All the numbers in the provided sequence (3, 5, 11, 17, 21) are odd numbers, whereas 14 is the only even number.
82. What is the next term of the sequence 1, 4, 9, 16, 25,………..?
(A) 35
(B) 36
(C) 51
(D) 40
Answer:
(B) 36
Explanation:
This is a sequence of perfect squares: 1², 2², 3², 4², 5². The next term is 6² = 36.
83. Complete the series ACEG, BDFH…
(A) EFGH
(B) CFHA
(C) DFHG
(D) CEGI
Answer:
(D) CEGI
Explanation:
ACEG are alternate letters starting from A (1, 3, 5, 7). BDFH are alternate letters starting from B (2, 4, 6, 8). Following this pattern, the next set starts from C: C, E, G, I (3, 5, 7, 9).
84. Find out the capital required to earn a monthly interest of Rs. 500 at 6% simple interest.
(A) Rs. 1 lakh
(B) Rs. 1.2 lakhs
(C) Rs. 1.1 lakhs
(D) Rs. 1.3 lakhs
Answer:
(A) Rs. 1 lakh
Explanation:
Monthly interest = Rs 500, so Annual Interest = Rs 6000. Simple Interest = (P * R * T)/100 => 6000 = (P * 6 * 1) / 100, which solves to P = 1,00,000.
85. Rahul obtained following marks in five subjects…….70, 50, 88, 52 and 60. Find the average mark
(A) 66
(B) 64
(C) 88
(D) 70
Answer:
(B) 64
Explanation:
Sum of marks = 70 + 50 + 88 + 52 + 60 = 320. Average = 320 / 5 = 64.