Sample questions
You've seen the pattern — here are a few of the actual PYQs.
EPFO2023
In a desert, X and Y are two spots that are separated by 100 km. At point X, are placed two pillars, one black and one white. Along the line joining X and Y, a white pillar is placed for every 180 m and a black pillar is placed for every 350 m. How many times can one find black and white pillars together while traveling from X to Y?
- A 14
- B 15
- C 16 ✓
- D 17
✓ Correct answer: (C)
Quantitative Aptitude › Number System
EPFO2015
At a dinner party, every two guests used a bowl of rice between them, every three guests used a bowl of dal among them and every four guests used a bowl of curd among them. There are altogether 65 bowls. What is the number of guests present at the party ?
- A 90
- B 80
- C 70
- D 60 ✓
✓ Correct answer: (D)
Quantitative Aptitude › Arithmetic
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