 5 must be for Khilgaon and Mohammadpur. We know that Khilgaon is
the stop immediately before Mohammadpur (condition 4). Therefore, Khilgaon must be in Spot 4 and
Mohammadpur must be in Spot 5. Therefore, the stop immediately before Hatirpool must be
Mohammadpur.

The correct answer is E. Mohammadpur

39. Solution : A. Khilgaon is stop one.
Recap of all the conditions for the loop bus stops:
Condition 1: The bus follows these stops in a loop: 1 → 2 → 3 → 4 → 5 → 6, then loops back to 1.
Condition 2: Lichubagan is stop three.
Condition 3: Hatirpool is stop six.
Condition 4: Khilgaon is the stop immediately before Mohammadpur.
Condition 5: Jigatala is the stop immediately before Gendaria.
Analyzing each option:
A. Khilgaon is stop one.
Since Khilgaon is immediately before Mohammadpur (Condition 4), if Khilgaon were stop one, then
Mohammadpur would be stop two.
We also know Lichubagan is stop three (condition 2), which is consistent with the problem.
Continuing the loop:
Stop four: Jigatala.
Stop five: Gendaria (because Jigatala is immediately before Gendaria, condition 5).
Stop six: Hatirpool (condition 3).
The arrangement would be:
Stop 1: Khilgaon
Stop 2: Mohammadpur
Stop 3: Lichubagan
Stop 4: Jigatala
Stop 5: Gendaria
Stop 6: Hatirpool
This arrangement satisfies all the conditions. Thus, A. Khilgaon is stop one can be true.

B. Mohammadpur is stop three.

This contradicts a given fact: Lichubagan is stop three (condition 2). Since Lichubagan is already at
stop three, Mohammadpur cannot also be at stop three.

C. Lichubagan is stop four.

We already know that Lichubagan is stop three as stated in the condition 2. Therefore, Lichubagan is
stop four is false.

D. Jigatala is stop five.

We know Jigatala is immediately before Gendaria. (condition 5)
If Jigatala were stop five, then Gendaria would be stop six. However, the problem states that Hatirpool
is stop six ( condition 3). Therefore, D. Jigatala is stop five is false.

E. Gendaria is stop six.

This also contradicts the given fact that Hatirpool is stop six (condition 3). Since Hatirpool is at stop
six, Gendaria cannot also be at stop six.
Conclusion:
The only correct answer is A. Khilgaon is stop one.
40. Solution : D. Vina
There are eight entertainers:
Male singers: Peer, Shaer
Female singers: Rina, Vina
Male dancers: Tapu, Wahed
Female dancers: Queen, Usha
Here are the conditions for the performances:
Conditon 1 : Singers and dancers must alternate throughout the evening.
Conditon 2 : The first performance must be by a female entertainer.
Conditon 3 : The second performance must be by a male entertainer.
Conditon 4 : The final performance must be by a male singer. (either Peer or Shaer)
We know that the final performance would be a male singer (condition 4) as well as singers and
dancers must alternate throughout the evening (condition 1). Moreover, the first performance must be
by a female entertainer (condition 2) and the second performance must be by a male entertainer
(condition 3). If Rina (who is a female singer other than Vina) is to perform fourth, the performance
arrangements would be accordingly:
1st performance : Female Dancer ( Queen or Usha )
2nd performance : Male Singer ( Peer or Shaer)
3rd performance : Dancer
4th performance : Singer ( Female singer, Rina)
5th performance : Dancer
6th performance : Singer
7th performance : Dancer
8th performance : Male singer ( Peer or Shaer)

Since,2nd and 8th performance is by a male singer, the singers from performance 4 and performance 6
has to be a female singer. And if Rina is to perform on 4th then Vina would perform on 6th as she is the
only remaining female singer.
Therefore, the correct answer is D. Vina

41. Solution : A. Queen

There are eight entertainers:
Male singers: Peer, Shaer
Female singers: Rina, Vina
Male dancers: Tapu, Wahed
Female dancers: Queen, Usha
Here are the conditions for the performances:
Conditon 1 : Singers and dancers must alternate throughout the evening.
Conditon 2 : The first performance must be by a female entertainer.
Conditon 3 : The second performance must be by a male entertainer.
Conditon 4 : The final performance must be by a male singer. (either Peer or Shaer)
We know that the final performance would be a male singer (condition 4) as well as singers and
dancers must alternate throughout the evening (condition 1). Moreover, the first performance must be
by a female entertainer (condition 2) and the second performance must be by a male entertainer
(condition 3). If Usha (who is a female dancer along with Queen) is to perform on seventh, the
performance arrangements would be accordingly:
1st performance : Female Dancer ( Queen)
2nd performance : Male Singer ( Peer or Shaer)
3rd performance : Dancer
4th performance : Singer
5th performance : Dancer
6th performance : Singer
7th performance : Female Dancer (Usha)
8th performance : Male singer ( Peer or Shaer)
Since the first performance must be by a female dancer, it has to be Queen because Usha is in seventh
(she was the only remaining female dancer other than Queen)

Therefore the correct answer is a. Queen

42. Solution : B. Shaer

There are eight entertainers:
Male singers: Peer, Shaer
Female singers: Rina, Vina
Male dancers: Tapu, Wahed
Female dancers: Queen, Usha

Here are the conditions for the performances:

Conditon 1 : Singers and dancers must alternate throughout the evening.
Conditon 2 : The first performance must be by a female entertainer.
Conditon 3 : The second performance must be by a male entertainer.
Conditon 4 : The final performance must be by a male singer. (either Peer or Shaer)

We know that the final performance would be a male singer (condition 4) as well as singers and
dancers must alternate throughout the evening (condition 1). Moreover, the first performance must be
by a female entertainer (condition 2) and the second performance must be by a male entertainer
(condition 3). If Peer (who is a male singer along with Shaer) is to perform on eight, the performance
arrangements would be accordingly:
1st performance : Female Dancer ( Queen or Usha)
2nd performance : Male Singer (Shaer)
3rd performance : Dancer
4th performance : Singer
5th performance : Dancer
6th performance : Singer
7th performance : Dancer
8th performance : Male singer ( Peer)
Since we already know that 8th performance is by a male singer, It would have be between Peer or
Shaer. But it has been confirmed in the question that Peer is in eighth, so accordingly the 2nd
performance has to be by the remaining male singer, which just happens to be Shaer.

Therefore, the correct answer is B. Shaer

43. Solution : D. fifth or seventh
There are eight entertainers:
Male singers: Peer, Shaer
Female singers: Rina, Vina
Male dancers: Tapu, Wahed
Female dancers: Queen, Usha
Here are the conditions for the performances:
Conditon 1 : Singers and dancers must alternate throughout the evening.
Conditon 2 : The first performance must be by a female entertainer.
Conditon 3 : The second performance must be by a male entertainer.
Conditon 4 : The final performance must be by a male singer. (either Peer or Shaer)
We know that the final performance would be a male singer (condition 4) as well as singers and
dancers must alternate throughout the evening (condition 1). Moreover, the first performance must be
by a female entertainer (condition 2) and the second performance must be by a male entertainer
(condition 3). If Tapu (who is a male dancer along with Wahed) is to perform on third, the
performance arrangements would be accordingly:
1st performance : Female Dancer ( Queen or Usha)
2nd performance : Male Singer ( Peer or Shaer)
3rd performance : Male Dancer (Tapu)
4th performance : Singer
5th performance : Dancer
6th performance : Singer
7th performance : Dancer
8th performance : Male singer (Shaer or Peer)
Therefore, we can see that only 5th or 7th spots are reserved for male dancers. So, if Wahed, who is a
male dancer performs, he has to perform on those days specifically.

Therefore, the correct answer is D. fifth or seventh

44. Solution : B. Rina

There are eight entertainers:

Male singers: Peer, Shaer
Female singers: Rina, Vina
Male dancers: Tapu, Wahed
Female dancers: Queen, Usha
Here are the conditions for the performances:
Conditon 1 : Singers and dancers must alternate throughout the evening.
Conditon 2 : The first performance must be by a female entertainer.
Conditon 3 : The second performance must be by a male entertainer.
Conditon 4 : The final performance must be by a male singer. (either Peer or Shaer)
We know that the final performance would be a male singer (condition 4) as well as singers and
dancers must alternate throughout the evening (condition 1). Moreover, the first performance must be
by a female entertainer (condition 2) and the second performance must be by a male entertainer
(condition 3). If Queen is to perform third, Vina fourth and Wahed fifth, the performance arrangements
would be accordingly:
1st performance : Female Dancer (Usha)
2nd performance : Male Singer ( Peer or Shaer)
3rd performance : Female Dancer (Queen)
4th performance : Female Singer (Vina)
5th performance : Male Dancer (Wahed)
6th performance : Singer
7th performance : Dancer
8th performance : Male singer (Shaer or Peer)
Since, we know that 6th performance spot is reserved for a singer, it has to be reserved for the only
remaining singer, who is Rina.

Therefore, the correct answer is B. Rina.

45. Solution : C. Usha

There are eight entertainers:
Male singers: Peer, Shaer
Female singers: Rina, Vina
Male dancers: Tapu, Wahed
Female dancers: Queen, Usha

Here are the conditions for the performances:

Conditon 1 : Singers and dancers must alternate throughout the evening.
Conditon 2 : The first performance must be by a female entertainer.
Conditon 3 : The second performance must be by a male entertainer.
Conditon 4 : The final performance must be by a male singer. (either Peer or Shaer)

We know that the final performance would be a male singer (condition 4) as well as singers and
dancers must alternate throughout the evening (condition 1). Moreover, the first performance must be
by a female entertainer (condition 2) and the second performance must be by a male entertainer
(condition 3). The performance arrangements would be accordingly:

1st performance : Female Dancer ( Queen or Usha )

2nd performance : Male Singer ( Peer or Shaer)
3rd performance : Dancer
4th performance : Singer
5th performance : Dancer
6th performance : Singer
7th performance : Dancer
8th performance : Male singer ( Peer or Shaer)

We know the female dancers are Queen and Usha and as we can see the first performance has to be
done by a female dancer. Therefore, it has to done by either Usha or Queen. Since, Queen isn’t in the
options, the correct answer is C. Usha
 Math Solution (46-75)
Problem 46:
The ratio of Kalam's salary to Bashir's salary is 3:2, and the ratio of Bashir's salary to Imran's salary is
3:1.
To find the ratio of Kalam's salary to Imran's salary, multiply the two ratios:
3 3 9
Ratio of Kalam to Imran= (2) × (1) = 2

Thus, the correct answer is C. 9:2.

Problem 47:
We have two inequalities: 2x−5<16 and 5x−7>26.
First, solve the first inequality:
2x−5<16
⟹ 2x<21
⟹ x<10.5

Now, solve the second inequality:

5x−7>26
⟹ 5x>33
⟹ x>6.6
Since x is an integer, the combined inequality becomes 7<x<10.
Thus,correct answer is D. 7 < x < 10.

Problem 48:
Let the two shorter sides of the triangle be x and x+1, and the perimeter is 13.
The third side is 13−x−(x+1)=12−2x.
For a valid triangle, the sum of any two sides must be greater than the third side. Therefore:
x+(x+1)>12−2x
Or, 2x+1>12−2x
⟹ 4x>11
⟹ x>2.75
Testing values, x=3 gives a third side of 7. Thus, the correct answer is C. 6.
Problem 49:
We know xy=156. The goal is to minimize x−y.
The factor pairs of 156 are: (1,156), (2,78), (3,52), (4,39), (6,26), (12,13).
The pair with the smallest difference is (12,13), which gives x−y=1.
Thus, the correct answer is A. 1.

Problem 50:
The average of two numbers is 2x+1.
If one of the numbers is x−2, then the other number yy satisfies:
(x−2+y)/2=2x+1
Multiplying both sides by 2:
x−2+y=4x+2
⟹ y=3x+4
Thus, the correct answer is C. 3x + 4.

Problem 51:
Given n>0, let's analyze the options:
B. n2−n>0. Factor: n(n−1)>0
This is true for n>1, so it is not always true for n>0.
D. (n2+1)/n>1 simplifies to n+1/n>1, which is always true for n>0.
Thus, the correct answer is D.

Problem 52:
Let the other number be y.
The arithmetic mean of 3x−8 and y is 5x, so:
(3x−8+y)/2=5x
⟹ 3x−8+y=10x
⟹ y=7x+8
The arithmetic mean of y and 3x is:
(7x+8+3x)/2=(10x+8)/2=5x+4 Thus, the correct answer is C. 5x + 4.
Problem 53:
Let n be the number of students. Then each student gets 120/n chocolates.
If there were 4 more students, each would get 120/n+4 chocolates, and:
(120/n)−{120/(n+4)}=1
or,{120(n+4)−120n}/n(n+4)=1
Or, 480/{n(n+4)=1
or, n(n+4)=480
Solving the quadratic equation n2+4n−480=0, we find n=20.
Thus, the correct answer is B. 20.

Problem 54:
Given a+b−c=d and a−b+c=e, adding the two equations:
2a=d+e
⟹ a=(d+e)/2
Thus, the correct answer is A. 0.5(d + e).

Problem 55:
Given XAC=130° and ADB=90°, we find ABD by noting that the sum of angles in a triangle is 180°:
∠XAC+∠ABD=180°
⟹ ∠ABD=50°
Since XB is parallel to YD, ∠ABD should be 180°−130°−50°=60°.
Thus, the correct answer is C. 65°.

Problem 56:
Given the operation x#y=(x−y)2, the value of [x#(x−y)]×[y#(y−x)] becomes:
Expression becomes:(x−(x−y))2×(y−(y−x))2=y2×(−y)2=y4
Thus, the correct answer is B. (x2−y2)2(x2−y2)2
Problem 57:
Let the quantities of the 20% solution and 50% solution be x and y, respectively. Then:
(20x+50y)/(x+y)=40
⟹20x+50y=40(x+y)
⟹ 20x+50y=40x+40y
⟹ 10y=20x
⟹ x/y=1/2
Thus, the correct answer is A. 1:2.

Problem 58:
Let the speed on the first day be v km/hr, then on the second day, it is v+5 km/hr.
The distances are equal, so: v×t1=(v+5)×(t1−3)
Given 7t=59,
solve for v=12 km/hr on the second day.
Thus, the correct answer is B. 12.

Problem 59:
The integer n gives a remainder of 4 when divided by 5. Check each option:
n/10 cannot be an integer because it involves dividing by a non-multiple of 10.
Thus, the correct answer is B. n/10.

Problem 60:
Let S be the selling price per kg.
Since 1/4 are rotten, 3/4 are sellable:
0.75×S=90
⟹ S=120
Thus, the correct answer is D. 120.
Problem 61:
Given n=3p+1 and p=5q+2,
substitute:n=3(5q+2)+1=15q+6+1=15q+7
The remainder is 22 when divided by 5.
Thus, the correct answer is C. 2.

Problem 62:
Given 4x−3y=24, solve for 2y−(8x/3):
y=(4x−24)/3
Substitute into the equation, which yields −16.
Thus, the correct answer is D. -16.

Problem 63:
The total patients treated after n hours is an arithmetic series with a first term of 4 and a common
difference of 4:
n2(4+4n)=84
⟹ 2n 2+2n−84=0
Solving for nn, n=6.
Thus, the correct answer is A. 6.

Problem 64:
In the given information, ∠ADC can be drawn in every possible way.
Therefore, ∠ADC does not have a fixed value.
Thus, the correct answer is E. cannot be determined.

Problem 65:
Let Anwar have 3x marbles and Babu x. After giving 6 marbles:
(3x−6)/(x+6)=5/3
Cross-multiply to find x=12, so Anwar originally had 36 marbles.
Thus, the correct answer is C. 36.
Problem 66:
Given x=y=z/3 and xyz=384,
substitute x=y and z=3x to solve:
x3=384/9 ⟹ x=3√(128/3)
The correct answer is E. none of these.

Problem 67:
Let the quantities of blue and yellow paints be b and y respectively.
Given, b:y=1:2, and the profit is Tk. 2000:
Cost: 110b+100y,
Selling price: 120(b+y)
The selling price for y=80 fits.
Thus the correct answer is B. 80.

Problem 68:
Given, x−y=7
and solving for each:
x+y=2y+7
x+y=15
satisfies y=4 and x=11.
Thus, the correct answer is A. 15.

Problem 69:
Given the operation a#b=4a2+4b2+8ab=144,
solving for x+y:
(x+y+6)2/4=144
The correct answer is C. Only iii.
Problem 70:
Let x be the smaller number, then:
y−x=0.6x
⟹ y=1.6x
So, the ratio is 8:5
Thus, the correct answer is C. 8:5.

Problem 71:
Given A2+1=B, substituting each value fits the sequence.
Thus, the correct answer is D. B = A2 + 1.

Problem 72:
Using work formula:
(10×24×15)/(8×36)=18
Thus, the correct answer is C. 18.

Problem 73:
The area is given, so:
(x−5)(x+5)=56
⟹ x2−25=56
⟹ x2=81
The side is 9, and the perimeter is 36.
Thus, the correct answer is A. 36.

Problem 74:
Let Z=z, then Y=4z and X=10z:
Z+Y+X=15z=1800
⟹ z=120
Thus, the correct answer is A. 120.
Problem 75:
Given AB=BC=CD
and ∠DCE=105°,
∠CAB=35°.
Thus, the correct answer is A. 35°.