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math_qa
mathqa_03_00650
a man can row 10 kmph in still water . when the river is running at 1.2 kmph , it takes him 1 hour to row to a place and back . what is the total distance traveled by the man ?
[ "6.24 km", "6 km", "9.86 km", "5.66 km" ]
C
m = 10 s = 1.2 ds = 11.2 us = 8.8 x / 11.2 + x / 8.8 = 1 x = 4.93 d = 4.93 * 2 = 9.86 answer : c
math_qa
mathqa_03_01932
the average monthly income of p and q is rs . 2050 . the average monthly income of q and r is rs . 5250 and the average monthly income of p and r is rs . 6200 . the monthly income ofq is :
[ "1100", "2100", "1200", "3100" ]
A
"explanation : let p , q and r represent their respective monthly incomes . then , we have : p + q = ( 2050 x 2 ) = 4100 . . . . ( i ) q + r = ( 5250 x 2 ) = 10500 . . . . ( ii ) p + r = ( 6200 x 2 ) = 12400 . . . . ( iii ) adding ( i ) , ( ii ) and ( iii ) , we get : 2 ( p + q + r ) = 27000 or p + q + r = 13500 . . . ...
sciq
sciq_01_07613
What term describes the energy of an object that is moving or has the potential to move?
[ "molecular energy", "stationary energy", "mechanical energy", "thermal energy" ]
C
Mechanical energy is the energy of an object that is moving or has the potential to move. It is the sum of an object’s kinetic and potential energy. In Figure below , the basketball has mechanical energy because it is moving. The arrow in the same figure has mechanical energy because it has the potential to move due to...
openbookqa
obqa_02_01577
As the Earth crust receives radiation from the sun it
[ "releases CO2", "loses mass", "swells", "thermally increases" ]
D
as temperature during the day increases , the temperature in an environment will increase
openbookqa
obqa_02_00013
What happens when mercury is placed in water?
[ "it dissolves", "it sinks", "it floats", "it hardens" ]
B
a body of water is a source of water
sciq
sciq_01_00398
What is the largest cartilaginous fish?
[ "blue whale", "sturgeon", "dolphin", "whale shark" ]
D
Mike Johnston. Whale sharks are the largest cartilaginous fish . CC BY 2.0.
medmcqa
medmcqa_05_03086
Lower end Esophageal cancer can be treated by:
[ "Ivor Lewis Approach", "Mc keown's Approach", "Only Chemotherapy", "Chemoradiotherapy" ]
A
Ans. (a) Ivor Lewis approachRef: Bailey and Love 25th Edition, Page 1033The methods of treating lower end esophageal cancer by surgery can be by* Ivor lewis transthoracic radical two stage lymphadenectomy* Video Assisted Thoracoscopic Surgery (VATS) esophagectomy* Transhiatal esophagectomy of Orringer.
sciq
sciq_01_09566
Without what food chain component, organic wastes and dead organisms would pile up everywhere, and their nutrients would no longer be recycled?
[ "probiotics", "nitrates", "acids", "decomposers" ]
D
Decomposers are heterotrophs that break down the wastes of other organisms or the remains of dead organisms. When they do, they release simple inorganic molecules back into the environment. Producers can then use the inorganic molecules to make new organic compounds. For this reason, decomposers are essential to every ...
ARC-Easy
arc_04_01700
The exotic plant Melaleuca, or Australian Pine, has increased the intensity of fires across the Everglades. The amount of fuel available for fires has increased due to the presence of the Melaleuca. The Melaleuca releases massive numbers of seeds in response to fire, drought, and herbicide damage. Which best describes ...
[ "adaptation", "competition", "diversification", "mutation" ]
A
null
sciq
sciq_01_05827
What are the four well-known states of matter?
[ "solid , imine , gas , and plasma", "solid, liquid, gas, and wave", "solid, liquid, plasma, and metal", "solid, liquid, gas, and plasma" ]
D
The photo above represents water in three common states of matter. States of matter are different phases in which any given type of matter can exist. There are actually four well-known states of matter: solid, liquid, gas, and plasma. Plasma isn’t represented in the iceberg photo, but the other three states of matter a...
sciq
sciq_01_11119
What are changes in makeup and chemical properties of matter called?
[ "chemical changes", "carbonate changes", "mineral changes", "radical changes" ]
A
Chemical changes are changes in the makeup and chemical properties of matter. An example of a chemical change is wood burning.
math_qa
mathqa_03_00067
the product of two numbers is 4107 . if the h . c . f of these numbers is 37 , then the greater number is :
[ "101", "107", "111", "112" ]
C
"let the numbers be 37 a and 37 b . then , 37 a * 37 b = 4107 = > ab = 3 now , co - primes with product 3 are ( 1 , 3 ) . so , the required numbers are ( 37 * 1 , 37 * 3 ) i . e . , ( 1 , 111 ) . greater number = 111 . answer : c"
math_qa
mathqa_03_02039
eight identical machines can produce 360 aluminum cans per hour . if all of the machines work at the same constant rate , how many cans could 5 such machines produce in 4 hours ?
[ "675", "900", "1,800", "5,900" ]
B
"8 machines / 360 cans = 5 machines / x cans 8 x = 1800 x = 225 ( 225 ) ( 4 hours ) = 900 cans . the answer is b ."
openbookqa
obqa_02_01230
condensation is a stage in the water cycle process when
[ "ice splashes water in my glass", "a raindrop lands in my eye", "a moist film is on my spectacles", "sweat falls into my eyes" ]
C
condensation is a stage in the water cycle process
sciq
sciq_01_06581
Diarrhea due to food poisoning is an example of a problem involving what organ system?
[ "lung system", "muscular system", "digestive system", "skeletal system" ]
C
Much of the time, you probably aren’t aware of your digestive system. It works well without causing any problems. But most people have problems with their digestive system at least once in a while. Did you ever eat something that didn’t “agree” with you? Maybe you had a stomachache or felt sick to your stomach. Perhaps...
sciq
sciq_01_06666
How do prokaryotes reproduce?
[ "inorganically", "sexually", "asexually", "unusually" ]
C
openbookqa
obqa_02_02882
Wildfires are exacerbated in part due to dangerously low moisture content in light fuels, commonly brought on by
[ "periods of less than usual precipitation", "torrential rains across the plains", "too many firefighters with McLeods and Pulaskis", "high moisture content on incident commanders' heads" ]
A
drought may cause wildfires
openbookqa
obqa_02_04590
Bluebirds are found in
[ "vast green fields", "glaciers", "volcanic craters", "ocean waves" ]
A
bluebirds live in grassy spaces
sciq
sciq_01_10028
Bacteria may become untreatable if they develop what in response to multiple antibiotics?
[ "weakness", "affinity", "resistance", "acceptance" ]
C
Evasion of the Immune System by Pathogens It is important to keep in mind that although the immune system has evolved to be able to control many pathogens, pathogens themselves have evolved ways to evade the immune response. An example already mentioned is in Mycobactrium tuberculosis, which has evolved a complex cell ...
sciq
sciq_01_09436
What form of matter has neither a definite shape nor a definite volume?
[ "gas", "liquid", "solid", "plasma" ]
A
A gas is a form of matter that has neither a definite shape nor a definite volume. A gas takes up the shape and volume of its container. This is because the particles of a gas are very far apart from one another compared to the particles that make up solids and liquids. Gases are easily compressed because of the large ...
openbookqa
obqa_02_00049
Earth rotating causes
[ "the cycling of AM and PM", "the creation of volcanic eruptions", "the cycling of the tides", "the creation of gravity" ]
A
a planet rotating causes cycles of day and night on that planet
medmcqa
medmcqa_05_00938
Maintainence dose is calculated by using value of-
[ "Clearance", "Volume of distribution", "Oral bioavailability", "Daily dosage" ]
A
Ans. is 'a' i.e., Clearance Drug dosingo For drugs with longer t 1/2 a dose that is sufficient to attain the target concentration after single administration, if repeated will accumulate according to plateau principal and produce toxicity later on.o On the other hand, if the dosing is such as to attain target level at ...
openbookqa
obqa_02_02803
If we cut down trees from the rainforest what will suffer more?
[ "Buildings", "Cars", "Space", "Cats" ]
D
cutting down trees in a forest causes the number of trees to decrease in that forest
sciq
sciq_01_11306
The amount of what entering the eyes helps control the biological clock?
[ "energy", "air", "light", "heat" ]
C
In many species, including humans, circadian rhythms are controlled by a tiny structure called the biological clock . This structure is located in a gland at the base of the brain. The biological clock sends signals to the body. The signals cause regular changes in behavior and body processes. The amount of light enter...
medmcqa
medmcqa_05_01024
Venodilation in most of the tissue due to
[ "Decrease O2 tension", "Decrease K+ concentration", "Acidic H+", "Increased CO2 concentration" ]
A
(Decreases O2 tension): Ref: Mechanisms of clinical signs - Google Books Result books.google.co.in/books?isbn=072958075xMark Dennis, William Talbot Bowen, Lucy Cho - 2012 - MedicalLivedo Reticularis is essentially increased visibility of the venous plexus of the skin. Venodilatation of the vessels and deoxygenation of ...
openbookqa
obqa_02_04074
If the days are more chilled than before, and yet still avoid freezing degrees, a likely assumption is that
[ "daylight lasts longer", "daylight has lessened", "daylight is brighter", "nights are shorter" ]
B
when the seasons change from the summer to the fall , the amount of daylight will decrease
math_qa
mathqa_03_00275
five 6 faced dice are thrown together . the probability that all the three show the same number on them is ?
[ "1 / 32", "1 / 1296", "1 / 33", "1 / 38" ]
B
the three dice can fall in 6 * 6 * 6 * 6 * 6 = 7776 ways . hence the probability is 6 / 7776 = 1 / 1296 answer : b
sciq
sciq_01_09064
What do you call the membrane-bounded droplets that have some properties of cells?
[ "membranes.", "sporozoans", "rods", "protocells" ]
D
ARC-Challenge
arc_04_02156
One evening as it is getting dark, Alex sits on the front porch and watches the sun slowly disappear behind the neighbor's house across the street. Which explains this observation?
[ "The sun's light is reflected by the clouds.", "The sun's light is refracted by the atmosphere.", "The sun moves from west to east each day.", "The sun appears to move due to Earth's rotation." ]
D
null
ARC-Challenge
arc_04_02987
Which is a chemical change?
[ "Element 1 is hammered into a thin sheet.", "Element 2 is heated and turns into a liquid.", "Element 3 turns a greenish color as it sits in air.", "Element 4 is ground up into a fine, slippery powder." ]
C
null
math_qa
mathqa_03_04052
bruce purchased 7 kg of grapes at the rate of 70 per kg and 9 kg of mangoes at the rate of 55 per kg . how much amount did he pay to the shopkeeper ?
[ "a", "b", "c", "d" ]
A
cost of 7 kg grapes = 70 × 7 = 490 . cost of 9 kg of mangoes = 55 × 9 = 495 . total cost he has to pay = 490 + 495 = 985 a
ARC-Easy
arc_04_01971
The comet Shoemaker-Levy struck the planet Jupiter in July of 1994. The process of a comet striking a planet is an example of a net decrease in kinetic energy. Kinetic energy was ultimately converted into
[ "light.", "radiation.", "thermal energy.", "electromagnetic energy." ]
C
null
medmcqa
medmcqa_05_00026
Poo-caval anastomosis is seen between:
[ "In the rectum: superior rectal vein and inferior rectal vein", "At the umbilicus: poal vein and accessory hemiazyogs vein", "At the esophagus: left gastric vein and paraumbilical vein", "At the liver: poal vein & renal azygos vein" ]
A
A i.e. In the rectum - superior rectal vein & inferior rectal vein
math_qa
mathqa_03_00242
a train covers a distance in 50 min , if it runs at a speed of 48 kmph on an average . the speed at which the train must run to reduce the time of journey to 40 min will be
[ "45 min", "60 min", "55 min", "70 min" ]
B
"time = 50 / 60 hr = 5 / 6 hr speed = 48 mph distance = s * t = 48 * 5 / 6 = 40 km time = 40 / 60 hr = 2 / 3 hr new speed = 40 * 3 / 2 kmph = 60 kmph answer : b ."
sciq
sciq_01_07576
The characteristic sound of a motorcycle buzzing by is an example of which effect?
[ "doppler effect", "polar effect", "coreolis effect", "warp effect" ]
A
17.4 Doppler Effect and Sonic Booms The characteristic sound of a motorcycle buzzing by is an example of the Doppler effect. The high-pitch scream shifts dramatically to a lower-pitch roar as the motorcycle passes by a stationary observer. The closer the motorcycle brushes by, the more abrupt the shift. The faster the ...
sciq
sciq_01_07115
What is the si unit for electric current?
[ "joule", "planck", "ohm", "ampere" ]
D
Electric current is a continuous flow of electric charges (electrons). Current is measured as the amount of charge that flows past a given point in a certain amount of time. The SI unit for electric current is the ampere (A), or amp. Electric current may flow in just one direction (direct current), or it may keep rever...
sciq
sciq_01_08169
What paired human organs play a vital role in maintaining homeostasis?
[ "kidneys", "eyes", "ears", "lungs" ]
A
The kidneys ( Figure below ) are important organs in maintaining homeostasis , the ability of the body to maintain a stable internal environment despite a changing environment. Kidneys perform a number of homeostatic functions.
medmcqa
medmcqa_05_01008
Ohotolidine test is used for detecting which of the following?
[ "Chlorine", "Nitrites", "Nitrates", "Ammonia" ]
A
Ohotolidine test is used for determining both free and combined chlorine in water with speed and accuracy. Ref: Preventive and Social Medicine, By K.Park, 19th edition, Page 576, 578, 579, 582
sciq
sciq_01_00560
In fruit flies, all homeotic genes are found on one what?
[ "site", "enzymes", "chromosome", "genome" ]
C
openbookqa
obqa_02_03837
light can travel through
[ "trees", "rocks", "matterless places", "rubber" ]
C
light can travel through a vacuum
medmcqa
medmcqa_05_01275
Absence of lamina dura seen in ?
[ "Rickets", "Multiple myeloma", "Rheumatoid ahritis", "Hyperparathyroidism" ]
D
Ans. is `d' i.e., Hyperparathyroidism
sciq
sciq_01_03024
What is the layer of ground below the surface that is always frozen, even in the summer?
[ "permafrost", "tundra", "upper crust", "bedrock" ]
A
Polar tundra climates occur near the poles. Tundra climates have permafrost. Permafrost is layer of ground below the surface that is always frozen, even in the summer. Only small plants, such as mosses, can grow in this climate.
ARC-Challenge
arc_04_02294
Repeating experiments improves the likelihood of accurate results because the overall results are
[ "less likely to prove the hypothesis correct.", "more likely to prove the hypothesis correct.", "less likely to be correct due to fewer errors being made.", "more likely to be correct due to fewer errors being made." ]
D
null
ARC-Easy
arc_04_01054
An example of a learned behavior is a
[ "spider building a web.", "dog laying down on command.", "beaver building a dam in a creek.", "kangaroo jumping away from a predator." ]
B
null
math_qa
mathqa_03_00014
an alloy of copper and zinc contains copper and zinc in the ratio 3 : 5 . another alloy of copper and zinc contains copper and zinc in the ratio 6 : 2 . in what ratio should the two alloys be mixed so that the resultant alloy contains equal proportions of copper and zinc ?
[ "1 : 2", "2 : 2", "2 : 5", "2 : 6" ]
A
"let alloy _ 1 be x units , and let alloy _ 2 be y units . so , fraction of copper in alloy _ 1 = 3 x / 8 , and fraction of zinc in alloy _ 1 = 5 x / 8 . similarly , fraction of copper in alloy _ 2 = 6 y / 8 , and fraction of zinc in alloy _ 2 = 2 y / 8 . mixing them , we get copper = 3 x / 8 + 6 y / 8 ; zinc = 5 x / 8...
openbookqa
obqa_02_01514
If a thing is living, it will require
[ "noxious foods for illness", "energetic mutation of limbs", "a source of happiness", "a source of nutriment" ]
D
living things all require energy for survival
math_qa
mathqa_03_02442
two employees x and y are paid a total of rs . 590 per week by their employer . if x is paid 120 percent of the sum paid to y , how much is y paid per week ?
[ "s . 268", "s . 288", "s . 298", "s . 300" ]
A
"let the amount paid to x per week = x and the amount paid to y per week = y then x + y = 590 but x = 120 % of y = 120 y / 100 = 12 y / 10 ∴ 12 y / 10 + y = 590 ⇒ y [ 12 / 10 + 1 ] = 590 ⇒ 22 y / 10 = 590 ⇒ 22 y = 5900 ⇒ y = 5900 / 22 = 500 / 2 = rs . 268 a )"
sciq
sciq_01_05309
What does interspecific competition between species often lead to?
[ "immigration", "extinction", "symbiosis", "evolution" ]
B
Interspecific competition often leads to extinction . The species that is less well adapted may get fewer of the resources that both species need. As a result, members of that species are less likely to survive, and the species may go extinct.
sciq
sciq_01_07692
Why wouldn't a teakettle have an aluminum handle?
[ "it conducts heat", "it isn't washable", "it is magnetic", "it absorbs light" ]
A
This teakettle is made of aluminum except for its handle, which is made of plastic. Aluminum is a good conductor of heat. It conducts heat from the flames on the range to the water inside the kettle, so the water heats quickly. Plastic, on the other hand, is not a good conductor of heat. It stays cool enough to touch e...
sciq
sciq_01_01486
What is at the center of our solar system?
[ "the sun", "earth", "the moon", "the Kuiper Belt" ]
A
The Sun is at the center of the solar system.
math_qa
mathqa_03_03811
the price of lunch for 15 people was $ 211.00 , including a 15 percent gratuity for service . what was the average price per person , excluding the gratuity ?
[ "$ 11.73", "$ 12.78", "$ 13.80", "$ 14.00" ]
B
"take the initial price before the gratuity is 100 the gratuity is calculated on the final price , so as we assumed the final bill before adding gratuity is 100 so gratuity is 15 % of 100 is 15 so the total price of meals is 115 so the given amount i . e 211 is for 115 then we have to calculate for 100 for 115 211 for ...
openbookqa
obqa_02_04563
Eagles eat what?
[ "grass", "whales", "hoppers", "apples" ]
C
eagles eat rabbits
medmcqa
medmcqa_05_02768
In a 5-year-old child, cause of unilateral epistaxis is:
[ "Foreign body", "Polyp", "Atrophic rhinitis", "Maggot's" ]
A
(a) Foreign body(Ref. Scott Brown, 8th ed., Vol 1; 243)Trauma to Little's area is the most common cause of epistaxis in children.In this age group foreign body can be a cause of unilateral epistaxis, though foreign body usually presents with unilateral foetid (foul smelling) discharge.Polyps and atrophic rhinitis do no...
openbookqa
obqa_02_04422
Which is likely to catch airborne water vapor on its sides?
[ "jail cells", "sunlight", "a hot drink", "a cold drink" ]
D
water vapor cooling causes that water vapor to condense
sciq
sciq_01_01656
What do you call chemical reactions that take place inside living things?
[ "physical reactions", "contaminated reactions", "autonomous reactions", "biochemical reactions" ]
D
Chemical reactions that take place inside living things are called biochemical reactions . Living things depend on biochemical reactions for more than just energy. Every function and structure of a living organism depends on thousands of biochemical reactions taking place in each cell.
sciq
sciq_01_05550
The atom often (but not always) turns into a different what during the decay process?
[ "concept", "element", "aspect", "reaction" ]
B
When an atomic nucleus decays, it does so by releasing one or more particles. The atom often (but not always) turns into a different element during the decay process. The amount of radiation given off by a certain sample of radioactive material depends on the amount of material, how quickly it decays, and the nature of...
math_qa
mathqa_03_01244
a cab driver 5 days income was $ 600 , $ 250 , $ 450 , $ 400 , $ 800 . then his average income is ?
[ "$ 460", "$ 480", "$ 500", "$ 520" ]
C
"avg = sum of observations / number of observations avg income = ( 600 + 250 + 450 + 400 + 800 ) / 5 = 500 answer is c"
sciq
sciq_01_08521
What do you call the diffusion of solutes through transport proteins in the plasma membrane?
[ "necessitated diffusion", "exposed diffusion", "Osmosis", "facilitated diffusion" ]
D
What happens if a substance needs assistance to move across or through the plasma membrane? Facilitated diffusion is the diffusion of solutes through transport proteins in the plasma membrane. Facilitated diffusion is a type of passive transport. Even though facilitated diffusion involves transport proteins, it is stil...
math_qa
mathqa_03_02706
in the manufacture of a certain product , 9 percent of the units produced are defective and 4 percent of the defective units are shipped for sale . what percent of the units produced are defective units that are shipped for sale ?
[ "0.125 %", "0.36 %", "0.8 %", "1.25 %" ]
B
percent of defective produced = 9 % percent of the defective units that are shipped for sale = 4 % percent of units produced are defective units that are shipped for sale = ( 4 / 100 ) * ( 9 / 100 ) * 100 % = ( 36 / 10000 ) * 100 % = ( 36 / 100 ) % = . 36 % answer b
medmcqa
medmcqa_05_04954
Onion peel appearance cataract is seen in which of the following types?
[ "Posterior subcapsular cataract", "Anterior subcapsular cataract", "Posterior polar cataract", "Anterior polar cataract" ]
C
Posterior polar cataract Caused by persistence of the hyaloids aery. Strong adherence of the opacity to the weak posterior capsule Can be stationary as well as progressive type 1) Stationary-well circumscribed circular opacity localized on the central posterior capsule. Concentric thickened rings around the central pla...
medmcqa
medmcqa_05_01090
“Smudge cells” in the peripheral smear are characteristic of:
[ "Chronic myelogenous leukemia", "Chronic lymphocytic leukemia", "Acute myelogenous leukemia", "Acute lymphoblastic leukemia" ]
B
In CLL, the peripheral blood contains increased numbers of small, round lymphocytes with scant cytoplasm. These cells are fragile and are frequently disrupted in the process of making smears, producing so-called smudge cells.
medmcqa
medmcqa_05_03888
Hyperkalemia stimulates secretion of
[ "ADH", "Secretin", "Aldosterone", "Parathormone" ]
C
Hyperkalaemia is an elevated level of potassium (K+) in the blood serum. Normal potassium levels are between 3.5 and 5.0 mmol/L with levels above 5.5 mmol/L defined as hyperkalemia.ADH - hormone secreted by the posterior pituitary gland and also by nerve endings in the hypothalamus; affects blood pressure by stimulatin...
sciq
sciq_01_04740
What do you call the pattern of lines formed when light passes through a prism to separate it into the different frequencies of light it contains?
[ "atomic emission spectrum", "kaleidoscope effect", "prismatic rainbow", "light emission spectrum" ]
A
Scientists studied the distinctive pink color of the gas discharge created by hydrogen gas. When a narrow beam of this light was viewed through a prism, the light was separated into four lines of very specific wavelengths (and frequencies since and are inversely related). An atomic emission spectrum is the pattern of l...
medmcqa
medmcqa_05_00158
Normal blood loss in menstruation is
[ "20-40ml", "40-80ml", "80-120ml", "120-150ml" ]
A
Normal blood loss during menstruation is 30-40ml Ref: Internet sources
openbookqa
obqa_02_00621
If a tree in your backyard rots away for is knocked over by the wind, you can just
[ "plant another", "Draw one", "climb one", "do nothing" ]
A
a tree can be replaced by planting a new tree
medmcqa
medmcqa_05_00198
Which is the drug to treat NARST (Nalidixic acid resistant S.typhi)?
[ "Chloramphenicol", "Azithromycin", "Ciprofloxacin", "Septran" ]
B
Nalidixic acid-resistance S.typhi (NARST): Surrogate marker of decreased susceptibility to ciprofloxacin. Rx : Azithromycin , third-generation cephalosporins. Aztreonam and Imipenem are the potential second line drugs.
openbookqa
obqa_02_03501
The grand canyon was formed by the colorado river doing what over a long period of time?
[ "vaporizing", "evaporating", "freezing", "circulating" ]
D
the Grand Canyon was formed by the Colorado River flowing over long periods of time
math_qa
mathqa_03_00339
how many zeros does 1000 ! end with ?
[ "20 o", "24 o", "249", "30 o" ]
C
"according to above 1000 ! has 1000 / 5 + 1000 / 25 + 1000 / 125 + 1000 / 625 = 200 + 40 + 8 + 1 = 249 trailing zeros . answer : c"
openbookqa
obqa_02_00791
Twenty four hours are
[ "some hours on clock", "minutes in a day", "passing by the side", "segments of a cycle" ]
D
one day is equal to 24 hours
math_qa
mathqa_03_03084
the difference between simple and compound interest on rs . 1200 for one year at 10 % per annum reckoned half - yearly is ?
[ "rs . 7", "rs . 3", "rs . 8", "rs . 1" ]
B
"s . i . = ( 1200 * 10 * 1 ) / 100 = rs . 120 c . i . = [ 1200 * ( 1 + 5 / 100 ) 2 - 1200 ] = rs . 123 difference = ( 123 - 120 ) = rs . 3 . answer : b"
sciq
sciq_01_00682
What device changes kinetic energy to electrical energy through electromagnetic induction?
[ "Emission generator", "due generator", "real generator", "electric generator" ]
D
An electric generator is a device that changes kinetic energy to electrical energy through electromagnetic induction. Electromagnetic induction is the process of generating electric current with a magnetic field. It occurs when a magnetic field and an electric conductor, such as a coil of wire, move relative to one ano...
math_qa
mathqa_03_04196
excluding stoppages , the speed of a bus is 50 kmph and including stoppages , it is 43 kmph . for how many minutes does the bus stop per hour ?
[ "70 min", "16 min", "20 min", "8.4 min" ]
D
"d 8.4 min due to stoppages , it covers 7 km less . time taken to cover 9 km = ( 7 / 50 x 60 ) min = 8.4 min"
medmcqa
medmcqa_05_03999
Which one of the following compounds increases the synthesis of tumor necrosis factor, leading to activation of phagocytosis in patients with chronic granulomatous disease?
[ "Aldesleukin", "Cyclosporine", "Interferon-gamma", "Infliximab" ]
C
Interferon-gamma 1b (recombinant form) is used in chronic granulomatous disease to decrease infection liability because it increases the formation of tumor necrosis factor (TNF).Infliximab is a monoclonal antibody to TNF used in rheumatoid arthritis, and its use may lead to an increased infection rate. Aldesleukin is a...
math_qa
mathqa_03_04442
a , b and c are partners . a receives 2 / 3 of profits , b and c dividing the remainder equally . a ' s income is increased by rs . 300 when the rate to profit rises from 5 to 7 percent . find the capital of b ?
[ "3750", "7799", "2500", "2772" ]
A
"a : b : c = 2 / 3 : 1 / 6 : 1 / 6 = 4 : 1 : 1 x * 2 / 100 * 2 / 3 = 300 b capital = 22500 * 1 / 6 = 3750 . answer : a"
math_qa
mathqa_03_03632
shekar scored 76 , 65 , 82 , 67 and 55 marks in mathematics , science , social studies , english and biology respectively . what are his average marks ?
[ "65", "69", "75", "85" ]
B
"explanation : average = ( 76 + 65 + 82 + 67 + 55 ) / 5 = 375 / 5 = 69 hence average = 69 answer : b"
sciq
sciq_01_04256
Solar cells create voltages directly from light, while thermoelectric devices create voltage from differences in what?
[ "wattage", "temperature", "oxygen", "wire width" ]
B
Electromotive Force You can think of many different types of voltage sources. Batteries themselves come in many varieties. There are many types of mechanical/electrical generators, driven by many different energy sources, ranging from nuclear to wind. Solar cells create voltages directly from light, while thermoelectri...
openbookqa
obqa_02_00659
Light produced by deep sea animals is used for?
[ "Navigation", "Camouflage", "Sexual Display", "Catching Pray" ]
D
producing light is used for attracting prey by some deep sea animals
ARC-Challenge
arc_04_02963
Chris left a glass of water on a windowsill. When he looked at the glass a few days later, some of the water had evaporated. Which of the following best describes what happened to the particles of water that evaporated?
[ "They became larger in size.", "They spread out into the air.", "They were absorbed by the glass.", "They passed through the glass into the air." ]
B
null
sciq
sciq_01_06371
Of the nine classes of vertebrates, how many are fish?
[ "five", "one", "three", "four" ]
A
Of course. But what type? Of the nine classes of vertebrates, five are fish. Each of the five classes has distinguishing characteristics that allow members to be classified appropriately. Stingray are cartilaginous fish, related to sharks.
sciq
sciq_01_10096
What type of physics explains the behavior of visible light and electromagnetic waves?
[ "optics", "Thermodynamics", "statistics", "Quantum mechanics" ]
A
We already know that visible light is the type of electromagnetic waves to which our eyes respond. That knowledge still leaves many questions regarding the nature of light and vision. What is color, and how do our eyes detect it? Why do diamonds sparkle? How does light travel? How do lenses and mirrors form images? The...
ARC-Challenge
arc_04_02393
What do ice, a rock, and a piece of aluminum have in common?
[ "They are all solids.", "They are all liquids.", "They are all minerals.", "They are all elements." ]
A
null
medmcqa
medmcqa_05_04486
The most common cause of intestinal obstruction is
[ "Adhesions", "Volvulus", "Intussuception", "Hernia" ]
A
Adhesions are the most common cause of intestinal obstruction in almost 40% of cases. The clinical manifestation are Intestinal obstruction Abdominal pain Abdominal distension Vomiting and constipation Ref: Bailey and love 27th edition Pg no : 1278
medmcqa
medmcqa_05_02669
Strawberry cervix is seen in-
[ "Trichomonas", "Chlamydia", "Gonococcal infection", "Candida" ]
A
Ans. is 'a' i.e., Trichomonas
openbookqa
obqa_02_01226
Gravity effects water most when it is
[ "on a curved surface", "full of marine life", "flowing rapidly with waves", "in the ocean or lake" ]
A
water flows down a slope
math_qa
mathqa_03_04521
if 5 machines can produce 20 units in 10 hours , how long would it take 20 machines to produce 140 units ?
[ "50 hours", "40 hours", "17.5 hours", "12 hours" ]
C
"here , we ' re told that 5 machines can produce 20 units in 10 hours . . . . that means that each machine works for 10 hours apiece . since there are 5 machines ( and we ' re meant to assume that each machine does the same amount of work ) , then the 5 machines equally created the 20 units . 20 units / 5 machines = 4 ...
sciq
sciq_01_05108
What kind of water are cattails adapted for with narrow, strap-like leaves?
[ "stagnant water", "turbulent water", "saline water", "moving water" ]
D
Living in water does present challenges to plants, however. For one thing, pollination by wind or animals isn’t feasible under water, so aquatic plants may have adaptations that help them keep their flowers above water. For instance, water lilies have bowl-shaped flowers and broad, flat leaves that float. This allows t...
medmcqa
medmcqa_05_02517
The Finnish type of congenital nephrotic syndrome occurs due to gene mutations affecting the following protein
[ "Podocin", "Alpha-actinin", "Nephrin", "CD2 activated protein" ]
C
The first relevant gene to be identified, NPHS1, maps to chromosome 19q13 and encodes the protein nephrin. 'Nephrin' is a key component of the slit diaphragm, the zipper like structure between podocyte foot process that might control glomerular permeability. several mutations of NHPS1 gene have been identified that giv...
openbookqa
obqa_02_02780
If a bear has thick legs fur, then
[ "her mom was very old", "his hair is blonde", "her arms are wide", "his ancestors had the same" ]
D
the thickness of the parts of an organism is an inherited characteristic
medmcqa
medmcqa_05_02553
In case of female commonest hernia is ?
[ "Direct inguinal hernia", "Indirect inguinal hernia", "Femoral Hernia", "Incisional hernia" ]
B
Ans is 'b' ie Indirect Inguinal hernia
ARC-Easy
arc_04_01724
Moving water was the most important factor in forming which of these?
[ "the Grand Canyon", "San Andreas Fault", "the Rocky Mountains", "Mount St. Helens Volcano" ]
A
null
ARC-Easy
arc_04_00729
Which disease is correctly paired with the cause of the disease?
[ "athlete's foot - fungi", "malaria - viruses", "influenza - bacteria", "pneumonia - protists" ]
A
null
sciq
sciq_01_08055
Are cnidarians typically found in ocean or fresh water habitats?
[ "freshwater", "ocean", "lakes", "rivers" ]
B
Cnidarians can be found in almost all ocean habitats. A few species live in fresh water.
medmcqa
medmcqa_05_04924
Most common site of origin of peritoneal deposits is due to?
[ "Stomach cancer", "Colorectal cancer", "Pancreatic cancer", "Ovarian cancer" ]
D
Ans. (d) Ovarian cancerRef: Internet sources* MC site of origin of peritoneal deposit is Gynecology tumors* Stomach cancer producing deposit is known as Blumer's Shelf
sciq
sciq_01_00762
Peregrine falcons made an incredible recovery after laws were passed banning the use of what?
[ "ddt", "Carbaryl", "miticide", "Acetamiprid" ]
A
Government policies and laws are needed to protect biodiversity. Such actions have been shown to work in the past. For example, peregrine falcons made an incredible recovery after laws were passed banning the use of DDT.
ARC-Easy
arc_04_01207
Plumes of water vapor have been observed rising from the southern polar region of Enceladus, one of the moons of Saturn. A team of scientists proposed an explanation for the plumes and developed a model. They also published calculations based on their model. These calculations would most likely be used for which purpos...
[ "testing the hypothesis", "evaluating similar events", "mapping routes for exploration", "checking the validity of observations" ]
B
null
medmcqa
medmcqa_05_04030
Most common type of pneumoconiosis, associated with TB is?
[ "Silicosis", "Bysinosis", "Asbestosis", "Baggassosis" ]
A
Ans. is 'a' i.e., Silicosis * Silicosis is associated with an increased susceptibility to T.B. It is postulated that silicosis results in depression of cell mediated immunity and the crystalline silica may inhibit the ability of pulmonary macrophages to kill phagocytosed mycobacteria. Nodules of silicotuberculosis ofte...
medmcqa
medmcqa_05_04650
A 25-year-old female has been diagnosed to be suffering from tuberculosis categorized as Category II (Sputum+ve relapse). The treatment regimen recommended under DOTS is -
[ "2 (HRZE)3 + 5 (HR)3", "2 (HRSZE)3 + (HRZE)3 + 5 (HR)3", "3 (HRZE)3 + 2 (HRE)3 + 4 (HR)3", "3 (HRSZE)3 + 1 (HRZE)3+ 6" ]
B
Ans. is 'b' i.e., 2 (HRSZE)3 + (HRZE)3 + 5(HR)3
openbookqa
obqa_02_03784
Clouds flit and flow
[ "in a bank", "on the internet", "above our heads", "in cloudless skies" ]
C
water vapor is found in the atmosphere
math_qa
mathqa_03_04917
in what time will a train 45 m long cross an electric pole , it its speed be 108 km / hr ?
[ "0.5", "1.25", "1.5", "2.5" ]
C
"speed = 108 * 5 / 18 = 30 m / sec time taken = 45 / 30 = 1.5 sec . answer : c"
sciq
sciq_01_11275
What is the opening in the front of the eye called?
[ "iris", "lens", "cornea", "pupil" ]
D
The pupil is an opening in the front of the eye. It looks black because it doesn’t reflect any light. All the light passes through it instead. The pupil controls the amount of light that enters the eye. It automatically gets bigger or smaller to let more or less light in as needed.