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Let $f(x) = ax^2 + bx +c$, where $a$, $b$ and $c$ are certain constants and $a \neq 0$. It is known that $f(5) = -3 f(2) $ and that 3 is a root of $f(x)=0$. What is the value of $a+b+c$? 9 14 13 37 cannot be determined
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Direction for the below question: Mark (1) if Q can be answered form A alone but not from B alone. Mark (2) if Q can be answered form B alone but not from A alone. Mark (3) if Q can be answered form A alone as well as from B alone. Mark ( ... . Exactly one player received a bye in the entire tournament. B. One player received a bye while moving on to the fourth round from the third round
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Directions for below question: Five horses, Red, White, Grey, Black and Spotted participated in a race, As per the rules of the race, the persons betting on the winning horse get four times the betting amount and those betting on the horse that came in ... true? Spotted came in first Red finished last White came in second Black came in second There was one horse between Black and White
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CAT2008-37
Answer the following question based on the information given below. The bar chart shows the revenue received, in million US Dollars (USD), from subscribers to a particular Internet service. The data covers the period 2003-2007 for the Unites States (US) and Europe. The bar ... have been if it were computed using the percentage growth rate of 2007 (over 2006), is closest to: 50 80 20 10 0
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Answer the following question based on the information given below. The bar chart shows the revenue received, in million US Dollars (USD), from subscribers to a particular Internet service. The data covers the period 2003-2007 for the Unites States (US) and Europe. The bar ... change in growth rate of 2007 (over 2006) relative to the growth rate of 2005 (over 2004)? 17 20 35 60 100
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Answer the following question based on the information given below. The bar chart shows the revenue received, in million US Dollars (USD), from subscribers to a particular Internet service. The data covers the period 2003-2007 for the Unites States (US) and Europe. The bar chart ... What is the year in which the absolute value of this change is the highest? 03-04 05-06 06-07 08-09 09-10
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CAT2008-58
In the below question, a word has been used in sentences in five different ways. Choose the option corresponding to the sentence in which the usage of word is incorrect or inappropriate. File You will find the paper in the file under C. I need to file an ... were marching in a single file. File your nails before you apply nail polish. When the parade was on, a soldier broke the file.
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CAT2008-57
In the below question, a word has been used in sentences in five different ways. Choose the option corresponding to the sentence in which the usage of word is incorrect or inappropriate. Buckle After the long hike our knees were beginning to buckle. The horse ... . Sometimes, an earthquake can make a bridge buckle. People should learn to buckle up as soon as they get into a car.
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CAT2008-56
In the below question, a word has been used in sentences in five different ways. Choose the option corresponding to the sentence in which the usage of word is incorrect or inappropriate. Round The police fired a round of tear gas shells. The shop is located round ... the merry-go-round. The doctor is on a hospital round. I shall proceed further only after you come round to admitting it.
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CAT2008-62
In the question there are five sentences. Each sentence has a pair of words that are italicized and highlighted. From the italicized and highlighted words, select the most appropriate words (A or B) to form correct sentences. The sentences are followed by ... his early release. The hockey team could not deal with his unsociable(A)/unsocial(B) tendencies. BABBA BBABB BABAA ABBAB AABBA
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CAT2008-61
In the question there are five sentences. Each sentence has a pair of words that are italicized and highlighted. From the italicized and highlighted words, select the most appropriate words (A or B) to form correct sentences. The sentences are followed by options that ... as the train climbed the hill. They heard the bells peeling(A)/pealing(B) far and wide. BBABA BBABB BABAA ABBAB AABBA
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CAT2008-60
In the question there are five sentences. Each sentence has a pair of words that are italicized and highlighted. From the italicized and highlighted words, select the most appropriate words (A or B) to form correct sentences. The sentences are followed by options ... to a parliamentary board. His analysis of the situation is far too sanguine(A)/genuine(B). BBABA BBAAA BBBBA ABBAB BABAB
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CAT2008-66
In the following question there are sentences that form a paragraph. Identify the sentence(s) or part(s) of the sentence(s) that is/are correct in terms of grammar and usage (including spelling, punctuation and logical consistency). Then choose the most appropriate option. I did not know ... in the least. Although you did not make effort to meet me. A only A and B A and E D only A and D
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In the following question there are sentences that form a paragraph. Identify the sentence(s) or part(s) of the sentence(s) that is/are correct in terms of grammar and usage (including spelling, punctuation and logical consistency). Then choose the most appropriate option. Charges ... hundreds who are marooned. The death count have just begun. A only C only A & C A, C and D D only
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CAT2008-64
In the following questions there are sentences that form a paragraph. Identify the sentence(s) or part(s) of the sentence(s) that is/are correct in terms of grammar and usage (including spelling, punctuation and logical consistency). Then choose the most appropriate option. In response to ... to be a industry leader in employee relations. D & E D only A & E A & D B, C & E
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CAT2008-70
Each of the following questions has a paragraph from which the last sentence has been deleted. From the given options, choose the sentence that completes the paragraph in the most appropriate way. Given the cultural and intellectual interconnections, the question of what ... thoughts is often desirable. The origin of a thought is not the kind of thing to which purity' happens easily.
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CAT2008-69
Each of the following questions has a paragraph from which the last sentence has been deleted. From the given options, choose the sentence that completes the paragraph in the most appropriate way. Mattancherry is Indian Jewry's most famous settlement. Its pretty ... has always been only a facade and nothing more. The pretty pastel streets are, thus, very popular with the tourists.
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CAT2008-68
Each of the following questions has a paragraph from which the last sentence has been deleted. From the given options, choose the sentence that completes the paragraph in the most appropriate way. Trade protectionism, disguised as concern for the climate, ... quo are posing as a climate change champions. Today's climate change champions are the perpetrators of global economic inequity.
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The passage given below is followed by a set of questions. Choose the most appropriate answer to each question. A remarkable aspect of art of the present century is the range of concepts and ideologies which is embodies. It is almost tempting to ... ' insulated from the past biases. innovations' and original thinking' interpret and develop on past thoughts to suit contemporary needs.
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CAT2008-74
The passage given below is followed by a set of questions. Choose the most appropriate answer to each question. A remarkable aspect of art of the present century is the range of concepts and ideologies which is embodies. It is almost ... . the fast changing world of perceptual and transcendental understanding. the quick exchange of ideas and concepts enabled by efficient technology.
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CAT2008-73
The passage given below is followed by a set of questions. Choose the most appropriate answer to each question. A remarkable aspect of art of the present century is the range of concepts and ideologies which is embodies. It is ... collaborations between talented individuals. Both involve abstract thought and dissemination of ideas. Both reflect complex priorities of the modern world.
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CAT2008-72
The passage given below is followed by a set of questions. Choose the most appropriate answer to each question. A remarkable aspect of art of the present century is the range of concepts and ideologies which is embodies. It is almost tempting to see a ... of pre-historic life. an anology from the physical world to indicate the passing of an era associated with an art movement.
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CAT2008-80
The passage given below is followed by a set of questions. Choose the most appropriate answer to each question. To summarize the Classic Maya collapse, we can tentatively identify five strands. I acknowledge, however, that Maya archaeologists still ... excess population Increased warfare among Maya people. Climate change. Obsession of Maya population with their own short-term concerns.
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The passage given below is followed by a set of questions. Choose the most appropriate answer to each question. To summarize the Classic Maya collapse, we can tentatively identify five strands. I acknowledge, however, that Maya archaeologists still disagree ... best explains as to why the Maya civilization collapsed. At least five million people were crammed into a small area.
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The passage given below is followed by a set of questions. Choose the most appropriate answer to each question. To summarize the Classic Maya collapse, we can tentatively identify five strands. I acknowledge, however, that Maya archaeologists ... land suited for agriculture. it was followed by internecine warfare among Mayas. irreversible environmental degradation led to this drought
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The passage given below is followed by a set of questions. Choose the most appropriate answer to each question. To summarize the Classic Maya collapse, we can tentatively identify five strands. I acknowledge, however, that Maya archaeologists still disagree ... bracken ferns from overrunning the fields. a drought caused by actions of human beings. a drought caused by climate changes.
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CAT2008-85
The passage given below is followed by a set of questions. Choose the most appropriate answer to each question. Language is not a cultural artifact that we learn the we learn to tell time or how the federal government works. Instead, it is a distinct piece ... artifact as it is made out. Language is instinctive ability of human beings. Language is use of symbols unique to human beings.
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The passage given below is followed by a set of questions. Choose the most appropriate answer to each question. Language is not a cultural artifact that we learn the we learn to tell time or how the federal government works. Instead, it is a ... not amenable to teaching. children know language better than their teachers or parents. children are born with the knowledge of semiotics .
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The passage given below is followed by a set of questions. Choose the most appropriate answer to each question. Language is not a cultural artifact that we learn the we learn to tell time or how the federal government works. Instead, it is a distinct ... Ability to communicate information to other members of the species. Ability to use sound as means of communication. All of the above.
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The passage given below is followed by a set of questions. Choose the most appropriate answer to each question. Language is not a cultural artifact that we learn the we learn to tell time or how the federal government works. Instead, it is a distinct piece of ... the wall. Bees collecting nectar. A donkey carrying a load. A horse running a Derby A pet dog protecting its owner's property.
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The passage given below is followed by a set of questions. Choose the most appropriate answer to each question. When i was little, children were bought two kinds of ice cream, sold from those white wagons with canopies made of silvery metal ... . According to the author, the justification for refusal to let him eat two cones was plausibly didactic dietetic dialectic diatonic diastolic
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The passage given below is followed by a set of questions. Choose the most appropriate answer to each question. When i was little, children were bought two kinds of ice cream, sold from those white wagons with canopies made of silvery metal either the ... . Consumerism is amoral. The risks associated with immorality have gone up. The purist's view of morality is fast becoming popular.
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The passage given below is followed by a set of questions. Choose the most appropriate answer to each question. When i was little, children were bought two kinds of ice cream, sold from those white wagons with canopies made of silvery metal either the two- ... four cent cone because it made dietetic sense it suggested intemperance it was more fun it had a visual appeal he was a glutton
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The passage given below is followed by a set of questions. Choose the most appropriate answer to each question. When i was little, children were bought two kinds of ice cream, sold from those white wagons with canopies made of silvery metal either ... be Sybarites. In the passage, the phrase little parvenus refers to naughty midgets old hags arrogant people young upstarts foolish kids
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Direction for the question given below The figure below shows the plan of a town. The streets are at right angles to each other. A rectangular park (P) is situated inside the town with a diagonal road running through it. There is also a prohibited region (D) in ... C, via B, taking the shortest path, then the number of possible shortest paths that she can choose is 1170 630 792 1200 936
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Answer the following question based on the information given below. There are 100 employees in an organization across five departments. The following table gives the department-wise distribution of average age, average basic pay and allowances. The gross pay of an employee ... department, what will be the percentage change in average basic pay of HR department? 10.5% 12.5% 15% 30% 40%
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Answer the following question based on the information given below. There are 100 employees in an organization across five departments. The following table gives the department-wise distribution of average age, average basic pay and allowances. The gross pay of an employee is ... transfer of a 40-year old person with basic pay of Rs.8000 from the Marketing department? 9% 11% 13% 15% 17%
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Answer the following question based on the information given below. Abdul and Bikram and Chetan are three professional traders who trade in shares of a company XYZ Ltd. Abdul follows the strategy of buying at the opening of the day at 10 am and selling the whole lot ... 12 noon was lower than the opening price Share price was its highest at 10 am 11 am 12 noon 1 pm cannot be determined
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Answer the following question based on the information given below. Abdul and Bikram and Chetan are three professional traders who trade in shares of a company XYZ Ltd. Abdul follows the strategy of buying at the opening of the day at 10 am and selling the whole lot at the ... than the share price at 2 pm Share price at 1 pm was higher than the share price at 12 pm none of the above
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Answer the following question based on the information given below. Abdul and Bikram and Chetan are three professional traders who trade in shares of a company XYZ Ltd. Abdul follows the strategy of buying at the opening of the day at 10 am and selling the ... to the opening value. Which trader got the maximum return on that day? Bikram Chetan Abdul Bikram or Chetan cannot be determined
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