UPSC ESE(IES) 2017 GENERAL STUDIES(GS) QUESTION PAPER

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UPSC Engineering Services – 2017 (Prelims)
General Studies and Engineering Aptitude [ SET – A]
01. Which of the following methods are considered as most favourable to production organizations
liable for Taxation?
i. Straight line method of depreciation
ii. Declining balance method of depreciation
iii. Sum of the years digits method of depreciation
iv. Sinking fund method of depreciation
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
(a) i and ii (b) ii and iii (c) iii and iv (d) iv and i
01. Ans: (a)

02. Consider the following statements regarding Repo rate:
i. It is the rate at which RBI lends money to Commercial Banks generally against Government
Securities.
ii. It is the rate at which RBI borrows money from Commercial Banks generally against
Government Securities.
iii. It is the rate at which Commercial Banks keep Deposits with RBI
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(a) i only (b) ii only (c) iii only (d) i, ii and iii
02. Ans: (a)

03. Consider the following statements regarding GST:
i. The GST Bill 2014 has the purpose to improve the Value Added Tax on Goods and Services.
ii. It can be imposed differently in different States.
iii. It is a Comprehensive Tax imposed nationwide irrespective of any State concerned.
iv. It is a significant step in the reform of Indirect Taxation in India.
Which of the above statements are correct?
(a) i, ii and iii (b) i, ii and iv (c) ii, iii and iv (d) i, iii and iv
03. Ans: (d)

04.Vision of Digital India launched by the Government of India is centred on
i. Digital infrastructure as a utility only to senior citizens.
ii. Governance and Services on demand
iii. Digital Empowerment of every citizen
Which of the above statements are Correct?
(a) i, ii and iii (b) i and ii only (c) i and iii only (d) ii and iii only
04. Ans: (d)

05. The words ‘Satyameva Jayate’ inscribed below the base plate of the Emblem of India have been
taken from which one of the following?
(a) Mundaka Upanishad (b) The Rig Veda
(c) The Bhagavad Gita (d) Vaalmiiki’s Ramayana
05. Ans: (a)

06. Which one of the following Committees was set up by the Government of India in September 2014
to restructure the Railways and to suggest ways for resources mobilization?
(a) Bibek Debroy Committee (b) C. Rangarajan Committee
(c) Parthasarathi Shome committee (d) Sundar Committee
06. Ans: (a)

07. The Rotterdam Convention deals with
(a) Reducing nuclear weapon stock piles (b) Limiting the use of toxic chemicals
(c) Protecting the oceans (d) Banning of human clone experiment
07. Ans: (b)

08. A pentagonal prism is lying on HP on one of its rectangular faces. When it is cut by a section plane,
the largest possible section thereof has
(a) Five edges (b) Six edges (c) Seven edges (d) Eight edges
08. Ans: (c)

09. Consider the following tertiary treatment methods for treatment of waste water:
i. Ion-exchange method
ii. Reverse osmosis
iii. Chemical oxidation method
iv. Activated sludge process
Which of the above methods are correct?
(a) i, ii and iv (b) i, iii and iv (c) ii, iii and iv (d) i, ii and iii
09. Ans: (d)

10. If a thread is wound around a cone, starting from a point on the base, and brought back to the same
point, then the shortest possible length of the thread is equal to the
(a) Diameter of the base of the cone
(b) Slant height of the cone
(c) Largest chord of the development sector
(d) Length of the perpendicular from a corner of the development sector to the opposite edge
10. Ans: (c)

11. Three hundred Passengers are traveling in white, silver and black cars; each of these cars is carrying
6, 5 and 3 passengers, respectively. If the number of white and silver cars is equal and there is only
one black car, what is the total number of cars?
(a) 52 (b) 53 ( c) 54 (d) 55
11. Ans: (d)

12. The locus traced by a point moving along a pendulum from one end to another, when the pendulum
oscillates is
(a) A spiral (b) An involute ( c) A cycloid ( d) A helix
12. Ans: (a)

13. The present ages of 3 brothers are in the proportion 3 : 4 : 5. After 10 years the sum of their ages will
be 78. What are their ages now?
(a) 12, 16 and 20 (b) 15, 20 and 25 (c) 21, 28 and 35 (d) 24, 32 and 40
13. Ans: (a)

14. A total of 324 notes comprising of Rs.20 and Rs 50 denominations make a sum of Rs.12,450. The
number of Rs.20 notes is
(a) 200 (b) 144 ( c) 125 (d) 110
14.ans:(C)

15. Consider the following factors in making ethical judgement:
i. The motive from which the action springs
ii. The nature of the act itself, including the means adopted
iii. The resulting consequences
Which of the above factors are correct ?
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only (c) 1, 2 and 3 (d) 2 and 3 only
15. Ans: (c)

16. If a line is inclined to Vertical Plane and parallel to Horizontal Plane, then which of the following
statements is always correct?
(a) True Length = Plane Length (b) True Length = Elevation Length
(c) True Length < Plane Length (d) Vertical Trace of the line is above the XY plane
16. Ans: (a)
True length = Plan length

17. If the radius of a generating circle which is moving inside the directing circle is half of the radius of
he directing circle, the curve generated by a point on the circumference of the generating circle is
(a) A circle (b) An ellipse (c) A straight line (d) A spiral
17. Ans: (c)

18. If the development of the lateral surface of a cone is a semicircle, then
(a) The slant height of the cone < diameter of the base of the cone
(b) The slant height of the cone > diameter of the base of the cone
(c) The slant height of the cone = diameter of the base of the cone
(d) The slant height of the cone = radius of the base of the cone
18. Ans: (c)

19. Five Men can paint a building in 20 days, 8 Women can paint the same building in 25 days and 10
Boys can paint it in 30 days. If a team has 2 Men, 6 Women and 5 Boys, how long will its take to
paint the building?
(a) 12 days (b) 13 days (c) 14 days (d) 15 days
19. Ans: (d)

20. The Ethical skills are:
(a) Care of possessions, modesty, posture, self-reliance, tidy appearance
(b) Good behaviour, good manners, good relationships, good environment
(c) Attention, calmness, concentration, self-confidence, self-esteem
(d) Code of conduct, responsibility, efficiency, perseverance, punctuality
20. Ans: (d)

21. Rajiv spends 40% of his salary on food 20% on house rent, 10% on entertainment and 10% on
conveyance. If his saving at the month end are Rs. 2000, then his monthly salary is
(a) Rs 6000 (b) Rs 8000 (c) Rs 10,000 (d) Rs 12,000
21. Ans: (c)

22. A group of workers estimate to finish a work in 10 days, but 5 workers could not join the work. If
the rest of them finished the work in 12 days, the number of members present in the team originally
is
(a) 50 (b) 45 (c) 35 (d) 30
22. Ans: (d)

23. The solution of the system of equations x + y + z = 4, x – y + z = 0, 2x + y + z = 5 is
(a) x = 2, y = 2, z = 0 (b) x = 1, y = 4, z = 1
(c) x = 2, y = 4, z = 3 (d) x = 1, y = 2, z = 1
23. Ans: (d)

24. A cone is resting with its base on HP. A section plane parallel to VP cuts the cone. The section plane
is some distance away from the centre and does not pass through the apex. The true shape of the
section is
(a) Hyperbola (b) Rectangular Hyperbola
(c) Parabola (d) Rectangular Parabola
24. Ans: (b)

25. The minimum value of the function

 occurs at
(a) x = 1 (b) x = -1 ( c) x = 0 ( d)3
25. Ans: (a)

26.ans:(b)

27.ans:(c)

28.ans:(a)

29.ans:(a)

30.ans:(d)

31.ans:(a)

32. Consider the following statements:
i. The failure of many structures ii. Accidents on major highways
iii. Discharge of effluents which pollute rivers iv. Dangerous gas emissions
These are attributable to:
1. Improper design
2. Not adhering to proper maintenance
3. Lack of proper inspection and quality control during construction
4. Corruption amongst several concerned individuals
5. Lack of public concern
Select the most appropriate answer using the codes given below:
(a) 1, 2 and 3 only (b) 1, 2 and 4 only (c) 3, 4 and 5 only (d) 1, 2, 3, 4 and 5
32. Ans: (d)

33. Consider the following statements regarding Golden Ratio for positive integers
1. It is the ratio of difference of two numbers and the smaller number
2. It is the ratio of sum of two numbers and the smaller number
3. It is the ratio of the sum of two numbers and the larger number
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(a) 1, 2 and 3 (b) 3 only (c) 2 only (d) 1 only
33. Ans: (b)

34. For which of the following sectors do comprehensive safety and health statutes, for regulating
Occupational Safety and Health (OSH) at work places, exist at present in India?
(a) Mining, Factories, Ports and Agriculture
(b) Factories, Mining, Agriculture and Construction
(c) Mining, Factories, Ports and Construction
(d) Factories, Ports, Agriculture and Construction
34. Ans: (c)

35. Consider the following statements regarding safety during demolition of the multi-storey building:
1. Demolition need not proceed storey by storey
2. Floor openings, not used for material chutes, should be enclosed with adequate guard rails
3. Before demolition starts all lath and loose plaster shall be stripped off throughout the building
4. Adequate and well-stiffened lateral bracing shall be provided for walls
Which of the above statements are correct?
(a) 1, 2 and 3 only (b) 1 and 4 only (c) 2, 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
35. Ans: (d)

36. A clutch has to transmit 200Nm of torque. Assuming uniform pressure theory and the ratio of outer
to inner radii is 2.5, what are the radii for a uniform pressure of 2MPa with the coefficient of friction
of the liner material being 0.4?
(a) 35 mm and 50 mm (b) 20 mm and 50 mm
(c) 35 mm and 80 mm (d) 20 mm and 80 mm
36. Ans: (b)

37. Consider the goals of the safety policy of a company, at once designating also the responsibilities
and authority for their achievement:
1. Safety of employees and the public at large
2. Efforts to be made to involve all managers, supervisors and employees in the development and
implementation of safety procedures
3. Clearing of all caveats that may tell on keeping the morale of the employees high
Which of the above statements are correct?
(a) 1, 2 and 3 (b) 2 and 3 only (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 1 and 3 only
37. Ans: (a)

38. Which one of the following statements is correct in the development of lateral surfaces of solids?
(a) The development of a right cone is a triangle
(b) Triangulation is the recommended method in the development of a prism
(c) The development of the lateral surface of a right circular cylinder is a rectangle
(d) The elements of an elliptical cone are equal in length
38. Ans: (c)

39. A 15 kW motor drives a bar of boring machine of 30 mm diameter, twisting it through 0.01 radian, if
the shear stress induced is 48 MPa and compressive stress is 57 MPa, the length of the bar whose
G = 0.80 x 10^5 MPa is
(a) 400 mm (b) 350 mm (c) 300 mm (d) 250 mm
39. Ans: (d)

40. Consider the following statements regarding V-belt drive:
1. The groove angle of the sleeve is less than belt section angle
2. The efficiency of a V-belt drive is higher than that of a flat belt drive
3. The groove angle is so made that the belt gets wedged in the groove
Which of the above statements are correct?
(a) 1, 2 and 3 (b) 1 and 2 only (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 2 and 3 only
40. Ans: (c)

41. The purpose of a boring operation in relation to a drilling operation is to
(a) Drill a hole (b) Finish the drilled hole
(c) Correct the drilled hole (d) Enlarge the drilled hole
41. Ans: (d)

42. Which of the following types of power have to be pre-justified; and, when the need and occasion
arise, must very soon be post-justified?
1. Reward power
2. Coercive power
3. Legitimate power
4. Expert power
5. Referent power
Which of the above statements are correct?
(a) 1, 2 and 3 (b) 1, 2 and 5 (c) 2, 3 and 4 (d) 3, 4 and 5
42. Ans: (a)

43. Factors which govern the operating cost of an equipment are:
1. Purchase price of the equipment
2. Depreciation due to regular use
3. Cost of operation, maintenance and repairs
Which of the above statements are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
43. Ans: (c)

44. Consider the following statements with reference to maintenance and service of the product after
delivery to the customer:
1. Reliability analysis uses statistics of failures to estimate, understand and improve the
performance of the equipment and its maintenance
2. Reliability analysis records supports or guides the maintenance engineer in improving the
performance of the product under service
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
44. Ans: (c)

45. The most fundamental attribute of TQM is
(a) Drawing control charts (b) Having regular purposeful meetings
(c) Meeting ISO 9000 audit requirements (d) Direct involvement of top management
45. Ans: (d)

46. Internal audits are used to verify whether
1. Products conform to technical specifications
2. Quality management systems are effectively implemented
Which of the above statements are correct?
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
46. Ans: (c)

47. Which industrial waste is commonly used in construction industry?
(a) Fly ash (b) Slag (c) Sludge (d) Red oxide
47. Ans: (a)

48. If a square pyramid is freely suspended from one of the corners of its base, then the imaginary line
joining that corner with the centre of gravity of the pyramid will be
(a) Inclined at 60 degree with the vertical (b) Inclined at 45 degree with the vertical
(c) Inclined at 30 degree with the vertical (d) Vertical
48. Ans: (d)

49. The maximum percentage defects that a consumer may find definitely acceptable is called
(a) AOQL ( b) LTPD ( c) AQL ( d) AOQ
49. Ans: (c)

50. In which one of the following types of industrial activities does the problem of loading and
scheduling become more difficult?
(a) Single product continuous ( b) Multi-product continuous
(c) Batch production (d) Continuous process production
50. Ans: (c)

51. Ethical issues that can affect an Engineer’s professional and personal life are termed as
(a) Macro-ethics (b) Micro-ethics (c) Morals (d) Rights
51. Ans: (b)

52. The LEED and GRIHA:
1. Are green building rating systems 2. Issue energy compliance certificate
3. Refer to Global standards 4. Are Indian standards under finalization
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
(a) 1 and 2 (b) 2 and 3 (c) 3 and 4 (d) 1 and 4
52. Ans: (a)

53. Consider the following statements regarding activated sludge process:
1. Industries prefer activated sludge process as it requires less space, does not produce obnoxious
odours and requires less time for waste water treatment compared to trickling filter
2. It requires skilled supervision
3. Biological treatment is enhanced because shock loadings are eliminated
Which of the above statements are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only (c) 2 and3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
53. Ans: (d)

54. Consider the following statements regarding ozone:
1. It is continuously being produced and destroyed
2. It helps to sustain life on earth
3. It is formed in the atmosphere through photochemical reaction
Which of the above statements are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
54. Ans: (d)

55. Consider the following statements regarding solar energy:
1. To encourage the adoption of solar energy production, many State Governments and the Centre
have announced plans by way of buy back as well as subsidies for installation
2. Land acquisition of several hectares is a bottleneck in implementing this programme
3. Considerable R & D effort is needed to bring down the cost of P-V cells
Which of the above statements are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only (c) 1, 2 and 3 (d) 2 and 3 only
55. Ans: (c)

56. If the efficiencies of the boiler, turbine and generator are 85%, 45% and 95% respectively, then the
efficiency of the power plant is
(a) 75% (b) 45% (c) 36.3% (d) 28.7%
56. Ans: (c)

57. Which of the above statements are correct?
(a) The end product of fossil fuels is in the form of electrical energy
(b) Watershed protection increases the rate of surface run-off of water
(c) If timber is over-harvested, the ecological functions of the forest are improved
(d) Rivers change their course during floods and lots of fertile soils are lost to the sea
57. Ans: (a)

58. Consider the following statements concerning environmental pollution:
1. Nuclear explosions cause radioactive radiation
2. Earthquakes do not cause Tsunamis
3. Acid rain is not a major environmental issue
4. Air pollution has some impact on meterorology
Which of the above statements are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 (b) 2 and 3 (c) 3 and 4 (d) 1 and 4
58. Ans: (d)

59. The reasons for low rate of plastic recycling are:
1. Scrap plastic has little value because virgin material is rather cheap
2. Low density of plastic leads to high shipping and handling cost
3. Recycling leads to a very severe public health hazard
Which of the above statements are correct?
(a) 1, 2 and 3 (b) 1 and 2 only (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 2 and 3 only
59. Ans: (b)

60. Consider the following statements regarding internet of things (IoT):
1. IoT extends the communication via internet to all the things that surround us
2. IoT is M2M communication
3. IoT uses only wireless technology
4. The major objectives for IoT are the creation of smart environments/spaces and self-aware things
Which of the above statements are correct?
(a) 1 and 3 (b) 2 and 3 (c) 1 and 4 (d) 2 and 4
60. Ans: (c)

61. Consider the following statements regarding SMOG:
1. SMOG was coined during the 1950’s to describe a mixture of smoke and fog experienced in
London
2. The principal pollutants in London SMOG are particulates and sulphur compounds
3. The London SMOG occurs generally early in the morning on cold wet winter days
Which of the above statements are correct?
(a) 1, 2 and 3 (b) 1 and 2 only (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 2 and 3 only
61. Ans: (a)

62. Besides species diversity and ecosystem diversity, which of the following is included in the term
‘bio-diversity’?
(a) Genetic diversity (b) Climatic diversity (c) Cultural diversity (d) Lingual diversity
62. Ans: (a)

63. Consider the following statements regarding Holostore:
1. It is a device that reads and writes data in an optical form
2. It is a computer storage device
3. It refers to Institutions where holography is taught
Which of the above statements are correct?
(a) 1, 2 and 3 (b) 1 and 3 only (c) 1 and 2 only (d) 2 and 3 only
63. Ans: (c)

64. Qualities expected of the manager of a new project are:
1. Confidence of owner entrepreneur
2. Leadership quality and authority
3. Quick decision making
4. Awareness of jobs completed so far, bottlenecks being faced and funds availability
Which of the above statements are correct?
(a) 1, 2 and 3 only (b) 1, 3 and 4 only (c) 2, 3 and 4 only (d) 1,2,3 and only
64. Ans: (c)

65. The ‘Economic life’ of a building is considered to be at an end
1. When the net income from the building fails to justify its existence
2. When the building facilities become obsolete
3. When the capitalization rate becomes high
Which of the above statements are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1,2 and 3
65. Ans: (a)

66. In a company assembly line, assembling gear boxes, five workers are assigned tasks who take 10, 8,
6, 9 and 10 minutes respectively. The balance delay for this assembly line is
(a) 13.3% (b) 14.0% (c) 16.0% (d) 43.3%
66. Ans: (b)

67. What is an optimizing strategy?
(a) Strategy of choosing the best possible solution considering all parameters
(b) Strategy of choosing a compromise solution
(c) Strategy of choosing the least cost solution
(d) Strategy of choosing a solution on the basis of precedents
67. Ans: (a)

68. With reference to problem solving, fixation refers to
(a) Focused approach to problem solving
(b) Planned approach to problem solving
(c) Inability to see a problem from a fresh perspective
(d) Inability to comprehend the goals to be achieved
68. Ans: (c)

69. Concurrent engineering is implemented by involving a cross- functional team for design, production,
testing and operational work.
(a) During the project execution (b) Long before the project execution
(c) Towards the end of the project execution (d) After completion of the project execution
69. Ans: (b)

70. Consider the following statements regarding project management:
1. It is the process of attaining project objectives in a stipulated time to produce quantified and
qualified deliverables.
2. It is the art of bringing together the responsibilities, resources and people necessary to accomplish
the business goals and objectives within the specified time limitations and within the financial
grant
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(a)1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
70. Ans: (c)

71. What is the full form of GPP?
(a) Green Public Policy (b) Green Private Procurement
(c) Green Public Procurement (d) Green private Policy
71. Ans: (c)

72. Consider the following phases of project management:
1. Identification 2. Formulation 3. Appraisal 4. Implementation
Which of the above phases are relevant, sequentially?
(a) 1, 2 and 3 only (b) 1, 2 and 4 only (c) 3 and 4 only (d) 1,2,3 and 4
72. Ans: (d)

73. Phenol and formaldehyde are polymerized to a resultant product known as
(a) PVC (b) Bakelite (c) Polyester (d) Teflon
73. Ans: (b)

74. Consider the following statements concerning e-governance and technology:
1. Rich Site Summary (RSS) is not a very useful tool for working on Web-service technology
2. Myspace is one of the most visited networks in the world
3. Facebook.Com is not the most useful social networking site of choice for most students
4. Wiki- is a group collaboration software tool working on Web-service technology
Which of the above statements are correct?
(a) 1 and 4 (b) 2 and 4 (c) 1 and 3 (d) 2 and 3
74. Ans: (b)

75. Pnematic structures are:
1. Membrane structures
2. Stabilized by compressed air
3. Characterized by internal pressure being less than external pressure
4. Characterized by internal pressure being equal to or more than external pressure
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
(a) 1,2 and 3 (b) 1,2 and 4 (c) 2 and 4 only (d) 1 and 4 only
75. Ans: (b)

76. Consider the following statements regarding water:
1. Water is a polar molecules
2. Water molecules align themselves in an electric field
3. Water molecules vary their alignment if the applied electric polarity changes with time
4. Water molecules align themselves in a magnetic field
Which of the above statements are correct?
(a) 1,2 and 3 only (b) 1, 2 and 4 only (c) 3 and 4 only (d) 1,2,3 and 4
76. Ans: (a)

77. Consider the following assumptions made while developing the ionic packing theory:
1. Cations and anions are spherical but these spheres are not hard
2. Cations are always smaller than anions
3. Each cation would tend to be surrounded by the maximum number of anions permitted by
geometry
4. Cations and anions do not touch each other
Which of the above assumptions are correct?
(a) 1 and 3 (b) 1 and 4 (c) 2 and 4 (d) 2 and 3
77. Ans: (c)

78. Consider the following statements:
1. Asphalt is a naturally occurring product having non-crystalline structure
2. Rock Asphalt occurs in limestones or sandstones
3. Tar is a residue left after distillation of crude oil
4. Resins in Asphalt provide the stickiness to the product
Which of the above statements are correct?
(a) 1,2 and 3 only (b) 3 and 4 only (c) 1,2 and 4 only (d) 1,2,3 and 4
78. Ans: (c)

79. Consider the following statements:
1. Baking soda is used in fire extinguishers
2. Quick lime is used in the manufacture of glass
Which of the above statements is/are correct?
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
79. Ans: (c)

80. In the case of ionic bonding, the molecule is stable as long as the number of bonding electrons is
(a) Equal to the number of anti-bonding electrons
(b) Less than the number of anti-boning electrons
(c) Greater than the number of anti-bonding electrons
(d) Equal to the number of anti-bonding neutrons
80. Ans: (c)

81. A resistor measures 4 ohm at 40 degree C and 6 ohm at 80 degree C. At 0 degree C the resistor will measure(in ohm)
(a) 1.5  ( b) 2 (c) 3 ( d) 4
81. Ans: (b)

82. Fatigue resistance of materials can be improved by:
1. Shot peening 2. Polishing the surface
Which of the above is/are correct?
(a) 1 only (b) 2 only (c) Both 1 and 2 (d) Neither 1 nor 2
82. Ans: (c)

83. Consider the following statements on ‘firewall’ used in computing systems:
1. It controls and monitors the data traffic flow between inside and outside network
2. It protects and secures the inside network from any outside network
3. It can be implemented in software or hardware or a combination of both
Which of the above statements are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
83. Ans: (d)

84. Consider the following as advantages of ICT tools in educational systems:
1. Increased capacity and cost effectiveness of the educational system
2. Achievement by target groups that had limited access to traditional education
3. Support for improvement of the quality and relevance of existing structures of education
4. Provision of links between various educational institutions for knowledge sharing
Which of the above statements are correct?
(a) 1, 2 and 3 only (b) 1, 2 and 4 only (c) 3 and 4 only (d) 1, 2, 3 and 4
84. Ans: (d)

85. How is the closeness or commonness of attitude, behaviour, trust and performance within the
organization designated?
(a) Cohesion (b) Morale (c) Communication (d) Leadership
85. Ans: (a)

86. Accessibility legislation is intended to
(a) Protect intellectual property
(b) Improve the usability of websites
(c) Make all websites easier to use for visually impaired people
(d) Improve access to services for disabled people in both the physical and the virtual worlds
86. Ans: (d)

87. PRAGATI is the acronym
(a) Pro-active governance and transparency in India
(b) Pro-active governance and timely implementation
(c) Primary governance for transparency in India
(d) Promoting and accomplishing governance with assured and timely implementation
87. Ans: (b)

88. The main goal of G2B (Government to Business) is
1. To increase productivity by giving more access to information
2. To lower the cost of doing business
3. To create more transparency
Select the correct answer using the codes given below:
(a) 1 and 2 only (b) 1 and 3 only (c) 2 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3
88. Ans: (d)

89. In a software project, COCOMO (Cost Constructive Model) is used to estimate
(a) Effort and duration based on the size of the software
(b) Size and duration based on the effort of the software
(c) Effort and cost based on the size of the software
(d) Size, effort and duration based on the cost of the software
89. Ans: (a)

90. If a clock loses 5 seconds per day, what is the alteration required in the length of pendulum in order
that the clock keeps correct time?
(a)
4/86400 times its original length be shortened
(b)
1/86400 times its original length be shortened
(c)
1/8640 times its original length be shortened
(d)
4/8640 times its original length be shortened
90. Ans: (c)

Directions:
Each of the next Ten items consists of two statements, one labelled as ‘Statement (I)’ and the other
as ‘Statement (II)’. Examine these two statements carefully and select the answers to these items
using the codes given below:
Codes:
(a) Both Statement (I) and Statement (II) are individually true and Statement (II) is the correct
explanation of Statement (I)
(b) Both Statement (I) and Statement (II) are individually true but Statement (II) is not the correct
explanation of Statement (I)
(c) Statement (I) is true but Statement (II) is false
(d) Statement (I) is false but Statement (II) is true
91. Statement (I): Global warming is the cause for climate change
Statement (II): Ozone depletion will cause global warming.
91. Ans: (c)

92. Statement (I): Graph between potential energy of spring versus the extension or compression of the
spring is a straight line.
Statement (II): Potential energy of a stretched or compressed spring, is directly proportional to
square of extension or compression.
92. Ans: (d)

93. Statement (I): Fatigue failure is a stress which is lower than the yield strength of a metal.
Statement (II): Repeated straining lowers the yield strength.
93. Ans: (a)

94. Statement (I): Physical properties of composite materials are generally isotropic.
Statement (II): The stiffness of composite panel will often depend upon the orientation of the
applied forces and /or moments.
94. Ans: (d)

95. Statement (I): Environmental considerations are not necessarily the same as, or congruent with,
Ecological considerations.
Statement (II): Environmental considerations address more towards maintaining, whereas
Ecological considerations address more towards sustaining.
95. Ans: (a)

96. Statement (I): Manganese is always added to steels since it combines with the sulphur content to
form manganese sulphide.
Statement (II): If manganese is not added, iron sulphide which is not harmful for steel, would form.
96. Ans: (c)

97. Statement (I): Quality Circle is a method to bring Organizational Improvement through indulging
the workers.
Statement (II): The main aim of Quality Circle is self-development and mutual development of
grass root level employees.
97. Ans: (c)

98. Statement (I): Digital India is a program to transform India into a digitally empowered society.
Statement (II): Digital India is a program to institute smart cities.
98. Ans: (c)

99. Statement (I): Increased cloud cover will lead to warmer winters due to clouds reflecting more
intense solar energy.
Statement (II): Overcast cloud conditions result in decrease in the day-night temperature difference.
99. Ans: (d)

100. Statement (I): Engineers shall hold paramount the safety, health and welfare of the public while
performing their professional duties.
Statement (II): Engineers shall continue their professional development throughout their careers.
100. Ans: (b)
                   
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