In Microsoft Excel, the file you create and edit is called:
- (A) A form
- (B) A ledger
- (C) A table
- (D) A workbook
Check AnswerExplanationThe primary file that you work on in Microsoft Excel is referred to as a workbook. Opening Excel creates a workbook, and it is from this workbook that you can have one or more worksheets, referred to as tabs or spreadsheets.
The famous Adam’s Peak, which is venerated by Christians, Muslim, Buddhists and Hindus is located in:
- (A) Syria
- (B) Turkey
- (C) Malaysia
- (D) Sri Lanka
Check AnswerExplanation
The famous Adam’s Peak, locally known as Sri Pada, or the sacred footprint, is a conical mountain that rises to a height of 2,243 metres or 7,359 feet in the heart of Sri Lanka. Adam’s Peak is a place of faith for all:
For the Buddhists, it is the Buddha’s own footprint.
For the Hindus, it is Shiva’s footprint.
For Muslims and Christians, it is associated with Adam, who took his first step on earth from paradise.
In Microsoft Window-7, which of the following is not a gadget?
- (A) Recycling Bin
- (B) Weather
- (C) Date and Time
- (D) NEWS
Check AnswerExplanationIn Windows 7, Recycling Bin is displayed as a normal system icon on the desktop instead of a gadget. Gadgets are small applications that reside on the desktop or sidebar to provide some kind of data or useful tools.
Carbon Scheme was introduced under the:
- (A) UN Convention on Climate Change
- (B) UN Convention on Biodiversity
- (C) Kyoto Protocol
- (D) Ramses Convention
Check AnswerExplanation
The carbon credit system, including the Clean Development Mechanism (CDM), has been introduced under the Kyoto Protocol framework.
Kyoto Protocol (1997): This is a treaty aimed at reducing emissions of greenhouse gases. Market-based instruments such as carbon trading, Clean Development Mechanism (CDM), and Joint Implementation were introduced to help achieve the targets set by developed countries. While the Kyoto Protocol was adopted under the UN Framework Convention on Climate Change (UNFCCC), the specific scheme of carbon trading/credits was created by the Protocol itself in 1997.
Which is the odd number in the following numbers: 8, 27, 64, 100, 125, 216, 343
- (A) 27
- (B) 100
- (C) 125
- (D) 343
Check AnswerExplanation
Solution: Let’s look at the list:
8 = 2³
27 = 3³
64 = 4³
125 = 5³
216 = 6³
343 = 7³
All of the numbers are perfect cubes except 100.
100 is not a perfect cube. It is 10 squared i.e 10².
The correct answer: (B) 100
Who was the last Governor-General of Pakistan?
- (A) Muhammad Ali Jinnah
- (B) Sir Khawaja Nazimuddin
- (C) Ghulam Muhammad
- (D) Iskandar Mirza
Check AnswerExplanation
The last Governor-General of Pakistan was Iskandar Mirza. He served in the role from August 7, 1955, until March 23, 1956, when the position was abolished with the creation of the first constitution of Pakistan, after which he assumed the role of the first President of Pakistan.
Prior to Iskandar Mirza, Muhammad Ali Jinnah served as the first Governor-General of Pakistan from 1947 to 1948. He was succeeded by Sir Khawaja Nazimuddin, the second Governor-General of Pakistan (1948-1951). Ghulam Muhammad served as the third Governor-General of Pakistan from 1951-1955.
In MS PowerPoint, on mouse click option can be used by:
- (A) Insert -> on mouse click
- (B) Format -> on mouse click
- (C) Transition -> on mouse click
- (D) Review -> on mouse click
Check Answer
- (C) Transition -> on mouse click
ExplanationThe correct answer is (C) Transition -> on mouse click. When using PowerPoint, the “On Mouse Click” option is mostly located in the Transitions tab. This option allows you to determine when a slide advances, either by clicking on it or by pressing a key.
What is the name of Hadith, which is according to the Holy Quran and Reason?
- (A) Hadith Sahih
- (B) Hadith Qauli
- (C) Hadith Mashoor
- (D) Hadith Mauzoo
Check AnswerExplanation
Sahih Hadith is a reliable statement that has passed rigorous tests for authenticity both in terms of the chain of narrators (Isnad) and the statement itself (Matn). An important criterion for a Hadith is that it does not contradict the Holy Quran, history, or logic. A Hadith that contradicts the clear teachings of the Quran or logic cannot be considered authentic or reliable, regardless of the strength of the chain of narrators.
Hadith Qauli: This term means “Verbal Hadith” or the actual sayings of the Prophet Muhammad. This does not mean that it is authentic or necessarily in agreement with reason; a Qauli Hadith may be Sahih, Da’if (weak), or even a fabrication.
Hadith Mashoor: This classification is based on the transmission or reporting of the Hadith. It means a “Famous Hadith” that has at least three different narrators in each stage or link of the chain. Being famous does not automatically mean that a Hadith is Sahih or necessarily in agreement with reason.
Hadith Mauzoo: This term means a fabricated or forged Hadith; false reports or stories falsely attributed to the Prophet Muhammad that often contradict the Holy Quran or logic.
In March 1920, Mahatma Gandhi started:
- (A) Non-Cooperation Movement
- (B) General Processions
- (C) Strikes
- (D) Revolt
Check Answer
- (A) Non-Cooperation Movement
ExplanationIn March 1920, he revealed his proposal for the Non-Cooperation Movement. This was a direct response to the British crackdown on Punjab, particularly the Jallianwala Bagh massacre, as well as the Khilafat question. Even though the Congress party did not formally adopt the resolution until September 1920, the Non-Cooperation Movement officially began in December 1920. However, Gandhi had begun to mobilize the movement as early as 1920.
The process by which a substance absorbs moisture upon exposure to atmosphere is called:
- (A) Deliquescence
- (B) Efflorescence
- (C) Dehydrogenation
- (D) Desalination
Check AnswerExplanation
Deliquescence is when a substance, normally a salt, attracts moisture from the air to the point that it dissolves to a liquid solution. This is because the vapor pressure of the solution is lower than the water vapor pressure of the air. Some notable substances are calcium chloride, magnesium chloride, and sodium hydroxide.
Efflorescence: The opposite process, where a hydrated salt loses water to the atmosphere.
Dehydrogenation: The removal of hydrogen from a molecule.
Desalination: The removal of salt, usually to make seawater potable.
