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2026 (1919 questions)

Q1.
Solve the linear equation for $x$: $4x + 5 = 33$.

(A)
x = 8
(B)
x = 6
(C)
x = 7
(D)
x = 9
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Q2.
In Physics, consider the Work-Energy Theorem statement for a particle. Which statement correctly defines this principle?

(A)
Work done is always zero under variable forces
(B)
Work done by all forces acting on a particle equals the change in its kinetic energy ($W = \Delta K$)
(C)
Work done equals rate of change of momentum
(D)
Work done equals change in potential energy only
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2025 (354 questions)

Q1.

[MAT] Complete the number series: 2, 6, 12, 20, 30, 42, ?


(A)
56
(B)
52
(C)
48
(D)
64
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Q2.
In English Language and Grammar, identify the grammatically correct sentence or rule regarding Subject-Verb Agreement with distributive pronouns ('neither of', 'either of').

(A)
Neither of the candidates has submitted the required documentation.
(B)
Neither of the candidates are submitting the documentation.
(C)
Neither of the candidates were submitted documentation.
(D)
Neither of the candidates have submitted the required documentation.
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2024 (679 questions)

Q1.

കേരള പാഠാവലി (USS & NMMS): 'സാഹിത്യ വിചാരം' എന്ന കൃതിയുടെ കർത്താവ് ആരാണ്?


(A)
വൈലോപ്പിള്ളി, ഒ.എൻ.വി, തകഴി, ബഷീർ അല്ലെങ്കിൽ പ്രമുഖ എഴുത്തുകാരൻ (സാഹിത്യ വിചാരം)
(B)
വിദേശ കവി
(C)
രചയിതാവ് അജ്ഞാതൻ
(D)
ഇവയിലൊന്നുമല്ല
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Q2.
Solve the linear equation for $x$: $8x + 7 = 31$.

(A)
x = 2
(B)
x = 3
(C)
x = 4
(D)
x = 5
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2023 (690 questions)

Q1.
In English Language and Grammar, identify the grammatically correct sentence or rule regarding Active to Passive voice transformation: 'The government has constructed a new bridge across the river.'.

(A)
A new bridge is being constructed across the river by the government.
(B)
A new bridge had been constructed across the river by the government.
(C)
A new bridge has been constructed across the river by the government.
(D)
A new bridge was constructed across the river by the government.
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Q2.
In English Language and Grammar, identify the grammatically correct sentence or rule regarding Appropriate preposition: 'He was thoroughly accustomed _____ working under strict deadlines.'.

(A)
in
(B)
for
(C)
with
(D)
to
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2022 (262 questions)

Q1.
Regarding Malayalam (കേരള പാഠാവലി - NMMS Prep), which statement represents a core foundational principle of Correct grammatical structure of affirmative sentences?

(A)
Object + Verb + Subject
(B)
Verb + Subject + Object
(C)
Object + Subject + Verb
(D)
Subject + Verb + Object in standard grammatical syntax
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Q2.
In Physics, consider the Condition for Total Internal Reflection (TIR) to occur at an interface. Which statement correctly defines this principle?

(A)
Light must be monochromatic and linearly polarized
(B)
Light travels from rarer to denser medium with $i < i_c$
(C)
Angle of incidence must equal angle of refraction ($i = r$)
(D)
Light must travel from an optically denser to rarer medium and angle of incidence must exceed critical angle ($i > i_c$)
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2021 (291 questions)

Q1.
In English Language and Grammar, identify the grammatically correct sentence or rule regarding Active to Passive voice transformation: 'The government has constructed a new bridge across the river.'.

(A)
A new bridge was constructed across the river by the government.
(B)
A new bridge has been constructed across the river by the government.
(C)
A new bridge had been constructed across the river by the government.
(D)
A new bridge is being constructed across the river by the government.
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Q2.
In English Language and Grammar, identify the grammatically correct sentence or rule regarding Conditional Clause Type 3 structure for hypothetical past situations.

(A)
If they had alerted the authorities earlier, the accident would have been prevented.
(B)
If they alerted the authorities earlier, the accident will be prevented.
(C)
If they would alert the authorities, the accident had been prevented.
(D)
If they have alerted the authorities, the accident would prevent.
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2020 (298 questions)

Q1.

ആസിഡുകളും ആൽക്കലികളും (Acids & Alkalis - USS Standard): 'ഇന്ത്യൻ ഭരണഘടനയുടെ സവിശേഷതകൾ' ലായനിയുടെ pH സ്വഭാവം എന്താണ്?


(A)
pH < 7 ആസിഡ്, pH = 7 നിർവീര്യം, pH > 7 ആൽക്കലി (ഇന്ത്യൻ ഭരണഘടനയുടെ സവിശേഷതകൾ)
(B)
ആസിഡുകൾ ചുവന്ന ലിറ്റ്മസിനെ നീലയാക്കുന്നു
(C)
ആൽക്കലികൾക്ക് പുളിരുചിയാണ്
(D)
ഇവയിലൊന്നുമല്ല
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Q2.
Regarding Malayalam (കേരള പാഠാവലി - NMMS Prep), which statement represents a core foundational principle of Importance of environmental conservation and biodiversity?

(A)
Maximizing industrial waste output
(B)
Accelerating deforestation for urban sprawl
(C)
Eliminating apex predators from natural habitats
(D)
Maintaining ecological equilibrium, nutrient cycling, and climate regulation
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2019 (291 questions)

Q1.
In English Language and Grammar, identify the grammatically correct sentence or rule regarding Idiom meaning: 'Bite the bullet'.

(A)
To retreat from an impending danger
(B)
To eat something very hard
(C)
To face a difficult or unpleasant situation with courage and fortitude
(D)
To shoot an accurate target
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Q2.
In English Language and Grammar, identify the grammatically correct sentence or rule regarding Conditional Clause Type 3 structure for hypothetical past situations.

(A)
If they have alerted the authorities, the accident would prevent.
(B)
If they had alerted the authorities earlier, the accident would have been prevented.
(C)
If they would alert the authorities, the accident had been prevented.
(D)
If they alerted the authorities earlier, the accident will be prevented.
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2018 (272 questions)

Q1.

അടിസ്ഥാന ശാസ്ത്രം (USS & NMMS): 'ലോഹങ്ങൾ (Metals & Non-metals)' എന്ന ശാസ്ത്രതത്വം അല്ലെങ്കിൽ പ്രതിഭാസം എന്താണ്?


(A)
ശാസ്ത്രീയ നിർവ്വചനവും പ്രകൃതിനിയമവും (ലോഹങ്ങൾ (Metals & Non-metals))
(B)
അന്ധവിശ്വാസം
(C)
തെറ്റായ നിഗമനം
(D)
ഇവയിലൊന്നുമല്ല
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Q2.
Solve the linear equation for $x$: $6x + 15 = 51$.

(A)
x = 5
(B)
x = 6
(C)
x = 8
(D)
x = 7
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2017 (323 questions)

Q1.
In English Language and Grammar, identify the grammatically correct sentence or rule regarding Active to Passive voice transformation: 'The government has constructed a new bridge across the river.'.

(A)
A new bridge has been constructed across the river by the government.
(B)
A new bridge was constructed across the river by the government.
(C)
A new bridge is being constructed across the river by the government.
(D)
A new bridge had been constructed across the river by the government.
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Q2.
In English Language and Grammar, identify the grammatically correct sentence or rule regarding Idiom meaning: 'Bite the bullet'.

(A)
To retreat from an impending danger
(B)
To shoot an accurate target
(C)
To face a difficult or unpleasant situation with courage and fortitude
(D)
To eat something very hard
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2016 (298 questions)

Q1.
Divide 20 in the ratio 2 : 3.

(A)
8 and 12
(B)
16 and 12
(C)
10 and 10
(D)
7 and 13
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Q2.
What is 25% of 200?

(A)
75
(B)
60
(C)
50
(D)
40
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2015 (282 questions)

Q1.
In English Language and Grammar, identify the grammatically correct sentence or rule regarding Active to Passive voice transformation: 'The government has constructed a new bridge across the river.'.

(A)
A new bridge has been constructed across the river by the government.
(B)
A new bridge had been constructed across the river by the government.
(C)
A new bridge is being constructed across the river by the government.
(D)
A new bridge was constructed across the river by the government.
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Q2.
In English Language and Grammar, identify the grammatically correct sentence or rule regarding Idiom meaning: 'Bite the bullet'.

(A)
To face a difficult or unpleasant situation with courage and fortitude
(B)
To eat something very hard
(C)
To retreat from an impending danger
(D)
To shoot an accurate target
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