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SBI Clerk 2023 previous year paper practice · PYQ-pattern set

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Showing 10 of the 14 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 · Fill in the Blanks

    Choose the most appropriate pair of words to fill in the blanks: The bank's customer service team was _______ for their prompt and _______ response to all complaints.

    • A. criticized, delayed
    • B. commended, courteous
    • C. ignored, rude
    • D. questioned, careless
    Answer and solution

    Answer: B

    The context suggests positive feedback, so 'commended' (praised) and 'courteous' (polite) are the appropriate words.

  2. Q2 · Para Jumbles

    Arrange the sentences in a logical sequence: P. This has led to increased adoption of cashless payment methods. Q. The government launched several initiatives to promote digital transactions. R. Cash transactions were gradually being replaced by electronic payments. S. Smartphone penetration reached unprecedented levels in urban areas. What is the correct order?

    • A. SQPR
    • B. QSPR
    • C. SRQP
    • D. RSPQ
    Answer and solution

    Answer: A

    The logical flow is: S (smartphone penetration) → Q (government initiatives) → P (increased adoption) → R (cash being replaced).

  3. Q3 · Idioms and Phrases

    Choose the most appropriate meaning of the given idiom: "Hit the nail on the head"

    • A. To describe exactly what is causing a situation or problem
    • B. To injure someone accidentally
    • C. To start a difficult task
    • D. To make a loud noise
    Answer and solution

    Answer: A

    The idiom means to describe or identify something precisely and accurately, or to get something exactly right.

  4. Q4 · Number Series

    What will come in place of the question mark (?) in the following number series? 5, 8, 14, 26, 50, ?

    • A. 92
    • B. 98
    • C. 102
    • D. 86
    Answer and solution

    Answer: B

    Pattern: Each term = (previous term × 2) - 2. So, 5×2-2=8, 8×2-2=14, 14×2-2=26, 26×2-2=50, 50×2-2=98.

  5. Q5 · Arithmetic

    A shopkeeper marks his goods 25% above the cost price and allows a discount of 10%. What is his profit percentage?

    • A. 10%
    • B. 12.5%
    • C. 15%
    • D. 18%
    Answer and solution

    Answer: B

    Let CP = 100. Marked price = 125. After 10% discount, SP = 125 × 0.9 = 112.5. Profit = 12.5, so profit% = 12.5%.

  6. Q6 · Number System

    The smallest number which when divided by 12, 15, and 20 leaves a remainder of 5 in each case is:

    • A. 60
    • B. 65
    • C. 80
    • D. 85
    Answer and solution

    Answer: B

    LCM of 12, 15, 20 = 60. Required number = LCM + remainder = 60 + 5 = 65.

  7. Q7 · Puzzles

    Five friends M, N, O, P, and Q have different heights. M is taller than N but shorter than Q. O is taller than P but shorter than N. Who is the tallest?

    • A. M
    • B. N
    • C. Q
    • D. Cannot be determined
    Answer and solution

    Answer: C

    From the statements: N < M < Q and P < O < N. Combining: P < O < N < M < Q. Q is the tallest.

  8. Q8 · Alphabet Test / Word Formation

    How many pairs of letters are there in the word 'JOURNEY' which have as many letters between them in the word as in the English alphabet?

    • A. One
    • B. Two
    • C. Three
    • D. None
    Answer and solution

    Answer: C

    Checking all pairs: J&N (positions gap giving 3 between; alphabet diff 4), U&Y (3 between; diff 4), and J&E (4 between; diff 5) all qualify. Three pairs satisfy the condition.

  9. Q9 · Synonyms and Antonyms

    Choose the word that is most nearly the SAME in meaning as the word given in bold. MITIGATE

    • A. Aggravate
    • B. Alleviate
    • C. Intensify
    • D. Worsen
    Answer and solution

    Answer: B

    'Mitigate' means to make less severe or serious. 'Alleviate' has a similar meaning, making it the correct synonym.

  10. Q10 · Fill in the Blanks

    In the question below, a sentence is given with two blanks. Four pairs of words are given as options. Choose the pair that correctly fills both the blanks. The new regulations are designed to ______ transparency in financial transactions and ______ fraudulent activities.

    • A. reduce, encourage
    • B. enhance, prevent
    • C. diminish, allow
    • D. increase, promote
    Answer and solution

    Answer: B

    'Enhance' correctly fits the first blank (to improve transparency), and 'prevent' fits the second blank (to stop fraudulent activities).

Breakdown by subject

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    6 questions

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SBI Clerk 2023 previous year paper — frequently asked questions

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