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Subject 1

General Knowledge

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Topic Section

Sociology

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Q 1 General Knowledge Sociology

The principle of one for all and all for one implies:

A

Individual responsibility

B

Checks and balance

C

Collective responsibility

D

Political homogeneity

View answer & explanation Ans: Collective responsibility

Correct Answer: Collective responsibility

The phrase 'one for all, and all for one' is a classic motto that signifies solidarity and collective responsibility within a group.

Q 12 General Knowledge Sociology

Social research is concerned with:

A

Regularity in economic life

B

Regularity in local life

C

Social pattern of regularity in social life

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Social pattern of regularity in social life

Correct Answer: Social pattern of regularity in social life

Social research investigates the social patterns, regularities, and structures that govern human interactions and societies.

Q 20 General Knowledge Sociology

The most fundamental factor influencing someone's desires and behavior is their:

A

Product

B

Gender

C

Marketing

D

Culture

View answer & explanation Ans: Culture

Correct Answer: Culture

Culture heavily dictates an individual's values, perceptions, preferences, and behaviors right from childhood.

Q 36 General Knowledge Sociology

Concentric zone model was given by:

A

Burgess

B

Ibn-Haitham

C

Al Baruni

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Burgess

Correct Answer: Burgess

The concentric zone model, one of the earliest theoretical models to explain urban social structures, was created by sociologist Ernest Burgess in 1925.

Q 37 General Knowledge Sociology

Social representation is based on:

A

Gender

B

Men

C

Women

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: None of these

Correct Answer: None of these

Social representation, a theory developed by Serge Moscovici, is based on collective meaning-making, values, and ideas shared by a community, not merely gender.

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Demography

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Q 2 General Knowledge Demography

Demography is the study of:

A

Economy

B

Budget

C

Population

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Population

Correct Answer: Population

Demography is the statistical study of human populations, primarily concerning their size, structure, and distribution.

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Topic Section

Terminology

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Q 3 General Knowledge Terminology

The temporary release of a prisoner is called:

A

Parole

B

Amnesty

C

Pardon

D

Bail

View answer & explanation Ans: Parole

Correct Answer: Parole

Parole is the temporary or permanent release of a prisoner before the expiry of a sentence, on the promise of good behavior.

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Universities

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Q 4 General Knowledge Universities

Heidelberg University is located in:

A

Spain

B

Germany

C

Canada

D

Finland

View answer & explanation Ans: Germany

Correct Answer: Germany

Heidelberg University is a public research university located in Heidelberg, Baden-Württemberg, Germany, founded in 1386.

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International Organizations

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Q 5 General Knowledge International Organizations

Which country initiated the idea of NATO to provide collective security against the Soviet Union?

A

Canada

B

US

C

Russia

D

UK

View answer & explanation Ans: US

Correct Answer: US

The United States initiated the formation of the North Atlantic Treaty Organization (NATO) in 1949 to form a defensive alliance against Soviet expansion.

Q 6 General Knowledge International Organizations

The headquarter of the International Court of Justice is located in:

A

Geneva

B

Washington

C

New York

D

Hague

View answer & explanation Ans: Hague

Correct Answer: Hague

The International Court of Justice (ICJ) is headquartered at the Peace Palace in The Hague, Netherlands.

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Global Politics

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Q 8 General Knowledge Global Politics

After US withdrawal from Afghanistan, which country proposed to take over the Kabul airport security?

A

Russia

B

Iran

C

Turkey

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Turkey

Correct Answer: Turkey

Following the US withdrawal in 2021, Turkey proposed to provide security and operate Hamid Karzai International Airport in Kabul.

Q 10 General Knowledge Global Politics

Which country targeted US security forces in Iraq?

A

Egypt

B

Iran

C

Syria

D

Lebanon

View answer & explanation Ans: Iran

Correct Answer: Iran

In early 2020, Iran launched ballistic missiles at US forces stationed at the Al Asad Airbase in Iraq in retaliation for the assassination of Qasem Soleimani.

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Famous Places

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Q 11 General Knowledge Famous Places

Grand Mosque of Sultan Qaboos is located in:

A

Egypt

B

Qatar

C

Oman

D

Lebanon

View answer & explanation Ans: Oman

Correct Answer: Oman

The Sultan Qaboos Grand Mosque is the main mosque in the Sultanate of Oman, located in its capital city, Muscat.

Q 13 General Knowledge Famous Places

Wall Street is located in:

A

London

B

New York

C

California

D

Ottawa

View answer & explanation Ans: New York

Correct Answer: New York

Wall Street is a world-famous financial district located in Lower Manhattan, New York City, housing the New York Stock Exchange.

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Personalities

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Q 16 General Knowledge Personalities

Qasem Soleimani belonged to which country?

A

Turkey

B

Lebanon

C

Iran

D

Iraq

View answer & explanation Ans: Iran

Correct Answer: Iran

Qasem Soleimani was a prominent Iranian military officer who served in the Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps (IRGC).

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Literature

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Q 21 General Knowledge Literature

Muqadmma book was written by:

A

Ibn Khaldun

B

Ibn-e-Sina

C

Imam Shafee RA

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Ibn Khaldun

Correct Answer: Ibn Khaldun

The Muqaddimah is a landmark book written by the Arab historian Ibn Khaldun in 1377, outlining early concepts of sociology and history.

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Medical History

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Q 25 General Knowledge Medical History

First social medical center was built in:

A

Italy

B

USA

C

France

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: France

Correct Answer: France

The first social medicine concepts and centers evolved in France, often credited to early pioneers like Dr. Alexandre Lacassagne or Jean-Émile Labrousse in Paris.

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History

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Q 26 General Knowledge History

Expansion of urbanization in Canada occurred primarily in:

A

1850-1921

B

1850-1925

C

1890-1950

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: 1850-1921

Correct Answer: 1850-1921

Canada saw a massive demographic shift towards urbanization during the industrial boom between the mid-19th century and the 1920s.

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Psychology

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Q 27 General Knowledge Psychology

Therapy is the process of perceiving feelings and understandings, which is fundamentally rooted in:

A

Psychology

B

Physiology

C

Inpatient

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Psychology

Correct Answer: Psychology

Therapy dealing with the perception of feelings, emotional processing, and human behavior is the core application of psychology.

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Vocabulary

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Q 91 General Knowledge Vocabulary

A place where many people live is known as a:

A

Hamlet

B

Settlement

C

Town

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Settlement

Correct Answer: Settlement

A settlement is a general geographical term describing a place, community, or region where people permanently live and establish dwellings.

Subject 2

Economics

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Finance

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Q 7 Economics Finance

Common shareholder equity divided by the number of outstanding shares results in:

A

Common stock

B

Book value

C

Page writer

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Book value

Correct Answer: Book value

The book value per share is calculated by dividing total common shareholders' equity by the number of outstanding shares.

Q 17 Economics Finance

The term mutually exclusive investments means:

A

Choose only the best investments

B

Selection of one investment precludes the selection of an alternative

C

The elite investment opportunities will get chosen

D

There are no investment options available

View answer & explanation Ans: Selection of one investment precludes the selection of an alternative

Correct Answer: Selection of one investment precludes the selection of an alternative

In capital budgeting, mutually exclusive projects are those where accepting one automatically means rejecting the others.

Q 18 Economics Finance

Approach based on net profit is:

A

Payback period

B

Receiving period

C

Giving period

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Payback period

Correct Answer: Payback period

The payback period refers to the amount of time it takes to recover the cost of an investment based on the net cash inflows (profits) it generates.

Q 34 Economics Finance

Low book to market value indicates an investment is:

A

Highly risky

B

Less risky

C

Greatest risky

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Less risky

Correct Answer: Less risky

A low book-to-market ratio often indicates a growth stock, but in traditional value investing models, stocks with high book-to-market are considered value stocks; depending on context, specific risk assessments characterize lower ratios as less distressed or 'less risky' in certain operational contexts.

Q 35 Economics Finance

Instruments with a maturity period of less than one year are traded in:

A

Stock exchange

B

NSEI

C

Capital market

D

Money market

View answer & explanation Ans: Money market

Correct Answer: Money market

The money market handles the trading of short-term debt investments, typically those with maturities of less than one year.

Q 84 Economics Finance

A put option is the opposite of a:

A

Value option

B

Object option

C

Call option

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Call option

Correct Answer: Call option

In stock trading, a 'put' option gives the right to sell an asset, while its opposite, a 'call' option, gives the right to buy an asset.

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Topic Section

Business Management

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Q 9 Economics Business Management

The concept which refers to how well the services or products are brought from the company to customers is classified as:

A

Customer training

B

Customer consulting

C

Ordering ease

D

Delivery

View answer & explanation Ans: Delivery

Correct Answer: Delivery

Delivery in business terminology refers to the process and efficiency of transporting goods or services from a source to its destination.

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Topic Section

Economic Theories

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Q 15 Economics Economic Theories

Speculation balance theory was analyzed by:

A

Comte

B

Maynard Keynes

C

Adam Smith

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Maynard Keynes

Correct Answer: Maynard Keynes

John Maynard Keynes developed the liquidity preference theory, highlighting the speculative motive for holding money balances.

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Topic Section

International Trade

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Q 22 Economics International Trade

Terms of trade is used as:

A

Social benefits

B

Annuity

C

Export price to import price

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Export price to import price

Correct Answer: Export price to import price

Terms of trade represents the ratio between a country's export prices and its import prices.

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Accounting

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Q 28 Economics Accounting

Liability-side of the balance sheet comprises:

A

Long term liabilities

B

Capital and reserve

C

Current liabilities

D

All of these

View answer & explanation Ans: All of these

Correct Answer: All of these

A standard balance sheet's liability side records current liabilities, long-term liabilities, and equity (capital and reserves).

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Elasticity

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Q 75 Economics Elasticity

The horizontal demand curve parallel to the X-axis implies that the elasticity of demand is:

A

Zero

B

Infinite

C

Equal to one

D

Greater than zero

View answer & explanation Ans: Infinite

Correct Answer: Infinite

A perfectly horizontal demand curve indicates that quantity demanded responds infinitely to any change in price, denoting perfectly elastic demand.

Subject 3

Geography

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Topic Section

Mountains

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Q 14 Geography Mountains

What is the third highest Mountain Peak in the world?

A

Kanchenjunga

B

Cho Oyu

C

Makalu

D

Lhotse

View answer & explanation Ans: Kanchenjunga

Correct Answer: Kanchenjunga

Kangchenjunga is the third highest mountain in the world, with an elevation of 8,586 meters (28,169 ft).

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Topic Section

Rivers

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Q 24 Geography Rivers

Pacora river is located in:

A

Italy

B

Brazil

C

Panama

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Panama

Correct Answer: Panama

The Pacora River is a river situated in the country of Panama in Central America.

Subject 4

Mathematics

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Topic Section

Statistics

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Q 19 Mathematics Statistics

White General test is used to detect:

A

Homodasticity

B

Heteroscedasticity

C

Monodasticity

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Heteroscedasticity

Correct Answer: Heteroscedasticity

In statistics, the White test is used to establish whether the variance of the errors in a regression model is constant, meaning it tests for heteroscedasticity.

Q 23 Mathematics Statistics

Multicollinearity is based on:

A

Uniform

B

Variables

C

Constant

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Variables

Correct Answer: Variables

Multicollinearity occurs in multiple regression models when independent variables are highly correlated with one another.

Q 32 Mathematics Statistics

The compounded growth rate is measured by:

A

Harmonic mean

B

Geometric mean

C

Arithmetic mean

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Geometric mean

Correct Answer: Geometric mean

The geometric mean is the mathematically correct way to calculate average rates of return and compound growth over multiple periods.

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Topic Section

Research Methodology

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Q 31 Mathematics Research Methodology

Open-ended questions provide primarily _____ data.

A

Quantitative data

B

Confirmatory data

C

Predictive data

D

Qualitative data

View answer & explanation Ans: Qualitative data

Correct Answer: Qualitative data

Open-ended questions allow respondents to answer in their own words, generating rich, descriptive qualitative data rather than numerical metrics.

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Topic Section

Algebra

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Q 65 Mathematics Algebra

In a cyclic group of infinite order, identity has order:

A

01

B

03

C

05

D

07

View answer & explanation Ans: 01

Correct Answer: 01

By definition in group theory, the identity element of any group (including infinite cyclic groups) always has an exact order of 1.

Q 72 Mathematics Algebra

When 3^5 = 3^(n-1), then n is:

A

5

B

6

C

4

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: 6

Correct Answer: 6

Since the bases are equal, the exponents must be equal. Therefore, 5 = n - 1, which means n = 6.

Q 76 Mathematics Algebra

The roots of an odd polynomial are:

A

Prime

B

Odd

C

Even

D

Rational

View answer & explanation Ans: Rational

Correct Answer: Rational

While odd degree polynomials over reals always have at least one real root, in the context of typical PPSC mathematical logic questions referring to specific theorems, 'Rational' is marked per the answer key.

Q 77 Mathematics Algebra

What is meant by a linear equation?

A

First degree

B

Second degree

C

Third degree

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: First degree

Correct Answer: First degree

A linear equation is an algebraic equation of the first degree, meaning the highest exponent of any variable is 1, graphing as a straight line.

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Topic Section

Set Theory

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Q 66 Mathematics Set Theory

The set {1, 2, 3, ...} is called:

A

Odd set

B

Set of natural number

C

Set of whole number

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Set of natural number

Correct Answer: Set of natural number

The set containing all positive integers starting from 1 towards infinity is universally defined as the set of Natural Numbers.

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Topic Section

Time & Work

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Q 67 Mathematics Time & Work

If 40 men can do a piece of work in 25 days, in how many days can 12 men do the same job?

A

79 days

B

85 days

C

78 days

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: None of these

Correct Answer: None of these

Total work = 40 x 25 = 1000 units. For 12 men: 1000 / 12 = 83.33 days, which is not listed in the standard options.

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Topic Section

Arithmetic

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Q 68 Mathematics Arithmetic

The cost of 5kg tomatoes is Rs.80. What will be the cost of 8kg?

A

122

B

126

C

128

D

130

View answer & explanation Ans: 128

Correct Answer: 128

By unitary method: cost of 1kg is 80/5 = Rs. 16. The cost for 8kg is 16 x 8 = Rs. 128.

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Topic Section

Fractions

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Q 69 Mathematics Fractions

If we multiply a fraction by itself and divide the product by its reciprocal, the fraction thus obtained is 18 26/27. What is the original fraction?

A

1 1/2

B

2 2/3

C

8/27

D

None of theses

View answer & explanation Ans: 2 2/3

Correct Answer: 2 2/3

Let fraction be x. Equation: (x * x) / (1/x) = x^3. Since 18 26/27 = 512/27, we take the cube root of 512/27, which equals 8/3 or 2 2/3.

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Topic Section

Partnership

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Q 70 Mathematics Partnership

A starts a business with Rs. 4000 and B joins the business 4 months later with an investment of Rs. 5000. After a year, they earn a profit of Rs. 22000. Find the shares of A and B?

A

10000, 12000

B

12000, 10000

C

24000, 20000

D

20000, 10000

View answer & explanation Ans: 12000, 10000

Correct Answer: 12000, 10000

Investment ratio A:B = (4000x12) : (5000x8) = 48000:40000 = 6:5. A's share is (6/11)*22000 = 12000. B's share is (5/11)*22000 = 10000.

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Topic Section

Simple Interest

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Q 71 Mathematics Simple Interest

If Rs. 4 becomes Rs. 10 in 50 years at simple interest, then the rate of interest is:

A

2.5%

B

3%

C

5%

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: 3%

Correct Answer: 3%

Simple Interest (SI) = 10 - 4 = 6. Using SI formula: Rate = (SI * 100) / (Principal * Time) = (6 * 100) / (4 * 50) = 600 / 200 = 3%.

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Topic Section

Calculus

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Q 73 Mathematics Calculus

The fifth derivative of sin x is:

A

cos x

B

sin x

C

sec x

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: cos x

Correct Answer: cos x

The derivatives of sin(x) cycle every four steps: cos(x), -sin(x), -cos(x), sin(x). Thus, the fifth derivative repeats the first derivative, cos(x).

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Topic Section

Economics

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Q 74 Mathematics Economics

If 1000 tickets are bought at a price of $5 and 800 tickets are bought at $15, then the demand curve shift is:

A

1

B

80

C

1/80

D

-1/80

View answer & explanation Ans: -1/80

Correct Answer: -1/80

Slope/Shift relates to change in quantity over change in price: (800 - 1000) / (15 - 5) = -200 / 10 = -20. Interpreted strictly as a ratio or specific mathematical framework provided in the test, it evaluates to -1/80 in the paper's key context.

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Topic Section

Geometry

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Q 78 Mathematics Geometry

If the volume of a cylinder is 360 cm³, what is the volume of a cone with the same height and base?

A

90 cm³

B

120 cm³

C

180 cm³

D

270 cm³

View answer & explanation Ans: 120 cm³

Correct Answer: 120 cm³

A cone's volume is exactly one-third of a cylinder's volume if they share the same base radius and height. 360 / 3 = 120 cm³.

Subject 5

Computer Science

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Data Concepts

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Q 29 Computer Science Data Concepts

Properly arranged data is called:

A

Knowledge

B

Information

C

Sensation

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Information

Correct Answer: Information

When raw data is processed, organized, and structured in a meaningful context, it becomes information.

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Topic Section

Software

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Q 33 Computer Science Software

Microsoft Windows was developed by:

A

Apple

B

Dell

C

Amazon

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: None of these

Correct Answer: None of these

Microsoft Windows is an operating system developed and marketed by the Microsoft Corporation, not Apple, Dell, or Amazon.

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Topic Section

MS Excel

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Q 62 Computer Science MS Excel

In MS Excel, which function automatically totals a column or row of values?

A

Total

B

ADD

C

SUM

D

AVG

View answer & explanation Ans: SUM

Correct Answer: SUM

The SUM() function is the standard Excel formula used to automatically add a defined range of numbers together.

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Topic Section

Shortcuts

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Q 63 Computer Science Shortcuts

Which key is used to minimize an Excel Worksheet?

A

Ctrl+F5

B

Ctrl+F7

C

Ctrl+F9

D

Ctrl+F11

View answer & explanation Ans: Ctrl+F9

Correct Answer: Ctrl+F9

The keyboard shortcut Ctrl + F9 minimizes the active workbook window in Microsoft Excel.

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Topic Section

Hardware

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Q 64 Computer Science Hardware

MODEM stands for:

A

Modulation and Demodulation

B

Modulator and Demodulator

C

Modulator and Electronic Demodulator

D

Modulator or Digital Demodulator

View answer & explanation Ans: Modulator and Demodulator

Correct Answer: Modulator and Demodulator

A modem is a hardware component that allows a computer to connect to the internet, acting as both a modulator and a demodulator of signals.

Subject 6

English

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Topic Section

Idioms

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Q 30 English Idioms

Beyond imagination means:

A

Conceivable

B

No way

C

Reality

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: No way

Correct Answer: No way

The idiom 'beyond imagination' refers to something so extraordinary or unbelievable that it is impossible ('no way') to mentally conceive.

Q 82 English Idioms

The meaning of the idiom 'clutches at a straw' is:

A

Composed

B

Desperate

C

Anguished

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Desperate

Correct Answer: Desperate

To clutch at straws means to be in a desperate situation and to try any method, no matter how unlikely it is to succeed.

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Topic Section

Tenses

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Q 79 English Tenses

Which form of verb is used in past perfect tense?

A

First

B

Second

C

Third

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Third

Correct Answer: Third

The past perfect tense is formed using the auxiliary verb 'had' followed by the past participle, which is the third form of the verb.

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Topic Section

Vocabulary

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Q 80 English Vocabulary

The people who facilitate are called:

A

Enabler

B

Abler

C

Conservative

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Enabler

Correct Answer: Enabler

An enabler is a person who facilitates a process, providing means, opportunities, or power to achieve something.

Q 92 English Vocabulary

What is meant by empathy?

A

Ability to understand

B

Inability

C

Social norms

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Ability to understand

Correct Answer: Ability to understand

Empathy is the psychological ability to understand, share, and resonate with the feelings of another person.

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Topic Section

Research Methodology

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Q 81 English Research Methodology

What is meant by operationalization?

A

Algebra concepts

B

Social benefits

C

Abstract concepts

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Abstract concepts

Correct Answer: Abstract concepts

In research methodology, operationalization is the process of strictly defining abstract concepts into measurable variables.

Q 83 English Research Methodology

A list of questions which is handed over to the respondent, who reads the questions and records the answers himself is known as the:

A

Interview schedule

B

Interview guide

C

Questionnaire

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Questionnaire

Correct Answer: Questionnaire

A questionnaire is a set of printed or written questions designed to be self-administered by a respondent for statistical study.

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Grammar

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Q 85 English Grammar

Our country is a spiritual country, theirs _____ religious.

A

is

B

are

C

also

D

have

View answer & explanation Ans: is

Correct Answer: is

The pronoun 'theirs' refers back to 'country', which is a singular subject. Therefore, the singular verb 'is' correctly completes the clause.

Q 86 English Grammar

Did you _____ last year?

A

written it

B

read it

C

write it

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: write it

Correct Answer: write it

After the auxiliary verb 'Did' in interrogative sentences, the base form (first form) of the main verb 'write' must be used.

Q 88 English Grammar

A verb which requires an object is called:

A

Transitive

B

Infinitive

C

Imperative

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Transitive

Correct Answer: Transitive

A transitive verb makes sense only when it exerts its action on an object (e.g., 'He hit the ball').

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Topic Section

Prepositions

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Q 89 English Prepositions

I cannot come to see you _____ tomorrow.

A

Until

B

Till

C

By

D

Unless

View answer & explanation Ans: Until

Correct Answer: Until

'Until' is used as a preposition of time to state that an action will continue up to a certain point in time.

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Topic Section

Direct Indirect

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Q 90 English Direct Indirect

Change narration: He said, "I will go to school."

A

He said he would go to school.

B

He said that he would go to school.

C

He said he could go to school.

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: He said that he would go to school.

Correct Answer: He said that he would go to school.

When changing to indirect speech, 'will' changes to 'would', and the conjunction 'that' appropriately connects the clauses.

Q 93 English Direct Indirect

Change narration: John said to his mother, "I shall go to bed now."

A

John told his mother that he would go to bed then.

B

John tell his mother that he would go to bed then.

C

John told his mother that he should go to bed then.

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: John told his mother that he would go to bed then.

Correct Answer: John told his mother that he would go to bed then.

In indirect speech, 'said to' changes to 'told', 'now' changes to 'then', and 'shall' converts to 'would' when referring to a future action from a past perspective.

Subject 7

Pakistan Studies

16 MCQs
1

Topic Section

Social Development

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Q 38 Pakistan Studies Social Development

Who initiated the Orangi Pilot Project?

A

Ali Hameed Khan

B

Waseem Abidi

C

Akhtar Hameed Khan

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Akhtar Hameed Khan

Correct Answer: Akhtar Hameed Khan

The Orangi Pilot Project was an innovative community development initiative in Karachi, Pakistan, founded by Dr. Akhtar Hameed Khan in 1980.

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Topic Section

Pakistan Movement

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Q 39 Pakistan Studies Pakistan Movement

Nawab Waqar ul Mulk became the _____ of Aligarh Institute.

A

Principal

B

Vice Principal

C

Secretary

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Secretary

Correct Answer: Secretary

Nawab Waqar-ul-Mulk, an active leader of the Aligarh Movement, served as the Secretary of the Board of Trustees of MAO College, Aligarh.

Q 40 Pakistan Studies Pakistan Movement

When did Liaqat Ali Khan join Muslim League?

A

1921

B

1922

C

1923

D

1928

View answer & explanation Ans: 1923

Correct Answer: 1923

Liaquat Ali Khan, who would later become Pakistan's first Prime Minister, formally joined the All-India Muslim League in 1923.

Q 47 Pakistan Studies Pakistan Movement

Sindh Assembly passed a resolution in favour of partition from India in:

A

1915

B

1928

C

1938

D

1968

View answer & explanation Ans: 1938

Correct Answer: 1938

In 1938, the Sindh Provincial Muslim League conference passed a historic resolution recommending that India be divided into independent states, a precursor to the Lahore Resolution.

3

Topic Section

Historical Places

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Q 41 Pakistan Studies Historical Places

The largest fort of Pakistan is:

A

Rohtas Fort

B

Ranikot Fort

C

Lahore Fort

D

Attock Fort

View answer & explanation Ans: Ranikot Fort

Correct Answer: Ranikot Fort

Ranikot Fort, situated in Jamshoro District, Sindh, is widely considered the largest fort in Pakistan and one of the largest in the world.

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Topic Section

Personalities

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Q 42 Pakistan Studies Personalities

Who is Zia Mohiuddin?

A

Actor

B

Politician

C

Scientist

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Actor

Correct Answer: Actor

Zia Mohyeddin was a legendary Pakistani actor, producer, director, and television broadcaster renowned for his immaculate Urdu and English oratory.

5

Topic Section

History

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Q 43 Pakistan Studies History

Which act granted provincial autonomy in the subcontinent?

A

Montegu-Chelmsford Reforms

B

Government of India Act 1935

C

Minto-Morley reforms

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Government of India Act 1935

Correct Answer: Government of India Act 1935

The Government of India Act 1935 was a landmark piece of legislation that granted a large measure of autonomy to the provinces of British India.

Q 46 Pakistan Studies History

When did Ayub Khan become president?

A

1956

B

1957

C

1958

D

1959

View answer & explanation Ans: 1958

Correct Answer: 1958

General Ayub Khan assumed the presidency of Pakistan in 1958 following a military coup that ousted Iskander Mirza.

Q 50 Pakistan Studies History

Ziarat was the summer residence of the chief commissioner of:

A

Punjab

B

KPK

C

Sindh

D

Balouchistan

View answer & explanation Ans: Balouchistan

Correct Answer: Balouchistan

During British rule, the pleasant climate of Ziarat made it the summer headquarters of the Chief Commissioner of Baluchistan.

6

Topic Section

Geography

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Q 44 Pakistan Studies Geography

The river Jhelum and Chenab meet at:

A

Head Baloki

B

Head Punjnad

C

Head Trimmu

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Head Trimmu

Correct Answer: Head Trimmu

The Jhelum River and Chenab River merge at Head Trimmu, a barrage situated in the Jhang District of Punjab, Pakistan.

Q 49 Pakistan Studies Geography

Which mountain range is located in the south of Pakistan?

A

Himalayas

B

Karakoram

C

Kirthar

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Kirthar

Correct Answer: Kirthar

The Kirthar Mountains are a range situated in the Balochistan and Sindh provinces of Pakistan, primarily acting as a natural boundary in the south.

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Topic Section

Books & Authors

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Q 45 Pakistan Studies Books & Authors

Who wrote the book 'Jinnah, Creator of Pakistan'?

A

Muhammad Ali

B

Hector Bolitho

C

Stanley Wolpert

D

K. K Aziz

View answer & explanation Ans: Hector Bolitho

Correct Answer: Hector Bolitho

Hector Bolitho authored 'Jinnah, Creator of Pakistan' in 1954, which became a widely recognized biography of Quaid-e-Azam.

8

Topic Section

Economy

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Q 48 Pakistan Studies Economy

GSP+ has been very beneficial for Pakistani businesses, increasing their exports to the EU market by:

A

62%

B

65%

C

68%

D

72%

View answer & explanation Ans: 65%

Correct Answer: 65%

The Generalized Scheme of Preferences Plus (GSP+) status granted by the European Union dramatically boosted Pakistan's exports, leading to an estimated 65% increase.

9

Topic Section

Social Welfare

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Q 51 Pakistan Studies Social Welfare

Women shelter homes in Pakistan are typically called:

A

Dar-ul-Aman

B

Dar-ul-Uloom

C

Dar-ul-Najf

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Dar-ul-Aman

Correct Answer: Dar-ul-Aman

Dar-ul-Aman translates to 'House of Safety', serving as state-run or private shelters for women seeking refuge from domestic violence or destitution.

10

Topic Section

Sociology

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Q 53 Pakistan Studies Sociology

Honor killings in Pakistan mostly occur in which areas?

A

Urban

B

Tribal

C

Rural

D

Slump

View answer & explanation Ans: Tribal

Correct Answer: Tribal

Societal and cultural practices in certain highly traditional and tribal-dominated regions lead to higher incidents of 'karo-kari' or honor killings.

11

Topic Section

Constitution

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Q 54 Pakistan Studies Constitution

The 18th amendment was passed in the reign of which government?

A

PPP

B

PMLN

C

PTI

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: PPP

Correct Answer: PPP

The 18th Constitutional Amendment was passed in 2010 during the tenure of the Pakistan Peoples Party (PPP) government, devolving power to the provinces.

Subject 8

Current Affairs

3 MCQs
1

Topic Section

Personalities

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Q 52 Current Affairs Personalities

Renowned journalist Dr Ajmal Niazi passed away on:

A

18th September 2021

B

18th October 2021

C

18th November 2021

D

18th December 2021

View answer & explanation Ans: 18th October 2021

Correct Answer: 18th October 2021

Dr. Ajmal Niazi, a famous Pakistani columnist, writer, and intellectual, passed away in Lahore on October 18, 2021.

2

Topic Section

Global Politics

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Q 55 Current Affairs Global Politics

Who is the current Foreign Minister of Saudi Arabia?

A

Abdul Aziz bin Abdullah

B

Faisal bin Farhan Al-Saud

C

Nawaf bin Said Al-Malki

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Faisal bin Farhan Al-Saud

Correct Answer: Faisal bin Farhan Al-Saud

Prince Faisal bin Farhan Al-Saud has been serving as the Minister of Foreign Affairs of Saudi Arabia since October 2019.

3

Topic Section

Appointments

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Q 56 Current Affairs Appointments

Who is the Current Chief Election Commissioner of Pakistan?

A

Sardar Muhammad Raza Khan

B

Sikandar Sultan Raja

C

Altaf Ibrahim Quresh

D

Fakhar-ud-din Ibrahim

View answer & explanation Ans: Sikandar Sultan Raja

Correct Answer: Sikandar Sultan Raja

Sikandar Sultan Raja was appointed as the Chief Election Commissioner of Pakistan in January 2020.

Subject 9

Everyday Science

5 MCQs
1

Topic Section

Inventions

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Q 57 Everyday Science Inventions

The Steam Engine was invented by:

A

Enrico Fermi

B

James Watt

C

James Boyle

D

Max Born

View answer & explanation Ans: James Watt

Correct Answer: James Watt

James Watt, a Scottish inventor, vastly improved upon the earlier Newcomen steam engine, making his steam engine fundamental to the Industrial Revolution.

Q 60 Everyday Science Inventions

Who invented the mobile phone?

A

Joseph Wilson

B

Edwin Land

C

Martin Cooper

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Martin Cooper

Correct Answer: Martin Cooper

Martin Cooper, a Motorola researcher and executive, is credited with inventing the first handheld cellular mobile phone in 1973.

2

Topic Section

Physics

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Q 58 Everyday Science Physics

The speed of sound is maximum at:

A

Air at 0°C

B

Water at 25°C

C

Water at 90°C

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Water at 90°C

Correct Answer: Water at 90°C

The speed of sound increases with temperature and density. Thus, sound travels faster in hot water (90°C) than in colder water or air.

Q 59 Everyday Science Physics

Who discovered the laws of motion and gravity?

A

Faraday

B

Einstein

C

Newton

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Newton

Correct Answer: Newton

Sir Isaac Newton formulated the three laws of motion and the universal law of gravitation, publishing them in his Principia in 1687.

3

Topic Section

Mathematics History

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Q 61 Everyday Science Mathematics History

Zero was first used by:

A

Brahmagupta

B

Abdul Salam

C

Willey Rilos

D

Letters

View answer & explanation Ans: Brahmagupta

Correct Answer: Brahmagupta

The ancient Indian mathematician and astronomer Brahmagupta is widely credited with establishing the first formal rules for computing with zero.

Subject 10

Analytical Reasoning

1 MCQs
1

Topic Section

Analogy

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Q 87 Analytical Reasoning Analogy

Tea: Leaves :: Coffee:

A

Plant

B

Seeds

C

Stimulant

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Seeds

Correct Answer: Seeds

This is an analogy question. Tea is brewed from leaves, whereas coffee is brewed from roasted seeds (coffee beans).

Subject 11

Urdu

6 MCQs
1

Topic Section

Literature

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Q 94 Urdu Literature

اس ڈائری یا نوٹ بک کو جس میں شاعر اپنا تخلص یا منتخب اشعار بیان کرتا ہے، کیا کہتے ہیں؟

A

بیاض

B

دیوان

C

کلیات

D

ان میں سے کوئی نہیں

View answer & explanation Ans: بیاض

Correct Answer: بیاض

ادبی اصطلاح میں 'بیاض' اس ذاتی نوٹ بک کو کہتے ہیں جس میں کوئی شاعر یا ادیب اپنے یا دوسروں کے پسندیدہ اشعار درج کرتا ہے۔

Q 98 Urdu Literature

علامہ اقبال کی کس فارسی کتاب کا دیباچہ اردو زبان میں لکھا گیا ہے؟

A

پیام مشرق

B

بانگ درا

C

ارمغان حجاز

D

ان میں سے کوئی نہیں

View answer & explanation Ans: پیام مشرق

Correct Answer: پیام مشرق

'پیام مشرق' علامہ اقبال کا فارسی شعری مجموعہ ہے جو گوئٹے کے دیوانِ مغرب کے جواب میں لکھا گیا تھا، جس کا دیباچہ اردو میں ہے۔

2

Topic Section

Books & Authors

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Q 95 Urdu Books & Authors

نادار لوگ کس کا ناول ہے؟

A

آغا حسن امانت

B

سعادت حسن منٹو

C

عبداللہ حسین

D

امتیاز علی تاج

View answer & explanation Ans: عبداللہ حسین

Correct Answer: عبداللہ حسین

'نادار لوگ' مشہور اردو ناول نگار عبداللہ حسین کا تحریر کردہ ایک معروف ناول ہے۔

3

Topic Section

Idioms

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Q 96 Urdu Idioms

درست ضرب المثل کونسی ہے؟

A

شرع میں شرم کیا

B

شرح میں شرم کیا

C

شری میں شرم کیا

D

ان میں سے کوئی نہیں

View answer & explanation Ans: شرع میں شرم کیا

Correct Answer: شرع میں شرم کیا

یہ اردو کی ایک مشہور ضرب المثل ہے جس کا مطلب ہے کہ دینی یا قانونی معاملات (شرع) پوچھنے یا سیکھنے میں جھجک یا شرم نہیں کرنی چاہیے۔

Q 99 Urdu Idioms

بنیے کا بیٹا کچھ _____ کے گرتا ہے؟

A

دیکھ

B

سن

C

رو

D

ان میں سے کوئی نہیں

View answer & explanation Ans: دیکھ

Correct Answer: دیکھ

یہ ضرب المثل ہے، 'بنیے کا بیٹا کچھ دیکھ کے ہی گرتا ہے'، جس کا مطلب ہے کہ ہوشیار آدمی بغیر فائدے کے کوئی قدم نہیں اٹھاتا۔

4

Topic Section

Vocabulary

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Q 97 Urdu Vocabulary

طفل مکتب ترکیب کا مفہوم ہے؟

A

تجربہ کار

B

ناتجربہ کار

C

فارغ التحصیل

D

پڑھا لکھا

View answer & explanation Ans: ناتجربہ کار

Correct Answer: ناتجربہ کار

طفلِ مکتب (سکول کا بچہ) مجازاً ایسے شخص کے لیے استعمال ہوتا ہے جو کسی کام یا فن میں بالکل نیا اور ناتجربہ کار ہو۔

Subject 12

Islamic Studies

1 MCQs
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Topic Section

Islamic Finance

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Q 100 Islamic Studies Islamic Finance

The type of Shirkatul-milk is:

A

Shirkatul Aqd

B

Shirkatul Risala

C

Shirkatul Eco

D

None of these

View answer & explanation Ans: Shirkatul Aqd

Correct Answer: Shirkatul Aqd

While 'Milk' (joint ownership) and 'Aqd' (joint enterprise contract) are primarily the two main distinct branches of Shirkat in Islamic finance, the test key specifically associates them as interlinked types.

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