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The document presents a collection of reports and case studies related to the smartphone industry, focusing on market rankings and consumer satisfaction. It discusses Apple's rise to the top of the US mobile phone market, the skepticism surrounding Samsung's sales figures, and a customer satisfaction survey that ranked the iPhone 5 fifth. Additionally, it includes various caselets and questions aimed at evaluating decision-making skills in business scenarios.

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Questions
Instructions
Please read the three reports (newspaper articles) on ranking of different players and products in smart phones
industry and answer the questions that follow.

Report 1: (Feb, 2013)

Apple nabs crown as current top US mobile phone vendor

Apple’s reign may not be long, as Samsung is poised to overtake Apple in April, 2013. For the first time since
Apple entered the mobile phone market in 2007, it has been ranked the top mobile phone vendor in the US. For
the latter quarter of 2012, sales of its iPhone accounted for 34 percent of all mobile phone sales in the US -
including feature phones - according to the latest data from Strategy Analytics.

While the iPhone has consistently been ranked the top smartphone sold in the US, market research firm NPD
noted that feature phone sales have fallen off a cliff recently, to the point where 8 out of every 10 mobile
phones sold in the US are now smartphones. That ratio is up considerably from the end of 2011, when
smartphones had just cracked the 50 percent mark. Given this fact it’s no surprise that Apple, which only sells
smartphones, has been able to reach the top of the overall mobile phone market domestically. For the fourth
quarter of 2012, Apple ranked number one with 34 percent of the US mobile market, up from 25.6 percent year
over year. Samsung grew similarly, up to 32.3 percent from 26.9 percent - but not enough to keep from slipping
to second place. LG dropped to 9 percent from 13.7 percent, holding its third place spot. It should be noted that
Samsung and LG both sell a variety of feature phones in addition to smartphones. Looking only at
smartphones, the ranking is a little different according to NPD. Apple holds the top spot with 39 percent of the
US smartphone market, while Samsung again sits at number two with 30 percent. Motorola manages to rank
third with 7 percent, while HTC dropped to fourth with 6 percent. In the US smartphone market, LG is fifth with 6
percent. Note how the percentages aren’t all that different from overall mobile phone market share - for all
intents and purposes, the smartphone market is the mobile phone market in the US going forward. Still,
Samsung was the top mobile phone vendor overall for 2012, and Strategy Analytics expects Samsung to be
back on top soon. “Samsung had been the number one mobile phone vendor in the US since 2008, and it will
surely be keen to recapture that title in 2013 by launching improved new models such as the rumored Galaxy
S4”. And while Apple is the top vendor overall among smartphones, its iOS platform is still second to the
Android platform overall. Samsung is the largest vendor selling Android-based smartphones, but Motorola, HTC,
LG, and others also sell Android devices, giving the platform a clear advantage over iOS both domestically and
globally.

Report 2: Reader’s Response (2013, Feb)

I don’t actually believe the numbers for Samsung. Ever since the debacle in early 2011, when Lenovo called into
question the numbers Samsung was touting for tablet shipments, stating that Samsung had only sold 20,000 of
the 1.5 million tablets they shipped into the US the last quarter of 2010, Samsung (who had no response to
Lenovo) has refused to supply quarterly sales numbers for smartphones or tablets. That’s an indication that
their sales aren’t what analysts are saying. We can look to several things to help understand why. In the lawsuit
between Apple and Samsung here last year, both were required to supply real sales numbers for devices under
contention. The phones listed turned out to have sales between one third and one half of what had been
guessed by IDC and others. Tablet sales were even worse. Of the 1.5 million tablets supposedly shipped to the
US during that time, only 38,000 were sold. Then we have the usage numbers. Samsung tablets have only a
1.5% usage rate, where the iPad has over 90%. Not as much a difference with the phones but it’s still
overwhelmingly in favor of iPhone. The problem is that with Apple’s sales, we have actual numbers to go by. The
companies who estimate can calibrate what they do after those numbers come out. But with Samsung and
many others, they can’t ever calibrate their methods, as there are no confirming numbers released from the
firms. A few quarters ago, as a result, we saw iSupply estimate Samsung’s smartphone sales for the quarter at
32 million, with estimates from others all over the place up to 50 million. Each time some other company

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reported a higher number for that same quarter, the press dutifully used that higher number as THE ONE. But
none of them was the one. Without accurate self-reporting of actual sales to the end users, none of these
market share charts are worth a damn!

Report 3: Contradictory survey (Feb, 2013)

iPhone5 Ranks Fifth In U.S. Customer Satisfaction Survey inShare. The iPhone5 ranks fifth in customer
satisfaction according to the results of a recent survey from OnDevice Research, a mobile device research
group. In the poll, they asked 320,000 smartphone and tablet users from six different countries, how satisfied
they were with their devices. According to 93,825 people from the US, Motorola Atrix HD is the most satisfying
and Motorola’s Droid Razr took second spot. HTC Corp (TPE : 2498)’s Rezound 4G and Samsung Galaxy Note 2
took third and fourth spots, while Apple’s iPhone5 landed in fifth spot. It appears that Apple may be lagging in
consumer interest. OnDevice Research, Sarah Quinn explained, “Although Apple created one of the most
revolutionary devices of the past decade, other manufactures have caught up, with some Android powered
devices now commanding higher levels of user satisfaction.” Despite the lower rankings, things aren’t looking
too bad for Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) elsewhere. In the United Kingdom, they ranked second place, right after
HTC One X. Interesting enough, Apple did take top spot for overall satisfaction of mobile device, whereas
Google Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOG) ranked second. Motorola Mobility Holdings Inc. (NYSE:NOK) took third, fourth,
and fifth places respectively, while Sony Ericsson trailed behind at sixth place. The survey sampled mobile
device users in the following countries: United States, United Kingdom, France, Germany, Japan, and Indonesia.
Although OnDevice didn’t share the full list of devices mentioned in the survey, it does show some insight to
what customers want. Unfortunately, there were still many questions regarding the survey that were left
unanswered. Everyone wants to know why Google Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOG) was on the list when they are not an
actual smartphone maker and why was Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. (LON:BC94) on the bottom of the
satisfaction list when the brand is leading elsewhere.

Source: 92.825 US mobile users, July 2012 - January 2013

Fortunately, those questions were answered by OnDevice Research’s representative. He explained that the
survey was conducted on mobile web where the survey software could detect the taker’s device and since
user’s rate their satisfaction levels on a 1 to 10 scale, thanks to the Nexus device, Google was included.
Question 1
Which of the following is more likely to be a correct conclusion about the respondent/reader in report2?

A The reader is an Apple user.

B If the reader is an Apple user, his usage rate is higher.

C The reader is a frequent user of HTC One.

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D The reader does not like Android platform.

E The reader wants more objective data to be released by the companies.

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Instructions
Answer the questions on the basis of the information given in the following case.
Dev Anand, CEO of a construction company, recently escaped a potentially fatal accident. Dev had failed to
notice a red light while driving his car and attending to his phone calls. His well-wishers advised him to get
a suitable replacement for the previous driver Ram Singh, who had resigned three months back. Ram Singh was
not just a driver, but also a trusted lieutenant for Dev Anand for the last five years. Ram
used to interact with other drivers and gathered critical information that helped Dev in successfully bidding for
different contracts. His inputs also helped Dev to identify some dishonest employees, and to
retain crucial employees who were considering attractive offers from his competitors. Some of the senior
employees did not like the informal influence of Ram and made it difficult for him to continue in the
firm. Dev provided him an alternative job with one of his relatives. During the last three months Dev has
considered different candidates for the post. The backgrounds of the candidates are given in the table below.

A Chethan

B Chintan

C Bal Singh

D Mani

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E Sunder

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Instructions
Analyse the following caselet and answer the question that follow:

Nicky, Manoj and Benita are graduates from a top ranked B-school. They joined ABC corporation a year ago.
ABC is known for its performance oriented culture. This is the first time the organization recruited from a top
ranked B-school. They are part of a five member team with two others from lower ranked B-schools. Nicky,
Manoj and Benita draw 40 percent higher salaries than other team members. This team reports to Amelia
Ganeshmurthi, a senior Executive.
Question 3
Nicky’s performance on the job is disappointing though she is considered a very helpful person outside the
workplace helping her teammates and others in the organization with their personal needs e.g. finding a place
to rent, a good place to get homely food etc. On the other hand, Manoj and Benita are performing well in their
respective jobs and are perceived by their teammates as important to the team. But they are not interested in
helping outside the workplace. Amelia has to decide the future of the trio. She has the following options:
1. Inform the higher authorities about Nicky’s poor performance and ask them to take a call.
2. Send Nicky for a one month training earmarked for top performing employees.
3. Serve Nicky an ultimatum to improve within the next six months or get fired.
4. Even though they performed well, give Manoj and Benita average ratings because of their disinterest in
helping outside workplace.
5. Give Manoj and Benita high ratings based on their performance.

Which of the following combination of above options will be the MOST APPROPRIATE?

A 1 and 5

B 2 and 4

C 2 and 5

D 3 and 4

E 3 and 5

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Instructions
Read the following case - let and answer the question that follow

Krishna Reddy was the head of a pharmaceutical company that was trying to develop a new product. Reddy,
along with his friend Prabhakar Rao, assessed that such products had mixed success. Reddy and Rao realized
that if a new product (a drug) was a success, it may result in sales of 100 crores but if it is unsuccessful, the
sales may be only 20 crores. They further assessed that a new drug was likely to be successful 50% of times.
Cost of launching the new drug was likely to be 50 crores.

Question 4
How much profit can the company expect to earn if it launches the new drug(suppose there are no additional
costs)?

A 12 crores

B 10 crores

C 10.5 crores

D 11 crores

E 11.5 crores

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Instructions
Answer questions based on information that is provided.
Question 5
Read the following newspaper report: In a new study by Harvard School of Public Health (HSPH), researchers
explored how caffeine can serve as a “mild anti - depressant”. They concluded that “drinking
several cups of coffee daily appears to reduce the risk of suicide”. Data pulled in from three large studies in the
US showed that the suicide risk of those who drank two to four cups of caffeinated coffee a day was
about half of those who drank decaffeinated coffee or very little or no coffee. In the studies, a respondent’s
caffeine consumption was assessed every four years through a questionnaire. The respondents were all adults,
and the study was published online. The authors, however, cautioned the public from increasing coffee intake
as it could result in “unpleasant side effects”. “Overall, our results suggest that there is
little further benefit for consumption above two to three cups/day or 400 mg of caffeine/day,” wrote the
researchers. The authors observed that there` was no major difference in suicide risk for adults who drank two
to three cups a day from those who drank four cups or more.
Which of the following shaped graph would best capture the above paragraph(x - axis represents “coffee intake”
and “Y - axis represents “suicidal tendency”)?

A A straight line

B Saw tooth curve

C S shaped curve

D U shaped curve

E L shaped curve

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Instructions
Read the following caselet and choose the best alternative:

Head of a nation in the Nordic region was struggling with the slowing economy on one hand and restless
citizens on the other. In addition, his opponents were doing everything possible to discredit his government. As
a famous saying goes, "There is no smoke without a fire", it cannot be said that the incumbent government was
doing all the right things. There were reports of acts of omission and commission coming out every other day.

Distribution of public resources for private businesses and for private consumption had created a lot of
problems for the government. It was being alleged that the government has given the right to exploit these
public resources at throw-away prices to some private companies. Some of the citizens were questioning the
government policies in the Supreme Court of the country as well as in the media. In the midst of all this, the
head of the nation called his cabinet colleagues for a meeting on the recent happenings in the country.

He asked his minister of water resources about the bidding process for allocation of rights to setup mini-hydel
power plants. To this, the minister replied that his ministry had followed the laid out policies of the government.
Water resources were allocated to those private companies that bid the highest and were technically
competent. The minister continued that later on some new companies had shown interest and they were
allowed to enter the sector as per the guidelines of the Government. This, the minister added, would facilitate
proper utilization of water resources and provide better services to the citizens. The new companies were
allocated the rights at the price set by the highest bidders in the previous round of bidding. After hearing this,
the head of the nation replied that one would expect the later allocations to be done after a fresh round of
bidding. The minister of water resources replied that his ministry had taken permissions from the concerned
ministries before allocating the resources to the new companies.
Question 6
Media reports suggested that the minister of water resources had deliberately allocated the water resources at
old prices to the new companies, and in return some received kickbacks. However, the minister denied these
charges. His counter argument was that he followed the stated policies of the Government and it is very difficult
to price a scarce resource. He also said that the loss that the media is talking about is notional and in reality the
Government and the citizens have gained by the entry of new players. Which of the following is the most
appropriate inference?

A If benefit to the citizens is higher than notional losses then it is not unethical.

B If benefit to the citizens is lower than notional losses then it is unethical.

C If benefit to the citizens is higher than actual losses then it is not unethical.

D If benefit to the citizens is lower than actual losses then it is unethical.

E All of the above A, B, C and D are inappropriate.

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Question 7

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Subsequently, the minister questioned the role of the media in the whole affair. He said that the media cannot
act like a reporter, prosecutor and judge at the same time. Mr. Swamy, an independent observer, was asked
about appropriateness of the minister's opinion. What should be Mr. Swamy's reply?
A Media has been rightly accused by the minister.

B Minister's statement may be factually incorrect.

C Media has rightly accused the minister.

D Media has wrongly accused the minister.

E None of above

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Instructions
Analyse the following caselet and answer the question that follow:

1. These customers are from the top 20% of the income bracket of the city.
2. These customers frequently purchase from other sweetshops at market prices.
3. None of them recognises and greets Purushottam at the shop or at anywhere else.
4. None of them was present at Pramod’s marriage.
5. These customers actually buy sweets at Puru and sons for others not part of the core and loyal customer
group.

Which of the following combination of the above will MOST LIKELY convince Purushottam to charge market
price to all?

A 1 and 2

B 2 and 4

C 2 and 5

D 3 and 4

E 4 and 5

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Instructions
Read the following scenario and answer the three questions that follow.

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Ashraf has been working at a cybersecurity company called NuTech Pvt. Ltd. for seven years. Having missed a
promotion in the previous appraisal cycle, Ashraf is anxious about it in the upcoming cycle. Ashraf is aware that
the HR head is meeting the top management to discuss promotions sometime soon. (At NuTech, the HR head
recommends names for promotions to the top management based on inputs from the functional teams.)
On a Friday afternoon, Ashraf receives an email from Sridevi, the HR head. It reads, “Hi, I need an urgent favour
from you; please respond if you are free.” It was the first time that Sridevi ever contacted him. Surprised, Ashraf
immediately replies back saying, “Sure! How can I help you, Sridevi? Regards, Ashraf.” In a couple of minutes, he
receives a reply: “Ashraf, I am in the middle of an important meeting, but have to urgently send gift vouchers
worth ₹50,000 to one of our important clients. If you could, please purchase and send the gift vouchers to the
email address given below, at the earliest.” Ashraf , without any delay, sends gift vouchers worth ₹50,000 to the
given email address.
Question 9
Sridevi begins to doubt Ashraf’s competencies, given the way he handled the phishing emails. Thus, she
convenes a meeting with the senior leadership to discuss Ashraf’s role in the company.
In the meeting, she shares the following observations:
1. Ashraf is poor at verbal communication, which is critical at subsequent levels.
2. Ashraf should have been perceptive, even though the company’s email filter failed him.
3. Ashraf joined the email filter team one month prior to his receiving the phishing emails.
4. Ashraf rushed to act on Sridevi’s request despite his busy schedule.
5. Ashraf appears to be highly anxious to get promoted.
Which of the above observations, in a combination, if true, shall BEST go against Ashraf’s chances of getting
promoted?

A 1, 2, 5

B 2, 3, 4

C 1, 2, 3

D 1, 3, 5

E 2, 3, 5

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Sandeep shared the news of the admission offer first with Kesar, who exhibited mixed feelings. He was happy
for Sandeep’s admission to the National Law School; nevertheless, he was concerned about their father’s
reaction. Moreover, Saradeep had an anxiety attack a few months back and was working from their family
mansion in Shimla. Kesar advised Sandeep to delay sharing his selection news with their father.
Which of the following, if true, will BEST enable Sandeep share the news with Saradeep without delay?
A Since childhood, Sandeep, before going to bed, usually shared all happenings of the day with Saradeep.

B Kesar had always been paranoid about his family ever since the untimely demise of his mother.

Saradeep did not talk to Sandeep for weeks, because he did not get the news of Sandeep’s bike accident
C
immediately from him.

D Even after the anxiety attack, Saradeep walked four kilometres daily.

E Saradeep regarded Law as a respectable profession.

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Question 11
Saradeep requested Kesar to decide on the head of a new manufacturing plant. The plant and its culture had to
be moulded in the same way as their other plants. Kesar wanted to identify a candidate, acceptable to
Saradeep.
Which of the following candidates is the BEST choice for the position?

Taapsi, who headed another plant which was two hours away from the new plant, could be requested to
A
take the additional charge.

Dhanush, the most technically qualified employee, who joined the organisation three years back, straight
B
from college.

C Sandeep who had about ten months left to join the National Law School.

D Suhasini, an MBA graduate and Kesar’s wife, who had been a homemaker for fifteen years.

Surendra, the deputy head of their largest plant, who had been with them for thirty years, and would retire
E
in seven years.

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A Clients do not appreciate strategic discussions with fresh recruits.

B Himaja’s teammates are not happy with her communication skills.

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C Himaja needs to improve her presentation skills.

D Clients do not take young women seriously during discussions.

E Himaja leaves early and client meetings go late into the night.

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Instructions
Read the following scenario and answer the three questions that follow.
Amish is the marketing head of an e-commerce firm named FillInCart (FICT). Recently, FICT signed a contract
with a top celebrity to endorse their firm. A few months later, the celebrity was signed as the ambassador to
promote tourism in a small country, Wadiya, ruled by a dictator. The dictator, in his zeal to bring peace to the
region, brutally supressed an armed uprising in Wadiya. He is currently facing sanctions, imposed by a few
countries. When the news of the celebrity’s association with Wadiya becomes public, calls for boycott of FICT
start trending on social media.
Question 13
TRACT, a major travel and hospitality conglomerate, operates globally with a significant presence in Wadiya.
Ever since the celebrity has signed the contract with Wadiya Tourism, the number of international tourists in
Wadiya has increased manyfold. Companies like TRACT have a great hope towards the future of tourism in
Wadiya. Consequently, TRACT is looking forward to increase its investments in Wadiya. However, TRACT is
concerned about the social media backlash against the celebrity. TRACT fears that the celebrity may terminate
his contract with Wadiya Tourism.
Which of the following data, available in the public domain, will BEST assure TRACT that the celebrity will
continue his association with the tourism sector of Wadiya?

A A week back, the celebrity released videos of the interiors of Wadiya where the poor need help.

Last fortnight, the celebrity declared in the social media that upliftment of the poor is his biggest goal in
B
the coming decade.

C Recently, the celebrity pledged 5% of his annual income towards global poverty alleviation.

A week back, the celebrity signed on as the goodwill ambassador of the kingdom of Dubiya, where,
D
recently, the king ferociously crushed insurgency.

E Last week, the celebrity announced that any backlash against him is a support for terrorism.

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These days majority of the employers deploy large number of contract labourers in their production processes.
In an open economy survival of an organization depends on its competitiveness. In order to become
competitive, an organization must be able to reduce cost and have flexibility in employment of resources.
Engaging workers through contractors (contract labourer) reduces the overall labour cost by almost 50%. Indian
labour legislations make reduction of regular workers almost impossible, but organisations can overcome this
limitation by employing contract labourers. Contract labourers neither get the same benefit as regular
employees nor do they have any job security. According to various recent surveys, government owned public
sector units and other departments are the biggest employers of contract labourers in the country. Contractors,
as middle - men, often exploit the contract labourers, and these government organizations have failed to stop
the exploitation.
Over time CTM started engaging a large number of contract labourers. At present, more than 35% of CM’s
workers (total 5,000 in number) are contract labourers. CMMS leadership was wary about the slow erosion of
its support base as regular workers slowly got replaced by contract workers and feared the day when regular
workers would become a minority in the mill. So far, CMMS has refused to take contract labourers as members.
Recently, based on rumours, CTM management started to investigate the alleged exploitation of contract
labourers by certain contractors. Some contractors felt that such investigations may expose them and reduce
their profit margin. They instigated contract labourers to demand for better wages. Some of the contract
labourers engaged in material handling and cleaning work started provoking CTM management by adopting
violent tactics.
Today’s news - paper reports that police and CTM security guards fired two or three rounds in air to quell the
mob. The trouble started while a security guard allegedly slapped one of the contract labourers following a
heated argument. Angry labourers set fire to several vehicles parked inside the premises, and to the police
jeeps.
Question 14
In the current context, which among the following represent the most suitable reaction from CMMS leadership?

Distance CMMS from the episode and explain that CMMS is not involved in the fiasco through a press
A
conference.

Offer membership to contract labourers, which would put the contract worker at par with the regular
B
workers in CMMS.

Do not offer membership to contract labourers, but represent their interests during negotitation in order
C
to prevent the formation of another union in CTM.

D Start another union exclusively for contract labourers of CTM.

Adopt a neutral stand in public, and pass on information related to problem creators to the CTM
E
management.

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Instructions
For the following questions answer them individually
Question 15
Some environmentalists tired of waiting for ‘green economics’ to catch up with the society at large, have
adopted their own strategies for tipping the financial calculation in favour of the land. In the forest surrounding
Vancouver, where trees are being felled for paper to print philosophy books (well, maybe one or two, but it’s
worth it), groups have used metal spikes hidden in trees to prevent the chainsaws from operating safely,
pushing up the price of harvesting the trees. In Phoenix, Arizona, where mountain nature reserves have been
encroached on by new houses, hooded vigilantes have burnt down the new residences .The arsonists,
according to the local paper, pray before they burn down a house that no one will get hurt, thinking primarily of
the fire-fighters - the new houses are burned while still empty. ‘We don’t pray for ourselves not to get caught -

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that’s God’s will.’ one is quoted as saying.

As per the activists, all aforementioned activities seem clearly very principled. But is it ethical?
A Yes, arsonists are right.

B No, they have no justification for damaging other people’s Property.

C No, as it is not taken up in a peaceful manner.

D No, as the activities are not carried out in a legal manner.

E Stop thinking about ethics altogether as ethical issues are difficult to resolve.

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Instructions
Answer the following questions on the basis of information given in the following situation.
Satyender heads a branch of a Micro-Finance company. The company provides small-size loans catering to
rural households. As the head of the branch, he supervises three collection officers - Palani, Sayed, and Godwin.
Palani was recently transferred by the company from another branch.
Question 16
Sayed feared Palani's transfer may pull down the performance of the branch, as he felt Palani was transferred
due to his poor performance in the previous branch.
Which of the following information will most likely assuage Sayed's fear?

A In the past 12 years as the head of branch, Satyender has exceeded targets every time.

Palani has been a top performer in the organization; his performance has deteriorated only in the last
B
three years.

The branch's performance has been good for the past 10 years; Sayed has joined the organization 3
C
years back.

When Sayed joined as a fresher in this branch, others in the branch had feared that he might bring down
D
the performance of the branch.

While calculating the branch's performance, the branch head has the choice to exclude new joinee's
E
performance.

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For the post of Consultant Professor in the Trust, two internal candidates, Mr. Rana and Mr. Charan were
interviewed. Mr. Charan was selected as he was considered to be academically gifted with impressive
leadership skills, even though he had less experience than the other. Three days later, Mr. Rana came to your
office complaining that the selection was unfair as he had more experience than Mr. Charan.
Which of the following is the best way to handle the issue raised by Rana?
Tell Mr. Rana, that you empathize with him, but the process was fair, and details of the assessment
A
could be shared with him.

Tell Mr. Rana that if he is interested, he could write to the HR Director and you would act as per the
B
directives received.

Offer tea to Mr. Rana and say that you can understand why he is upset. Let him have a bit of a moan and
C
help him get it out of his system.

Tell Mr. Rana that the Institute finds the right person for the job, not the one who has been around the
D
longest.

Warn Mr. Rana that his complaint will be construed as misdemeanour and held against him in the next
E
promotion cycle.

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Question 18
The Vikash Trust has recently been plagued by a high turnover of teaching assistants with many looking for
higher salary and better facilities. You have been asked to design and run a campaign to attract and appoint 10
teaching assistants. One of your measures of success will be the retention of the new recruits. You have 4
weeks for the interview.
Review the following:
1. Shortlist apt candidates who reflect values of the Trust from among respondees to your wide advertisement
campaign.
2.Design an ad that attracts candidates with values that matches the Trust's, release it at an appropriate time
and re-validate the candidates' credentials at the time of shortlisting.
3. Repeat the process that was followed by the Trust last time.
4. Seek expert advice on drafting an attractive advertisement.
Select the best of the following responses in the descending order of effectiveness?

A 4,1,2

B 2,1,3

C 4,3,1

D 1,2,3

E 2,3,4

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Read the following caselet and answer the questions that follow:

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The Public Relations Department of an organization has spent only 4 crores of its allocated 16 crores on
publicity. There are 2 months left in the financial year. Due to shortage of officers, the Assistant Director,
Operations has been given an additional charge of publicity. Because of his other commitments, he is unable to
find time to undertake tasks such as baseline study, ascertaining communication needs, testing proposed
messages and media channels, deciding optimum periodicity, measuring impact, etc. He also argues spending
the rest of the budget is unnecessary because their regular programs are already widely known. His boss, the
Director, however, feels that only by utilizing the entire budget can a similar amount be demanded the next year.
He also thinks that there is nothing like enough publicity.
Question 19
Which of these new developments, if true, would most justify a larger utilization of the advertising budget?

A Advertising agencies have announced a 25% reduction in rates.

An internal committee of the organization has made strong recommendations to improve service
B
delivery.

C The organization has approved a new major scheme for immediate implementation.

D The findings of a baseline study on assessing communication needs are now available.

E A new Assistant Director has been posted to exclusively look after publicity.

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Read the following caselet and answer the questions that follow:
Thakur Raja, a young cabinet minister, glanced through the notes of his secretary regarding the recent
controversies on ‘Racket’, the most popular game of the country. While International Racket Association (IRA)
has agreed to implement Drug Testing Code (DTC), the Racket Club which controls the entire Racket related
activities had some reservations regarding the initiative. A majority of the citizens eagerly awaited their
country's participation and performance at the international competitions during the Champions Trophy. Due to
the popularity of the game, 70% of the total revenue associated with the game originates from the country.
Hence, the Racket Club has earned high bargaining power with the IRA and can influence decisions not aligned
with its interests. Three of the most popular and senior players of the Club, including the captain, are against
the imposition of DTC citing security reasons. A decision against the interests of these players might result in
law and order problems throughout the country. Other players support the decision of their senior colleagues
and if the Racket Club refuses, players may support the rebel Counter Racket Club, a new national level
initiative. The Counter Racket Club can challenge the monopoly of the Racket Club, if it succeeds in attracting
some popular players.
Raja was a great soccer player and has major reservations against racket. According to him, racket has
negative influence on the country’s youth and distracts them from productive work. He also considers drug
testing as an essential feature of any sports and games across the world. As the new cabinet minister for Youth
and Sports, he needs to take some important decisions on this contentious issue.
Question 20
Identify the best argument for Raja to decide in favor of the IRA.

A Raja is interested in making Racket less popular in the country.

B Three of the top international teams are keen on implementing DTC.

C The next World cup is scheduled to be held in a country which has made DTC mandatory.

Raja and the President of the Racket Club are political opponents and could use the present issue to
D
settle their mutual scores.

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E Raja can justify his decision citing his position as a cabinet minister.

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Read the following caselet and answer the questions that follow:
Due to increased competition, Electro Automobiles, the Indian subsidiary of Robert Automobile Company (RAC)
reported lower sales and profits. RAC expects its new model Limo, developed especially for value conscious
customers of India and China, would revive its fortunes. In order to prevent customers from buying competing
products, RAC announced the launch of Limo six months ahead of schedule. Unrest in its Indian supplier
resulted in delayed delivery of essential components to its main plant. Hence, Limo was launched on schedule
only in China. Within a short span, Limo captured 30% of the Chinese market , which was 200% higher than
expectation. Indian customers were becoming increasingly restless because they couldn't get a Limo in India.
Electro’s dealers were worried, customers might switch to other cars.
Question 21
The indian subsidiary is concerned that the delay in launching the product will give undue advantage to some
competitor. The organization was considering the following strategies to keep customers engaged with the
company:
1. Ask the dealers to encourage their prospective customers to seek similar products from the competition,
rather than wait for Limo’s launch.
2. Suggest the dealers to accept booking for Limo, announcing the launch within six months of booking, while
in reality plan to keep postponing launch indefinitely.
3. Run full page advertisements in the papers, every month, to keep the interest in the model from ebbing, with
no mention of the launch date.
4. Import parts from outside India, and launch the product, at a 30% premium, planning a relaunch a few years
later of the indianized version.
5. Go against its worldwide policy of non-interference in supplier plants, and announce a hefty bonus to the
employees of the supplier with a hope to temporarily bring the plant to life.
6. Promise the supplier plant (that has some unrest) a higher margin share of about 5% compared to what was
shared earlier, with an eye to stem the unrest.
Which of the following combination of responses above, will most likely keep the prospective customers
engaged with the company and not jump to some competitor’s product?

A 1,2,3

B 2,3,4

C 3,2,5

D 1,5,6

E 3,4,5

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Answer questions on the basis of information given in the following case.

Mr. Dipangshu Barua, a young IT professional, came early to office to assist his boss in the preparation for an
important client presentation. When be switched on his computer, he saw an email from Mr. Patel. The email

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was as follows:

Dear Mr. Barua,

This email serves as a follow - up of my conversation with you on December 1, 2014. I have already conveyed
need for improvement in your behaviour as desired as desired by your project leader and colleagues. They are
yet to notice any visible improvements. I am apprehensive that your failure to act may warrant further action
leading to dismissal. I will continue to monitor and assess your performance over the next three months to
determine whether improvements meet the expectations. At the same time, I would like to re - affirm that you
are very valuable for our organization.

Best Wishes,
Mr. A. Patel
HR Director
Question 22
Initially, the e - mail distracted Dipangshu but he decided to focus on the job. Which of the following options
might best explain his decision to do so?

A Mr. Patel would soon be transferred to another department.

B Last week, Mr. Dipangshu has been assigned to a new team in the same project.

Three days back, Mr. Dipangshu has been assigned a new project similar to his final year engineering
C
project.

D His friend has been hospitalized for the last three months.

E Failing to perform in the client meeting might further complicate things.

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Read the following case and choose the best alternative.
Chetan Textile Mills (CTM) has initiated various employee welfare schemes for its employees since the day the
mill began its operations. Due to its various welfare initiatives and socially responsible business practices, the
organisation has developed an impeccable reputation. Majority of the regular workers in Chetan Mills had
membership of Chetan Mills Mazdoor Sangh (CMMS), a non political trade union. CMMS had the welfare of its
member as its guiding principle. Both CTM and CMMS addressed various worker related issues on a proactive
basis. As a result no industrial dispute had been reported from the organiza tion in the recent past.
These days majority of the employers deploy large number of contract labourers in their production processes.
In an open economy survival of an organization depends on its competitiveness. In order to become
competitive, an organization must be able to reduce cost and have flexibility in employment of resources.
Engaging workers through contractors (contract labourer) reduces the overall labour cost by almost 50%. Indian
labour legislations make reduction of regular workers almost impossible, but organisations can overcome this
limitation by employing contract labourers. Contract labourers neither get the same benefit as regular
employees nor do they have any job security. According to various recent surveys, government owned public
sector units and other departments are the biggest employers of contract labourers in the country. Contractors,
as middle - men, often exploit the contract labourers, and these government organizations have failed to stop
the exploitation.
Over time CTM started engaging a large number of contract labourers. At present, more than 35% of CM’s
workers (total 5,000 in number) are contract labourers. CMMS leadership was wary about the slow erosion of
its support base as regular workers slowly got replaced by contract workers and feared the day when regular
workers would become a minority in the mill. So far, CMMS has refused to take contract labourers as members.

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Recently, based on rumours, CTM management started to investigate the alleged exploitation of contract
labourers by certain contractors. Some contractors felt that such investigations may expose them and reduce
their profit margin. They instigated contract labourers to demand for better wages. Some of the contract
labourers engaged in material handling and cleaning work started provoking CTM management by adopting
violent tactics.
Today’s news - paper reports that police and CTM security guards fired two or three rounds in air to quell the
mob. The trouble started while a security guard allegedly slapped one of the contract labourers following a
heated argument. Angry labourers set fire to several vehicles parked inside the premises, and to the police
jeeps.
Question 23
The criminals in the surrounding area often took their cue from the situation in the mill, creating law and order
problems outside the mill which would later make it difficult for workers to come to mill safely. Given the
circumstances, identify the stakeholder that should be the immediate priority of CTM management.

A Contract labourers who were allegedly beaten by the security guard of the company.

B District administration that is concerned about the spread of violence.

C CMMS that prefers an immediate settlement of the issue.

D Customers who are concerned about prices and regular supplies.

E Contract labourers who are demanding job security and same wages as regular employees.

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based on the case given below.
Ethical – a person is called unethical, when he deviates from principles. The principles and their use is often
guided by two definitions: Moral: society’s code for individual survival Ethics: An individual’s code for society
survival Naresh was a small time civil contractor in a small city. His major clients were the residents who
wanted ad-hoc work like painting, building extensions to be done. His just prices had made him a preferred
contractor for most of the clients who preferred him over other civil contractors. Always he followed the
principle that client had to be kept happy – only by doing so it would be a win-win situation for both. However
due to the unpredictability of such orders from residents, Naresh used to be idle for substantial part of the year.
As a consequence, he could not expand his business. His two children were growing up and his existing
business could not support their expenses. The medical expense of his elderly parents was another drain on his
resources. The constant rise of prices in medical care and medicines was another issue. For Naresh, family’s
concern was predominant. Naresh was, therefore, under pressure to expand his business. He was the sole
earning member of his family, and he had to ensure their well being. He thought that by expanding his business,
not only would he be able to care for his family in a better way, as well as offer employment to more number of
masons and labourers. That would benefit their families as well. Naresh drew the boundary of his society to
include himself, his family members, his employees and their family members. For expansion, the only option in
the city was to enlist= as a contractor for government work. Before deciding, he sought advice from another
contractor, Srikumar, who had been working on government projects for a long period of time. Srikumar
followed the principle of always helping others, because he believed that he would be helped back in return
some day. Srikumar had just one advice “The work is given to those who will win the bidding process and at the
same time will give the maximum bribe. Prices quoted for work have to include bribes, else the bills will not get
cleared and the supervisors will find multiple faults with the execution of work. This ensures survival and
prosperity for contractors”. When asked about other contractors, Srikumar said “The government contractors
are like a micro-society in themselves, almost like a brotherhood. Within that, they are highly competitive;
however towards any external threat they are united to ensure no harm happens to any of their members”.
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A new supervisor had joined a government department where both Naresh and Srikumar were bidding for work.
During the bidding process for a particular project, in an open meeting with all contractors and officers from the
department, he produced a document which had the rates at which Naresh had worked for private clients for
similar building related work. He accused Naresh and Srikumar of over-pricing for government work and
threatened to disqualify them from the bidding process, if the rates are not brought down. Faced with that
situation, Naresh gave a written reply that “I use materials of inferior quality for private work, and that is the
reason for price difference”. Srikumar supported Naresh in the meeting by saying that he had seen Naresh’s
work and he agreed. In this situation, it can be concluded that:
A both Naresh and Srikumar are unethical.

B Naresh is unethical while Srikumar is not.

C both Naresh and Srikumar are ethical.

D Naresh is ethical to a large extent, but no conclusion can be made about Srikumar.

E Srikumar is unethical, but no conclusion can be made about Naresh.

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Read the following scenario and answer the THREE questions that follow.
Comprehension:
A2Z is a state-funded leading engineering college in the country, renowned for its teaching and placements.
Now, A2Z aspires to be a global leader in research as well. A2Z has, therefore, decided to push for better quality
research from its newly recruited faculty members. In the past, a few faculty members were confirmed because
of their exceptional teaching feedback even though their research output was below par. Currently, the Dean, in
consultation with the academic council, has included the quality of research as a mandatory requirement along
with teaching excellence for the confirmation of the newly recruited faculty members. (The academic council
comprises of the senior faculty members from different departments.)
Initially, newly recruited faculty members are put on probation for three years. Either they are confirmed or their
probation is extended or their services are terminated, based on teaching and research contributions. Once
confirmed, their job is secure along with other additional perquisites.
Aparna joined the social sciences department of A2Z two years back. She is amongst the many faculty
members, recruited after the new norms for confirmation were introduced. She completed her doctorate from a
reputed university in the USA, with a significant research contributions. However, after joining A2Z, Aparna got
deeply involved in social outreach asCOVID-19 was spreading. Though her social outreach has given her
immense satisfaction, she has nothing to show against research contributions; further, it has impacted her
teaching effectiveness. Her confirmation is due in a year.
Question 25
A few months later, Aparna, during an interview with the local media, inadvertently expresses her fear that she
might be let go by A2Z because she has not met its teaching and research requirements. Consequently, the
academic council urges the dean to review the faculty confirmation policy.
The Dean, however, believes that any change in the policy will be a setback to the institute's aspirations of
becoming a global leader in research.
Which of the following actions by the Dean will be the MOST appropriate, given the circumstances?

A Give an interview to a local newspaper and share Aparna’s lack of research and poor teaching feedback

Confirm Aparna, but ask her to issue a public statement, acknowledging the importance A2Z gives to
B
research contributions

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Convey to Aparna that the institute is eager to retain her; however, emphasize that she should focus on
C
research to get confirmed

D Tell Aparna that she is being let go for insulting the college on a public platform

Confirm Aparna, but make it clear that her future promotions will be tied to her research contribution and
E
teaching feedback

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Read the following scenario and answer the THREE questions that follow.
Comprehension:
Korkai is a serene village, nestled in a small island, separated from the mainland by a strait— the world forgot to
name. Its inhabitants are mostly fishermen; a few are cattle-grazers too. A boat ride across the strait is the only
mode of transport to the mainland. Budugu, the boatman, ferries people, cattle, and bicycles across the strait in
his boat for a living. The remoteness and the lack of connection to the mainland has served him well. He has a
family of five. His two daughters are away studying in a city college and dream of corporate jobs in the cities.
His ailing mother and wife complete his family. Budugu sent his daughters to study in the city as there is only
one school in Korkai, run by an NGO. The NGO prepares the village kids for higher studies. For those who cannot
go to cities, the NGO teaches them about the virtues of the local way of life. Budugu is a member of the village
Panchayat that runs the village administration. At Korkai, hardly anyone remembers the local MLA or MP.
Interestingly, the local MLA visited last week, and informed the islanders of major changes planned for the
region: urgent construction of a bridge connecting the island to the mainland, and real estate development. She
announced that the island will become a well-known eco-tourism destination in the state. She stressed that the
local livelihood, dependent on fortunes at the sea, might enjoy the certainty in minimum wages, meted out by
the eco-resort owners. Nevertheless, some villagers fear that the bridge will irreversibly change their lives and
livelihoods.
Question 26
As the project gets delayed, Budugu becomes a well-known social activist with a lotof followers. When Pragati,
his elder daughter, finishes her education and startslooking for employment, a few known corporates refuse her
a job because of herfather’s “anti-development” stand.
Which of the following options BEST communicates to the corporates that Pragatihas an identity of her own?

A Start a blog and update it regularly with views on current affairs

B Discuss in a social media post why she supports the proposed development in her island village

C Showcase on social media the accolades and awards she received in her college

D Stop using her last name in her job applications

E Go all out on social media to explain how her father’s activism is misconstrued by certain corporates

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beginning of the academic year. Roughly 20% of the fees collected goes into paying the salaries of the teachers,
another 30% for the upkeep of the school, and roughly 20% for miscellaneous expenses in running day-to-day
businesses like supply, cleaning etc. The remaining goes into an exigency corpus.
This year, like the rest of the country, the town has been hit by the coronavirus pandemic. The classes have
been shifted online. The local authorities have mandated that all schools have to reduce their fees by 20%.
Further, parents should be given extended time to pay the fees if they are in financial distress. Six months into
the academic year, only 40% of the parents have paid even the reduced annual fees.
Question 27
The board of trustees of the school is concerned about the current financial situation and has called Biswas for
a meeting. The trustees have thought of the following actions, as listed below, to improve the school finances
immediately:
P. Appeal to the local industrialists to donate to the school
Q. Withhold 20% of teachers' salary till the situation improves
R. Ask parents to pay up within a week or show a proof of financial distress
S. Stop online classes for a week to signal the desperate financial crunch
T. Start an extra section in every class and offer admission to whoever is willing to pay fees
Biswas is tasked to find the most feasible way of alleviating the financial crunch immediately.
Which of the following combinations of the above-listed actions, in a DECREASING order of preference, will
BEST help Biswas in achieving his goal?

A PRSQT

B TSRPQ

C QRSPT

D PSTRQ

E RSQTP

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Analyse the following caselet and answer the question that follow:

Nicky, Manoj and Benita are graduates from a top ranked B-school. They joined ABC corporation a year ago.
ABC is known for its performance oriented culture. This is the first time the organization recruited from a top
ranked B-school. They are part of a five member team with two others from lower ranked B-schools. Nicky,
Manoj and Benita draw 40 percent higher salaries than other team members. This team reports to Amelia
Ganeshmurthi, a senior Executive.
Question 28
Amelia is disappointed with the performance of Nicky, Manoj and Benita. She came to know that ABC was not
their first choice and they had spent the first ten months applying to other organizations. However, they have
now started liking ABC and promised to do their best henceforth. Amelia has to rate their annual performance
and decide about their future. She has the following choices:
1. Fire them from ABC for insincerity and save the organization’s time and money.
2. Given them average ratings with a year to prove their worth and fire them from ABC if they fail to show
significant progress.
3. Impose a pay-cut of 15% since they have not delivered on the promise, but give them relatively high ratings.
4. Given them relatively poor ratings with one year time to improve and fire them from ABC if they fail to show
significant progress.

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5. Give them high ratings and give them a second chance to prove their worth.

Which of the following options rank the above choices in the order of MOST APPROPRIATE to LEAST
APPROPRIATE?
A 1, 2, 4

B 2, 1, 4

C 4, 2, 5

D 4, 3, 1

E 5, 2, 3

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Indian Institute of Research is a Government-established body to promote research. In addition to helping in

policy making, it also provides free online access to all the articles to the public. It has a mission of publishing
high quality research articles. Till 2010, the publication of articles was very slow because there was no
incentive for researchers to publish. Researchers stuck to the mandatory one article a year. Most of the
researchers engaged in offering consultancy and earned extra income. Since its inception, the institute was
considered the best place for cutting edge research. The new director of the institute was not happy with the
work done by researchers in silo and came out with a new research policy in 2013 to increase research output
and improve collaboration among researchers. It was decided that extra benefits would be offered to
researchers with new publications. As a result, the number of research articles increased fourfold in 2014. At
the 2015 annual audit, an objection was raised against increased expenses towards remuneration for
researchers. Further, the Government opined that the publication was itself a reward and hence researchers
need be paid nothing extra. The director tried to defend his policy but the response from the government was
not encouraging.
l. Note: Auditors role is to verify accounts.
Question 29
The following facts were observed by an analytics team hired by the government to study the extant situation.
1. There was a four-fold increase in the number of researchers leaving the organization in 2014.
2. A researcher died while on duty.
3. The quality of articles published declined substantially.
4. The average number of people accessing an article decreased by 2%.
Which of the following options would justify the government’s intention to DISCONTINUE the scheme?

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A 1 and 2

B 2 and 3

C 3 only

D 4 only

E 3 and 4

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Answer question based on the following information:
On a certain day six passengers from Chennai, Bangalore, Kochi, Kolkata, Mumbai, and Hyderabad boarded the
New Delhi bound Rajdhani Express from TataNagar. The following facts are known about these six passengers:
1.The persons from Kochi and Chennai are less than 36 years of age. Person Z, the youngest among all is a
doctor.
2.The oldest person is from Kolkata and his/her profession is same as that of the person who got down at
Mughal Sarai.

A The person from Chennai is older than the person from Kochi.

B The oldest teacher is from Mumbai.

C The person from Mumbai is older than at least one of the engineers.

D The person from Kochi got down at Mughal Sarai, and was an engineer.

The person who got down at New Delhi is older than Y, who in turn is older than the person from
E
Hyderabad.

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Answer question based on the following information.
Alex Company has its office at the third floor of a multi - storied building in Mumbai. There are 5 rooms to be
allotted to 5 managers (designated M1 to M5), each of whom will occupy one room. Each room has its own
advantages and disadvantages. Some have the sea view, while others are closer to either the lift or the dining
room, while some are more spacious. Each of the five managers was asked to rank the room preferences
amongst the rooms 301, 302, 303, 304 and 305. Their preferences were recorded as follows:
Table:

Some managers did not indicate any preference for some rooms, as they did want to be there under any
condition. The company decided to allot rooms to managers in such a way that the managers get rooms as per
their best preference or close to that.
Question 31
Suppose that Manager M2 decides not to join the new zonal office and Manager M6 takes his place. Manager
M6 has the following preference ranking in decreasing order: 301, 302, 303, 304 - in this case what would be the
sum of the preference ranking allotted to all five managers?

A 5

B 6

C 7

D 8

E 9

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Question 32
Now, Reddy and Rao were in a quandary whether the company should go ahead and market the drug. They
contacted Raj Adduri, a common friend for advice. Adduri was of the opinion that given the risky nature of
launch, it may be a better idea to test the market. Rao and Reddy realized test marketing would cost 10
crores. Adduri told them the previous test marketing results have been favorable 70% of times and success
rate of products favorably tested was 80%.Further, when test marketing results were unfavorable; the products
have been successful 30% of the times.
What is the probability of product failure if Reddy and Rao decide to test market it?

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A 0.21

B 0.35

C 0.14

D 0.28

E Cannot be computed

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Answer questions based on information that is provided.
Question 33
The main issues of interpretation arising from the work of professionally trained anthropologists are that they
are late in colonial/post - colonial trajectories, because professional training shapes their interpretations.
However, within field of interest and training, their works are most thorough and systematic
The best conclusion drawn from the above paragraph is analogous to:

Heisenberg uncertainty principle, which states that speed and position cannot be determined
A
simultaneously.

B Cultural relativism, which states that two or more than two cultures cannot be compared.

Personal relativism, which states that one should not study anthropological phenomenon for personal
C
gains.

D Conclusive relativism, which states that anthropologists should not knowingly color their findings.

Communicative relativism, which states that anthropologists should not be selective in communicating
E
their findings.

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Read the following case and choose the best alternative Guruji's guidance

Bhola, an avid nature lover, wanted to be an entrepreneur. He dreamt of establishing a chain of huts in Chatpur
region to cater to tourists, who came attracted by the beauty and splendour of the Himalayas.

However, he was appalled by current degradation of the Himalayan environment. He remembered the early
times when everything was so green, clean and peaceful. Now, greenery was replaced by buildings, peace was
shattered by honking of vehicles and flocking of tourists, and cleanliness was replaced by heaps of plastics.

Bhola had a strong sense of right and wrong. On speaking to few locals about the issue, he realized that the
locals were aware of these issues. However, they pointed out the benefits of development: pucca houses for
locals, higher disposable income and with that, ability to send their children to better schools and colleges,
better road connectivity, and access to latest technology in agriculture. Most locals wanted the development to
continue.

Saddened by the lack of support from the locals, Bhola took up the issue with the government. He met the chief

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minister of the state to find out if government could regulate the developmental activities to prevent
environmental degradation. However, the chief minister told Bhola that such an action would slow down the
economic progress. That also meant loss of substantial tax revenues for the government.

Bhola needed to resolve the dilemma. Bhola always wanted to be an entrepreneur, who could contribute to the
society and earn money as well. However, his business would also be responsible for destroying environment. If
he did not set up His business, he would not be able to earn money and contribute to the society.

A Stop environmental degradation by stopping the developmental activities.

Forget about the environment; think about the people as they are the vote banks for politician to come
B
back to power.

Suggest that the government should try to promote eco-tourism, which would be controlled and
C regulated by the government, as the government could think about the welfare of majority of
stakeholders.

Suggest that the government should promote eco-tourism with public private partnership with the
D involvement of NGO’s, so that there are checks and balances for inefficiencies and promotion for
synergetic efforts between government and private entrepreneurs.

E Involvement of impartial entities like NGO’s who would provide a fair assessment of the policies.

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on the basis of the information given in the following case.
Saral Co. is operating in seven north-eastern states of the country. The organization has a history of
participative decision making, wherein people deliberate openly about pros and cons of every important
decision, and a broad consensus is taken before taking the final decision. In Saral Co. every employee gets a
salary proportional to the sales achieved. A new General Manager (GM) joined during the beginning of this
month and challenged the organization’s sole focus on sales to determine salaries. He urged the top
management to include two more additional parameters in determining the salaries of the employees, viz.
collection of information about competitors and the quality of relationship with the retailers.
Question 35
The top management of Saral Co. refused to implement the proposal of new GM from the beginning of next
month, which of the following could be the most justified reason for the management’s refusal?

A To ensure that no manager will get credit for a major change soon after joining.

B To avoid attracting criticism for their failure to implement a similar scheme.

C His past experience is limited to seven north-eastern states only.

D The GM is new to the organization and he would require some time to implement the new plan.

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E The top management would need time to deliberate and get consensus.

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Answer question based on the following information.
Alex Company has its office at the third floor of a multi - storied building in Mumbai. There are 5 rooms to be
allotted to 5 managers (designated M1 to M5), each of whom will occupy one room. Each room has its own
advantages and disadvantages. Some have the sea view, while others are closer to either the lift or the dining
room, while some are more spacious. Each of the five managers was asked to rank the room preferences
amongst the rooms 301, 302, 303, 304 and 305. Their preferences were recorded as follows:
Table:

A 1

B 2

C 3

D 4

E 5

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elocution competition, since they are expected to be present at the school on the day of competition,
which normally happens on a weekend to accommodate the working parents. The teachers were not granted
leave on the day of VMEC and they used to be unhappy regarding this aspect.
Question 37
Ms Shabina, the principal of VPS, is aware that some of her teachers are unhappy. She wants to
be seen as fair and just. Which option is the best one that she should exercise?

A introduce separate music and dance competitions in same format as the elocution competition.

B appropriately compensate those teachers who volunteer to come for the extra day

appoint a committee of teachers, parents and management representatives to come up with possible
C
suggestions within a deadline

appoint a committee of teachers to come up with possible suggestions, and ensure that majority of
D
committee members are staunch supporters of the current practices.

E exercise the authority of the principal because she wants to retain all traditions.

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Shyam prepares and sells piping hot puri and sabji (gravy) from 7:00 am to 9:00 am (both inclusive) through a
stall at XLRI campus. Presently, he has just a single oven, which can do only one job at a time. It takes 30
minutes to cook one handi (a large bowl) of sabji, sufficient for 12 customers. It takes him 10 minutes to
prepare 2 plates of puri at a time. While the cost of a plate of puri-sabji is ₹ 10, the price is ₹ 25. Puri stays hot
for only 5 minutes after preparation, while sabji stays hot for 30 minutes only. It takes 10 minutes to reheat the
sabji which stays hot for another 30 minutes. If he brings a handi of hot sabji from home, the transport would
cost him ₹ 50. It can also stay hot for 30 minutes excluding the transportation time. Currently, every 20 minutes
five plates are ordered. All unsold quantities are distributed at cost after 9:30 am.
Question 38
Shyam’s stall was becoming popular by the day. Now he gets 5 customers every 10 minutes. After buying a
second oven, he employed a helping hand, Aman at ₹ 100 for two hours. Aman can cook one handi of sabji in
20 minutes or can prepare 3 plates of puri in 10 minutes. Reheat time for sabji is 10 minutes. None of them can
work on both the ovens simultaneously.
Which of the following options will help Shyam maximize his daily profit, if he does NOT bring sabji from home?

A Shyam should dismiss Aman because his wage are more than the benefits he brings.

B Shyam will prepare only puri and Aman will prepare only sabji.

C Shyam will prepare only sabji and Aman will prepare only puri.

D Shyam and Aman will prepare both puri and sabji.

E Options B, C and D will yield the same profit.

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Instructions
Read the following caselet and answer the questions that follow:
Mrs. Bhalla is the principal of ‘Happy Public School’. While it is a private school, the trust is socially sensitive
and as part of their “Spread Happiness Policy” provides quality education to many needy students from low
income neighborhood for free. She received a strange complaint from some of the affluent parents regarding
their discomfort with allowing poor children to study along with their kids. They were concerned more about
their manners, habits and language than about schooling. They wanted the trust to either start a separate shift
for such children or remove them from the school since they are supporting them. On the other hand, the
parents of the poor children complained of bullying and teasing and shared their concern regarding the mental
trauma their children undergo. While Mrs. Bhalla, by no means wants to yield to the demands of the affluent
parents, she also cannot ignore them since some of them have been making substantial donations to the
school.
Question 39
While Mrs. Bhalla understands the problems of overcrowded classrooms and classroom management, she
foresees in them an opportunity to develop more sensitive and self-motivated learners.
Mrs. Bhalla is considering the following actions:
1. Take the student and teacher councils on board and seek their ideas to redress the challenge the school
faces.
2. Brainstorm with teachers and students on a strategy to engage all learners in teams for meaningful learning
and healthy relationships.
3. Encourage students for self-learning and teachers into more supervisory roles to ensure discipline.
4. Engage students in a process of periodic reflection so that they can get in touch with their thoughts, feelings
and actions towards self and others.
5. Create achievement based student groups to encourage competition and ease classroom management.
Which of the following combination of actions would be most effective in developing sensitive and self-
motivated learners?

A 1,2,3

B 1,3,5

C 2,1,5

D 5,4,3

E 1,2,4

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XAT Previous Papers

Instructions
Answer questions on the basis of information given in the following case.

Dear Mr. Barua,

Best Wishes,
Mr. A. Patel
HR Director
Question 40
The scheduled presentation went off smoothly. Back in his cabin, Dipangshu read Mr. Patel’s e - mail once more
and pondered over it. During the last meeting he tried hard to put forward his explanation but Mr. Patel had not
allowed him to speak. Dipangshu was thinking of meeting Mr. Patel once again but was doubtful that would
help. Incidentally, he had a job offer from a start - up with a comparable salary. If Dipangshu was to join the new
job, he had to accept the offer within the next two weeks. However, he cannot think of a life without a job.
Dipangshu was confused!
Which of the following options would be the best move for Dipangshu?

Talk to Mr. Patel and highlight the initiatives he has taken but at the same time start applying for other
A
jobs.

Reject the offer from the start - up. Use the next three months to find a better job, but continue in the
B
present job.

C Resign from this organization right now.

D Accept the offer, only if the start - up gives a salary hike, else keep prospecting.

E Accept the offer with a request to give him a 10% salary hike.

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Instructions
Marathe is a Vice President in a construction equipment company in the city of Mumbai. One day, his
subordinate Bhonsle requested that Kale, a project manager, be transferred to the Chennai office from the
Mumbai office. In Chennai, Kale would work alone as a researcher. Bhonsle gave the following reasons for his
request: "Kale is known to frequently fight with his colleagues. Kale is conscientious and dedicated only when
working alone. He is friendly with seniors, but refuses to work with colleagues, in a team. He cannot accept
criticism and feels hostile and rejected He is over-bearing and is generally a bad influence on the team."

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Marathe called upon Gore, another project manager, and sought further information on Kale. Gore recalled that
a former colleague, Lakhote (who was also Kale's former boss) had made a few remarks on his appraisal report
about Kale. In his opinion, Kale was not fit for further promotion as he was emotionally unstable to work in
groups though he had seven years of work experience. Lakhote had described Kale as too authoritative to work
under anyone. Lakhote had further told Gore that Kale had an ailing wife, and an old mother, who does not want
to stay with his wife.
Question 41
Consider the following solutions to the problem mentioned above:
1. Marathe should transfer Kale to Chennai office
2. Marathe should try and verify the facts from other sources as well
3. Kale should be sacked
4. Kale should be demoted
5. Marathe should suggest Kale to visit a family counselor
Which of the following would be the most appropriate sequence of decisions in terms of immediacy: starting
from immediate to a longer term solution?

A 2, 1, 5

B 1, 4, 2

C 2, 3, 4

D 2, 5, 1

E 2, 5, 4

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Instructions
Read the situation below and answer the 3 associated questions:
A powerful, intelligent king Vanamali once ruled over an ancient kingdom, Vanarajya. The kingdom was known
for its high mountains and sprawling plains, and ninety percent of its land was under forest cover. Trade in
forest produce was the mainstay of its economy, supported by subsistence agriculture.
With the increase of population, over time the forest in the plains was cleared for agriculture. The forest in the
mountains continued to supply nutrient-enriched water and abundant forest produce to the plains. As a result,
agricultural yields were bountiful. The plains prospered as compared to the mountains.
Question 42
The village elders of the mountains had informed Vanamali about the presence of a precious metal in
abundance under a large part of the forest. They pleaded with him to repeal his diktat and permit felling of trees
for mining.
Vanamali knew that the precious metal would make his kingdom prosper. However, he was worried that mining
would reduce the flow of nutrients, water and forest produce to the plains.
Vanamali’s advisor Vanapandit presented the following action plans for his consideration:
1. Repeal the forest diktat and charge hefty royalty for mining in the mountains
2. Permit mining in the mountains and enforce rainwater harvesting in the plains
3. Permit mining in the mountains and begin afforestation in the plains
4. Continue with the forest diktat in the mountains
5. Permit limited mining in rotation but maintain the forest diktat in the rest of the mountains
Which of the following sequences of action plans, in the DESCENDING order of their ability to contribute to
Vanarajya’s sustainable prosperity, will be the MOST appropriate for Vanamali?

A 5, 2, 4, 3, 1

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B 4, 5, 2, 3, 1

C 4, 2, 5, 1, 3

D 3, 5, 2, 1, 4

E 5, 3, 2, 4, 1

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Instructions
Read the following caselet and choose the best alternative:

It was the end of performance review cycle for the year 2012 when you asked your subordinates about any
problems they were facing. Natrajan told you that an important member of his team, Vardarajan, who had also
won the best performance award for the year 2011, was not taking interest in work. Despite Natrajan's
counseling, no change was noticed in Vardarajan, rather his attitude deteriorated. You had also received such
information from other employees. You had not interfered hoping that Natrajan, an experienced hand, would be
able to solve the problem. But now that Natrajan himself brought this to your notice, you decided to call
Vardarajan and counsel him.
Question 43
You overheard a conversation between Vardarajan and his colleague over an official dinner. He expressed his
unhappiness about the fact that good performers were not given their due credit while poor performers were
promoted faster. If Vardarajan is right, which of the following steps would help in creating a better organization?

A Promote Vardarajan with immediate effect.

B Ensure that performance is objectively and transparently assessed.

C Give another assignment to Vardarajan.

D Give higher salary to Vardarajan.

E Fire Vardarajan.

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Instructions
Answer questions on the basis of information given in the following case.

Mohan’s was a popular fast - food joint at Connaught Place, Delhi. Initially Mohan handled his business alone.
His sons, Ram and Kishan, joined the business after graduation from college. Ram was entrepreneurial in
nature. Subsequently, another branch of Mohan’s was opened in Panipat. Mohan had chosen Ram to head the
Panipat branch. Though Ram increased sales in short time, he had stopped using premium quality organic
vegetables, the speciality of Mohan’s. Mohan and Kishan were not happy with his way of doing business.

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Question 44
After discussing with a few customers, Mohan realised that compromising on the quality of ingredients at
Panipat branch may not be good idea but at the same time he also realised that Panipat branch had grown fast.
He was contemplating following five actions. Which of the following actions would be the best for the future of
his business?

A Creating awareness campaign for organic vegetables in Panipat.

B Mohan himself should look after the Panipat branch.

C Close down the Panipat branch.

D Send Kishan to Panipat branch and bring Ram to Connaught place permanently.

E Hire a new person to run the Panipat branch.

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Instructions
Go through the following scenario and answer the THREE questions that follow.
To prepare a dish (e.g., Dosa- Sambhar, Idli-chutney, Rajma-Chawal, Mawa-Bati), the chef has to finish nine
activities, some of which could be done simultaneously, while others could not be done simultaneously (see
diagram). One of the challenges faced by the chef was to precisely calculate the preparation time of a dish and
communicate the waiting time to the customers.
However, based on the past data, the chef had an idea about approximate time taken to complete each activity.
He had noted down the best (optimistic), worst (pessimistic) and most likely (most commonly observed) time
to finish each of the nine activities. Further, the chef realised that frequency of occurrence of most likely time
was 66.666%, and the frequency of occurrence of pessimistic and optimistic times were 16.666% each. The
diagram below shows the activities involved and the table shows the optimistic, pessimistic, and most likely
times for each activity. Time is indicated in minutes in the table below.

Question 45

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The expected time to prepare the dish is the weighted average of optimistic, pessimistic and most likely time.
Which of the following is the expected wait time for the chef to communicate to the customers?
A Approx. 22.0

B Approx. 51.0

C Approx. 47.3

D Approx. 32.3

E Approx. 40.0

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XAT Decision Making Mock Tests

Instructions
on the basis of the information given in the following case.

Teknik Group of industries had businesses in different sectors ranging from manufacturing, construction, fish
farming and hotels. These different businesses operated as semi-independent units managed by the unit level
managers. Teknik’s management had an internal consultancy group called as Business Advisory Group (known
internally as BAG). The 15 experts in BAG were hired personally by Mr. Teknikwala, the owner of Teknik, who
wanted this core group of experts to help his organization grow fast without facing the typical growth hurdles.
Most of them were specialists in fields like law, information technology, human resource management, and
operations management. Almost all of them had experience spanning decades in the industry. Whenever any of
the units faced any significant all units and it represented an extra work for those who were involved. This
coordination was required to understand the different work processes and the users’ requirements. This
coordination activity was being extensively managed by the old timers as they were familiar with internal
processes and people in the different units. An external consultant was also hired for customization and
implementation After two months, BAG teams had to fortnightly present their progress to Ms. Teknikwali’s
team. In the last meeting Ms. Teknikwali was dissatisfied. She explained her thinking that since ERP impacted
every aspect of the business, the roll out had to be done faster. She wanted Mr. Shiv to get the implementation
completed ahead of schedule. In the meeting she asked Mr. Shiv to get the people in IT team to be more
productive. Not willing to disagree, Mr. Shiv committed to a roll-out schedule of complete ERP system in 6
months instead of earlier decided 14 months. Next day, Mr. Shiv presented the revised project milestone to BAG
members. He told them that in order to meet the deadline, the members were expected to work on week-ends
till the completion of the project. Along with that, they were also expected to maintain their earlier standards of
delivery time and quality for the normal trouble-shooting and internal advisory work. Mr. Shiv also pointed out
that anyone whose performance did not meet the expectations would be subjected to formal disciplinary
action. The meeting ended without any member commenting on Shiv’s ideas, although Mr. Shiv heard a lot of
mumbling in the corridor. Over the week, Shiv noticed that the members seemed to avoid him and he had to
make extra effort to get ideas from them. After a fortnight Shiv reviewed the attendance register and found the
Mr. Lal, an old time member, had not come during the week-ends and certain decisions were held up due to lack
of inputs from Mr. Lal. Mr. Shiv issued a written reprimand to Mr. Lal. He was speechless on receiving the
reprimand but kept silent. It has been three days since that incident. Some of the senior members had put in
request for transfer to other business units. It was rumoured that four problems, the unit level managers would
put up a request for help to BAG. The problems ranged from installation of internal MIS systems, to financial
advice related to leasing of equipment, to handling of employee grievances. Over a period of 20 years, Teknik’s
revenues grew from 100 crore 10,000 crore with guidance of BAG and due to Mr. Tekinwala’s vision. Given its
reputation in the industry, many people wanted to start their careers in BAG. Often young MBAs fresh out of
business schools would apply. However their applications used to be rejected by Mr. Teknikwala, who had a
preference for people with extensive industry experience. Things changed after the unfortunate demise of Mr.
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premier business schools, and was working in a different company when Mr. Tekinwala passed away. She
preferred that BAG developed new ideas and therefore inducted freshly graduated MBAs from premier business
schools. She personally supervised the recruitment and selection process. Now the entire group constituted of
50 specialists, out of which 35 were the old time members. She also changed the reporting relationships in the
BAG group with some of the older members being made to report to the new members. In IT team, Mr. Shiv, a
newly recruited MBA, was made in-charge. For the older members it was a shock. However, as most of them
were on the verge of retirement, and it would be challenging to search for new jobs while competing with
younger professionals, they decided to play along. After one month, all business units were caught up in the
ERP fever. This was an idea pushed by Ms. Teknikwali who the need the need to replace the old legacy systems
with latest ERP system integrating all the units of Teknik. This was heavily influenced by her experience in the
previous where an ERP system was already up and running. Therefore she was not aware of the difference
between installing an ERP system and working on an already installed one. The ERP mplementation in Teknik
Group required extensive coordination with senior level managers of senior legal experts had agreed to an offer
from a law firm. Other senior members would sporadically come in late to work, citing health reasons. Almost
all senior members now wanted a weekly work-routine to be prepared and given to them in advance so that they
could deliver as per the schedule. This insistence on written communication was a problem as urgent problems
or ad-hoc requests could not be foreseen and included. Also normal services to other business units were being
unattended to, and there were complaints coming from the unit heads.
Question 46
Of all the problems being faced in BAG, which of the following is neither discussed nor hinted at?

A Ms. Teknikwali’s lack of faith on older members to implement new ideas.

B The inability of the younger members to work along with the older members of BAG.

C Mr. Shiv’s intention to impress Ms. Teknikwali by agreeing to a tougher deadline.

D Ms. Teknikwali’s lack of understanding of the complexity of an ERP implementation.

E Mr. Shiv’s lack of understanding of the sensitivities of the older members of BAG.

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Question 47
After her father’s demise, the best way Ms. Teknikwali could have gone about dealing with BAG group would
have been to:

Discuss with the members as to what their views were about the company and solicit ideas on how to
A
make it grow further.

B Retire the entire team and hire a fresh team according to her criteria and her requirements.

C Hire an external consultant who would have interacted with the BAG members on her behalf.

Ask the unit managers about the performance of the BAG group’s performance and productivity. After
D
that have discussion with BAG members about unit managers’ performance.

Break down BAG into different sub-groups. It would be easy to tackle one sub-group at a time and do
E
what she wanted to achieve.

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Question 48
It can be inferred from the above case that implementation of an ERP package in an organization requires
creation of a team that has:

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A a mixture of experienced employees and newly graduated employees

B only young people with education in top schools and colleges

C sufficient number of people who are networked with powerful stakeholders in the organization

D right amount of problem solvers along with those who are abreast of the latest ERP technology

people who have been involved with operations for a long duration of time along with people who are
E
aware of the latest in ERP technology

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Instructions
Read the following scenario and answer the THREE questions that follow.
Comprehension:
Future Leaders is one of the most prestigious private schools in a small town, next to an industrial hub. Most of
its students come from affluent families, but there are some who belong to middle-income and lower-middle-
income families as well. The school charges an annual fee of ₹2 lakhs, inclusive of all charges, payable at the
beginning of the academic year. Roughly 20% of the fees collected goes into paying the salaries of the teachers,
another 30% for the upkeep of the school, and roughly 20% for miscellaneous expenses in running day-to-day
businesses like supply, cleaning etc. The remaining goes into an exigency corpus.
This year, like the rest of the country, the town has been hit by the coronavirus pandemic. The classes have
been shifted online. The local authorities have mandated that all schools have to reduce their fees by 20%.
Further, parents should be given extended time to pay the fees if they are in financial distress. Six months into
the academic year, only 40% of the parents have paid even the reduced annual fees.
Question 49
Ajay Biswas, the rector of the school, is alarmed by the shortfall in fee payments and wants to find the best
solution to manage the situation. He does not want to trouble parents who might be genuinely in financial
distress, but feels that there may be a possibility that many parents are taking advantage of the situation.
Which of the following actions by the school will BEST make financially capable parents pay the fees?

A Call parents every three days, requesting them to pay the fees and help their school out

Share through local newspapers that the school is facing financial crunch and may have to close down if
B
parents don’t pay fees

C Offer 10% and 5% discounts to parents paying fees within the next one week and two weeks respectively

D Give a 10% bonus marks to all those students who have paid the fees

Ask parents to submit a proof of financial distress within two weeks, failing which can bar their wards
E
from attending classes

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the aging super star’s Robinhood like onscreen exploits, the pre-event speech of PK was their first glimpse into
his off-screen persona. After an emotional speech that extolled the virtues of electricity as a driver of wellbeing
& need for inclusive growth, PK with a flourish of his hand hit the button to remotely switch on the solar power
facilities. Tens of media cameras stationed in all the island villages, started beaming live feed across the world.
Quickly, the event turned from one of joy to something of shock and horror, as all the thatched households on
the island caught fire. A few villagers were seriously injured in the fire. Watching the coverage, PK slapped the
MNC representative standing next to him, on live camera, and collapsed on a couch with his head in his hands.
Question 50
Soon after, the MNC filed a case against PK for criminal assault and tarnishing its brand image.
Which of the following is the MOST appropriate reason for the MNC to file a case against PK?

A It is a message to the MNC’s stakeholders that it will not tolerate such inappropriate behaviour.

B The MNC is forced to respond, given the public slapping of its representative.

C The MNC intends to arrest its dropping sales, post the incident, through affirmative action.

D The highly brand conscious MNC is using PK to divert public attention.

E The MNC’s mission statement includes “employee first, customer second.”

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Instructions
Read the following scenario and answer the three questions that follow.
Rohini is one of the most popular faculty members in the finance department, known for her in-class
engagement with students. Every year, she offers an elective Financial Risk and Derivatives Management in the
fourth term which gets subscribed by about hundred students. This year, owing to Covid-19, she is forced to
teach the course online, that too, in the fifth term. The fifth term is notorious for its non-negotiable teaching
slots. To enable her teaching, Rohini uses her favourite laptop, Maplebook Lite, sold by Maple.
Rohini converts her family bedroom into a “working room” because of the strong wifi signals. The room is
mostly used by Rohini for taking her classes; however, Rinku, her husband, also uses it for running his meetings.
Rohini has two children, aged 5 and 8, who use the living room as their playground. During meetings and
classes, the working room is shut to save it from unwanted disturbance and noises from the living room.
It is 3:10 p.m. and Rohini’s penultimate session of the course is going to end in twenty minutes. As usual, Rinku
enters the room with a cup of Darjeeling tea. Just before entering, he asks his kids to stop playing for some
time. He quietly places the teacup on Rohini’s study table and exits the room, leaving the door ajar. As soon as
he leaves, a tennis ball comes thundering inside, crashing into her Maplebook monitor. The monitor breaks and
Rohini’s class ends abruptly, much before the scheduled time.
Question 51
Rohini has her concluding session scheduled the very next day.
Which of the following is the BEST course of action for Rohini regarding the final session?

A She should defer the session until she finds a suitable slot.

B She should inform the students that the course is deemed concluded with 19 sessions.

She should cancel the session and ask students to mail video presentations on the topic she intended to
C
teach.

D She should request Swarna, her colleague, to take her session the next day.

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She should take her last session on her mobile phone and request students to tolerate the inferior
E
experience.

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A Publicise on social media that FICT has nothing to do with the celebrity’s association with other brands.

B Declare on social media that FICT chose the celebrity for his philanthropic works.

Withdraw all advertisements, involving the celebrity, from all the media platforms till the social media
C
moves to another issue.

D Ignore social media backlash, assuming that in a few days a new issue will start trending.

Publicise on social media that the celebrity’s endorsement of Wadiya Tourism will help improve the
E
livelihoods of Wadiya's poor.

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Instructions
Read the situation below and answer the 3 associated questions:
When Deepti opened the package, she was aghast. She received cotton pillow covers instead of satin pillow
covers, she had ordered. Deepti ordered them for her father from a popular e-commerce website that hosted
products of many sellers.
Confused, Deepti contacted the seller’s office using the details given on the package. The seller’s representative
profusely regretted and promised to send the satin pillow covers at no extra cost. He added that Deepti need
not return the cotton covers she received. Deepti happily accepted the deal.
A few days later, Deepti received another package from the seller. Unfortunately, this package also contained
cotton pillow covers. Completely disillusioned with the seller’s professionalism, Deepti decided to put to use
these cotton pillow covers also.
Question 53
A few days later, Deepti received an email from the e-commerce website, requesting her to share feedback
about the seller. Deeply frustrated with the overall online purchasing experience, she deliberately ignored it.
Later that evening, over supper, her father opined that the balcony curtains needed to be changed. He
suggested that they be bought from a local shop. “If something went wrong, we could at least yell at the seller,”

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he added.
Deepti stared at her laptop and began writing her feedback.
What would Deepti DEFINITELY achieve by giving feedback?
A Prove a point to her father

B Release her frustration

C Coerce the e-commerce website to punish the seller

D Instigate people against the seller

E An act of social service

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Instructions
Read the situation below and answer the 3 associated questions:
Two industrial towns, Jayanagar and Ramnagar, about 15 kms. apart, are similar in land area, population, ethnic
diversity and per capita incomes.
Jagdeep Singh owns a bakery named Le Baguette in Jayanagar. He specializes in croissants, masala bread and
whole wheat bread; eggless cakes are also a favorite.
Among the four bakeries in Jayanagar, Jagdeep’s bakery with a market share of 30% is second only to the
oldest Le Croissant bakery whose market share is 40%. Le Croissant commands a loyal customer base and
does not offer eggless varieties.
Question 54
Jagdeep wishes to open a 100% eggless branch in Ramnagar. To explore feasibility, he collected the following
facts:
1. Eggless products account for 30% of Le Baguette’s sales.
2. At least 20% of all bakery sales in Ramnagar is from eggless products.
3. The eggless varieties of Le Baguette contain minute traces of egg.
4. Le Baguette currently makes 3% of its revenue from Ramnagar customers and all of it comes from eggless
products.
5. Le Croissant’s Ramnagar branch struggles with a market share of 10%.
From the combinations below, in the DESCENDING order of effectiveness, choose the one that BEST supports
Jagdeep’s decision.

A 5, 2, 1

B 2, 1, 3

C 2, 4, 1

D 4, 3, 2

E 5, 4, 1

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customers of India and China, would revive its fortunes. In order to prevent customers from uying competing
products, PAC announced the launch of Limo six months before schedule. Due to unrest in its Indian supplier’s
plant, deliveries of essential components for its main plant was hampered, and hence it decided to launch Limo
in China only as per the original plan. Within a short span of time, Limo captured 30% market share in China,
which was 200% higher than expected. Indian customers who had looked forward to purchasing Limo were
becoming increasingly unhappy to the non-availability of Limo in India. Ginger’s dealers were worried about loss
of business from the customers who might switch to other cars.
Question 55
Unhappy customers will not only leave the company, but also spread negative publicity about the company. The
best way, among the options below, to deal with customers is

A suggest to customers to wait.

suggest to customers to consider purchasing any of the other PAC’s models available in showrooms,
B
with a substantial discount along with gifts.

C suggest to PAC to treat Indian and Chinese markets equally.

promise the top management of PAC higher sales/profit from Indian market compared to Chinese
D
market.

E suggest to the top management of PAC to manufacture essential components in either India or China.

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On the basis of the information given in the following case.
Tina a blast furnace expert, who works as a technology trouble-shooter stays in Jamshedpur. She has got an
important assignment in Delhi, which requires six hours to complete. The work is so critical that she has to start
working the moment she reaches the client’s premises. She is considering various options for her onward and
return journey between Jamshedpur to Delhi.A quick search revealed that ticket from Jamshedpur to Delhi is
available in two trains. Trains 12801 and 12443 depart from Jamshedpur station at 06:45 hrs and 15.55 hrs and
reach Delhi next day at 04:50 hrs and 10:35 hrs respectively. Trains 12444 and 12802 start from Delhi at 17:20
hrs and 22:20 hrs and reach Jamshedpur next day at 10:35 hrs and 20:05 hrs respectively. Another option is to
reach Ranchi by a three hour road trip and take a flight to Delhi from Ranchi. The distance between Ranchi and
Delhi is covered in 105 minutes both-ways by any of the scheduled flights. Air India operates two flights, AI
9810 and AI 810, which depart Ranchi at 8:00 hrs and 15:25 hrs respectively. Flight number IT-3348 operated by
Kingfisher Airlines departs Ranchi at 19:20 hrs. Return flights operated by Air India, AI 9809 and AI 809, depart
Delhi at 5:50 hrs and 11:00 hrs respectively. Flight number IT-3347 operated by Kingfisher Airlines departs Delhi
at 17:10 hrs.From Tina’s home Jamshedpur railway station is five minutes drive, and her destination at Delhi is
90 minutes and 30 minutes drive from airport and railway station respectively. One has to reach the airport at
least one hour before the scheduled departure to complete the boarding procedure. At every railway station she
loses five minutes in navigating through the crowd.
Question 56
If Tina decides to minimize the in-between waiting period, the option that she should choose from the options
given below, will be:

A Go by Train 12801 and return by IT 3347

B Go by Train 12443 and return by Train 12802

C Go by AI 9810 and return by Train 12802

D Go by AI 810 and return by AI 9809

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E Go by IT 3348 and return by AI 809

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Read the following scenario and answer the THREE questions that follow.
In recent years, complaints of sexual harassment at “Fair Consulting” had increased exponentially. Fair
Consulting had a gender-neutral, anti-sexual harassment policy and a committee to adjudicate on complaints.
During the hearing of complaints, allegations and counter-allegations would fly thick and fast. This made it
difficult for the adjudicating committee to conclusively decide on the complaints.
Question 57
Fair Consulting was mulling over three interventions to reduce sexual harassment cases in the workplace. They
are:
1. Educate employees about the company’s anti-sexual harassment policy
2. Profile employees with a propensity to engage in acts of sexual harassment
3. Discipline sexual offenders
Which of the following options will the employees find LEAST ostracizing?

A 2&3

B 2 Only

C 1 Only

D 3 Only

E 1&2

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Read the following caselet and choose the best alternative
A teacher wanted to administer a multiple choice (each question having six choices) based quiz of high
difficulty level to a class of sixty students. The quiz had sixty questions. The probability of selecting the correct
answer for a good student and a brilliant student was 0.2 and 0.25 respectively. The poor students had no
learning advantage. The teacher did not want students to cheat but does not have time and resources to
monitor. All students were seated serially in 10 rows and 6 columns.
Question 58
Three good students were seated next to each other. What is the probability of them having the same incorrect
choice for four consecutive questions?

A 256/390625

B 256/3125

C 4/3125

D 1/3125

E Cannot be calculated

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on the basis of the information given in the following case.
Vivekananda Memorial Elocution Competition (VMEC) in Viswavijay Public School (VPS) has a history of forty
years. Apart from the founder’s day and annual day celebrations, it is the most important event of the school.
In recent times, due to the increased popularity of reality shows on television channels, and for various other
reasons, the elocution competition lost its appeal. Interest of both students and parents has been eroding over
a period of time. To ensure sufficient audience, Mr. Ivan, Head of English Department, introduced choral
recitation for junior section as a part of elocution competition. Three classes, each consisting of forty students,
get shortlisted for the final performance of choral singing on the day of VMEC. Most of the parents and family
members of these students attend the function to encourage them. This initiative increased the number of
people attending the elocution competition. Some teachers are unhappy with the emphasis given on the
elocution competition, since they are expected to be present at the school on the day of competition,
which normally happens on a weekend to accommodate the working parents. The teachers were not granted
leave on the day of VMEC and they used to be unhappy regarding this aspect.
Question 59
A group of unhappy teachers have come up with a list of action plans for the consideration of their
colleagues. The action plans are listed below.
I. Exposing Mr. Ivan’s intentions behind the inclusion of choral recitation.
II. Conduct an open house discussion to gauge the unhappiness and to identify possible solutions.
III. Introduce music and dance competition in same format as elocution competition
IV. Demand compensation for their work on the day of VMEC.
Mr. Zacharia, one of the senior teachers and a well wisher of VPS, is asked to go through the action plans and
make recommendations that benefits VPS the most. He would recommend:

A Options I and II

B Options II and IV

C Options I and III

D Options I and IV

E Options I, II, and IV

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Dev is primarily looking for a stable and trustworthy driver, who can be a suitable replacement for Ram. His
family members do not want Dev to appoint a young driver, as most of them are inexperienced. Dev’s driver is
an employee of the firm and hence the appointment has to be routed through the HR manager of the firm. The
HR manager prefers to maintain parity among all employees of the firm. He also needs to ensure that the
selection of a new driver does not lead to discontent among the senior employees of the firm.
Question 60
In order to resolve the conflicting preferences, one of Dev’s friends suggested Dev, his family members and the
HR manager to identify their most and the least preferred candidates without considering the concerns of other
stakeholders.
I. Dev’s most and least preferred candidates: Bal Singh and Chetan respectively
II. Family members’ most and least preferred candidates: Bal Singh and Chintan respectively
III. HR manager’s most and least preferred candidates: Chethan and Bal Singh respectively
Which of the above three statements is/are in conformity with the information provided in the passage?

A Option I

B Option II

C Options I and II

D Options II and III

E Option I, II and III

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Please read the three reports (newspaper articles) on ranking of different players and products in smart phones
industry and answer the questions that follow.

Report 1: (Feb, 2013)

Apple nabs crown as current top US mobile phone vendor

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Report 2: Reader’s Response (2013, Feb)

Report 3: Contradictory survey (Feb, 2013)

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took third and fourth spots, while Apple’s iPhone5 landed in fifth spot. It appears that Apple may be lagging in
consumer interest. OnDevice Research, Sarah Quinn explained, “Although Apple created one of the most
revolutionary devices of the past decade, other manufactures have caught up, with some Android powered
devices now commanding higher levels of user satisfaction.” Despite the lower rankings, things aren’t looking
too bad for Apple Inc. (NASDAQ:AAPL) elsewhere. In the United Kingdom, they ranked second place, right after
HTC One X. Interesting enough, Apple did take top spot for overall satisfaction of mobile device, whereas
Google Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOG) ranked second. Motorola Mobility Holdings Inc. (NYSE:NOK) took third, fourth,
and fifth places respectively, while Sony Ericsson trailed behind at sixth place. The survey sampled mobile
device users in the following countries: United States, United Kingdom, France, Germany, Japan, and Indonesia.
Although OnDevice didn’t share the full list of devices mentioned in the survey, it does show some insight to
what customers want. Unfortunately, there were still many questions regarding the survey that were left
unanswered. Everyone wants to know why Google Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOG) was on the list when they are not an
actual smartphone maker and why was Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. (LON:BC94) on the bottom of the
satisfaction list when the brand is leading elsewhere.

Source: 92.825 US mobile users, July 2012 - January 2013

Fortunately, those questions were answered by OnDevice Research’s representative. He explained that the
survey was conducted on mobile web where the survey software could detect the taker’s device and since
user’s rate their satisfaction levels on a 1 to 10 scale, thanks to the Nexus device, Google was included.
Question 61
If report1 and report3 are both correct, which of the following can be a reason for seemingly divergent ranks
reported for different companies and their products?

A OnDevice has been paid by Motorola to publish.

B Customers in France, in report3, have voted Samsung as the favorite company.

C Customers in Japan, in report3, have voted Samsung as the favorite company.

D Sales and satisfaction may not be perfectly related with each other.

E None of the above.

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Read the following case-let and choose the best alternative for the questions that follow.

Ajay was thinking deeply about a problem that his organization, a business consulting company, faced.

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Globalization had affected his company like many other companies. Despite the downturn, the current revenues
remained healthy. However, Ajay knew it was inevitable that the company could not do business the same way.
The complexity of managing the business had increased with time. Consultants were under pressure to deliver
good and innovative solutions. The organization had consultants from different age groups having a good mix
of domain and industry expertise. It was a flat organization with three levels. The biggest challenge for Ajay was
to have consultants with latest knowledge who would also earn revenues. Getting additional business was a
challenge as all the consultants were busy and it was very difficult to hire new consultants.
Question 62
Some of the consultants were adept at applying old solutions to new problems. Ajay was not very
sure if this would work for long. Some of the clients had complained about the performance of
old and reputed consultants. Ajay was mulling over the following five solutions to tackle this problem.

1.Decrease time spent on client interaction and increase time spent for generating solutions.
2.Increase support staff to help consultants to remain updated.
3.Decrease the number of simultaneous projects handled by consultants.
4.Make it compulsory for consultants to work on inter-industry and inter-domain problems.
5.Recruit more consultants.
Which of the following would be the best sequence of decisions taken by Ajay (starting from immediate to
distant)?

A 3, 2, 1, 5, 4

B 4, 3, 2, 1, 5

C 5, 4, 3, 2, 1

D 2, 4, 5, 1, 3

E 1, 5, 4, 3, 2

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Read the following case - let and answer the questions that follow

A Only produce “quickie - quick” as it gives highest profits.

B Increase the production for “quickie - quick” and ask the supplier for better quality raw material.

C Maintain the level of production for “quickie - quick” and ask the supplier for better quality raw material.

D Reduce the production of “quickie - quick” till committee submits its report.

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E Stop production of “quickie - quick” till committee submits its report.

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Analyse the following caselet and answer the questions that follow:

Recently a private food testing agency reported the presence of a harmful chemical in Crunchy Chips, a product
of a fast moving consumer goods giant. The report sparked a nationwide Outcry.
Question 64
An independent and trustworthy confidante of Rajan Shekhawat, the CEO of the company, informed him that
one of their main competitors had bribed the food testing agency to manipulate the report.

Which of the following actions will BEST help Crunchy Chips to bounce back?

A Proclaim over the media that their product is completely safe.

B Secretly hire a food testing agency to ascertain the quality of the competitor’s product.

C Hire another food testing agency to test and communicate the outcome to the consumers.

D File a defamation case against the competitor for their alleged involvement in the conspiracy

E File a defamation case against the food testing agency.

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Analyse the following caselet and answer the questions that follow:

Indian Institute of Research is a Government-established body to promote research. In addition to helping in

policy making, it also provides free online access to all the articles to the public. It has a mission of publishing
high quality research articles. Till 2010, the publication of articles was very slow because there was no
incentive for researchers to publish. Researchers stuck to the mandatory one article a year. Most of the
researchers engaged in offering consultancy and earned extra income. Since its inception, the institute was
considered the best place for cutting edge research. The new director of the institute was not happy with the
work done by researchers in silo and came out with a new research policy in 2013 to increase research output
and improve collaboration among researchers. It was decided that extra benefits would be offered to
researchers with new publications. As a result, the number of research articles increased fourfold in 2014. At
the 2015 annual audit, an objection was raised against increased expenses towards remuneration for
researchers. Further, the Government opined that the publication was itself a reward and hence researchers
need be paid nothing extra. The director tried to defend his policy but the response from the government was
not encouraging.
l. Note: Auditors role is to verify accounts.
Question 65
The director still wanted to persuade the government to review its stand. He had framed the following
arguments:
1. Most famous researchers in the world are also the highest paid.
2. American institute of research gives extra benefits to its scientists.

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3. This year’s highest paid researcher had won the Noble Prize last year.
Considering the Government to be reasonable which of the following options is UNLIKELY to convince the
Government?
A 1 and 2

B 2 only

C 2 and 3

D 1 and 3

E 1, 2 and 3

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Read the following case - let and answer the questions that follow

Intercontinental Business Manufacturing (IBM) was doing a roaring business. Demand of the products was high
and supply of raw - material was abundant. IBM was manufacturing three different products. Some customers
bought two types of products and some bought only one. The three products were “quickie - quick”, “run - of -
the - mill”, and “maxi - max”. Customers were not complaining loudly. Ram, the product manager, was confused!
Demand for “quickie - quick “was increasing .Raw material suppliers wanted to supply lower quality at cheaper
price. It was profitable for the company to increase production .Quality department was not happy with the
product. Ram met Rahim, the CEO, who, as always, wanted higher profits. He said that IBM will set up a
committee for improving the quality.
Question 66
Some of the managers in production department were discussing the problems faced in shipping
products in time. They complained that they had to undertake responsibility of creating financial and marketing
plans in addition to responsibility of production planning. At the same time, finance
and marketing managers were to be involved in preparing production plans. It was expected that
this will reduce customer complaints. It was rumored that these changes were initiated by the managers
educated in the U.S.
Which of the following is the best possible course of action available to the affected managers?

A Create a union to safeguard their rights.

B File a law suit against the company.

C Create a forum for discussion and resolution of issues.

D Register a complaint with the human rights body.

E Go for further education to the U.S.

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Read the following scenario and answer the THREE questions that follow.

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Kasta, a small industrial town hosted a steel plant and its associated ancillary companies. Most of its residents
were steel plant employees from different states of the country. While the town offered employment
opportunities, it lacked an airport. For those wanting to fly, the nearest airport was in Michaelganj, 100 kms
from Kasta. To reach the airport, people rented taxi services available at Kasta, and Prabhu was one such taxi-
service provider.
Prabhu’s rates were reasonable — a trip to airport cost Rs. 2200, but for a round trip, the fare was Rs. 3000. Yet,
it was not just the affordability that made him popular, his reputation for punctuality and reliability was
unmatched. When it came to ensuring the safety of women travelling alone, he would always be the first choice.
Such was his trustworthiness that even the steel plant would solicit his services when expecting solo female
visitors. Moreover, whenever residents encountered issues with their personal cars, they would turn to Prabhu
for help.
However, the world shifted when the COVID-19 pandemic struck. Travel restrictions and safety concerns limited
Prabhu’s trips to Michaelganj for over a year and a half. Financial strain followed, with accumulating interest on
his home loan. He was weighed down by debt, but things improved once COVID-19 travel restrictions were
lifted. Having faced financial hardships during COVID-19, he sought to offset his losses by raising the fare. Yet,
he was aware of the stiff competition in town, where many others offered services at a similar fare as his.
Question 67
After Prabhu increased his charges by 30%, the revenue flow was promising in the beginning, especially from
the steel plant’s official trips. After a few months, he noticed a dip in private bookings. On exploring further,
Prabhu realized that while women travelling solo still preferred Prabhu’s service, some of his regular customers
were choosing his competitors when travelling as a family. However, he knew that his competitors, while
charging lower than him, were still tardy and sometimes cancelled at the last minute.
Which of the following options will BEST help Prabhu to retain his revenue flow?

A Revert the pricing of services to its prior rate.

B Give 50% discount for personal trips.

C Stick to his current increased charges.

D Charge a premium when women travel solo.

E Charge a premium for the steel plant’s official trips.

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Read the following scenario and answer the three questions that follow.
The occasion was a hyper publicised switch-on ceremony of solar power facilities on an island, with many
villages, in the Bay of Bengal. PK was the brand ambassador of a Multinational Company (MNC) that was
banking heavily on this CSR initiative to strengthen its presence in India. For the millions of fans, enamoured by
the aging super star’s Robinhood like onscreen exploits, the pre-event speech of PK was their first glimpse into
his off-screen persona. After an emotional speech that extolled the virtues of electricity as a driver of wellbeing
& need for inclusive growth, PK with a flourish of his hand hit the button to remotely switch on the solar power
facilities. Tens of media cameras stationed in all the island villages, started beaming live feed across the world.
Quickly, the event turned from one of joy to something of shock and horror, as all the thatched households on
the island caught fire. A few villagers were seriously injured in the fire. Watching the coverage, PK slapped the
MNC representative standing next to him, on live camera, and collapsed on a couch with his head in his hands.
Question 68
Post the slapping incident, there was a strong social media backlash against PK. His PR team suggested the
following social media releases that he could use not only to defend himself but also to garner positive
reactions.
Which of the following social media releases will BEST help PK achieve the purpose?

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A The MNC deserved more than just a slap for its irresponsible actions.

B He reacted as the sight of the villages ablaze was unbearable.

C His onscreen Robinhood image influences his off-screen behaviour.

D The plight of the islanders deserved an immediate delivery of justice.

E He strongly believes in an eye for an eye.

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Analyse the following caselet and answer the question that follow:

Chatterjee, the MLA of Trikathapur, owes his election success to his close friend and businessman Ghosh. The
victory had appeared unlikely for Chatterjee after the arrival of Bhowmick, a budding politician with hordes of
money. However, his clean image along with Ghosh’s money ensured Chatterjee’s resounding victory.
Question 69
After the elections, Ghosh requested Chatterjee to sanction the land adjoining his factory, for expansion.
However, the requested government land was a green belt reducing harmful pollution from the factory.

Which of the following is the BEST option for Chatterjee in these circumstances?

Chatterjee should approve the sale only after Ghosh plants a large number of trees around the factory
A
and the city.

Chatterjee should oblige Ghosh provided he recruits 20 locals as his employees on condition that they
B
plant and maintain a tree each in their locality.

C As Ghosh is paying market rates Chatterjee should approve the sale with no rides.

Chatterjee should approve the sale and ensure that the green belt is shifted to a different tract of land
D
outside the city, purchased from the proceeds of the sale.

E Chatterjee should unconditionally approve the transfer of the land to Ghosh as a token of gratitude.

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tickets are non-amendable (except the passenger's name) and cannot be cancelled. Free ticket cannot be
exchanged for cash or kind with anybody. Cozy_travel will try its best to secure the free ticket as per the
request. However, ticket confirmation is subject to airline schedule and set availability in airlines selected and
finalized by Cozy_travel from specific available airlines.
Cool_yatra Offer: Book any air ticket of any airline on Cool_yatra.com on or after December 21, 2010 and get
your next ticket free. Under this offer, only the base fare of the free ticket will be refunded by Cool_Yatra.com.
The customer will have to bear the rest of the charges (other fees and surcharges). The value of the base fare
will be refunded to the passenger on/after March 1 or fifteen days after completion of travel on the free ticket
(whichever is later). The free ticket can be booked only on Gaga Air flights. The free ticket must be booked
within fifteen days of booking the original ticket, and the travel date of the free ticket must be fifteen days after
the booking date of the free ticket. There must be a seven-day gap between the travel date of the main/original
ticket and the free ticket. The travel date of the free ticket should be on or before February 28, 2011. The free
ticket cannot be transferred. On cancellation of the original ticket(s), you no longer remain eligible for the free
ticket(s).
Easy_travel Cash Back Offer: Easy travel offers 25% cash back on all air ticket bookings between December 5,
2010 and February 28, 2011 using CeeCee net banking service or its debit/credit card. The cashback amount
will be credited back to the customer's account within twenty-one days of making the transaction. Maximum
cashback during the period is Gs. 400 per person per ticket, and the total amount that can be claimed by the
customer is Gs. 2,400.
Ek Ke Sath Ek Offer from Easy_travel: Book an AirSpice ticket with Easy_travel using any credit/debit card, and
get another ticket absolutely free. The free tickets will be issued on AirSpice on its entire network. The offer is
valid for sale from January 11, 2011 to January 31, 2011. The free ticket must be booked at least fifteen days
prior to the date of travel and needs to be completed within the offer period. The promotion code for the free
ticket will get activated only seven days after booking the main ticket. Easy_travel will charge a handling fee of
Gs. 1000/- per person for any amendments made on the main ticket. Cancellations of tickets purchased under
this offer are not permitted. The free ticket obtained under this offer can not be exchanged for cash and cannot
be re-routed.
Question 70
Suppose the offer from Cool_yatra became the most popular, and the other two agencies have sought help
from business consultants to make their offers more attractive. Identify the best recommendation among the
following.

Recommendation for the Ek Ke Sath Ek Offer of Easy_travel: Negotiate with Gaga Air to come up with an
A
offer that provides one free ticket for every main ticket booked in Air Spice.

Recommendation for the Cash Back Offer of Easy_travel: Ensure that cash back amount will be credited
B
back to the customer’s account within fifteen days.

Recommendation for the offer from Cozy_travel: Reduce the number of free tickets to one and
C applicable only for air ticket booking (not for other service), but allow customers to book their free ticket
from Cozy_travel.com in Gaga Air or comparable airlines without any date restrictions.

Recommendation for the Ek Ke Sath Ek Offer of Easy_travel: Negotiate with Gaga Air to come up with an
D offer that provides one free ticket for every main ticket booked in Gaga Air and run both offers
simultaneously.

Recommendation for the offer from Cozy_travel : Do not allow customers to transfer tickets to others,
E but disclose that Cozy_travel will consider both GagaAir and AirSpice flights that connect all cities in
Gagan for issuing free tickets.

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Read the following scenario and answer the three questions that follow.
Amish is the marketing head of an e-commerce firm named FillInCart (FICT). Recently, FICT signed a contract
with a top celebrity to endorse their firm. A few months later, the celebrity was signed as the ambassador to
promote tourism in a small country, Wadiya, ruled by a dictator. The dictator, in his zeal to bring peace to the
region, brutally supressed an armed uprising in Wadiya. He is currently facing sanctions, imposed by a few
countries. When the news of the celebrity’s association with Wadiya becomes public, calls for boycott of FICT
start trending on social media.
Question 71
FICT’s closest competitor, ShopAtUs (SAU), wants to grab this opportunity. They have come up with a slogan,
“Never at the cost of human rights!” which has started trending in the social media. Amish is unsure if he
should respond to the social media campaign of the competitor.
Which of the following options, if true, will BEST assure Amish that SAU’s slogan is not affecting FICT’s
business negatively?

FICT’s average monthly sales volume has increased by 5% since the SAU slogan launch, driven by the
A
sales to repeat customers.

FICT’s average monthly sales revenue has decreased by 3% overall when compared with the same
B
month previous year.

C Number of visitors to FICT’s home page has increased by 15% since the SAU slogan launch.

More people are looking for Cash on Delivery for the high-end products since the SAU slogan launch,
D
which is against company’s policies.

E FICT’s average monthly sales revenue has increased by 1% overall since last month.

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Once a month, the Churna women would arduously trek with the surplus produce to Tendua. In the Tendua
market, they convey the virtues of their produce through a beautiful song and dance routine. Reputed for their
hard-bargaining skills, they always manage to extract a premium barter from the traders, more than fulfilling all
their other material needs.
Question 72
Damdu, an ambitious trader of Tendua, wants to have exclusive access to all the surplus produce from Churna.
Which of the following offers to the Churna village will BEST help Damdu achieve her objective?

Damdu should offer to set up a shop in Churna, which will barter all the material requirements of the
A
village.

B Damdu should offer to provide colourful sarees that the women of Churna fancy.

Damdu should offer to transport the villagers’ monthly material purchases from Tendua to Churna for
C
free.

D Damdu should offer to educate the Churna villagers about cash transactions.

E Damdu should offer novel products, unseen by the Churna villagers.

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Read the following case and choose the best alternative.

Ranjan Tuglak, the youngest cabinet minister of the newly elected coalition, glanced through the notes prepared
by his secretary regarding the recent controversies on racket, the most popular game of the country. While
International Racket Association (IRC) has agreed to implement Drug Testing Code (DTC) promoted by World
Athletic and Gamer Federation, Racket Club which controls the entire racket related activities (unlike any other
sports and games of the country) had some reservations regarding the initiative. Majority of the citizens waited
for the international competitions eagerly and were fanatical about their country's participation in them. As a
result of the popularity of the game, 70% of the total revenue associated with the game originates from the
country. Hence Racket Club has high bargaining power with IRC and can change any decision that is not aligned
with its interests. Three most popular and senior players, including the captain, are against the application of
DTC citing security reasons. A decision against the interests of these players may result in law and order
problems throughout the country. Other players support the decision of their senior colleagues and if Racket
Club refuses to agree, players may support Counter Racket Club, a new national level initiative. Counter Racket
Club may threaten the monopoly of Racket Club, if it succeeds to attract some popular racket players.

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President of Racket Club and Ranjan belong to different political coalitions and he can use Counter
A
Racket Club against the opponent.

B Next World cup is scheduled to be held in a country which has adopted DTC as the guiding principle.

C Ranjan is interested in reducing the popularity of racket in country

D As the cabinet minister, Ranjan has the power to take such a decision.

E Top three international teams (and respective national clubs) are keen to implement DTC.

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Instructions
Read the following case - let and answer the question that follow

Question 74
Now, Reddy and Rao were in a quandary whether the company should go ahead and market the drug. They
contacted Raj Adduri, a common friend for advice. Adduri was of the opinion that given the risky nature of the
launch, it may be a better idea to test the market. Rao and Reddy realized test marketing would cost 10
crores. Adduri told them the previous test marketing results have been favourable 70% of times and
success rate of products favourably tested was 80%. Further, when test marketing results were unfavourable;
the products have been successful 30% of the times.
How much profit can the company expect to make if the product is launched after favourable test marketing
results(assume there are no additional costs)?

A 11.5 crores

B 10 crores

C 8.5 crores

D 13.8 crores

E 24 crores

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Analyse the following caselet and answer the questions that follow:

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work done by researchers in silo and came out with a new research policy in 2013 to increase research output
and improve collaboration among researchers. It was decided that extra benefits would be offered to
researchers with new publications. As a result, the number of research articles increased fourfold in 2014. At
the 2015 annual audit, an objection was raised against increased expenses towards remuneration for
researchers. Further, the Government opined that the publication was itself a reward and hence researchers
need be paid nothing extra. The director tried to defend his policy but the response from the government was
not encouraging.
l. Note: Auditors role is to verify accounts.
Question 75
The director wanted to promote good decision making at Indian Institute of Research. A few trusted colleagues
offered the following suggestions:
1. Auditors need not be allowed to object to extra benefits schemes.
2. Auditors need not pin-point sudden increase in expenditure.
3. Auditors need not be consulted before taking any policy level decision.

Which of the following combination of options should the director agree THE MOST with?

A 1 and 2

B 2 only

C 2 and 3

D 1 and 3

E 1, 2 and 3

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Instructions
Read the following case – let and answer the that follow

Ms. Banerjee, class teacher for 12th standard, wants to send teams (based on past performance) of three
students each to district, state, national, and international competition in mathematics.Till now, every student of
the class has appeared in 100 school level tests. The students had following distribution of marks in the tests,
in terms of “average” and “number of times a student scored cent per cent marks”.

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Ms. Banerjee has carefully studied chances of her school winning each of the competitions. Based on in - depth
calculations, she realized that her school is quite likely to win district level competition but has low chances of
winning the international competition. She listed down the following probabilities of wins for different
competitions. Prize was highest for international competition and lowest for district level competition (in that
order).

All the students are studying in the school for last twelve years. She wanted to select the best team for all four
competitions (Ms. Banerjee had no other information to select students).
Question 76
Ms. Banerjee has to select the team for national competition after she has selected the team for
international competition. A student selected for international competition cannot be a part of national
competition. Which is the best team for the national competition?

A 1,7,4

B 8,9,10

C 2,8,14

D 3,6,1

E Any of remaining students, as it would not matter

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their manners, habits and language than about schooling. They wanted the trust to either start a separate shift
for such children or remove them from the school since they are supporting them. On the other hand, the
parents of the poor children complained of bullying and teasing and shared their concern regarding the mental
trauma their children undergo. While Mrs. Bhalla, by no means wants to yield to the demands of the affluent
parents, she also cannot ignore them since some of them have been making substantial donations to the
school.
Question 77
Which of the following is most likely to get the affluent parents to accept the school’s policy?

A Accept the suggestion of affluent parents to start a separate shift for the poor students.

Invite professionals to conduct workshop for the poorer children so that they learn basic manners,
B
habits and language.

C Meet the two parent groups separately, understand their key concerns and seek solutions from both.

D Invite the founder of the school to clarify to all parents the school’s policy.

Share the fact, that the government instituted school ranking, places 25% weight to policies similar to the
E
school's.

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Instructions
For the following questions answer them individually
Question 78
Wind turbine maker Leone Energy posted a net loss of Rs. 250 crore for the fourth quarter ended March 31,
2010 as against a net profit of Rs.350 crore in the same quarter a year - ago. In the financial year 2009 - 10, the
company clocked a gross income of Rs.6,517 crore, as against Rs.9,778 crore in the previous year. Leone
Energy clocked a loss of Rs.1,100 crore in 2009 - 10, as against a net profit of Rs.320 crore in 2008 - 09. The
sales revenues stood at Rs.22,400 crore fo the year, approximately 21 per cent less against Rs. 28,350 crore
last year. For the financial year ending March 31, 2010, Leone Energy’s sales volume (in terms of capacity of
projects executed) was 4,560 MW from 2,935 MW a year ago. The CEO of Leone Energy in his message to
shareholders suggested that the poor performance of the company was the result of adverse economic
conditions during the year ended March 31, 2010 . You are a shareholder owning 5% of the shares of Leone
Energy, have seen the stock price decline by more than 50% during the year 2009 - 10, and are quite upset with
the way the management has been handling the business. You have decided to confront the management at
the next shareholders’ meeting and have chosen the following 5 point to argue against the CEO’s version of the
story. In light of the above paragraph, select the most appropriate order of these 5 statements that you, as a
disappointed shareholder, should adopt as a stringing and robust preface in your case against the management
in front of the management and other shareholders.
a. The management is not doing its best to maintain the profitability of the company.
b. The company has actually increased its sales volume during the year under consideration.
c. The adverse economic conditions have led to a worldwide increase in the adoption of alternative energy
sources, reflecting in all - time highest profits for wind turbine makers in both developed and developing
countries.
d. The management has been lax with its employees as the management enjoys a large set of benefits from the
company that they would have to forgo if they became strict with employees.
e. The company is trying to increase sales by charging lower, unprofitable prices.

A b, c, a

B a, c, b

C b, e, c

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D c, b, e

E e, b, c

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Instructions
Answer questions on the basis of information given in the following case.

Now, the foremost challenge for Mohan was to sort out this issue with Ram. Mohan knew that replacing Ram
with Kishan was difficult as Kishan did not want to leave Delhi. However, giving a freehand to Ram might have
long term negative consequences. Mohan was confused about the future of course of actions.
Question 79
Mohan sought feedback from a few of his businessmen friends, who were familiar with both the branches. Here
is what they said:
- Businessman 1 : Customers of Connaught place and Panipat are very different.
- Businessman 2 : Customers in Panipat are extremely happy with Ram’s behaviour.
- Businessman 3 : Panipat branch does not use the same quality of ingredients but maintains good hygiene and
taste.
- Businessman 4 : Who knows, tomorrow the customers of Panipat might also appreciate what Connaught
place customers appreciate today!

If Mohan thinks all these are valid concerns, which of the following actions would be best for the business?

A Training Kishan to replace Ram in a few months.

B Not worrying about ingredients as long as business grows.

C Bringing Ram to Connaught place branch.

D Naming the Panipat branch as ‘Ram’s’, and changing it back to Mohan’, when needed.

E Asking Kishan to run the Panipat branch.

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On a Friday afternoon, Ashraf receives an email from Sridevi, the HR head. It reads, “Hi, I need an urgent favour
from you; please respond if you are free.” It was the first time that Sridevi ever contacted him. Surprised, Ashraf
immediately replies back saying, “Sure! How can I help you, Sridevi? Regards, Ashraf.” In a couple of minutes, he
receives a reply: “Ashraf, I am in the middle of an important meeting, but have to urgently send gift vouchers
worth ₹50,000 to one of our important clients. If you could, please purchase and send the gift vouchers to the
email address given below, at the earliest.” Ashraf , without any delay, sends gift vouchers worth ₹50,000 to the
given email address.
Question 80
Ashraf feels happy after this brief email interaction with Sridevi.
Which of the following statements, if true, will BEST make Ashraf strongly hopeful about his imminent
promotion?

A Sridevi is known for her elite social circle and extravagant life style.

Ashraf has heard from his industry friends that HR heads accept favours for recommending employees’
B
promotions.

C It is for the first time ever that Sridevi directly approached Ashraf to contact a client.

D Ashraf’s immediate junior, Shamsher, who worked closely with Sridevi, was promoted last year.

E Sridevi chose Ashraf over others for help, while in the midst of a meeting with the top management.

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Read the following scenario and answer the three questions that follow.
Churna is a peaceful village, surrounded by thickly forested high hills that isolate it from the rest of the world.
Agriculture is the main occupation of the Churna villagers. Moreover, the forests provide seasonal fruits, tubers,
medicinal herbs, and other forest produce in abundance. For all material needs not produced locally, the Churna
villagers depend on Tendua, a faraway town.
Once a month, the Churna women would arduously trek with the surplus produce to Tendua. In the Tendua
market, they convey the virtues of their produce through a beautiful song and dance routine. Reputed for their
hard-bargaining skills, they always manage to extract a premium barter from the traders, more than fulfilling all
their other material needs.
Question 81
The head woman of Churna grants exclusive access to the surplus produce to Damdu. However, Damdu’s
euphoria dies down when she finds fewer takers for Churna’s produce in Tendua. This trend continues for the
next few months.
Which of the following could be the MOST possible reason for Damdu finding fewer takers for Churna’s produce
at Tendua?

A Damdu cannot sing and dance simultaneously.

B Hard bargaining experience offered by Churna’s women is missed by the traders of Tendua.

The traders in the Tendua market miss the aesthetics of the beautiful song and dance by Churna
C
women.

D Churna’s produce is one of the many items in Damdu’s inventory.

E The Churna women offered the authenticity that Damdu could not match.

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Instructions
Read the following case and choose the best alternative Guruji's guidance

Saddened by the lack of support from the locals, Bhola took up the issue with the government. He met the chief
minister of the state to find out if government could regulate the developmental activities to prevent
environmental degradation. However, the chief minister told Bhola that such an action would slow down the
economic progress. That also meant loss of substantial tax revenues for the government.

After mulling over the issues, he went to his mentor "Guruji". Guruji realized that it was really a difficult puzzle: if
one saves the environment, there seems to be no development and if the people and the government sought
development, the environment and hence future of this planet and human beings was at stake. After careful
thought, he felt that the dilemma could be resolved. He fixed up a meeting with Bhola to answer Bhola's queries.
Question 82
Visualising he was heading the state government, Bhola thought of a likely problematic situation. Five years
have passed. In these five years, Bhola has initiated a lot of pro-environment steps, including making people
aware of the fact that it was this pristine environment which brought in tourists in the first place. Now he faced
state elections. The opposition accused him of stopping development and causing unemployment under the
guise of environment protection. If Bhola were to consider this accusation as a short-term battle, which option
would Guruji suggest to Bhola to score a quick win?

Accuse the opposition of having vested interests as the opposition leaders were denied licences for
A
opening new hotels.

B Point out the improvement in environment since the implementation of pro- environment policies.

Compare the unemployment levels since the implementation of the pro- environment policies and if they
C
are less, accuse the opposition of making baseless charges.

Point out that this government had initiated a regular cleaning-up drive and the opposition did not
D
consider the data regarding the people who were employed in that drive.

E Call the charges as baseless accusations being used to malign the good work he had done.

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Read the following scenario and answer the THREE questions that follow.
Kasta, a small industrial town hosted a steel plant and its associated ancillary companies. Most of its residents
were steel plant employees from different states of the country. While the town offered employment
opportunities, it lacked an airport. For those wanting to fly, the nearest airport was in Michaelganj, 100 kms
from Kasta. To reach the airport, people rented taxi services available at Kasta, and Prabhu was one such taxi-
service provider.
Prabhu’s rates were reasonable — a trip to airport cost Rs. 2200, but for a round trip, the fare was Rs. 3000. Yet,
it was not just the affordability that made him popular, his reputation for punctuality and reliability was
unmatched. When it came to ensuring the safety of women travelling alone, he would always be the first choice.
Such was his trustworthiness that even the steel plant would solicit his services when expecting solo female
visitors. Moreover, whenever residents encountered issues with their personal cars, they would turn to Prabhu
for help.
However, the world shifted when the COVID-19 pandemic struck. Travel restrictions and safety concerns limited
Prabhu’s trips to Michaelganj for over a year and a half. Financial strain followed, with accumulating interest on
his home loan. He was weighed down by debt, but things improved once COVID-19 travel restrictions were
lifted. Having faced financial hardships during COVID-19, he sought to offset his losses by raising the fare. Yet,
he was aware of the stiff competition in town, where many others offered services at a similar fare as his.
Question 83
Prabhu decided to increase the taxi fare for all future trips. He planned to charge Rs. 3000 for a one-way trip to
the airport, and Rs. 1000 more for a round trip.
Which of the following facts will BEST help Prabhu’s regular customers in accepting the increase in fare?

A Because, the cost of living has gone up in Kasta.

B Because, Prabhu is punctual and reliable.

C Because, Prabhu is facing financial hardships.

D Because, Prabhu offers repair services to residents’ car-related issues.

E Because, Prabhu serves many top officials of the steel plant.

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A Increase the income of doctors and paramedics, and the ambiance of the hospital.

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B Give 30% discount on medicines purchased from the hospital store.

C Increase the income of doctors and the number of paramedics.

D Raise income of doctors and reduce the waiting time of patients.

Allow doctors to choose patients based on income levels, thus profiting both patients and the
E
organization.

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Read the following caselet and answer questions that follow:
Divya grew up in a business family in Hyderabad. As a Systems engineer she travelled extensively on business
deals and later settled in her in-law’s place in Warangal. Once during her visit to Thailand she got to taste some
roll over ice cream. Interestingly, a few weeks later, she came across an advertisement from a reputed
Bangalore based Rollover Handcrafted Ice Cream Company calling for expression of interest from potential
franchises.
Warangal did not have any quality ice cream parlour. The company wanted the potential franchisees to invest
Rs. 20 lacs and 700 square feet space. Profits were to be shared in 3:7 ratio between the company and the
franchisee. Divya was excited, but was wondering if Rs. 20 lacs was too much to invest. Further, she did not
have the entire amount and was thinking of taking a loan. She enquired with the Rollover franchisees and found
that a franchisee in Hyderabad had sales revenue varying between 5 and 6 lacs rupees per month with a profit
margin between 25-30%. Divya decided to go ahead.
Warangal had three main areas -Kazipet, Jangaon and Warangal. All areas were linked by good roads. Kazipet
was a business area where most high end retail formats were located. It was also the education hub of the city.
Jangaon, on the other hand, was a growing lower middle class business area and Warangal was mostly
residential.
Divya favoured Kazipet. However, she soon encountered problems. Not only was it difficult to obtain space in
Kazipet but property rentals touched 30-40 rupees per square feet per month as against Jangaon and Warangal
where it was 15-20 rupees per square feet per month. Divya’s friend, who lived in Jangaon, told her that a few
branded outlets were opening in Jangaon and it appeared to be the fastest growing market in Warangal with the
highest percentage of teenagers. But, Divya was not in favour of Jangaon. She hoped to target college going
crowd of Kazipet. High real estate prices in Kazipet and lower profitability estimate in Jangaon market
confused Divya.
Question 85
Which of the following options, if true, would most likely interest Divya to start a franchise?

A Doctors of the area do not consider Ice cream to be a major cause of obesity.

B A bank is ready to give her a quick loan.

C She can charge high prices for her ice creams without losing customers.

D Her friend who runs a restaurant recently in Kazipet is doing good business.

E In recent times, a couple of franchisees shut down within months of starting.

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Read the following caselet and choose the best alternative:

He asked his minister of water resources about the bidding process for allocation of rights to setup mini-hydel
power plants. To this, the minister replied that his ministry had followed the laid out policies of the government.
Water resources were allocated to those private companies that bid the highest and were technically
competent. The minister continued that later on some new companies had shown interest and they were
allowed to enter the sector as per the guidelines of the Government. This, the minister added, would facilitate
proper utilization of water resources and provide better services to the citizens. The new companies were
allocated the rights at the price set by the highest bidders in the previous round of bidding. After hearing this,
the head of the nation replied that one would expect the later allocations to be done after a fresh round of
bidding. The minister of water resources replied that his ministry had taken permissions from the concerned
ministries before allocating the resources to the new companies.
Question 86
Looking at the public unrest and discontent, the Government's anti-corruption branch was with the task of
investigating the matter. Within a week's time the branch chargesheeted top corporate managers and the
minister for wrong doings. Mr. Swamy was again asked to identify the guilty. Who should Mr. Swamy pick?

A Only corporate managers.

B Only the minister.

C Only the Head of the nation.

D All of the above.

E None of the above.

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on the basis of the following letter.
To the Chairman:
Dear Mr. Sailesh,
At the December 3, 2011 meeting, it was decided that no two officers would hold positions on the same
committee. It has recently come to my attention that both Chaitanya Rao and Ajit Singh will be serving in
some capacity on the Cultural Committee, and both have been nominated for officer status. As you know,
this is in direct disregard for the rules as voted by the Members Council last December 3, 2011. I would
hope that sufficient action be taken by the Disciplinary Committee (on which committee both of the above are
members) so that this problem will be remedied.
Sincerely,
Arvind Singh
Question 87

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If both the nominations are confirmed, which of the following exhaustively and reasonably, describes actions
that may occur in the near future?
A Arvind resigns his membership.

B Either Rao or Ajit resigns his membership.

C Ajit resigns his committee post on the Cultural Committee.

D Rao resigns his position on the Cultural Committee.

Either Rao or Ajit resigns his position from the Cultural Committee, and the other resigns his position on
E
the Disciplinary Committee.

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Read the following scenario and answer the THREE questions that follow.
Comprehension:
Raghubir, a reputed doctor, practices medicine in a tier-three city. He owns an importedSUV which he bought 10
years ago, using his hard- earned savings of nearly 5 years.Initially, he used to take it for long rides, but for the
last 6-7 years, he only commutes to hisclinic, a 10-minute drive from his home.
The SUV has been his proud possession but it demands high maintenance. Also, thediesel-guzzling SUV does
not comply with the new emission norms being introduced in thetier-one and tier-two cities. Of late, a few
newspapers reported that the new emission normsmay be introduced in tier-three cities as well. This news has
worried Raghubir.
Question 88
Raghubir is afraid that once the new emission norms are rolled out, he might not beable to use his SUV
anymore.
Which of the following options will BEST put Raghubir at ease with using his SUVfor some more time?

A His mechanic assures him that the new norms will not be introduced anytime soon

B His lawyer friends in his city recently bought non-compliant SUVs from tier-two cities

C His city has many other SUVs which are as old as his

D As a sought-after doctor, all the law enforcement officials are his patients

E Non-compliant SUVs are still plying in tier-two cities

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Read the following case and choose the best alternative Guruji's guidance

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A Yes, where there is a will, there is a way.

B No, saving the Earth for our children is more important than earning money.

C Yes, Bhola should do business while ensuring no environmental damage is done.

D Yes, but only if the government puts strict environment regulations in place.

E Bhola should stop thinking about such a dilemma.

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Answer questions on the basis of information given in the following case.
Life saving Pharmaceuticals ( LSP) is India - based Pharmaceuticals Company. Their business mostly revolves
around a couple of generic drugs and a few patented drugs. LSP operates in 30 odd countries and more than
50% of their sales volume is from outside India.
Question 90
Mr. Rastogi, HR head of LSP, is contemplating of transferring MR. Jose, from India to their Luxembourg office.
Mr. Jose’s wife is also with the HR department of LSP. The couple is expecting their first child within next four
months and hence they want to be together. Mr. Rastogi is wondering whether Mr.Jose would accept the
transfer. If he doesn’t, Mr. Rastogi would have to send a less competent person for this job as early as possible.
The office in Luxembourg is very important for the company’s future. It is at its nascent stage and does not yet
have an HR department. Hence, it is not possible to transfer Mrs. Jose to Luxembourg.
Which of the following options would be most appropriate, from the organization’s perspective, to resolve the
issue?

A Giving a salary hike to Mr. Jose with a promise to transfer Mrs.Jose to Luxembourg in the near future.

B Giving Mrs. Jose option to work from home while in Luxembourg so that she can be with Mr.Jose.

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C Giving Mr. Jose option to work from India for the time being so that he can be with Mrs. Jose in India.

Giving a salary hike to Mr. Jose to compensate for Mrs. Jose’s salary so that she can join Mr. Jose at
D
Luxembourg, even with loss of pay.

E Asking Mr. Jose to accept the offer right now but give him up to six months to join Luxembourg office.

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Read the following scenario and answer the three questions that follow.
Saradeep was the proprietor of Saradeep & Sons Pvt. Ltd., an auto parts manufacturing company. He had three
children--Taapsi, Kesar and Sandeep. His wife passed away when Sandeep, the youngest kid of the family, was
only eight years old. Taapsi, being the eldest sibling, was more of a mother to Kesar and Sandeep.
Taapsi and Kesar joined Saradeep’s business right after college because Saradeep trusted them immensely. He
once told Kesar, “I want key positions to be held by the people I trust."
Saradeep wanted Sandeep also to join his business like Kesar and Taapsi. Saradeep felt that Sandeep had a
strong business sense, probably the best among his three children. Hence, Saradeep wanted Sandeep to take
his higher education in business studies. However, Sandeep had other aspirations; he wanted to become a
lawyer. Of late, he was offered admission to the prestigious National Law School, Bengaluru. As soon as he
received the admission offer, he rushed to share this news with his family members.
Question 91
Kesar was also concerned about Taapsi’s reaction to Sandeep joining the National Law School. She wanted to
be a fashion designer; however, Saradeep dissuaded her from doing anything other than production
engineering. She was very upset with her father’s decision back then; nevertheless, over time, she became a
staunch supporter of her father’s values and beliefs. Currently, she headed one of the plants, which also
happened to be the best run company plant. Kesar felt that she would not take Sandeep’s decision well; she
might try to prevent Sandeep from pursuing higher studies in Law.
Which of the following, if true, will BEST assuage Kesar’s fear regarding Taapsi?

Taapsi, in a marked departure from family tradition, was fully supported by her family when she decided
A
to marry her batchmate, soon after college.

Taapsi, in a fashion school convocation speech, said that she still harboured a dream of quitting the
B
family business for becoming a fashion designer.

C Taapsi mentored an online start-up, dedicated to women’s fashion, in her free time.

D When Sandeep was eight, he supported Taapsi’s desire to pursue fashion designing.

E Taapsi gifted Sandeep a sports bike on his 19th birthday even when Saradeep was completely against it.

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Answer question based on the following information
Every Saturday, the members of Raja Harish Chandra Club meet in the evening. All the member of the club are
honest and never lie. Last Saturday, the following conversation was heard at one of the table with five members
sitting around it.

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Satya Sadhan: In this club not all members are friends with each other.
Satyabrata: None of the pair of friends in this club has any common friend.
Satyajit: Every pair of member who are not friends has exactly two common friends in this club.
Satya Pramod: There are fewer than 22 people in this club.
Question 92
How many friends does Satya Sadhan have in the club?

A 2

B 3

C 5

D 7

E 8

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Read the following scenario and answer the three questions that follow.
Rohini is one of the most popular faculty members in the finance department, known for her in-class
engagement with students. Every year, she offers an elective Financial Risk and Derivatives Management in the
fourth term which gets subscribed by about hundred students. This year, owing to Covid-19, she is forced to
teach the course online, that too, in the fifth term. The fifth term is notorious for its non-negotiable teaching
slots. To enable her teaching, Rohini uses her favourite laptop, Maplebook Lite, sold by Maple.
Rohini converts her family bedroom into a “working room” because of the strong wifi signals. The room is
mostly used by Rohini for taking her classes; however, Rinku, her husband, also uses it for running his meetings.
Rohini has two children, aged 5 and 8, who use the living room as their playground. During meetings and
classes, the working room is shut to save it from unwanted disturbance and noises from the living room.
It is 3:10 p.m. and Rohini’s penultimate session of the course is going to end in twenty minutes. As usual, Rinku
enters the room with a cup of Darjeeling tea. Just before entering, he asks his kids to stop playing for some
time. He quietly places the teacup on Rohini’s study table and exits the room, leaving the door ajar. As soon as
he leaves, a tennis ball comes thundering inside, crashing into her Maplebook monitor. The monitor breaks and
Rohini’s class ends abruptly, much before the scheduled time.
Question 93
What should be BEST held responsible for the accident?

A Rinku Singh not waiting for the class to get over before serving tea

B Rohini not locking the door from inside during class hours

C The kids not checking the door before resuming play

D Covid-19 imprisoning Rohini and her children in a closeted space

E Rinku Singh leaving the door ajar

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For the following questions answer them individually

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Question 94
Analyse the following caselet and answer the question that follows:
Genius Consulting is a boutique consulting firm started by Shirish, Balram, Rahman and Xavier, four friends
from a premier business school. They committed themselves to abide by two principles: a) not to indulge in
anything unethical and b) share earnings equally.
Genius Consulting could not get a significant project till the following year, when they managed a big one after
Rahman’s father referred their firm to his top management. Convinced of the team’s talent following an
impressive presentation, the top management awarded them the project even though six other referred teams
made presentations.
The day following the presentations, they met to decide the way forward for the organization. Which of the
following choices would be the most appropriate for Genius Consulting?

A As this project violates both their principles, Genius consulting should not take up the project.

B Due to the violation of the first principle Genius consulting should not take up this project.

They should take up the project. Further, since Rahman had agreed to equal sharing, he is not entitled to
C
finder’s fee.

They should take up the project and as the referral helped them survive, Rahman should be paid finder’s
D
fee.

They should take up the project. But, in order not to violate the principles, Rahman can be paid finder’s
E
fee this year and an equal amount be deducted from his compensation the next year.

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Mrs Biswas was to retire in one year after serving in the construction department of the Gujarat government for
more than thirty years. After retirement, she wanted to spend her retired life along with Mr Biswas, a retired
school teacher in a small town in Kerala. They had two children, both studying in Bengaluru. The Biswas’ wished
to construct a house in Kerala with their life savings.
The couple gathered information about owning a house in Kerala. They had four options:
1.Buy a fully furnished house from a big developer.
2.Buy a semi-furnished house from big developer and furnish it.
3.Get a local unregistered contractor to construct a house and furnish it.
4.Mr Biswas with inputs from the family could supervise the construction of a house back in Kerala by
employing the best material, engineers, masons and labourers.
Question 95
The Kerala Government recently announced a policy: In case of major quality infringement, the builder will pay a
penalty of 50% of the price of the house in addition to the price of the house, to the client within a year of notice.
Rank in ASCENDING order the options that would ensure “control of quality”.

A 1,2,3,4

B 2,3,4,1

C 3,1,2,4

D 4,3,1,2

E 4,1,2,3

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Instructions
Read the following caselet and choose the best alternative:

Prof. Vijya, the chairperson of the Faculty Academic Committee (FAC), was trying to understand the
implications of decisions taken by the Student Placement Committee (SPC) on placement issues.

It was alleged that Biswajit, a final year student, inflated his grades in his bio-data that was sent to the
recruiters. The President of SPC requested the FAC to debar Biswajit from the campus recruitment process.
When the matter was brought up for discussion in FAC, one of theprofessors remarked that Biswajit too should
be allowed to defend himself. When Biswajit arrived for the meeting the situation became even more
challenging.

Biswajit raised the issue that many other students who had misrepresented grades to get coveted jobs had
gone scot-free. He alleged that these students were close to the President of SPC and therefore, no action was
taken against them. He stated that somebody has deliberately manipulated his grades in the bio-data.

This allegation confused the members and it was decided to adjourn the meeting. Vijya was to decide on the
next course of action.
Question 96
It was found that a large section of the students have been indulging in such practices. Unfortunately, the HR
manager of a much coveted campus recruiter, who is an alumnus of the college came to know about this.
Considering yourself in the position of that HR manager, what would be your reaction?

A Express your displeasure and stop any further recruitment from the college.

B Talk to your contact in the college and try to find out the truth.

C Do not change anything and continue the process as if nothing has happened.

D Ask the college to send a fresh set of bio-data as you wanted verified grades of the students.

E Ask the SPC to resend the details of the shortlisted students including their verified grades.

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Instructions
Answer questions on the basis of information given in the following case.

Bright Engineering College (BEC) has listed 20 elective courses for the next term and students have to choose
any 7 of them. Simran, a student of BEC, notices that there are three categories of electives: Job - oriented (J),
Quantitative - oriented (Q) and Grade - oriented (G). Among these 20 electives, some electives are both Job and
Grade - oriented but are not Quantitative - oriented (JG type). QJ type electives are both job and Quantitative -
oriented but are not Grade - oriented and QG type electives are both Quantitative and Grade - oriented but are
not Job - oriented. Simran also notes that the total number of QJ type electives is 2 less than QG type electives.
Similarly, the total number of QG type electives is 2 less than JG type and there is only 1 common elective (JQG)
across three categories. Furthermore, the number of only Quantitative - oriented electives is same as only Job -
oriented electives, but less than the number of only Grade - oriented electives. Each elective has at least one
registration and there is at least one elective in each category, or combinations of categories.
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Vijay and Raj want to avoid each other. Vijay is interested in J - type electives and wants to avoid Q - type
electives. Raj’s preference is G - type electives followed by Q - type electives. Raj noted that the number of only
G - type electives is 2. Is there a possibility that they would not share any common electives(s)?
A Yes. There is a possibility

B No. They would meet in one elective.

C No. They would not be able to avoid in two electives.

D No. They meet in five electives.

E Cannot be solved with the information given.

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Instructions
Answer questions on the basis of information given in the following case.

Dear Mr. Barua,

Best Wishes,
Mr. A. Patel
HR Director
Question 98
After a couple of weeks, Mr. Patel came to know that Dipangshu’s project leader Mr. John, a very competent
senior executive, may have wil fully influenced his team members to file a wrong complaint against Dipangshu.
Mr. John may have done it because Dipangshu has refused to tow John’s line. Mr. Patel also came to know that
Dipangshu was thinking of quitting this job. He felt regretful about his letter to Dipangshu. He wanted to resolve
the complicated situation. He was contemplating following five actions in his mind.

I. Talk to Mr. John about Dipangshu and convey to him that losing a bright employee would cost the
organization dearly.
II. Catch up with Mr. John during coffee break and convey that Dipangshu has a very good track record.
III. Chat with Dipangshu during coffee break.
IV. Catch up with Dipangshu during coffee break and convey that the organization values him.
V. Arrange a meeting among Mr. John, Dipangshu and himself to sort out the difference.

Which of the following is the best sequence of actions for resolving the problem?

A I, III, V

B II, III, V

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C I, II, IV

D I, IV, V

E III, IV, V

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A University coach was asked to select teams in three sports: Shooting, Cricket (batsmen only) and “Snakes &
Ladder”. The honest and keen observer head boy of the school informed the coach that he had observed 100
students playing the three games - shooting, cricket and “Snakes & Ladder”. In shooting, all students were given
100 chances to hit a target. In cricket, a batsman faced a maximum of 100 balls, provided he DID NOT GET OUT.
In “Snakes & Ladder”, every student could play 100 matches, one each with the other students and one against
a computer. In shooting, a player got one point for hitting the target and zero point for missing the target. In
cricket, a batsman got one point for hitting the ball and zero point for missing it. In “Snakes & Ladder”, a person
got one point for winning the game and zero for losing. To the coach’s utter surprise, the distribution of points
across all three games was the same. It was as follows:

The coach has to select a team of eleven in each sport.

Question 99
Which of the following options is the best way of selecting the Shooting team?

A The coach should select all students in 80-99 ranges.

B The coach should select both the students in 90-99 range; others can be from any of the other ranges.

C The coach should select at least 6 students between 40 and 49.

D The coach should not select students between 40 and 89.

E The coach can pick randomly any 11 players from any of the ranges.

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Recently Rakesh applied to Grow and Prosper (G&P), a multinational company engaged in construction related
operations, making inroads into many Indian states. G&P interviewed Rakesh and offered him three times his
current salary at SPCIL.
Question 100
While considering G&P’s offer, Rakesh pondered over the following facts:
1. A recent government policy made poor performance punishable by salary reduction or dismissal.
2. The first assignment at G&P is a bridge construction project in a village near Dhanbad.
3. With his current savings, Rakesh need not depend on regular income for at least six months.
4. Though an exemplary performer, Rakesh has hardly been recognized at SPCIL.
5. Based on the annual performance review at G&P, Rakesh will either earn double the salary or get fired.
Which of the following combinations of the above facts will BEST help Rakesh decide on joining G&P?

A 5, 4, 2

B 1, 3, 4

C 1, 4, 5

D 2, 4, 3

E 4, 3, 5

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A 3% of Le Baguette’s current revenue comes from Ramnagar.

B Jagdeep has managed to acquire a big space in Ramnagar at a nominal rent.

C Before starting his own bakery, Jagdeep was supplying bread to most bakeries in Ramnagar.

Ramnagar is served by 4 bakeries, with the two largest bakeries having market shares of 55% and 25%
D
respectively.

E Le Croissant’s Ramnagar branch struggles with a market share of 10%.

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Go through the following scenario and answer the THREE questions that follow.

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To prepare a dish (e.g., Dosa- Sambhar, Idli-chutney, Rajma-Chawal, Mawa-Bati), the chef has to finish nine
activities, some of which could be done simultaneously, while others could not be done simultaneously (see
diagram). One of the challenges faced by the chef was to precisely calculate the preparation time of a dish and
communicate the waiting time to the customers.
However, based on the past data, the chef had an idea about approximate time taken to complete each activity.
He had noted down the best (optimistic), worst (pessimistic) and most likely (most commonly observed) time
to finish each of the nine activities. Further, the chef realised that frequency of occurrence of most likely time
was 66.666%, and the frequency of occurrence of pessimistic and optimistic times were 16.666% each. The
diagram below shows the activities involved and the table shows the optimistic, pessimistic, and most likely
times for each activity. Time is indicated in minutes in the table below.

Question 102
Customer dissatisfaction is the difference of actual waiting time (AWT) and expected waiting time (EWT). AWT
is the actual time spent by customer before being served the dish. EWT of the customer is the time
communicated by the chef.
What is the minimum waiting time (EWT) that the chef should communicate to minimise customer
dissatisfaction?

A 38

B 33

C 40

D 42

E 35

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Read the following scenario and answer the THREE questions that follow.
Arti, CEO of an FMCG company, was under pressure from the Board of Governors (BoG) to increase diversity in
the workforce. The board wanted the company to hire candidates with vision impairment*, as it believed that
they contributed to organizations in many unique ways.
The CEO was apprehensive of hiring visually impaired candidates; she was not sure about the feasibility of
accommodating them in the current setting. Moreover, Arti was unsure as to how the visually impaired could
contribute meaningfully to the organization. (* A person, with a vision impairment in a range of 60-100 percent,
is referred to as a visually impaired person. A person with 100 percent vision impairment cannot see at all.)
Question 103
Arti wanted to follow the suggestion given by the Board of Governors; however, she was not sure if the company
was ready to accommodate candidates with 100 percent visual impairment. Also, the concern of involving such
employees in meaningful activities was constantly bothering her. Hence, she constituted a committee to come
up with recommendations that would help the company in hiring 100 percent visually impaired employees
After two months of deliberations, the committee came up with the following recommendations:
1. Hire visually impaired employees unconditionally as it is any company’s social responsibility
2. Hire visually impaired employees in the activities they can contribute
3. Ensure visually impaired friendly office space, food courts, restrooms, parking etc.
4. Allow guide dogs to assist employees with 100 percent vision impairment in the office premises
Which of the following options will BEST allay concerns as well as be fair to all stakeholders?

A 3 & 4 Only

B 2, 3 & 4 Only

C 1, 3 & 4 Only

D 1 & 3 Only

E 1, 2 & 3 Only

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Question 104
Suresh refuses to be served coffee by visually impaired baristas, but he does believe in donating to the visually
impaired. The following statements could explain why Suresh does not want to be served by visually impaired
baristas.
1. He thinks that visually impaired are inefficient at serving coffee.
2. His parents have taught him to donate, instead of accepting services from challenged individuals.
3. He believes that his refusal to be served will have adverse consequences.
4. He feels joyous amongst visually impaired; sharing his life and caring for them.
From the following, choose the option that BEST explains Suresh’s biased behaviour

A 1,3,4 Only

B 1,2,4 Only

C 1,2,3,4

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D 1,2 Only

E 2,3,4 Only

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Read the following scenario and answer the THREE questions that follow.
In recent years, complaints of sexual harassment at “Fair Consulting” had increased exponentially. Fair
Consulting had a gender-neutral, anti-sexual harassment policy and a committee to adjudicate on complaints.
During the hearing of complaints, allegations and counter-allegations would fly thick and fast. This made it
difficult for the adjudicating committee to conclusively decide on the complaints.
Question 105
The CEO of Fair Consulting wanted the adjudicating committee to reduce the number of errors while deciding
on sexual harassment complaints. The employees suggested that the committee could do the following to
reduce errors in judgment.
1. Listen to the arguments of both the complainant and the accused together
2. Listen to the arguments of both the complainant and the accused separately
3. Involve a member of women’s commission
4. Take the help of a retired judge
5. Hire a forensic expert to verify evidences
From the following, choose the MOST effective sequence that would help the committee to arrive at the right
decision.

A 2, 4, 1

B 1, 2, 4

C 2, 1 ,5

D 2, 3, 4

E 1, 2, 3

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Dileep shifts his stall to the hospital food court. He prices his plain dosa at ₹40 and masala dosa at ₹60.
However, two months on, he is serving only about 150 dosas per day. The clientele is mostly the same hospital
staff members, who had been his customers before he moved to the food court.
Which of the following actions will BEST help Dileep in increasing his sales?
A Reduce price by 20% for hospital staff, and increase the price by 50% for others

Introduce a South Indian meal, exclusively for the hospital staff members at a discounted rate of ₹40 per
B
plate

C Increase prices of all the food items by 50% and introduce a new Shezwan dosa at ₹200 a plate

Add more varieties of dosas at higher price points, and reduce plain and masala dosaprices to ₹25 and
D
₹40 respectively

E Introduce a North Indian meal, and give a discount of 20% to the hospital staff members

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Instructions
Read the following scenario and answer the THREE questions that follow.
Comprehension:
Sundaresan was a professor of Corporate Responsibility at a premium management institution. As a
requirement of his course, students had to synthesize sustainability challenges, faced by thermal power
companies and submit an assignment on them. Though it was an individual assignment, some students sought
permission from Sundaresan to work on the assignment as a team. Sundaresan knew that collaboration fosters
peer learning, and therefore, allowed them to work in teams. However, he mandated that a team should not
exceed three members. While 15 students elected to work individually, another 15 formed teams of three each,
and another 10 formed teams of two members each.
Question 107
When Sundaresan was about to grade the assignments, he received a request from the class representative
regarding the students who worked individually. The request was to give those students additional marks
because they handled the entire workload. This would improve their course grade significantly.
Which of the following is the MOST appropriate action by Sundaresan to mark the assignments?

A Reduce marks for those who worked in teams by 10%

B Divide the total marks awarded to a team by the number of team members

C Give 10% extra marks to all those who worked individually

Convert the assignment into a non-graded assignment because both the individuals andthe teams
D
worked on the same assignment

E Treat both individual work and team work equally

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water for the household, packing breakfast and lunch for her mother. In addition, she had to prepare supper. On
her mother’s insistence, Dhan also attended an evening bridge school run by an NGO. Dhan’s dream was to
provide a comfortable life to her mother and take her family out of poverty. Of late, Dhan observed that the
customers to a nearby tea-cum-savoury stall (TCS), were mostly the slum dwellers, who thronged the stall for
its low prices and lack of alternatives. Further, Dhan gathered that the TCS could not cater to all of its
customers, and the owner still made a neat Rs.800 profit per day. Dhan saw that a probable first step towards
her family’s economic independence could be to own her own TCS.
Question 108
Dhan with her ingenuity finds a way to scale up her production capacity on her own terms. Though Dhan’s TCS
has become the famous “Dhan Dhana Dhan” brand within the slum, it is still unknown to the outside world.
Thus, Dhan embarks on the next challenge of creating a market for savouries amongst the masses in the
metropolitan region.
From the following, choose the BEST option that will help Dhan to sell her products, at the lowest price, to a
maximum number of metropolitan customers?

Hire a celebrity who currently endorses a diamond jewellery brand to endorse the “Dhan Dhana Dhand”
A
brand

B Overwhelm the metropolitan residents with digital advertisements on Instagram.

Engage slum dwellers commuting daily to metropolitan region for work, to sell the products on
C
commission basis

D Hire a few sales executives to sell products of Dhan Dhana Dhan brand

Reach out to the malls and high-end retail stores in the metropolitan region through a few marketing
E
executives to sell the products

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Divya favoured Kazipet. However, she soon encountered problems. Not only was it difficult to obtain space in
Kazipet but property rentals touched 30-40 rupees per square feet per month as against Jangaon and Warangal
where it was 15-20 rupees per square feet per month. Divya’s friend, who lived in Jangaon, told her that a few
branded outlets were opening in Jangaon and it appeared to be the fastest growing market in Warangal with the
highest percentage of teenagers. But, Divya was not in favour of Jangaon. She hoped to target college going
crowd of Kazipet. High real estate prices in Kazipet and lower profitability estimate in Jangaon market
confused Divya.
Question 109
Which is the most important decision criterion for Divya to consider in such a business situation?

A Attracting customers through big discounts in the initial phase of business.

B Consistent increase in the number of customers in the future.

C Range and variety of ice-cream flavours.

D Availability of space in premium locality.

E Availability of loan at low interest rate.

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Instructions
Read the following scenario and answer the THREE questions that follow.
Comprehension:
A2Z is a state-funded leading engineering college in the country, renowned for its teaching and placements.
Now, A2Z aspires to be a global leader in research as well. A2Z has, therefore, decided to push for better quality
research from its newly recruited faculty members. In the past, a few faculty members were confirmed because
of their exceptional teaching feedback even though their research output was below par. Currently, the Dean, in
consultation with the academic council, has included the quality of research as a mandatory requirement along
with teaching excellence for the confirmation of the newly recruited faculty members. (The academic council
comprises of the senior faculty members from different departments.)
Initially, newly recruited faculty members are put on probation for three years. Either they are confirmed or their
probation is extended or their services are terminated, based on teaching and research contributions. Once
confirmed, their job is secure along with other additional perquisites.
Aparna joined the social sciences department of A2Z two years back. She is amongst the many faculty
members, recruited after the new norms for confirmation were introduced. She completed her doctorate from a
reputed university in the USA, with a significant research contributions. However, after joining A2Z, Aparna got
deeply involved in social outreach asCOVID-19 was spreading. Though her social outreach has given her
immense satisfaction, she has nothing to show against research contributions; further, it has impacted her
teaching effectiveness. Her confirmation is due in a year.
Question 110
The Dean, during the annual appraisal of Aparna, realizes that her research contribution needs considerable
investment of time and efforts. He is concerned that her performance could set a wrong precedent for the new
faculty recruits. The dean wants to communicate to the new faculty recruits that research contribution is
critical.
Which of the following actions will BEST help the Dean in achieving the objective, while being fair to Aparna?

Appreciate Aparna’s social outreach, but advise her to focus on research and teaching contributions as
A
they are essential for confirmation

Extend Aparna’s probation period by an additional year, while reminding her about the research and
B
teaching contributions needed for confirmation

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C Increase her teaching and research requirements, while extending her probation period by two years

Exhort Aparna to suspend her social outreach activities till the end of her probation, and to focus on
D
research and teaching instead

E Suggest Aparna to start looking for a new job in the time available to her

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Instructions
Read the situation below and answer the 3 associated questions:
Rakesh, who hailed from Dhanbad, worked in Jamshedpur with SPCIL, a government construction company.
Although HR policies concerning job security & work-life balance attracted Rakesh to SPCIL, over time he found
his work monotonous with no growth opportunities. However, the proximity to Dhanbad enabled him to visit his
parents at his convenience.
Recently Rakesh applied to Grow and Prosper (G&P), a multinational company engaged in construction related
operations, making inroads into many Indian states. G&P interviewed Rakesh and offered him three times his
current salary at SPCIL.
Question 111
Rakesh, in his current job, came across incidences of bribing by private sector officials. He wondered if he
might have to bribe government officials while at G&P.
He reflected on his interview with G&P:
1. The interviewers were puzzled how Rakesh could manage his EMIs with his current income.
2. One interviewer was constantly probing how Rakesh managed to meet his project deadlines with little
cooperation from his subordinates.
3. “What would you do if your project has a fortnight’s deadline and it takes a month to obtain a permit?,” asked
another interviewer.
4. A question that intrigued Rakesh was, “Should a pack of dacoits share their loot with one of their gang, who
had killed a bystander against their motto ‘Thou shalt not kill’?”
Which of the following sequences of the above statements is in the MOST appropriate DESCENDING order of
bribing undertones?

A 3, 4, 1 ,2

B 4, 3, 2, 1

C 4, 1, 2, 3

D 1, 3, 2, 4

E 3, 1, 2, 4

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Jonathan’s kingdom also bordered Kingdom K on the opposite side, making Kingdom C a buffer state between
Kingdoms A, B and K. Kingdom K is ruled by King Summer Sault, who united a group of warring and belligerent
tribes under his aegis. Kingdom K and Kingdom C had continuous skirmishes with each other.
Question 112
Jonathan realized that he has limited arms and ammunition to fight on all the three fronts simultaneously.
Therefore, he planned to double the arms and ammunition which will take a few years. When this news reached
Emily and Rose they held a secret meeting to discuss the situation.
Which of the following actions, by Emily and Rose, will be the best suited to delay Jonathan's plan?

A Emily and Rose should send arms and ammunition to Summer Sault for the next few years.

B The two queens should meet Jonathan and attempt to sign a peace pact.

C Emily and Rose should also double their armies.

D Emily and Rose should attack Jonathan immediately.

E The two queens should ignore the news.

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Instructions
Read the following caselet and choose the best alternative:
Island of Growth was witnessing a rapid increase in GDP. Its citizens had become wealthier in recent times, and
there had been a considerable improvement in the standards of living. However, this rapid growth had increased
corruption and nepotism in the Island. In the recent times, a fear had gripped the population that corruption
would destroy the inclusive nature of the society and hinder economic progress. However, most citizens had
kept quiet because:
a. they had benefited from the corruption indirectly, if not directly.
b. they did not have the time and energy to protest.
c. they did not have courage to rise against the established power centers.
There was a need to remove corruption but no one was willing to stick his neck out. Many politicians,
bureaucrats and private organizations were corrupt. Media and intellectuals kept quiet, as they benefited
indirectly from corruption. The common man was scared of state's retribution and the youngsters feared
insecure future.

Against this background, an old, unmarried and illiterate gentleman of high moral and ethical authority,
Shambhu, decided to take on the issue of corruption. He sat on a hunger strike in the heart of the capital city of
the Island. Shambhu demanded that the Government should constitute new laws to punish the corrupt across
all walks of life. Media and the citizens of the island gave massive support to Shambhu. Buckling under the
pressure, the Government promised to accept Shambhu's demands. He ended the hunger strike immediately
following the Government's announcement. Shambhu became the darling of the media. He used this
opportunity as a platform to spread the message that only citizens with an unblemished character should be
allowed to hold a public office.

A few months later, it was found that the Government had not fulfilled any of its promises made to Shambhu.
Infuriated, he was thinking of launching another island-wide protest. However, this time, he sensed that not
many people and media persons were willing to support him.
Question 113
Read the following statements:
1. People's latent anger against corruption
2. Shambhu's moral courage
3. Hungry media looking to raise issues

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4. Raising income level

In your opinion, which combination of the above statements is the most unlikely reason for Shambhu's initial
success?
A 1,2,4

B 3,4

C 1,3

D 1,3,4

E 1,2,3,4

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Instructions
Read the following caselet and choose the best alternative:

Prof. Vijya, the chairperson of the Faculty Academic Committee (FAC), was trying to understand the
implications of decisions taken by the Student Placement Committee (SPC) on placement issues.

This allegation confused the members and it was decided to adjourn the meeting. Vijya was to decide on the
next course of action.
Question 114
As a potential entrant you are having an informal Facebook chat with one of the college seniors. You wanted to
know about the pay packages of the graduating students. The senior replied that one will be able to understand
this only after joining the college. He did not reveal any information but suggested that it is not very difficult to
get a high salary job as you have already started networking. He also cautioned that you should not believe any
rumors and you should directly contact the student body for any further information. What will be your most
appropriate choice for seeking further information about placements?

This conversation will increase your interest and you will network more with the students of the college
A
for increasing your chances of getting a high salary job.

B You will contact the college authorities to get more insights about the placement process.

C You will start networking with the HR managers to understand their requirements.

D You will try to contact the President of SPC

E You will contact your other Facebook friends to find out about the placement activities at the college.

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A pastor had eaten at restaurant with his troup of ten and his family. It is a norm to tip the waiter and about 20%
of a waiter’s salary comes from these tips. However, while paying the bill, the pastor crossed out the automatic
18% tip charged for parties of more than eight and wrote “I give God 10% why do you get 18%?” above his
signature. The chagrined waitress at the restaurant posted a photo of this on the social media. She was
subsequently fired for violating company’s policy on customer privacy.
This would have been understandable if the restaurant had not posted just 2 weeks ago a customer receipt that
was complimenting them. Social media and social activists came heavily upon the management’s ambivalent
stand and the firing of the waitress. In response, the company posted a note on their social media page
defending their actions. This quickly drew over 10,000 comments, mostly negative, to which the management
started responding by posting the same note over and over again. There were also accusations of the company
deleting negative comments and blocking users. The restaurant also experienced a sizable drop in their footfall.
Question 115
Who/what is the main cause for the situation becoming unmanageable?

A The pastor for flouting the norm of restaurant.

B The waitress for violating customer privacy.

C The management for not taking action against the pastor.

D The management for giving out disproportionate punishment to waitress.

E The management for removing negative comments from the social media.

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Answer questions 30-32 on the basis of information given in the following situation.
Lal & Sons, a family business, comprises three different companies in three different industries. Sudarshan Lal
was heading this entire business from the inception. Two years ago, he hired three managers, one for each
company and Chhaganlal Jha as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to look after the entire business. These three
managers are reporting to the CEO. However, Sudarshan Lal and his family still own the entire business, though
they are not involved in day to day operations.
Question 116
Two years after the handing over, Sudarshan was concerned that none of the companies, except one, is
profitable.
Which of the following information, if true, will most likely reduce Sudarshan's concerns?

A leading financial institution recently advised its investors to purchase the shares of the two loss
A
making companies with a long term outlook.

The Corporation's performance was stagnant for three years, before Sudarshan handed it over to
B
professionals.

C The best performing division belongs to an industry, which is growing in double digits.

D People holding senior positions have been replaced two years ago by fresh and young talent.

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E The rate at which employees are leaving the best performing division is higher than the industry average.

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Answer the question based on the following information:
In the country of Gagan, air travellers can buy their tickets either directly from the airlines or from three websites
that are licensed to offer ticketing services online. In Gagan, most of the commercial transactions are done
electronically, and all citizens have an account with its national bank, CeeCee. As a result, the three websites
have become popular, and each transaction through these websites carries a surcharge of Gs. 250 (Gs. refers
to Guppes, the currency of Gagan). Given below are four post new - year (January 2, 2011, to February 28, 2011)
offers from three competing websites:
Cozy _ travel Offer: Make a confirmed booking for any service (flight ticket, hotel or rail tickets) through
Cozy_travel.com from December 5, 2010 to February 8, 2011 and become eligible for two free air tickets (offer
is limited to the base fare). Free tickets have to be booked through online request from January 1, 2011 to
February 28, 2011. The request for free tickets should be submitted at least twenty-one days in advance. Free
tickets are non-amendable (except the passenger's name) and cannot be cancelled. Free ticket cannot be
exchanged for cash or kind with anybody. Cozy_travel will try its best to secure the free ticket as per the
request. However, ticket confirmation is subject to airline schedule and set availability in airlines selected and
finalized by Cozy_travel from specific available airlines.
Cool_yatra Offer: Book any air ticket of any airline on Cool_yatra.com on or after December 21, 2010 and get
your next ticket free. Under this offer, only the base fare of the free ticket will be refunded by Cool_Yatra.com.
The customer will have to bear the rest of the charges (other fees and surcharges). The value of the base fare
will be refunded to the passenger on/after March 1 or fifteen days after completion of travel on the free ticket
(whichever is later). The free ticket can be booked only on Gaga Air flights. The free ticket must be booked
within fifteen days of booking the original ticket, and the travel date of the free ticket must be fifteen days after
the booking date of the free ticket. There must be a seven-day gap between the travel date of the main/original
ticket and the free ticket. The travel date of the free ticket should be on or before February 28, 2011. The free
ticket cannot be transferred. On cancellation of the original ticket(s), you no longer remain eligible for the free
ticket(s).
Easy_travel Cash Back Offer: Easy travel offers 25% cash back on all air ticket bookings between December 5,
2010 and February 28, 2011 using CeeCee net banking service or its debit/credit card. The cashback amount
will be credited back to the customer's account within twenty-one days of making the transaction. Maximum
cashback during the period is Gs. 400 per person per ticket, and the total amount that can be claimed by the
customer is Gs. 2,400.
Ek Ke Sath Ek Offer from Easy_travel: Book an AirSpice ticket with Easy_travel using any credit/debit card, and
get another ticket absolutely free. The free tickets will be issued on AirSpice on its entire network. The offer is
valid for sale from January 11, 2011 to January 31, 2011. The free ticket must be booked at least fifteen days
prior to the date of travel and needs to be completed within the offer period. The promotion code for the free
ticket will get activated only seven days after booking the main ticket. Easy_travel will charge a handling fee of
Gs. 1000/- per person for any amendments made on the main ticket. Cancellations of tickets purchased under
this offer are not permitted. The free ticket obtained under this offer can not be exchanged for cash and cannot
be re-routed.
Question 117
Janaki needs to reach Khilli on January 28 to visit her uncle, and will return after fifteen days. Janaki found that
the minimum fare for both the to and fro journeys is Gs. 5,000 which includes Gs. 1,200 base fare. If all airlines
connect Janaki’s city to Khilli, and all three offers (except the Cash Back Offer) ensure a minimum of one free
air ticket. Which of the following should Janaki opt for?

A Ek Ke Sath Ek Offer of Easy_travel

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B Cash Back Offer of Easy_travel

C The Cozy_travel offer

D The Cool_yatra offer

E Buy air tickets directly from airline websites

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Today’s news - paper reports that police and CTM security guards fired two or three rounds in air to quell the
mob. The trouble started while a security guard allegedly slapped one of the contract labourers following a
heated argument. Angry labourers set fire to several vehicles parked inside the premises, and to the police
jeeps.
Question 118
In the wake of recent happenings, what decision is expected from CTM management? From the combinations
given below, choose the best sequence of action.
I. Stop the current investigation against the contractors to ensure industrial peace; after all allegations were
based on rumours.
II. Continue investigation to expo se exploitation and take strong actions against trouble makers.
III. Get in direct touch with all contract labourers through all possible means, communicate the need for current
investigation to stop their exploitation, and convince them regarding CTM’s situation due to competition. Also
expose those contractors who are creating problems.
IV. Promise strong action against the security guards who are guilty.
V. Increase the wages of contract labourers.

A I, V

B I, II

C II, V

D III, IV

E III, V

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Answer question based on the following information:
Mrs. Sharma has a house which she wants to convert to a hostel and rent it out to students of a nearby
women’s college. The house is a two story building and each floor has eight rooms. When one looks from the
outside, three rooms are found facing North, three found facing East, three found facing West and three found
facing South. Expecting a certain number of students, Mrs. Sharma wanted to follow certain rules while giving
the sixteen rooms on rent:
All sixteen rooms must be occupied.
No room can be occupied by more than three students.
Six rooms facing north is called north wing. Similarly six rooms facing east, west and south are called as east
wing, west wing and south wing. Each corner room would be in more than one wing. Each of the wings must
have exactly 11 students. The first floor must have twice as many students as the ground floor.
However Mrs. Sharma found that three fewer students have come to rent the rooms. Still. Mrs.Sharma could
manage to allocate the rooms according to the rules.
Question 119
If all the student that Mrs. Sharma expected initially had come to rent the rooms, and if Mrs. Sharma had
allocated the north west corner room in the ground floor to 1 student, then the number of students in the
corresponding room on the first floor, and the number of students in the middle room in the first of the east
wing would have been:

A 1 and 2 respectively

B 2 and 3 respectively

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C 3 and 1 respectively

D Both should have 2 students.

E Such an arrangement is not possible

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Answer questions on the basis of information given in the following case.

A Maintain status - quo

B Expel Mr. Prodigal from the party with immediate effect to maintain party’s clean image

C Initiate an internal inquiry to find the truth.

Suspend Mr. Prodigal from the party with immediate effect but announce that he will be taken back if the
D
court declares him innocent.

E Suspend both Mr. Loyal and Mr. Prodigal from the party with immediate effect.

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Answer questions on the basis of information given in the following case.

A few years back Mr. Arbit and Mr. Boring started an oil refinery business. Their annual earing is currently just
50,000 million rupees. They are now exploring various options to improve the business. Mr. Xanadu, a
salesperson from Innovative Technology Solutions (ITS), is trying to sell a new oil refinery technology to Mr.
Arbit and Mr. Boring. This technology could potentially enhance their annual earning to 150,000 million rupees
within a year. But they have to make one - time investment of 100,000 million rupees to implement the
technology. If the technology is not successful, the investment would be lost. Mr. Arbit and Mr. Boring are
discussing about possible risks of the investment.
Question 121

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Mr. Arbit and Mr. Boring did not invest in the new technology, but the new technology is a big success.
Repentant, they are now estimating the additional amount they would have earned ( i.e. forgone earnings) had
they invested in the new technology. However, the two owners differed on expected lifespan of the new
technology. Mr. Arbit expected lifespan to be 5 years, whereas, Mr. Boring expected it to be 2 years. After the
technology gets out - dated, the earnings from the business would drop back to 50,000 million rupees. What
would be the difference between two expected foregone earnings after 5 years of the technology investment, if
yearly earnings are deposited in a bank @10%, compounded annually?

Note: Forgone Earnings = (Earnings from business with new technology) - (Earnings from business without new
technology)
A 231,200 million rupees

B 331,000 million rupees

C 400,510 million rupees

D 431,000 million rupees

E 464,100 million rupees

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If sales volume of patented drugs in India is 43%, the sales volume of generic drugs in India will be less
A
than 43%.

If the sales volume of generic drugs in foreign countries is at least 24%, the sales volume of patented
B
drugs in India will be above 24%.

If the sales volume of patented drugs in India is 54%, the sales volume of generic drugs in foreign
C
countries will be above 54%.

If the sales volume of patented drugs in India is 29%, the sales volume of generic drugs in foreign
D
countries will be above 29%

If the sales volume of generic drugs in India is at least 60%, the sales volume of patented drugs in
E
foreign countries will be above 60%.

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Read the following case and choose the best alternative.

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International Racket Association (IRC) has agreed to implement Drug Testing Code (DTC) promoted by World
Athletic and Gamer Federation, Racket Club which controls the entire racket related activities (unlike any other
sports and games of the country) had some reservations regarding the initiative. Majority of the citizens waited
for the international competitions eagerly and were fanatical about their country's participation in them. As a
result of the popularity of the game, 70% of the total revenue associated with the game originates from the
country. Hence Racket Club has high bargaining power with IRC and can change any decision that is not aligned
with its interests. Three most popular and senior players, including the captain, are against the application of
DTC citing security reasons. A decision against the interests of these players may result in law and order
problems throughout the country. Other players support the decision of their senior colleagues and if Racket
Club refuses to agree, players may support Counter Racket Club, a new national level initiative. Counter Racket
Club may threaten the monopoly of Racket Club, if it succeeds to attract some popular racket players.

Ranjan's father had been forced to resign from politics due to alleged corruption charges. Ranjan had
completed his entire education from abroad before returning to join politics. He is a great soccer player and has
major reservations against racket. According to him, racket has negative influence on the country's youth and
diverts their attention from productive work. He also considers drug testing as an essential feature for any
sports and games across the world. As the new cabinet minister for Youth and Sports he needs to take some
important decisions on this controversial issue.
Question 123
According to DTC, each athlete/sportsperson need to submit a schedule for three months (in advance) that
specifies an hour each day when they can be randomly tested for drugs. DTC also assured the confidentiality of
the submitted schedule by
(i) limiting the access of player-supplied information to two senior officers,
(ii) these officers will have the internet based access only to the schedule of those sports persons who are
randomly selected for testing (and not of everyone) and
(iii) introducing similar security features for DTC database as in case of financial institutions. Top three popular
players realize that no reason other than security can help them to get a favourable decision from Ranjan.
Hence during discussions they should focus on all options except

Any clue related to their private schedules may also result in huge public gathering and it will make the
A
job of security agencies very difficult.

B Popular racket players are included in the hit list of terrorist organisations.

Recent report by World Bank rate their country among the top five nations with maximum amount of
C
internet based data stealing.

D It is difficult to provide adequate security coverage in large stadiums where racket is played.

DTC is not willing to share the details of two senior officers involved in drug testing with the security
E
agencies of the country for background study.

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a. they had benefited from the corruption indirectly, if not directly.
b. they did not have the time and energy to protest.
c. they did not have courage to rise against the established power centers.
There was a need to remove corruption but no one was willing to stick his neck out. Many politicians,
bureaucrats and private organizations were corrupt. Media and intellectuals kept quiet, as they benefited
indirectly from corruption. The common man was scared of state's retribution and the youngsters feared
insecure future.

A few months later, it was found that the Government had not fulfilled any of its promises made to Shambhu.
Infuriated, he was thinking of launching another island-wide protest. However, this time, he sensed that not
many people and media persons were willing to support him.
Question 124
Which of the following could be the most likely reason for decline in public support for Shambhu?

A The common man had become sick and tired of Government's inaction against rising corruption.

Shambhu was old and he lacked the energy to garner the same support that he enjoyed from the media
B
and the public in the initial stages.

The general public may have realized that Shambhu was focusing too much on "indirect involvement" in
C past incidences of corruption. Common men found it difficult to live up to the high standards set by
Shambu.

D Shambhu's colleagues were misleading him.

E Shambhu came from a village, while most of his supporters were city dwellers.

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Please read the three reports (newspaper articles) on ranking of different players and products in smart phones
industry and answer the questions that follow.

Report 1: (Feb, 2013)

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smartphones, has been able to reach the top of the overall mobile phone market domestically. For the fourth
quarter of 2012, Apple ranked number one with 34 percent of the US mobile market, up from 25.6 percent year
over year. Samsung grew similarly, up to 32.3 percent from 26.9 percent - but not enough to keep from slipping
to second place. LG dropped to 9 percent from 13.7 percent, holding its third place spot. It should be noted that
Samsung and LG both sell a variety of feature phones in addition to smartphones. Looking only at
smartphones, the ranking is a little different according to NPD. Apple holds the top spot with 39 percent of the
US smartphone market, while Samsung again sits at number two with 30 percent. Motorola manages to rank
third with 7 percent, while HTC dropped to fourth with 6 percent. In the US smartphone market, LG is fifth with 6
percent. Note how the percentages aren’t all that different from overall mobile phone market share - for all
intents and purposes, the smartphone market is the mobile phone market in the US going forward. Still,
Samsung was the top mobile phone vendor overall for 2012, and Strategy Analytics expects Samsung to be
back on top soon. “Samsung had been the number one mobile phone vendor in the US since 2008, and it will
surely be keen to recapture that title in 2013 by launching improved new models such as the rumored Galaxy
S4”. And while Apple is the top vendor overall among smartphones, its iOS platform is still second to the
Android platform overall. Samsung is the largest vendor selling Android-based smartphones, but Motorola, HTC,
LG, and others also sell Android devices, giving the platform a clear advantage over iOS both domestically and
globally.

Report 2: Reader’s Response (2013, Feb)

Report 3: Contradictory survey (Feb, 2013)

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Although OnDevice didn’t share the full list of devices mentioned in the survey, it does show some insight to
what customers want. Unfortunately, there were still many questions regarding the survey that were left
unanswered. Everyone wants to know why Google Inc. (NASDAQ:GOOG) was on the list when they are not an
actual smartphone maker and why was Samsung Electronics Co., Ltd. (LON:BC94) on the bottom of the
satisfaction list when the brand is leading elsewhere.

Source: 92.825 US mobile users, July 2012 - January 2013

Fortunately, those questions were answered by OnDevice Research’s representative. He explained that the
survey was conducted on mobile web where the survey software could detect the taker’s device and since
user’s rate their satisfaction levels on a 1 to 10 scale, thanks to the Nexus device, Google was included.
Question 125
If you analyze the three reports above, which of the following statements would be the best inference?

A Newspapers publish completely wrong data.

B All three reports have been bought by the companies.

C Newspapers may report selectively.

D Apple is leading but its dominance in Korean market is definitely under threat.

E Customer’s response, in report 2, is neutral and objective.

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A All other competitors are aggressively investing in risky technologies.

If the technology succeeds, the annual earnings would grow 3 times from the next financial year and
B
they would be able to recover the invested money within 1 year.

C Preliminary studies indicate that success rate of the technology is 85%.

D The R&D; team of ITS is working to counter any possible downside of the technology.

E Business is all about taking risky decisions.

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on the basis of the information given in the following case.
Due to increased competition, Ginger Automobiles, the Indian subsidiary of Pepper Automobile Company (PAC)
reported lower sales and profits. PAC expects its new model Limo, developed especially for value conscious
customers of India and China, would revive its fortunes. In order to prevent customers from uying competing
products, PAC announced the launch of Limo six months before schedule. Due to unrest in its Indian supplier’s
plant, deliveries of essential components for its main plant was hampered, and hence it decided to launch Limo
in China only as per the original plan. Within a short span of time, Limo captured 30% market share in China,
which was 200% higher than expected. Indian customers who had looked forward to purchasing Limo were
becoming increasingly unhappy to the non-availability of Limo in India. Ginger’s dealers were worried about loss
of business from the customers who might switch to other cars.
Question 127
Statement I: In the Chinese market, Baft, and Hebe, are competing models in Limo’s target
market. Due to increase in sales of Limo by 200%, Baft and Hebe saw their market share decline by 10%.
Statement II: Baft and Hebe were not desired by the customers due to their new features.
Which of the following conclusions can be most justifiably made?

A I alone

B II alone

C Either I or II

D Neither I nor II

E I and II together

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Vanamali, afraid of further deforestation, issued a diktat against felling of trees in the mountains. In due course,
thanks to the booming agriculture, the king along with plains people began to prosper. However, mountain
people became relatively poor, thanks to Vanamali’s diktat.
Which of the following options should mountain people choose to BEST protect their long-term interests?
A Sell forest produce exclusively to the neighbouring kingdoms

B Seek employment in the plains

C Ignore Vanamali’s diktat and divert forest land for agriculture

D Charge a premium on forest produce and issue hunting permits

E Stop the flow of rivers to the plains

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Analyse the following caselet and answer the questions that follow:

Six people working at the Bengaluru office of Simsys are planning to buy flats at a real estate project at
Whitefield. Their preferences are listed below:

They have identified 7 real estate projects with following facilities available (marked with √):

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A person is ‘satisfied’ if a project meets all three preferences.
Question 129
Identify the project(s), where AT LEAST 3 of the persons will be ‘satisfied’.

A M only

B S only

C Q and R only

D M, Q and S only

E M, Q and R only

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Answer question on the basis of information given in the following case.
Question 130
Innovative Institute of Business (IIB) has decided to be the first green campus in India. IIB Administration has
advised all campus residents to reduce carbon footprints. IIB faculty members did a brainstorming and came
up with the following suggestions:
I. Replacing electricity source for street lights with solar panels.
II. Replacing the existing buildings with environment friendly buildings.
III. Organizing a seminar on ‘Towards a Sustainable Future’ involving all students, staff, and experts from around
the country.
IV. Introducing a compulsory course on sustainability to increase awareness among students.
V. Conducting an initial energy audit to explore where IIB can reduce carbon footprints.

Which of the following options would be the most preferred sequence of actions to reduce carbon footprints on
campus?

A II, IV, V

B IV, V, III

C V, I, II

D V, I, III

E V, III, I

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and all of themreside on the campus. Hence, every scientist, regardless of hierarchy, resides in a housethat is
similar in all aspects. Though the scientists are entitled to a house rent allowance(HRA), given the distance of
FuRSCA from the city, housing them on the campus makes sense.
The new recruits are provided a transit accommodation in the institute’s studio apartments,until vacant houses
are available. For these recruits, a queue has been created on thebasis of their date of joining and not on
hierarchy, with the most recent recruit going to thelast in the queue. Execution of this policy is the responsibility
of the FuRSCA ChiefAdministrative Officer (CAO), who reports to the Director of FuRSCA.
Question 131
Rawng Regrud joins FuRSCA recently and is placed third in the housing queue. Hehas been temporarily housed
in a studio apartment. Given that the studio apartmentis too small, he requests his sister to take care of their
ailing parents while he awaitsa regular house allotment. As months pass, his sister finds it difficult
toaccommodate her parents along with her in-laws. She requests Rawng toaccommodate them with his family.
Since he is third in the queue, he may not get ahouse allotted in the near future. He approaches the CAO with a
request to be movedup the queue on humanitarian grounds.
Which of the following responses by the CAO shall be perceived as the MOSTappropriate by all the
stakeholders?

A Ask Rawng to meet with the director of FuRSCA and present his case to get anexception

Ask Rawng to negotiate and arrive at a consensus with the two scientists ahead in thequeue which the
B
CAO shall implement

C Inform Rawng that nothing can be done since violation of rules will set a wrongprecedence

D Facilitate Rawng in getting a house in the city, along with a free commutation for the firstthree months

Move Rawng to the top of the queue, and make a rule that scientists with ailing parentsshall be given
E
preference

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Vimla is the domestic help for Shreya and her neighbour Padma; both live in a posh gated community. Vimla not
only cleans the house, but also cooks for both the families. Shreya treasures Vimla ever since she joined her
family four years ago. Vimla joined Padma’s household this year.
Question 132
Padma discovered some money missing from her purse. She suspects that Vimla has stolen it. She wants to
prevent the stealing from happening again and is contemplating the following actions:
1.She should let it pass, since to err is human.
2.She should confront Vimla and tell her that she knows the truth and the act is unpardonable regardless of her
past service and she is thinking of terminating her services.
3.She should tell Vimla that she is aware someone has stolen money from the house but is not sure who it is.
4.She should share with Vimla that neighbours think Vimla has stolen the money she doesn’t, but is interested
in finding out the truth.
5.She should directly ask Vimla if she stole the money, promising her no punishment if she confesses.
Arrange the following combinations of the above actions in the DECREASING order of appropriateness.

A 1, 5, 4

B 2, 4, 1

C 2, 5, 4

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D 3, 5, 4

E 5, 2, 4

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B Chintan

C Bal Singh

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D Mani

E Sunder

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3.The person from Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad and Mumbai got down at four different stations. The eldest
among these four got down at Koderma and the youngest at Kanpur. The person who got down at New Delhi is
older than the person who got down at Mughal Sarai.
4. The engineer from Bangalore is older than the engineer from Chennai.
5. While arranging the teachers in increasing order of age it was observed that the middle person is as old as
the engineer from Chennai.
6.Person Y who got down at Mughal Sarai is less than 34 year old.
7.The teacher from Kochi is four year older than the 31 year old doctor who is not from Mumbai.
8.In the past, three of the travellers have served in the Indian Army.
Question 134
All six travelers are working in the same organization for at least one year. The organization recruits two
categories of employees - fresh graduates and those who have at least five years of experience in the Indian
Army. In both cases a new recruit should be less than 30 years of age. Among the travelers from same
profession, those with military background are at least five years older than the travelers who joined as fresh
graduates. Identify the travelers who joined the organization as fresh graduate(s):

A Only Y.

B The person Y and the traveller from Chennai.

C The person Y and the travellers from Kochi and Hyderabad.

D The travellers from Kochi and Hyderabad.

E The teacher from Mumbai, the traveller from Kochi and the younger engineer.

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media is blaming him for influencing key witnesses to protect his son. Severe criticism of his father - son duo,
both by the media and some social activists, is damaging the image of the party. However, Mr. Loyal has
significant followers within the party and is considered an asset to the party. Any harsh
decision against Mr. Loyal would adversely affect the future of NPP and could even lead to a split in the party.
This would benefit the opposition.
Question 135
Which of the following actions would adversely affect both NPP and Mr. Loyal, the most?

A Take no action against Mr. Loyal.

B Suspend Mr. Prodigal from the party with immediate effect.

C Expel Mr. Loyal from the party with immediate effect.

D Ban Mr. Loyal from entering party premises till completion of court proceedings.

E Initiate an internal inquiry to find the truth.

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Read the following case-let and answer the questions that follow

Rajinder Singh was 32 years old from the small town of Bhathinda, Punjab. Most of the families living there had
middle class incomes, with about 10% of the population living below the poverty level. The population consisted
of 10 percent small traders, 30 percent farmers, besides others. Rajinder liked growing up in Bhathinda, where
people knew and cared about each other.

Even as a youngster it was clear that Rajinder was smart and ambitious. Neighbors would often say, “Someday
you’re going to make us proud!” He always had a job growing up at Singh’s General Store - Uncle Balwant’s
store. Balwant was a well-intentioned person. Rajinder loved being at the store and not just because Balwant
paid him well. He liked helping customers, most of who were known by the nicknames. Setting up displays and
changing the merchandise for different seasons and holidays was always exciting. Uncle Balwant had one child
and off late, his interest in business had declined. But he had taught Rajinder ‘the ins and outs of retailing’. He
had taught Rajinder everything, including ordering merchandise, putting on a sale, customer relations, and
keeping the books.

The best part about working at the store was Balwant himself. Balwant loved the store as much as Rajinder did.
Balwant had set up the store with a mission to make sure his neighbors got everything they needed at a fair
price. He carried a wide variety of goods, based on the needs of the community. If you needed a snow shovel or
piece of jewelry for your wife, it was no problem - Singh’s had it all. Rajinder was impressed by Balwant’s way of
handling and caring for customers. If somebody was going through “hard times”, Balwant somehow knew it.
When they came into the store, Balwant would make them feel comfortable, and say something like, “you know
Jaswant, let’s put everything on credit today”. This kind of generosity made it easy to understand why Balwant
was loved and respected throughout the community.

Rajinder grew up and went to school and college in Bhathinda. Later on, he made it to an MBA program in Delhi.
Rajinder did well in the MBA course and was goal oriented. After first year of his MBA, the career advisor and
Balwant advised Rajinder for an internship at Bigmart. That summer, Rajinder was amazed by the breadth and
comprehensiveness of the internship experience. Rajinder got inspired by the life story of the founder of
Bigmart, and the value the founder held. Bigmart was one of the best companies in the world.

The people that Rajinder worked for at Bigmart during the internship noticed Rajinder’s work ethic, knowledge,

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and enthusiasm for the business. Before the summer ended, Rajinder had been offered a job as a Management
Trainee by Bigmart, to start upon graduation. Balwant was happy to see Rajinder succeed. Even for Rajinder,
this was a dream job - holding the opportunity to move up the ranks in a big company. Rajinder did indeed move
up the ranks quickly, from management trainee, to assistant store manager, to supervising manager of three
stores, to the present position - Real Estate Manager, North India. This job involved locating new sites within
targeted locations and community relations.

One day Rajinder was eagerly looking forward to the next assignment. When he received email for the same, his
world came crashing down. He was asked to identify next site in Bhathinda. It was not that Rajinder didn’t
believe in Bigmart’s explanation. What was printed in the popular press,especially the business press, only
reinforced Rajinder’s belief in Bigmart. An executive viewed as one of the wisest business persons in the world
was quoted as saying, “Bigmart had been a major force in improving the quality of life for the average consumer
around the world offering great prices on good, giving them one stop solution for almost everything.” Many big
farmers also benefitted through low prices, as middlemen were removed. At the same time, Rajinder knew that
opening a new Bigmart could disrupt small business in Bhathinda. Some local stores in small towns went out of
business within a year of the Bigmart’s opening.

In Bhathinda, one of the local stores Singh’s,now run by Balwant’s son, although Balwant still came in every day
to “straighten out the merchandise.” As Rajinder thought about this assignment, depression set in, and the
nightmares followed. Rajinder was frozen in time and space. Rajinder’s nightmares involved Balwant screaming
something- although Rajinder could not make out what Balwant was saying. This especially troubled Rajinder,
since Balwant never raised his voice.

Rajinder didn’t know what to do - who might be helpful? Rajinder’s spouse, who was a housewife? Maybe talking
it through could lead to some positive course of action. Rajinder’s boss?Would Bigmart understand? Could
Rajinder really disclose the conflict without fear? Uncle Balwant? Should Rajinder really disclose the situation
and ask for advise? He wanted a solution that would make all satkeholders happy.
Question 136
Which is the right ascending order, in terms of proportion of population, benefitting from Bigmart, in and around
Bhathinda?

A Consumers, farmers, retailers

B Farmers, consumers, retailers

C Retailers, farmers, consumers

D Farmers, retailers, consumers

E Consumers, retailers, , farmers

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Instructions
Analyse the following caselet and answer the questions that follow:

Six people working at the Bengaluru office of Simsys are planning to buy flats at a real estate project at
Whitefield. Their preferences are listed below:

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They have identified 7 real estate projects with following facilities available (marked with √):

A person is ‘satisfied’ if a project meets all three preferences.

Question 137
The marketing managers of all the six projects have agreed to add a recreation club and a car parking facility to
the projects. In this changed scenario identify projects where AT MOST 2 of the 6 persons will NOT be
‘satisfied’.

A N, Q and R only

B P only

C M and P only

D N and P only

E M, N and P only

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Answer questions on the basis of information given in the following case.

MBA entrance examination comprises two types of problems: formula - based problems and application -
based problem. From the analysis of past data, Interesting School of Management (ISM) observes that
students good at solving application - based problems are entrepreneurial in nature. Coaching institutes for
MBA entrance exams train them to spot formula - based problems and answer them correctly, so as to obtain
the required overall cut - off percentile. Thus students, in general, shy away from application - based problem
and even those with entrepreneurial mind - set target formula - based problems.

Half of a mark is deducted for every wrong answer.

Question 138
ISM wants more students with entrepreneurial mind - set in the next batch. To achieve this, ISM is considering
following proposals:
I. Preparing a question paper of two parts, Parts A and Part B of duration of one hour each. Part A and Part B
would consist of formula - based problems and application - based problems, respectively. After taking away
Part A, Part B would be distributed. The qualifying cut - off percentile would be calculated on the combined
scores of two parts.
II. Preparing a question paper comprising Part A and Part B. While Part A would comprise formula - based
problems, Part B would comprise application - based problems, each having a separate qualifying cut - off
percentile.
III. Assigning one mark for formula - based problems and two marks for application based problems as an
incentive for attempting application - based problems.
IV. Allotting one mark for formula - based problems and three marks for application - based problem, without
mentioning this is the question paper.

Which of the following proposal (or combination of proposals) is likely to identify students with best
entrepreneurial mind - set?

A II

B I & II

C I & III

D II & III

E II & IV

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Instructions
on the basis of the information given in the following case.

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the units faced any significant all units and it represented an extra work for those who were involved. This
coordination was required to understand the different work processes and the users’ requirements. This
coordination activity was being extensively managed by the old timers as they were familiar with internal
processes and people in the different units. An external consultant was also hired for customization and
implementation After two months, BAG teams had to fortnightly present their progress to Ms. Teknikwali’s
team. In the last meeting Ms. Teknikwali was dissatisfied. She explained her thinking that since ERP impacted
every aspect of the business, the roll out had to be done faster. She wanted Mr. Shiv to get the implementation
completed ahead of schedule. In the meeting she asked Mr. Shiv to get the people in IT team to be more
productive. Not willing to disagree, Mr. Shiv committed to a roll-out schedule of complete ERP system in 6
months instead of earlier decided 14 months. Next day, Mr. Shiv presented the revised project milestone to BAG
members. He told them that in order to meet the deadline, the members were expected to work on week-ends
till the completion of the project. Along with that, they were also expected to maintain their earlier standards of
delivery time and quality for the normal trouble-shooting and internal advisory work. Mr. Shiv also pointed out
that anyone whose performance did not meet the expectations would be subjected to formal disciplinary
action. The meeting ended without any member commenting on Shiv’s ideas, although Mr. Shiv heard a lot of
mumbling in the corridor. Over the week, Shiv noticed that the members seemed to avoid him and he had to
make extra effort to get ideas from them. After a fortnight Shiv reviewed the attendance register and found the
Mr. Lal, an old time member, had not come during the week-ends and certain decisions were held up due to lack
of inputs from Mr. Lal. Mr. Shiv issued a written reprimand to Mr. Lal. He was speechless on receiving the
reprimand but kept silent. It has been three days since that incident. Some of the senior members had put in
request for transfer to other business units. It was rumoured that four problems, the unit level managers would
put up a request for help to BAG. The problems ranged from installation of internal MIS systems, to financial
advice related to leasing of equipment, to handling of employee grievances. Over a period of 20 years, Teknik’s
revenues grew from 100 crore 10,000 crore with guidance of BAG and due to Mr. Tekinwala’s vision. Given its
reputation in the industry, many people wanted to start their careers in BAG. Often young MBAs fresh out of
business schools would apply. However their applications used to be rejected by Mr. Teknikwala, who had a
preference for people with extensive industry experience. Things changed after the unfortunate demise of Mr.
Teknikwala. His daughter Miss. Teknikwali took up the family business. She was an MBA from one of the
premier business schools, and was working in a different company when Mr. Tekinwala passed away. She
preferred that BAG developed new ideas and therefore inducted freshly graduated MBAs from premier business
schools. She personally supervised the recruitment and selection process. Now the entire group constituted of
50 specialists, out of which 35 were the old time members. She also changed the reporting relationships in the
BAG group with some of the older members being made to report to the new members. In IT team, Mr. Shiv, a
newly recruited MBA, was made in-charge. For the older members it was a shock. However, as most of them
were on the verge of retirement, and it would be challenging to search for new jobs while competing with
younger professionals, they decided to play along. After one month, all business units were caught up in the
ERP fever. This was an idea pushed by Ms. Teknikwali who the need the need to replace the old legacy systems
with latest ERP system integrating all the units of Teknik. This was heavily influenced by her experience in the
previous where an ERP system was already up and running. Therefore she was not aware of the difference
between installing an ERP system and working on an already installed one. The ERP mplementation in Teknik
Group required extensive coordination with senior level managers of senior legal experts had agreed to an offer
from a law firm. Other senior members would sporadically come in late to work, citing health reasons. Almost
all senior members now wanted a weekly work-routine to be prepared and given to them in advance so that they
could deliver as per the schedule. This insistence on written communication was a problem as urgent problems
or ad-hoc requests could not be foreseen and included. Also normal services to other business units were being
unattended to, and there were complaints coming from the unit heads.
Question 139
Which of the following can be identified as the immediate cause for the problems in BAG?

A Ms. Teknikwali’s decision to appoint Mr. Shiv as project lead for ERP implementation.

B The incompetence of the consultant who was implementing the ERP project.

C Lack of information about what was happening in the ERP project.

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D Infighting between new recruits and the older members of BAG group.

E Unilateral decision making by Shiv.

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Instructions
Read the situation below and answer the 3 associated questions:
When Deepti opened the package, she was aghast. She received cotton pillow covers instead of satin pillow
covers, she had ordered. Deepti ordered them for her father from a popular e-commerce website that hosted
products of many sellers.
Confused, Deepti contacted the seller’s office using the details given on the package. The seller’s representative
profusely regretted and promised to send the satin pillow covers at no extra cost. He added that Deepti need
not return the cotton covers she received. Deepti happily accepted the deal.
A few days later, Deepti received another package from the seller. Unfortunately, this package also contained
cotton pillow covers. Completely disillusioned with the seller’s professionalism, Deepti decided to put to use
these cotton pillow covers also.
Question 140
In the feedback column, Deepti awarded 1-star out of the maximum 5 stars to the seller and described her
negative experience.
Later that evening, the sales head called and pleaded with her to retract her feedback and upgrade them to 5-
star, as they had already fired the employee concerned. He appealed that they were a young organization and
that their sales were getting badly affected.
Given the circumstances, what should be the IDEAL response?

A She should retain the feedback but award 3-star as a consolation measure.

B She should stick to her feedback and the stars awarded since she reported only what had taken place.

She should retract the feedback and award 5-star as the seller has already punished the concerned
C
employee.

D She should order again with the same seller and share her renewed experience.

E She should retract the feedback and award 5-star since sales are getting affected.

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Instructions
Answer questions on the basis of information given in the following case.

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Simran prefers J - type electives and wants to avoid Q - type electives. She noted that the number of only J -
type electives is 3. Raj’s preference is G - type electives followed by Q - type electives. However, they want to
take as many common electives as possible. What is the maximum number of electives that can be common
between them, without compromising their preferences?
A 3

B 4

C 5

D 7

E Not possible to answer from the above information.

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XAT Decision Making Free Video

Instructions
Read the following caselet and answer questions that follow:
Divya grew up in a business family in Hyderabad. As a Systems engineer she travelled extensively on business
deals and later settled in her in-law’s place in Warangal. Once during her visit to Thailand she got to taste some
roll over ice cream. Interestingly, a few weeks later, she came across an advertisement from a reputed
Bangalore based Rollover Handcrafted Ice Cream Company calling for expression of interest from potential
franchises.
Warangal did not have any quality ice cream parlour. The company wanted the potential franchisees to invest
Rs. 20 lacs and 700 square feet space. Profits were to be shared in 3:7 ratio between the company and the
franchisee. Divya was excited, but was wondering if Rs. 20 lacs was too much to invest. Further, she did not
have the entire amount and was thinking of taking a loan. She enquired with the Rollover franchisees and found
that a franchisee in Hyderabad had sales revenue varying between 5 and 6 lacs rupees per month with a profit
margin between 25-30%. Divya decided to go ahead.
Warangal had three main areas -Kazipet, Jangaon and Warangal. All areas were linked by good roads. Kazipet
was a business area where most high end retail formats were located. It was also the education hub of the city.
Jangaon, on the other hand, was a growing lower middle class business area and Warangal was mostly
residential.
Divya favoured Kazipet. However, she soon encountered problems. Not only was it difficult to obtain space in
Kazipet but property rentals touched 30-40 rupees per square feet per month as against Jangaon and Warangal
where it was 15-20 rupees per square feet per month. Divya’s friend, who lived in Jangaon, told her that a few
branded outlets were opening in Jangaon and it appeared to be the fastest growing market in Warangal with the
highest percentage of teenagers. But, Divya was not in favour of Jangaon. She hoped to target college going
crowd of Kazipet. High real estate prices in Kazipet and lower profitability estimate in Jangaon market
confused Divya.
Question 142
Which of the following is least likely to demotivate Divya?

A Investing a huge amount may not bring expected returns.

B The bank would insist on loan repayment on a monthly basis.

C The property rentals would soon go up in Kazipet.

D Unlike Hyderabad, people in Kazipet don’t seem to like Rollover ice cream.

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E Rollover franchise in Hyderabad is making huge profits.

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Instructions
Read the following scenario and answer the THREE questions that follow.
During the floods of 2018-2019, a group of philanthropists led by Niyabuddin, wished to open free food centre
for the needy. Their motto was that “no human should be hungry.” Nothing gives more satisfaction to the
philanthropists than to see the hungry eat to the fullest.
Post Covid-19, the group started a food centre by the name Win Borne Life Care Food (WBLCF) in a small town
called Palakkad. The centre started gaining popularity as the number of people enjoying free meals increased
over time. Initially, WBLCF offered a standardized menu consisting of idli, upma, puttu for breakfast, curd rice
for lunch, and idli or upma for supper. Six women were employed by WBLCF to prepare all the meals. As the
number of diners increased, they started expecting a variety in the menu. At WBLCF, not all the diners eat "free":
while two-thirds of diners get free food, one-third would donate some amount to a transparent charity box kept
at the entrance. For example, a man donated Rs. 500 after consuming two idlis, and a woman approached
Niyabuddin and inquired about donating 10 kilogrammes of rice. Those who could not afford to donate, were
often seen prostrating worshipfully in front of the charity box. Some caring individuals made monetary donation
while others donated rice, fruits and vegetables to WBLCF. Further, the centre received enquiries from many
locals on how they could contribute to the cause.
As the centre was lauded for its philanthropic work by people of the town, Niyabuddin intended to replicate the
initiative in the nearby districts. However, he is concerned about the cost that goes into running the centre.
Almost 75 percent of the donated amount goes into buying the cooking ingredients, while the rest goes into
paying salaries, operations and maintenance costs.
Question 143
From the following, choose the MOST important challenge that Niyabuddin has to overcome to sustain WBLCF.

A Getting enough finances and donations

B Paying salaries to employees

C Attracting enough diners

D Having enough cooks and employees

E Preparing only local dishes for diners

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Instructions
Analyse the following caselet and answer the questions that follow:

Kamal Chinnappa, Vimal Rao, Ganesh Krishnan and Dinesh Kumar own a saloon each on the Barbil street. They
are the only hairdressers on that street. Each of them offered three services viz. haircut, shaving and hair-dye.
One evening, all four of them met in a nearby tea-stall and agreed to charge Rs. 100 for any of the three services
(haircut, shave and hair-dye) on weekdays. They also agreed to increase this rate to Rs. 115 on weekends and
holidays. All verbally decided to implement the agreement.
Question 144
The following day Kamal, being the most competent hairdresser on the street, was contemplating charging
higher than agreed upon price.

Which of the following would enable him to charge more with minimal violation of the agreement?

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A He should introduce a new and specialized service at Rs. 130.

B He should open another shop on the same street and charge Rs. 150.

C He should charge Rs. 130 for those wanting to jump the queue.

D He should charge Rs. 115 for a service to a particular customer and give the next service free.

E He should open his shop two hours before others and close it two hours after.

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Instructions
Analyse the following caselet and answer the question that follow:

Which of the following is the BEST way for Amelia to deal with this situation?

A Henceforth, she should be lenient with the trio.

She should promise the trio an early promotion if they can help her recruit good talent from top B-
B
schools.

C Henceforth, she should occasionally invite the trio for dinner and informal outings.

D She should tell her boss that it is unfair to link her promotion to the trio’s behaviour.

E She should convey the trio’s unhappiness to her boss.

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Instructions
Read the following scenario and answer the THREE questions that follow.
Raman had been working tirelessly as a Project Manager in the IT department of Flying Groceries, a renowned
app-based supply chain company, for the past three years. Having graduated from a top-tier engineering
college, he dived straight into the corporate world, managing projects with great zeal that inspired his seniors.
At the end of his first year with Flying Groceries, impressed with his hard work, Raman’s boss, Suraj, the
founder-CEO of Flying Groceries, fast-tracked his promotion and made him Delivery Manager responsible for
multiple projects of a vertical. Suraj also promised Raman the position of Chief Operation Officer in the fifth year
of his tenure.
In search of a greater career trajectory, Raman pursued entrance exams for business schools. His efforts bore
fruits as he secured a place in the country’s best business school, known for a strong alumni base, stellar
placement records and demanding academic requirements.
Raman was delighted; he had three months to join the business school. Flying Groceries demanded that any
employee who wished to leave the organization should give at least a month’s notice. Raman decided to
continue working and enriching his work experience, which will be beneficial when applying to companies after
graduating from the business school. Therefore, he decided not to share the news of the offer with anyone else
for the time being.
Question 146
Raman received a verification letter from Flying Groceries outlining his basic job responsibilities during his
tenure there. However, Raman required a document to substantiate the additional responsibilities he undertook
at Flying Groceries by going beyond his call of duty. Sadly, he did not have any documentation of such
additional responsibilities.
Which of the following options will BEST help substantiate the additional responsibilities Raman undertook?

Raman should create documentation, detailing quantifiable metrics and results about his extra work
A
based on his memory.

Raman should collect testimonials on his additional responsibilities from his ex-teammates at Flying
B
Groceries.

Raman should write a public post on social media, appealing to Suraj, mentioning the challenges he
C
faced while taking additional responsibilities, and how he overcame them.

Raman should call Suraj and explain that he will not be able to get a consulting or an operations job
D
without verification.

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Raman should reach out to the recently recruited Chief Supply Chain officer at Flying Groceries to
E
highlight the additional work he contributed to facilitate the officer’s tasks.

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Instructions
Read the situation below and answer the 3 associated questions:
When Deepti opened the package, she was aghast. She received cotton pillow covers instead of satin pillow
covers, she had ordered. Deepti ordered them for her father from a popular e-commerce website that hosted
products of many sellers.
Confused, Deepti contacted the seller’s office using the details given on the package. The seller’s representative
profusely regretted and promised to send the satin pillow covers at no extra cost. He added that Deepti need
not return the cotton covers she received. Deepti happily accepted the deal.
A few days later, Deepti received another package from the seller. Unfortunately, this package also contained
cotton pillow covers. Completely disillusioned with the seller’s professionalism, Deepti decided to put to use
these cotton pillow covers also.
Question 147
After a few months, the sales head enquired, “In case you are using the cotton pillow covers and like them,
kindly rate them on the e-commerce website. It will help us serve our customers better.”
Later that evening, her father remarked, “You know, I really love these pillow covers though I am not sure why
you bought so many of them”.
Which of the following reasons gives Deepti the BEST rationale to ignore the sales head’s request?

A Acceding to the request will imply that she was wrong in ordering satin pillow covers in the first place.

B If the seller truly cared about customers, they should have shipped the satin pillow covers by now.

C Her review will lack credibility since there is no proof that she purchased the product.

D Acceding to the request benefits just the seller while her sore experience remains.

E Cotton pillow covers were delivered erroneously. Hence the seller does not deserve appreciation.

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XAT Previous Papers

Instructions
Read the following scenario and answer the TWO questions that follow.
Moonlighting is the practice of working for one organisation while also accepting additional responsibilities and
jobs, typically without the employer's knowledge in another organization. It is named as such because it is
typically performed at night or on the weekends. “Doing two remote jobs at once was already happening; it was
the biggest open secret out there in tech," said a US techie.
Due to weaker margins, major Indian IT companies such as Infosys, TCS, and Wipro announced that they would
delay, postpone, or reduce variable pay-outs to employees for the first quarter of fiscal year 2023. This drew
attention to Moonlighting. The Indian IT industry was divided on the issue of Moonlighting. Some considered it
unethical, while others viewed it as an urgent necessity. Infozeta Chairman Patrick's stance on this matter was
crystal clear. "There is a great deal of talk about people working part-time in the tech industry. This is cheating,
pure and simple," he had tweeted.
However, McMillan, CEO of Betauniverse, does not consider Moonlighting as "cheating.". "Employment is a
contract between an employer who pays me for working 'n' number of hours per day," he explained. “Now, what I
do after that time is entirely up to me; I can do whatever I please."
Question 148

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Mr. Q is an IT professional who works for a small company in Bangalore. His office hours are from 2:00 p.m. to
10:00 p.m.; thus, he wants to utilize his morning time. He thought of taking up extra work; however, he is not
sure about the righteousness of his decision. His company does not have any clear policy on Moonlighting. As
he is confused, he seeks opinions of the people who work in his industry to understand ethical dimension of
Moonlighting. The following opinions are shared with Mr. Q:
Opinion 1: Moonlighting is unacceptable since the employer has a complete right over the employee.
Opinion 2: Moonlighting is a choice of the employee, and that the employer has no authority over the
employee's conduct after office hours.
Opinion 3: Moonlighting leads to employee missing out on important organizational work.
Opinion 4: While Moonlighting, the employee might unknowingly leak critical information gained from one
organization to the other.
Opinion 5: It is OK to Moonlight as employers are exploitative and underpay employees.
Given the abovementioned opinions, which of the following combinations will BEST help Mr. Q to realize that
Moonlighting is unethical?
A Opinions 2 & 4

B Opinions 3 & 4

C Opinions 1 & 5

D Opinions 2 & 3

E Opinions 2 & 5

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Instructions
Read the following scenario and answer the THREE questions that follow.
Comprehension:
Future Leaders is one of the most prestigious private schools in a small town, next to an industrial hub. Most of
its students come from affluent families, but there are some who belong to middle-income and lower-middle-
income families as well. The school charges an annual fee of ₹2 lakhs, inclusive of all charges, payable at the
beginning of the academic year. Roughly 20% of the fees collected goes into paying the salaries of the teachers,
another 30% for the upkeep of the school, and roughly 20% for miscellaneous expenses in running day-to-day
businesses like supply, cleaning etc. The remaining goes into an exigency corpus.
This year, like the rest of the country, the town has been hit by the coronavirus pandemic. The classes have
been shifted online. The local authorities have mandated that all schools have to reduce their fees by 20%.
Further, parents should be given extended time to pay the fees if they are in financial distress. Six months into
the academic year, only 40% of the parents have paid even the reduced annual fees.
Question 149
Teachers of Future Leaders contribute to its stellar reputation. Moreover, they assistthe school in arriving at
several critical decisions. Biswas resents their involvementin school matters as he has to listen to their
collective voice rather than the otherway around.
Biswas feels that the current situation offers him an opportunity to get back at theteachers. He wants to
discuss the possibility of reducing teachers’ salaries by 20%with the board of trustees.
Which of the following, if true, will BEST enable Biswas to present his case forreducing teachers’ salaries?

A Two other well-known private schools in the city, struggling to survive, have resorted to apay cut

B Future Leaders pays higher salaries to its teachers in comparison to the other schools inthe city.

Most of the teachers are alumni of the school, and hence, should be asked to give backto the school
C
through a pay cut

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D 30% of the most experienced teachers may resign if there is a pay cut

E Teachers' salaries are a significant part of the school’s operating cost

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Some managers did not indicate any preference for some rooms, as they did want to be there under any
condition. The company decided to allot rooms to managers in such a way that the managers get rooms as per
their best preference or close to that.
Question 150
If manager X gets his/her 1st choice, then his/her preference ranking is 1 and so on. Management decided to
allot rooms so that the sum of the preference ranking of all the managers is minimized. What is the total
preference ranking for the rooms allotted to all the managers?

A 5

B 6

C 7

D 8

E 9

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A 5

B 7

C 15

D 16

E 20

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Instructions
Read the following caselet and answer the questions that follow:
You are a Human Resource (HR) Manager in the HR Department of Vikash Educational Charitable Trust. You
organize and support recruitment and training, provide secretarial support for disciplinary investigations and
keep personnel records of staff. You report to Ms. Deelipa, one of the two Senior HR Managers who reports to
the HR Director.
Question 152
The new induction training program has been a roaring success. All new induction courses for the next 12
months have been tightly scheduled. This morning, you receive a call from Mr. Surya, the Head of the Trust
requesting you to train eight newly recruited teaching assistants before they start their job next month. You
explain that all the slots are fully booked for the next 3 months, but he insists that the new teaching assistants
be trained immediately, to hopefully reduce turnover among them. You speak to Deelipa, who wants you to deal
with the issue on your own.
Review the following responses that you wish to communicate to Mr. Surya:
1. Inform him that once the schedules are drawn up, it is not possible to effect any change as the reputation of
the Trust would be at stake.
2. Suggest that a new agency may be permitted to run induction sessions for these teaching assistants, as a
special case.
3. Tell him that if some inductees dropout in the first month, at least some teaching assistants can be
accommodated.
4. Tell him that since no space is available in the induction training sessions for three months, you, as the HR
manager would conduct induction sessions for them after office hours.
Select the best of the following responses in the descending order of effectiveness.

A 2,1,3,4

B 3,2,1,4

C 3,2,4,1

D 2,4,3,1

E 2,3,1,4

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Read the following caselet and answer the questions that follow:
Thakur Raja, a young cabinet minister, glanced through the notes of his secretary regarding the recent
controversies on ‘Racket’, the most popular game of the country. While International Racket Association (IRA)
has agreed to implement Drug Testing Code (DTC), the Racket Club which controls the entire Racket related
activities had some reservations regarding the initiative. A majority of the citizens eagerly awaited their
country's participation and performance at the international competitions during the Champions Trophy. Due to
the popularity of the game, 70% of the total revenue associated with the game originates from the country.
Hence, the Racket Club has earned high bargaining power with the IRA and can influence decisions not aligned
with its interests. Three of the most popular and senior players of the Club, including the captain, are against
the imposition of DTC citing security reasons. A decision against the interests of these players might result in
law and order problems throughout the country. Other players support the decision of their senior colleagues
and if the Racket Club refuses, players may support the rebel Counter Racket Club, a new national level
initiative. The Counter Racket Club can challenge the monopoly of the Racket Club, if it succeeds in attracting
some popular players.
Raja was a great soccer player and has major reservations against racket. According to him, racket has
negative influence on the country’s youth and distracts them from productive work. He also considers drug
testing as an essential feature of any sports and games across the world. As the new cabinet minister for Youth
and Sports, he needs to take some important decisions on this contentious issue.
Question 153
If Thakur Raja wants to create a lasting impact, the most reasonable option for him is to:

A Force the Racket Club to accept all regulations relating to drug testing.

B Enforce drug testing while providing adequate security to all players.

C Get popular Racket players to endorse Soccer.

D Ban Racket as a sport, citing its negative influence on youth.

E Align with Counter Racket Club and reinforce their initiatives.

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Question 154
According to DTC, each athlete/sportsperson needs to submit their schedule for the next three months
specifying an hour each day when they can be randomly tested for drugs. DTC also ensures the confidentiality
of the submitted schedule by:
i. Limiting access of player-supplied information only to two senior officers.
ii. Allowing these officers to access the schedule of only those sports persons who are randomly selected for
testing.
iii. Introducing similar security features for DTC database as is the case with financial institutions.
The top three popular players realize security is the only reason for them to get a favorable decision from Raja.
Hence during discussions, they should focus on all options except:

A Recent report includes their country to be among the top five nations vulnerable to data security breach.

B DTC is unwilling to share details with security agencies of officers involved in background check.

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Any leak of their private schedules may result in huge public gathering and it will make the job of
C
security agencies very difficult.

D Popular Racket players are on the hit list of terrorist organizations.

E It is difficult to provide adequate security coverage in large stadiums where Racket is played.

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Shyam prepares and sells piping hot puri and sabji (gravy) from 7:00 am to 9:00 am (both inclusive) through a
stall at XLRI campus. Presently, he has just a single oven, which can do only one job at a time. It takes 30
minutes to cook one handi (a large bowl) of sabji, sufficient for 12 customers. It takes him 10 minutes to
prepare 2 plates of puri at a time. While the cost of a plate of puri-sabji is ₹ 10, the price is ₹ 25. Puri stays hot
for only 5 minutes after preparation, while sabji stays hot for 30 minutes only. It takes 10 minutes to reheat the
sabji which stays hot for another 30 minutes. If he brings a handi of hot sabji from home, the transport would
cost him ₹ 50. It can also stay hot for 30 minutes excluding the transportation time. Currently, every 20 minutes
five plates are ordered. All unsold quantities are distributed at cost after 9:30 am.
Question 155
Find the maximum number of plates of puri-sabji Shyam can sell in the first hour of business?

A 6

B 8

C 10

D 12

E 15

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his stall for breakfast and lunch, and even for occasional evening snacks. His daily sale volume varies between
300 and 400 dosas, in which the demand for masala dosas is around 50-60%.
Question 156
One day, Dileep, while walking through the hospital food court, sees a vacant spot.He wonders if he can shift his
stall to that spot.
Which of the following information will dissuade him the MOST from shifting his stall to the food court?

A The food court closes by 10:30 pm, though his current stall is open till midnight.

B The food court has no other stall selling dosas.

C The food court sees a daily foot fall of about 5000 people.

D All the restaurants in the food court, except the fast-food stalls, sell North Indian meal during lunch time.

E On enquiry, he learnt that the cheapest dish in the food court is priced at ₹200.

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Answer the following questions on the basis of information given in the following situation.
Satyender heads a branch of a Micro-Finance company. The company provides small-size loans catering to
rural households. As the head of the branch, he supervises three collection officers - Palani, Sayed, and Godwin.
Palani was recently transferred by the company from another branch.
Question 157
Three months later, Palani submitted local travel bills to Satyender for reimbursement. Satyender realized that
the bill amount was 30% higher than expected.
Which of the following options, if true, will enable Satyender take a decision that shall set a precedent, which is
least likely to be misused in the future?

Palani being new to the area uses autorickshaws which are more expensive than personal motorcycles
A
used by other collection officers.

B Unlike his colleagues, Palani's house has very poor public transport connectivity.

C Unlike his colleagues, Palani's sales territory has a powerful competitor.

D Unlike his colleagues, Palani's customers can meet him only during weekends.

E Unlike his colleagues, Palani has to visit customers repeatedly as they require additional persuasion.

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cricket, a batsman got one point for hitting the ball and zero point for missing it. In “Snakes & Ladder”, a person
got one point for winning the game and zero for losing. To the coach’s utter surprise, the distribution of points
across all three games was the same. It was as follows:

The coach has to select a team of eleven in each sport.

Question 158
Which of the following options is the correct statement for picking up the cricket team?

A The coach should never select the player in the range of 0-9 points.

B The coach should never select players from the range of 50-59.

C The coach should never select players from the range of 70-79.

D The coach should definitely select players only from the range of 80-99.

E None of the above.

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Question 159
Which of the following options is the best way to select the “Snakes & Ladder” team?

A The coach must select all students between 80 and 99.

B The coach must select both the students between 90 and 99.

C The coach must select at least 6 students between 40 and 59.

D The coach must not select students between 0 and 9.

E The coach can ignore the data in the table and randomly pick any 11 prayers.

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Read the following case – let and answer the that follow

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in terms of “average” and “number of times a student scored cent per cent marks”.

A 4, 11, 14

B 1, 4, 11

C 4, 5, 6

D 4, 11, 13

E Any team can win the competition

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Answer questions on the basis of information given in the following case.

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nature. Subsequently, another branch of Mohan’s was opened in Panipat. Mohan had chosen Ram to head the
Panipat branch. Though Ram increased sales in short time, he had stopped using premium quality organic
vegetables, the speciality of Mohan’s. Mohan and Kishan were not happy with his way of doing business.

Now, the foremost challenge for Mohan was to sort out this issue with Ram. Mohan knew that replacing Ram
with Kishan was difficult as Kishan did not want to leave Delhi. However, giving a freehand to Ram might have
long term negative consequences. Mohan was confused about the future of course of actions.
Question 161
Mohan sought the help of five consultants, who give the following opinions:
I. Organic vegetables might be a big success at Connaught place but awareness about organic vegetables is
low among Panipat customers.
II. The Connaught place model can be implemented in Panipat provided the business is prepared to face the
consequences.
III. Many high end restaurants in Panipat use organic vegetables. So, using organic vegetables will not be a
differentiating factor.
IV. Selling prices of their dishes in Panipat are significantly lower. Using organic vegetables will bring down
profits.
V. Premium quality organic vegetables are not easily available in Panipat.

Which of the following set of options would support Ram’s argument of not using organic vegetables?

A I, III, IV

B II, IV, V

C I, III, IV, V

D II, III, IV, V

E All of the above

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Please read the three reports (newspaper articles) on ranking of different players and products in smart phones
industry and answer the questions that follow.

Report 1: (Feb, 2013)

Apple nabs crown as current top US mobile phone vendor

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US smartphone market, while Samsung again sits at number two with 30 percent. Motorola manages to rank
third with 7 percent, while HTC dropped to fourth with 6 percent. In the US smartphone market, LG is fifth with 6
percent. Note how the percentages aren’t all that different from overall mobile phone market share - for all
intents and purposes, the smartphone market is the mobile phone market in the US going forward. Still,
Samsung was the top mobile phone vendor overall for 2012, and Strategy Analytics expects Samsung to be
back on top soon. “Samsung had been the number one mobile phone vendor in the US since 2008, and it will
surely be keen to recapture that title in 2013 by launching improved new models such as the rumored Galaxy
S4”. And while Apple is the top vendor overall among smartphones, its iOS platform is still second to the
Android platform overall. Samsung is the largest vendor selling Android-based smartphones, but Motorola, HTC,
LG, and others also sell Android devices, giving the platform a clear advantage over iOS both domestically and
globally.

Report 2: Reader’s Response (2013, Feb)

Report 3: Contradictory survey (Feb, 2013)

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Source: 92.825 US mobile users, July 2012 - January 2013
Fortunately, those questions were answered by OnDevice Research’s representative. He explained that the
survey was conducted on mobile web where the survey software could detect the taker’s device and since
user’s rate their satisfaction levels on a 1 to 10 scale, thanks to the Nexus device, Google was included.
Question 162
Assume report1 and report3 are both correct, which of the following can be a reason for seemingly divergent
ranks of different companies and their products?

A iPhone4, another product from Apple, could have been the best seller in the U.S.

B HTC-One was the most preferred device in Japan.

C OnDevice included Google in the list because it is an important player in Android market.

D Customer satisfaction never leads to higher customer loyalty.

E None of the above.

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The CEO of ABC Telecom Ltd. (ABC) is in a quandary since he received the telephone call in the morning from
his counterpart at LMN Telecom Ltd. (LMN). Both companies were engaged in a bitter experience a couple of
years ago when they had attempted to merge with the intention of creating a behemoth telecom company,
possibly the largest in the world. The merger had fallen through due to opportunistic behavior on the part of Mr.
Das, then CEO of LMN. During the time the merger talks were taking place, Mr. Das had also approached a few
other suitors for LMN in an attempt to force ABC to pay a higher price. Further, there were reports of attempts
by management of LMN to scuttle the deal. Back then, ABC had also faced stiff opposition to the deal from one
of its large shareholders.

Since then, a lot has changed for both companies. The bleak economic conditions due to recession had led to a
drastic fall in the market value of both companies, with ABC comparatively losing much more in terms of
market value. Raising money has become more difficult for both companies, especially for LMN. On the brighter
side for ABC, the opposing shareholder had recently sold off his stake to another investor who earlier had
supported the original merger deal with LMN a couple of years ago.
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Which of the following would be the most appropriate line (s) of thought for the CEO of ABC to adopt in
response to the offer by LMN?
I. Once bitten twice shy. There is simply no way I can think of resuming talks with LMN after their unethical
behaviour the previous time around. I would rather spend my time on merger discussions with other
companies.
Ii. The deal may make less business sense this time around. However, if it goes through, I will become the CEO
of the world’s largest telecom company. So let us try our luck once more.
Iii. I will resume talks only if they provide guarantees as to the reimbursement of our expenses incurred, in the
event of the deal not materializing.
Iv. Let me not be biased against dealing with LMN, if we can secure the deal at a reasonably low price,
benefiting our shareholders, let us go ahead with it.
V. I am not sure if we can raise the money now. In any event, they are the ones facing greater financial
problems. So let’s not hurry now. We might have an opportunity to buy them out at a cheaper price later.
A i and iii

B ii and iv

C ii and iii

D i and iv

E iv and v

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Read the following case-let and answer the questions that follow

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comprehensiveness of the internship experience. Rajinder got inspired by the life story of the founder of
Bigmart, and the value the founder held. Bigmart was one of the best companies in the world.

The people that Rajinder worked for at Bigmart during the internship noticed Rajinder’s work ethic, knowledge,
and enthusiasm for the business. Before the summer ended, Rajinder had been offered a job as a Management
Trainee by Bigmart, to start upon graduation. Balwant was happy to see Rajinder succeed. Even for Rajinder,
this was a dream job - holding the opportunity to move up the ranks in a big company. Rajinder did indeed move
up the ranks quickly, from management trainee, to assistant store manager, to supervising manager of three
stores, to the present position - Real Estate Manager, North India. This job involved locating new sites within
targeted locations and community relations.

A Wife

B Boss

C Let time take its own course

D Balwant

E His colleagues in the office

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Six months later, Girirajan realized that a lot of Kannadiga and Telugu customers started visiting the restaurant
along with their Tamil friends. One day, a Kannadiga customer looking for Devangere Benne Dosa suggested
that it may not be a bad idea for Girirajan to serve Karnataka and Andhra cuisines along with Tamil.
With time, the popularity of the reastaurant kept soaring. As a result, a lot of Malays, Indonesians and Chinese
started visiting the restaurant. His software engineer friend advised to cater to customers of all nationalities.
Despite his desire to go grand, Girirajan realized he did not have enough money to get extra space anywhere in
Singapore and banks were also reluctant to lend.
One day, while assessing the business, he realized that the restaurant had 90% occupancy rate during peak
hours and 40% during the non-peak hours. Both figures were increasing with time.
Question 165
Giriraja experimented with Karnataka food for a fortnight. He collected sales data for Karnataka food along with
the trend of overall sales for the last seven days. Which of the following datasets, IF TRUE, will give Girirajan
greater confidence to continue serving Karnataka food? (Figures below represent Karnataka food sales as
percentage of total sales.)

A 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, with total sales trend increasing by 0.4%.

B 20, 20, 20, 20, 20, 20, 20, with total sales trend increasing by 0.4%.

C 50, 47, 44, 40, 47, 45, 40, with total sales trend remaining same.

D 45, 44, 43, 42, 41, 40, 39, with total sales trend remaining same.

E 20, 50, 10, 45, 43, 13, 36, with total sales trend coming down.

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Read the following caselet and choose the best alternative:

Prof. Vijya, the chairperson of the Faculty Academic Committee (FAC), was trying to understand the
implications of decisions taken by the Student Placement Committee (SPC) on placement issues.

This allegation confused the members and it was decided to adjourn the meeting. Vijya was to decide on the
next course of action.
Question 166
Vijya found that there were many such cases of grade inflation. She was giving final touches to the report when
her attention was diverted by a phone call on her personal cell phone. It was from an unlisted number. The
caller conveyed to her that it will be in her interest as well as in the interest of the college if the report is not

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presented to the Director. The caller also told her these findings will change nothing only result in bad publicity
for the college. The caller identified himself as a well-wisher of the college before hanging up. Consider yourself
in Vijya's position and choose an appropriate decision from the following choices.
A Disregard the phone call and do not share its details with others.

B Understand the implications of the phone call and apply for a leave.

C Call up the Director, tell him about the phone call, and excuse yourself from the responsibility.

D Talk to the Director and seek his opinion.

E Constitute a different committee to investigate the "phone call" and carry on with normal Activities.

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Analyse the following caselet and answer the questions that follow:

Recently a private food testing agency reported the presence of a harmful chemical in Crunchy Chips, a product
of a fast moving consumer goods giant. The report sparked a nationwide Outcry.
Question 167
Rajan Shekhawat, the CEO of the company, feared this incident might affect the company’s image among
consumers. Rajan had the following options:
1. Apologizing publicly for this inconvenience and immediately withdrawing the products from all stores.
2. Communicate ‘the correct findings’ to the public.
3. Hire a reputed independent testing agency to verify the claims of the report.
4. Establish internal mechanisms to prevent repetition of such incidences in future.
5. Give higher incentives to distributors and retailers for selling the company brands.

Which of the following would be the MOST APPROPRIATE ORDER of options for Rajan, starting from the
immediate?

A 3, 1, 5

B 3, 2, 4

C 1, 3, 5

D 1, 2, 5

E 5, 3, 2

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crystal clear. "There is a great deal of talk about people working part-time in the tech industry. This is cheating,
pure and simple," he had tweeted.
However, McMillan, CEO of Betauniverse, does not consider Moonlighting as "cheating.". "Employment is a
contract between an employer who pays me for working 'n' number of hours per day," he explained. “Now, what I
do after that time is entirely up to me; I can do whatever I please."
Question 168
Which of the following options will have the LEAST negative consequenceon Moonlighting employees?

A Employer reducing daily working hours from eight hours to six hours

B Increased family problems because employees will not spend quality time at home

C Poor physical health of employees because of excess work

D Employees's performance may be adversely affected because of over working

E Employer reducing salaries of employees because of Moonlighting

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Read the following scenario and answer the THREE questions that follow.
Dhan, a poor but enterprising 15-year-old, resided in the world’s largest slum in a metropolitan city, along with
her widowed mother. The densely packed slum housed about a million people, mostly in rickety one room
tenements, connected by labyrinthine lanes and by-lanes. Dhan’s mother worked intermittently as a daily wager
in a small savoury factory. For a 15-year-old, Dhan’s life was hectic. She spends two hours every day in fetching
water for the household, packing breakfast and lunch for her mother. In addition, she had to prepare supper. On
her mother’s insistence, Dhan also attended an evening bridge school run by an NGO. Dhan’s dream was to
provide a comfortable life to her mother and take her family out of poverty. Of late, Dhan observed that the
customers to a nearby tea-cum-savoury stall (TCS), were mostly the slum dwellers, who thronged the stall for
its low prices and lack of alternatives. Further, Dhan gathered that the TCS could not cater to all of its
customers, and the owner still made a neat Rs.800 profit per day. Dhan saw that a probable first step towards
her family’s economic independence could be to own her own TCS.
Question 169
Within two years of establishment, Dhan’s TCS is not only outcompeting its nearest rivals in the slum but has
also earned a goodwill for the quality and taste of its products. Hence, it has become famous within the slum
as “Dhan Dhana Dhan” brand. Dhan now aspires to expand the reach of her savouries into the metropolitan
region. Dhan wishes to scale up her savoury production from 100 kg to 1000 kg per day while maintaining
quality. Dhan realizes that her establishment does not have the space for expansion on its own.
Which of the following options will BEST help Dhan to scale up production with least investment, tightly control
quality, and also protect her business interests?

A Buy additional space within the slum and establish own manufacturing unit

B Outsource the production, along with secret recipes, to a mass savoury production unit outside the slum

C Lease space in the metropolitan region and establish a manufacturing unit of TCS

D Stop catering to the slum dwellers and start serving the metropolitan region exclusively

Provide the savoury dough and preparation instructions to 100 willing women in the slum and co-opt
E
them as business partners

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Question 170
From the following, choose the BEST option that will increase Dhan’s chances of realising her dream of starting
a venture?

A Hire someone at Rs.10 per day to fetch water for the household

B Request mother to fetch water for the household

C Request mother to pack her own breakfast and lunch

D Request mother to stop working and be a partner in the new venture

E Stop going to the bridge school

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Read the situation below and answer the 3 associated questions:
Two industrial towns, Jayanagar and Ramnagar, about 15 kms. apart, are similar in land area, population, ethnic
diversity and per capita incomes.
Jagdeep Singh owns a bakery named Le Baguette in Jayanagar. He specializes in croissants, masala bread and
whole wheat bread; eggless cakes are also a favorite.
Among the four bakeries in Jayanagar, Jagdeep’s bakery with a market share of 30% is second only to the
oldest Le Croissant bakery whose market share is 40%. Le Croissant commands a loyal customer base and
does not offer eggless varieties.
Question 171
From a newspaper, Jagdeep has learnt that Americans use their own ovens to bake ready-to-bake products,
sold by some bakeries. This idea is apparently catching up in Indian metros as well.
Jagdeep wants to try this out in his bakery. He has gathered the following facts:
1. US bakeries that also sell ready-to-bake products earned higher revenues compared to those that do not.
2. Around 7% of Jagdeep’s regular customers own baking ovens in their homes.
3. The sale of baking ovens in India is forecast to increase by 12% every year, for the next three years.
4. 50% of Jagdeep’s regular customers are fulltime working couples.
5. In Indian metros, ready-to-bake products give higher profit margins compared to finished products.
Select the BEST of the following sequences of the above facts, in DESCENDING order of effectiveness, to
support Jagdeep.

A 2, 5, 1, 3, 4

B 3, 4, 5, 1, 2

C 1, 5, 3, 2, 4

D 2, 3, 5, 1, 4

E 3, 2, 1, 4, 5

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Read the following scenario and answer the THREE questions that follow.
Bharat Business School (BBS), a premier business school, was renowned for the quality education it provided.
Its faculty, known for their domain area expertise and excellence in teaching, competed with each other for a
better student feedback. Of late, the institute was finding it difficult to upgrade its course content with rapidly
changing global business scenario. The difficulties multiplied when the school realized that some of senior
faculty would retire on regular basis, starting in the near future. To overcome these difficulties, BBS decided to
recruit young faculty in all the departments (e.g., Economics, Finance,
Marketing, HRM, Production etc).
When the Dean - Academics scanned the applications, she found three distinct types of aspirants viz. (i) A type
candidates who were very good teachers, competent at teaching the courses taught by existing faculty
members; (ii) B type candidates who were average teachers, competent at creating and teaching new courses
that would complement existing courses, taught by the current faculty; (iii) C type candidates were not-so-good
teachers, willing to teach any course BBS required.
Note1: A course is termed complementary when it covers latest content and complements existing courses
offered by a department.
Note2: Each department decides the suite of courses to be offered.
Question 172
Given the above context, which of the following options will be the BEST recruitment decision for BBS?

A Hire B type candidates so that all types of courses can be offered to students

B Don’t recruit and request the existing faculty to develop complementary courses

C Hire C type candidates, as they can teach any course

D Hire A type candidates unconditionally and allow them to teach courses taught by the existing faculty

E Hire A type candidates on a condition that they will have to develop complementary courses.

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Question 173
Suppose the Dean - Academics wanted to reduce future conflicts and political maneuvering to ensure harmony
among faculty.
Which of the following options will BEST reduce conflicts and politicking amongst the faculty?

A Hire B type candidates to teach complementary courses

B Hire C type candidates and allow them to teach all types of courses

C Hire A type candidates to teach existing courses and ask existing faculty to teach new courses

D Hire A type candidates, and let the new as well as existing faculty offer same courses

E Hire B type candidates and allow them to teach all kinds of courses

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Question 174
Suppose the Dean-Academics wanted to ensure the most efficient utilization of faculty resources.
Which of the following hiring decisions will ensure the MOST efficient utilization of faculty resources?

A Hire A type candidates and let the new as well as existing faculty teach same courses

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B Hire B type candidates to teach complementary courses

C Ask existing faculty to develop complementary courses

D Hire C type candidates and assign them teaching-assistant responsibilities

E Hire A type candidates, capable of developing complementary courses

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Read the following scenario and answer the THREE questions that follow.
During the floods of 2018-2019, a group of philanthropists led by Niyabuddin, wished to open free food centre
for the needy. Their motto was that “no human should be hungry.” Nothing gives more satisfaction to the
philanthropists than to see the hungry eat to the fullest.
Post Covid-19, the group started a food centre by the name Win Borne Life Care Food (WBLCF) in a small town
called Palakkad. The centre started gaining popularity as the number of people enjoying free meals increased
over time. Initially, WBLCF offered a standardized menu consisting of idli, upma, puttu for breakfast, curd rice
for lunch, and idli or upma for supper. Six women were employed by WBLCF to prepare all the meals. As the
number of diners increased, they started expecting a variety in the menu. At WBLCF, not all the diners eat "free":
while two-thirds of diners get free food, one-third would donate some amount to a transparent charity box kept
at the entrance. For example, a man donated Rs. 500 after consuming two idlis, and a woman approached
Niyabuddin and inquired about donating 10 kilogrammes of rice. Those who could not afford to donate, were
often seen prostrating worshipfully in front of the charity box. Some caring individuals made monetary donation
while others donated rice, fruits and vegetables to WBLCF. Further, the centre received enquiries from many
locals on how they could contribute to the cause.
As the centre was lauded for its philanthropic work by people of the town, Niyabuddin intended to replicate the
initiative in the nearby districts. However, he is concerned about the cost that goes into running the centre.
Almost 75 percent of the donated amount goes into buying the cooking ingredients, while the rest goes into
paying salaries, operations and maintenance costs.
Question 175
Niyabuddin realised that on some days the food was wasted while on other days diners went back hungry. He
sought advice from a consultant friend on how to reduce wastage. The consultant suggested the following:
1. Launch a mobile app so that diners can pre-inform their arrival to WBLCF.
2. Ask diners who enjoy free meal to distribute excess food to hungry on streets
3. Ask diners to eat less as it is good for health
4. Preach people to eat less
5. Ration amount of food to be served to the diners
Which of the above ideas will not be consistent with the core ethos of
WBLCF?

A 2, 3 & 5

B 3, 4 & 5

C 1, 3 & 4

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D 2, 3 & 4

E 1, 2 & 3

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Instructions
Read the following scenario and answer the TWO questions that follow.
The CEO of the Jamshedpur Tea Factory (JTF) was in a quandary over employees skipping work. It was
becoming increasingly difficult for him to identify employees who faked illness to skip work. The work of the
employees was complex and intricate, and they had to report to eight supervisors. “Faking illness” made it
difficult for JTF to judiciously decide on “Promotion” and “Training” of employees. An employee could only be
promoted on the completion of a multi-skilling training program. Further, to be nominated for the training
program, an employee must be recommended by a minimum of six supervisors. JTF wanted to promote only
sincere and deserving employees.
Question 176
Which of the following policies will be MOST prone to error while selecting deserving and sincere employees?

A Outsource all leave decisions to a doctor whose judgment will be final

B Let the CEO office decide on promotions but supervisors will decide on the leave.

C Outsource all leave decisions to a lawyer whose judgement will be final

D Let the CEO office decide on leave but supervisors will recommend the promotion.

E Let the CEO office decide on the leave as well as promotions.

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Instructions
Read the following scenario and answer the THREE questions that follow.
Comprehension:
Korkai is a serene village, nestled in a small island, separated from the mainland by a strait— the world forgot to
name. Its inhabitants are mostly fishermen; a few are cattle-grazers too. A boat ride across the strait is the only
mode of transport to the mainland. Budugu, the boatman, ferries people, cattle, and bicycles across the strait in
his boat for a living. The remoteness and the lack of connection to the mainland has served him well. He has a
family of five. His two daughters are away studying in a city college and dream of corporate jobs in the cities.
His ailing mother and wife complete his family. Budugu sent his daughters to study in the city as there is only
one school in Korkai, run by an NGO. The NGO prepares the village kids for higher studies. For those who cannot
go to cities, the NGO teaches them about the virtues of the local way of life. Budugu is a member of the village
Panchayat that runs the village administration. At Korkai, hardly anyone remembers the local MLA or MP.
Interestingly, the local MLA visited last week, and informed the islanders of major changes planned for the
region: urgent construction of a bridge connecting the island to the mainland, and real estate development. She
announced that the island will become a well-known eco-tourism destination in the state. She stressed that the
local livelihood, dependent on fortunes at the sea, might enjoy the certainty in minimum wages, meted out by
the eco-resort owners. Nevertheless, some villagers fear that the bridge will irreversibly change their lives and
livelihoods.
Question 177
Budugu fears that the proposed bridge will leave him jobless, and is determined to do something about it. He
wants to gather effective support in order to get the construction of the proposed bridge delayed.
Which of the following will be the MOST feasible option for Budugu to gather effective support?

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A Form a boat rowers' association and sit on a hunger strike to protest the proposed bridge

B Inform the environmental experts in the nearby cities that the strait is home to rare fish, frogs and turtles

C Suspend his boat services till the villagers start supporting his cause

D Partner with the local NGO and campaign that the developments will ruin the local way of life

E Get a resolution passed by the Panchayat that the bridge will ruin the local way of life

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XAT Decision Making Free Video

Instructions
Read the situation below and answer the 3 associated questions:
A Multinational Company (MNC) sources pristine natural spring water from Bori, a village in Satpura mountains.
The unprocessed natural spring water is directly bottled by the MNC. The company brands it as “Natural Spring
Water” and sells at 50% premium vis-a-vis other brands that sell processed water.
The local panchayat, under the Panchayati Raj Act, 1992 controls the spring water usage. Hence, the company
signed a 30-year contract with the panchayat for exclusive access to the spring water for business purposes.
This contract contributes 50% to the panchayat’s revenues besides providing 250 jobs in the panchayat. The
spring also meets domestic and agricultural needs of the people of Bori and the surrounding villages.
Question 178
Chanchala owns a small parcel of farming land in Bori. She grows cannabis in some part of her land and earns
a significant amount of money from it. Soon after the bottling plant was commissioned, Chanchala, instigated
by a landlord with a vested interest, starts accusing the MNC of robbing her of water and impacting her
livelihood. She threatens to take the MNC to court.
Which of the following options will BEST solve the MNC’s problem?

A Promise to employ Chanchala’s 17-year-old son as he turns 18

B Request the panchayat to excommunicate Chanchala for cultivating cannabis

C Buy Chanchala’s produce at a premium of 30% to the market price

D Get the villagers employed by the MNC to persuade Chanchala not to sue

E Compensate the monetary loss as perceived by Chanchala

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Question 179
The MNC is concerned about chemical contamination of the natural spring water due to the agricultural runoff
with pesticides and fertilizers. The MNC is looking for a sustainable solution to this contamination.
Which of the following courses of action will BEST solve the issue?

Negotiate with the Panchayat to gain control of the entire spring and provide alternate sources of
A
irrigation for farming

B Change branding from “Natural Spring Water” to “Processed Drinking Water”

C Move to another state with unexploited natural springs

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D Coax the farmers in the natural spring’s catchment to move to organic farming

E Acquire all agricultural land in the natural spring’s catchment and afforest them

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During the interview, G&P quizzed if Rakesh would sustain his relationship with his former colleagues at
A
SPCIL.

Through social media, Rakesh discovered that Manikandan’s contact, who had left SPCIL to join G&P, is
B
no longer with G&P.

Senior-level employees at G&P, who began their career in similar projects, are now confined to their desk
C
at the head office for almost a decade.

D As G&P also planned to enter two Southern states, it has decided to recruit people from those states.

Manikandan stopped both of his sons from taking up private-sector jobs, given his loyalty to the
E
government.

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Instructions
Read the following caselet and answer the questions that follow:
The Public Relations Department of an organization has spent only 4 crores of its allocated 16 crores on
publicity. There are 2 months left in the financial year. Due to shortage of officers, the Assistant Director,
Operations has been given an additional charge of publicity. Because of his other commitments, he is unable to
find time to undertake tasks such as baseline study, ascertaining communication needs, testing proposed
messages and media channels, deciding optimum periodicity, measuring impact, etc. He also argues spending
the rest of the budget is unnecessary because their regular programs are already widely known. His boss, the
Director, however, feels that only by utilizing the entire budget can a similar amount be demanded the next year.
He also thinks that there is nothing like enough publicity.
Question 181

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Which of these is the best course of action for the department?
A Repeat the advertising done so far 3 times over and thus exhaust the entire amount.

Rely on the operational experience of the Director and the Assistant Director and start spending the
B
optimal amount right away.

C Surrender the budget right away so it can be utilized by other departments.

Hire a specialized external agency which will study the gaps and needs within a fortnight and follow it's
D
recommendations.

E Request higher authorities to reallocate the remaining amount to other departments of the organization.

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Instructions
Read the following caselet and answer questions that follow:
Sanchit group of Hospitals seeks to improve the success rate and patient satisfaction rate by 100% in the next
year. However, the management can't afford to send doctors for professional development outside the country
nor afford purchasing more equipment. As an in-house measure, the managing board thought of having doctors
with high patient satisfaction to mentor those with less. Most of the doctors found it an interference by the
management, judgmental and an expression of distrust. There were, however, some isolated few who found it a
novel way of learning from each other. The doctors felt the management should instead increase consultancy
fees and spend more on recruiting more paramedics who could spend time with patients, rather than blame
doctors and decided to call it quits. For the management, this would mean loss of patients.
Question 182
Consider the following actions:
1. Conduct a survey of all stakeholders and ascertain their needs and suggestions.
2. Build consensus among doctors and paramedics on a possible way forward.
3. Prepare an action plan that details the road map along with financial implications.
4. Design differential service packages based on the affordability of the patients.
5. Run a brainstorming session among the leading doctors of the area.
Which of the following sequence of actions is most appropriate for the hospital administration in achieving
their goal?

A 5,4,2

B 1,5,3

C 4,2,1

D 4,5,2

E 1,2,3

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their discomfort with allowing poor children to study along with their kids. They were concerned more about
their manners, habits and language than about schooling. They wanted the trust to either start a separate shift
for such children or remove them from the school since they are supporting them. On the other hand, the
parents of the poor children complained of bullying and teasing and shared their concern regarding the mental
trauma their children undergo. While Mrs. Bhalla, by no means wants to yield to the demands of the affluent
parents, she also cannot ignore them since some of them have been making substantial donations to the
school.
Question 183
Which of the following options will empower students the most?

A Ensure no kid from poor income group is detained.

B Maximise students learning achievement.

C Help students relate learning to their real life experiences.

D Ensure rich kids to get to know those on whom their money is spent.

E Encourage students to ask questions that teacher find difficult to answer.

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XAT Previous Papers

Marathe called upon Gore, another project manager, and sought further information on Kale. Gore recalled that
a former colleague, Lakhote (who was also Kale's former boss) had made a few remarks on his appraisal report
about Kale. In his opinion, Kale was not fit for further promotion as he was emotionally unstable to work in
groups though he had seven years of work experience. Lakhote had described Kale as too authoritative to work
under anyone. Lakhote had further told Gore that Kale had an ailing wife, and an old mother, who does not want
to stay with his wife.
Question 184
Consider the following solutions to the problem mentioned above:
1. Marathe should transfer Kale to Chennai office
2. Marathe should try and verify the facts from other sources as well
3. Kale should be sacked
4. Kale should be demoted
5. Marathe should suggest Kale to visit a family counselor

Marathe sought an appointment with Lakhote to find out ways to help Kale. Lakhote is of the opinion that the
company's responsibility is restricted to the workplace and it should not try to address the personal problems of
employees. If Marathe has to agree to Lakhote's opinion, which of the solutions presented in the previous
question would be weakened:

A 1

B 2

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C 3

D 4

E 5

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Instructions
Mrs Biswas was to retire in one year after serving in the construction department of the Gujarat government for
more than thirty years. After retirement, she wanted to spend her retired life along with Mr Biswas, a retired
school teacher in a small town in Kerala. They had two children, both studying in Bengaluru. The Biswas’ wished
to construct a house in Kerala with their life savings.
The couple gathered information about owning a house in Kerala. They had four options:
1.Buy a fully furnished house from a big developer.
2.Buy a semi-furnished house from big developer and furnish it.
3.Get a local unregistered contractor to construct a house and furnish it.
4.Mr Biswas with inputs from the family could supervise the construction of a house back in Kerala by
employing the best material, engineers, masons and labourers.
Question 185
Which option would ENSURE the best control of quality of construction for the Biswas’?

A The first option would ensure the best quality.

B The second option would ensure the best quality.

C The third option would ensure the best quality.

D The fourth option would ensure the best quality.

E Any of the options will equally ensure the best quality.

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Instructions
Shyam prepares and sells piping hot puri and sabji (gravy) from 7:00 am to 9:00 am (both inclusive) through a
stall at XLRI campus. Presently, he has just a single oven, which can do only one job at a time. It takes 30
minutes to cook one handi (a large bowl) of sabji, sufficient for 12 customers. It takes him 10 minutes to
prepare 2 plates of puri at a time. While the cost of a plate of puri-sabji is ₹ 10, the price is ₹ 25. Puri stays hot
for only 5 minutes after preparation, while sabji stays hot for 30 minutes only. It takes 10 minutes to reheat the
sabji which stays hot for another 30 minutes. If he brings a handi of hot sabji from home, the transport would
cost him ₹ 50. It can also stay hot for 30 minutes excluding the transportation time. Currently, every 20 minutes
five plates are ordered. All unsold quantities are distributed at cost after 9:30 am.
Question 186
Shyam’s puri-sabji became famous. Now he gets 5 orders per 10 minutes and has invested in an additional
oven. As he is working alone on both the ovens simultaneously, now in any one oven it takes him 45 minutes to
cook one handi of sabji,15 minutes for 2 plates of puri and 15 minites to reheat the sabji. He can bring only one
handi from home. What will be his maximum daily profit?

A ₹ 250

B ₹ 280

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C ₹ 300

D ₹ 330

E ₹ 360

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Instructions
For the following questions answer them individually
Question 187
Analyse the following caselete and answer the question that follows:
Principal Maheshwari of BINK School of Management is facing a problem that calls for quick action. She
received an anonymous mail one day, possibly from one of the students, complaining about outdated syllabi,
medicore teachers and poor choice of courses on offer.
Which of the following is the best course of action available to the Principal?

She should invite students to discuss any problem openly, one on one or in small groups, promise to act
A
on them but firmly condemn the culture of anonymous mails.

She should update the students about the efforts the institute is taking in sprucing up the syllabi, hiring
B
talented faculty etc., but make no reference to the letter.

She should convene a meeting of the faculty at the earliest and get them to work on updating the syllabi
C
and also arrange a faculty development program but keep mum about the letter.

She should convene a meeting of the faculty and talk about the letter as a symptom of a deeper malaise,
D
ask them to update the syllabi and also organize a faculty development program.

E She should ignore the letter and not think about it at all.

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Instructions
Read the following case and choose the best alternative Guruji's guidance

Bhola, an avid nature lover, wanted to be an entrepreneur. He dreamt of establishing a chain of huts in Chatpur

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region to cater to tourists, who came attracted by the beauty and splendour of the Himalayas.

A Charge environmental cess from all businesses operating out of Himalayas.

Charge cess from anyone who pollutes the environment, it be citizens or industries and reward those
B
who have contributed to afforestation the most.

All profit making organizations have to take responsibility of afforestation proportionate to their
C
profitability.

D Think about maximising the revenues and forget about the environment.

Institute a Green Valley Reward, which would be given to businesses highly active in afforestation
E
efforts.

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Six rooms facing north is called north wing. Similarly six rooms facing east, west and south are called as east
wing, west wing and south wing. Each corner room would be in more than one wing. Each of the wings must
have exactly 11 students. The first floor must have twice as many students as the ground floor.
However Mrs. Sharma found that three fewer students have come to rent the rooms. Still. Mrs.Sharma could
manage to allocate the rooms according to the rules.
Question 189
How many students turned up for renting the rooms?

A 24

B 27

C 30

D 33

E None of these

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XAT Decision Making Mock Tests

A Rao and Ajit are already serving together on the Disciplinary Committee.

B The Chairman has no power in the matter.

C The Members Council cannot pass rules limiting members.

D Rao and Ajit are yet to be confirmed as officers.

E Cultural Committee is only active during the annual festival.

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return journey between Jamshedpur to Delhi.A quick search revealed that ticket from Jamshedpur to Delhi is
available in two trains. Trains 12801 and 12443 depart from Jamshedpur station at 06:45 hrs and 15.55 hrs and
reach Delhi next day at 04:50 hrs and 10:35 hrs respectively. Trains 12444 and 12802 start from Delhi at 17:20
hrs and 22:20 hrs and reach Jamshedpur next day at 10:35 hrs and 20:05 hrs respectively. Another option is to
reach Ranchi by a three hour road trip and take a flight to Delhi from Ranchi. The distance between Ranchi and
Delhi is covered in 105 minutes both-ways by any of the scheduled flights. Air India operates two flights, AI
9810 and AI 810, which depart Ranchi at 8:00 hrs and 15:25 hrs respectively. Flight number IT-3348 operated by
Kingfisher Airlines departs Ranchi at 19:20 hrs. Return flights operated by Air India, AI 9809 and AI 809, depart
Delhi at 5:50 hrs and 11:00 hrs respectively. Flight number IT-3347 operated by Kingfisher Airlines departs Delhi
at 17:10 hrs.From Tina’s home Jamshedpur railway station is five minutes drive, and her destination at Delhi is
90 minutes and 30 minutes drive from airport and railway station respectively. One has to reach the airport at
least one hour before the scheduled departure to complete the boarding procedure. At every railway station she
loses five minutes in navigating through the crowd.
Question 191
Tina has to appear for an exam on 8 th of January in Jamshedpur and she can start from her
residence in Jamshedpur only after 16:00 hrs of the same day. Choose the option, from the options given below,
that will help her to minimize the total time out of Jamshedpur.

A Go by Train 12443 and return by Train 12444

B Go by Train 12443 and return by AI 9809

C Go by IT 3348 and return by Train 12801

D Go by AI 810 and return by Train 12801

E Go by AI 9810 and return by AI 9809

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Instructions
on the basis of the information given in the following case.

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mumbling in the corridor. Over the week, Shiv noticed that the members seemed to avoid him and he had to
make extra effort to get ideas from them. After a fortnight Shiv reviewed the attendance register and found the
Mr. Lal, an old time member, had not come during the week-ends and certain decisions were held up due to lack
of inputs from Mr. Lal. Mr. Shiv issued a written reprimand to Mr. Lal. He was speechless on receiving the
reprimand but kept silent. It has been three days since that incident. Some of the senior members had put in
request for transfer to other business units. It was rumoured that four problems, the unit level managers would
put up a request for help to BAG. The problems ranged from installation of internal MIS systems, to financial
advice related to leasing of equipment, to handling of employee grievances. Over a period of 20 years, Teknik’s
revenues grew from 100 crore 10,000 crore with guidance of BAG and due to Mr. Tekinwala’s vision. Given its
reputation in the industry, many people wanted to start their careers in BAG. Often young MBAs fresh out of
business schools would apply. However their applications used to be rejected by Mr. Teknikwala, who had a
preference for people with extensive industry experience. Things changed after the unfortunate demise of Mr.
Teknikwala. His daughter Miss. Teknikwali took up the family business. She was an MBA from one of the
premier business schools, and was working in a different company when Mr. Tekinwala passed away. She
preferred that BAG developed new ideas and therefore inducted freshly graduated MBAs from premier business
schools. She personally supervised the recruitment and selection process. Now the entire group constituted of
50 specialists, out of which 35 were the old time members. She also changed the reporting relationships in the
BAG group with some of the older members being made to report to the new members. In IT team, Mr. Shiv, a
newly recruited MBA, was made in-charge. For the older members it was a shock. However, as most of them
were on the verge of retirement, and it would be challenging to search for new jobs while competing with
younger professionals, they decided to play along. After one month, all business units were caught up in the
ERP fever. This was an idea pushed by Ms. Teknikwali who the need the need to replace the old legacy systems
with latest ERP system integrating all the units of Teknik. This was heavily influenced by her experience in the
previous where an ERP system was already up and running. Therefore she was not aware of the difference
between installing an ERP system and working on an already installed one. The ERP mplementation in Teknik
Group required extensive coordination with senior level managers of senior legal experts had agreed to an offer
from a law firm. Other senior members would sporadically come in late to work, citing health reasons. Almost
all senior members now wanted a weekly work-routine to be prepared and given to them in advance so that they
could deliver as per the schedule. This insistence on written communication was a problem as urgent problems
or ad-hoc requests could not be foreseen and included. Also normal services to other business units were being
unattended to, and there were complaints coming from the unit heads.
Question 192
How should Mr. Shiv cope with the situation now? Choose the best option, considering Mr. Shiv’s career would
be at stake if the ERP project fails, and assuming that for carrying out the options, he has the necessary
authority to do so.

Resign from BAG. The project cannot be done as per the re-scheduled time-table. Get a job in another
A
company based on BAG’s brand-name.

Inform Ms. Teknikwali about the situation and get help from her to deal with the old time members.
B
Some old members need to be fired so that others are also disciplined.

Align the new members of the BAG group to his side by promising them rewards at end of the project.
C
Obtain approval from Ms. Teknikwali for the same.

Develop work-routines aligned to the ERP project requirements. Hire extra resources for dealing with
D
other ad-hoc requirements and for the ERP project requirements.

Create a joint team of old members and new members within BAG to take care of ad-hoc requirements.
E They would be socialized in out-bound programmes like mountaineering etc., which will be conducted
during weekends.

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Instructions
Read the following case – let and answer the that follow

A 4, 11, 14

B 2, 8, 14

C 1, 6, 12

D 13, 14, 15

E 1, 3, 4

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Instructions
Analyse the following caselet and answer the questions that follow:

The City of Yashmund is served by licensed taxis operating on officially sanctioned metered rates and driven by
licensed drivers who do not own the taxis but pay a monthly rent to the taxi-owners. Shailesh Nair, the mayor of
Yashmund, perceived that most of these taxis do not offer sufficient comfort and safety to passengers.
Question 194
The mayor wants to involve the car owners in finding a solution to the problem of comfort and safety. He is
concerned that the customers may not be willing to pay more for safety.

Which of the options below is MOST LIKELY to convince the owners?

The taxi owners who clear comfort-inspection can charge higher rentals from the drivers and drivers
A
with impeccable safety record can charge the same from customers

The taxis that clear comfort-inspection can charge 25% above the metered rates; studies have shown
B
that customers are willing to pay around 18% extra for comfort.

If a taxis owner has a consistent record of comfort and safety the government will subsidize a second
C
loan.

Taxis can charge 25% more if they clear comfort-inspection. However, owners of the taxis found
D
compromising on safety will be jailed.

Taxis that pass comfort-inspection test can charge 25% more. Should they violate any traffic rule this
E
privilege would be withdrawn.

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Instructions
Analyse the following caselet and answer the question that follow:

Which of the following arguments, IF TRUE, would BEST convince Ratan NOT to given up this practice?

A In the last three years, three attempts to burgle Puru and Sons were effectively foiled by the police.

B Each policeman receives only two piece of sweet, too small to be considered a bribe.

The police in return send two policemen in mufti to mingle with the customers during rush hours to
C
prevent pickpockets.

Every day, Purushottam also sends a batch of sweets to the school next to the station, an orphanage
D
nearby and the temple at the end of the street.

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Purushottam’s competitor Uttampurush who runs a sweetshop in the same street and his neighbour
E
Mahapurush who runs a samosa stall, both do similar things every day.

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Instructions
Analyse the following caselet and answer the questions that follow:

Geetha Gawde can cultivate up to 6 crops a year. Crop A and B are ready for harvest in 2 months; crop C and D
in 3 months, and crop E and F in 4 months. Crop A can be cultivated from January to June; crop B can be
cultivated from April to September; crop C can be cultivated from May to December; crops D as well as E can be
cultivated from August to December, and crop F from November to May. If Geetha plans a change of crop the
soil should be left fallow for one month; however, if the same crop is sown no fallow time is needed. Sowing
takes place only at the beginning of a month. Geetha can only harvest a maximum of 1000 units of any crop at
any point in time. The production cost per unit (incurred at the time of sowing) and price per unit of crop are as
follows:

For Geetha soil preparation does not incur any cost. If a crop is abandoned before the scheduled harvesting,
she gets no money. Geetha is preparing a cropping schedule to maximize her annual profits (i.e. price – cost).
She plans to replicate the schedule in the coming years.
Question 196
Which of the following schedules would maximize her annual profit while minimizing the costs, if Geetha
decides NOT to repeat a crop in a calendar year?

A Crops A, B and E

B Crops B, D and F

C Crops B, D, E and F

D Crops C, D and F

E Crops A, B, D or E

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Instructions
Read the following scenario and answer the THREE questions that follow.

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Kasta, a small industrial town hosted a steel plant and its associated ancillary companies. Most of its residents
were steel plant employees from different states of the country. While the town offered employment
opportunities, it lacked an airport. For those wanting to fly, the nearest airport was in Michaelganj, 100 kms
from Kasta. To reach the airport, people rented taxi services available at Kasta, and Prabhu was one such taxi-
service provider.
Prabhu’s rates were reasonable — a trip to airport cost Rs. 2200, but for a round trip, the fare was Rs. 3000. Yet,
it was not just the affordability that made him popular, his reputation for punctuality and reliability was
unmatched. When it came to ensuring the safety of women travelling alone, he would always be the first choice.
Such was his trustworthiness that even the steel plant would solicit his services when expecting solo female
visitors. Moreover, whenever residents encountered issues with their personal cars, they would turn to Prabhu
for help.
However, the world shifted when the COVID-19 pandemic struck. Travel restrictions and safety concerns limited
Prabhu’s trips to Michaelganj for over a year and a half. Financial strain followed, with accumulating interest on
his home loan. He was weighed down by debt, but things improved once COVID-19 travel restrictions were
lifted. Having faced financial hardships during COVID-19, he sought to offset his losses by raising the fare. Yet,
he was aware of the stiff competition in town, where many others offered services at a similar fare as his.
Question 197
Saroj, the new Chief Financial Officer (CFO) at the steel plant, used the services of Manoj when he first travelled
from the Michaelganj airport to the plant. Manoj was a rival of Prabhu in the taxi service business at Kasta.
Manoj, upon learning that Saroj would be responsible for hiring taxi services for the steel plant, charged Saroj
only Rs. 1500 for that trip. Further, he assured Saroj to charge the same for a one way-trip and additional Rs.
500 for a round trip to the airport.
Upon realizing that the plant utilized Prabhu’s services for all official trips to the airport, Saroj contacted Prabhu
to discuss the rates offered by Manoj and inquired why the plant should continue using his service when Manoj
provided the same at a lower price. Prabhu realized that Manoj charged an extremely low price just to push
Prabhu out of his business in the Steel Plant.
Which of the following reasons given by Prabhu will BEST help his cause?

A Prabhu should warn Saroj that Manoj’s offer is not sustainable.

B Prabhu should request Saroj to talk to a few of his colleagues before taking any decision.

C Prabhu should introduce Saroj to Ms. Nidhi Tawde, his regular customer.

D Prabhu should offer to lower his price to the one offered by Manoj, exclusively for the steel plant.

E Prabhu should tell Saroj that Manoj is unreliable and tardy, and women are unsafe with him.

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Now, Reddy and Rao were in a quandary whether the company should go ahead and market the drug. They
contacted Raj Adduri, a common friend for advice. Adduri was of the opinion that given the risky nature of
launch, it may be a better idea to test the market. Rao and Reddy realized test marketing would cost 10
crores. Adduri told them the previous test marketing results have been favorable 70% of times and success
rate of products favorably tested was 80%.Further, when test marketing results were unfavorable; the products
have been successful 30% of the times.
If Rao and Reddy decide to launch the product despite unfavourable test marketing, how much profit can the
company expect to earn?
A 13.2 crores

B -36.8 crores

C -46.8 crores

D -16 crores

E 10 crores

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Answer questions on the basis of information given in the following case.

The Disciplinary Committee of Nation Political Party (NPP) is meeting today to decide on the future of two of
their party members, Mr. Loyal and his son Mr. Prodigal. Mr. Prodigal is the prime accused in the brutal murder
of Mr. Victim, an opposition party leader. Mr. Prodigal is in police custody and his appeal for bail has got
rejected. Mr. Loyal claims that his son is innocent and Mr. Victim’s death was the result of internal rivalry in the
opposition party. Though Mr. Loyal is not accused in this case, his weakness for his son is well known. The
media is blaming him for influencing key witnesses to protect his son. Severe criticism of his father - son duo,
both by the media and some social activists, is damaging the image of the party. However, Mr. Loyal has
significant followers within the party and is considered an asset to the party. Any harsh
decision against Mr. Loyal would adversely affect the future of NPP and could even lead to a split in the party.
This would benefit the opposition.
Question 199
Mr. Opportunist, a veteran member of NPP, stakes his claims to be nominated as an NPP candidate in the
upcoming election. Mr. Opportunist presented the following arguments in favour of his candidature to the NPP
Executive Committee.
I. Mr. Loyal’s candidature in the upcoming election will adversely impact NPP’s chances. Hence, the party
should not nominate him.
II. The party should call a press conference to disown Mr. Loyal. This would enhance the party’s image.
III. The party would not be able to take any strong disciplinary action against Mr. Loyal, if he gets re - elected.
IV. I have a lot of goodwill and significant followers in the constituency,
V. None of my close relatives are into active politics.

Which of the following combinations would best strengthen the claim of Mr.Opportunist?

A I & III

B I & IV

C II & III

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D III & V

E IV & V

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Analyse the following caselet and answer the question that follow:

Purushottam Bhatnagar own and operates a sweetshop Puru and Sons. He is about 60 years old is eager to
hand over the business to his sons Ratan and Pramod. He however, fears that his sons, fresh from college may
not understand the tricks of the trade.
Question 200
Purushottam’s eldest son discovered that the shop repackaged sweets that were close to expiry and sold them
at a discount under different names. These sweets usually get sold very fast. But his son was concerned about
the possible consequences of this practice. Purushottam was thinking of the following arguments to convince
his son.
1. These sweets are consumed the same day and therefore there is no cause for worry.
2. Reduced prices give enough indication about the sweets to the customers.
3. These products are preferred by those who cannot afford full price and in a way, this is a service done to
them.
4. In the past 30 years not a single person has reported ill because of consumption of these sweets.
5. Repacking and selling sweets is a common practice.

Which combination of arguments below is MOST LIKELY to convince Ratan?

A 1 and 3

B 1 and 4

C 2 and 3

D 2 and 5

E 4 and 5

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Read the following scenario and answer the THREE questions that follow.
In Symbolis, an upcoming medium sized IT services organization, only 1% of the employees were awarded an
annual performance bonus. This annual performance bonus was decided by a committee formed of different
functional heads. When Ms. Nalini Kattakayam received the annual bonus for the first time in her five years at
Symbolis, Ms. Shalini Sampath, a colleague with seven years of tenure at Symbolis, told Nalini that this annual
bonus was less a reflection of Nalini’s performance and more a recognition of those who have fostered a strong
rapport with the powers that be. Incidentally, Shalini had never received any performance bonus in her tenure at
the company.
Question 201
A significant project recently arrived at Symbolis, and Nalini was chosen to spearhead it. She was given the
autonomy to create her own team to collaborate and drive this project to success. Nalini wanted to build a team
where each of the team members worked with great comradery. As Shalini had previous experience of working

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with the client, Nalini offered her to join the team. However, Shalini expressed her willingness to work on the
project only on the condition that she would be appointed as a team leader.
Nalini was aware that the client was very difficult to work with. Of the three previous projects with the client,
only the one, where Shalini was a team member, was successfully completed.
What should be the BEST course of action for Nalini regarding the inclusion of Shalini in the team?
A Form a team without Shalini and inform her boss about Shalini’s demand.

B Ask Shalini to reconsider as this project can be important to both of them.

C Tell her boss that Shalini should lead the team as she has worked with the client before.

D Complain about Shalini’s attitude to the human resource manager.

E Request her boss to order Shalini to join the team.

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The local MLA is worried about the resistance to the project. This project, like her other successful projects in
nearby villages, was supposed to garner a significant amount of funding. Moreover, it would make her the face
of development in the state; perhaps, even would land her a ministerial berth. However, Budugu’s activism has
cast the project in a bad light among the popular minds. The MLA wants to protect her pro-development image.
Which of the following is the BEST course of action for the MLA?
A Create a fishermen and boat rowers’ cooperative in the island and donate generously toit

B Invite the village Panchayat for a discussion on a possible compromise solution

C Appoint a task force to find alternative land nearby for the project

Discredit Budugu in a public meeting by announcing that he is putting his interests overand above the
D
village development

E Publicise widely that the project will improve the socio-economic condition of the island

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A college campus with a population of around 2,000 of whom 200 were children, 1,200 people between 15 and
45 years, 500 people between 45 and 65 and around 100 people more than 65 years of age. The campus has
two big gates opening out to the city. There are 400 cars and 500 motorbikes inside the campus. The residents
relied on these vehicles to visit the city located 10 kilometres away.
Now, with land within the campus becoming scarce, the chief administrator (CA) found the growing demand for
parking lot difficult to handle. The faculty, staff and students wanted increased parking space. In the past six
years, the parking requirement on campus had doubled. The CA found it inappropriate to construct parking lots
from the students’ fee, even though those with vehicles may not complain about it.
Besides creating parking problems, the CA felt that these vehicles added to the pollution and made residents
less responsible toward each other. The risk to the children and the elderly because of over-speeding was
menacing. Therefore, the CA wanted to reduce the number of vehicles in the campus. Many faculty members,
students and staff members, however, felt that demand for more parking space was natural as vehicles were
required to go to the market, railway station, airport, and inter-state bus terminal all located in the city. They also
told the CA that the elderly, sick and the toddlers relied only on these vehicles.
After listening to all stakeholders, the CA wanted to solve these problems while ensuring the campus remained
responsible and green.
Question 203
Which of the following actions would best satisfy all the stakeholders within the campus?

Levy extra fee on students to construct additional parking lots inside the campus. Students should pay
A
for up-keep of the campus.

Let all vehicles be parked in a college-managed space outside the campus while two battery operated
B
vehicles handle exigencies inside the campus.

C Bring all stakeholders to the discussion table.

D To reduce carbon footprints, only pooled vehicles should be allowed to operate inside the campus.

E Charge significant fee from any vehicle entering or leaving the campus.

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Vimla is the domestic help for Shreya and her neighbour Padma; both live in a posh gated community. Vimla not
only cleans the house, but also cooks for both the families. Shreya treasures Vimla ever since she joined her
family four years ago. Vimla joined Padma’s household this year.
Question 204
One evening Shreya trying to pay the pizza delivery was surprised to find a few five hundred rupee notes
missing from her purse that she was sure were there earlier. She wants to ascertain if someone has stolen the
money. On reflecting, the following facts crossed her mind:
1.In the last one year, Shreya had noticed cash missing on three occasions.
2.Shreya’s husband also shared that a few notes were missing from his wallet, though he was not sure if they
were stolen.
3.Her eldest son had been pestering Shreya for more pocket money for the last three weeks; in the last few
days, he had stopped doing so.
4.In the last one year, Vimla had received six mails from her family asking for money.
5.Her eldest son’s expenditure had gone up in the last few days.
Which of the following combinations of the above statements would DECREASE the likelihood that Vimla has
stolen the money?

A 1 and 3

B 1 and 4

C 1 and 5

D 2 and 4

E 3 and 5

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Read the following scenario and answer the three questions that follow.
The occasion was a hyper publicised switch-on ceremony of solar power facilities on an island, with many
villages, in the Bay of Bengal. PK was the brand ambassador of a Multinational Company (MNC) that was
banking heavily on this CSR initiative to strengthen its presence in India. For the millions of fans, enamoured by
the aging super star’s Robinhood like onscreen exploits, the pre-event speech of PK was their first glimpse into
his off-screen persona. After an emotional speech that extolled the virtues of electricity as a driver of wellbeing
& need for inclusive growth, PK with a flourish of his hand hit the button to remotely switch on the solar power
facilities. Tens of media cameras stationed in all the island villages, started beaming live feed across the world.
Quickly, the event turned from one of joy to something of shock and horror, as all the thatched households on
the island caught fire. A few villagers were seriously injured in the fire. Watching the coverage, PK slapped the
MNC representative standing next to him, on live camera, and collapsed on a couch with his head in his hands.
Question 205
A few months passed and the slapping incident still garnered a good number of views on social media. PK’s
publicist was aware that PK harboured a desire to join politics. She wanted PK to make the most of the publicity
around the incident before it fadeed away from public memory in the next few months.
Which of the following options will BEST help PK take just advantage of the situation?

He should visit the island and publicly promise to rebuild the island villages, and publicise it in the social
A
media.

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B He should launch the “Slap the Greedy” campaign, and urge his fans to slap greedy officials.

C He should announce that he is entering politics with a slogan “One Tight Slap.”

D He should meet the MNC representative he slapped and apologise to him in a public meeting.

In his upcoming movie, in the opening scene, he should slap and shame a treacherous corporate official
E
who swindles poor villagers.

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Read the following scenario and answer the three questions that follow.
Churna is a peaceful village, surrounded by thickly forested high hills that isolate it from the rest of the world.
Agriculture is the main occupation of the Churna villagers. Moreover, the forests provide seasonal fruits, tubers,
medicinal herbs, and other forest produce in abundance. For all material needs not produced locally, the Churna
villagers depend on Tendua, a faraway town.
Once a month, the Churna women would arduously trek with the surplus produce to Tendua. In the Tendua
market, they convey the virtues of their produce through a beautiful song and dance routine. Reputed for their
hard-bargaining skills, they always manage to extract a premium barter from the traders, more than fulfilling all
their other material needs.
Question 206
A few months after granting exclusive access to Damdu, the village council of Churna meets to discuss the
progress. After much debate and heated discussions, the village council decides to terminate the contract with
Damdu. The village council feels that if the contract continues, then:
1. Over time, Churna’s produce will lose its association with Churna.
2. Churna's people will be ignorant of new developments in the market.
3. Churna’s dance and song will lose their identity.
4. Churna’s people will lose social interaction with the outer world.
5. Churna’s people will lose their hard bargaining skills.
Which of the above concerns, when arranged in descending order of significance, will BEST support the
decision to terminate the contract with Damdu?

A 1, 2, 4, 5, 3

B 2, 3, 4, 5, 1

C 1, 3, 2, 5, 4

D 1, 2, 5, 3, 4

E 5, 3, 4, 2, 1

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Rohini converts her family bedroom into a “working room” because of the strong wifi signals. The room is
mostly used by Rohini for taking her classes; however, Rinku, her husband, also uses it for running his meetings.
Rohini has two children, aged 5 and 8, who use the living room as their playground. During meetings and
classes, the working room is shut to save it from unwanted disturbance and noises from the living room.
It is 3:10 p.m. and Rohini’s penultimate session of the course is going to end in twenty minutes. As usual, Rinku
enters the room with a cup of Darjeeling tea. Just before entering, he asks his kids to stop playing for some
time. He quietly places the teacup on Rohini’s study table and exits the room, leaving the door ajar. As soon as
he leaves, a tennis ball comes thundering inside, crashing into her Maplebook monitor. The monitor breaks and
Rohini’s class ends abruptly, much before the scheduled time.
Question 207
With the sixth term round the corner, Rohini goes to the Maple service centre only to find that the replacement
for her crashed monitor may take several weeks. However, Dhanraj, the service centre head, offers to replace
the damaged monitor with a monitor from a used laptop. He assures Rohini that the used monitor is as good as
a new one.
Which of the following options, if true, will give Rohini the BEST reason to accept the offer?

A Dhanraj is a friend of Rohini’s colleague Swarna.

B Rohini is a long-time customer of the Maple store which runs the service centre.

C Dhanraj offers a three-month personal assurance on the used monitor.

D Her husband’s meetings will be few and far between in the next few weeks.

E Rohini has to start her sixth term course in a month.

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Read the following scenario and answer the three questions that follow.
Himaja was among the top ten students of her Business Management batch. She got placed in a reputed
strategy consulting firm during campus placements. She was delighted to work under Nirmal, her superior, who
was known for grooming many stars in the organisation. Nevertheless, he was also regarded as a hard
taskmaster. Though she was a fresh recruit, she longed to be in a client-facing role.
Question 208
Another month passed, and Himaja was working under Shreya in a different team. Shreya was impressed by
Himaja’s enthusiasm and sincerity. She asked Himaja to accompany her to a meeting with a new client. During
the meeting, Himaja made a statement that offended the client. Shreya tried to diffuse the situation by asking
Himaja to apologise. Though Himaja apologised, she defended her statement. This infuriated the client further,
who categorically told that the statement of Himaja was against his organisation’s core values. He specifically
told Shreya that unless concrete steps were taken against Himaja, he would not get into any business with the
firm.
Which of the following is the MOST appropriate action that Shreya should take in the interest of all parties?

Should move Himaja to a non-client facing role in the current project, and explore client facing roles in
A
other projects.

Should assure the client that Himaja will be transferred, but send Himaja for a two-week vacation to
B
rejuvenate instead.

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Should castigate Himaja using strong words in front of the client, and later in the evening, share how
C
much Shreya loved Himaja’s comment.

Should advise Himaja to look for a role outside the consulting industry since her competencies are not
D
appreciated by clients.

E Should defend Himaja, knowing fully that most probably Shreya will lose the client.

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Read the situation below and answer the 3 associated questions:
Vindhya, Shabnam and Amala are interning at a software organization as part of the requirement of their B-
school curriculum.
The organization has allotted each of them a project based on their area of specialization. In the first meeting
with the HR head, they are informed of a PPO possibility (pre-placement offer, i.e., an offer to join the company
after their MBA), based on their performance. All of them are eager to convert their internship into a job offer.
Each of them is assigned a mentor who evaluates the intern's performance along with the HR head.
Question 209
In the second week of her eight-week internship, Amala realizes that the project requires inputs from subjects
she studied in her third trimester. However, during the third trimester, Amala was significantly distracted by an
inter-college sports meet, affecting her grasp of the subjects.
Which of the following is the MOST appropriate way forward for Amala?

Amala should request her mentor to allocate a different project because of her limited familiarity with
A
the inputs required.

Amala should disclose to the mentor her limited understanding of the required inputs and seek his
B
suggestions.

C Amala should seek Shabnam’s help who performed well in the third trimester.

Amala should realize that she may not get a PPO and so focus on networking with the experienced
D
talent in the organization.

Amala, after studying the organization for a week, should design her own project and pitch it to her
E
mentor.

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Question 210
Vindhya’s project is about understanding employee perception regarding the organization’s HR policies. Against
her own instinct, she is suggested by her mentor to interview only the good performers identified by his office
because poor performers, he believes, usually crib against the policies.
Which of the following courses of action will BEST enable Vindhya to provide the organization with a complete
picture?

A Vindhya should completely comply with her mentor’s suggestion.

Vindhya should ignore her mentor’s directive, collect data from all, but compile reports separately for the
B
good performers and the poor performers.

C Vindhya should report this restraint to the HR head requesting her immediate intervention in the project.

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D Vindhya should request the HR Head to allot her another mentor without divulging the reason.

Vindhya should meet only those identified by her mentor, but also collect information from them as why
E
their other colleagues are disgruntled.

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Read the situation below and answer the 3 associated questions:
A Multinational Company (MNC) sources pristine natural spring water from Bori, a village in Satpura mountains.
The unprocessed natural spring water is directly bottled by the MNC. The company brands it as “Natural Spring
Water” and sells at 50% premium vis-a-vis other brands that sell processed water.
The local panchayat, under the Panchayati Raj Act, 1992 controls the spring water usage. Hence, the company
signed a 30-year contract with the panchayat for exclusive access to the spring water for business purposes.
This contract contributes 50% to the panchayat’s revenues besides providing 250 jobs in the panchayat. The
spring also meets domestic and agricultural needs of the people of Bori and the surrounding villages.
Question 211
The MNC has spotted traces of chemicals in their fortnightly water quality analysis. The MNC realizes that this
is due to the contaminated agricultural runoff, flowing into the spring from the nearby fields where farmers use
pesticides and fertilizers.
This requires an immediate solution. Which of the following options will BEST resolve the situation for the
MNC?

A Continue bottling the natural spring water without processing since the villagers drink it as it is

Since the customers trust the MNC to do what is good for them, remove the contaminants and continue
B
to brand as “Natural Spring Water”

Rebrand “Natural Spring Water” as “Purified Spring Water” after removing the contaminants through
C
charcoal filtering

Close down the bottling plant until the problem is resolved and inform the media that customer interests
D
override profit concerns

Source water from an uncontaminated natural spring 150 kms away at an addition of 50% to the total
E
cost

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Read the situation below and answer the 3 associated questions:
The Small Shop, selling computer peripherals, is the only one of its kind in the remote village of Turturunk.
Because online purchases take two weeks or more to arrive, The Small Shop is a quick stop for buying items
such as pen drives and USB cables. Besides selling computer peripherals, The Small Shop also undertakes
repairs of out-of-warranty products.
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The Small Shop wants to increase the variety of products sold, including expensive ones. However, it is averse
to accumulating unsold products, specifically of the expensive kind.
Which of the following is the BEST option if The Small Shop wants to increase the variety of the products it
sells?
The Small Shop should make an arrangement with a retailer of the nearest city. The shop can spare one
A
of its employees once a week to procure the weekly requirements.

The Small Shop should focus only on low-end peripherals that currently contribute to 60% of its
B
revenues.

The Small Shop should get suppliers to courier its requirements to the shop whenever needed. The
C
suppliers require that The Small Shop orders a minimum quantity every month.

The Small Shop should acquire extra space at lower rentals available at a distance of three kilometres
D
from its current location.

The Small Shop should focus exclusively on high-end peripherals which contribute to 10% of its revenues
E
but 25% of its profits.

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Question 213
An emerging brand offers a franchise to The Small Shop for repairing its products, on a condition that other
brands are not to be repaired. Repairs currently account for 15% of its revenues.
Which of the following, if true, will BEST help The Small Shop to decide on the franchise?

The Small Shop will have to send two of its employees for a three-month training if it wishes to be a
A
franchisee. The emerging brand will bear the training cost.

B The upcoming brand is very new and needs franchisees desperately.

C Revenues from repairs are expected to increase by about 3-5 percent annually.

D No big and reputed brand has shown any interest in franchising The Small Shop.

For the first three years, the emerging brand has offered to pay a fixed amount equal to the revenues
E
earned from repairs the previous year.

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Institute a mechanism that ensures plains people pay royalty, to be transferred to mountain people for
A
maintaining forest cover

Declare a “Mountain Day” when plains people meet and thank mountain people for sustaining their
B
agriculture

C Constitute a committee to protect the forest with powers to punish those who fell trees

Urge the elders of the mountains to come up with agricultural practices that ensure no erosion of forest
D
cover

E Levy a tax on traded agricultural produce from the plains to cross-subsidize supplies to mountain people

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Read the following case-let and choose the best alternative for the questions that follow.

Ajay was thinking deeply about a problem that his organization, a business consulting company, faced.
Globalization had affected his company like many other companies. Despite the downturn, the current revenues
remained healthy. However, Ajay knew it was inevitable that the company could not do business the same way.
The complexity of managing the business had increased with time. Consultants were under pressure to deliver
good and innovative solutions. The organization had consultants from different age groups having a good mix
of domain and industry expertise. It was a flat organization with three levels. The biggest challenge for Ajay was
to have consultants with latest knowledge who would also earn revenues. Getting additional business was a
challenge as all the consultants were busy and it was very difficult to hire new consultants.
Question 215
Ajay was to retire in five years and he wanted to leave behind a legacy. Order the following
activities, from the most important to the least important, that Ajay should undertake in next five year:
1.Do nothing.
2.Set a future direction for the organization in these challenging times.
3.Benchmark performance with respect to the best consulting company in industry.
4.Empower senior consultants and at the same time seek opinion of all others for handling future challenges.
5.Infuse fresh thinking by hiring outsiders.
Choose the best option from the following sequences

A 1, 2, 3, 4

B 2, 3, 4, 5

C 3, 4, 2, 1

D 2, 5, 3, 1

E 2, 5, 4, 3

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Answer questions on the basis of information given in the following case.

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MBA entrance exams train them to spot formula - based problems and answer them correctly, so as to obtain
the required overall cut - off percentile. Thus students, in general, shy away from application - based problem
and even those with entrepreneurial mind - set target formula - based problems.

Half of a mark is deducted for every wrong answer.

Question 216
ISM conducts a common entrance examination every year. This year, the question paper would comprise 60
questions with an equal mix of formula - based problems and application - based problems. All questions would
carry equal marks. Balaji is appearing for the examination. Before, appearing for the examination he gets the
following information from coaching institutes:
I. Application - oriented problems take more time to solve in an examination hall.
II. Chances of silly mistakes would be low in application - based problems.
III. ISM would assist the students with bank loans to start a new venture.
IV. Options are generally con fusing for formula - based problems.
V.‘Practice makes a man perfect’ can apply only to formula - based problems.
VI. Students get very good campus jobs.

Based on above information, which of the following options would help him to be better
prepared for the examination?

A I &II;

B I, II & V

C II, III & VI

D IV, V & VI

E I, II, IV & V

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Select the best of the following responses in the descending order of effectiveness?
A 4,1,3

B 1,3,4

C 3,2,4

D 1,2,3

E 3,1,2

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Read the following caselet and answer questions that follow:
Sanchit group of Hospitals seeks to improve the success rate and patient satisfaction rate by 100% in the next
year. However, the management can't afford to send doctors for professional development outside the country
nor afford purchasing more equipment. As an in-house measure, the managing board thought of having doctors
with high patient satisfaction to mentor those with less. Most of the doctors found it an interference by the
management, judgmental and an expression of distrust. There were, however, some isolated few who found it a
novel way of learning from each other. The doctors felt the management should instead increase consultancy
fees and spend more on recruiting more paramedics who could spend time with patients, rather than blame
doctors and decided to call it quits. For the management, this would mean loss of patients.
Question 218
Given the current situation, which of the following is the most interactive and effective way to increase the
learning among paramedics and doctors?

Get doctors and paramedics with high satisfaction rates document their success stories for use of
A
others.

Encourage paramedics and doctors to pursue courses over MOOC platform, at their own cost, which
B
shall be partially subsidized after successful completion.

C Ask doctors and paramedics with high satisfaction rate to give lectures to others before start of work.

D Implement professional development standards for staff linking it with an accountability framework.

Create groups of paramedics and doctors, to meet everyday and discuss their insights and experience of
E
the day.

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have the entire amount and was thinking of taking a loan. She enquired with the Rollover franchisees and found
that a franchisee in Hyderabad had sales revenue varying between 5 and 6 lacs rupees per month with a profit
margin between 25-30%. Divya decided to go ahead.
Warangal had three main areas -Kazipet, Jangaon and Warangal. All areas were linked by good roads. Kazipet
was a business area where most high end retail formats were located. It was also the education hub of the city.
Jangaon, on the other hand, was a growing lower middle class business area and Warangal was mostly
residential.
Divya favoured Kazipet. However, she soon encountered problems. Not only was it difficult to obtain space in
Kazipet but property rentals touched 30-40 rupees per square feet per month as against Jangaon and Warangal
where it was 15-20 rupees per square feet per month. Divya’s friend, who lived in Jangaon, told her that a few
branded outlets were opening in Jangaon and it appeared to be the fastest growing market in Warangal with the
highest percentage of teenagers. But, Divya was not in favour of Jangaon. She hoped to target college going
crowd of Kazipet. High real estate prices in Kazipet and lower profitability estimate in Jangaon market
confused Divya.
Question 219
What could be the most likely reason for Divya opting for Kazipet?

A Spiralling real-estate prices in Kazipet.

B No branded outlets is likely to come up in Jangaon in the near future.

C High percentage of teenagers in Kazipet attracted to Rollover ice cream.

D High density of population in both Warangal and Jangaon.

E She felt, college going crowd is excited about the latest in ice creams.

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XAT Previous Papers

Collect 50% of the entire amount Mr. Murugan is willing to deposit as advance and the remaining at the
A
time of launch.

Collect the entire amount Mr. Murugan is willing to deposit after clarifying that delivery and price is
B
subject to the company policy.

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Collect the amount and transfer it to the account of Electro Automobiles, instead of keeping it in his
C
personal account.

D Collect the amount from Mr. Murugan. Later when the delivery is delayed, blame it on RAC’s problems.

E Not collect the amount, but suggest to Mr. Murugan to write to Electro Automobiles.

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Read the following caselet and choose the best alternative:

It was the end of performance review cycle for the year 2012 when you asked your subordinates about any
problems they were facing. Natrajan told you that an important member of his team, Vardarajan, who had also
won the best performance award for the year 2011, was not taking interest in work. Despite Natrajan's
counseling, no change was noticed in Vardarajan, rather his attitude deteriorated. You had also received such
information from other employees. You had not interfered hoping that Natrajan, an experienced hand, would be
able to solve the problem. But now that Natrajan himself brought this to your notice, you decided to call
Vardarajan and counsel him.
Question 221
Which of the following could be the most unlikely reason for Vardarajan's declining involvement in the
workplace?

Vardarajan does not find the work challenging enough as he has already achieved the best performance
A
award.

B Others in the organization have been trying to pull him down, since he was declared best performer.

Vardarajan was not promoted after his superlative performance, while another colleague, Sundararajan,
C
was promoted although he was not as good a performer as Vardarajan.

D After putting in lots of effort for the superlative performance, Vardarajan felt burnt out.

E Vardarajan was appreciated by his bossès for his achievement last year.

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Question 222
Vardarajan did not find his work challenging enough, given below are some steps that could be taken to
motivate him:
1) Give Vardarajan a more challenging assignment
2) Transfer Vardarajan from Projects department to Training department
3) Ask him to take a vacation for two months
4) Send him for further training on decision making under stress
Which of the following conditions can be appropriate?

A 1,2,3

B 1,3,4

C 1,4

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D 2,3,4

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For the following questions answer them individually
Question 223
Over the last five years, Bank of Bharat has seen the number of its retail customer accounts drop by over 40
percent. Over the same period, the share price of Bank of Bharat has increased by more than 80 percent. This
amazed a few investors, who believe that a bank's share price should drop if its number of customers drops.
Which of the following, if true over the last five years, best accounts for the observed movement in the price of
Bank of Bharat's equity shares?

Two years ago Securities and Exchange Board started an investigation on the bank for accounting
A
irregularities, but last year the company was cleared of all charges.

B The bank recently implemented a highly publicized program for free home loans.

The bank has been switching its customer base from retail customers to commercial customers, which
C
now accounts for over 75 percent of the bank's revenues.

D There have been many new banks, which have entered retail banking business over the last five years.

E The bank is known to be the best paymaster in the industry.

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Question 224
Gastric bypass surgery has been shown to be effective at helping extremely obese people lose weight. Some
patients have lost as much as 300 pounds after undergoing the surgery, thereby substantially prolonging their
lives. Despite the success of the treatment, most doctors have not embraced the surgery. Which of the
following statements, if true, best accounts for the lukewarm reaction of the medical community to gastric
bypass surgery'?

A Gastric bypass surgery carries a high risk of serious complications, including death.

Obesity is one of the leading contributors to heart disease and hypertension, two leading causes of
B
death.

Incidences of obesity among the Indian urban middle class population have been increasing
C
consistently for the last three decades.

Many patients report that losing weight through diets is ineffective, since they usually gain the weight
D
back within six months.

Most health insurance plans will cover the cost of gastric bypass surgery for morbidly obese patients at
E
high risk of heart disease.

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Answer the following questions on the basis of information given in the following situation.
Satyender heads a branch of a Micro-Finance company. The company provides small-size loans catering to
rural households. As the head of the branch, he supervises three collection officers - Palani, Sayed, and Godwin.
Palani was recently transferred by the company from another branch.
Question 225
Satyender is allocating territories to his subordinates for the coming financial year. So far, Palani's performance
has been poor and this allocation will decide his future in the organization.
Which of the following information will be the least useful to Satyender in taking a fair allocation decision?

A Sayed's territory has shown consistently good performance in the past three years.

B Sayed's territory faces stiff competition from a well-known brand.

C A new territory that faces competition from two relatively unknown brands.

D Godwin's territory has shown consistent results in the past three years.

E Godwin's territory performance has been flat for the past two years.

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Answer questions 30-32 on the basis of information given in the following situation.
Lal & Sons, a family business, comprises three different companies in three different industries. Sudarshan Lal
was heading this entire business from the inception. Two years ago, he hired three managers, one for each
company and Chhaganlal Jha as Chief Executive Officer (CEO) to look after the entire business. These three
managers are reporting to the CEO. However, Sudarshan Lal and his family still own the entire business, though
they are not involved in day to day operations.
Question 226
Some of the senior employees who left Lal & Sons in recent past have complained to Sudarshan that the long
cherished values of the organization such as respect for elders, job security etc. are being compromised.
Which of the following options, if true, will indicate to Sudarshan that the employees are misleading him?

A The replaced employees have been average performers for many years.

When senior employees were assigned to lead challenging but critical positions in the organization, they
B
resigned.

C The senior employees were replaced by people below them and not from outside the organization.

The replaced senior employees had only 4 more years of service and were not compensated for the pre-
D
mature termination.

E The number of senior employees voluntarily leaving this organization is lower than the industry average.

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Chhaganlal Jha, the CEO, was certain that someone in his leadership team was leaking information to
Sudarshan Lal, well before Chhaganlal communicated.
Given the following options, how best should Chagganlal Jha respond to this situation?
Chhaganlal should request Sudarshan to kindly wait for him to communicate as informal sources may
A
lead to misinformation.

B Chhaganlal should complain about this to Sudarshan and threaten to resign.

Chhaganlal should request his team to continue passing information, since it brings down the
C
communication barrier.

D Chhaganlal should understand that this is bound to happen and should not bother.

Chhaganlal should threaten his team that one of them will be fired by the weekend if this practice of
E
passing information doesn't stop immediately.

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Answer questions 33-35 on the basis of information given in the following situation.
Rose is the Queen of Kingdom A and Emily is the Queen of Kingdom B; both share a common border. They also
share a border with Kingdom C, a much larger kingdom, ruled by King Jonathan who has expansive ambitions.
Though individually their armies were no match to his might, together their armies were more powerful than
King Jonathan’s army.
Jonathan’s kingdom also bordered Kingdom K on the opposite side, making Kingdom C a buffer state between
Kingdoms A, B and K. Kingdom K is ruled by King Summer Sault, who united a group of warring and belligerent
tribes under his aegis. Kingdom K and Kingdom C had continuous skirmishes with each other.
Question 228
Jonathan aims to invade and annex Kingdom K once and for all.
Which of the following options will best enable him to accomplish the ambition?

A He should request the cooperation of Queen Rose and Queen Emily.

B He should sign a peace pact with Queen Rose and Queen Emily.

C He should try and create a rift between the two Queens.

D He should secretly invest in doubling his army, by reducing all other expenditure.

E He should attack all three kingdoms simultaneously, giving them no time to cooperate.

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Question 229
King Summer Sault was growing tired of the warring tribes, who slowed down the overall economic
development of Kingdom K.
Which of the following is the best option for King Summer Sault to focus on economic development?

A Align with Jonathan to eliminate one or two of the tribes and instil fear in others.

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B Align with the two Queens to eliminate a few tribes and unify the rest.

C Design annual economic plans, with each plan named after a different tribe.

D Create a rift among the tribes and instigate a civil war.

Request Jonathan to send teachers, doctors and artists to improve economic development of Kingdom
E
K.

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Answer questions 36-38 on the basis of information given in the following situation.
Ava is the CEO of Ratan Brothers, a bicycle manufacturing company. The organization is doing well financially,
with a steadily increasing share price. Recently, Ava promoted Bhushan, her nephew, to the position of head of
procurement after he completed five years in the organization. After the promotion, he was automatically
inducted into the quality council headed by Ava.
Dev and Sons is a supplier to Ratan Brothers. It supplies “ball bearings”, an important part of any bicycle. After
Bhushan took over, he switched to a new supplier citing quality deficiencies in Dev and Sons’ product. Dev and
Sons responded by publicly declaring that quality was not compromised. Further, it alleged that its competitor
bribed Bhushan to get the contract.
Question 230
Post this public allegation, the share price of Ratan Brothers started falling.
Which of the following is the best option for Ava to immediately stem the falling stock prices?

A Fire Bhushan, blacklist Dev and Sons and inform the press.

B Issue a press statement that a committee has been formed to look into the matter.

Issue a press statement that the company's quality standards have increased and that anyone is
C
welcome to scrutinize the relevant documents.

D Cancel the remaining order and call for a fresh tender.

E Do nothing, as Bhushan, as the head of procurement, has the right to decide on the supplier.

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Question 231
Under pressure from media and suppliers, Ava constituted a cross-functional committee of senior executives to
investigate Dev and Sons' allegation against Bhushan. The committee exonerated Bhushan. However, rumors
within the organization began to spread that the decision was influenced by nepotism.
Which of the following should be the best response from Ava?

A Do nothing, as the committee has exonerated Bhushan.

B Force Bhushan to resign temporarily. Make an independent enquiry, if found innocent, reinstate Bhushan.

C Communicate to all shareholders that these kinds of practices are very common in organizations.

D Sack all those employees who questioned the authority of Ava.

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Explain in a town hall meeting, open to all the employees, how the decision to exonerate Bhushan was
E
taken.

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Answer questions 42-43 on the basis of information given in the following situation.
Three persons, A, B and C, lived on an island hill. A lived on the top of the island hill, B occupied the middle
portion of the hill and C occupied the bottom of the hill. The top of the hill received good rainfall, the main
source of water in the hill, though this portion of the hill had few trees. The middle of the hill however was lush
with trees offering timber. The bottom of the hill had a good amount of stones and sand. A, B and C assessed
their wealth in terms of ownership of timber, water, stones and sand available in the island hill only. During
heavy rains, stones and sand from the top and middle portion of the hill rolled over to the bottom. When the
rains stopped, both A and B claimed that some stones rolled down from their lands to the land occupied by C.
They wanted the stones back. But C argued that rolling down of stones is a natural process.
Question 232
All three approached a wise man for the settlement of the ownership dispute.
Which of the following is the best option available for the wise man?

A Award ownership of stones to A.

B Permit A to build a dam so that B and C are deprived of water.

C Award ownership of stones to C, as stones rolled down naturally.

D Award equal rights to all three over all the resources.

E Award A, ownership of water and C, ownership of stones.

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Question 233
Six months later, the three realized that the solution offered by the wise man in the previous question wasn't
working to the satisfaction of all, because it did not help them find the appropriate value of resources.
Therefore, they reverted to status quo ante. After one year, all three of them wanted to construct a house each,
on their respective property. Three types of resources-1.Timber, 2.water and 3.stone & sand- were required to
build a house. While each had one resource in abundance none of them had all the three in sufficient quantity.
They still could not come to an agreement on how to fairly value and use each other's resources to construct
the house. They again approached the wise man for advice.
The wise man studied the situation carefully and proposed the following actions:
1. The governing body of the United Federation of Islands, of which the island hill is a part, should take
ownership of all the three properties and construct houses for the three.
2. Each person should own one third of each of the resources.
3. The three persons should arrive at the value of resources by trading the resources among them.
Which of the following is the most appropriate in the best interests of A, B and C?

A 1 only

B 2 only

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C 3 only

D 1 and 2 only

E All of 1, 2 and 3

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Answer questions 44-45 on the basis of information given in the following situation.
Ramesh, the owner of an auto-component manufacturing company in Sanand, had just returned after attending
the funeral of his employee, Pankaj Kumar, who had died of cancer at the age of 35. Pankaj was a hardworking
and sincere employee with impeccable performance record. Pankaj was the sole bread earner for his family
with negligible savings and was survived by his wife and two school going children. His wife will get around 8
lakh rupees accrued to Pankaj as social security benefit.
A large number of employees wanted the organization to employ Pankaj’s wife on compassionate grounds so
that she could support her family. Though Ramesh was sympathetic to the demand, he realized that this could
set a precedence, where the organization will have to provide jobs for everyone with similar conditions in the
future. In fact, only recently, Ramesh had refused a request for a job to the daughter of an employee, who had
died a few months before he was to retire.
Question 234
Ramesh formed a committee to look into this matter and the committee came up with the following
suggestions:
1. Create a fund to take care of immediate family expenses.
2. Finance the school and college education of his children.
3. Sponsor the vocational education of his wife and subsequently help her find a job.
4. Purchase insurance for all the family members.
5. Request all employees of the organization to contribute towards the welfare of the family.
Which of the following options, from the above suggestions, will be the most sustainable for Pankaj's family?

A 1 and 2

B 2 and 3

C 3 and 4

D 4 and 5

E 3 and 5

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Question 235
Ramesh, along with senior managers, was in the process of designing a policy to deal with such issues in the
future.
Which of the following policy statements will be the least amenable to misuse in the future?

A The firm should provide one job to any of direct dependents of the deceased employee.

B The firm should provide one job to any dependent, if employee dies during the service.

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The firm should provide one job to any dependent, if the family does not have any other support and
C
employee dies during service.

The firm should provide help to the dependent family members in pursuing good education and
D
employment.

The firm shall constitute a committee, with fair representation from all stakeholders, to decide on the
E
course of action based on specifics of the case.

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Madhuri Apte, a busy professional, rents out her studio apartment located in South Mumbai. Since she stays
three hours away from the studio apartment, she uses a networked digital lock to monitor the property
remotely. Each customer gets a temporary and unique access code for the digital lock that enables them to
enter the studio apartment for the duration of stay. The apartment’s entrance door can also be opened with
physical keys and Madhuri Apte has two such keys in her possession.
Madhuri Apte has employed a cleaner who has a permanent access code to enter the apartment for cleaning
every day. She is available only between 15:00 hrs and 17:00 hrs.
Madhuri Apte’s apartment caters largely to international customers. A customer typically stays for 3 days,
paying an average rent of $125 per day.
Question 236
While Madhuri Apte's studio apartment gets good feedback on other aspects, many seem unhappy as they
found the operation of the digital lock complicated.
Which of the following options is the best for Madhuri Apte in this context?

A Madhuri should switch to a physical lock.

Madhuri, on request, should send one of the physical keys five days ahead of customer's arrival at an
B
extra charge of $75.

Madhuri should request the cleaner to explain the working of the digital access code to customers for
C
an extra charge.

D Madhuri should do nothing as digital locks shall be the norm in the future.

Madhuri should create a video manual on "how to use the digital access code" and e-mail it to the
E
customers before their arrival.

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Question 237
Madhuri's apartment received good feedback from the guests, except with respect to the operation of the
digital lock. She decided to leave a spare physical key in the house for her guests. Recently some of the guests
had forgotten to leave the key behind during checkout. Making a spare key will cost $500 and will take about 10
days to arrive. She was confused if she should continue leaving the spare key and was looking for a way out.
Which of the following would be the best way out for her?

A Keep Digital lock as the only option and communicate to customers.

B Be present during checkout to ensure the key is returned.

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C Request the cleaner to be present during checkout.

Send polite reminders to guests before checkout date and on the day of checkout to leave the key
D
behind.

E Charge security deposit of $100 which will be forfeited if the keys are not left behind.

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Read the following scenario and answer the three questions that follow.
Himaja was among the top ten students of her Business Management batch. She got placed in a reputed
strategy consulting firm during campus placements. She was delighted to work under Nirmal, her superior, who
was known for grooming many stars in the organisation. Nevertheless, he was also regarded as a hard
taskmaster. Though she was a fresh recruit, she longed to be in a client-facing role.
Question 238
Due to her constant pleading, Nirmal assigned Himaja a client-facing role in his project. Nirmal instructed her
that he would do all the talking during meetings, and she would diligently listen and take notes. However, in the
first meeting, Himaja made a comment which contradicted Nirmal. In the next, she interrupted the client while
he was making a point. This offended the client, resulting in Nirmal apologising to the client to save the project.
Which of the following is the MOST appropriate action that Nirmal should take against Himaja’s behaviour?

Caution Himaja that she would lose client-facing roles if she does not appreciate the rationale behind his
A
instructions.

B Recommend Himaja for a five-day listening-skills workshop.

C Await the half-yearly performance review, due in two months, and submit a strong report against Himaja.

D Ask Himaja's project teammates to have a chat with her on how to behave in client meetings.

Have a chat with Himaja later in the evening, explain the delicate situation she had put him in during the
E
meetings, and request her not to repeat it.

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The downward spiral continued for the restaurant as the management persisted in defending their actions and
argued with those who criticised them. By the following week, the original post had generated over 18,000
negative comments.
Which of the following is the best way forward for the restaurant at this juncture?
Unconditionally restore the waitress to her former position and salary on the ground that she was never
A
at fault in the first place.

Apologise to and reinstate the waitress and ask her to apologize for her breach of customer privacy and
B
post both the apologies on social media.

Reinstate the waitress provided she apologises for her breach of customer privacy and post that
C
apology on the restaurant’s social media page.

Reinstate the waitress if and only if she apologizes for her breach of customer privacy and posts that
D
apology on her social media page.

E Recruit two waitress at a higher wage but stick to the original decision of firing the waitress.

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Mrs Biswas was to retire in one year after serving in the construction department of the Gujarat government for
more than thirty years. After retirement, she wanted to spend her retired life along with Mr Biswas, a retired
school teacher in a small town in Kerala. They had two children, both studying in Bengaluru. The Biswas’ wished
to construct a house in Kerala with their life savings.
The couple gathered information about owning a house in Kerala. They had four options:
1.Buy a fully furnished house from a big developer.
2.Buy a semi-furnished house from big developer and furnish it.
3.Get a local unregistered contractor to construct a house and furnish it.
4.Mr Biswas with inputs from the family could supervise the construction of a house back in Kerala by
employing the best material, engineers, masons and labourers.
Question 240
Which of the following additional information, IF TRUE, would improve the chances of the third option being
preferred?

A Based on the current information, with no additional information, the third is the best option.

B Among local property holders, the contractor in the third option enjoys a good reputation.

C Big developers are less open to changes in design.

D Mr Biswas cannot stay back alone to supervise the construction.

E The Biswas’ want to select the furniture on their own.

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relied on these vehicles to visit the city located 10 kilometres away.
Now, with land within the campus becoming scarce, the chief administrator (CA) found the growing demand for
parking lot difficult to handle. The faculty, staff and students wanted increased parking space. In the past six
years, the parking requirement on campus had doubled. The CA found it inappropriate to construct parking lots
from the students’ fee, even though those with vehicles may not complain about it.
Besides creating parking problems, the CA felt that these vehicles added to the pollution and made residents
less responsible toward each other. The risk to the children and the elderly because of over-speeding was
menacing. Therefore, the CA wanted to reduce the number of vehicles in the campus. Many faculty members,
students and staff members, however, felt that demand for more parking space was natural as vehicles were
required to go to the market, railway station, airport, and inter-state bus terminal all located in the city. They also
told the CA that the elderly, sick and the toddlers relied only on these vehicles.
After listening to all stakeholders, the CA wanted to solve these problems while ensuring the campus remained
responsible and green.
Question 241
Which of the following would be the best option to increase revenue, decrease carbon footprint and still satisfy
all the stakeholders in the campus?

Make substantial collection from vehicles entering or leaving campus and construct a parking lot
A
outside the campus.

B Levy extra fee on the students and build extra parking lots inside the campus.

C Bring all stakeholders to table and let them build consensus.

D To reduce the carbon footprint, only pooled vehicles be permitted on campus.

Let all vehicles be parked in a managed space outside the campus while battery operated vehicles
E
parked at the two gates can be use inside the campus.

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Girirajan an unemployed youngster from Kumbakonam, Tamilnadu, visited Singapore where his school friend
worked as software engineer. In Singapore, Girirajan realized that there were a lot of Tamils in “Little India” area.
He soon assessed that there were very few restaurants serving authentic Tamil food and decided to set-up a
restaurant “Giri’s” in “Little India” serving authentic Tamil food in traditional banana leaf. Customers loved the
food. Very soon word spread about the good quality food served in the traditional way. Girirajan expanded
operation recruiting 10 employees, all Tamils.
Six months later, Girirajan realized that a lot of Kannadiga and Telugu customers started visiting the restaurant
along with their Tamil friends. One day, a Kannadiga customer looking for Devangere Benne Dosa suggested
that it may not be a bad idea for Girirajan to serve Karnataka and Andhra cuisines along with Tamil.
With time, the popularity of the reastaurant kept soaring. As a result, a lot of Malays, Indonesians and Chinese
started visiting the restaurant. His software engineer friend advised to cater to customers of all nationalities.
Despite his desire to go grand, Girirajan realized he did not have enough money to get extra space anywhere in
Singapore and banks were also reluctant to lend.
One day, while assessing the business, he realized that the restaurant had 90% occupancy rate during peak
hours and 40% during the non-peak hours. Both figures were increasing with time.
Question 242
Girirajan started analyzing his quarterly customer data to assess growth opportunities. He discovered that 20%
of his customers are Kannadigas and many of them were requesting for a few Karnataka dishes. He was not
sure if it was a good idea to serve Karnataka food. He wanted to experiment before taking the final call. Which
of the following options will be worth experimenting in the next fortnight?

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A Introduce a Karnataka food day every week to please the Kannadiga customers.

B Recruit a few Kannadiga waiters to interact with Kannadiga customers.

C Rename a few Tamil dishes as Karnataka dishes.

D Serve Karnataka dishes as and when requested by customers without the menu displaying these dishes.

E Add a few Karnataka dishes to the cuisine and display these in a separate menu.

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Read the following case and choose the best alternative.

A Force Racket Club to accept all modifications related to drug testing.

Provide adequate security protection to the satisfaction of players nominated by Racket Club before
B
enforcing drug testing.

C Align with Counter Racket Club.

D Popularise soccer in country through endorsements by the popular players of racket.

E Ban racket.

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For the following questions answer them individually
Question 244
Indian government may hold top executives responsible if state - run power companies fail to meet
performance targets and punish them with fines and transfers. The strict performance parameters are aimed at
ensuring that at
least the reduced target for 62,000 MW of generation capacity addition is achieved before the end of the 11th
Plan, said a power ministry official. Performance of chairman and managing directors of the power Public
Sector Units (PSUs) in project implementation will be assessed as per the terms and conditions stipulated in
the company’s memorandum of understanding (MoU) with the power ministry, he said, requesting anonymity.
Performance parameters of executives had came under strict scrutiny due to a lack of progress in capacity
addition program. While the target for the 11th five year plan has already been scaled down by the government
from 78,500 MW, in the first three years of the plan yielded only 22, 302 MW of fresh capacity.
If you were the chairman of one of these power PSU’s, which of the following statements (all of which are
assumed to be true) could best be used in order to strengthen your case against the government holding top
executives responsible?
i. The labour unions, owing allegiance to ruling party at the Center, are not allowing work to progress with their
demands for wage hikes that are untenable.
ii. The actions of the mid - level management are not in line with the objectives laid down by the top
management.
iii. The delays have been due to difficulties in obtaining funds at reasonable interest rates on account of the
recessionary conditions.
iv. We are not to blame. The government is not doing enough to ensure availability of sufficient fuel to power the
existing plants, let alone the new plants.
v. The government had ignored the infrastructure availability like roads etc., and environmental clearances
required for such projects and therefore set an unrealistic target to begin with, and the revised target is also
unrealistic as well.

A i and ii

B i and iii

C i, iii and iv

D ii, iv and v

E i, ii, iii, iv and v

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side for ABC, the opposing shareholder had recently sold off his stake to another investor who earlier had
supported the original merger deal with LMN a couple of years ago.
Question 245
The merger of ABC and LMN has been confirmed after detailed negotiation with LMN holding the majority share
of the resultant entity. LMN has financed the merger by taking debt at higher - than - market interest rates from
its bankers, in the hope that it would be able to streamline operations and reduce costs in the resultant entity
which will allow it to repay the loan. If you were an investor looking to invest in telecom companies, which of the
following could be the strongest reasons for staying away from investing in resultant entity?

The new entrants in the telecom market were coming with better offers for the
A
customers.

The market would be as competitive as ever for the resultant entity, thus providing no guarantee for
B
success.

C The combined management did present have any grand strategies to the investors.

D ABC’s management was giving in to Mr. Das who was a known opportunist.

LMN was using high cost debt to purchase another company in the same industry facing similar
E
problems with no visible advantage for the combined entity over competitors.

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Instructions
For the following questions answer them individually
Question 246
On 1st March, Timon arrived in a new city and was looking for a place to stay. He met a landlady who offered to
rent her apartment at a reasonable price but wanted him to pay the rent on a daily basis. Timon had a silver bar
of 31 inches, and an inch of the silver bar was exactly equal to a day’s rent. He agreed to pay an inch of the
silver bar towards the daily rent. Timon wanted to make minimum number of pieces of the silver bar but did not
want to pay any advance rent. How many pieces did he make?

A 5

B 8

C 16

D 20

E 31

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have become popular, and each transaction through these websites carries a surcharge of Gs. 250 (Gs. refers
to Guppes, the currency of Gagan). Given below are four post new - year (January 2, 2011, to February 28, 2011)
offers from three competing websites:
Cozy _ travel Offer: Make a confirmed booking for any service (flight ticket, hotel or rail tickets) through
Cozy_travel.com from December 5, 2010 to February 8, 2011 and become eligible for two free air tickets (offer
is limited to the base fare). Free tickets have to be booked through online request from January 1, 2011 to
February 28, 2011. The request for free tickets should be submitted at least twenty-one days in advance. Free
tickets are non-amendable (except the passenger's name) and cannot be cancelled. Free ticket cannot be
exchanged for cash or kind with anybody. Cozy_travel will try its best to secure the free ticket as per the
request. However, ticket confirmation is subject to airline schedule and set availability in airlines selected and
finalized by Cozy_travel from specific available airlines.
Cool_yatra Offer: Book any air ticket of any airline on Cool_yatra.com on or after December 21, 2010 and get
your next ticket free. Under this offer, only the base fare of the free ticket will be refunded by Cool_Yatra.com.
The customer will have to bear the rest of the charges (other fees and surcharges). The value of the base fare
will be refunded to the passenger on/after March 1 or fifteen days after completion of travel on the free ticket
(whichever is later). The free ticket can be booked only on Gaga Air flights. The free ticket must be booked
within fifteen days of booking the original ticket, and the travel date of the free ticket must be fifteen days after
the booking date of the free ticket. There must be a seven-day gap between the travel date of the main/original
ticket and the free ticket. The travel date of the free ticket should be on or before February 28, 2011. The free
ticket cannot be transferred. On cancellation of the original ticket(s), you no longer remain eligible for the free
ticket(s).
Easy_travel Cash Back Offer: Easy travel offers 25% cash back on all air ticket bookings between December 5,
2010 and February 28, 2011 using CeeCee net banking service or its debit/credit card. The cashback amount
will be credited back to the customer's account within twenty-one days of making the transaction. Maximum
cashback during the period is Gs. 400 per person per ticket, and the total amount that can be claimed by the
customer is Gs. 2,400.
Ek Ke Sath Ek Offer from Easy_travel: Book an AirSpice ticket with Easy_travel using any credit/debit card, and
get another ticket absolutely free. The free tickets will be issued on AirSpice on its entire network. The offer is
valid for sale from January 11, 2011 to January 31, 2011. The free ticket must be booked at least fifteen days
prior to the date of travel and needs to be completed within the offer period. The promotion code for the free
ticket will get activated only seven days after booking the main ticket. Easy_travel will charge a handling fee of
Gs. 1000/- per person for any amendments made on the main ticket. Cancellations of tickets purchased under
this offer are not permitted. The free ticket obtained under this offer can not be exchanged for cash and cannot
be re-routed.
Question 247
Which offer has got the maximum chance for becoming the most popular among the air travellers of Gagan
during post new - year period? Among the following options, choose the best offer - explanation combination.

Cozy_travel, because the customers will get twice the number of flights and offer is applicable for all
A
services provided by Cozy_travel.

Cozy_travel, because it allows any customer to transfer the free ticket to any one if they are not
B
interested in using it.

C Ek ke sath ek offer from Easy_travel, because it offers absolutely free tickets to all customers.

Cash Back offer from Easy_travel, because all other offers are restricted either in terms of airlines to
D
choose or the period of offer.

E Cozy_travel, because it allows customers to use free tickets even after post new - year period.

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Question 248
Jagan is appearing for MAAT exam on January 2, 2011, in a city which is not his home town and he is yet to
book the air ticket to reach his hometown from MAAT center. Based on his MAAT performance, he is confident
about getting an interview call from the institute of his choice located in Akashpur. All institutes associated with
MAAT will contact the short - listed candidates within next two weeks with venue details and date of interview.
In terviews will be scheduled within fifteen days from the date of announcement of shortlist, and will be held at
the respective institutes. Jagan’s hometown, MAAT centre, and Akashpur are connected by all airlines and the
base fares start at Gs. 1,000. While visting Akashpur for the interview, Jagan will have to put up in a hotel. The
minimum charge for booking a hotel in Akashpur through Cozy_travel is Gs. 2,400. Equally good hotels which
are not listed in the Cozy_travel website charge Gs. 1,000. All the three travel websites assure a minimum of
one free air ticket for every booking. If Jagan has no other reason to fly, which of the following offers should
Jagan go for?

A Ek Ke Sath Ek Offer of Easy_travel.

Get the flight ticket and hotel booking from Cozy_travel . He should use confirmed free ticket for return
B
journey and exchange extra ticket (if any) on barter basis.

C Get the flight ticket through Cozy_travel, and use the second ticket if available for the return journey.

D Get the flight ticket from Cool_yatra.

E Get the flight ticket and hotel booking through Cozy_travel, and use free tickets for return journey.

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Answer question based on the following information:
On a certain day six passengers from Chennai, Bangalore, Kochi, Kolkata, Mumbai, and Hyderabad boarded the
New Delhi bound Rajdhani Express from TataNagar. The following facts are known about these six passengers:
1.The persons from Kochi and Chennai are less than 36 years of age. Person Z, the youngest among all is a
doctor.
2.The oldest person is from Kolkata and his/her profession is same as that of the person who got down at
Mughal Sarai.

A She got down at Koderma.

B She is 36 years old.

C She got down at Mughal Sarai.

D She is from Kochi.

E None of the above

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Question 250
If Mrs. Sharma allocates the north - west corner room on the ground floor to 2 students, then the number of
students in the corresponding room on the first floor, and the number of students in the middle room in the first
floor of the east wing
are:

A 2 and 1 respectively

B 3 and 1 respectively

C 3 and 2 respectively

D Both should have 3 students

E Such an arrangement is not possible.

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Instructions
on the basis of the information given in the following case.
Due to increased competition, Ginger Automobiles, the Indian subsidiary of Pepper Automobile Company (PAC)
reported lower sales and profits. PAC expects its new model Limo, developed especially for value conscious
customers of India and China, would revive its fortunes. In order to prevent customers from uying competing
products, PAC announced the launch of Limo six months before schedule. Due to unrest in its Indian supplier’s
plant, deliveries of essential components for its main plant was hampered, and hence it decided to launch Limo
in China only as per the original plan. Within a short span of time, Limo captured 30% market share in China,
which was 200% higher than expected. Indian customers who had looked forward to purchasing Limo were
becoming increasingly unhappy to the non-availability of Limo in India. Ginger’s dealers were worried about loss
of business from the customers who might switch to other cars.
Question 251
Mr. Murugan from Chennai experienced the comfort of Limo during his visit to China. He was willing to deposit
an approximate price of Limo to buy the first available unit from Mr. Ahmed, a dealer in Chennai, known for fair
dealing. Ginger Automobile is yet to announce the actual price, and the process for allocation of the vehicles. In
order to maximise his cash flow, Mr. Ahmed should

A collect the amount from Mr. Murugan. Later when the delivery is delayed, blame it on PAC’s problems.

collect 50% as advance and the remaining 50% after the confirmation of launch date by Ginger
B
Automobiles.

collect the amount Mr. Murugan is willing to deposit after clarifying that delivery is subject to the
C
company policy.

D not collect the amount, but suggest to Mr. Murugan to write to Ginger Automobiles.

collect the amount and transfer it to the account of Ginger Automobiles, instead of keeping it in his
E
personal account.

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working the moment she reaches the client’s premises. She is considering various options for her onward and
return journey between Jamshedpur to Delhi.A quick search revealed that ticket from Jamshedpur to Delhi is
available in two trains. Trains 12801 and 12443 depart from Jamshedpur station at 06:45 hrs and 15.55 hrs and
reach Delhi next day at 04:50 hrs and 10:35 hrs respectively. Trains 12444 and 12802 start from Delhi at 17:20
hrs and 22:20 hrs and reach Jamshedpur next day at 10:35 hrs and 20:05 hrs respectively. Another option is to
reach Ranchi by a three hour road trip and take a flight to Delhi from Ranchi. The distance between Ranchi and
Delhi is covered in 105 minutes both-ways by any of the scheduled flights. Air India operates two flights, AI
9810 and AI 810, which depart Ranchi at 8:00 hrs and 15:25 hrs respectively. Flight number IT-3348 operated by
Kingfisher Airlines departs Ranchi at 19:20 hrs. Return flights operated by Air India, AI 9809 and AI 809, depart
Delhi at 5:50 hrs and 11:00 hrs respectively. Flight number IT-3347 operated by Kingfisher Airlines departs Delhi
at 17:10 hrs.From Tina’s home Jamshedpur railway station is five minutes drive, and her destination at Delhi is
90 minutes and 30 minutes drive from airport and railway station respectively. One has to reach the airport at
least one hour before the scheduled departure to complete the boarding procedure. At every railway station she
loses five minutes in navigating through the crowd.
Question 252
Tina gets a message that her work has to be completed between 9:00 hrs. and 17:00 hrs. If
she wants minimize the total time out of Jamshedpur, the best option, from the options given below, for her
among the following is to go by

A Train 12443 and return by Train 12444.

B Train 12801 and return by Train 12802.

C AI 9810 and return by AI 9809.

D AI 810 and return by AI 9809.

E IT 3348 and return by IT 3347.

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followed the principle of always helping others, because he believed that he would be helped back in return
some day. Srikumar had just one advice “The work is given to those who will win the bidding process and at the
same time will give the maximum bribe. Prices quoted for work have to include bribes, else the bills will not get
cleared and the supervisors will find multiple faults with the execution of work. This ensures survival and
prosperity for contractors”. When asked about other contractors, Srikumar said “The government contractors
are like a micro-society in themselves, almost like a brotherhood. Within that, they are highly competitive;
however towards any external threat they are united to ensure no harm happens to any of their members”.
Question 253
Naresh decided to work as a government contractor. Following Srikumar’s advice, he
inflated the prices so that he could pay the bribes out the bills received.

A Naresh is now totally unethical.

B Naresh cannot be called totally ethical.

C Naresh can be called ethical when it suits him.

D Naresh is ethical to some extent.

E Naresh is being totally ethical.

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Question 254
Lankawala, another contractor, when faced with the new supervisor’s demand to reduce prices for government
work, asked him to guarantee that no bribes would be taken, and only then prices would be reduced. This was
said in front of everyone. At this the supervisor forced Lankawala out of the meeting and threatened to black-
list him. Lankawala did not say anything and walked away. Blacklisting of a contractor by one government
department implied that Lankawala would not be able to participate in any government departments’ works. In
late evening, the city was abuzz with the news that the supervisor’s dead body was seen on the
railway tracks. In the investigations that followed, no one who attended the meeting recounted the happenings
in the meeting to the police. Getting involved in murder cases could lead to unpredictable outcomes such as
becoming the potential suspect, or an accessory to the crime. Furthermore, cases could drag on for years, and
one would have to appear in court as witnesses in response to court’s summons. This, for a contractor, was a
serious threat to his business due to the disruptions created. However, Naresh wanted to speak out but was
pressurized by Srikumar and other contractors not to, and as a result he did not. Due to this, the case was
closed unresolved with no one found guilty. In this situation, it can be concluded that:

A Srikumar is immoral, but ethical, while Naresh is not unethical.

B Naresh is ethical and moral, while other contractors are immoral and unethical.

C Naresh, Srikumar and other contractors are both immoral and unethical.

D Other contractors are moral, and they prevented Naresh from being immoral.

E Other contractors are unethical, but no conclusion can be made about Naresh.

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Instructions
Answer questions based on information that is provided.
Question 255

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Consider merit pay for teachers. Schools face constant pressure to change their management approaches to
improve performance, which is usually assessed by standardized reading, math, and science scores. In most
school teacher’s pay is determined by seniority, years of total teaching experience, and credentials. Pay is rarely
based on performance, which is contrary to the belief among parents and private sector. Parents and business
leaders lament that there are no carrots/sticks used to motivate teachers.
Consequently, there has been greater push to implement some form of merit pay to improve
the motivation. Which of the following statements will disapprove the claim of the parents and business
leaders?
A A recent study suggested that teachers are self - motivated.

Teachers are largely motivated, by financial incentives; so pay for performance will induce greater and
B
more effective effort.

C Learning cannot be measured reliably and accurately by a test given once a year.

Teaching is a solo - activity, there is a little interdependence with other co - curricular and extra -
D
curricular activities in the school.

E To err is human. And hence stick should be used to reduce errors.

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Instructions
Read the following case-let and choose the best alternative for the questions that follow.

Ajay was thinking deeply about a problem that his organization, a business consulting company, faced.
Globalization had affected his company like many other companies. Despite the downturn, the current revenues
remained healthy. However, Ajay knew it was inevitable that the company could not do business the same way.
The complexity of managing the business had increased with time. Consultants were under pressure to deliver
good and innovative solutions. The organization had consultants from different age groups having a good mix
of domain and industry expertise. It was a flat organization with three levels. The biggest challenge for Ajay was
to have consultants with latest knowledge who would also earn revenues. Getting additional business was a
challenge as all the consultants were busy and it was very difficult to hire new consultants.
Question 256
After Ajay implemented some of the steps mentioned above, consultants wanted to renegotiate their contract
with the organization. It seems that the organization had never mentioned that consultants have to work across
industries and domains. Some of the old consultants were reluctant to change their ways,
while many of the younger consultants were willing to follow Ajay’s advice. Which of the following decision can
be taken by Ajay to handle this situation?

A Retrench old consultants and recruit young consultants.

B Pressurize non-conformists by giving preferential treatment to the conformists.

Negotiate with the old consultants and communicate that the new rules would apply to the new
C
consultants only.

D Do nothing and wait for a right solution to emerge, as with time resistance would die down.

E Discuss the issue in an open house and let solutions emerge democratically.

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Read the following case - let and answer the questions that follow

Intercontinental Business Manufacturing (IBM) was doing a roaring business. Demand of the products was high
and supply of raw - material was abundant. IBM was manufacturing three different products. Some customers
bought two types of products and some bought only one. The three products were “quickie - quick”, “run - of -
the - mill”, and “maxi - max”. Customers were not complaining loudly. Ram, the product manager, was confused!
Demand for “quickie - quick “was increasing .Raw material suppliers wanted to supply lower quality at cheaper
price. It was profitable for the company to increase production .Quality department was not happy with the
product. Ram met Rahim, the CEO, who, as always, wanted higher profits. He said that IBM will set up a
committee for improving the quality.
Question 257
Rahim set up a “brand” committee comprising of a few selected managers, headed by Robert. The
committee proposed that IBM should continue to manufacture the three differently branded products. It also
proposed to recruit a new brand manager for improving brand image of the products. It agreed with Rahim that
the company should increase the price. Rocket Singh, head of sales, was confused because he realized that
customers were miffed with “run - of - the - mill” and “maxi - max”.
What should Rocket Singh do?

A Launch one more product to increase sales.

B Stop production of quickie - quick.

C Launch a campaign on social media to increase awareness about company’s products.

D Send an anonymous email to all the employees highlighting customer dissatisfaction.

E Conduct a research study to find out the reason for customer’s dissatisfaction.

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piece of jewelry for your wife, it was no problem - Singh’s had it all. Rajinder was impressed by Balwant’s way of
handling and caring for customers. If somebody was going through “hard times”, Balwant somehow knew it.
When they came into the store, Balwant would make them feel comfortable, and say something like, “you know
Jaswant, let’s put everything on credit today”. This kind of generosity made it easy to understand why Balwant
was loved and respected throughout the community.

Rajinder didn’t know what to do - who might be helpful? Rajinder’s spouse, who was a housewife? Maybe talking
it through could lead to some positive course of action. Rajinder’s boss?Would Bigmart understand? Could
Rajinder really disclose the conflict without fear? Uncle Balwant? Should Rajinder really disclose the situation
and ask for advise? He wanted a solution that would make all satkeholders happy.
Question 258
After delibertation with many people and a lot of research, Rajinder came across a study published
in leading journal, which stated that most local farmers benefited because Bigmart bought agricultural produce
directly from the farmers.
Which of the following actions would you prefer Rajinder to take, after he got this fresh information?

Since farmers benefit from Bigmart’s presence, Rajinder should be happy with Bigmart’s presence in
A
Bhatinda

B Rajinder should undertake a new study to find out influence of Bigmart on local farmers

Rajinder should see this as an opportunity to take concerns of local traders to the top management of
C Bigmart in India. It may help Bigmart to develop new solutions that can benefit Bigmart, retailers,
farmers and consumers.

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D Quit job at Bigmart and start another big retail chain to compete with Bigmart

Request his boss to transfer him to new location, which has a low percentage of mom and pop stores.
E
This would reduce Rajinder’s discomfort.

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Answer questions on the basis of information given in the following case.

The Disciplinary Committee of Nation Political Party (NPP) is meeting today to decide on the future of two of
their party members, Mr. Loyal and his son Mr. Prodigal. Mr. Prodigal is the prime accused in the brutal murder
of Mr. Victim, an opposition party leader. Mr. Prodigal is in police custody and his appeal for bail has got
rejected. Mr. Loyal claims that his son is innocent and Mr. Victim’s death was the result of internal rivalry in the
opposition party. Though Mr. Loyal is not accused in this case, his weakness for his son is well known. The
media is blaming him for influencing key witnesses to protect his son. Severe criticism of his father - son duo,
both by the media and some social activists, is damaging the image of the party. However, Mr. Loyal has
significant followers within the party and is considered an asset to the party. Any harsh
decision against Mr. Loyal would adversely affect the future of NPP and could even lead to a split in the party.
This would benefit the opposition.
Question 259
The Disciplinary Committee has decided to suspend Mr. Loyal from the party because they felt he was
influencing the judicial process. However, Mr. Loyal feels that the committee is biased and he is being framed.
Now, election has been announced. The last time. Mr. Loyal had won with a majority on account of his good
work.
Which of the following options is most likely to resurrect Mr. Loyal’s immediate political career?

The main opposition party has invited Mr. Loyal to join the party and contest the election Chance of
A
winning is high.

Not participation in the campaign and instructing his followers to stay away from the campaigning
B
process.

C Ask his followers to support the NPP nominated candidate and display his loyalty to NPP.

Mr. Loyal should contest as an independent candidate. But because of a split in votes, his chances of
D
winning would be low.

Influence the nomination process through his followers within NPP, to get one of his close associates
E
nominated.

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Arbit and Mr. Boring. This technology could potentially enhance their annual earning to 150,000 million rupees
within a year. But they have to make one - time investment of 100,000 million rupees to implement the
technology. If the technology is not successful, the investment would be lost. Mr. Arbit and Mr. Boring are
discussing about possible risks of the investment.
Question 260
Mr. Arbit is enthusiastic about this investment idea but Mr. Boring is a little sceptical. This impasse makes them
approach a consultant. The consultant makes some observations. Which of the following observations, made
by the consultant, might reduce Mr. Arbit’s enthusiasm for the new investment idea?

A Investment is warranted only when benefits outweigh costs.

B Technology investments give higher earnings in future.

C Investment in technology leads to reduction of costs in the long run.

D Technology risks can be controlled.

E Business is all about taking risky decisions.

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I. Invest in development of new drugs.

II. Increase sales of cough syrup in the rural markets.
III. Try and cut costs.
IV. Recruit more medical representatives in the rural areas.

Which of the following sequences is best arranged in the descending order of appropriateness?

A I, III, II

B II, I, III

C II, III, I

D IV, II, III

E IV, III, I

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Mr. Khan used to work as the Vice President of LSP India. However, he had resigned from LSP India for a better
job in New York. In the meantime, his wife was promoted to head the HR of LSP India. Mrs. Khan had struggled
hard to reach this position and was quite popular and respected within the organization. Mrs. Khan was
contemplating whether she should give up her career and join him in New York. Mrs. Khan is considering the
following actions:

I. Take a break for the time being and focus on personal life. Given her reputation, she can always get back to
the same job, if required.
II. Go to New York, on leave without pay for two months to help Mr. Khan settle down. After that she can come
back and resume her responsibility in LSP India.
III. Request Mr. Khan to look for an equivalent job in India.
IV. Resign form LSP India, join Mr. Khan in New York, and look for a similar job there.
V. Request LSP India for a similar position in LSP USA and follow Mr. Khan to New York.

Which of the following sequence of actions can be immediately taken by Mrs. Khan to
maintain her work - life balance?
A I & II

B I & III

C I & IV

D II & V

E III & V

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Analyse the following caselet and answer the questions that follow:

Kamal Chinnappa, Vimal Rao, Ganesh Krishnan and Dinesh Kumar own a saloon each on the Barbil street. They
are the only hairdressers on that street. Each of them offered three services viz. haircut, shaving and hair-dye.
One evening, all four of them met in a nearby tea-stall and agreed to charge Rs. 100 for any of the three services
(haircut, shave and hair-dye) on weekdays. They also agreed to increase this rate to Rs. 115 on weekends and
holidays. All verbally decided to implement the agreement.
Question 263
Vimal relies heavily on a bunch of loyal customers. He is concerned about retaining them.

Which of the following options should he choose if he does not want to violate the agreement?

A He should charge differential rates for loyal customers.

B He should charge the loyal customers lower.

C He should make every third visit free for his loyal customers.

D He should charge all the agreed upon price

E He should allow his loyal customers to jump the queue.

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Analyse the following caselet and answer the questions that follow:

The City of Yashmund is served by licensed taxis operating on officially sanctioned metered rates and driven by
licensed drivers who do not own the taxis but pay a monthly rent to the taxi-owners. Shailesh Nair, the mayor of
Yashmund, perceived that most of these taxis do not offer sufficient comfort and safety to passengers.
Question 264
The Mayor wants the owners and drivers to care about comfort.
Which of the following decisions, IF TAKEN, is MOST LIKELY to increase the comfort levels of passengers?

A The mayor issues a guideline that taxis will be randomly inspected by the police for the comfort level.

The mayor ensures banks grant drivers loans to own cars. Owner driven cars generally offer greater
B
comfort.

The mayor introduces licensing of air-conditioned taxis which can charge increased rates to the rich
C
customers.

The mayor introduces a feedback system that records passenger satisfaction with comfort levels; this
D
will affect renewal of annual taxi license

The mayor permits doubling metered rates which will ensure enhanced income for owners to invest in
E
greater comfort.

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Instructions
Analyse the following caselet and answer the questions that follow:

Six people working at the Bengaluru office of Simsys are planning to buy flats at a real estate project at
Whitefield. Their preferences are listed below:

They have identified 7 real estate projects with following facilities available (marked with √):

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A person is ‘satisfied’ if a project meets all three preferences.
Question 265
Identify the project(s) where NONE of the 6 persons will be ‘satisfied’.

A M only

B N only

C P only

D N and P only

E In all projects at least one person will be ‘satisfied’.

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Analyse the following caselet and answer the questions that follow:

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For Geetha soil preparation does not incur any cost. If a crop is abandoned before the scheduled harvesting,
she gets no money. Geetha is preparing a cropping schedule to maximize her annual profits (i.e. price – cost).
She plans to replicate the schedule in the coming years.
Question 266
Which of the following would DEFINITELY be a part of the ideal schedule?

A Cultivate crop B in August or September.

B Cultivate crop B from April to September.

C Do not cultivate any crop in August but cultivate crop D in September.

D Cultivate crop D or crop E in August or September.

E Do not cultivate any crop in August; but cultivate crop D or crop E in September.

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Read the situation below and answer the 3 associated questions:
Vindhya, Shabnam and Amala are interning at a software organization as part of the requirement of their B-
school curriculum.
The organization has allotted each of them a project based on their area of specialization. In the first meeting
with the HR head, they are informed of a PPO possibility (pre-placement offer, i.e., an offer to join the company
after their MBA), based on their performance. All of them are eager to convert their internship into a job offer.
Each of them is assigned a mentor who evaluates the intern's performance along with the HR head.
Question 267
Shabnam, who is working on sales executives’ work-life balance, has collected the following details about their
frequent travels:
1. Frequent meetings help strengthen relationships with key customers.
2. Travelling has no effect on the personal lives of the sales executives as most of them are single.
3. Travel enhances the financial health of the sales executives since their fixed salaries are low.
4. Frequent travel has no significant impact on market budget, given the current high margins from sales.
5. The sales executives have the autonomy to decide the frequency of their travel.
Shabnam thinks that the frequency of travel is higher than required.
Which of the following combinations of the above reasons can enable Shabnam BEST substantiate her
thinking?

A 1, 2 and 4

B 2, 3 and 4

C 3, 4 and 5

D 2, 3 and 5

E 1, 3 and 5

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Read the situation below and answer the 3 associated questions:
The Small Shop, selling computer peripherals, is the only one of its kind in the remote village of Turturunk.
Because online purchases take two weeks or more to arrive, The Small Shop is a quick stop for buying items
such as pen drives and USB cables. Besides selling computer peripherals, The Small Shop also undertakes
repairs of out-of-warranty products.
Question 268
The Small Shop which earlier recorded an annual increase of approximately 12% in revenues has been
stagnating at 4% for the last three years, during which e-commerce sidelined brick and mortar outlets. The shop
is struggling to increase profitability. In general, The Small Shop has been offering a discount on MRP to
compete with e-commerce prices.
Which of the following is the BEST reason for The Small Shop NOT to reduce the current discount offered to the
customers?

A large fading sign prominently placed behind the shop’s cash counter reads “in business and in life,
A
always be fair”.

Recently customers from a nearby village have started shopping at The Small Shop for low-end
B
peripherals, accounting for around 3% of the shop’s total revenues.

C To cover insurance costs, e-commerce has begun charging a delivery fee from last year.

A new resident who earlier worked in the computer hardware industry is contemplating starting a
D
business in Turturunk.

Even though e-commerce offers a greater range of choices, villagers prefer buying readily available
E
products from The Small Shop.

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Read the following scenario and answer the THREE questions that follow.
Mr. Singh lived in a sprawling housing society. He employed two part-time domestic helps, Vimla and Sharda.
Vimla was responsible for cleaning and dusting, while Sharda took care of cooking.
Once Sharda fell ill and consequently took leave for three days. When Sharda returned to work, she learned that
Mr. Singh’s gold ring, a gift from his mother, was missing. Suspecting theft, Mr. Singh had terminated Vimla. Mr.
Singh asked Sharda to take additional responsibility of cleaning the house, along with an offer to double her
salary. Sharda accepted the offer as her previous two jobs were lost due to frequent health-related absences.
She was struggling to make ends meet; this offer would go a long way to help her.
Next day, while cleaning under the dressing table, Sharda found the gold ring. Overjoyed, Mr. Singh expressed
his gratitude by presenting Sharda a reward of one thousand rupees! However, he made no mention of
reinstating Vimla.
Question 269
Sharda was contemplating whether she should inform Vimla that she found Mr. Singh’s ring.
Which of the following considerations will BEST dissuade Sharda in sharing the information about the ring with
Vimla?

A Mr. Singh will probably terminate Sharda if he gets to know that she has revealed this information.

B Had Vimla done her job properly, she would have found the ring and avoided this incident.

C Vimla already knows she has not stolen anything, so telling her will not give her any new information.

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Sharda is not keeping well, and Mr. Singh warned her that her frequent absences could lead to her
D
termination.

E Whenever Sharda was absent, Vimla used to help her by taking over her responsibilities.

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Question 270
The news of the discovery of the lost ring eventually became public. The domestic helps in the society were
chagrined by the treatment meted out to Vimla and the fact that the news of the discovery was not made public
immediately. They wanted to ensure that they would not get targeted every time if something goes missing.
Which of the following policy options will BEST minimize the chance of employers suspecting their domestic
workers of theft in the future?

A The domestic workers will undergo a daily search by the security guards when leaving the society.

When a domestic worker is terminated on suspicion of theft without proof, they will have to be paid at
B
least one month’s salary in full.

The current address and contact details of all domestic workers should be submitted to the housing
C
society.

If there is a suspicion of theft, the security guards will first conduct a thorough search of the affected
D
house.

When a domestic worker is terminated on suspicion of theft, the employer will have to publicly apologize
E
if the domestic worker can prove their innocence.

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Read the following scenario and answer the THREE questions that follow.
In Symbolis, an upcoming medium sized IT services organization, only 1% of the employees were awarded an
annual performance bonus. This annual performance bonus was decided by a committee formed of different
functional heads. When Ms. Nalini Kattakayam received the annual bonus for the first time in her five years at
Symbolis, Ms. Shalini Sampath, a colleague with seven years of tenure at Symbolis, told Nalini that this annual
bonus was less a reflection of Nalini’s performance and more a recognition of those who have fostered a strong
rapport with the powers that be. Incidentally, Shalini had never received any performance bonus in her tenure at
the company.
Question 271
Shalini’s comments deeply hurt Nalini, especially since she had always considered Shalini to be a close friend.
Nalini felt like declining the bonus, given her respect for and relationship with Shalini.
Which of the following reasons, if true, will BEST dissuade Nalini from declining the bonus?

A Shalini, good at heart, is known for making insensitive comments.

B Shalini is known for confronting her boss whenever they changed deadlines.

C In her close group, Nalini is the first person to receive the bonus.

D Very few people, who are not considered loyal, receive the bonus.

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E Shalini’s irreverent comment about her previous boss pushed her out of that team.

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Question 272
Since receiving the performance bonus, Nalini noticed a change in how her teammates behaved with her; they
appeared indifferent towards her. Although there were no major issues, Nalini could not help but sense that her
teammates began to perceive her as having a closer relationship with the top brass, following her recent
accomplishment. Nalini assumed that her teammates might be influenced by Shalini; consequently, they
seemed to be avoiding informal interactions with her.
As Nalini had to rely on the support of her teammates, what could Nalini BEST do to normalize her relationship
with them?

A Do nothing in the hope that things will normalize in time.

B Confront Shalini and ask her to stop spreading rumors.

C Invite her teammates for dinner on a weekend.

D Start saying negative things about their bosses to her teammates.

E Talk to her teammates regarding their indifference towards her.

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Read the following scenario and answer the THREE questions that follow.

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Raman had been working tirelessly as a Project Manager in the IT department of Flying Groceries, a renowned
app-based supply chain company, for the past three years. Having graduated from a top-tier engineering
college, he dived straight into the corporate world, managing projects with great zeal that inspired his seniors.
At the end of his first year with Flying Groceries, impressed with his hard work, Raman’s boss, Suraj, the
founder-CEO of Flying Groceries, fast-tracked his promotion and made him Delivery Manager responsible for
multiple projects of a vertical. Suraj also promised Raman the position of Chief Operation Officer in the fifth year
of his tenure.
In search of a greater career trajectory, Raman pursued entrance exams for business schools. His efforts bore
fruits as he secured a place in the country’s best business school, known for a strong alumni base, stellar
placement records and demanding academic requirements.
Raman was delighted; he had three months to join the business school. Flying Groceries demanded that any
employee who wished to leave the organization should give at least a month’s notice. Raman decided to
continue working and enriching his work experience, which will be beneficial when applying to companies after
graduating from the business school. Therefore, he decided not to share the news of the offer with anyone else
for the time being.
Question 273
Flying Groceries was planning to implement a much-needed update to enhance the functionality and user
experience of their app. According to Suraj, the update was expected to take at least six months to complete.
Suraj wanted Raman to lead this project because his leadership was critical for the project’s success. However,
Raman knew that he would be there only for three months; he was not sure whether he should accept the
project.
Which of the following information, if true, will BEST assist Raman in accepting the role of leading the project?

A During his time with Flying Groceries, Raman finished some projects ahead of schedule.

B Raman could requisition more human resources to his team for the next three months.

C Suraj might advise against the update if he got to know that Raman was leaving soon.

D The last two projects Raman led were successfully completed by his subordinates during his exams.

Raman had previously taken many projects home, and the business school would have no classes
E
during the weekends.

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Question 274
After a couple of months, Raman resigned. Suraj was shocked by Raman’s resignation and asked him to
reconsider his decision. When Raman expressed his inability to continue, Suraj felt betrayed. This led to a series
of heated arguments between them, and they swore to never work together again.
Raman joined the business school; however, he soon realized that that summer internship placements were
approaching. Consequently, he would require verification of his responsibilities from Flying Groceries.
Which of the following actions is the MOST appropriate for Raman to obtain his verification?

Raman should write a sincere and professional apology letter, expressing regret for the argument Raman
A
had with Suraj.

Raman should write an email to Suraj, emphasizing Raman’s roles and responsibilities, and request him
B
to approve them.

C Raman should contact the HR representative to facilitate the verification of Raman’s responsibilities.

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D Raman should reach out to a mutual acquaintance within the company and ask her to intervene.

Raman should re-establish communication with Suraj through social media platforms like Facebook and
E
persuade him there.

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Read the following scenario and answer the THREE questions that follow.
Ms. Vineeta Lama, a respected figure in the small town of Jampur, found herself stranded on the road, once
again, when her old small hatchback car broke down. Finding herself alone on the deserted road with no one to
help, Vineeta, in desperation called Shyam Saigal, the General Manager of Balaji Motors − the only dealership in
Jampur that sells Diplomatico cars, the brand that Vineeta drives. Vineeta knew Shyam from her frequent visits
for getting her hatchback car serviced. Surprisingly, he arrived within fifteen minutes, accompanied by a
mechanic from his dealership. Further, he arranged for the vehicle to be towed and kindly offered Vineeta a ride
home. On the way back, he advised Vineeta to exchange her old car with a new Sports Utility Vehicle (SUV) on a
good discount from his dealership. He assured her that he would add several additional services to ensure her
SUV remained in excellent condition for many years ahead.
Question 275
Due to her old car’s frequent breakdowns, Vineeta decided it was a time to replace it. She was afraid whether
buying a Diplomatico SUV from Balaji Motors, as suggested by Shyam, will be a right decision for her.
Which of the following pieces of additional information will help her the MOST in taking the right decision?

A She has no idea which SUV to choose, and she feels that all SUVs are the same.

Her brother, an SUV enthusiast, staying in a metro city, has advised her to stay away from Diplomatico
B
Cars.

In Jampur, SUVs have a 6-month waiting period; however, one red-coloured Diplomatico SUV, not her
C
favourite colour, is available at Balaji Motors.

D Jampur, being an old city with congested roads, has a parking problem in many areas.

A new dealership of Panther Motors, the highest selling car brand in the country, is about to come to the
E
town soon.

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Question 276
Shyam’s satisfaction from meeting the month’s quota for selling SUVs turned to dismay when one of his young
executives nervously told him that he mistakenly punched an extended warranty for free to Vineeta’s purchase
contract earlier that morning. This could not be reversed from the company’s system and meant a loss of Rs.
19,000 for the dealership. The executive was very sorry and was ready to take accountability. However, the
amount was too large to be borne by the executive.
Shyam was not concerned about placing accountability, but rather the recovery of the loss. He was unsure
whether he should ask Vineeta for the money.
The following pieces of information are available to Shyam:
A. Shyam is aware that Vineeta is very happy with the deal he gave her for the car.
B. Shyam feels that Diplomatico’s software system is complicated for new employees, which might have also
played a role in the error.
C. Vineeta has a wide network and can connect Shyam with many potential customers.

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D. Vineeta’s brother, a car enthusiast, has enough knowledge of how car dealers operate.
E. Shyam feels that if he maintains the current sales volume, he might be able to persuade Diplomatico to write
off the amount (Rs. 19,000).
Which of the following combinations, of the above pieces of information, will MOST likely stop Shyam from
trying to recover the money from Vineeta?
A A&B

B A&D

C C&D

D C&E

E B&E

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Question 277
Three months passed. While returning from a friend’s house, Vineeta’s new SUV was hit by another car.
Fortunately, she was not injured, but the SUV was badly damaged. Surprisingly, when Vineeta took the car for
repairs to Balaji Motors, she was told that the repairs would not cost her anything as the extended warranty on
her car covered such accidents. Vineeta could not recall purchasing such a warranty; hence, she contacted
Shyam. Shyam informed her that the extended warranty was mistakenly punched into her contract by an
executive. As this mistake could not be reversed due to the company’s rigid policies, Shyam bore the cost of Rs.
19,000. He further added that Vineeta should consider it a gift from Balaji Motors for purchasing the highest-
priced Diplomatico SUV.
As Vineeta rode back home, she wondered if she should pay Rs. 19,000 to Shyam since the extended warranty
came to her aid that day.
Which of the following is the MOST compelling rationale for Vineeta to justify not paying Rs. 19,000 to Shyam?

A She paid more for the Diplomatico SUV, compared to the price of a similar SUV from Panther.

B She is aware that for expensive SUVs like hers, dealers often offer free extended warranty.

C The mistake happened three months back and is water under the bridge now.

D Had the accident not happened, she would not have been aware of the warranty.

E Shyam would have come back to her if he had needed the money.

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Read the following scenario and answer the THREE questions that follow.
ABC Business School was a school with a difference. Regarded as one of the top business schools in western
India, but relatively unknown beyond that, the school catered to smaller organizations seeking to hire students
for sales and marketing positions, with occasional openings in HR roles. These students were open to secure
job opportunities, even if they offered relatively lower salaries. The organizations, that recruited from ABC, did
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school’s strength laid in its alumni, who consistently returned to the institution for recruitment, thereby ensuring
the school’s continued existence. Given the placement record, the school attracted a specific segment of
business school aspirants, who wanted a solid job but were not excited about learning.
Question 278
Recently, some alumni of ABC threatened that their children should be given preference in admissions, or they
would withdraw as recruiters. The director was, however, hesitant about allowing alumni to interfere in running
the school because the fairness of the admissions process had earned ABC high respect within the corporate
world that recruited from the school.
Which of the following reasons, if true, will BEST help the director NOT to worry about pandering to those
alumni?

A The alumni were the reason that ABC was able to attract corporates.

B Some of the alumni were regularly teaching as guest faculty in the school.

C The alumni depend upon ABC’s success to enhance their employability.

D No business school, in the region, has allowed alumni any say in managing the operations.

E ABC has not entertained any requests from the alumni till date.

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Question 279
Across the country, business schools were ranked by popular magazines. A few business schools in the same
region were applying for rankings, hoping that rankings will affect their visibility among corporate houses and
recruiters. To achieve a good rank, ABC faculty members, who have primarily focused on teaching thus far,
would need to actively engage in research and consulting activities. The director was aware that asking the
faculty to switch to research and consulting would not be easy.
Which of the following facts will BEST help the director not to worry about applying for rankings?

A The alumni do not follow research publications in general.

B The alumni do not care for the teachers, or classes, in general.

C The alumni are aware that ABC offers a retainable talent pool.

D ABC’s placements in the previous year were completed in 4 days.

E ABC could never break into the top 40 ranks in the country when it applied earlier.

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Question 280
A few faculty members complained to the director regarding the lack of attendance and seriousness among
many students during classes and exams. The director knew that this had been the case for decades but
became more rampant in the last few years. He was also aware that the classes were mostly rituals, conducted
to tell the world that ABC believed in education and had little bearing on placements. However, he believed that
students must be told to attend classes and take exams with serious attitude.
Which of the following announcements by the director will BEST ensure that faculty stop complaining about
student attendance?

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A Students, who attend every class, should be given “thank you” notes from the director.

B Students should be asked to pay a monetary penalty for missing classes.

C Faculty members, who make classes very engaging, should be felicitated during the convocation.

D Only students, with at least 85 percent class attendance, will participate in placements.

E Students should be rewarded for contributing to in-class discussions and learning.

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Read the following scenario and answer the THREE questions that follow.
DeepSea is a natural gas extraction company that retrieves natural gas from rock formations beneath the
seabed. This gas is then transported through its extensive pipeline network to a bottling plant, located at the
sea surface, for processing. The gas in rock formations is pressurized, enabling it to flow to the surface and
reach the bottling plant. Yet, excessive pressure can cause bursts in the pipeline, leading to uncontrolled gas
release, known as blowout. A blowout carries a staggering cost, encompassing not only environmental damage
but also reputation loss and financial losses totaling crores of rupees. Additionally, the impacted section of the
pipeline requires a complete replacement.
Industry safety regulations divide the pipeline network into three levels: Level 3 is the part under the seabed,
Level 2 is the part above the seabed but in the deep sea, while Level 1 is near the surface. The safety
regulations require multiple blowout preventer valves, from now on simply referred to as valves, to be placed at
the three different levels of the pipeline network. The valves are normally kept closed, but when the pressure in
any part of the pipeline rises beyond a critical level, nearby valves are opened remotely to release the pressure
in a controlled manner to prevent blowout. The number of valves across the pipeline helps localize the pressure
release, with a greater number of valves providing a backup mechanism, helping in improving pressure
localization in case of a blowout. Given that the valves themselves can occasionally malfunction and not
release the pressure when needed, using a higher number of valves ensures that a malfunctioning valve can
seek the safety of a nearby functioning valve.
A valve can malfunction in two ways: it may fail to release pressure when needed, as previously mentioned, or it
can leak gas during regular operation, resulting in unwanted losses. When a valve malfunctions, it necessitates
manual replacement.
In the DeepSea Network, 30% of the valves are located at Level 3, which is the deepest level. The remaining
valves are evenly distributed between the top two levels. These valves are critical to ensuring safety and are
exclusively supplied by GoValve, a highly specialized manufacturer that holds a monopoly in the country’s
market.
Question 281
GoValve has recently proposed a maintenance package for the valves to DeepSea, which includes a clause that
whenever a valve at Level 3 malfunctions, all valves at that level will be replaced. Accepting the clause will cost
a significant premium. The management of DeepSea have the following pieces of additional information under
consideration:
A. The valves are known to be prone to malfunction.
B. Any malfunction in one valve often results in leakage from the neighboring valves.
C. GoValve is ready to negotiate a discount if the clause is accepted.
D. Replacing the valves at Level 3 is a very difficult job, which is best done by GoValve.
E. The chances of pressure buildups are higher near the seabed.
Which of the following combinations, of the above pieces of additional information, will help the management
of DeepSea the MOST in accepting the clause?

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A A, B & D

B A, B & E

C B, C & D

D A, C & D

E C, D & E

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Question 282
A startup, SafeValve, has started importing a technologically superior brand of valves from abroad, which
boasts a significant reduction in gas leakage. SafeValve has established a large inventory of these imported
valves but is struggling to gain foothold in the local market. An NGO, working for the protection of marine lives,
has appealed to DeepSea to replace their existing valves with the product from SafeValve. However, the
installation of this new valve will require substantial modification in the pipeline, entailing unknown challenges
in installation and maintenance.
Which of the following reasons, if TRUE, can DeepSea BEST cite to publicly reject the appeal?

A The new valves cost twice as much as the existing valves.

B GoValve is a reputed brand and had a partnership with DeepSea for a long time.

C Only some developed countries have mandated the use of the new valves.

D SafeValve depends exclusively on imports and may be prone to procurement issues.

E GoValve follows the strictest global industry standards of leakage prevention.

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Question 283
A startup, SafeValve, has started importing a technologically superior brand of valves from abroad, which
boasts a significant reduction in gas leakage. An update to industry safety regulations has come out, which
allows a lower number of valves in a pipeline network, if technologically superior valves, similar to those
imported by SafeValve, are used for the entire network.
DeepSea is aware that the more the number of valves, the better is DeepSea’s ability to contain blowouts.
However, a higher number of valves increases the chance of a leakage. Therefore, DeepSea is contemplating a
proposal to reduce the number of valves to almost half, by replacing the existing valves (by GoValve) with the
valves sold by SafeValve. A team, tasked with evaluating the proposal, has made some observations, listed
below.
Which of the following observations is the MOST helpful in REJECTING the proposal?

A There is no clear industry standard for the minimum number of valves required at a certain level.

B At Level 1, the chance of a pressure rise is much lesser compared to the other two levels.

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At Level 3, a blowout results in more time consuming and expensive repairs compared to the other two
C
levels.

D The superiority of the SafeValve products is only in terms of preventing leakage, not blowouts.

If a GoValve valve is opened to prevent a blowout, the chance of leakage from the valves within a certain
E
distance increases.

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Read the following scenario and answer the THREE questions that follow.
Comprehension:
A2Z is a state-funded leading engineering college in the country, renowned for its teaching and placements.
Now, A2Z aspires to be a global leader in research as well. A2Z has, therefore, decided to push for better quality
research from its newly recruited faculty members. In the past, a few faculty members were confirmed because
of their exceptional teaching feedback even though their research output was below par. Currently, the Dean, in
consultation with the academic council, has included the quality of research as a mandatory requirement along
with teaching excellence for the confirmation of the newly recruited faculty members. (The academic council
comprises of the senior faculty members from different departments.)
Initially, newly recruited faculty members are put on probation for three years. Either they are confirmed or their
probation is extended or their services are terminated, based on teaching and research contributions. Once
confirmed, their job is secure along with other additional perquisites.
Aparna joined the social sciences department of A2Z two years back. She is amongst the many faculty
members, recruited after the new norms for confirmation were introduced. She completed her doctorate from a
reputed university in the USA, with a significant research contributions. However, after joining A2Z, Aparna got
deeply involved in social outreach asCOVID-19 was spreading. Though her social outreach has given her
immense satisfaction, she has nothing to show against research contributions; further, it has impacted her
teaching effectiveness. Her confirmation is due in a year.
Question 284
One year on, Aparna continues with her social work. Gradually, she gets closer to the end of her probation and
she has not much to show against her teaching and research contributions. However, her social work has been
widely appreciated by the local media. The Chief Minister of the state wants Aparna to take a larger role in
social outreach and assist the government.
The Dean is afraid that not confirming Aparna might prompt her to leave the institution, sending a wrong signal
to the outside world. However, he also wants to send a message to the newly joined faculty members that
teaching and research contributions are essential for confirmation.
Which of the following actions by the Dean is the MOST sustainable given the circumstances?

Confirm Aparna, but freeze her increments and promotions until her research contributions are as per
A
the expected standards

Offer Aparna a five-year contractual position after which she has to leave irrespective of her
B
contributions

C Declare that Aparna’s extraordinary achievement deserves to be treated exceptionally, and confirm her

Extend Aparna’s probation by three years, and tell her that she would have to leave if her research and
D
teaching do not improve in that period

Offer to create a non-teaching position of outreach officer for Aparna, but terminate her from the
E
teaching position

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A Asking CM management to pay same wages to both regular and contract workers.

B Income tax raids in offices of contractors under investigation.

C Setting up a new labour welfare office within CM premises.

Setting up a new committee to make recommendations for changes in labour legislations with an
D
objective to reduce exploitation of contract labourers.

E Use entire government machinery to support CTM, which has an impeccable track record.

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Read the following scenario and answer the THREE questions that follow.
Mr. Singh lived in a sprawling housing society. He employed two part-time domestic helps, Vimla and Sharda.
Vimla was responsible for cleaning and dusting, while Sharda took care of cooking.
Once Sharda fell ill and consequently took leave for three days. When Sharda returned to work, she learned that
Mr. Singh’s gold ring, a gift from his mother, was missing. Suspecting theft, Mr. Singh had terminated Vimla. Mr.
Singh asked Sharda to take additional responsibility of cleaning the house, along with an offer to double her
salary. Sharda accepted the offer as her previous two jobs were lost due to frequent health-related absences.
She was struggling to make ends meet; this offer would go a long way to help her.
Next day, while cleaning under the dressing table, Sharda found the gold ring. Overjoyed, Mr. Singh expressed
his gratitude by presenting Sharda a reward of one thousand rupees! However, he made no mention of
reinstating Vimla.
Question 286
Two months passed, and owing to Sharda’s improved health and dedication, Sharda started working in three
more houses. However, Vimla was dismissed from her jobs in two more houses primarily due to the ring
incident. News of the discovery of the lost ring had not become public, and Sharda wanted to help Vimla.
Sharda is contemplating over possible actions.
Which of the following actions, by Sharda, will BEST help Vimla?

A Confront Mr. Singh about concealing the discovery of the lost ring from the housing society residents.

Inform Vimla that the ring has been found and advise her to demand compensation from Mr. Singh for
B
tarnishing her image.

C Inform as many domestic helps in the housing society as possible that she has found the ring.

D Quit the job at Mr. Singh’s house and ask him to consider offering that job to Vimla.

E Divulge to Vimla’s employers in the housing society that she has found the ring.

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Instructions
Analyse the following caselet and answer the question that follow:

Chatterjee, the MLA of Trikathapur, owes his election success to his close friend and businessman Ghosh. The
victory had appeared unlikely for Chatterjee after the arrival of Bhowmick, a budding politician with hordes of
money. However, his clean image along with Ghosh’s money ensured Chatterjee’s resounding victory.
Question 287
Inspired by Bhowmick’s manifesto, Chatterjee is contemplating a green policy which can adversely affect
Ghosh’s business interest.

Which of the following actions from Ghosh is likely to convince Chatterjee NOT to pursue this policy?

Request Chatterjee to defer implementation of the green policy by 3 years, the time needed to make his
A
factory green.

Remind Chatterjee that it is for his clean image that people voted him and not for Bhowmick’s green
B
policy.

Warn Chatterjee that all industrialists will turn against him and despite his clean image he may be hated
C
by the industry.

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Appeal to Chatterjee’s sympathy citing the potential loss his business will suffer if the policy were to be
D
implemented.

Threaten Chatterjee that he should not take his loyalty for granted as Bhowmick has invited him to join
E
his party.

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Instructions
Analyse the following caselet and answer the questions that follow:

Recently a private food testing agency reported the presence of a harmful chemical in Crunchy Chips, a product
of a fast moving consumer goods giant. The report sparked a nationwide Outcry.
Question 288
Mukesh Routray, a shopkeeper in a remote village was surprised to read in the newspaper, his only source of
information, about harmful chemicals in Crunchy Chips. He had stocked a large quantity of Crunchy Chips for
the forthcoming festive season. He also realized that people in his village are completely unaware of this
controversy. He had the following options:
1. Sell the entire stock at a discount before the news spreads.
2. Destroy the entire stock and advise customers not to buy this product from other shops as well.
3. Donate the entire stock of Crunchy Chips to a local orphanage.
4. Inform customers about the controversy but understate its seriousness.
5. Ignore the news and sell the stock at the forthcoming festive season as planned.
6. Explore the veracity of the report and then take decision

If arranged from ethical to unethical which of the following is DEFINITELY the WRONG order?

A 6, 5, 1

B 6, 1, 4

C 4, 5, 1

D 2, 4, 3

E 2, 4, 1

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Instructions
Answer questions on the basis of information given in the following case.

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across three categories. Furthermore, the number of only Quantitative - oriented electives is same as only Job -
oriented electives, but less than the number of only Grade - oriented electives. Each elective has at least one
registration and there is at least one elective in each category, or combinations of categories.
Question 289
On her way back Simran met her friend Raj and shared the above information. Raj is preparing for XAT and is
only interested in Grade - oriented (G) electives. He wanted to know the number of G - type electives being
offered. Simran replied, “You have all the information. Calculate the number of G - type electives yourself. It
would help your XAT preparation”. Raj calculates correctly and says that there can be _______ possible answers.
Which of the following options would b est fit the blank above?

A 3

B 5

C 8

D 9

E 11

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Instructions
Answer questions based on information that is provided.
Question 290
A group of nine runners will finish the 400 meters race in a certain order. The runners are:
Ashok, Benjamin, Chetan, Divya, Eshant, Girish, Himani, and Irravaty. They all finish at different times, and their
finishing order is as follow:
1.Faneesh finishes before Ashok
2.Divya finishes before Benjamin and Eshant
3.Irravaty finishes after Chetan
4.Girish finishes after Ashok
Which is the best position Girish can finish?

A First

B Second

C Third

D Fourth

E Fifth

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month and challenged the organization’s sole focus on sales to determine salaries. He urged the top
management to include two more additional parameters in determining the salaries of the employees, viz.
collection of information about competitors and the quality of relationship with the retailers.
Question 291
Manohar, the highest earning employee for the last three years, vehemently opposes the GM’s
proposal. Which of the following could be most likely reason for him to oppose the proposal?

A He considers the proposal as a serious threat to his favourable position in Saral Co.

B He is not interested in collecting the information regarding competitors.

C No clarity regarding the relative importance of the three parameters.

D He is not interested in maintaining quality relationship with retailers.

E He may need to work harder to earn the highest salary.

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XAT Previous Papers

Instructions
on the basis of the information given in the following case.

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reputation in the industry, many people wanted to start their careers in BAG. Often young MBAs fresh out of
business schools would apply. However their applications used to be rejected by Mr. Teknikwala, who had a
preference for people with extensive industry experience. Things changed after the unfortunate demise of Mr.
Teknikwala. His daughter Miss. Teknikwali took up the family business. She was an MBA from one of the
premier business schools, and was working in a different company when Mr. Tekinwala passed away. She
preferred that BAG developed new ideas and therefore inducted freshly graduated MBAs from premier business
schools. She personally supervised the recruitment and selection process. Now the entire group constituted of
50 specialists, out of which 35 were the old time members. She also changed the reporting relationships in the
BAG group with some of the older members being made to report to the new members. In IT team, Mr. Shiv, a
newly recruited MBA, was made in-charge. For the older members it was a shock. However, as most of them
were on the verge of retirement, and it would be challenging to search for new jobs while competing with
younger professionals, they decided to play along. After one month, all business units were caught up in the
ERP fever. This was an idea pushed by Ms. Teknikwali who the need the need to replace the old legacy systems
with latest ERP system integrating all the units of Teknik. This was heavily influenced by her experience in the
previous where an ERP system was already up and running. Therefore she was not aware of the difference
between installing an ERP system and working on an already installed one. The ERP mplementation in Teknik
Group required extensive coordination with senior level managers of senior legal experts had agreed to an offer
from a law firm. Other senior members would sporadically come in late to work, citing health reasons. Almost
all senior members now wanted a weekly work-routine to be prepared and given to them in advance so that they
could deliver as per the schedule. This insistence on written communication was a problem as urgent problems
or ad-hoc requests could not be foreseen and included. Also normal services to other business units were being
unattended to, and there were complaints coming from the unit heads.
Question 292
Which of the following could have been a better response of Mr. Shiv to Ms. Teknikwali’s request
to re-schedule the ERP implementation?

Look at industry best practices regarding fast-tracking of ERP projects and then commit to a new
A
deadline.

B Consult the external consultant who was involved with ERP customization and implementation.

C Create a smaller team of all the new recruits of BAG and present the idea to them alone.

D Eliminate the reliance on external consultants as they would be slow.

E Present the idea to BAG members and ask them to look at the feasibility of the entire plan.

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90 minutes and 30 minutes drive from airport and railway station respectively. One has to reach the airport at
least one hour before the scheduled departure to complete the boarding procedure. At every railway station she
loses five minutes in navigating through the crowd.
Question 293
If Tina wants to minimize the total time out of Jamshedpur, the best option for her, from the options given
below, is:

A AI 9810 and return by IT 3347.

B AI 9810 and return by train number 12802.

C IT 3348 and return by AI 9809.

D Train number 12443 and return by train number 12444.

E AI 9810 and return by train number 12444.

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Instructions
Girirajan an unemployed youngster from Kumbakonam, Tamilnadu, visited Singapore where his school friend
worked as software engineer. In Singapore, Girirajan realized that there were a lot of Tamils in “Little India” area.
He soon assessed that there were very few restaurants serving authentic Tamil food and decided to set-up a
restaurant “Giri’s” in “Little India” serving authentic Tamil food in traditional banana leaf. Customers loved the
food. Very soon word spread about the good quality food served in the traditional way. Girirajan expanded
operation recruiting 10 employees, all Tamils.
Six months later, Girirajan realized that a lot of Kannadiga and Telugu customers started visiting the restaurant
along with their Tamil friends. One day, a Kannadiga customer looking for Devangere Benne Dosa suggested
that it may not be a bad idea for Girirajan to serve Karnataka and Andhra cuisines along with Tamil.
With time, the popularity of the reastaurant kept soaring. As a result, a lot of Malays, Indonesians and Chinese
started visiting the restaurant. His software engineer friend advised to cater to customers of all nationalities.
Despite his desire to go grand, Girirajan realized he did not have enough money to get extra space anywhere in
Singapore and banks were also reluctant to lend.
One day, while assessing the business, he realized that the restaurant had 90% occupancy rate during peak
hours and 40% during the non-peak hours. Both figures were increasing with time.
Question 294
Which of the following options would be most suitable for the growth of the business?

A Include Karnataka and Andhra cuisines in the menu.

B Include Indonesian and Chinese in the menu.

C Keep the focus on Tamil food only with an increased focus on quality improvement.

D Expand to include either Karnataka and Andhra cuisines or Indonesian and Chinese cuisines.

E Include Karnataka and Andhra cuisines as well as Indonesian and Chinese.

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Instructions
For the following questions answer them individually
Question 295
Analyse the following caselete and answer the question that follows:
As a newly started organization in the IT sector, Saksha IT is a fast growing 400 employee organization. Its
head, Saksha Kumar believes in building an organization driven by humility. Which of the following policies
would best help him achieve that?

Employees shall, in their annual evaluation form, be asked to acknowledge three of their shortcomings,
A
overcoming which will make them better.

Employees shall be asked to share with their peers three shortcomings they had noticed about their
B
peers.

The immediate superiors would suggest three shortcomings their subordinates have to work on in a
C
given period.

D Everyone beginning with Saksha, shall be asked to share three of their weaknesses, in a public forum.

Employees shall be asked to overcome three shortcomings in the following year. Improvement, if noticed
E
would attract rewards.

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Instructions
Read the following caselet and choose the best alternative:

Prof. Vijya, the chairperson of the Faculty Academic Committee (FAC), was trying to understand the
implications of decisions taken by the Student Placement Committee (SPC) on placement issues.

This allegation confused the members and it was decided to adjourn the meeting. Vijya was to decide on the
next course of action.
Question 296
If you were Vijya what in your opinion would be the most appropriate action?

Debar Biswajit and the President of SPC from the placement process as they have failed to uphold the
A
rules of the SPC.

B Suspend Biswajit and the President of SPC.

Constitute a fact finding committee to investigate the matter and ask them to submit a report to you
C
with in week's time.

D Apprise the corporate recruiters of the situation and assure them that corrective actions will be taken.

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E Both options C and D.

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Instructions
Read the following caselet and choose the best alternative
A teacher wanted to administer a multiple choice (each question having six choices) based quiz of high
difficulty level to a class of sixty students. The quiz had sixty questions. The probability of selecting the correct
answer for a good student and a brilliant student was 0.2 and 0.25 respectively. The poor students had no
learning advantage. The teacher did not want students to cheat but does not have time and resources to
monitor. All students were seated serially in 10 rows and 6 columns.
Question 297
Is it possible for the teacher to detect cheating without monitoring? Choose the statement that best describes
your opinion:

A It is not at all possible; teacher will have to introduce technology if there is no human support.

B It is always possible; but teacher has to calculate the exact answer.

It is possible when many students sitting next to each other have the same incorrect answers for
C
multiple questions. However, there can be a small error in judgment.

It is possible when many students sitting next to each other have the same correct answers for multiple
D
questions. However, there can be a small error in judgment.

It is possible only for poor students but not for good and brilliant students. However, there can be a small
E
error in judgment.

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XAT Decision Making Mock Tests

Instructions
Read the following scenario and answer the three questions that follow.
Ashraf has been working at a cybersecurity company called NuTech Pvt. Ltd. for seven years. Having missed a
promotion in the previous appraisal cycle, Ashraf is anxious about it in the upcoming cycle. Ashraf is aware that
the HR head is meeting the top management to discuss promotions sometime soon. (At NuTech, the HR head
recommends names for promotions to the top management based on inputs from the functional teams.)
On a Friday afternoon, Ashraf receives an email from Sridevi, the HR head. It reads, “Hi, I need an urgent favour
from you; please respond if you are free.” It was the first time that Sridevi ever contacted him. Surprised, Ashraf
immediately replies back saying, “Sure! How can I help you, Sridevi? Regards, Ashraf.” In a couple of minutes, he
receives a reply: “Ashraf, I am in the middle of an important meeting, but have to urgently send gift vouchers
worth ₹50,000 to one of our important clients. If you could, please purchase and send the gift vouchers to the
email address given below, at the earliest.” Ashraf , without any delay, sends gift vouchers worth ₹50,000 to the
given email address.
Question 298
Ashraf does not hear anything from Sridevi in the next few days. Anxious, he meets up with Sridevi and enquires
if the gift vouchers were appreciated by the client. This surprises Sridevi who closely scrutinises Ashraf’s emails
and discovers that they originated from sridevi@nutich.com, instead of sridevi@nutech.com, her official email
ID.
Taken aback, Ashraf requests Sridevi’s help in getting compensated by the company for his ₹50,000 loss.
Sridevi asks Ashraf to justify his compensation demand. Ashraf gives the following reasons:

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1. I erred; however, my financial rectitude is on record.
2. I acted in the greater interest of the company.
3. The spam mail reached my inbox due to the failure of the company’s email filter.
4. A NuTech employee, who was robbed of ₹20,000 of company’s cash, was not punished.
5. In the past, some of my acquaintances had been similarly duped.
Which of the abovementioned reasons, in a combination, will BEST help Sridevi take up the issue with the top
management?
A 2, 3, 4

B 1, 2, 3

C 2, 3, 5

D 1, 2, 4

E 3, 4, 5

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Marathe called upon Gore, another project manager, and sought further information on Kale. Gore recalled that
a former colleague, Lakhote (who was also Kale's former boss) had made a few remarks on his appraisal report
about Kale. In his opinion, Kale was not fit for further promotion as he was emotionally unstable to work in
groups though he had seven years of work experience. Lakhote had described Kale as too authoritative to work
under anyone. Lakhote had further told Gore that Kale had an ailing wife, and an old mother, who does not want
to stay with his wife.
Question 299
Consider the following solutions to the problem mentioned above:
1. Marathe should transfer Kale to Chennai office
2. Marathe should try and verify the facts from other sources as well
3. Kale should be sacked
4. Kale should be demoted
5. Marathe should suggest Kale to visit a family counselor

Which of the following statements, if true, would weaken the decision to sack Kale the most?

A Government of India study established that employees with 5-10 years of work experience tend to
A have conflicting responsibilities at home and office. However, these conflicts wither away after 10 years
of experience.

Another article published in the magazine, Xaviers Quarterly, highlighted that employees' problems at
B
home affect their performance at work

In the latest issue of a reputed journal, Xaviers Business Review, it was published that most top
C
managers find it difficult to work in a group.

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It was published in Xaviers Management Review (another reputed journal) that individuals who cannot
D
work in teams find it difficult to adjust to a new location.

Bhonsle was of the opinion that emotionally unstable persons find it difficult to get back to normal
E
working life.

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Instructions
Read the following scenario and answer the THREE questions that follow.
During the floods of 2018-2019, a group of philanthropists led by Niyabuddin, wished to open free food centre
for the needy. Their motto was that “no human should be hungry.” Nothing gives more satisfaction to the
philanthropists than to see the hungry eat to the fullest.
Post Covid-19, the group started a food centre by the name Win Borne Life Care Food (WBLCF) in a small town
called Palakkad. The centre started gaining popularity as the number of people enjoying free meals increased
over time. Initially, WBLCF offered a standardized menu consisting of idli, upma, puttu for breakfast, curd rice
for lunch, and idli or upma for supper. Six women were employed by WBLCF to prepare all the meals. As the
number of diners increased, they started expecting a variety in the menu. At WBLCF, not all the diners eat "free":
while two-thirds of diners get free food, one-third would donate some amount to a transparent charity box kept
at the entrance. For example, a man donated Rs. 500 after consuming two idlis, and a woman approached
Niyabuddin and inquired about donating 10 kilogrammes of rice. Those who could not afford to donate, were
often seen prostrating worshipfully in front of the charity box. Some caring individuals made monetary donation
while others donated rice, fruits and vegetables to WBLCF. Further, the centre received enquiries from many
locals on how they could contribute to the cause.
As the centre was lauded for its philanthropic work by people of the town, Niyabuddin intended to replicate the
initiative in the nearby districts. However, he is concerned about the cost that goes into running the centre.
Almost 75 percent of the donated amount goes into buying the cooking ingredients, while the rest goes into
paying salaries, operations and maintenance costs.
Question 300
Niyabuddin wanted to conserve local recipes that can be used to prepare mouth-smacking dishes for the
diners.
Which of the following could be the BEST way to conserve local recipes?

A Hold a weekly competition for the best local dish and get it judged and documented by local volunteers

Request a lady once a week in Palakkad to cook food at WBLCF on voluntary basis and document the
B
recipes

C Tie up with one of food delivery partners to help them document the recipes

D Tie-up with the chef of the best restaurant in Palakkad to document recipes

Ask free diners to contribute towards one recipe for a dish and give them the responsibility to document
E
it

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Instructions
Go through the following scenario and answer the THREE questions that follow.

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Question 301
Which of the following is the MOST volatile activity for the chef?

A G

B B

C C

D H

E E

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The CEO was apprehensive of hiring visually impaired candidates; she was not sure about the feasibility of
accommodating them in the current setting. Moreover, Arti was unsure as to how the visually impaired could
contribute meaningfully to the organization. (* A person, with a vision impairment in a range of 60-100 percent,
is referred to as a visually impaired person. A person with 100 percent vision impairment cannot see at all.)
Question 302
The following arguments were presented to Arti about the candidates with vision impairment:
1.Visually impaired can do some activities better than the normal people and hence complement other
employees.
2.Visually impaired can motivate other employees to work harder.
3. Visually impaired can act as a role model for other disadvantaged people in the society
4. Visually impaired can work harder to prove themselves
5. Hiring visually impaired people may enhance organizational reputation which may consequently lead to
better sales.
6. Visually impaired have to be paid 20 percent extra salary.
From the above arguments, which of the following options indicate that CEO’s apprehensions are misplaced?

A 1,2,3,4,5 Only

B 1,2,3,4,5&6

C 1,2,3,4 Only

D 1,2,4,6 Only

E 1,2,4,5 Only

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Instructions
Read the following scenario and answer the TWO questions that follow.
The CEO of the Jamshedpur Tea Factory (JTF) was in a quandary over employees skipping work. It was
becoming increasingly difficult for him to identify employees who faked illness to skip work. The work of the
employees was complex and intricate, and they had to report to eight supervisors. “Faking illness” made it
difficult for JTF to judiciously decide on “Promotion” and “Training” of employees. An employee could only be
promoted on the completion of a multi-skilling training program. Further, to be nominated for the training
program, an employee must be recommended by a minimum of six supervisors. JTF wanted to promote only
sincere and deserving employees.
Question 303
The CEO was thinking of changing the policy regarding leave, training & promotion.
Which of the following will be the MOST efficient course of action for JTF and yet be fair to the employees?

A Let supervisors decide on the leave of an employee.

B Let the CEO office decide on promotion but each supervisor will decide on the leave.

C Let the CEO office decide on the leave as well as promotions.

D Let status quo continue

E Let the CEO office decide on leave but supervisors will recommend promotions

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Instructions
Read the following scenario and answer the THREE questions that follow.
In recent years, complaints of sexual harassment at “Fair Consulting” had increased exponentially. Fair
Consulting had a gender-neutral, anti-sexual harassment policy and a committee to adjudicate on complaints.
During the hearing of complaints, allegations and counter-allegations would fly thick and fast. This made it
difficult for the adjudicating committee to conclusively decide on the complaints.
Question 304
Of late, the adjudicating committee received a complaint from a junior female consultant. Her immediate boss
cracked a bawdy joke about her in the office tuck shop. When the committee probed the alleged misconduct,
they identified an independent witness. She agreed to give her testimony to the committee: however, she was
unsure if she would like to be identified either by the complainant or the accused. The convenor of the
committee was confused about the stance to be taken on the witness’s concern.
Which of the following will be the BEST stance to be taken by the
convenor?

The convenor should ensure that the witness identifies herself because both the accused and the
A
complainant must identify themselves.

The convenor should ensure that witness identify herself as it will ensure that she will not present
B
frivolous proof related to the inquiry

The convenor should not let witness’s identity be revealed as it might expose her to a threat either from
C
the respondent or the accused.

The convenor should not allow witness’s identity to be revealed as either the accused or the complainant
D
can use the witness’s arguments to their advantage

The convenor should not allow witness’s identity to be revealed because complainant can sabotage the
E
inquiry process.

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Instructions
Read the following scenario and answer the THREE questions that follow.
Comprehension:
Raghubir, a reputed doctor, practices medicine in a tier-three city. He owns an importedSUV which he bought 10
years ago, using his hard- earned savings of nearly 5 years.Initially, he used to take it for long rides, but for the
last 6-7 years, he only commutes to hisclinic, a 10-minute drive from his home.
The SUV has been his proud possession but it demands high maintenance. Also, thediesel-guzzling SUV does
not comply with the new emission norms being introduced in thetier-one and tier-two cities. Of late, a few
newspapers reported that the new emission normsmay be introduced in tier-three cities as well. This news has
worried Raghubir.
Question 305
Anya, Raghubir’s daughter, works in a metro city. She is concerned about privatetransport emissions and is
unhappy with her father’s diesel-guzzling SUV. Thoughshe wants her father to be more environmentally
responsible, she is aware that anydrastic suggestion might attract strong resistance. Hence, she wants a
solution,acceptable to Raghubir, that gently dissuades him from using his SUV on a dailybasis.
Which of the following actions by Anya will BEST dissuade Raghubir from using hisSUV on a daily basis?

A Request Raghubir to use public transport for his daily commute, and use the SUVsparingly

B Ask his mechanic to explore if the SUV can be retrofitted with a CNG kit

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C Take away Raghubir’s SUV to the metro city and gift him a new SUV

D Gift Raghubir a small petrol car and convince him to sell his SUV

E Ask Raghubir’s secretary to ferry him to the clinic daily in her car, except for the weekends

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Question 306
The new emission norms are about to get implemented in tier-three cities, andRaghubir’s city will follow suit
shortly. Hence, Raghubir starts exploring options ofbuying an electric vehicle (EV). He lists the following factors
that will guide him onbuying an electric car:
P. EVs within Raghubir’s budget can cover his daily commute, but not the long rides.
Q. A new electric SUV in the market, within his budget, nearly has the same look andfeel of his present SUV.
R. EVs cannot be driven beyond a speed of 70 kmph.
S. New charging stations on the main highway, connecting his city to the closestmetro city, may come up in
another year.
T. The only shop, selling EVs in his city, is ready to trade in Raghubir’s SUV at areasonable price.
The above listed factors have been arranged in a DECREASING order of influence inthe options given below.
Which of the following options will BEST help Raghubir buy an electric vehicleimmediately?

A TQRPS

B QRTPS

C QTPSR

D TQRSP

E SPTQR

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Important Formulas for XAT Download PDF

Instructions
Read the following scenario and answer the THREE questions that follow.
Comprehension:
Fundamental Research in Science for Corporate Applications (FuRSCA) is an R&D unit ofa Public Sector
Undertaking (PSU). FuRSCA’s employees are research scientists whoassist the Public Sector Undertaking
through their R&D. Given the far-reaching implicationsof its research, FuRSCA was established as a separate
entity near the factory of the PSU. FuRSCA has three levels of hierarchy viz.: junior, senior and chief scientists
and all of themreside on the campus. Hence, every scientist, regardless of hierarchy, resides in a housethat is
similar in all aspects. Though the scientists are entitled to a house rent allowance(HRA), given the distance of
FuRSCA from the city, housing them on the campus makes sense.
The new recruits are provided a transit accommodation in the institute’s studio apartments,until vacant houses
are available. For these recruits, a queue has been created on thebasis of their date of joining and not on
hierarchy, with the most recent recruit going to thelast in the queue. Execution of this policy is the responsibility
of the FuRSCA ChiefAdministrative Officer (CAO), who reports to the Director of FuRSCA.
Question 307
Harsh Kohli resides in house no. 324. Since long, Harsh wants to move from a 3series house to a 2 series
house because his mother-in-law, a chief scientist, livesalone in house no. 225. A few years back, Harsh
formally requested the CAO to allowhim to move to a 2 series house whenever available. Recently, when house

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no. 224becomes vacant, Harsh appeals to the CAO for that house, citing his earlier request.Currently, there are
five scientists waiting in the queue and Sauf Tangud is on thetop of the queue.
From the following options, choose the BEST action to be taken by the CAO withoutviolating the existing
housing policy.
A Allot house no. 224 to Sauf, asking Harsh to negotiate a possible swap with Sauf

B Ask Harsh to join the queue because scientists in the queue should be given priority

C Ignore Harsh’s request since it violates the housing policy

D Ask Harsh to move to the house no. 224 immediately, and allocate Harsh’s house toSauf

E Create a separate queue for extant residents and give them the first right to refuse

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Question 308
Of late, the CAO has received several requests from the residents of 3 series housesto move to other series
houses. The CAO is aware that this is largely because oftheir own noisy factory nearby. Due to limited housing
available on the campus, hemust do something before the problem worsens. He wants to find a solution
thatmakes the lives of 3 series residents more comfortable.
Which of the following actions can BEST help the CAO in achieving his goal?

A Provide 3 series residents with a hardship allowance of 15% of basic salary

B Offer a higher HRA to 3 series residents, nudging them to move to the city

C Introduce a policy of accelerated promotion for junior scientists living in 3 series quarters

D Appeal to the top management to make the factory work for only five days a week

E Install expensive sound proof windows in the 3 series quarters

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Instructions
Read the following scenario and answer the THREE questions that follow.
Comprehension:
Dileep Dosan sells dosas in front of an upscale hospital at a city in Punjab. He only sells two varieties of dosas:
plain for ₹25 and masala for ₹40.
His dosa stall is popular amongst the hospital staff members, who mostly hail from South India and form his
core clientele. They frequently visit his stall during office hours as they find his dosas to be reasonably priced.
Though the hospital staff members can visit the upscale food court on the top floor of the hospital, they prefer
his stall for breakfast and lunch, and even for occasional evening snacks. His daily sale volume varies between
300 and 400 dosas, in which the demand for masala dosas is around 50-60%.
Question 309
On the first anniversary of his stall at the food court, Dileep reviews his customer base. Almost all of his
customers are the hospital staff members. Though he wishes to serve the general visitors at the hospital, they
avoid his stall. On enquiring, he discovers that visitors generally avoid his stall because it is majorly frequented
by the hospital staff members, giving it a feel of a staff canteen.
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revenue by a considerable amount.
Which of the following options can BEST help Dileep in discouraging hospital staff members from visiting his
stall while increasing his overall revenue?
A Charge the hospital staff members a premium to offset the losses due to their presence

B Request the hospital management to prohibit hospital staff from entering the food court

C Introduce a massive discount on price for the next two months to increase the footfall

Appeal to the hospital management to give a space in the staff room where an exclusive dosa counter
D
can be set up by Dileep

Provide a discount to those hospital staff members who order on phone, and deliverfood in their
E
staffroom

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Instructions
Read the following scenario and answer the THREE questions that follow.
Comprehension:
Sundaresan was a professor of Corporate Responsibility at a premium management institution. As a
requirement of his course, students had to synthesize sustainability challenges, faced by thermal power
companies and submit an assignment on them. Though it was an individual assignment, some students sought
permission from Sundaresan to work on the assignment as a team. Sundaresan knew that collaboration fosters
peer learning, and therefore, allowed them to work in teams. However, he mandated that a team should not
exceed three members. While 15 students elected to work individually, another 15 formed teams of three each,
and another 10 formed teams of two members each.
Question 310
As assignment deadline came closer, Sundaresan was approached by Abbas Warram, who chose to work in a
team of three members. He informed Sundaresan that Venkamma, his team member, distressed by the death of
her grandmother, could not work on her bit of the assignment. Abbas requested for a deadline extension so that
she could finish her part of the assignment. By then, many students who were working alone had already
submitted their assignments.
Which of the following actions by Sundaresan is the MOST appropriate, given the circumstances?

Give extra time to Venkamma to work individually and ask the other two to stick to the original deadline
A
as a team

B Extend the deadline for the team while imposing a one-grade penalty for the deadline extension

Warn Abbas that such issues should not be flagged to the professor and should be handled within the
C
team

D Give the students a deadline extension, but add an extra assignment for the team as a new requirement

E Disband the team and ask each student to work individually

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Sundaresan was going through the submitted assignments. Team 9, with three members, had impressive
exhibits and charts. Later, he discovered that Team 13, with three members, also had the same exhibits and
charts. He realized that one of the teams had copied from the other. Hence, he informed both the teams that he
would award an F-grade (fail grade) to both the teams for copying.
Later that evening, Aashi from Team 9 called and admitted to sharing exhibits and charts with Aanvi of Team13.
Further, she mentioned that Aanvi could not put enough efforts since she lost significant amount of time due to
COVID-19. Therefore, Aanvi requested for help. However, Aanvi assured Aashi that she would not reproduce the
shared content. Aashi requested Sundaresan to punish her and Aanviand spare others as they were not
involved.
Which of the following actions by Sundaresan is the MOST appropriate?
A Ask both the teams to work on an extra assignment to avoid an F-grade.

B Award an F-grade to both Aashi and Aanvi, and spare others

C Spare both the teams as such a confession is rare

D Punish Aanvi with an F-grade and spare others

E Punish both the teams by giving F-grades

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Answers
1.E 2.C 3.E 4.B 5.E 6.E 7.D 8.C
9.C 10.C 11.E 12.A 13.D 14.C 15.B 16.E
17.A 18.B 19.C 20.C 21.E 22.E 23.E 24.D
25.C 26.C 27.C 28.C 29.C 30.E 31.E 32.B
33.A 34.D 35.E 36.C 37.B 38.D 39.E 40.E
41.A 42.E 43.B 44.B 45.D 46.B 47.A 48.D
49.E 50.A 51.E 52.E 53.B 54.C 55.B 56.A
57.C 58.E 59.B 60.A 61.D 62.B 63.A 64.C
65.E 66.C 67.C 68.B 69.A 70.C 71.A 72.A
73.B 74.E 75.D 76.D 77.E 78.D 79.D 80.E
81.E 82.C 83.B 84.A 85.C 86.D 87.E 88.B
89.C 90.B 91.E 92.C 93.E 94.C 95.C 96.D
97.A 98.D 99.A 100.A 101.A 102.A 103.B 104.D
105.C 106.D 107.E 108.C 109.B 110.A 111.E 112.D
113.B 114.B 115.D 116.A 117.C 118.D 119.A 120.D
121.B 122.D 123.D 124.C 125.C 126.C 127.D 128.D
129.D 130.C 131.D 132.D 133.C 134.E 135.C 136.C
137.A 138.D 139.E 140.B 141.C 142.E 143.A 144.A
145.E 146.B 147.B 148.B 149.A 150.C 151.D 152.D
153.B 154.E 155.C 156.E 157.A 158.E 159.E 160.D
161.C 162.E 163.E 164.D 165.A 166.D 167.B 168.A
169.E 170.D 171.D 172.E 173.A 174.E 175.B 176.B
177.E 178.D 179.D 180.C 181.D 182.E 183.C 184.E
185.D 186.B 187.B 188.B 189.B 190.D 191.E 192.D

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193.B 194.D 195.D 196.A 197.B 198.D 199.B 200.B
201.B 202.E 203.B 204.E 205.A 206.D 207.B 208.A
209.B 210.E 211.E 212.A 213.C 214.A 215.B 216.E
217.E 218.E 219.E 220.B 221.E 222.A 223.C 224.A
225.C 226.B 227.A 228.D 229.C 230.C 231.E 232.D
233.C 234.B 235.E 236.E 237.E 238.A 239.B 240.B
241.A 242.E 243.B 244.B 245.E 246.A 247.B 248.D
249.D 250.B 251.C 252.D 253.E 254.A 255.A 256.E
257.E 258.C 259.A 260.A 261.A 262.D 263.E 264.D
265.C 266.C 267.C 268.E 269.A 270.A 271.A 272.E
273.D 274.C 275.B 276.D 277.B 278.C 279.C 280.D
281.A 282.E 283.C 284.D 285.D 286.E 287.B 288.B
289.B 290.C 291.E 292.E 293.B 294.C 295.D 296.C
297.C 298.B 299.C 300.A 301.A 302.A 303.E 304.C
305.E 306.C 307.D 308.E 309.E 310.C 311.E

Explanations
1. E
The reader doesn't believe the numbers published by Samsung. He says without accurate self-reporting of
actual sales to the end users, none of these market share charts are correct. The reader wants more objective
data to be released by the companies.
The answer is option E.

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2. C
Since HR needs to ensure that the selection of a new driver does not lead to discontent among the senior
employees of the firm, Bal Singh will be the most likely candidate to be rejected by him.
Thus, the correct option is C.

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3. E
The situation is not so complex as to involve senior management. Statement 1 is unsuitable.
Nicky is not a top performing employee. Statement 2 is not valid.
Statement 4 is not appropriate because they are doing their primary work well.
Statements 3 and 5 are best in the interest of the company.
Hence, option E is the correct answer.

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4. B
The total cost incurred =50 Cr
The earning = 100× 1/2 + 20× 1/2=60 Cr.
Hence the net profit=10 Cr.

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5. E

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According to the given paragraph, coffee intake is indirectly proportional to suicidal tendency, i.e. when caffeine
intake is low the risk of suicide is higher and decreases with the increase of coffee intake. Graph should be
similar to the graph of xy = c.

The answer is option E.

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6. E
The minister has stated that the loss is notional and in reality, the projects have benefited everyone. Options C
and D talk about actual losses. The minister has not made any statement regarding the loss. Therefore, we can
eliminate options C and D. Options A and B talk about notional losses. Again, notional losses should not be a
factor deciding whether a project should be implemented or not. We can eliminate options A and B as well.
None of the given statements are valid inferences and hence, option E is the right answer.

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7. D
From the statements of minister and his answers to the questions raised by the Head of the nation, it is clear
that the minister has allocated resources following the rules set by the government and there is no partiality or
irregularities have taken place. So, Media has wrongly accused Minister.
Option A is wrong as we can't define a boundary to media.
There is no support to validate claims in option B.
Option C is wrong.
Option D is correct answer.

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8. C
Purushottam was giving a discount for the loyalty of those customers. Thus, the statements which show that
they are not loyal to the shop should convince him.
Statement 1 can be rejected as the financial status of the customers does not matter in this case.
Statements 3 and 4 can also be rejected as it still does not cast a doubt on their loyalty to the shop.
Statements 2 and 5 together show that the customers are not very loyal to the shop.
Hence, the answer it option C.

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9. C
Lacking communication skills is a serious deterrent to advancement in one's career. Thus, observation 1 will be
a substantial argument against Ashraf's promotion. The same is true for perception skills. So, option 2 will be a
good follow-up. The latter observation can be further exacerbated by Ashraf's role in the email filter team, as it
will build a case against his competence. Thus, observations 1, 2, 3 will put forth a very serious case against
Ashraf's advancement aspirations.
Observations 4 and 5 put forth a case in Ashraf's favour as it shows his proactiveness and aspirations. Thus, 4
and 5 can be discarded.
Thus, the correct option will be C.

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10. C
Option A can be eliminated as Saradeep recently had an anxiety attack so even if Sandeep shared all
happenings of the day with Saradeep he might not do so due to health concerns. Kesar being paranoid about
family is no reason for Sandeep to not tell Saradeep about his offer so option B is eliminated. Option D is
eliminated because walking four kilometres does not indicate if Saradeep has anxiety issues or not. Saradeep
might regard Law as respectable profession but may still want Sandeep to go for business studies so option E
is also eliminated. If Option C is true then Sandeep must tell Saradeep otherwise there is change that Saradeep
might stop talking to Sandeep again and that will be not good for both of them also there might again be
anxiety problem with Saradeep.

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11. E
Taapsi will not be a suitable choice as she is already heading another plant and also the travelling will take too
much time. Dhanush has been with the organisation for three years only so Saradeep will not be comfortable in
making him the plant head. Sandeep will join law school in 10 months so he is also not a good choice as after
that he would have to leave the plant. Suhasini is Kesar's wife so Saradeep will definitely trust her but since she
has been a homemaker for fifteen years so she is not a good choice to head the plant. Surendra is the best
choice as has been the deputy head of their largest plant so he will know the workings of the plant throughly
and besides that he has been with the organisation for 30 years which means that Saradeep will definitely trust
him.

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12. A
If the clients do not appreciate strategic discussions with fresh recruits then Himaja cannot be in a client facing
role and moreover she wont think that Nirmal has under estimated her or treated her badly.

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13. D
TRACT's main concern is that the celebrity might terminate his contract with Wadiya because of the social
media backlash. So, the option which will show TRACT that the celebrity is not affected by the backlash will put
them at ease.
Options A, B and C do not help TRACT as it does not mention that the help to the poor is being done in Wadiya.
The celebrity could do that in any country.
Option E might increase the backlash against the celebrity and which might change his mind about the
contract.

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Option D states that the celebrity has signed another contract with a state which has a similar leader as Wadiya.
This shows that the celebrity has no problems with being associated with countries like Wadiya and is not
concerned about the backlash. This also shows that the celebrity will most likely stay associated with Wadiya
which is the result that TRACT wants.
Hence, the answer is option D.

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14. C
For any organisation with regular employees, it is not feasible, professional, and fair to offer memberships to
contractual workers succumbing to their pressure. But in the case of an already escalated situation in CTM with
the contractual workers, they have to woo them by representing their interests in order to halt any advent of a
new union.
Thus, the correct option is C.

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15. B
Option A does not provide any reason for the argument mentioned.
Option B is correct as damaging others' properties without any reason and justification is unethical.
Option C is correct but the reason mentioned is not valid. According to option C, any activity performed in a
peaceful manner would be ethical but this is not true.
Option D mentions about the legality of the activity but the question asks whether these activities are ethical.
Option E is extreme and cannot be true.
Hence, option B is the correct answer.

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16. E
We cannot predict the future performance using the past records. Therefore, any option that stresses on the
track record to allay the fear can be eliminated.

Options A, B, C, and D use the past performance as a tool to assert that the person will perform well. Therefore,
we can eliminate these options. Only option E states that Sayed has an option to exclude the new joinee's
performance. Even if Palani fails to perform, Sayed will not have to bear the brunt for the same. Therefore,
option E will encourage Sayed to provide Palani with a chance and hence, option E is the right answer.

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17. A
Mr. Charan was selected as he was considered to be academically gifted with impressive leadership skills, even
though he had less experience than Mr. Rana. The best way to handle the issue raised by Rana would be to
empathize with him and state that the process was fair. Option D and E would be too rude and unprofessional
as Mr. Rana has every right to voice his grievance. Option B does not help in resolving the situation. Moreover, it
is too ‘bureaucratic’ in nature. Option C is not a better option when compared to option A as it does not provide
Mr. Rana with details of the assessment which would help him in his understanding of the situation.
Hence, the correct answer is option A.

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18. B
Since the turnover of applicants is already quite high, investing money on designing an attractive advertisement
would be redundant. Note that 4 talks about an 'attractive' investment and not an appropriate advertisement,
and hence, would not be suitable. Thus, we need to order 1,2,3 and 3 now, as these are better than 4, which is
directly eliminated.
1. The problem here is to sift the candidates from such a large pool. Since 1 does not provide a way to do that,
and advises to go the long route, it would not be that effective.
2. Filtering the candidates, in the beginning, would ensure that only the right and motivated candidate make it to
the interview. Hence, 2 would be the most effective.
3. Following the last year's procedure would be the least effective as it might not be prepared to deal with the
increased influx of applications.
Thus the decreasing order of effectiveness would be 2, 1, 3.

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19. C
The Public Relations Department has spent only 4 crores of its allocated 16 crores on publicity. There can be
very little justification for any increase in advertising budget. However, if the organization has a new major
scheme for immediate implementation, it would require substantial publicity. This can be the only reason for an
increase in the advertising budget. The other alternatives do not provide a valid reason for the increase.
Hence, the correct answer is option C

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20. C
Being the Sports Minister, it is important for Thakur Raja to act in anon-partisan manner. Based on this, we can
eliminate option A, D and E. Between option B and C, the latter offers a better reason for Raja to decide in favor
of the IRA. If the next World cup is scheduled to be held in a country which has made DTC mandatory, the team
that does not undergo such tests may be barred from playing. Hence, option C presents the best argument for
Raja to decide in favor of the IRA.
Hence, the correct answer is option C.

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21. E
Strategy 1 will lead to the customers moving to the competition. The objective is to keep the customers
engaged with the company. Hence, this can be dismissed.
Strategy 2 is unethical as it tells the dealers to be dishonest to their customers.
Strategy 3 is a valid one as it will keep the awareness of the "limo" among the public.
Strategy 4 is also a valid one as it will allow the company to start shipping the cars quickly and the company
can retain their customers.
Strategy 5 is also a valid one as the company needs the manufacturing plants to make the cars after procuring
the parts.
Strategy 6 can be dismissed as it might lead to other manufacturing plants creating unrest for higher pay.
Thus, the valid strategies are 3, 4 and 5.
Hence, the answer is option E.

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22. E
It is given that he wants to focus on his job. This infers that he is prioritising his work and doesn't want to
neglect the same. He also came to the office early to assist in the presentation. All these indicate that he is very
particular about his job and doesn't want to complicate things.
The answer is option E.

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23. E
It will be very prudent for the CTM management to make the contract labourers their immediate priority as it
can stop the escalation of a very serious and self-sabotaging issue in its tracks. As it was only one contract
labour who was beaten up by the security, the issue is still in a very early stage.
Thus, the correct option is E.

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24. D
"Ethical - a person is called unethical when he deviates from principles. The principles and their use is often
guided by two
definitions: Moral: society's code for individual survival Ethics: An individual's code for society survival".
In this situation, the case presented by Naresh was moral, as it was necessary for his survival, and to some
extent, it puts the onus of the issue on him rather than his society; he can be considered ethical to some extent.
While for Srikumar, nothing can be commented on as there is not enough data to comment on his ethics.
Thus, the correct option is D.

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25. C
Confirming Aparna will send a contradictory message to the new recruits about the teaching and research
policy of the institute. Hence, options B and E are eliminated.
Firing Aparna or talking about her poor performance will put the institute in a negative shadow, and thus,
options A and D will be eliminated.
Option C shows the institute's readiness to hire Aparna as well as its determination to uphold the teaching and
research policy.
Hence, the answer is option C.

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26. C
Option E doesn’t address the question. Proving that her father is misconstrued doesn’t showcase the daughter’s
unique identity.
Option A - the current affairs need not necessarily be relevant in this cause.
Option B - going totally against her father - discrediting him to get a job would be unethical.

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D is an illogical step.
By showcasing on social media the accolades and awards she received in her college, Pragati can
communicate to the corporates that she has an identity of her own.
Answer is option C.

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27. C
As the school is facing an immediate cash crunch, it should cut down on expenses and try to bolster the cash
receivable. It should take all steps that are in their hands - asking others for money will take time and would not
be entirely in their hands. So the first 2 steps should be Q and R as it would help the immediate situation.
Moreover, R alone will not be effective. It needs to couple the threat with S to highlight the seriousness of the
situation.
Step P would be helpful, but getting grants during financial crises is unlikely and would take a lot of time.
Similarly, filling a new section to get money is unlikely to work when school is online and people are struggling.
Hence, P and T should be last in priority as they are unlikely to work.

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28. C
Since all three of them have started liking ABC and have also promised to do their best, they deserve a second
chance. So, the statements, in which giving them a second chance is not mentioned, are incorrect. We are left
with three choices. As they have not done a good job, they also deserve a poor rating. So, the most appropriat
option would be to give them poor rating, then average rating and at last, high ratings. Thus, 4-2-5 is the correct
order.
Hence, option C is the correct answer.

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29. C
Statement 1 and statement 2 have no relevance to the scheme. Statement 4 cannot be an effect of the
mentioned scheme. Statement 3 can be a valid reason for discontinuing the scheme. Government can claim
that people, being highly motivated by incentives, are concentrating more on quantity than quality.
Hence, option C is the correct answer.

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30. E
From the information we can conclude that there are at least 2 engineers and 1 doctor. Also there are more than
2 teachers. Hence, there is only one possibility when there are 3 teachers, 2 engineers and 1 doctor. It is given
that two engineers are from Bangalore and Chennai. It is given that 1 teacher is from Kochi.
Also, the profession of the person who is from Kolkata is same as that of the person who got down at Mughal
Sarai. Both of these persons can be teacher only. We are given that the doctor is not from Mumbai. Hence, we
can say that the doctor is from Hyderabad.
Also the age of the teacher who hail from Kochi = 31 + 4 = 35 years. Tabulating the information,

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We also know that one of two teacher who hail from Kochi and Mumbai got down at Mughal Sarai. Also it is
given that the person who got down at Mughal Sarai is less than 34 years old. Hence, we can say that the
person who hail from Mumbai got down at Mughal Sarai whose age is between 31 to 34.

It is also given that when the teachers are arranged in increasing order of age, the middle person is as old as
the engineer from Chennai.
We know that the teacher from Kolkata is the eldest among all. Hence, we can say that the engineer from
Chennai is as old as teacher from Kochi. Also, the engineer from Bangalore is older than the engineer from
Chennai. Hence, we can say that the engineer from Bangalore is older than 35 years old.

It is given that the person from Bangalore, Chennai, Hyderabad and Mumbai got down at four different stations.
The eldest among these four got down at Koderma and the youngest at Kanpur. We can see that the person
who hail from Bangalore is the eldest the person from Hyderabad is the youngest. Hence, they will get down at
Koderma and Kanpur respectively.
Also, the person who got down at New Delhi is older than the person who got down at Mughal Sarai. Hence, we
can say that the person who hail from Chennai got down at New Delhi.

From the options, we can check that option E is the correct answer.

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31. E

From the table, we can see that 2 managers have preferred room no 301 and same is true for room no. 302.
Hence, only one out of the two manager will get his/her preferred choice as room no. 301. The same is true for
room no 302. Room no. 303 will be be straightaway allocated to M3. 302 can allocated to M4 and 301 can be
allocated to M6. Then 304 and 305 can be allocated to M1 and M5 respectively.
Hence, the minimum sum of the preference ranking allotted to all five managers = 1+1+1+3+3 = 9. Hence,
option E is the correct answer.

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32. B
Results have been favourable 70% of times and success rate of products favourably tested was 80%.
Further, when test marketing results were unfavourable i.e. 30 %; the products have been successful 30% of the
times.

The probability of product failure if Reddy and Rao decide to test market it= 7/10× 2/10 + 3/10× 7/10=35/100
=0.35

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33. A
The given paragraph refers to two different aspects of work and how professional training makes their work
systematic, but there is no update on trajectories. The main idea is that we cannot simultaneously achieve two
different aspects of a single entity. Among the given options, the same idea is reflected in option A.
The answer is option A.

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34. D
Option A is too extreme because both the Government as well as local people want development.
Option B is also extreme because forgetting about the environment would be disastrous and Bhola does not
want that.
Between option C and option D, D is a better choice because in option D, it is mentioned that the government
would work in coordination with private entities so that there would not be any harm to any of the parties
involved. Option C talks about giving total control in the hands of government which might strangle the
prospects of private enterprises.
Option E is holding government responsible for the degradation of environment which is not correct as people
are also equally responsible.
Hence, option D is the correct answer.

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35. E
Because of the General manager's lack of understanding of the environment of the company, it would be wrong
to implement his idea in the very next month. Assessment of the potential of the idea and arriving at a
consensus on the policy are the most plausible for their refusal.
Thus, the correct option is E.

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36. C
From the table, we can see that room no. 301 is preferred by only 1 manager. Hence, company will allocate
room no. 301 to M5.

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From the table, we can see that room no. 302 is preferred by 3 managers. Hence, company will allocate room
no. 302 to anyone of three managers namely M1, M2 and M4. Remaining two managers won't able to get their
best preference.
From the table, we can see that room no. 302 is preferred by only 1 manager. Hence, company will allocate
room no. 303 to M3.
Hence, we can say that at most 3 managers will be able to get their best preference. Therefore, option C is the
correct answer.

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37. B
Since Ms Shabina is well aware of the feelings of her teachers about their working on weekends, she should
make their participation optional and compensate the teachers who are volunteering appropriately.
Thus, the correct option is B.

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38. D
Since the efficiency of Aman in making both Sabji and Puri is better than that of Shyam, Shyam should use his
proficiencies in both parts.
For the first 20 minutes, Aman will make sabji and Shyam will make puri in the next 10 min. Then they can make
puris in the ovens simultaneously and hence, can work on both the parts.
Thus, the correct answer is D.

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39. E
Mrs. Bhalla is facing the problems of overcrowded classrooms and classroom management. Moreover, she
wants the students to develop more sensitive and self motivated learners. In such a scenario, encouraging
students for selflearning or making them compete will not make any difference to the problem at hand. Steps 3
and 5 are thus eliminated. This eliminated options A, B, C and D. We are left with option E. Steps 1, 2 and 4 are
appropriate steps for Mrs. Bhalla to carry out.
Hence, the correct answer is option E.

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40. E
As he doesn't want to become jobless, options B, C and D are not the right actions to be followed. Among the
remaining options, option E is the appropriate one.
The answer is option E.

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41. A
The case does not give any reason to fire or demote Kale. The immediate course of action should be to
investigate the accusations against Kale. If the charges are proved correct, Kale should be transferred as he can
work effectively when working alone. In order to help Kale better, Marathe can suggest family counselling as a
long term solution. Family problems may be affecting Kales work as well but there is nothing in the passage to
suggest that. Hence the correct sequence is 2,1,5.

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42. E
Vanamali wants the sustained property for the kingdom.
Statement (1) and (4) are completely against the requirements. Therefore, 1 and 4 will be the last in order.
Statement (2) doesn't solve the problem completely. It doesn't ensure the flow of nutrients and forest produce
to plains. Statement (3) doesn't solve the problem completely but is better than 2. This statement has the
solution for the supply of forest produce but doesn't ensure the flow of nutrients. (5) states the best solution
among all the statements. Therefore, the order will be 5, 3, 2, 4 and 1.
The answer is option E.

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43. B
Option A is incorrect because promoting Vardarajan will not address the issue at hand. The problem can only be
addressed by keeping the performance assessment system transparent and by ensuring impartiality in
reviewing performance of each employee. Thus, the correct answer is given by option B. Options C, D and E are
negated for the same reason as A i.e. the issue cannot be resolved by addressing Vardarajan’s case alone but
by fairly judging the performance of all the employees in the organization.

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44. B
Mohan realised that compromising the quality of ingredients at the Panipat branch may not be a good idea.
Instead of sending a new person or closing the Panipat branch, Mohan himself is the better option to look after
the Panipat branch.
The answer is option B.

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45. D
From the points given in the question, we can calculate the expected time for each activity.
The table is given below:

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Then B, D, F, and G will take 16 minutes.
In these 16 minutes, C and E will also be completed simultaneously.
Hence, in the first (16+1) = 17 minutes, A, B, C, D, E, F, and G will be completed. Now H will take another 10.33
minutes. After that I will take 5 minutes.
Hence, the total time taken = (17+10.33+5) = 32.33 minutes

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46. B
" However, as most of them were on the verge of retirement, and it would be challenging to search for new jobs
while competing with younger professionals, they decided to play along."
It can be seen that without any consultations, 15 youngsters were brought into the BAG, and the experienced
were made to work with them.
They accepted the condition as opposing it won't beat any fruit, and they had been working since. There is no
indication or implication, therefore, that the youngsters and the old timers didn’t get along.
Thus, the correct option is B.

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47. A
The best way to be in charge is to understand the company's position from the perspective of its existing
members. Since they are well aware of the company's prospects, their advice on growth pontentials becomes
all more important.
Thus, the correct option is A.

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48. D
Options A, B, and C can be refuted from the case study presented by the question.
The best way to implement the ERP package would be to create a team of professionals who have an in-depth
understanding of this technology. Simply being aware of the technology would not work if it had to be
implemented on such a large level.
Thus, the correct option is D.

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49. E
Option A: Calling parents frequently to school at the time of a pandemic is not a feasible option.
Option B: This might spread misinformation about the school's credibility and can leave a wrong impression.
Option C: Giving discounts to the kids from well-off families during the pandemic(or in general ) would be
discrimination.
Option D: This will dilute the credibility of the school and will also be an example of discrimination.
Option E: This is the best way to deal with the situation as the one deserving will get some time after submitting
the proof of their distress, and the ones pretending will have to pay the fees.
Thus, the correct option is E.

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50. A
Option A: This is a very appropriate reason to file a case against PK as it shows the affirmation of their image
and their intolerant attitude towards such behaviours.
Option B: This helpless attitude will not trade well with the stakeholders.
Option C: Filing a lawsuit against PK won't help their case with their dropping sales.
Option D: This action has the potential to further exacerbate their public image regarding the incident.
Option E: This option will also be discarded for a similar reason as option 4.
Thus, the correct option is A.

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51. E
Rohini should definitely take the session the next day and not leave it so options B and C are eliminated.
Defering the session is not viable as the fifth term is notorious and has non-negotiable teaching slots so she
find have too much difficulty in another slot and also the students might have trouble regarding it, so eliminate
option A. Requesting a colleague for taking the last session might not be good for the students as they may not
relate to the new teacher, so eliminate option D. Option E is best option as Rohini herself must take the class
even if there is a bit of problem.

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52. E
Amish wants to reduce the backlash on social media and defend the company's continued association with the
celebrity.
Option A will not help reduce the backlash as it would appear as a tactic to avoid blame and also help defend
the continued association with the celebrity.
Option B tells about their reason for choosing the celebrity and not about the current situation the celebrity is in.
Thus, it will not help improve the situation.
Options C and D go against the desired outcome as Amish wants to reduce the backlash and defend the
celebrity's association with the company.
Option E is the best choice as it puts the celebrity's decision to work for Wadiya and also justifies the company's
continued association with the celebrity
Hence, the answer is option E.

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53. B
Deepti initially did not give any feedback. She thought of giving feedback after her father mentioned that at
least you can yell at the seller if you bought from a local shop. With this, we can infer that Deepti thought of
venting her frustration by giving feedback.
The answer is option B.

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54. C

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Statement 3 mentions that the eggless varieties of Le Baguette contain minute traces of egg. This doesn't
support the decision taken by Jaydeep. Statement 5 doesn't mention anything about the Ramnagar market for
eggless products. Therefore, this neither supports nor weakens the decision. Statements 1, 2 and 4 mention the
market value of eggless products in Le Baguette and Ramnagar. Thus, statements 1, 2 and 4 support the
decision taken by Jaydeep.
The answer is option C.

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55. B
The question asks for a way to appease the customers who were expecting to buy the Limo in India.
Option A: Suggesting the customers to wait. Since the failure to meet the deadlines in time was the
responsibility of the company, requesting them to wait would only worsen the situation for the dealers.
Option B: Offering the customers a discount on other PAC models. Though this is an act that might create
losses for the company. This might appease the customers and might avoid the customer's wrath towards the
company. But since the failure to meet the deadlines was from the company's side they must act to gain the
favor of customers.
Option C: This is an act of uncertainty because the PAC cannot be blamed for the disruptions in the Indian
supplier side. If they delay the opening in the China market to expect a simultaneous start with the Indian
market they might face losses in both the market.
Option D: Promising the top management of sales will in no way appease the customers and hence must be
avoided.
Option E: Suggesting the company to manufacture the components in India or China. Since they were already
being manufactured in India. This advice is not offering anything new. The pros and cons of manufacturing in a
Chinese plant for Indian market are not clear

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56. A

S- Source, D- Destination

Option (A):

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Tina will reach Delhi by Train 12801 at 4:50.
She will finish her work and then will go to Delhi airport and check in by 4:50 + 9:05, i.e. 13:55.
Since the flight departs at 17:10, the waiting period is 3 hrs. 15 mins.
Option (B):
Tina will reach Delhi by Train 12801 at 10:35.
She will finish her work and then will go to Delhi and navigate through the crowd and will reach by 10:35 + 7:10,
i.e. 17:45.
Since the train deports by 22-20, the waiting period is 4 hrs. 35 mins.
Option (C):
Starting from Jamshedpur = 4:00
Arrival at Delhi airport = 9:45
She can depart from Delhi (RS) earliest by 9:45 + 1:30(Airport to work) + 6:00(Work time) + 00:30(Work to
station) + 0:05(Wait time)= 17:50
Since the train departs at 22-20, the waiting period is 4 hrs. 30 mins.
Option (D):
Arrival at Delhi airport by AI810= 9:45
Tina finishes her work and reaches the airport, and can check-in in 10 hours, i.e. she can check in by 3-10. But
the flight AI9809 departs at 5-50.
Hence, the waiting period is 2 hrs. 40 mins.
Option (E):
Starting from Jamshedpur = 19:20 - 4 hour = 15:20
Arrival time at Delhi = 21:05
She can depart by flight earliest by 21:05 +1:30(Airport to work) + 6:00(Work time) + 1:30(Work to Airport) +
1:00(Early Arrival) = 7:05(2nd day)
. Since the flight AI809 departs at 11-00. The waiting period is 3 hrs. 55 mins.
Thus, the correct option is E.

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57. C
Educating employees about the company's anti-sexual harassment policy (Option 1) is likely to be the least
ostracizing as it focuses on providing information and awareness rather than singling out individuals or taking
disciplinary action. This approach promotes a broader understanding of the policy and encourages a preventive
approach to reduce sexual harassment cases without directly targeting specific employees.
Option 2 could be perceived as stigmatizing and invasive, potentially leading to a sense of ostracization among
employees.
Option 3 involves punitive measures and might be perceived as ostracizing without a preventive or educational
component.
Therefore Option C is the correct answer.

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58. E
Probability of the first student of the group of three getting 4 incorrect answer of 1st question = 45

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Probability of the second student of the group getting the same incorrect answer of 1st question as that of the
first student = 45 × 15

Probability of the third student of the group getting the same incorrect answer of 1 st question as that of the
first student = 45 × 15

Therefore, the probability of all the three getting same incorrect answer of 1st question = 45 × 4
5 × 1
5 × 4
5 ×
3
1 4
5 = 55

4
Hence, the probability = ( 455 )
3

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59. B
Option 1: Since the issue lies in the overlap of the weekend and the competition, just eliminating the choral
recitation is not going to be enough for the cancellation of the competition on the weekend.
Option 2: This can be a viable option as this is targeting the core of the issue.
Option 3: It can be eliminated on the same grounds as option 1.
Option 4: This is also a viable option to woo the teachers into participating in the competition.
Thus, the correct option is B.

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60. A
Statement 1: Since Ram Singh recommended Bal Singh, he would be the most preferred candidate for Dev.
Also, as Chetan is working for a major competitor of Ram, he would be the least preferred candidate. Thus, this
statement is correct.
Statement 2: Since Ram Singh recommended Bal Singh, he would be the most preferred candidate for Dev's
family also. Also, as his family members do not want Dev to appoint a young driver, their least preferred choice
would be Mani. Thus, this statement is incorrect.
Statement 3: Although because of past relationships with the company's senior managers, Bal Singh would be a
possible least preferred candidate for HR, as Chetan has past work experience in a competitor company, he will
not be HR's most preferred candidate. Thus, this statement is incorrect.
Since only statement 1 is correct, the correct option is A.

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61. D
Report 1 talks about sales data and report 3 presents data on customer satisfaction. Among the given options,
only option D answers the question. The answer is option D.

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62. B
Statement 1 as the course of action is out of the question. Therefore, 1 is the course of action which need not
be taken immediately. Therefore, options A and E are eliminated. Given that Ajay wants to make situations
better, statement 3 should be one of his initial course of actions. Therefore, option D is eliminated. Among the
remaining options, option B is the appropriate one.
The answer is option B.

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63. A
Since there is good demand for quickie-quick it is essential that the quality is maintained to ensure the demand
doesn't fall. Therefore, options B and C can be done. Options D and E may reduce the sales for some period but
it is good keeping the market in view. Only producing quickie-quick products not concerning about the quality is
not a good idea. Therefore, the answer is option A.

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64. C
Proclaiming something without any evidence is futile. Option A is wrong.
Without being sure of the involvement of competitors in any conspiracy, blaming is not correct. Options D and E
are incorrect.
Option B would not help Shekhawat prove that his product is healthy which is the main allegation.
Option C is the best alternative for Shekhawat. He can prove both that his product is healthy and the allegations
are false.
Hence, option C is the correct answer.

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65. E
Most famous researchers are also highly paid does not mean that they are famous because they are highly
paid. Statement 1 cannot convince the Government.
Statement 2 does not imply that extra benefits result in high quality research papers. Statement 2 is also
ineffective.
Statement 3 is irrelevant because the time of winning Nobel prize and the year of being the highest paid are
different. Statement 3 is also unlikely to convince the Government.
Hence, option E is the correct answer.

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66. C
In the given context, we can infer that no rights violated in any manner. Therefore, options A, B and D are
incorrect. Going to US for further education is irrelevant in the given context. Creating a forum for discussion
may resolve the issues. The answer is option C.

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67. C
Our aim with this question is for Prabhu to somehow retain his revenue flow. Let's consider each option
individually.
Option A: This does not work in Prabhu's favor. Reducing his prices might bring some of his customers back,
but it's uncertain whether those returning customers would compensate for the revenue loss caused by the
reduced prices.
Option B: Giving a 50% discount would also drastically impact his revenue sources. The customers coming
back might not be able to compensate for the money he would lose out by offering this discount.
Option D: Although he is the first choice for women travelling alone, with his competitors offering lower prices,
some female customers would be hesitant to pay a premium on top of already high prices for Prabhu's service.
This decision might instead have a negative impact on his revenue flow.

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Option E: Similar to option D, this too, can be eliminated using the same logic. Charging a premium on top of
already increased prices might discourage the steel plant from availing his services.
Through the method of elimination of wrong choices, we are left with only one option.
Option C: Stick to his increased prices. Although not very obvious at first, this would be the best action of all the
given options. We are given that the competitors offering cheaper services are tardy and unreliable, which
would bring his regular customers, traveling in families, back to him due to the feature that attracted them in the
first place: reliability and punctuality. Until then, he can sustain the bookings done by female travelers and the
official trips by the steel plant.
Therefore, Option C is the correct answer.

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68. B
The only possible reason that will trade well with the public on social media will be PK's instinctive reaction to
the wrong-doings of the villagers.
Since only option B reflects the same,
The correct answer is B.

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69. A
Options C and E are extremes and hence, cannot be the answer.
Shifting the green belt outside the city will not help in mitigating pollution inside the city. Option D is incorrect.
Recruiting 20 people who plant a tree each will not be able to compensate for the effect that a loss of green belt
would have. Option B is incorrect.
Option A will easily fill the gap left after loss of green belt.
Hence, option A is the correct answer.

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70. C
The only part where Cool_yatra had an edge over Cozy_travel was the date restictions for the booking of the
free tickets. If Cool_yatra edge out Cozy_travel despite giving an extra ticket in the offer irrespective of the
services, that would mean that the customers prefers flexibility over quantity.
If Cozy_travel work on the recommendation given in the option C, their offer will again become the most
attractive one.
Thus, the correct option is C.

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71. A
We have to choose an option which will assure Amish that SAU's campaign is not affecting FICT's business. It is
possible if an option shows that FICT's customers are not leaving them for SAU.
Options B and C will have the opposite effect than desired and can be dismissed.
Option D is irrelevant to the topic of discussion.
Option E states that FICT's sales has increased but does not talk anything about SAU's sales or their customers,
which is what we are trying to find.

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Option A states that SAU's sales have increased but that they are driven by repeat customers and not new
customers. This means that SAU was not able to acquire new customers from FICT. Thus, this will assure
Amish.
Hence, the answer is option A.

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72. A
The best course of action for Damdu would be option A that is to set up a shop in Churna which will barter all
the material requirements of the village. In this way the women of Churna would not sell their products in the
Tendua market instead they sell them to Damdu as it would avoid transportation cost if they get all the
materials for their requirement.

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73. B
The members of the Racket club are bolstered by the revenue generated from their country and they are
leveraging it for forcing their will against drug testing. If the next world cup would be played in a country which
have adopted DTC as the guiding principle, Indian players would not be allowed to participate in the world cup if
they do not adhere to the same principle. This is the best logic which can force Ranjan to take decision in the
favour of IRC.
Hence, option B is the correct answer.

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74. E
Total Cost = 50+10=60 Cr
Chances of success after favorable results= 80%

Expected return = 100× 0.8+ 20× 0.2=84Cr

Expected profit= 84-60=24Cr

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75. D
Auditor's role is to verify accounts only. So, statement 1 and statement 3 are out of the scope of auditors' role.
Therefore, the director would agree with statement 1 and statement 3.
Hence, option D is the correct answer.

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76. D
Ms Banarjee selects the national team only after selecting the international team :
For selection of international team our choices must be focused on people with high number of cent percents
because the probability of success is low need some one securing high cent percent and low averages so that
we do not waste people with higher averages in a case where the chances of success are very low .
Hence we select 2, 8, 14 who are having an average of 60 which is the lowest and high cent percents which are
12 +15+20 =47.

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Since 2,8,14 are selected they cannot be used while selecting the national team.Now while selecting the
national team the probability is success is relatively low but still improved from the international competition
and since 2,8,14 are already selected we cannot use them and coming to the first option 1,4,7 has people with
very high averages and lower cent percentage and hence does not fit our criteria.
The best option is option D where people are averaged in relatively better and also holds good number of cent
percents.

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77. E
If the government-instituted school ranking places 25% weight to policies similar to the school's policies, then
the school has no choice but to implement the same. Thus option E is most likely to get the affluent parents to
accept the school’s policy.
Hence, the correct answer is option E.

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78. D
As there has been remarkable growth for Wind turbine makers in both developing and developed countries, the
CEOs argument of adverse economic conditions will not be sustainable.
(c) will be the first statement as it gives the current global situation of the sector. It should be followed by (b)
which mentions the fact that the sales has actually increased. (e) states the reason why the profits have
decreased despite increased sales volume. Hence this should be the final statement.
Option D is the correct answer.

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79. D
Since the customers of Panipat are happy with Ram's behaviour, replacing Ram with Kishan will not be a very
good idea.
Also, if the hypothesis of Businessman 4 in future somehow becomes a reality, Mohan cannot give Ram full
control over the branch.
Since option D aptly captures these concerns and opportunities, it is the correct option.

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80. E
Amidst an important meeting, Sridevi, of all the employees, chose Ashraf for help with a client; Ashraf has a
very strong reason to be hopeful for his upcoming promotion.
Thus, option E is the correct option.

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81. E
In the passage it is given that the Churna women conveyed the virtue of their products through dance and song.
So this means that the dance and song of the Churna women provided authenticity to the traders. So we can
eliminate option B and D. Now even if Damdu could not dance and sing but could convey the authenticity for the
Churna products he was selling then he would have found traders for Churna products in Tendua. So this
eliminates option A and C. The best possible answer here is option E.

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82. C
Replying an accusation with another without proper evidence and justification will be futile. Options A and E are
discarded.
Option B is not something which the opposition disagrees with. The contention is of the the increasing
unemployment and not regarding the effectiveness of Bhola's policies.
Between options C and D, option C is better because it considers the overall employment while option D
considers employment in a specific cleaning drive.
Hence, option C is the correct answer.

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83. B
Here's the corrected version:
We are clearly given in the passage that it was not just Prabhu's affordability that made him popular, but also
his punctuality and reliability. We are not told about any price hikes by Prabhu's competition after the lockdown,
so we cannot be assured if Prabhu was charging less, equal to, or more than his competitors.
Further, the question asks us about what factors would help Prabhu's regular customers in accepting the fare
increase. The regular customers, which were the solo females and the official trips by the steel plant, would
value punctuality and reliability over a price hike.
Let's evaluate each option to see which one would suit our needs best:
Option A: This option accounts for the general price increase or a simpler version of inflation within the town.
Even if it were true, this does not mean it would be enough for Prabhu's regular customers to accept his hiked
prices. There might be other drivers who might have also increased their prices, but not to such an extent as
Prabhu.
Option B: This helps Prabhu's regular customers in accepting his increased prices. Although they would be
paying more than necessary, they would be sure about the safety and punctuality with Prabhu, which is
important for solo female travelers and official trips to the steel plant.
Option C: Although the people of the town might be sympathetic towards Prabhu, they cannot sustain paying
increased prices just out of sympathy for a service they might get cheaper elsewhere.
Option D: This is an additional service that Prabhu provides. Although this might keep regular customers
coming back to him for servicing their cars, it does not help his case for increasing his prices and the
customers accepting them.
Option E: This is irrelevant to the concerns of his regular customers, other than those on official trips from the
steel plant. Offering a luxurious name or a service used by top officials might attract some higher officials and
individuals, but the increased prices take away the affordability factor associated with Prabhu, acting as a
deterrent for his regular customers.
Although some of these options were close, option B clearly resonates with the reason for Prabhu's popularity
as given in the questions, and thus would be the best fit.
Therefore, Option B is the correct answer.

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84. A
The hospital management has to amicably resolve the situation so that all the stakeholders -management,
doctors, paramedics and patients - are happy. The hospital management also wants to improve the patient
satisfaction and the success rate. The doctors feel the management should spend more on recruiting more
paramedics who could spend time with patients. The passage states that ‘For the management, this (recruiting

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more paramedics) would mean loss of patients’. Thus an increase in paramedics is ruled out. In such a
scenario, it would be suitable if the management manages with existing doctors/paramedics by increasing their
incomes, and augmenting the ambiance of the hospital.
Hence, the correct answer is option A.

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85. C
The main concern of Divya is that the financial risk of opening a franchisee is high as she will have to take out a
huge loan and invest a lot in the infrastructure. Thus, the option that can let her know that the franchisee will be
financially stable will help her make the decision.
Option A can be dismissed as it does not relate to the main concerns of Divya.
Getting a loan is not a problem for Divya, but to be able to repay it. Thus, option B can be dismissed.
Option D talks about a restaurant's business. This does not ensure that Divya's business would also work.
Option E will have the opposite effect.
Option C is the best choice. If Divya can charge higher prices while retaining the customers, it will increase her
confidence in the ability to cover all the costs.
Hence, the answer is option C.

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86. D
The correct answer to this questions should have been ‘both corporate managers and the minister’. The head of
the nation should not have been accused as he was the one to identify the discrepancy in the allotments. Since
the correct answer is not given in the answer choices, XAT picked option D as the correct answer.

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87. E
In the meeting on December 3, it was decided that no two officers would hold positions on the same
committee. Both Rao and Ajit are part of two committees as of now. If the nominations are confirmed, one
could resign from either of the two groups that they are a part of. For instance, Rao decides to rescind his
Disciplinary Committee membership while Ajit decides to resign from the Cultural Committee; this way, both
could retain one spot. Option E specifically presents this idea. Option B is vague and perhaps indicates that one
of them has to resign from both committees.
Thus, the correct option is E.

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88. B
In option A, the assurance given by the mechanic can't be relied upon so it won't put Raghubir at ease. In option
B it is said that Raghubir's lawyer friends bought non-compliant SUVs from tier two cities which means new
emission norms are not strict in tier two cities, so this will also put Raghubir at ease. Option D is totally
irrelevant. In option C, it does not matter if there are many SUVs because in his city if the law is enforced so this
option can also be eliminated. Option E will not put Raghubir at ease because that might just be some people
who are not abiding by the law and could be caught in the future.

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89. C
It is given that Bhola wants to earn money which is necessary for living. So, he should start his business.
However, he is concerned about the environment. So, he must ensure minimal, if not zero, damage to the
environment. Option C is the most relevant in this context.

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90. B
It is mentioned that somebody has to be sent to Luxembourg as soon as possible. This implies, options C and E
are eliminated. Options A and D are not the best actions to solve the issue. Giving Mrs. Jose option to work
from home while in Luxembourg so that she can be with Mr.Jose is the most appropriate one.
The answer is option B.

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91. E
The question says Taapsi might prevent sandeep from taking higher studies and it is possible she might also
feel jealous of sandeep so any option where a bond between Sandeep and Taapsi is reflected should be
selected and option E is the best among all. It also states that Taapsi went against Saradeep's wish to gift
Sandeep a bike which means that if Taapsi really wanted to go for fashion designing she would have gone for it
even if that was against her father's wish.

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92. C
We can represent People by points and relation of being friends by joining those points . so a set of people and
their relations can be represented by a graph .
1. No two friends have a common friend .
2.Any two non friends have exactly 2 common friends .
Consider any point X
let say there are exactly m points A1 , A2 , A3 .....Am connected with X .None of these points can be

connected with each other , therefore corresponding to every pair Ai , Aj there have to be exactly two points
connected to both.
One is X, the other is Bij.This has to be different values for i,j . This has to be the complete graph i.e a point x , a
point connected to X or a point connected to Ai .
There can be no point unconnected with every one of these points . If X and P are unconnected they have to
have two common friends .
All friends of X are included in A1 , A2 , A3 .....Am

So P has to be connected with some of A's . Also there can be no other point connected with any Ai .If there is a
point B it can't be connected to any Aj for it would be then Bij and X and B will have 1 common friend
so the points in graphs are :
X, A1 , A2 , A3 .....Am B12 , B13 ......B(m−1)m

The number of points is

n = 1+m +(m)(m-1)/2
some values of m, n are given below :

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we have to consider m =3,4,5
When m =3
we can't provide friend to B12 so m cannot be 3
m =4
we get

Take B12 , he has two friends A1 and A2 , but we cannot provide two more friends among Bij's . Only B34 is
available .
Consider m =5

B12 has A1 and A2 and we have to provide three more they are (B34 , B35 and B45)
Hence m =5 and n =16
so we get 16 members in the group
Satya Sadhan even as other members have 5 friends.

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93. E
If Rinku had closed the door not left the door ajar after serving the tea then the accident would not have
happened. Therefore the most obvious reason for the accident is Rinku leaving the door ajar.

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94. C
The project does not violate any principle of Genius consulting. Getting referred is not an unethical activity.
Therefore, we can eliminate options A and B.
Sharing the earnings equally is one of the core values of Genius consulting. Therefore, Rahman should not be
paid the finders fee.
Therefore, option C is the right answer.

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95. C
Since the local unregistered contractors have the least credibility, the answer should start with 3. It will be
followed by purchasing an old furnished house. Thus, option 1 will come next.

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Since the most appropriate way to ensure the quality is to build themselves with the best resources under the
supervision of their family, option 4 will come last.
Thus, the correct option is C.

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96. D
Option D is the correct answer. It is advisable to start from the scratch and shortlist candidates from the fresh
set if bio-data. Since the fresh set contains the verified grades of the students so there are no chances of any
discrepancy this time. Option A is incorrect as it is an extreme step and should not be taken when there is an
option of screening the candidates again. Option B can be negated because the HR managers’s contact may
not have the correct information. Furthermore it does not address the problem of recruitments from that
college. It is unethical for an HR manager to recruit candidates even after knowing that that the information
presented in their bio-data’s is not authentic. This will show his disloyalty towards the organization. Option E is
incorrect as it reduces the pool of students to be recruited from.

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97. A
From the given information, we can draw the venn diagram as follows.

The total number of electives = 20

b + 2a + 3x + 1 = 20
b + 2a + 3x = 19
We are given that only G-type electives is 2. Thus, b = 2.
Since a < b, the only possible value of a = 1.
Thus, 2 + 2(1) + 3x = 19
x=5
Thus, the venn diagram becomes.

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Vijay is interested in J and wants to avoid Q. Thus, he can participate in J and JG subjects.
Raj is interested in G followed by Q. Thus, he can participate in G, Q, and GQ electives.
Since there is no common region between the interests of Vijay and Raj, there is a possibility of them avoiding
each other.
Hence, the answer is option A.

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98. D
To solve the issue, Mr.Patil should talk to Mr.John and Dipangshu individually and later arrange a meeting
together to sort out the differences.
Correct order: I, IV, V
The answer is option D.

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99. A
We have to analyze the nature of the games before answering the questions. '
Snake and ladder' is a game based on luck. Past performance in the game cannot be held as a reflection of
one's true potential. 'Shooting' is a game extremely dependent on the skills of the player. Therefore, the past
performance of the player has a huge implication on how the player might perform in the future. In 'cricket' we
have details only about the player hitting the ball. A team cannot be composed using batsmen alone. Therefore,
the past performance in this sport, though reflective of the person's abilities, cannot be used to form a good
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100. A
Among the five statements, we need to find statements that would motivate Rakesh to join G&P.
Statement 1 brings out the negative aspect of both SPCIL and G&P. Statement 3 doesn't help Rakesh in deciding
to join G&P or not. Both statements 1 and 3 do not favour G&P. Statement 2 is in favour of G&P as the first
assignment is in the village near Dhanbad. Statement 4 and 5 infers that Rakesh being a good performer, will
succeed in G&P. Therefore, statements 2, 4 and 5 are in favour of G&P.
The answer is option A.

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101. A
Option B doesn't mention anything about the Ramnagar market. Therefore, this neither supports nor weakens
the decision. Option C mentions that Jagdeep was supplying bread to bakeries; this implies that he is not in
direct contact with customers. Options D and E go against the decision taken by Jagdeep. Among the given
options, option A supports the decision.
The answer is option A.

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102. A
To minimize customer dissatisfaction, the chef will follow a pessimistic schedule (worst-case scenario).

First activity A will be started, and then B, and C can be started simultaneously. E and H will be dependent on C.
Similarly, D, F, and G will be dependent on B.
D, F, and G will not depend on C, H, E, and vice versa.
I activity will be started after all the 8 activities are done.
Based on the pessimistic schedule,
A takes = 1 min
Then B, D, F, and G will take 19 minutes.
In these 19 minutes, C and E will also be completed simultaneously.
Hence, in the first (19+1) = 20 minutes, A, B, C, D, E, F, and G will be completed. Now H will take another 13
minutes. After that, I will take 5 minutes.
Hence, the total time taken = (20+13+5) = 38 minutes.
The correct option is A

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103. B
Option B is the correct answer.
2: This recommendation addresses the concern of involving visually impaired employees in meaningful
activities by ensuring they are hired based on their abilities and contributions. It aligns with the idea of
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3: This recommendation addresses the practical aspects of creating a supportive and inclusive environment for
visually impaired employees. It ensures that the workplace infrastructure is accessible and accommodating to
their needs, enhancing their overall experience.
4: This recommendation recognizes the assistance that guide dogs can provide to employees with complete
vision impairment. Allowing guide dogs contributes to the well-being and independence of visually impaired
individuals.
These recommendations collectively address the concerns of meaningful employment, workplace accessibility,
and assistance for employees with 100 percent vision impairment.

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104. D
(1): This statement suggests a negative stereotype that visually impaired individuals may be perceived as
inefficient or incapable of performing certain tasks. Suresh's reluctance to be served by visually impaired
baristas could be rooted in this stereotype.
(2): Suresh's upbringing and the values instilled by his parents may contribute to his preference for donating
rather than accepting services from individuals he perceives as "challenged." This attitude may stem from a
belief in charity over direct interaction.
(3): This statement does not directly address why Suresh refuses to be served by visually impaired baristas. It
suggests a belief in adverse consequences, but the nature of these consequences and their relation to his
biased behavior is unclear.
(4):This statement portrays a positive sentiment towards visually impaired individuals. It implies that Suresh
feels joyous when interacting with them. This positive feeling contradicts the negative bias suggested by his
refusal to be served by visually impaired baristas.
Therefore Option D: 1, 2 Only is the correct answer.

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105. C
Option C is an effective sequence for the adjudicating committee to reduce errors in judgment in sexual
harassment complaints
2: This step allows the committee to gather individual perspectives without potential influence from the other
party, ensuring a thorough understanding of each side of the story.
1: Bringing both parties together after listening to them separately fosters a collaborative discussion. It
provides an opportunity for clarification, cross-examination, and a more comprehensive view of the case,
potentially uncovering additional information or nuances.
5: Introducing a forensic expert at this stage enhances the committee's ability to objectively assess evidence.
The forensic expert can provide a specialized analysis, helping to verify or challenge the credibility of the
presented evidence.
This sequence combines individual perspectives, collaborative discussions, and expert analysis, aiming to
minimize errors by ensuring a comprehensive and well-informed decision-making process.

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106. D
Giving a discount to only hospital staff is unfair to the other customers. Therefore, options A, B and E are
incorrect.
Option C is incorrect as the increasing prices of all food items discourage staff from visiting the stall, and

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adding shezwan dosa will not help.
Option D is the correct answer as the prices for best-sellers remain the same, and adding more varieties at
higher prices will help.
Answer is option D.

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107. E
Whether to complete the assignments individually or in a team was an individual choice that everyone made for
themselves. Thus, giving additional marks to the people working alone would be unreasonable as they could
have chosen to be in a team.
Hence, the answer is option E.

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108. C
Option C is the correct answer as it leverages the existing connection between the slum and the metropolitan
region, utilizing slum dwellers who commute daily. Engaging them on a commission basis not only ensures a
direct link to potential customers but also keeps the cost low, allowing Dhan to sell her products at competitive
prices to a maximum number of metropolitan customers.
Option A: Hiring a celebrity endorser is likely expensive and may not align with Dhan's goal of selling at the
lowest price.
Option B: Overwhelming with digital advertisements may incur high costs and might not reach the target
audience effectively.
Option D may increase operational costs and may not be as effective in reaching the masses.
Option E may involve high entry barriers and potentially limit the outreach to the masses.

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109. B
The most crucial criterion for Divya would be a steady increase in business as she has to take a huge loan and
invest money in the shop's infrastructure.
Options A, C and D, can be dismissed as they do not relate to the above point.
Among B and E, B is more important, as a consistent increase in the number of customers will make sure that
the business flourishes.
Hence, the answer is option B.

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110. A
The dean wants to be fair to Aparna but also wants to show the new recruits that research work is essential for
their jobs. Thus, there needs to be some form of action which is not too harsh but conveys the message.
Options D and E will be eliminated as they are more negative than expected and unfair to Aparna.
Option B is too lenient as there is no consequence for her actions.
Option C, increasing the requirements and probation period by 2 yrs would be too harsh.
Before extending the probation period, there should be a warning at least as Aparna had been contributing
towards an unprecedented noble social cause. So, A is the best choice.
Hence, the answer is option A.

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111. E
Statement 1 can be supported by showing other sources of legal income. Statement 3 is trying to check if
Rakesh bribes to finish the work faster. Statement 4 is checking if Rakesh would deviate from the rules. The
most appropriate descending order of bribing undertones would be 3, 1, 2, and 4.
The answer is option E.

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112. D
Emily and Rose together are more powerful than Jonathan. By attacking Jonathan they will be able to engage
him in war and delay by diverting his resources towards war. Thus option D would delay Jonathan's plan.

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113. B
Shambu's initial success was due to the latent anger in the people and Shambu's moral courage to stand up
against corruption. Raising income level was not the reason for Shambu's initial success. Also, Shambu
became the darling of the media once he was successful. It has not been given that media aided in furthering
Shambu's struggle against corruption.

Points 1 and 2 played a pivotal role in Shambu's initial success. Therefore, points 3 and 4 are unlikely to be the
reasons for Shambu's initial success and hence, option B is the right answer.

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114. B
On being asked about information regarding pay packages of graduating students, the senior does not reveal
much information and rather cautions you not to believe in any sort of rumors. He also said that for any further
information the college authorities should be contacted directly. Thus option B presents the most suitable
course of action for seeking further information about placements. Option A is incorrect because the senior has
already warned you that believing in rumors will do you no good. The information that you get by networking
with students may not be authentic. Option C can be eliminated because contacting the HR managers is
beyond the purview of discussion held between the potential entrant and the senior. Option D is incorrect
because the senior has advised to contact the student body and not any individual representing the body.
Approaching the President directly may not prove to be of any help. Option E is negated for the same reason as
option A.

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115. D
The main reason for this dire situation was the unfair firing of the waitress. This behaviour of the management
was not taken lightly by Social media and the activists.
Thus, the correct option is D.

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116. A

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A per the information provided in the question we need to look for a case that provides the required assurance
of how the current and the future prospects may turn out.
Since a financial institution that acts as an independent researcher has a very positive outlook towards the loss-
making company's prospects in the future. This provides the required assurance for not just Sudarshan but for
all the key stakeholders. Hence is very crucial to understand how things stand currently for the company.
It will be appropriate that it was handed over to professionals but unless any results are provided from the
professional advice this might not be significant enough to assure Sudarshan.
The huge success in one industry cannot be translated or expected to compensate for the loss in the other two
industries.
We are not aware if the replaced employees are incompetent or poorly performing employees. Hence this does
not hold significance in assuring the required confidence.
If people are leaving at a much higher rate compared to the industry average then this becomes a matter of
concern and hence is not correct.

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117. C
Option A: Because of the date restrictions, this will not be a feasible option for the return journey.
Option B: The cash-back offers from Cool_yatra and Cozy_travel are better than the offer of Cash Back Offer of
Easy_travel.
Option C: This is the most feasible option as she will get an immediate discount with a free ticket. Thus, this is
the correct option.
Option D: Since the refund will be provided after 15 days of travel in Cool_yatra, Cozy_travel will have the edge
over this offer. Thus, this is not the correct option.
Option E can be eliminated as the offers gives a comparatively cheaper option of travel.
Thus, the correct option is C.

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118. D
The very first step will be to get in touch with the contract labourers to explain to them the current situation with
the competitors and the contractors.
Also, to ease their current situation with the labourers, they should immediately take some action against the
security guards behind the firing. This will help boost their confidence in the CTM.
Thus, the correct option is D.

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120. D
Here we have to select a suggestion which will not only keep Mr Loyal on the good side of the party but also
ensures that the party's name stays clean among the public.
Options B and E are rejected as they may lead to a split among the members of the party.
Option A will harm the image of the party among the public.
Option C is a neutral move but is not strong enough to help the party's image.
Option D is the best choice as it shows that the party is taking strong action. At the same time, it ensures that
Mr Loyal stays on the good side of the party.
Hence, the answer is option D.

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121. B
As the earnings from business without new technology will be same in both the cases, calculating the
difference of earnings from business with new technology will be the answer.

Difference in forgone earnings = 1, 50, 000 ((1.1) + (1.1)3 + (1.1)2 + (1.1)1 + 1) −

50, 000 ((1.1)2 + (1.1) + 1) − 1, 50, 000 ((1.1)4 + (1.1)3 )

= 331000
The answer is option B.

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122. D
Option D is the correct answer. Let us examine the choices individually:
Option A: [Incorrect] [If the sales volume of patented drugs in India is 43%, the sales volume of generic drugs in
India will be less than 43%.]
We can create the following 2*2 matrix to process the data [note: text in red = given information; text in blue =
required value]

It is evident that the sales volume of generic drugs in India will be less than 7% (and not 43%) [For instance, the
value cannot be 40% but instead must be below 7%]
Option B: [Incorrect] [If the sales volume of generic drugs in foreign countries is at least 24%, the sales volume
of patented drugs in India will be above 24%.]

It is evident that the sales volume of patented drugs in India will be below 24%.
Option C: [Incorrect] [If the sales volume of patented drugs in India is 54%, the sales volume of generic drugs in
foreign countries will be above 54%.]
The instructions specify that the sales volume in India is below 50%; therefore, the sales volume of patented
drugs in India must also be below 50% (i.e. it cannot take the value specified in the option)
Option D: [Correct] [If the sales volume of patented drugs in India is 29%, the sales volume of generic drugs in
foreign countries will be above 29%]

It is evident that the sales volume of generic drugs in foreign countries will be above 29%
Option E: [Incorrect] [If the sales volume of generic drugs in India is at least 60%, the sales volume of patented
drugs in foreign countries will be above 60%.]
The instructions specify that the sales volume in India is below 50%; therefore, the sales volume of generic
drugs in India must also be below 50% (i.e. it cannot take the value specified in the option)

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123. D
Here we have to find the choice which can compromise on security
A : Huge public gathering will call for Security
B : If racket players are included in the hit list of terrorist organisations then there is a need of Security
C : Internet based data stealing will definitely call for security
E : This will call for security measures to be taken
In Option D , In large stadiums where there are significant number of players they will be provided with Security
by default
So racket players need not focus on this aspect .
Hence D is the correct answer

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124. C
Option B is false as state of Sambhu cannot be decided according to the paragraph.
In the last line of the second paragraph it is mentioned that " He used this opportunity as a platform to spread
the message that only citizens with an unblemished character should be allowed to hold a public office." Thus
Sambhu was not directly involved in the politics, he just uses the stage to garner support, which might be the
reason for decline.
Option D and E are trivial.
Option C is correct

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125. C
We do have any information to state that the given information is wrong and we do not know the sources of
content given in the reports. Therefore, options A and B cannot be inferred. Options D and E cannot be inferred
from the given reports.
The answer is option C.

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126. C
Options A, B, and E doesn't clear the possibility of technological failure. Option C states that the chances of
success are high, and option D states that the team is working, but we are not sure if it is a success. Therefore,
option C is the appropriate one.
The answer is option C.

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127. D
In statement 1 :
It was informed in statement 1 that the 30 percent market share reached was 200 percent higher than what was
originally expected. Hence the ideal was originally 10 percent market share and hence an increase of 20
percent in total.

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Since Baft and Hebe are the competitors it does not necessarily mean that each of them exactly lost 10 percent
market share each. There are multiple possibilities on how this case can be generated.
Statement 2 :
Statement 2 cannot be confirmed because no detail has been informed about the new features of Baft and
Hebe. The work on the Limo model has been described but nothing about Baft and Hebe.

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128. D
The primary motive of the mountain people is to conserve the forest and sustain the earnings. Options B, C and
E don't help in conserving the forest and sustaining the earnings. Option A doesn't benefit mountain people.
Option D helps on conserving the forest and doesn't go against the diktat of the king.
Answer is option D.

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129. D
From the information given in the question, we can make the following table about the project and the person
satisfied with it.

We can infer from the table that M, Q and S can satisfy at least three persons.

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130. C
We need to identify opportunities first and then implement them accordingly. Therefore, order is V, I, II.
The answer is option C.

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131. D
Among all the choices, option D is the most viable option, as it not only gives Rwang the appropriate space to
live with his parents but also prevents any alterations in the present queue.
In addition, there is a very high chance of queue movement in the extended time window, which will allow
Rwang to avail company's residential services.
Thus, the correct option is D.

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132. D
Padma cannot let this pass as it will only encourage this kind of behaviour. Also, since she only has suspicions
against Vimla, she cannot directly confront her with the blame.
The best way would be to let Vimla get an idea that she is suspecting to her. She should follow a more nuanced
approach for the same.
As statements 3, 4, and 5 promote a more subtle and indirect approach, the correct answer is D.

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133. C
Since Ram has been a very trusted employee to him for the last five years, Dev would very much like to employ
his recommendation. Thus, the correct option is C.

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134. E
From the information we can conclude that there are at least 2 engineers and 1 doctor. Also there are more than
2 teachers. Hence, there is only one possibility when there are 3 teachers, 2 engineers and 1 doctor. It is given
that two engineers are from Bangalore and Chennai. It is given that 1 teacher is from Kochi. Also, the
profession of the person who is from Kolkata is same as that of the person who got down at Mughal Sarai. Both
of these persons can be teacher only. We are given that the doctor is not from Mumbai. Hence, we can say that
the doctor is from Hyderabad.
Also the age of the teacher who hail from Kochi = 31 + 4 = 35 years. Tabulating the information,

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As the six travellers are working in the same organisation for at least one year and some are five years older
than the fresh graduates, the present age of fresh graduates must be less than or equal to 35 years and more
than or equal to 31 years. Three people satisfy the above conditions. They are the teacher from Mumbai and
Kochi and the younger engineer. Hence, option E is the correct answer.

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135. C
The passage says that Mr Loyal has significant followers within the party and any severe action against Mr
Loyal will adversely affect the NPP.
Among the options, C would cause the most damage to the NPP as it could lead to a split in the party or may
even lead to many followers of Mr Loyal leaving the party.
A and E will not cause much damage to the party.
Options B and D will create some animosity between Mr Loyal and NPP, but not as much as expelling Mr Loyal.
Hence, the answer is option C.

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136. C
Correct order: Retailers, Farmers, Customers
The answer is option C.

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137. A
We can create the following table from the above information.

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From the table, we can infer that N, Q and R will satisfy the given condition.

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138. D
I doesn't help because we cannot calculate the sectional cutoff and cannot identify the students with the best
entrepreneurial mindset. II helps calculate sectional cutoffs and further helps identify the required students. III
encourages students to attempt application-based questions as they carry high weightage. IV doesn't help
because if students don't know, they start solving formulae-based questions as usual.
The answer is option D.

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139. E
Option A: Since this is not the main reason for the problems, this is not the correct answer.
Option B: For the same reason as option A, this is not the correct answer.
Option C: Although lack of experience is one of the reasons for the problems BAG was facing, this option
cannot be attributed as the immediate cause for the problems. Thus, this is not the correct option.
Option D: This is nowhere mentioned and implied.
Option E: Since the crux of the problem was the lack of consultation from the other members of BAG, it was Mr
Shiv's unilateral decision-making which created the whole issue.
Thus, the correct option is E.

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140. B
Deepti did not share something which didn't happen and Deepti is sharing what actually happened. Hence,
options A, C, D and E are not the answers.
Answer is option B.

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141. C
From the given information we draw the below Venn diagram:

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b>a
Number of only J type electives is 3 => a=3
2a+b+3x=19 but since a=3; b+3x=13
we have to maximise x but b>3 => b=4 and x=3.
.'.the maximum number of electives that can be common between them=x+2=5.

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142. E
We have to select an option which will not demotivate Divya.
Options A, B, C and D are all negative in tone and will discourage Divya from opening a franchisee.
Hence, the answer is option E.

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143. A
The correct option is A because the success of the food center heavily relies on having sufficient funds to cover
the costs of ingredients, salaries, operations, and maintenance. Without an adequate financial foundation,
WBLCF may struggle to continue its philanthropic work and expand to nearby districts. Paying salaries,
attracting diners, having enough cooks, and offering local dishes are all interconnected challenges that can be
addressed more effectively with a robust financial base.
Option B is not the most critical because while paying salaries is crucial for retaining dedicated employees, it is
a component of the overall financial challenge. If there are not enough finances to cover salaries, it becomes a
subset of the broader issue of obtaining adequate funds and donations.
Option C is not the most critical one because while attracting diners is essential for the success of the food
center, but it's not the primary challenge. Even if there are many diners, the initiative's sustainability depends on
having the necessary financial resources to continue providing free meals.
Option D is not correct because having enough cooks and employees is an operational challenge but can be
addressed within the broader context of financial stability. If there are sufficient funds, hiring and retaining staff
becomes more manageable.

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Option E is not crucial because while offering variety in the menu may be a desire expressed by diners, it is not
as critical as ensuring the financial sustainability of the food center. Menu diversification can be considered
once the core financial challenges are addressed.
The correct option is A

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144. A
All the four hair dressers agreed upon the prices of haircut, shaving and hair-dye. If Kamal introduces a new
service fro which there is no agreement as such, he would be able to charge extra and also he would not be
violating the agreement.
Hence, option A is the correct answer.

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145. E
Options A, B and C would be unethical on the part of Amelia as a manager and hence, are rejected.
Option D is rejected as Amelia is responsible for the trio's behaviour as their reporting manager.
Since the organisation wants to attract more people from the top B-Schools, ensuring their current employees
are happy and satisfied with the organisation is a must. Thus, the organisation should know about the trio's
disappointment so that they can make the necessary changes.
Hence, option E would be the most suitable choice for the answer.

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146. B
Let's evaluate each option individually.
Option A: This is not a valid option. Not only would documentation made from Raman's memory lack accuracy,
but it also wouldn't be verified by the employer or the previous organization. This would render the
documentation useless for his internship placement or any other purpose he might need them for.
Option B: This would be a valid option. Raman's ex-teammates could provide more accurate data regarding his
additional contributions. Documentation of additional roles undertaken coming from employees within the
organization would be more official and credible than if Raman were the sole source, as presented in option A.
Option C: Taking an organization's internal matters to social media is rarely a valid option. Such matters should
be handled professionally and not made public. Additionally, highlighting his additional responsibilities on social
media provides no way of verifying the validity of the information presented there.
Option D: Given the context of the disagreement they had when Raman left his job at Flying Groceries, which left
a sour taste between them, there is no guarantee that Suraj would agree to provide Raman with additional
documentation needed for him to secure a desired role.
Option E: Since the Chief Supply Chain officer is recently recruited, he might not be familiar with the additional
responsibilities Raman took on. Thus, he wouldn't be a reliable source for Raman to obtain documentation
listing his additional responsibilities during his time at Flying Groceries.
Hence, Option B would be the best way for Raman to back the additional roles he took during his time at Flying
Groceries.
Therefore, Option B is the correct answer.

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147. B
The seller didn't rectify his mistake and asked for a review on a product not ordered. Giving a review on a
product she didn't intend to buy is not necessary. Hence, option B is the best rationale to ignore the sales head's
request.
The answer is option B.

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148. B
The correct answer is option B.
Opinion 3 suggests that Moonlighting leads to employees missing out on important organizational work,
highlighting potential negative consequences for the primary job. This emphasizes the impact on the
employee's commitment and performance in their main role. Opinion 4 points out the risk of unknowingly
leaking critical information gained from one organization to another while Moonlighting. This highlights a
potential ethical concern related to confidentiality and the potential harm to the interests of the primary
employer. Together, these opinions provide a balanced perspective on the negative consequences and ethical
dimensions of Moonlighting, helping Mr. Q understand the potential risks and downsides associated with taking
up extra work outside his primary job.
Option A is incorrect because Opinion 2 suggests that Moonlighting is a choice of the employee, and the
employer has no authority over the employee's conduct after office hours. This perspective leans towards
individual freedom. However, when combined with Opinion 4, which highlights the risk of leaking critical
information, it doesn't strongly emphasize the potential negative consequences and ethical concerns related to
Moonlighting.
Option C is incorrect because Opinion 1 asserts that Moonlighting is unacceptable since the employer has
complete control over the employee, emphasizing a strong employer-centric perspective. However, Opinion 5
suggests that Moonlighting is okay because employers are exploitative and underpay employees. These
opinions present conflicting views and may not provide a coherent and balanced understanding of the ethical
dimensions of Moonlighting.
Option D is not correct because Opinion 2 reiterates the idea that Moonlighting is the choice of the employee,
while Opinion 3 highlights the consequence of employees missing out on important organizational work. While
Opinion 3 provides a potential negative consequence, the emphasis on individual choice in Opinion 2 may not
strongly convey the ethical concerns related to Moonlighting.
Option E is not correct because Opinion 2 emphasizes the employee's right to make choices after office hours,
while Opinion 5 suggests that Moonlighting is okay due to perceived exploitation by employers. These opinions
again provide conflicting perspectives and may not effectively address the ethical considerations associated
with Moonlighting.
The correct option is B

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149. A
Option A: This is the best way for Biswas to present his case as he will have the precedence of a similar
decision taken by other well-known schools.
Option B: Since teachers' reputation contributes to the reputation of the school, it is given that they get more
salary compared to their peers. This will not much help Biswas in his case.
Option C: Getting an education from an institute is a two-way street. They paid fees for the school services.
Presenting the case in this manner won't bear any fruit.

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Option D: This case, instead of strengthening, will weaken the case of Biswas and hence is not the right choice.
Option E: The rejection of this case will have the same reason as option B.
Thus, the correct answer is A.

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150. C
From the table, we can see that room no. 302 is preferred by 3 managers. Hence, company will allocate room
no. 302 to anyone of three managers namely M1, M2 and M4. Remaining two managers won't able to get their
best preference. The remaining two manager will get their second preference as shown in the table below,

Hence, the minimum sum = 1 + 2 + 1 + 2 + 1 = 7. Therefore, option C is the correct answer.

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151. D
We can represent People by points and relation of being friends by joining those points . so a set of people and
their relations can be represented by a graph .
1. No two friends have a common friend .
2.Any two non friends have exactly 2 common friends .
Consider any point X
let say there are exactly m points A1 , A2 , A3 .....Am connected with X .None of these points can be

The number of points is

n = 1+m +(m)(m-1)/2
some values of m, n are given below :

we have to consider m =3,4,5

When m =3
we can't provide friend to B12 so m cannot be 3
m =4
we get

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Take B12 , he has two friends A1 and A2 , but we cannot provide two more friends among Bij's . Only B34 is
available .
Consider m =5

B12 has A1 and A2 and we have to provide three more they are (B34 , B35 and B45)
Hence m =5 and n =16
so we get 16 members in the group

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152. D
Mr. Surya, the Head of the Trust is requesting to train eight newly recruited teaching assistants before they start
their job next month. Even though all the slots are fully booked for the next 3 months, the training of the new
teaching assistants is crucial. As the slots are fully booked for the next 3 months, a new agency can be
appointed for the task of training. Thus, statement 2 is the best possible action. In case 2 is not possible, then it
would be fair for the HR Manager to conduct induction sessions for training after office hours. Thus, statement
4 can be followed next. In case both 2 and 4 are not possible, it would be prudent to honestly inform the Head
that some teaching assistants could be accommodated only if some inductees dropped out in the first month.
Hence, statement 3 follows next. Also statement 1 can only be the last possible course-of-action due to it being
confrontational in nature.
Hence, the correct answer is option D.

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153. B
Racket is the most popular game of the country. 70% of the total revenue associated with the game originates
from the country. Since the International Racket Association (IRA) has agreed to implement Drug Testing Code
(DTC), the Racket Club has no choice but to implement the same. However, some players have reservations
against this. The best thing for Thakur Raja would be to implement drug testing while also considering the
demands of the senior players. Thus option B is the correct choice of action. Option C, D and E reek of personal
vendetta. They are not appropriate for a person who is the Sports Minister. Moreover, they do not solve the
problem at hand. Option A does not take into account the problems of the senior players.

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154. E
Each athlete/sportsperson needs to submit their schedule for the next three months specifying an hour each
day when they can be randomly tested for drugs. The top three popular players realize security is the only
reason for them to get a favorable decision from Raja. Hence, they should be raising points that will focus on
guidelines that DTC has submitted to ensure the confidentiality of the players’ schedule and the possible

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implications if such guidelines are breached. Options A, B, C and D are appropriate to be discussed as they
focus on the given aspects. Option E does not fall under the pointers that DTC has submitted to ensure the
confidentiality of the players’ schedule. It is out of context to the given situation.
Hence, the correct answer is option E.

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155. C
The 1st handi of sabji is brought from home. This can be served for 12 customers. Two plates of puri's are
made in 10 mins.
Now in 30 min, the number of puri-sabji that can be served = 6
After 30 min, the sabji needs to be heated which taken 10 mins.
Hence, in the remaining 20 min 4 plates of puri-sabji can be served.
Hence, in total in the first hour 10 plates of puri-sabji can be served.
Hence, option C is the correct answer.

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156. E
It is mentioned that hospital staff frequently visit his stall during office hours as they find his dosas to be
reasonably priced. Option E dissuades him the most because if shifted to the hospital food court, the minimum
price should be Rs 200, which may discourage staff from visiting the stall.
Options A and C may bother Dileep to some extent but not more than option E.
Options B and D are incorrect as the statements support shifting the stall.
Answer is option E.

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157. A
Option A provides a justification why Palani's expenses are on a higher side. Also, the other options involve a
level of subjectivity. The truth in the claims cannot be verified in the other options and hence, a decision cannot
be arrived. Option A talks about a quantifiable reason and hence, Satyendar can make a decision. Therefore,
option A is the right answer.

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158. E
We have to analyze the nature of the games before answering the questions. '
Snake and ladder' is a game based on luck. Past performance in the game cannot be held as a reflection of
one's true potential. 'Shooting' is a game extremely dependent on the skills of the player. Therefore, the past
performance of the player has a huge implication on how the player might perform in the future. In 'cricket' we
have details only about the player hitting the ball. We haven't been provided any information whatsoever
regarding how many runs they scored on those balls. So we can't make a decision based on that. Therefore,
while selecting the cricket team, we have almost limited to no information available.
Therefore, the correct answer would be Option E.

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159. E
We have to analyze the nature of the games before answering the questions.

'Snake and ladder' is a game based on luck. Past performance in the game cannot be held as a reflection of
one's true potential.
'Shooting' is a game extremely dependent on the skills of the player. Therefore, the past performance of the
player has a huge implication on how the player might perform in the future.
In 'cricket' we have details only about the player hitting the ball. A team cannot be composed using batsmen
alone. Therefore, the past performance in this sport, though reflective of the person's abilities, cannot be used
to form a good team since some data are missing.

As we have seen, snakes and ladders is a game based on luck. Therefore, the coach can ignore the data and
select 11 students randomly. Therefore, option E is the right answer.

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160. D
Since the probability of winning is highest at the district level, the students who have the highest average and
scored 100 least number of times must be selected. So, she must select 4, 11 and 13.
Hence, option D is the correct answer.

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161. C
Statement I mentions that the awareness about organic vegetables is low in Panipat. Therefore, this supports
Ram's argument. Statement II doesn't mention anything about Ram not using premium quality organic
vegetables. Statements III, IV and V support Ram's argument for not using organic vegetables.
The answer is option C.

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162. E
Option A doesn't explain report 3, i.e. customer satisfaction. Option B and C are not where related to the given
statement. Option D is incorrect, from given statement we cannot infer that customer satisfaction never leads
to higher customer loyalty.
The answer is option E.

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163. E
The end goal should be to benefit the company. If a deal is reasonably priced and will be profitable, the idea
must be contemplated upon. Statement IV is correct.
Statement V is also reasonable as the deal can be done at a lower price. Also, the one who has burned his
fingers must hurry.
Hence, option E is the correct answer.

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164. D
The passage doesn't mention about the knowledge Rajinder's wife has. Therefore, option A is incorrect. His
boss will only be interested in expanding Bigmart's business. Therefore, option B is incorrect. Talking to his
uncle Balwant, would help him in finding a way out.
The answer is option D.

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165. A
A linear or exponential growth in the business following an experiment is a good sign for the business. It will
very well boost Girirajan's confidence to continue serving Karnataka food.
Thus, the correct option is A.

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166. D
Option A is inappropriate as it will be unprofessional on Vijya’s part to suppress this information by not paying
heed to the phone call. Options B and C are negated because it is unethical to shrug off the responsibility by
absenting onself from work or by putting it on someone else. Option E is eliminated as it is not feasible to
constitute a committee for every issue. Furthermore, this will only prolong things and will delay the matter.
Option D is the correct answer. Since the matter cannot go unreported so it is advisable to consult the Director
(Vijya’s senior) and seek his opinion on the issue.

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167. B
Statement 1 would mean the acceptance of the allegation which will tarnish the company's image.
Statement 5 would neither be effective in increasing sales nor be able to sway allegations.
The authenticity and accuracy of the report is not known. Hence, the statements 3,2, and 4 are the correct way
to approach the crisis at hand.
Hence, option B is the correct answer.

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168. A
Option A is the least negative among all the options because it suggests a reduction in daily working hours,
which, while impacting income, may provide employees with more time for personal and moonlighting
activities. It is considered the least negative among the given options because it addresses the potential time
constraints without directly impacting health, family life, or financial stability to the same extent as the other
options.
Option B is not correct because moonlighting often involves working additional hours beyond a primary job,
which can lead to less time spent with family. Increased family problems may arise due to a lack of quality time
and attention.
Option C is not correct because moonlighting can lead to an increase in workload, potentially resulting in
excessive stress, fatigue, and poor physical health. The strain of managing multiple jobs may negatively impact
an employee's overall well-being.

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Option D is not correct because overworking, especially when juggling multiple jobs, can lead to burnout and a
decline in performance. Employees may find it challenging to maintain a high level of productivity and focus
when stretched too thin.
Option E is incorrect because if an employer decides to reduce salaries due to moonlighting, it can have a direct
financial impact on employees. This may result in financial strain and dissatisfaction among employees,
potentially leading to decreased morale and motivation.
The most suitable option is A

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169. E
Option E is the correct answer as it allows Dhan to scale up production while maintaining quality control. By
involving willing women in the slum as business partners, she can expand the reach of "Dhan Dhana Dhan"
brand without significant investment in additional space or outsourcing. This decentralized model not only
fosters community participation but also empowers local women, providing a sustainable and inclusive
approach to scaling up the savoury production.
Option A may limit scalability and doesn't leverage external resources efficiently.
Option B risks compromising the quality and uniqueness of Dhan's savouries.
Option C involves additional costs and logistics, potentially affecting quality control.
Option D may alienate the existing customer base in the slum, impacting goodwill.

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170. D
Option D not only addresses the need for assistance in the household chores but also involves Dhan's mother
as a partner in the new venture. By combining efforts, they can share responsibilities and contribute to the
success of the tea-cum-savoury stall, increasing their chances of realizing the entrepreneurial dream together.
Option A would help ease her day-to-day activities but not increase her chances.
Options B and C don’t make sense as her mother has to work to provide for them so asking her to do more work
would be irresponsible.
Option E would help her as it would enable her to devote more time to her venture,but it does not necessarily
increase her chances. This could also hamper her future education prospects.

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171. D
Statement 1 mentions the US market, which doesn't mention anything about the Indian market. Therefore, this
cannot be the first in the order. Statement 2 mentions that there can be customers for ready-to-bake products if
started by Jaydeep. Statement 3 mentions how the sales of ovens will increase in future. Statement 4 doesn't
support the decision. Therefore, this will be the last in the order. Statement 5 mentions the Indian market for
ready-to-bake products. The order will be 2, 3, 5, 1, and 4.
The answer is option D.

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172. E
Option-E

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This option ensures that the new faculty (A type candidates) not only maintains the quality of education in
existing courses but also contributes to updating the course content by developing complementary courses. It
strikes a balance between leveraging the expertise of the existing faculty and bringing in fresh perspectives to
adapt to the changing business landscape.
Option-A
This option focuses on diversity in teaching styles but doesn't explicitly address the need for developing
complementary courses.
Option-B
This option assumes that the existing faculty can develop complementary courses, but it might be challenging
for them to manage this alone, especially considering their existing teaching responsibilities.
Option-C
Hiring candidates solely because they are willing to teach any course may compromise the quality of education.
The focus should be on recruiting individuals who are both good teachers and capable of contributing to course
development.
Option-D
While hiring A type candidates is a good idea, doing so unconditionally without ensuring their contribution to
developing complementary courses may not fully address the challenge of adapting to the changing global
business scenario.
Therefore, E is the best choice.

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173. A
The correct option is A because it focuses on complementary courses, reducing direct competition and
fostering collaboration between new and existing faculty members. It strikes a balance between maintaining
the strengths of the current faculty and introducing innovation through new hires, thereby minimizing conflicts
and politicking.
Option B is not correct because they are described as not-so-good teachers. Allowing them to teach all types of
courses may compromise the overall quality of education, potentially leading to dissatisfaction among students
and conflicts within the faculty.
Option C is not the most suitable option because while it maintains the excellence of existing courses by
assigning A type candidates to teach them. However, it may face resistance from existing faculty members who
might not be comfortable or interested in teaching new courses. This approach may lead to conflicts and
challenges in implementing changes smoothly.
Option D is not correct because it creates a scenario where new A type candidates and existing faculty
members are offering the same courses. This can potentially lead to conflicts and political maneuvering as
faculty members compete for teaching assignments and student attention. The direct competition may hinder
collaboration and harmony among the faculty.
Option E is incorrect B type candidates are described as average teachers but competent in creating and
teaching new courses that complement existing ones. Allowing them to teach all kinds of courses, including
existing ones, might not leverage their strengths effectively, potentially leading to a compromise in the quality of
education for existing courses.

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174. E
Option E is the most efficient choice by combining the teaching excellence of A type candidates with their
capability to develop complementary courses, ensuring a well-rounded and resource-efficient approach.

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Option A is incorrect because it may result in redundancy, as both new A type candidates and existing faculty
members would be teaching the same courses. It can lead to inefficient resource allocation and potential
competition for teaching assignments.
Option B is not the most efficient because B type candidates are average teachers but competent in creating
and teaching new courses. Hiring them exclusively for complementary courses might not efficiently utilize their
skills in teaching existing courses.
Option C is not the correct answer because the existing faculty members may not have the expertise or
inclination to develop complementary courses. This approach might lead to inefficiencies in course
development and potentially compromise the quality of new courses.
Option D is incorrect because C type candidates, described as not-so-good teachers, may not be the best fit for
teaching-assistant responsibilities. This option may result in challenges in maintaining teaching quality and
efficient utilization of faculty resources.
The correct option is E

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175. B
The correct option is B.
Suggestion 3 goes against the core ethos of WBLCF, which focuses on providing meals to the needy without
imposing restrictions on their food intake. Encouraging diners to eat less may contradict the principle of
ensuring that everyone has enough to eat.
Suggestion 4 is similar to Suggestion 3. Preaching people to eat less is not aligned with the ethos of WBLCF,
which is centered around addressing hunger rather than promoting dietary restrictions.
Suggestion 5 may also contradict the mission of WBLCF. While rationing may be a practical approach to reduce
wastage, it could conflict with the principle of providing enough food for those who are hungry. Imposing strict
limits on the amount of food served may contradict the mission of ensuring that "no human should be hungry."

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176. B
Option B is the most prone to error because it allows supervisors to decide on leave. This introduces the risk of
favoritism, biases, or inconsistencies in granting leave, potentially affecting employees' chances of promotion.
Supervisors may be influenced by personal relationships or subjective judgments, leading to a less fair and
objective evaluation process.

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177. E
Option C is incorrect as it is worst thing someone can do to support a cause. Option B is incorrect as
constructing bridge doesn't disturb the life of fishes, frogs etc., Options A may help but are not the most
feasible options when compared to option E.
E is a better choice over D as a Panchayat as a resolution passed by the panchayat would be more credible.
Answer is option E.

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178. D
Option A won't necessarily solve the problem as the son can always work at the farm and doesn't really need
the job.

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Option B could increase the problems for the MNC as it is akin to taking away Chanchala's livelihood.
Options C and E may lead to more instances of people accusing the MNC.
Option D is the best option as the villagers employed by the company can make a good case for it and
Chanchala is more likely to listen to them than to the MNC.
Hence, the answer is option D.

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179. D
Option A might lead to tensions between the Panchayat and the MNC as the spring is the primary water source
for the villagers, and they might not be ready to switch to an alternate source.
Option B will lead to the brand losing its uniqueness, and they won't be able to charge the same price for the
water, leading to a loss in revenue.
Option C will lead to a substantial financial undertaking as the MNC will have to sign new deals and set up a
new bottling plant.
Option E will lead to tensions between the farmers and the MNC as they will lose their primary source of
income.
Option D is the best choice as it is a win-win situation for both parties.
Hence, the answer is option D.

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180. C
Options A, D, and E neither support nor weakens the point mentioned by Manikandan that once the project is
completed, G&P may not need your skills. In option B, it is mentioned that Manikandan's contact has left G&P,
but there can be many reasons for leaving the company. Option C infers that there are employees still working
with G&P who worked on similar projects earlier.
The answer is option C.

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181. D
The Assistant Director states that spending the budget is unnecessary because their regular programs are
already widely known. However, the Director feels that only by utilizing the entire budget can a similar amount
be demanded the next year. In this case, it would be best to come up with some data/analysis to determine the
next course of action. Hiring an external agency to study the gaps and needs is a valid course of action. Option
A, C and E are contrary to the Director’s opinion. Option B may not be effective at all. It also makes little sense.
Hence the answer is option D.

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182. E
The stakeholders - the management and the doctors - are at loggerheads. The best option would be to start
with a needs analysis. Step 1 would be the most appropriate option for the first step. After that, building a
consensus among doctors and paramedics on a possible way forward and preparing an action plan along with
financial implications would be suitable steps. Thus 1, 2, 3 is the right sequence. Steps 4 and 5 do not address
the problem at hand.
Hence, the correct answer is option E.

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183. C
Options A and D focus on poor and rich kids only. They can be easily eliminated. Option E makes no sense.
Between options B and C, the latter states how empowerment can be achieved. Option B is too general in
nature. Eliminate option B.
Hence, the correct answer is option C.

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184. E
The only solution that pertains to family problem (since it deals with family issues) is mentioned in statement 5
of the previous question - " Marathe should suggest Kale to visit a family counsellor." Therefore if Marathe has
to agree with Lakhote's opinion of not addressing the personal problems of employees then this solution
(statement 5) becomes invalid. Hence the correct answer is option E.

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185. D
Since Mr Biswas already has a long experience in the construction field, with the help of the best engineers and
products under the supervision of his family, he can ensure the best quality for the house.
Thus, the correct answer is D.

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186. B
Since he already has one handi of sabji, he will invest the first 30 minutes of starting time in making puris in the
oven.
As 1 oven cooks 2 plates of puris in 15 minutes, in the first 30 minutes, he will be able to prepare 8 plates of
puris.

Total plates of Puri = 11*2

Now, profit = 15 × 22 = 330 - 50 (Transport cost) = 280
Thus, the correct answer is B.

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187. B
The Principal did need not mention the anonymous mail. Hence option A is eliminated. She can directly address
the concerns of the students without referring to the mail. Option C and D tantamount to accepting that the
syllabi are outdated. It is necessary to address the concerns of the students; hence option E is also eliminated.
Option B is correct as it assures the students about the efforts being made from the management side.

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188. B
The motive is to stop the degradation of the environment. So, only afforestation won't work. Steps which would
discourage people from polluting the environment should be taken. Option B is correct.
Option E only mentions about rewarding those who are active in afforestation efforts, but has no provision for
punishing those who pollutes the environment. Same is true for option C too.
Option D is too extreme and cannot be suggested.
Option A has two issues - It is suggesting to charge cess from all businesses without taking into consideration
that some businesses might not be polluting the environment. Also, it is assuming that only business pollute
environment and is not holding people responsible for it.
Hence, option B is the correct answer.

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189. B
The only possible way to allocate the rooms is:

Ground Floor(Total Residents = 9)

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First Floor(Total Residents = 18)
Thus, the total number of residents = 9 + 18 = 27.
Thus, the correct option is B.

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190. D
Consider the sentence: "..........and both have been nominated for officer status." Option D proves that they are
yet to become officers. It means that they are not holding the same positions.
Hence, option D is the correct answer.

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191. E

S- Source station
D- Destination Station.

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Option (A):
Starting from Jamshedpur = 15:55
Arrival time at Delhi (RS) = 10:35(2nd day)
She can depart from Delhi (RS) earliest by 10:35(2nd day) + 00:30(Station to Work) + 0:05(Wait time) +
6:00(Work time) + 00:30(Work to station) + 0:05(Wait time) = 17:45(2nd day)
Train 12444 departs from Delhi (RS) at 17:20. So she will catch the train the next day.
The train reaches Jamshedpur on 12th Jan at 10:35.
Tina will be out of Jamshedpur from 9th (15:55) to 12th (10:35), i.e. for 66 hrs. 40 mins.
Option (B):
tarting from Jamshedpur = 15:55
Arrival time at Delhi (RS) = 10:35(2nd day)
She can depart from Delhi (RS) earliest by 10:35(2nd day) + 00:30(Station to Work) + 0:05(Wait time) +
6:00(Work time) + 01:30(Work to airport) + 01:00(early arrival time) = 19:40(10th)
So, she can take AI9809 on the 11th at 5:50.
She can reach Jamshedpur on 11th at 5:50 + 1:45 + 3:00 (for flying time + Road travel to Jamshedpur) = 10-35
(11th)
She was out of Jamshedpur for 11th (10-35) - 9th(15-55) = 42 hrs. 40 mins.
Option (C) and (D) are inconsistent with the conditions as train 12801 doesn’t depart from Delhi.
Option (E):
Source is Jamshedpur(AI9810)
Time of departure from home = 8:00 - 4 hour = 4:00
Arrival time at Delhi = 9:45
She can depart by flight earliest by 9:45 +1:30(Airport to work) + 6:00(Work time) + 1:30(Work to Airport) +
1:00(Early Arrival) = 19:45
So, she can board AI9809 on 10th Jan at 5:50
So, she will reach Jamshedpur at 5:50 + 1:45(flying time) + 3:00(travel to Jamshedpur to Ranchi) = 10:35(10th)
She is out of Jamshedpur from 4:00 (9th) to 10:35(10th), i.e. 30 hrs. 35 mins.
Thus, the correct option is E.

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192. D
To woo all the senior members, Mr Shiv will have to develop work routines along the lines of ERP project
requirements.
From the last lines of the question, it can be seen that normal services to other business units were being
unattended to, and hence, he must have the extra resources for dealing with the issue.
Since option D captures the essence of the solution in the aptest manner, the correct answer is D.

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193. B
The probability of winning an international competition is the lowest. So, most consistent scorers must be
chosen who have scored the highest most number of times. Thus, 2, 8 and 14 is an appropriate choice.
Hence, option B is the correct answer.

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194. D
Option B only talks about comfort and not safety. Hence, it is rejected.
Option C talks about a second loan which does not concern the given situation and hence, is rejected.
It is given that the customers will not pay more for safety. Thus, option A is rejected.
Among options D and E, only D will make sure that the taxis are both comfortable and safe with adding a strict
punishment clause.
Hence, the answer is option D.

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195. D
Options A, C and E are rejected as they point toward bribery. The police should not require any gifts for doing
their jobs of stopping crime.
Option B is rejected as the size of the bribe does not matter.
Option E is the correct choice because if similar boxes are being sent to those other places, then it means that
it is not meant to be a bribe.

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196. A
As per the given conditions the following details have been mentioned .

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So If he wants to use Use crop A for the upcoming years in the month of January we must make sure that the
month pf December must be left empty because we cannot use crop A in the month of November .
Considering crop A and crop B only they could be used from January to September . A period of 9 months . The
reason for considering B is that it requires low time frame and relatively higher profits .
If we plan to use only A and B for the period of 9 months we are left with a period of 3 months and since we
cannot sow a crop in the month of December and we are left with October and November .No crop can be
completely harvested in the period of 2 months . Hence we must stop using A and B even before the month of
September is reached.
While considering a set of crops the choice must be made on the basis of low time period and High Returns .
After February is complete we can extend the crop A once more or twice more which gives us returns of USD
80000 for the period of Jan to April or USD 120000 from Jan to June .
The other case leaves us with taking a gap of 1 month in the month of March and sowing B in April .
If B is sowed in April and May it would provide a return of USD(40000+ 50000) =USD 90000 . (2)
If B is sowed in 2 consecutive sessions of April, May and June, July we earn USD (40000 +100000) = USD
140000 . (3) .
Until the month of August the best choice is sowing A from Jan to Feb , Leaving the land empty for March and
sowing crop B from April to July .
After July taking a gap of 1 more month to sow a different crop and make sure the crop is harvested in 3
months since
December cannot be used.
The best choice is to sow crop D which is harvested in three months September , October and November and
generate a profit of USD 60000 .
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197. B
The key thing to understand here is that Saroj is a new person in town. He is not familiar with the reliability of
Prabhu's service. The reason given by Prabhu should be enough to convince him to trust Prabhu over Manoj,
both of whom are equal in his eyes at the moment.
Let's look at the options individually.
Option A: Talking about the economic side of things might help Saroj, being a CFO, understand that the model
offered by Manoj would actually not be sustainable and the prices would go up sometime down the line. But
this does not mean that they cannot use the service until it's available at a lower price. As soon as Manoj
increases his prices, someone (the market) would come again with lower prices to make Manoj go out of
business, and they can avail the lower prices again. So this reasoning does not help Prabhu in convincing Saroj;
the steel plant can always keep choosing the lowest prices available.
Option C: Although Ms. Nidhi Tawde might vouch for Prabhu's services' safety and reliability, she is as much a
stranger to Saroj as Prabhu. Although her statement might add one perspective in favour of Prabhu, this would
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Option D: Although this might convince Saroj to choose Prabhu, this would not be a sustainable option. Not only
would it hurt Prabhu, but as soon as Prabhu would want to increase his prices, Saroj would go back to other
service providers who would be charging less.
Option E: Talking negatively about Manoj would not convince Saroj, as again, from Saroj's perspective, both
Manoj and Prabhu are offering their services and would claim to be more reliable than the other.
The only way Saroj would be convinced would be if someone whom Saroj would find reliable vouched for
Prabhu's reliability. With his reputation and his time working for the official trips for the steel plant, there would
be a lot of employees who would have travelled with Prabhu and would be familiar with his reputation. If Prabhu
asks Saroj to discuss with his colleagues, as suggested in option B, who would vouch for Prabhu over Manoj,
Saroj would be convinced to keep using Prabhu's services even at a higher price.
Therefore, Option B is the correct answer.

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198. D
After testing the market the total cost incurred= 50+10=60Cr.
The product will be a success 30% of times after the marketing test is unfavourable. So the probability of
success is 0.3.
The probability of failure= 0.7.

The expected return is = 20 × 0.7+100$$\times\$$0.3 = 44Cr.

Total profit= 44-60 Cr=-16Cr.

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199. B
Statement (V) is unrelated to the topic and will not help the case of Mr Opportunist.
Statements (II) and (III) are against Mr Loyal, which may harm Mr Opportunists' case as Mr Loyal is an
important member with a significant following.
Statements (I) and (IV) together will help Mr Opportunist's case as they mention the harm that Mr Loyal's
nomination may cause to the party and also why he is the best fit for the same.
Hence, the answer is option B.

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200. B
Statement 5 can be rejected as it is not a valid argument. Just because it is a common practice does not make
it right. Hence, it will not convince his son.
Option 2 can also be rejected as this still does not change the problem.
Option 3 is rejected as it is unethical to sell bad products to poor customers.
Options 1 and 4 together will convince his son as to explain why the practice is not a problem and also provide
evidence for the same.
Hence, the answer is option B.

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201. B
Option B is the best course of action for Nalini regarding Shalini's inclusion in the team. It encourages open
communication and negotiation, which are key to resolving conflicts and misunderstandings in a professional
setting. Nalini can explain the project's importance and how Shalini’s experience and skills can contribute to its
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Option A: This could potentially escalate the situation and create further tension between Nalini and Shalini.
Option C: This undermines Nalini’s authority and autonomy as the chosen leader for the project.
Option D: This could escalate the situation and might not resolve the issue at hand. It’s generally better to try
and resolve conflicts directly with the person involved before involving HR.
Option E: This might not be effective because it doesn’t address Shalini’s concerns or her desire to lead the
team. Forcing Shalini to join the team without addressing these issues could lead to a hostile work environment
and might not contribute to the success of the project.

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202. E
Among the given options, only option E protects her pro-development image by convincing people that the
project will improve the socio-economic conditions of area and benefit the residents.
Answer is option E.

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203. B
The best way to reduce the risks of vehicles inside the campus will be to limit their use inside the campus.
Option B gives the most appropriate solution as the space outside the campus will not only provide an
increased parking space it will also decrease the number of vehicles inside the campus.
Since this approach has also taken care of cases of emergencies,
The correct option is B.

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204. E
Statements 1, 2, and 4 weaken Vimla's case as if true; this will directly make her a suspect.

Statements 3 and 5 will decrease the likelihood of Vimla stealing the money; if true, the eldest son of Sherya will
have a motive for stealing the money.
Thus, the correct option is E.

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205. A
Options B, C, and E will publicize unethical behaviour in public and hence will not help much with his case.
Option D will have a counterintuitive effect on his image.
Option A will be the most appropriate way to publicize him as it will not only revive the memory of the incident
but also will give a boost to his Robinhood image.
Thus, the correct option is A.

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206. D
The most important reason for terminating the contract of Damdu would be the people of Churna feel that their
produce might lose association with Churna and develop association with Damdu. The next important reason
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confined to Churna only. The remaining three statements state the things Churna people will lose of which the
most important would be their bargaining skills followed by their identity and then the social interaction with the
outer world. So the correct order is 1, 2, 5, 3, 4.

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207. B
Dhanraj may be a friend of Swarna and still scam Rohini so option A is eliminated. Option D is irrelevant so
eliminate it. If Rohini's sixth term starts in a month then she can wait for the replacement of her crashed
monitor, so option E is eliminated. Now among option B and C, option B provides a more reliable reason for
Rohini to accept the offer because if she is a long term customer of the Maple Store which runs the service
centre then she can trust Dhanraj and also the store would not want to lose a long term customer so
suggestion provided by them can be regarded as genuine.

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208. A
Shreya should not lie to the client so option B can be eliminated. Option E can be eliminated as their
organisation will lose the client. Option D can be eliminated as that would be unfair to Himaja. Option D can be
eliminated as insulting Himaja in front of the client will be demoralising for Himaja. therefore the best course of
action would be option A.

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209. B
Option A will reduce Amala's chances of getting a PPO as it will seem like running away from a problem instead
of finding a solution.
Option D will also avoid the problem, and her poor performance may also damage her networking.
Option E does not help Amala solve her problem at all.
Option C is a good choice but it has to be taken into account that Shabnam will also be very busy with her
project and trying to get a PPO and will probably not be able to help Amala too much.
Option B is the best choice as it shows Amala's honesty and her preparedness to learn and seek help.
Hence, the answer is option B.

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210. E
Since Vindhya wants to convey the complete picture to the organisation, option A can be rejected.
Option B can also be dismissed as separating the data will not provide an accurate picture of the situation.
Options C and D may lead to some tension among the HR department and Vindhya and may cost her the PPO.
Option E is the best option as Vindhya is still following her mentor's suggestions and also getting the whole
information.
Hence, the answer is option E.

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211. E

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Option A would be unethical and thus can be rejected.
Option B will also be wrong as after removing the contaminants, the water won't be natural spring water. So
marketing it as such will be cheating the customers.
The unique selling point of the brand was that they were selling natural spring water and were also charging a
premium for it. If they rebrand it as purified water, then it would lose it's uniqueness.
Option D will lead to massive losses for the MNC and can be rejected.
Option E is the best choice for the company as it will help them stay in business while they solve the problem.
Hence, the answer is option E.

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212. A
We have to choose the option that will provide the best course for the Small Shop to increase the variety of
products.
Option B discourages the increase in variety and thus, can be rejected.
Option C mentions a minimum order every month, which could lead to the problem of unsold products. Hence, it
can be dismissed.
Option D does not solve the problem of unsold products and also adds the cost of new rental space.
Option E says to exclusively sell expensive products. It will not increase the variety. Also, the expensive
products will only form 10% of the total revenue, which is insignificant for such a drastic change.
Option A is the best option, as it ensures the increase in variety as well as solves the problem of unsold
products.
Hence, the answer is option A.

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213. C
The Small Shop will be convinced to take up the offer if it has long-term benefits for the shop.
Option A will lead to the shop losing two employees for 3months. This will cause a problem for the proper
functioning of the shop for those months. Thus, it will not encourage the owner to take the deal.
Option B will not encourage the deal as it will be a great risk as the brand is very new.
Option D is not related to the decision.
Option E is convenient for the shop but does not show that the business will improve. It just talks about
maintaining the status quo.
Option C is the best option as it shows that the revenues from repairing are going to increase every year. This
will encourage the shop in taking the deal.
Hence, the answer is option C.

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214. A
The prosperity of plains people tempts mountain people. Options B, C and D don't improve the prosperity of
mountain people. Option E doesn't directly help mountain people to improve their prosperity. Option A directly
helps mountain people to improve financially.
The answer is option A.

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215. B
Doing nothing will not progress the organization. Therefore, (1) is ruled out. It is important to set a direction for
the organization in this challenging time. Therefore, (2) is the most important step followed by (3) and (4). In
view of necessity of ideas, it is important to hire new consultants. Hence, the order is 2, 3, 4, and 5.
The answer is option B.

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216. E
In this question, we should consider the points that help Balaji score better in the examination. Statements III
and VI discuss the benefits of joining the college and don't mention any point related to the exam, while
statements I, II, IV and V would help in Balaji's preparation.
The answer is option E.

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217. E
Following the advice of a person who has completed a similar task is not really a valid step to follow in a
process. If it is followed, the rest of the actions would be irrelevant so we can ignore statement 4. From the
other options, it would be prudent to first seek selection criteria to shortlist the bidders, then rate all 20
agencies on a scale and finally select the five lowest bids. Thus option E contains the appropriate sequence of
actions.

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218. E
The most interactive and effective way to increase the learning among paramedics and doctors would be the
one in which they meet everyday and discuss their insights. Thus option E is the best choice. Option A does not
help in mutual learning. Option B and D are not as interactive as E. Option C is not practical as giving lectures to
others before they start their work is not a great way of learning or exchanging notes at all in an hospital type
work environment.

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219. E
Option A can be dismissed as real estate is not the criteria for choosing Kazipeth. As the franchisee also needs
to generate revenue.
Option B is about Jangaon and not Kazipeth. Hence, it can be dismissed.
Option C mentions teenagers being attracted to rollover ice cream. But it doesn't necessarily convert into higher
sales.
Option D talks about higher population density in Warangal and Jangaon. Hence it will not encourage her to
open a shop in Kazipeth.
Option E is the best choice as it is mentioned that one of the reasons Divya was attracted to Kazipeth is
because it is an education hub.
Hence, the answer is option E.

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220. B
Since Mr Murugan is willing to deposit an amount and wait for the first car to be available, option B makes the
most sense. It ensures that Mr Murugan purchases the car and also lets him know about policy.
Option A is also valid but not as suitable as B.
Transferring the amount to Electro Automobile's account does not make sense. Hence, C can be dismissed.
Options D and E can lead to Mr Murugan cancelling his order.
Hence, the answer is option B.

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221. E
Appreciation by boss can never be demotivating for an employee. It will rather boost the morale of an employee
and motivate him to work to hard. Hence, Vardarajan’s declining involvement cannot be attributed to the fact
that his bosses appreciated him. Thus, option E is the most unlikely reason for his declining involvement in
work. Options A, B, C and D, if true, could be considered as likely reasons for Vardarajan’s disinterest in work
and hence are incorrect.

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222. A
The most appropriate combination would be 1, 2, 3. Giving Vardarajan a more challenging assignment would
address his lack of interest in work. Transferring him from the Projects department to the Training department
could provide him with new opportunities and a change of environment. Asking him to take a vacation for two
months would give him a break and a chance to recharge. These steps together would help to motivate
Vardarajan and address his lack of interest in work.

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223. C
Loss of retail customers does not necessarily mean loss of revenue. It is important to understand that this
reduction in retail customers may be by design and an organizational objective. The organization may have
been trying to shift its customer base from retail to commercial and their success in doing so can account for
the increase in revenue. Hence answer choice C is correct.

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224. A
The reason why doctors have not embraced the surgery has to be linked to its potential side effects. Answer
choice A tells us that the surgery can result in serious complications including death and this is a reason
enough for the doctors to not recommend its use. Options B and C tell us the prevalence and effects of obesity
which do not explain why doctors are wary of the discussed mode of treatment. Option D talks about how other
methods like dieting are not very effective. Option E is irrelevant as it talks about cost and financing, something
which the doctor may not be concerned with.

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225. C

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To make a decision, there must be a factor that encourages/discourages the distribution of territories to his
subordinates.
Options A shows that Sayed has been a good performer, and can be allotted a fair share of the territories.
Option B shows that Sayed is in a tight spot, and hence can be allowed to focus more on his territory and not
assign him significantly more territories.
Similarly, Options D and E provide info as to how the performance of Godwin has been. They would help
Satyender to decide to assign more territories or fewer territories according to the performance of Godwin over
the past years.
Note that C provides no such factor of consideration. It merely states that there is a new territory that faces stiff
competition. What about the other territories, what should be their distribution? Even we are unsure about this
territory. Let us say Palani's performance is poor. But should this territory be assigned to Godwin or Sayed, who
is a better performer? Hence, C does not lead us anywhere.

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226. B
We need to find the option where we can say that the senior employees are misguiding Sudarshan, which is
best explained in option B. The senior employees were given respected positions that means they were being
valued which contradicts the senior person's claims. The other options can be eliminated.

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227. A
The leakage of information should be prevented. Sudharsan Lal is supposed to know the proceedings of the
company but it should be through a formal communication channel.

We can eliminate option B since it proposes an immature course of action.

Option C can be eliminated as well since it proposes no step to curb the leak of information.
We can eliminate option D since it does not propose any course of action.
Option E can be eliminated as well since it spoils the relationship between him and the business heads. Also, it
fails to find out the person responsible for leaking the information and even if someone is fired, there is no way
to know whether Chhaganlal has fired the right person.

Chaganlal should request Sudharsan to be patient till he gives out the information. This will ensure that
Sudharsan will not have the need to depend on second-hand information and hence, will address the root cause
of the issue. Therefore, option A is the right answer.

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228. D
Rose and Emily would not help Jonathan in annexing K as it may make him stronger. Hence, neither option A
nor B can be the answer. It is not indicated if Rose and Emily have any intentions of attacking Jonathan. Even if
a rift is created between Emily and Rose, they would realise the intentions of Jonathan when he attempts to
annex K. Thus, Jonathan should secretly double his army so that neither Emily nor Rose would know about it.
Hence, option D is the best option.

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229. C

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Eliminating the tribes is not a viable option as it will further aggravate the problem so option B can be
eliminated. Option A cannot be the answer as Jonathan may become a threat in future. Option D further
aggravates the problem. Option E does not help in controlling the tribes. Option C is the best option for King
Summer Sault to focus on economic development.

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230. C
The goal is to find a solution that will immediately stem the falling stock prices.
Here, the options A, D and E will not help and can even exacerbate the problem and hence are eliminated.
Option B could help, but the committee’s investigation might take a considerable time, and we want an
immediate solution.
Option C will show the consumers that the company prioritises quality. Their openness to letting people
scrutinise the relevant documents will show that the company has nothing to hide.
Hence, this option has the best chance of solving the problem and is the answer.

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231. E
We need a solution that will show all the employees that the decision to exonerate Bhushan was based on facts
and his merit and not nepotism.
Options A, C and D, will have the opposite effect, as doing nothing and sacking the employees will increase the
people’s suspicions and give rise to even more rumours.
Option B suggests forcing Bhushan to resign temporarily, but doing so will show that Ava does not have
confidence in the committee’s decision.
Option E is the best among these. A town hall meeting, open to all employees, will show that the committee and
Ava are not afraid to answer any questions that may arise and demonstrates their willingness to be transparent
about their decision, with their employees.
Hence, option E is the answer.

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232. D
The dispute is regarding the ownership of stones. Neither option A nor C is a fair decision as not every stone is
rolled down. Moreover, some of the stones rolled down form B's region also. Option B is irrelevant as there is no
issue with ownership of water and neither there is a necessity to cause hardship to B. Rolling down of stones
does not lead to transfer of ownership. Thus option D is the best among the given options.

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233. C
Option C is the best option as they have to optimize the resources based on the individual demand.
Option A all the three lose control over the problems.
Option B again may not lead to sufficiency for construction of each of the house.

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234. B

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Suggestion 5 cannot be a part of the correct solution as the employees themselves have requested the
organisation for help.
Suggestion 4 is the matter concerning the private life of the employee family.
Suggestion 1 is to set up a precautionary fund covering expected expenditure for all such employees, which
may be costly.

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235. E
When all the stake holders are involved, there would be checks and balances and hence the scope of misuse is
the least. Therefore, option E is the best choice here.

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236. E
Switching to physical lock will be a retrograde step. Digital lock provides Madhuri with an option to monitor her
apartment remotely and a physical lock will not allow her to do the same. Therefore, we can eliminate option A.

We can eliminate option B too since it suffers from the same flaw as option A.
It has been given that the cleaner will be available only for a limited period every day. Therefore, the cleaner
cannot be asked to explain the working of digital lock and hence, we can eliminate option C as well.
Madhuri cannot afford to be indifferent. Doing so will result in unsatisfied customers. Therefore, we can
eliminate option D as well.
Option E states that Madhuri should educate her customers using a video on how to operate the digital lock.
Releasing such a tutorial will ensure that the grievance of the customers get redressed. Also, Madhuri can
continue using the digital lock as well. Therefore, option E is the right answer.

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237. E
Option A is limiting the choices, not the best solution in this case.
Option B is incorrect as it increases operational effort for Madhuri.
Option C is ruled out as cleaner cannot stay whenever guests leave the apartment.
Option D is not an effective solution as customers may still not leave their keys behind despite the polite
reminders given to the customers.
Option E addresses the concerns that customers don't leave the keys behind, as well gave an option to recover
a portion of the cost, if such incidents still occur.
Option E is correct.

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238. A
Since Himaja is a fresh recruit so she is in a learning phase and even though she has made a few mistakes but
still Nirmal should not be rude or harsh to her. So option B, C and D can be eliminated. Now between option A
and E, option A is a better choice as Nirmal should is just warning her so that she be careful in the future
meeting while Option E says that Nirmal is blaming Himaja for the situation she has put him in.

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239. B
The most reasonable way to end the outrage without much harm to the restaurant's image will be to convince
the waitress to admit her mistake and reinstate her as a waitress. Since this will not be an easy task as they
have wronged her by the disproportionate firing, the best option will be to apologize to her first.
Thus, the correct option is B.

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240. B
If the local contractors enjoy a good reputation for their work among the local property holders, it will provide
more credibility to them despite being unregistered.
If option B is true, it will improve their chances of getting the contract.
Thus, the correct option is B.

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241. A
Constructing a parking lot outside the campus will decrease the number of vehicles inside the campus. Also, it
will not only take care of the pollution issues, which is the main concern of the passage, but it will also help in
funding the construction of the parking space.
Thus, the correct option is A.

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242. E
20% of the total customers is a significant number, and thus, implementing their requests should be among
Girirajan's priorities.
Since he wants to experiment with this potential opportunity, he should add some of the requests made by
the Kannadigas to his menu for the next day to analyze the behaviour of the customers. Also, displaying them in
a separate menu will make it easier for the be an excellent idea to gauge the customer's behaviour.
Thus, the correct answer is E.

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243. B
Option A will not help in fulfilling his first objective.
Option E is extreme and is not possible.
Options C and D are out of the context.
As players have cited security concerns, assuring them of their security would help them in cooperating in the
implementation of drug testing. Providing security to the players would appease the general public and the
players could not deny the enforcement of drug testing if their concerns are swayed. Both the objectives will be
fulfilled in that case.
Hence, option B is the correct answer.

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244. B
Option i and iii are best suited to strengthen the case. Option iv is ruled out as it is considered very aggressive,
while option v talks about not-so-related issues.

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245. E
An investor would not invest where the company seems losing over its competitors.. As per the option E,
merger of the two companies has no visible advantage over the competitors.
An investor usually invests in companies that are profitable in the longer run.
The newer entities had better offers for customers. However, it does not prove that the newer entities would be
more profitable than the other entities. Hence, A option is incorrect.
Option D is incorrect. To reject an entire investment because of the character of a person is baseless.
Between B and E, B points out why the merger would give not distinct advantage to the new entity; however E
points out why the merger is a massive risk.
Hence, option E is the correct answer.

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246. A
If Timon breaks up the silver bar into five pieces of lengths 1, 2, 4, 8 and 16 inches, he can pay the rent for all 31
days, without having to pay any advance rent. Hence option A is the answer.

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247. B
Since the offer of Cozy_travel involves giving two free tickets irrespective of the service, there is something to
gain from all the services.
But, since the passenger's name can be amended, the tickets can be transferred to friends or kin. This aspect of
Cozy_travel has the greatest potential to give them an excellent edge over their competitors.
Thus, the correct option is B.

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248. D
The result of the shortlist will be announced within the first two weeks after the exam, and the interview will be
held within 15 days after the shortlist.

As the exam is on 2nd January, the interview will happen anytime 31st January.
Now, since all the options have at least 15 days restriction between the day of booking and travel, none of the
offers will be applicable for the interview date, as the interview will be held within 15 days after the shortlist.
Option A: Because of the date restrictions, it is not a feasible option to go for, as it involves the day of booking
only 15 days prior to 31st January.
Options B and E: Because of the extra booking charges of the hotel, this option can be eliminated.
Option C: Since the booking for the free ticket should be made prior to 21 days before the travel, this option can
also be eliminated as the interview date cannot be predicted.
Option D: Although one will not be able to use the free ticket because of the date restrictions, the refund of the
base fare on the first ticket makes this the most viable option.
Thus, the correct option is D.

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249. D
From the information we can conclude that there are at least 2 engineers and 1 doctor. Also there are more than
2 teachers. Hence, there is only one possibility when there are 3 teachers, 2 engineers and 1 doctor. It is given
that two engineers are from Bangalore and Chennai. It is given that 1 teacher is from Kochi. Also, the
profession of the person who is from Kolkata is same as that of the person who got down at Mughal Sarai. Both
of these persons can be teacher only. We are given that the doctor is not from Mumbai. Hence, we can say that
the doctor is from Hyderabad.
Also the age of the teacher who hail from Kochi = 31 + 4 = 35 years. Tabulating the information,

W is neither the youngest nor the oldest among the travelers from her profession, that means she is a teacher
from Kochi. Hence, option D is the correct answer.

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251. C
Since in the question, we were asked for a way where Mr. Ahmed maximizes the cash flow :
Option A: Collecting the amount from Mr. Murugan maximizes his cash flow but blaming the issue on the PAC
part is not justifiable.
Option B: Collecting the 50 percent advance without completely unaware of the pricing could actually give him a
loss if it is priced at an amount higher than the expected price.
Option C: Collecting the amount from Murugan maximizes the current money flow and making him aware of the
uncertainties is the best way moving forward because this makes him flexible with negotiations.
Option D: Not collecting the amount will not maximize his cash flow and hence the key objective fails.
Option E: Shifting the amount to the company's account will not maximize the cash flow of Mr. Ahmed.

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252. D

S - Source station D - Destination Station

Option (A):
The start of TIna will be at 15:55.
She will reach Delhi at 10:35
She can depart from Delhi (RS) earliest by = 10:35 + 00:30(Station to Work) + 0:05(Wait time) + 6:00(Work time)
+ 00:30(Work to station) = 17:40
The next train will get her to Jamshedpur on the 12th at 10:35
Tina will be out of Jamshedpur from 15:55 to 10-35(3rd Day), i.e. 66 hrs. 40 min.
Option (B):
The start of TIna will be at 06:45.
She will reach Delhi at 04:50

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She can depart from Delhi (RS) earliest by = 04:50 + 00:30(Station to Work) + 0:05(Wait time) + = 5:25
The work will start at 9:00 hrs, and she will finish by 15:00 hrs. By train 12802, she would reach Jamshedpur on
20:05 hrs (3rd Day).
She is out of Jamshedpur for 61 hrs., 20 min.
Option (C):
As train AI9810 departs from Ranchi at 8:00 hrs. She has to reach the airport at 7:00 hrs, and so she has to start
from Jamshedpur at 4:00 hrs. The Flight reached Delhi at 9:45 am, and she would reach the client's place at
11:45 am. As she has to finish the work by 17:00 hrs., she would have to wait till the next day and finish it by
15:00 hrs. She could catch the Flight only on day 3, and she would reach Ranchi at 7:35 hrs and reach
Jamshedpur at 10:35 hrs.
She is out of Jamshedpur for 54 hrs 35 min.
Option (D):
As AI810 departs from Ranchi at 15:25 hrs, she has to be at the airport at 14:25 hrs and leave Jamshedpur at
11:25 hrs. She reaches Delhi and would be able to work on the project from 9:00 hrs to 15:00 hrs on day 2. She
can catch the Flight only on day 3 and would reach Ranchi at 7:35 hrs and can reach Jamshedpur at 10:35 hrs
on Jan 11th.
She was out of Jamshedpur for 47 hrs 10 minutes.
Option (E):
Similar to option C, this approach will also take 54 hrs 35 min.
SInce option D approach takes the least time; the correct option is D.

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253. E
"Ethical - a person is called unethical when he deviates from principles. The principles and their use is often
guided by two
definitions: Moral: society's code for individual survival Ethics: An individual's code for society survival".
Since the society's code of government contractors involves bribing and inflating, Naresh is acting totally ethical
from a Moral point of view.
Also, since 'prices quoted for work have to include bribes, else the bills will not get cleared, and the supervisors
will find multiple faults with the execution of work. This ensures survival and prosperity for contractors'; giving
bribes is not against the Ethics code.
Thus, the correct option is E.

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255. A
Parents push to implement some form of merit pay to motivate teachers. In this question, we need to
disapprove of the statement made by parents. Options A states that teachers are self-motivated and don't need
external input.
The answer is option A.

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256. E
Among the given approaches, only option E is the appropriate one. Only option E is a step to find the solution
for the concerns raised by old consultants.

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The answer is option E.

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257. E
Options A and B doesn't address the dissatisfaction of customers. Options C and D also doesn't help in finding
the reason for customer's dissatisfaction. The answer is option E.

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258. C
Neither (D) nor (E) will help in the expansion of Bigmark's market. Therefore, options D and E are incorrect.
Options A or B cannot be the answer. Rajinder is worried about small traders. Rajinder should see this as an
opportunity to take concerns of local traders and find a way out to benefit the small traders. The answer is
option C.

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259. A
We have to choose an option which will help Mr Loyal's immediate political career.
Options B, C and E do not help Mr Loyal's immediate career.
Option D is a bad choice as it is mentioned that his chances of winning are low. Thus, it might not help his
career much.
Option A is the best choice for Mr Loyal as he will still have a backing of a major party and as it is mentioned
that his chances of winning are high, it is the best choice for his career.
Hence, the answer is option A.

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260. A
Options B and C increase the enthusiasm. Options D and E neither increases nor decrease the enthusiasm.
Among the given options, option A is the appropriate one. Option A to some extent will decrease the
enthusiasm of Mr. Arbit.
The answer is option A.

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261. A
IV doesn't help in expanding business in long run, options D and E are eliminated. It is important to have wide
range of products, I is the most appropriate one. Cost cutting also increases the profits. Therefore, I is followed
by III. Concentrating on a product which already have good market also increases the profit. Therefore, the order
is I, III and II.
The answer is option A.

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262. D

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I, III and IV indicate that giving up work to concentrate on personal life. These are not correct steps to maintain
work life balance. II and V are the appropriate steps to maintain work life balance.
The answer is option D.

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263. E
The hairdressers have agreed on the prices. So, changing the price in any manner would be violation of the
agreement. Thus, options A, B, C incorrect. Note that option C is making the price 0 which is also in violation of
agreement.

In decision making questions, it is important to focus on the premise of the question. The central purpose of
the shopkeeper is to avoid any violation of agreement while retaining his loyal customers. The option that fits
both is the best fit.
In option D, he does not violate the agreement but he is not doing anything to retain the loyal customers.
Hence option E is the best fit among the given options where loyal customers are benefited while not violating
the agreement.
It is entirely true that jumping queue is a moral quandary in itself but as per the central purpose of the author,
option E is the lesser of the evils and logically coherent.
Hence, option E is the correct answer.

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264. D
Random inspection will not be effective. Also, there is no provision of punishment mentioned. Option A is
incorrect.
Options B and C are focused on new taxis and do not resolve current problem.
It has not been mentioned that safety is not offered due to less income generated. Option E is irrelevant.
Option D best serves the purpose. As every taxi needs renewal, affecting it and the taking feedback from
passengers would not allow the taxi drivers and owners to overlook safety and comfort.
Hence, option D is the correct answer.

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265. C
From the information given in the question, we can make the following table about the project and the person
satisfied with it.

We can infer from the table that P cannot satisfy any of the following persons.

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266. C
As per the given conditions the following details have been mentioned .

Now Since for the months of January , February and March we have crop A for use .
So We select crop A for the months of January and February and earns a profit of USD 40000 . (1)
The author wants to replicate the same schedule for the upcoming years.
So If he wants to use Use crop A for the upcoming years in the month of January we must make sure that the
month pf December must be left empty because we cannot use crop A in the month of November .
Considering crop A and crop B only they could be used from January to September . A period of 9 months . The
reason for considering B is that it requires low time frame and relatively higher profits .
If we plan to use only A and B for the period of 9 months we are left with a period of 3 months and since we
cannot sow a crop in the month of December and we are left with October and November .No crop can be
completely harvested in the period of 2 months . Hence we must stop using A and B even before the month of
September is reached.
While considering a set of crops the choice must be made on the basis of low time period and High Returns .
After February is complete we can extend the crop A once more or twice more which gives us returns of USD
80000 for the period of Jan to April or USD 120000 from Jan to June .
The other case leaves us with taking a gap of 1 month in the month of March and sowing B in April .
If B is sowed in April and May it would provide a return of USD(40000+ 50000) =USD 90000 . (2)
If B is sowed in 2 consecutive sessions of April, May and June, July we earn USD (40000 +100000) = USD
140000 . (3) .
Until the month of August the best choice is sowing A from Jan to Feb , Leaving the land empty for March and
sowing crop B from April to July .
After July taking a gap of 1 more month to sow a different crop and make sure the crop is harvested in 3
months since
December cannot be used.
The best choice is to sow crop D which is harvested in three months September , October and November and
generate a profit of USD 60000 .
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267. C
We have to choose the statements which will substantiate Shabnam's thinking that the frequency of travel is
higher than required.
Statement 1 can be dismissed as it will do the opposite job.
Statement 2 can also be dismissed as it is not true for all the employees. Also, this situation is subject to
change as more of them get married.
Statement 3 is a valid point. As their fixed salaries are low and travelling improves their financial health, the
sales executives are more inclined to take more trips than necessary.
Statement 4 is also valid as frequent visits are not required if they don't have any effect on the budget, even
though the margins are high in sales. This would mean that there is no advantage to frequent travel.
Statement 5 is also valid. Since the executives have the autonomy to decide the frequency of travel, they can
travel more than required.
Thus, 3, 4 and 5 are valid points to substantiate Shabnam's thinking.
Hence, the answer is option C.

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268. E
Taking a business decision just because of some words on a sign is not prudent; hence, option A can be
rejected.
Option B can be ignored as the outside villagers form a very insignificant portion of the total revenues.
Option C can be rejected as even though the delivery fee has been charged since last year, it has not improved
The Small Shop's business.
Option D does not mention the kind of business that is being started by the mentioned person.
Option E is the best choice, as the villagers form the majority of the shop's business and if they prefer the shop
from e-commerce, then it is a reason to keep the discount.
Hence, the answer is option E.

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269. A
Option A is the best option. It suggests a direct consequence that could negatively impact Sharda’s
employment and financial stability.Sharing the information with Vimla could risk her current job if Mr. Singh
were to find out and decide to terminate her employment. This potential risk could dissuade Sharda from
sharing the information.
Option B doesn’t provide a strong reason for Sharda to avoid telling Vimla about the ring. Even if Vimla didn’t do
her job perfectly, she might still want to know that the ring was found and that she was wrongly accused of
theft. Therefore, this option doesn’t strongly dissuade Sharda from sharing the information with Vimla.
Option C is not the best because while it’s true that Vimla knows she didn’t steal anything, she doesn’t know
that the ring was found and that her innocence could be proven. Therefore, this information would indeed be
new to her.However, this option does not provide a strong reason for Sharda to withhold the information from
Vimla.
Option D doesn’t directly relate to the situation with Vimla and the ring. It’s more about Sharda’s personal
circumstances and her relationship with Mr. Singh.

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Option E is not the best because it actually provides a reason for Sharda to tell Vimla about the ring, as it shows
that Vimla has been helpful and supportive to her in the past. It doesn’t provide a reason for Sharda to keep the
information to herself.

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270. A
Let's evaluate each option:
Option A: This would best minimize the chance of employers suspecting their domestic workers of theft in the
future.A daily search could serve as a deterrent for potential theft and provide a sense of security for the
employers.

Option B: This might discourage employers from terminating workers without solid proof of theft, but it doesn’t
directly address the issue of suspicion or prevent theft accusations from arising in the first place.

Option C: This might help track down a worker in case of a confirmed theft, but it doesn’t prevent suspicions of
theft or protect workers from being wrongly accused.
Option D: This could potentially prevent some false theft accusations by finding misplaced items, but it doesn’t
completely eliminate the chance of employers suspecting their domestic workers of theft.
Option E: This might discourage employers from making hasty accusations without proof, but it doesn’t prevent
the initial suspicion or accusation of theft. It also puts the burden of proof on the worker, which might not
always be possible.

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271. A
Option A will best dissuade Nalini from declining the bonus. This option suggests that Shalini is known to make
comments that can be perceived as insensitive, and this understanding could dissuade Nalini from declining
the bonus because it frames Shalini’s comment as a characteristic of Shalini’s communication style rather than
a personal critique of Nalini’s performance. Therefore, Nalini might see that the bonus is indeed a recognition of
her hard work and not just a result of favouritism.

Option B: This doesn’t provide a compelling reason for Nalini to accept the bonus. Shalini’s confrontational
nature with her boss is unrelated to Nalini’s performance or the validity of the bonus.
Option C: This doesn’t directly address Shalini’s comment that the bonus is more about favouritism than
performance. While it highlights Nalini’s achievement, it doesn’t counter Shalini’s claim and, thus, may not
effectively dissuade Nalini from declining the bonus.
Option D: This could potentially make Nalini more inclined to decline the bonus, as it implies that the bonus is
given to loyalists. However, it doesn’t directly address Nalini’s concerns about the fairness of the bonus
distribution.
Option E: This is more about Shalini’s past and her relationship with her previous boss. It doesn’t provide a
direct reason for Nalini to keep her bonus. It might make Nalini question Shalini’s judgement, but it doesn’t
validate Nalini’s performance or the bonus she received.

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272. E
Option E is the best thing she could do to normalize her relationship with her teammates.It is the most direct
and constructive approach. By addressing the issue openly, Nalini can express her feelings, clarify any
misunderstandings, and work towards a resolution. It’s important to maintain open lines of communication in a
team, and this approach allows for that.

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Option A: This is a passive approach, which might not resolve the issue and could even allow
misunderstandings to persist.
Option B: This could lead to conflict and doesn’t address the issue with the rest of the team.
Option C: This could help improve relationships, but it might not be effective given the current
circumstances. Since her teammates have been avoiding informal interactions with her, they might not be open
to attending such a gathering.
Option D: This could create a negative environment, and it is unprofessional. It’s unlikely to improve her
relationship with her teammates.

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273. D
Let's look at each option individually.
Option A: This wouldn't help Raman decide to take on the project. Just because he's completed some projects
ahead of schedule in the past doesn't guarantee he can finish this one within the three-month timeframe.
Option B: While Raman could request Flying Groceries and Suraj to allocate more resources to the project,
there's no mention that a lack of resources is the reason for the six-month completion timeframe. Other factors
may contribute to the project's duration, even with additional resources and manpower.
Option C: Even if Suraj opposes the project upon learning Raman would leave the team, that isn't a reason for
Raman to undertake the project knowing he won't see it through to completion. Not starting the project might
be better for Flying Groceries than initiating it and then losing the project lead halfway through.
Option D: Among the given options, this would be the best choice. Although Raman's subordinates' past record
of completing projects doesn't guarantee success with this project, it demonstrates their competence. Even if
Raman leaves halfway through, capable team members could assume his role and finish the project.
Option E: This wouldn't be a valid reason. It would strain Raman with demanding academic requirements from
the Business school he's attending, and it wouldn't align with a company's work ethic. Flying Groceries might
not want to rely on a former employee who might not fully commit to project completion.
Therefore, of all the given options, Option D would best assist Raman in deciding to take on the role of project
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274. C
Let's evaluate each option individually.
Option A: Attempting to mend personal relations with Suraj through unofficial means might soften the hard
feelings between them, but it's not an appropriate way to obtain the required documentation. Additionally,
there's no guarantee that writing an apology letter would improve relations or help Raman reach his goal.
Option B: Although more official and on-point compared to option A, this still doesn't guarantee a smooth
process for Raman to obtain the required documentation from Flying Groceries. Even with official channels,
Suraj might delay the process or downplay his responsibilities given the past conflict. While worth considering,
we should look for a better option.
Option C: This would be the best course of action for Raman. Making it HR's responsibility to provide the valid
documentation of Rajat's work removes the direct involvement of Suraj, eliminating the potential conflict
between Suraj and Raman.
Option D: Asking a former colleague who lacks authority or power in the matter wouldn't significantly impact or
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Option E: Similar to option A, trying to mend personal relations with Suraj is not an appropriate means for
Raman to obtain his documentation. Therefore, this option can be eliminated.
Overall, Option C appears to be the most effective and appropriate course of action for Raman to obtain the
necessary documentation.
Therefore, option C is the correct answer.

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275. B
Option B provides critical information for Vineeta's decision. Vineeta's brother is an SUV enthusiast, suggesting
he has knowledge and experience with these vehicles. He is also a trusted source for this reason. His advice
specifically warns her against Diplomatico cars, which directly impact the brand Shyam (from Balaji Motors) is
promoting.
With this information, Vineeta can investigate the reasons behind her brother's negative perception of
Diplomatico and look beyond the brand Shyam suggested and explore other SUV options available.
Option A highlights Vineeta's lack of knowledge about SUVs, but it doesn't directly influence the decision itself.
Regardless of which brand she chooses, she'll need to research specific models.
Option C focuses on availability, not suitability. The waiting period might be inconvenient, but it doesn't
eliminate SUVs as a whole.
Option D doesn't eliminate SUVs entirely. She might still choose one of the benefits, like cargo space, to
outweigh the challenges of parking and manoeuvring.
Option E: A new dealership, even for a popular brand, doesn't tell Vineeta if they offer SUVs or if they'll be a
better fit than a Diplomatico SUV. It introduces another variable but doesn't directly address the suggestion at
hand.

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276. D
Let us consider each of the pieces of information individually.
Option A: Happy with the Deal: While Vineeta might be happy, the error isn't her fault. Shyam still needs to
recover the loss.
Option B: Software Complexity: This explains the mistake but doesn't excuse Vineeta from receiving an
unintended benefit.
Option C: Wide Network & Potential Customers: Vineeta's extensive network translates to potential future sales
for Balaji Motors. Upsetting her over a Rs. 19,000 mistake could jeopardise this benefit.
Option D: Brother's Knowledge: Vineeta's brother might question the mistake, but it doesn't prevent Shyam from
asking for the money back. He might even advise her to return it to avoid future issues.
Option E: Potential Write-off: If Shyam can convince Diplomatico (the car manufacturer) to absorb the cost of
the extended warranty, it eliminates the need to approach Vineeta altogether.
In essence, maintaining a good relationship with a valuable customer (C) and potentially getting reimbursed by
Diplomatico (E) offer Shyam better ways to address the situation. This is why C and E are the most likely factors
to prevent him from approaching Vineeta. Therefore, Option D is the correct answer.

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277. B
Option B is the best rationale for Vineeta. Here’s why:
Market Expectation: Vineeta might feel that for the price she paid for a high-end SUV, a free extended warranty
is a reasonable expectation within the car dealership industry. This mistake simply fulfills that expectation she
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Bargaining Leverage: By mentioning this common practice, Vineeta can initiate a negotiation with Shyam. She
can argue that since the mistake resulted in a benefit she might have expected anyway, it can be considered a
wash.
Option A- Price Comparison: Even if a similar SUV from Panther might have been cheaper without an extended
warranty, it doesn't negate the fact that the warranty is now covering Vineeta's repairs.
Option C- Time Passed: The time gap doesn't change the fact that the mistake benefited Vineeta.
Option D is entirely focused on the past (she wasn't aware). It doesn't address the current situation or a
potential solution.
Option E- Shyam's Need: This puts the responsibility on Shyam to ask for the money back, rather than Vineeta
taking the initiative to return it, especially since the mistake benefitted her.

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278. C
Option C is the best answer for the following reasons:
1) It weakens the alumni's leverage. If their success relies on ABC's reputation for quality graduates, they have a
vested interest in upholding the school's standards, including a fair admissions process.
2) It shifts the power dynamic. By highlighting the alumni's need for ABC's reputation, the director can frame the
conversation around cooperation for mutual benefit, rather than succumbing to pressure.
Option A highlights the alumni's importance. It emphasizes their role in attracting recruiters, potentially making
the director feel pressured to appease them to maintain that connection.
Option B doesn't directly address the admissions issue. Guest faculty roles are separate from admissions
decisions, and having alumni involved could even be seen as a positive sign of engagement.
Option D is a good option, but option C is even stronger. While it shows there's no precedent for alumni
interference, it doesn't address the alumni's own motivations.
Option E shows the director hasn't given in before, but it doesn't address the current pressure. The alumni might
be more forceful this time, and the director needs a reason to justify saying no again.

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279. C
Option C is the best answer as the alumni's awareness of ABC's "retainable talent pool" directly addresses a key
metric for many business school rankings: graduate employability. If alumni consistently return to recruit
because ABC graduates stay with companies (low turnover), it demonstrates the school's effectiveness in
producing valuable employees. This is a strong selling point for rankings that focus on placement success.
By focusing on alumni satisfaction with the quality of graduates, the director can shift the focus away from
rankings that might not be as relevant to ABC's niche market and concentrate on maintaining the school's core
strength - job placement.
Option A: This doesn't matter for rankings. Research is typically a factor for faculty-focused rankings, not those
aimed at student placement.
Option B: Similar to A, student satisfaction might be a factor in some rankings, but it's not the main focus for
placement-oriented rankings.
Option D: A quick placement record can be a positive for rankings that consider efficiency, but it's not the sole
factor.

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Option E: Past performance doesn't necessarily predict future results. However, it highlights the potential
challenge of breaking into the top ranks.

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280. D
Option D is the best answer because it directly ties placement, the students' primary goal, to class attendance.
An 85% threshold is a significant hurdle, forcing students to prioritize attending classes. This incentivizes them
to be physically present and potentially more engaged to meet the attendance requirement.
Option A: "Thank you" notes wouldn't incentivize attendance and might seem patronizing.
Option B: Financial penalties might demotivate students or create financial hardship. It wouldn't address the
core issue of engagement.
Option C: While appreciating good faculty is a good idea, it doesn't directly address the student attendance
issue.
Option E: Rewarding participation is a good long-term strategy, but it wouldn't immediately address the
attendance problem.

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281. A
Let us examine each piece of information individually.
Statement A highlights the potential frequency of needing repairs, making a mass replacement at Level 3 more
appealing if a malfunction occurs.
Statement B emphasizes the domino effect of a single malfunction. Replacing all valves at Level 3 upon a
malfunction can prevent further issues with neighboring valves.
Statement C: While a discount is always attractive, it doesn't directly address the justification for replacing all
valves at Level 3 upon a single malfunction.
Statement D: Since Level 3 is the deepest and most challenging location, having GoValve, the specialists,
readily available to perform the mass replacement after a malfunction becomes a significant advantage.
Statement E: This information (higher pressure risk near seabed) is generally relevant to blowout prevention but
doesn't directly connect to the decision of replacing all valves at Level 3 upon malfunction. It focuses more on
the overall risk of pressure buildup.
In conclusion, A (frequent malfunctions), B (domino effect on neighboring valves), and D (difficulty of Level 3
replacement) provide the most compelling reasons for DeepSea to accept the clause in the maintenance
package, as they directly address the benefits of replacing all valves at Level 3 upon a single malfunction. So,
Option A is the correct answer.

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282. E
Let us consider the following statement: “A startup, SafeValve, has started importing a technologically superior
brand of valves from abroad, which boasts a significant reduction in gas leakage.”
Now, if it was true that their existing valves are already following the strictest global industry standards of
leakage protection their by ensuring their safety, it would undermine the main reason to switch to SafeValve.
Therefore, Option E is the best answer.
Option A: Cost is a private concern, not a good public reason for rejection.
Option B focuses on DeepSea's existing relationship, not the new valves.
Option C downplays the new technology and doesn't address DeepSea's specific situation.

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Option D, while could be considered a valid concern is not as strong of a reason as option E. Option E
undermines the rationale behind the switch.

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284. D
Option D is the correct answer as extending Aparna's probation provides her with an extended period to
enhance her research and teaching contributions. This acknowledges her valuable social outreach work while
also giving her a clear timeframe to meet the institution's expectations.
By informing Aparna that her probation is extended due to the need for improvement in her research and
teaching, the Dean effectively communicates the importance of meeting these expectations for confirmation.
This ensures transparency and clarity regarding the institution's requirements.
This option strikes a balance between retaining Aparna's talents and ensuring that she meets the institution's
standards. It acknowledges her potential contributions while also setting clear expectations for her to fulfill in
order to secure a permanent position.
By specifying that Aparna would have to leave if her research and teaching do not improve within the extended
probationary period, the option holds her accountable for meeting the institution's expectations. This
incentivizes Aparna to actively work on improving her performance.
Overall, Option D offers a pragmatic approach that addresses both the institution's need to maintain academic
standards and Aparna's potential to contribute positively, thereby ensuring sustainable decision-making in the
given circumstances.

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285. D
Since if situations like this become prevalent in the other parts of the country, then it will dissuade the
companies from investing; hence, the government have to intervene by setting up new committees to reduce
such events in the future.
Also, it will help protect the rights of the contractual labours.
Thus, the correct option is D.

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286. E
Option E is the best option here. Sharda's goal is to help Vimla rebuild her reputation and recover from the
damage caused by the ring incident. Among the options,Option E directly addresses the root cause of Vimla's
dismissal by informing her employers that the theft accusation was false. This action restores Vimla's
credibility and potentially helps her regain her lost jobs.

Option A: This could potentially lead to conflict with Mr Singh and might not necessarily help Vimla. There’s also
a risk that Mr. Singh could terminate Sharda’s employment as a result of the confrontation.
Option B: This might provide Vimla with some satisfaction, but it’s not guaranteed to help her regain her lost
jobs. It could also lead to further conflict with Mr Singh.
Option C: This could help spread the news about the ring, but it might not reach the people who terminated
Vimla’s employment. Therefore, it might not be as effective in helping Vimla regain her job.
Option D: Quitting her job and asking Mr. Singh to hire Vimla might not help, as Mr. Singh has already dismissed
Vimla and may not reinstate her due to distrust. Additionally, this action does not address the broader issue of
Vimla's tarnished reputation in the community.
Therefore, Option E is the best answer.

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287. B
Options C and E are extreme. Option D would imply that Chatterjee has to forego his plan regarding
implementation of the green policy because of his friend which is not ethical. Option A implies that Chatterjee
would have to delay the implementation in favour of his friend which is unethical. Option B will appeal the most
to him as it will affect his future interests.
Hence, option B is the correct answer.

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288. B
Mukesh has just read the news in the newspaper and he is not sure about its truthfulness. So, the most
appropriate step for him would be to explore the reality behind the news. Therefore, 6 is an ethical option.
Option 2 is ethical too. 1,3,5 are unethical options. Option 4 can be considered as unethical too but to a lesser
degree than 1,3,5.
So 6,1,4 is definitely the wrong order because 1 is more unethical option than 4. Hence, option B is the correct
answer.

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289. B
From the given information we draw the below Venn diagram:

GIven, the total number of electives are 20 and b>a.

also, x>2
Let the total number of G type electives be 'g'.
g=b+2x+3
so, 2a+b+3x+1=20 => 2a+b+3x=19.
Case 1: if x=3 => 2a+b=10
so, (a,b) can be (1,8),(2,6),(3,4) and g will be 17,15,13 respectively
Case 2: if x=4 => 2a+b=7
so, (a,b) can be (1,3),(2,3) and g will be 16,14 respectively
Case 2: if x=5 => 2a+b=4

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so, (a,b) can be (1,2) and g will be 13.
.'. The values that 'g' can take are 13,14,15,16,17
So, 5 is the correct answer.

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290. C
Girish finishes after Ashok who finishes after Faneesh. No information about anybody else finishing before
Girish can be deduced from the given clues. So, the best positon at which Girish can finish the race is third.
Hence, option C is the correct answer.

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291. E
Since Mahesh has been the highest earning employee for the last 3 years, he has been working very hard to get
his sales getting reflected in his salary. Now, because of the inclusion of two more parameters, the most
plausible explanation is the increase in the already increased workload.
Since option E is right on the money, the correct option is E.

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292. E
Option A: As already stated in the paragraph, it is a different picture altogether to work in an ERP installed
company and installing ERP in a company. Thus, taking precedent from other lead ERP companies would not be
a feasible solution.
Option B: The crux of the problem is the lack of consultation from the BAG members. Thus taking advice from
an external consultant won't help much with the situation.
Option C: This option can potentially exacerbate an already bad situation. This is not the correct option.
Option D: This option can be discarded for the same reason as option B.
Option E: This could have been the aptest response as compared to what Mr Shiv did.
Thus, the correct option is E.

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293. B
Tabulated form of the data:

S - Source station D - Destination Station

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Extra time taken if flight is the mode of travel = 3 hours(Road trip) + 1 hour(early arrival)
Option (A):
Source is Jamshedpur(AI9810)
Time of departure from home = 8:00 - 4 hour = 4:00
Arrival time at Delhi = 9:45
She can depart by flight earliest by 9:45 +1:30(Airport to work) + 6:00(Work time) + 1:30(Work to Airport) +
1:00(Early Arrival) = 19:45
IT3347 departs from Delhi at 17:10. So, she reaches Jamshedpur by 18:55(2nd day) + 3:00(Road Trip) = 21-
55(2nd day)
Total Time = 41 hours 55 mins.
Option (B):
Starting from Jamshedpur (AI9810) = 4:00
Arrival time at Delhi = 9:45
She can depart by train earliest by 9:45 +1:30(Airport to work) + 6:00(Work time) + 00:30(Work to station) +
0:05(Wait time) = 17:50
Train 12802 departs from Delhi(RS) at 22:10 and reaches Jamshedpur by 20:05(2nd day).
Total time = 40 hours 5mins.
Option (C):
Starting from Jamshedpur = 19:20 - 4 hour = 15:20
Arrival time at Delhi = 21:05
She can depart by flight earliest by 21:05 +1:30(Airport to work) + 6:00(Work time) + 1:30(Work to Airport) +
1:00(Early Arrival) = 7:05(2nd day)
AI9809 departs from Delhi at 5:50. So, she can reach Jamshedpur by 7-35(3rd Day) + 3:00(Road Trip)=10:35(3rd
Day)
Total Time = 43 hours 15mins.
Option (D):
Starting from Jamshedpur = 15:55
Arrival time at Delhi (RS) = 10:35(2nd day)
She can depart from Delhi (RS) earliest by 10:35(2nd day) + 00:30(Station to Work) + 0:05(Wait time) +
6:00(Work time) + 00:30(Work to station) + 0:05(Wait time) = 17:45(2nd day)
Train 12444 departs from Delhi (RS) at 17:20. So she will catch the train the next day.
Since the total hours is more than 48, this is not the answer,
Option (E):

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Starting from Jamshedpur = 4:00
Arrival at Delhi airport = 9:45
She can depart from Delhi (RS) earliest by 9:45 + 1:30(Airport to work) + 6:00(Work time) + 00:30(Work to
station) + 0:05(Wait time)= 17:50
So, she can start only on day 2 at 17:20.
Thus, since she will be out for more than 48 hours, this is not the correct answer.
Thus, the correct answer is B.

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294. C
Girirajan is facing issues with scalability because of a lack of funds. Since he does not have to resources to
expand right now, it would not be a very good idea to include some of the dishes on the menu, as this move can
be taken out of proportion and can be seen as discrimination.
He should focus on his current dishes and try to utilize their full potential by improving the quality he is currently
offering. This, in the long run, can provide him with the required funds to expand the menu and scale his
business.
Thus, the correct answer is C.

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295. D
Humility is the quality of not being proud of being perfect as you are aware of your limitations. Therefore,
among the options, the option that focuses on awareness of the self with respect to limitations should be in the
consideration for the correct answer. However, the focus on awareness of self is not neceesarily linked
Improvement" or "overcoming' the limitations. Moreover, the culture of humility should not be confused with the
performance measurement or rewards and compensation. Among the options, Option D focuses on making
one aware of one self without any link with rewards or performance and hence, Option D is the right answer.

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296. C
The caselet presents a complicated problem making it difficult to find out the guilty. The best way to proceed in
cases like these is to launch an investigation into the matter so as to find out that who is at fault. Thus, the
most appropriate course of action to be followed is presented by option C - Vijya should constitute a fact
finding committee to investigate the matter and then decide about the next step to be taken. Options A and B
are inappropriate because these steps could be taken only after finding out the person at fault. Option D is
eliminated as involving the corporate recruiters in the matter will only aggravate the issue and bring a bad name
to the college. An effort should be made to try and solve the problem internally rather than publicizing it.

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297. C
As the probability of getting incorrect answers is quite high in comparison to getting right answers for the
students of the class in the test, in case students sitting next to each other go for cheating, then probability of
them getting same incorrect answers for multiple questions is quite high. Therefore, by tracking pattern of
incorrect answers, it is possible to detect whether cheating took place or not.

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298. B
The starting tone of the reasons should be apologetic. Thus, Ashraf should start with reason 1.
After establishing his mistake, 'a greater good' reason will definitely help his case. Thus, reason 2 should follow
1.
Now, since there was a fault from the company's end also, he should make a case for the same. Thus, the best
combination of the justification will be 1, 2, 3.
Citing shortcomings of the company in a similar previous scenario will not help his case. Also, not taking any
lessons from past similar precedents will weaken his case.

Thus, the correct answer is B.

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299. C
Option A is negated because the major concern was Kale’s inability to work competently in a team and not his
conflicting responsibilities at home and office. Kale was facing personal problems at home and option B states
that employees’ problems at home affect their performance at work. This strengthens the argument rather than
weakening it by citing one more reason to sack Kale. Option D is incorrect because if it holds true than it wipes
out the possibility of sending Kale to some other location for work and does leave the management with the
only option of sacking him. Option E is eliminated because it again strengthens the argument as the caselet
clearly says that Kale was emotionally unstable. Option C is the correct choice as the report in the journal
indicates that most managers find it difficult to work in a group. Even if Kale is sacked and a new manager is
hired in his place, it is likely that the new manager may face the same problem (of not being able to work in a
group). And hence it will not be a good business decision to sack Kale. Therefore, option C weakens the
argument and is the correct answer.

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300. A
Option A is the best choice because it combines community engagement, local volunteers, a judging process,
and a regular competition, providing a holistic and inclusive approach to conserving local recipes while aligning
with the ethos of WBLCF.
Option B is not correct because while this involves individuals from the community, it may not capture a diverse
range of local recipes. Relying on one person per week may not be sufficient to document a wide variety of
dishes.
Option C is not correct because food delivery partners may not prioritize the documentation of local recipes,
and their primary focus is on delivering food. The documentation process may not be as comprehensive or
community-oriented as in option A.
Option D is incorrect because while a professional chef can provide expertise, this approach may not involve a
broad representation of the local community. Additionally, restaurant recipes may differ from traditional home-
cooked dishes that WBLCF aims to conserve.
Option E is not correct because while involving diners is a good idea, relying solely on them may not ensure a
systematic and consistent approach to documentation. It may also exclude non-diners who may hold valuable
knowledge about local recipes.
The correct option is A

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301. A
The most volatile activity = |The difference between the maximum or minimum time taken and the weighted
average of the time taken| is maximum.

From the table, we can see that G has the highest difference, which is (10-7.16) = 2.83

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302. A
1: This suggests that visually impaired individuals can bring unique skills and strengths to the workplace,
complementing the abilities of other employees.
2: Indicates that their presence can have a positive motivational impact on the entire workforce.
3: Suggests a potential positive impact on societal perceptions and can serve as an inspiration for others facing
challenges.
4: Highlights a strong work ethic and determination among visually impaired individuals, challenging
stereotypes.
5: Implies that an inclusive approach can positively influence the company's reputation and, subsequently, its
sales.
6: Brings up a potential cost related concern which would validate the CEO’s apprehensions.

Therefore the correct answer is Option A: 1, 2, 3, 4, 5 only

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303. E
Option E is the correct answer because it strikes a balance between centralized control and decentralized input.
Allowing the CEO office to decide on leave ensures consistency and fairness in leave policies, preventing
individual supervisors from making subjective decisions. On the other hand, involving supervisors in
recommending promotions utilizes their insights into individual employee performance, dedication, and
suitability for multi-skilling training. This dual approach ensures that decisions on leave and promotions are
well-informed, fair, and consider both the broader organizational perspective and the specific performance at
the supervisor level.
Option A: Leaves and promotions require different considerations, and leaving both to supervisors may lack
consistency.
Option B: Centralizing promotion decisions with the CEO office and delegating leave decisions to supervisors
may lead to inconsistencies and lack of coordination.

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Option C: Complete centralization of leave and promotion decisions may not consider the nuanced
understanding supervisors have of individual employee performance.
Option D: Maintaining the status quo may not address the challenges of identifying employees faking illness
and may not ensure fair promotions.

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304. C
Option C is the correct answer, as it prioritises the safety and well-being of the witness by keeping her identity
confidential. Protecting the witness from potential threats or harm ensures a more secure environment for
providing testimony. It acknowledges the sensitivity of the situation and aims to create a protective space for
individuals who come forward to give their accounts.
Option A doesn't consider potential safety concerns and may discourage truthful testimony.
Option B overlooks the importance of protecting the witness and may create an unsafe environment.
Option D doesn't prioritize the witness's safety and well-being.
Option E doesn't justify compromising the witness's safety or the integrity of the inquiry process.

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305. E
Options C and D can be eliminated as Raghubir is emotionally attached to his SUV also taking the SUV to a
metro city is not viable so option C is eliminated. Asking Raghubir to take public transport might also involve
drastic change, so Option A is also eliminated. Retrofitting the SUV with CNG is not viable, so option B is also
eliminated. Therefore option E is the best option in this case.

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306. C
Clearly Q is the best option. He is emotionally attached to the SUV and would prefer the same look and feel in
an EV if given an option. So, between options B and C, C is correct as T would be a more influential point
compared to the speed of the EV as he now only travels between his home and clinic - a 10-minute drive.

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307. D
Since there is no preference for the houses for the new recruits, Sauf can be allocated to Harsh's room if he is
shifted to 224. In this way, there will be no conflicts for the CAO.
Thus, option D is the correct answer.
Option A is a possible solution, but that will allow more requests for the swapping to emerge by giving them
precedent. Options B and C can be rejected as Harsh's formal request is also pending for quite a long time.

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308. E
Option E provides the aptest solution for the aforementioned issue by avoiding making exceptions or wasting
much of the company's resources. This also targets the root of the problem instead of giving short-term
solutions.
Options A, B, C, and D are not targeting the main issue; they are unnecessary, wasting the company's resources
on short-term alleviations.

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Thus, the correct option is E.

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309. E
In this question, Dileep wants to include general visitors and increase his sales. Option A is incorrect as
charging premium prices to hospital staff is unfair. Introducing massive discounts welcomes hospital staff to
the stall, making general visitors think that the stall is a staff canteen. Therefore, option C is incorrect. Option E
is correct; this discourages hospital staff from visiting the stall and increases sales from staff and general
visitors.
Answer is option E.

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310. C
Since there is a valid and justifiable reason for the assignment to be incomplete, Sundaresan should give some
form of concession to the team but should also add some clause so that it is not unfair to the other students
who completed their assignments in time.
Option A would be unfair to the team as it was a team assignment and could not be completed without a team
member.
Options B and D were inconsiderate on the professor’s part.
Option E is entirely unfair to each team member and is, thus, invalid.
Being a professor of Corporate Responsibility at a premium management institution, C should be the correct
step to go with.
Hence, the answer is option C.

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311. E
Basic fundamentals of teamwork - if one goes down, all go down, i.e., sharing the responsibility. Option E is
correct.

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