GIKI Common Admissions Test (GCAT) Sample

Paper for Management Sciences

Total Questions: 80 Time: 2 Hours

Instructions
• This paper contains 80 multiple-choice questions: 40 English (Questions 1–40)
and 40 Mathematics (Questions 41–80).
• Each question has 4 answer choices (A, B, C, D).
• English Section: No negative marking. Attempt all questions.
• Mathematics Section: Negative marking applies (-0.25 marks for each wrong
answer).
• Time: 120 minutes. Suggested split: 60 minutes for English, 60 minutes for
Mathematics.
• Calculators are allowed, but practice quick mental math for efficiency.
• Read questions carefully, especially in reading comprehension and word problems.

1. English Section (Questions 1–40, No Negative Marking)

1.1 Reading Comprehension (Questions 1–15)
Passage 1
The gig economy, characterized by short-term contracts and freelance work, has reshaped
the labor market. Workers enjoy flexibility, but lack job security and benefits like health
insurance. Companies benefit from reduced costs, but face challenges in maintaining
quality and loyalty. Policymakers struggle to balance worker protections with economic
innovation.
1. What is the primary characteristic of the gig economy?
A) Long-term employment B) Short-term contracts C) High job security D)
Fixed salaries
2. What is a benefit for workers in the gig economy?
A) Health insurance B) Flexibility C) Job security D) High wages
3. What challenge do companies face in the gig economy?
A) Increased costs B) Maintaining quality C) Strict regulations D) Excess
loyalty
4. The word “reshaped” in the passage is closest in meaning to:
A) Destroyed B) Transformed C) Stabilized D) Ignored
5. What dilemma do policymakers face?
A) Reducing company costs B) Eliminating freelance work C) Balancing pro-
tections and innovation D) Increasing worker benefits

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Passage 2
Urbanization drives economic growth but strains infrastructure. Cities attract talent
and investment, fostering innovation. However, overcrowding leads to traffic congestion,
pollution, and housing shortages. Sustainable urban planning, such as green spaces and
efficient transport, is critical to address these issues.
6. What is a positive impact of urbanization?
A) Reduced innovation B) Economic growth C) Less investment D) Traffic
reduction
7. What problem is caused by overcrowding?
A) Economic decline B) Traffic congestion C) Improved housing D) Reduced
pollution
8. The word “fostering” in the passage means:
A) Preventing B) Promoting C) Limiting D) Ignoring
9. What is a suggested solution for urbanization issues?
A) Reducing green spaces B) Sustainable urban planning C) Limiting transport
systems D) Decreasing investment
10. The passage implies that urbanization:
A) Only has negative effects B) Is easily manageable C) Has both benefits and
challenges D) Does not affect infrastructure
Passage 3
Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing industries, from healthcare to finance. AI
improves efficiency and decision-making but raises ethical concerns, such as bias in algo-
rithms and job displacement. Collaboration between technologists and policymakers is
essential to ensure AIs benefits outweigh its risks.
11. What is a benefit of AI mentioned in the passage?
A) Increased job displacement B) Improved efficiency C) Ethical concerns D)
Algorithm bias
12. What is an ethical concern related to AI?
A) Improved decision-making B) Bias in algorithms C) Industry revolution
D) Healthcare advancements
13. The word “revolutionizing” is closest in meaning to:
A) Stabilizing B) Disrupting C) Transforming D) Limiting
14. Who should collaborate to manage AIs risks?
A) Technologists and policymakers B) Healthcare and finance industries C) AI
algorithms and workers D) Ethical committees only
15. The passage suggests that AIs risks can be managed by:
A) Ignoring ethical concerns B) Reducing AI applications C) Ensuring benefits
outweigh risks D) Eliminating collaboration

1.2 Vocabulary (Questions 16–25)

Choose the word or phrase closest in meaning to the underlined word.

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 16. The managers prudent decision saved the company.
A) Reckless B) Cautious C) Hasty D) Irrelevant
17. The policy was stringent, causing delays.
A) Flexible B) Strict C) Vague D) Simple
18. Her eloquent speech captivated the audience.
A) Dull B) Expressive C) Brief D) Confusing
19. The company faced adverse market conditions.
A) Favorable B) Unfavorable C) Stable D) Predictable
20. His apathy towards the project was evident.
A) Enthusiasm B) Indifference C) Commitment D) Effort
21. The results were inconclusive, requiring more tests.
A) Definitive B) Uncertain C) Accurate D) Reliable
22. The teams cohesion improved performance.
A) Division B) Unity C) Conflict D) Isolation
23. The plan was feasible given the resources.
A) Impractical B) Possible C) Complex D) Unnecessary
24. His tenacity led to success.
A) Laziness B) Persistence C) Hesitation D) Weakness
25. The error was negligible and ignored.
A) Significant B) Minor C) Obvious D) Permanent

1.3 Sentence Completion (Questions 26–35)

Choose the word that best completes the sentence.
26. The CEOs vision was blank enough to inspire the team.
A) Vague B) Compelling C) Ordinary D) Complex
27. Despite setbacks, the company blank to achieve its goals.
A) Failed B) Managed C) Refused D) Avoided
28. The new strategy aims to blank customer satisfaction.
A) Reduce B) Boost C) Ignore D) Limit
29. His blank behavior alienated his colleagues.
A) Cooperative B) Arrogant C) Supportive D) Humble
30. The projects success was blank to teamwork.
A) Irrelevant B) Attributed C) Opposed D) Denied
31. The report was so blank that it confused readers.
A) Clear B) Ambiguous C) Concise D) Detailed
32. She handled the crisis with remarkable blank.
A) Panic B) Composure C) Delay D) Neglect
33. The companys blank growth impressed investors.
A) Stagnant B) Steady C) Declining D) Unpredictable

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 34. His blank approach ensured no mistakes.
A) Careless B) Meticulous C) Hasty D) Brief
35. The decision was blank by the board.
A) Endorsed B) Rejected C) Ignored D) Delayed

1.4 Grammar and Usage (Questions 36–40)

Choose the correct option to complete or correct the sentence.
36. Neither the manager nor the employees blank happy with the decision.
A) Was B) Were C) Is D) Are
37. She blank to the meeting if she had been informed.
A) Will come B) Would come C) Would have come D) Comes
38. The report, blank was submitted late, contained errors.
A) That B) Which C) Who D) Whom
39. He is blank person I have ever met.
A) Most honest B) The most honest C) More honest D) Honest
40. The team worked blank to meet the deadline.
A) Efficient B) Efficiency C) Efficiently D) Efficiencies

2. Mathematics Section (Questions 41–80, Negative Marking:

-0.25)
2.1 Arithmetic (Questions 41–55)
1. A laptop costs PKR 50,000 with a 15% discount. What is the sale price?
A) PKR 42,500 B) PKR 45,000 C) PKR 40,000 D) PKR 47,500
2. A companys profit rose from PKR 200,000 to PKR 250,000. What is the percentage
increase?
A) 20% B) 25% C) 30% D) 15%
3. If 4 workers complete a task in 10 days, how long will 8 workers take?
A) 5 days B) 6 days C) 4 days D) 8 days
4. A shop sells 3 items for PKR 900. What is the cost of 7 items?
A) PKR 2,100 B) PKR 1,800 C) PKR 2,000 D) PKR 2,300
5. If 25% of a number is 50, what is the number?
A) 100 B) 150 C) 200 D) 250
6. A car travels 300 km on 25 liters of fuel. How many liters are needed for 600 km?
A) 50 liters B) 45 liters C) 55 liters D) 40 liters
7. A store offers a 20% discount and then adds 10% tax. If the original price is PKR
1,000, what is the final price?
A) PKR 880 B) PKR 900 C) PKR 860 D) PKR 880
8. If a book costs PKR 400 and its price increases by 12%, what is the new price?
A) PKR 448 B) PKR 450 C) PKR 460 D) PKR 440

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 9. A machine produces 120 units in 8 hours. How many units will it produce in 12
hours?
A) 160 B) 180 C) 200 D) 140
10. If 60% of a class of 50 students passed an exam, how many failed?
A) 20 B) 25 C) 30 D) 15
11. A meal costs PKR 1,200 for 5 people. How much would it cost for 8 people?
A) PKR 1,920 B) PKR 1,800 C) PKR 2,000 D) PKR 1,600
12. If a sum of PKR 10,000 earns 5% simple interest per year, what is the interest after
2 years?
A) PKR 1,000 B) PKR 1,200 C) PKR 800 D) PKR 1,500
13. A tank holds 500 liters and loses 20% due to a leak. How much is left?
A) 400 liters B) 450 liters C) 420 liters D) 380 liters
14. If 2 kg of apples cost PKR 300, what is the cost of 5 kg?
A) PKR 750 B) PKR 700 C) PKR 800 D) PKR 600
15. A project takes 15 days with 6 workers. How many workers are needed to complete
it in 10 days?
A) 9 B) 8 C) 10 D) 7

2.2 Algebra (Questions 56–70)

16. Solve for x: 3x + 7 = 22
A) 5 B) 6 C) 4 D) 7
17. If 4x − 5 = 2x + 3, what is x?
A) 4 B) 3 C) 5 D) 2
18. Solve: 2(x + 3) = 14
A) 4 B) 5 C) 6 D) 7
19. If y = 3x − 2 and y = 10, what is x?
A) 4 B) 3 C) 5 D) 6
20. Solve for x: x2 − 9 = 0
A) x = 3 only B) x = −3 only C) x = ±3 D) x = 9
21. If 5x + 2 = 3x + 10, what is x?
A) 3 B) 4 C) 5 D) 2
22. Solve: 7 − 2x = 1
A) 3 B) 4 C) 2 D) 5
23. If x/3 + 4 = 7, what is x?
A) 6 B) 9 C) 3 D) 12
24. Solve: 4(x − 1) = 2x + 6
A) 5 B) 4 C) 3 D) 6
25. If 2x2 = 8, what is x?
A) ±2 B) ±4 C) 2 only D) 4 only

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 26. Solve for x: 3x + 5 = 2(x + 4)
A) 3 B) 4 C) 2 D) 5
27. If x + y = 10 and x − y = 4, what is x?
A) 7 B) 6 C) 8 D) 5
28. Solve: x/2 − 3 = 1
A) 8 B) 6 C) 4 D) 2
29. If 2x + 3y = 12 and x = 3, what is y?
A) 2 B) 3 C) 4 D) 1
30. Solve: (x + 2)(x − 2) = 0
A) x = 2 only B) x = −2 only C) x = ±2 D) x = 4

2.3 Problem-Solving (Questions 71–80)

31. A car travels 400 km in 5 hours. What is its average speed?
A) 80 km/h B) 70 km/h C) 90 km/h D) 60 km/h
32. A box contains 6 red and 4 blue balls. What is the probability of picking a blue
ball?
A) 2/5 B) 3/5 C) 1/2 D) 4/5
33. A shop offers a 15% discount on a PKR 2,000 item and adds 8% tax. What is the
final price?
A) PKR 1,836 B) PKR 1,850 C) PKR 1,820 D) PKR 1,900
34. A train leaves at 8:00 AM at 50 km/h. When will it reach a station 250 km away?
A) 1:00 PM B) 12:00 PM C) 2:00 PM D) 11:00 AM
35. A profit of PKR 12,000 is divided in the ratio 3:2:1. What is the largest share?
A) PKR 6,000 B) PKR 4,000 C) PKR 8,000 D) PKR 2,000
36. If a rectangles length is 12 cm and its area is 60 cm2 , what is its width?
A) 5 cm B) 6 cm C) 4 cm D) 7 cm
37. A companys revenue is PKR 80,000, with 40% spent on salaries. How much is spent
on salaries?
A) PKR 32,000 B) PKR 30,000 C) PKR 35,000 D) PKR 28,000
38. If a clock shows 3:00 PM and gains 10 minutes every hour, what time will it show
after 3 hours?
A) 6:30 PM B) 6:00 PM C) 6:20 PM D) 6:10 PM
39. A tank fills in 6 hours with one pipe. How long will it take with two identical pipes?
A) 3 hours B) 4 hours C) 2 hours D) 5 hours
40. If a sum doubles in 5 years at simple interest, what is the annual interest rate?
A) 20% B) 15% C) 25% D) 10%