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Mathematics Easy

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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Mathematics Easy

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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Mathematics Easy

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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Mathematics Easy

What is the value of π (Pi) approximately?

  • A3.14159
  • B3.14169
  • C3.14149
  • D3.14179
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Correct Answer: Option A — 3.14159
Explanation: Pi (π) is approximately equal to 3.14159265... It is the ratio of a circle's circumference to its diameter. It is an irrational number.
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Computer Science Easy

The internet protocol "HTTP" stands for:

  • AHyper Text Transfer Protocol
  • BHigh Tech Transfer Protocol
  • CHyper Text Transmission Protocol
  • DHyper Transfer Text Protocol
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Correct Answer: Option A — Hyper Text Transfer Protocol
Explanation: HTTP stands for HyperText Transfer Protocol. It is the foundation of data communication on the World Wide Web. HTTPS (S for Secure) is its encrypted version.
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Computer Science Easy

What does RAM stand for?

  • ARandom Access Memory
  • BRead Access Memory
  • CRapid Access Memory
  • DRandom Application Memory
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Correct Answer: Option A — Random Access Memory
Explanation: RAM stands for Random Access Memory. It is a type of volatile memory that temporarily stores data that the CPU is currently using. Data is lost when power is turned off.
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Computer Science Easy

What is the full form of HTML?

  • AHyper Text Markup Language
  • BHigh Text Making Language
  • CHyper Transfer Markup Language
  • DHigh Technology Markup Language
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Correct Answer: Option A — Hyper Text Markup Language
Explanation: HTML stands for HyperText Markup Language. It is the standard markup language for creating web pages and web applications.
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Computer Science Easy

Which of the following is NOT an operating system?

  • AWindows 11
  • BUbuntu Linux
  • CMicrosoft Word
  • DmacOS Ventura
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Correct Answer: Option C — Microsoft Word
Explanation: Microsoft Word is a word processing application software, not an operating system. Windows, Ubuntu, and macOS are all operating systems that manage computer hardware and software.
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Computer Science Easy

What does CPU stand for?

  • ACentral Processing Unit
  • BCentral Program Unit
  • CComputer Processing Unit
  • DCentral Processor Utility
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Correct Answer: Option A — Central Processing Unit
Explanation: CPU stands for Central Processing Unit. It is the primary component of a computer that performs most of the processing. It is often called the "brain" of the computer.
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English Medium

What is the antonym of "Benevolent"?

  • AGenerous
  • BKind
  • CMalevolent
  • DCharitable
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Correct Answer: Option C — Malevolent
Explanation: "Benevolent" means well-meaning and kindly. Its antonym is "Malevolent" which means having evil intentions. Both words share the Latin root "volent" (wishing).
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