The OSSSC RI (Revenue Inspector), ARI (Assistant Revenue Inspector), and Amin, ICDS Supervisor Exam 2024 are crucial examinations that require a comprehensive understanding of various Reasoning topics. To help aspirants prepare effectively, we have compiled a set of 30 competitive-level Reasoning MCQs covering a wide range of subjects.
Top 30 MCQs on Reasoning for OSSSC RI, ARI, Amin, ICDS Supervisor
These 30 Reasoning Multiple Choice Questions cover a diverse range of topics relevant to the OSSSC RI, ARI, and Amin, ICDS Supervisor Exam 2024. Use these questions as a tool to assess your knowledge and enhance your preparation for the upcoming examination. Remember to review the explanations and expand your understanding of each topic to ensure a well-rounded preparation. Best of luck!
1. If all flowers in the garden are red, and some of the flowers are roses, then all roses in the garden are red. Is this statement:
a. False
b. True
c. Uncertain
d. None of the above
Answer: (b) True
2. If the word ‘LION’ is coded as LMGJ, how is ‘MILK’ written in that code?
a. JKFL
b. KLIM
c. KILM
d. IJGK
Answer: (d) IJGK
3. Arrange the following words in a meaningful sequence:
- Selection
- Probation
- Interview
- Appointment
- Advertisement
- Application
a. 5, 6, 3, 1, 4, 2
b. 5, 3, 1, 6, 4, 2
c. 1, 6, 3, 5, 4, 2
d. 2, 6, 3, 1, 5, 4
Answer: (a) 5, 6, 3, 1, 4, 2
4. Arrange the following words in a meaningful sequence:
- Bill
- Treatment
- Doctor
- Diagnosis
- Patient
a. 5, 3, 4, 2, 1
b. 1, 2, 3, 4, 5
c. 3, 2, 1, 4, 2
d. 2, 5, 3, 1, 4
Answer: (a) 5, 3, 4, 2, 1
5. Which of the following is different from others?
a. Barber
b. Blacksmith
c. Tailor
d. Carpenter
Answer: (a) Barber
6. Which of the following pairs of words are differently related?
a. Kind : Cruel
b. Slow : Sluggish
c. Stale : Fresh
d. Truth : Lie
Answer: (b) Slow : Sluggish
7. A thermometer is to temperature as a compass is to:
a. Needle
b. Pressure
c. Direction
d. None of the above
Answer: (c) Direction
8. Assertion (A): The earthworms reduce the fertility of the soil.
Reason (R): They make the soil soft and porous.
a. A is true, but R is false.
b. A is false, but R is true.
c. Both A and R are true.
d. Both A and R are false.
Answer: (b) A is false, but R is true.
9. Assertion (A): Diamond is used for cutting the glass.
Reason (R): The refractive index of diamond is high.
a. A is true, but R is false.
b. A is false, but R is true.
c. Both A and R are false.
d. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A.
Answer: (d) Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A.
10. Assertion (A): Plants have green leaves.
Reason (R): Plants contain phycoerythrin, the green pigment.
a. A is true, but R is false.
b. A is false, but R is true.
c. Both A and R are false.
d. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A.
Answer: (a) A is true, but R is false.
11. Which of the following set of letters completes the letter series, when sequentially placed at the gaps?
a _ cdaab _ cc _ daa _ bbb _ ccddd
a. bbdac
b. aacbb
c. dbbca
d. bbabc
Answer: (a) bbdac
12. Raman says “Anuj’s mother is the only daughter of my mother.” How is Anuj related to Raman?
a. Brother
b. Nephew
c. Father
d. None of the above
Answer: (b) Nephew
13. Looking at the portrait of a man, Mohan said, “His mother is the wife of my father’s son, and I have no brother and sister.” At whose portrait was Mohan looking?
a. His sister
b. His son
c. His cousin
d. His nephew
Answer: (b) His son
14. Pointing to an image Madhu tells Sohan, “I am the only daughter of this lady, and her son is your maternal uncle.” How is Madhu related to Sohan’s father?
a. Sister
b. Wife
c. Sister-in-law
d. None of the above
Answer: (b) Wife
15. Pointing to a woman, a man said, “Her father is the only son of my father.” How is the man related to the woman?
a. Grandfather
b. Father
c. Son
d. None of the above
Answer: (b) Father
16. Pointing to a man in the photograph, a woman said, “He is the son of the only son of my grandfather.” How is the man in the photograph related to that woman?
a. Grandfather
b. Father
c. Brother
d. Insufficient data
Answer: (c) Brother
17. A is the mother of B, B is the sister of C, C is the father of D. So, how is A related to D?
a. Grandmother
b. Mother
c. Aunt
d. Insufficient data
Answer: (a) Grandmother
18. A factory always has:
a. Files
b. Workers
c. Air conditioners
d. Chimneys
Answer: (b) Workers
19. What will be the missing letters in the series BKK, DMM, FOO, __, JSS?
a. HTT
b. HQQ
c. HPP
d. None of the above
Answer: (b) HQQ
20. What will be the missing letters in the series EQ, FS, HW, KA, __, TL?
a. AL
b. OF
c. HP
d. None of the above
Answer: (b) OF
21. In the question below, a statement is given followed by two courses of action numbered I and II. You have to assume everything in the statement to be true and based on the information given in the statement, decide which of the suggested courses of action logically follow(s) for pursuing.
Statement: Every year, we have cases of dengue at the end of the rainy season, but it turned out to be an epidemic this year.
Courses of Action:
- I. Every five years, a vaccination drive should be organized.
- II. Awareness should be spread among people to get rid of the rubbish in their surroundings.
a. Only I follows
b. Only II follows
c. Either I or II follows
d. Neither I nor II follow
e. Both I and II follow
Answer: Only II follows
22. In the question below, a statement is given followed by two conclusions numbered I and II.
Statement: Cactus plants have fleshy stems and require little water.
Conclusions:
- I. All fleshy plants require a less amount of water.
- II. Cactus plants may be grown in places where water is not in abundance.
a. Only I follows
b. Only II follows
c. Either I or II follows
d. Neither I nor II follow
e. Both I and II follow
Answer: Only II follows
23. In the question below, a statement is given followed by two conclusions numbered I and II.
Statement: Adversity makes a man wise.
Conclusions:
- I. The poor are wisest in the world.
- II. One must learn from their experience.
a. Only I follows
b. Only II follows
c. Either I or II follows
d. Neither I nor II follow
e. Both I and II follow
Answer: Only II follows
24. Read the following information to answer the given question.
Sam walks 20 m in front and 20 m to the right. Then every time turning to his left, he walks 10, 30, 30 m respectively. How far is he now from his starting point?
a. 10 m
b. 20 m
c. 30 m
d. 40 m
Answer: 10 m
25. Niranjan moved a distance of 150 m towards the north. He then turned to the left and walked for about 50 m, turned left again, and walked another 160 m. Finally, he turned to the right at an angle of 45°. In which direction was he moving finally?
a. South-west
b. South-east
c. North-west
d. North-east
Answer: South-west
26. Pointing to a man, Rohan said, “His only brother is the father of my daughter’s father.” How is Rohan related to the man?
a. Father
b. Grandson
c. Uncle
d. Nephew
Answer: Nephew
27. Pointing towards a girl, Amit said, “She is the daughter of the only son of my grandfather.” How is Amit related to the girl?
a. Brother
b. Uncle
c. Cousin
d. Father
Answer: Brother
28. A correct clock shows 9 o’clock in the morning. Through how many degrees will the hour hand rotate when the clock shows 3 o’clock in the afternoon?
a. 144°
b. 150°
c. 160°
d. 180°
Answer: 180°
29. At what angle are the hands of a clock inclined at 15 minutes past 4?
a. 32°
b. 37°
c. 32.5°
d. 37.5°
Answer: 37.5°
30. Rohit has a watch that gains 5 seconds in 3 minutes. It was set right at 9 a.m. in the morning. In the afternoon of the same day, when the watch indicated 4 o’clock, how much time will the watch have gained?
a. No change
b. 10 min
c. (11)2/3 min
d. 12 min
Answer: (11)2/3 min
