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OD Police PC 2023 previous year paper practice · PYQ-pattern set

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OD Police PC 2023 PYQ-pattern questions

Showing 10 of the 17 PYQ-pattern questions in this set — freshly worded in that year's pattern, not the original questions. Answers and solutions open under each question.

  1. Q1 · Synonyms

    Choose the correct synonym for "Diligent":

    • A. Lazy
    • B. Hardworking
    • C. Careless
    • D. Negligent
    Answer and solution

    Answer: B

    'Diligent' means showing care and effort in one's work, which is synonymous with 'hardworking'.

  2. Q2 · Cloze Test

    Fill in the blank with the most appropriate word. The new policy will _____ significant changes in the administrative procedures.

    • A. bring about
    • B. bring up
    • C. bring down
    • D. bring out
    Answer and solution

    Answer: A

    'Bring about' means to cause or make something happen, which fits the context of implementing changes.

  3. Q3 · Fill in the Blanks

    Fill in the blank with the appropriate preposition. The conference will be held _____ the 15th of March.

    • A. in
    • B. at
    • C. on
    • D. by
    Answer and solution

    Answer: C

    'On' is used with specific dates, making it the correct preposition for '15th of March'.

  4. Q4 · Decimal Fractions

    What is the value of (0.75 × 0.8) ÷ (0.15 × 0.4)?

    • A. 8
    • B. 10
    • C. 12
    • D. 15
    Answer and solution

    Answer: B

    (0.75 × 0.8) ÷ (0.15 × 0.4) = 0.6 ÷ 0.06 = 10.

  5. Q5 · Simple Interest

    What is the simple interest on ₹8000 at 5% per annum for 3 years?

    • A. ₹1000
    • B. ₹1200
    • C. ₹1500
    • D. ₹1100
    Answer and solution

    Answer: B

    Simple Interest = (P × R × T)/100 = (8000 × 5 × 3)/100 = ₹1200.

  6. Q6 · Time, Speed and Distance

    A train travels 240 km at a speed of 60 km/h. How much time does it take to complete the journey?

    • A. 3 hours
    • B. 4 hours
    • C. 5 hours
    • D. 6 hours
    Answer and solution

    Answer: B

    Time = Distance ÷ Speed = 240 ÷ 60 = 4 hours.

  7. Q7 · Number Series

    Find the next number in the series: 3, 6, 12, 24, 48, ?

    • A. 72
    • B. 84
    • C. 96
    • D. 108
    Answer and solution

    Answer: C

    Each term is multiplied by 2. So, 48 × 2 = 96.

  8. Q8 · Syllogism

    Statements: All mangoes are fruits. Some fruits are sweet. Conclusions: I. Some mangoes are sweet. II. All fruits are mangoes. Which conclusion follows?

    • A. Only I
    • B. Only II
    • C. Both I and II
    • D. Neither I nor II
    Answer and solution

    Answer: D

    From 'All mangoes are fruits' and 'Some fruits are sweet,' we cannot conclude that some mangoes are sweet. Conclusion II contradicts the first statement. Hence, neither conclusion follows.

  9. Q9 · Series Completion

    Find the missing number in the series: 5, 11, 23, 47, ?, 191

    • A. 85
    • B. 91
    • C. 95
    • D. 99
    Answer and solution

    Answer: C

    The pattern is: multiply by 2 and add 1. 5×2+1=11, 11×2+1=23, 23×2+1=47, 47×2+1=95, 95×2+1=191.

  10. Q10 · Indian Heritage and Culture

    The famous Sun Temple of Konark is located in which state?

    • A. Tamil Nadu
    • B. Gujarat
    • C. Odisha
    • D. Rajasthan
    Answer and solution

    Answer: C

    The Sun Temple at Konark, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, is located in Odisha and was built in the 13th century.

Breakdown by subject

  • English Language

    4 questions

  • Arithmetic

    4 questions

  • Logical Reasoning and Aptitude

    2 questions

  • General Knowledge and Awareness

    3 questions

  • Basic Computer Knowledge

    1 questions

  • Odisha State Specific

    2 questions

  • Odia Language

    1 questions

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