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NTS MCQs

National Testing Service — Complete MCQ Bank

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51

Which of the following is a prime number?

  • A1
  • B9
  • C15
  • D17
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Correct Answer: Option D — 17
Explanation: 17 is a prime number having exactly two factors: 1 and itself. The number 1 is neither prime nor composite. 9 equals 3×3 and 15 equals 3×5 so both are composite. Prime numbers are fundamental in number theory cryptography and competitive exam questions on divisibility HCF LCM and factorization.
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52

What is 2 raised to the power of 10?

  • A512
  • B1000
  • C1024
  • D2048
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Correct Answer: Option C — 1024
Explanation: 2 to the power of 10 equals 1024 calculated as ten successive multiplications of 2. Powers of 2 are important in computer science and mathematics. Memorizing powers of 2 up to at least 2 to the power 12 (4096) is useful for competitive exams involving binary calculations and number theory topics.
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53

The sum of angles in a triangle is?

  • A90 degrees
  • B180 degrees
  • C270 degrees
  • D360 degrees
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Correct Answer: Option B — 180 degrees
Explanation: The interior angles of any triangle always sum to exactly 180 degrees. This fundamental theorem of Euclidean geometry applies to all triangles whether equilateral isosceles scalene right-angled or obtuse. It is frequently used to find unknown angles in triangles and polygons and is foundational for all geometry questions.
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54

What is the LCM of 4 and 6?

  • A12
  • B18
  • C24
  • D36
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Correct Answer: Option A — 12
Explanation: The Least Common Multiple of 4 and 6 is 12. For 4 (2²) and 6 (2×3) LCM = 2²×3 = 12. LCM is the smallest positive integer divisible by both numbers. It is used in adding fractions finding common denominators and solving problems involving cycles or periodic events in competitive exam arithmetic.
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55

If x + 5 = 12 what is the value of x?

  • A5
  • B6
  • C7
  • D8
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Correct Answer: Option C — 7
Explanation: Solving x + 5 = 12: subtract 5 from both sides giving x = 7. This is a basic linear equation in one variable. Linear equations form the foundation of algebra and appear in virtually every competitive exam. Mastering quick solutions to such equations is essential for tackling more complex word problems accurately.
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56

What is the value of π (pi) up to two decimal places?

  • A3.12
  • B3.14
  • C3.16
  • D3.18
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Correct Answer: Option B — 3.14
Explanation: Pi (π) is an irrational constant representing the ratio of a circle's circumference to its diameter. Its value is approximately 3.14159 rounded to 3.14. Pi appears extensively in geometry trigonometry and calculus including formulas for area circumference of circles volume of spheres and numerous physics and engineering equations.
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57

If a rectangle has length 8m and width 5m, what is its area?

  • A26 sq m
  • B40 sq m
  • C13 sq m
  • D80 sq m
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Correct Answer: Option B — 40 sq m
Explanation: Area of Rectangle = Length × Width = 8 × 5 = 40 square meters. Perimeter = 2(L+W) = 2(8+5) = 26 meters.
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58

What is the square root of 144?

  • A11
  • B12
  • C13
  • D14
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Correct Answer: Option B — 12
Explanation: The square root of 144 = 12, because 12 × 12 = 144. Perfect squares to memorize: 1,4,9,16,25,36,49,64,81,100,121,144,169,196,225.
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59

Solve: 2x + 5 = 15, find x

  • Ax = 4
  • Bx = 5
  • Cx = 6
  • Dx = 7
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Correct Answer: Option B — x = 5
Explanation: 2x + 5 = 15 → 2x = 15 - 5 → 2x = 10 → x = 10/2 → x = 5. Always verify: 2(5) + 5 = 10 + 5 = 15 ✓
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60

What is 15% of 200?

  • A25
  • B30
  • C35
  • D40
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Correct Answer: Option B — 30
Explanation: 15% of 200 = (15/100) × 200 = 0.15 × 200 = 30. Percentage calculations are fundamental in competitive exams.
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