Read Agrani Bank Limited Senior Officer 2013 (2) Exam
1. Which of the following describes all values of x for which 1 - x 2 ≥ 0?
(a) x ≥ 1
(b) x ≤ -1
(c) 0 ≤ x ≤ 1
(d) x ≤ -1 or x > 1
(e) -1 ≤ x ≤ 1
Ans. c
2. The cost, in taka, of manufacturing x microwaves is 6000 + 300x taka. The amount received when selling these x microwaves is 700x taka. What is the least number of microwaves that must be manufactured and sold so that the net profit is Tk. 2400?
(a) 15
(b) 17
(c) 19
(d) 21
(e) 23
Ans. d
3. কোন বাঙ্গালী নাট্যকার বাংলা নাটকের পথিকৃৎ?
(a) মাইকেল মধুসূদন দত্ত
(b) দীনবন্ধু মিত্র
(c) রবীন্দ্রনাথ ঠাকুর
(d) গিরিশচন্দ্র ঘোষ
(e) প্যারীচাঁদ মিত্র
Ans. a
4. ‘ধর্মের কল বাতাসে নড়ে’ অর্থ বৈশিষ্টের দিক থেকে কোন ধরনের প্রবাদ?
(a) সাধারণ অভিজ্ঞতা বাচক
(b) নীতিকথা মূলক
(c) ইতিকথা মূলক
(d) মানবচরিত্র সমালোচনামূলক
(e) সামাজিক রীতিনীতি জ্ঞাপন
Ans. b
5. The present ratio of students to teachers at a certain school is 30 to 1. If the student enrollment were to increase by 50 students and the number of teachers were to increase by 5, the ratio of students to teachers would then be 25 to 1. What is the present number of teachers?
(a) 5
(b) 8
(c) 10
(d) 12
(e) 15
Ans. e
6. ‘Greenback’ is the popular name of which country’s currency?
(a) Norway
(b) Switzerland
(c) Newzeland
(d) U. K.
(e) U. S. A.
Ans. e
7. কোনটি ‘কন্যা’ শব্দের অর্থ নয়?
(a) তনয়া
(b) অলক
(c) নন্দিনী
(d) আত্মজা
(e) দুহিতা
Ans. b
8. If the volume of a cube is 27 cubic meters, find the surface area of the cube.
(a) 9 square meters
(b) 18 square meters
(c) 54 square meters
(d) 3 square meters
(e) 1 square meters
Ans. c
9. The headquarter of United Nations Conference on Trade and Development (UNCTAD) is located at which of the following places?
(a) Geneva
(b) Rome
(c) Paris
(d) Vienna
(e) Brussels
Ans. a
10. ভাষা আন্দোলনের ফলে কোন প্রতিষ্ঠান সৃষ্টি হয়েছিল?
(a) ঢাকা বিশ্ববিদ্যালয়
(b) বাংলা একাডেমী
(c) এশিয়াটিক সোসাইটি
(d) নজরুল ইনস্টিটিউট
(e) শিল্পকলা একাডেমী
Ans. b
11. ‘তুমি আসবে বলে হে স্বাধীনতা’ কার রচনা?
(a) কাজী নজরুল ইসলাম
(b) বেগম সুফিয়া কামাল
(c) রোকনুজ্জামান
(d) শামসুর রাহমান
(e) শহীদ কাদরী
Ans. d
12. The capital city and the currency of Poland are respectively
(a) Warsaw, Euro
(b) Poznan, Euro
(c) Lublin, Zloty
(d) Katowice, Zloty
(e) Warsaw, Zloty
Ans. e
13. ইচ্ছা শব্দের বিশেষণ নির্দেশ কর -
(a) ইচ্ছাময়
(b) ঐচ্ছিক
(c) ইচ্ছুক
(d) অনিচ্ছা
(e) ইচ্ছাধীন
Ans. b
14. ‘দেওয়ানা মদিনা’ কোন কাব্যের অন্তর্গত?
(a) মধ্যযুগের অভিজ্ঞতা বাচক
(b) পূর্ববঙ্গ গীতিকা
(c) নাথ গীতিকা
(d) ময়মনসিংহ গীতিকা
(e) কাজল রেখা
Ans. d
15. ‘চারু’ ও ‘অমল’ চরিত্রদ্বয় রবীন্দ্রনাথ ঠাকুরের কোন ছোট গল্পের চরিত্র?
(a) একরাত্রি
(b) জীবিত ও মৃত
(c) সমাপ্তি
(d) নষ্টনীড়
(e) হৈমন্তী
Ans. d
16. Which comes next?
Layer 1
(a) Layer 1
(b) Layer 1
(c) Layer 1
(d) Layer 1
(e) Layer 1
Ans. c
17. Laboni bought a 1year, Tk. 10,000 certificate of deposit that paid interest at an annual rate of 8 percent compounded semiannually. What was the total amount of interest paid on this certificate maturity?
(a) Tk. 10,464
(b) Tk. 864
(c) Tk. 816
(d) Tk. 800
(e) Tk. 480
Ans. c
18. At the rate of m meters per s seconds, how many meters does a cyclist travel in x minutes?
(a) m sx
(b) mx s
(c) 60m sx
(d) 60ms s
(e) 60mx s
Ans. e
19. How many times Rafael Nadal has won the ‘French Open’ in Tenis?
(a) 4
(b) 3
(c) 5
(d) 6
(e) 8
Ans. e
20. Which set of numbers is like the given set ।48, 24, 12।?
(a) ।46, 22, 11।
(b) ।44, 22, 11।
(c) ।42, 20, 10।
(d) ।40, 20, 10।
(e) ।20, 5, 2।
Ans. d
21. Of 30 applicant for a job 14 had at least 4 years’ experience. 18 had degrees, and 3 had less than 4 years’ experience and did not have a degree. How many of the applicants had at least 4 years’ experience and a degree?
(a) 14
(b) 13
(c) 9
(d) 7
(e) 5
Ans. e
22. The most ancient historical place of Bangladesh is
(a) Paharpur
(b) Mohasthangrah
(c) Sonargaon
(d) Moynamoti
(e) Bikrampur
Ans. b
23. কোনটি হযরত মুহাম্মদ (সঃ) এর জীবনীগ্রন্থ?
(a) মরুমায়া
(b) মরু ভাস্কর
(c) মরুতীর্থ
(d) মরুকুসুম
(e) মরুদুলাল
Ans. b
24. কোনটি শুদ্ধ?
(a) সৌজন্নতা
(b) সৌজন্যতা
(c) সৌজন্ন্য
(d) সৌজন্য
(e) সৌজন্ন
Ans. d
25. ‘নির্বন্ধ’ ও ‘প্রথিত’ শব্দদ্বয়ের অর্থ যথাক্রমে
(a) বিধান, বিখ্যাত
(b) আগ্রহ, প্রথা অনুসারে
(c) নিবিড়, পার্থিব
(d) উপযোগ, প্রার্থনা
(e) আইন, উপযোগী
Ans. a
26. If Ram lives on the first floor, then Sham lives on the second. Sham does live on the second floor. Therefore
(a) Ram does not lives on the first floor.
(b) Ram may or may not live on the first floor.
(c) Ram lives on the first floor.
(d) Ram lives on the second door.
(e) None of the above results can be deduced.
Ans. c
27. Insert the missing number.
Layer 11412101697 511420?
(a) 9
(b) 6
(c) 3
(d) 7
(e) 4
Ans. b
28. What is the area of the equilateral triangle if the base BC = 6?
Layer 1 A C B D
(a) 9 math> 3
(b) 18 math> 3
(c) 26 math> 3
(d) 30 math> 3
(e) 36 math> 3
Ans. a
29. কোন প্রবচনটি উভয়কূল রক্ষা অর্থে ব্যবহৃত?
(a) কারো পৌষমাস, কারও সর্বনাশ
(b) চাল না চুলো, ঢেঁকী না কুলো
(c) সাপও মরে লাঠিও না ভাঙ্গে
(d) বোঝার উপর শাকের আটি
(e) ছাই ফেলতে ভাঙ্গা কুলো
Ans. c
30. Anne Frank wrote her world-famous dairy during the Second World War hiding in
(a) Germany
(b) Holland
(c) England
(d) Poland
(e) Austria
Ans. b
31. ‘যদি হয় সুজন, তেতুঁল পাতায় ন জন’ – প্রবচনটির অর্থ কি?
(a) সুজনেরা তেতুঁল পছন্দ করে
(b) সামান্য কিছু নিয়ে ঝগড়া করা
(c) সজনে ডাটায় নুন জোটেনা, মশুর ডালে ঘি
(d) মিলে শে কাজ করলে অসম্ভবকে সম্ভব করা যায়
(e) যাহা বাহান্ন তাহা তেপান্ন
Ans. d
32. ‘দহন’ শব্দের বিশেষণ কোনটি?
(a) দাহ্য
(b) দগ্ধ
(c) দহনকারী
(d) দহনীয়
(e) বিদগ্ধ
Ans. a
33. Find the probability of selecting a prime number form a set of number 1 to 15 (both inclusive).
(a) 1 15
(b) 3 5
(c) 2 5
(d) 7 15
(e) 1 5
Ans. c
34. লোকসাহিত্য কাকে বলে?
(a) গ্রামীন নরনারীর প্রণয় সংবলিত উপাক্যানকে
(b) লোক সাধারণের কল্যাণ স্তুতিমূলক রচনাকে
(c) লোকের মুখে মুখে প্রচলিত কাহিনী, গান, ছড়া ইত্যাদিকে
(d) গ্রামের অশিক্ষিত ও অখ্যাত লোকের সৃষ্ট রচনাকে
(e) ধর্মীয় উপাখ্যানকে
Ans. c
35. In the figure, what is the value of a?
Layer 1 3c 6c a b 2b m n 0 0 0 0 0
(a) 30
(b) 45
(c) 60
(d) 72
(e) 90
Ans. c
36. Ozone depletion is caused by
(a) Carbon monoxides
(b) Carbon dioxide
(c) Chlorofluorocarbon
(d) Mercuric Oxide
(e) Ethylene
Ans. c
37. তিনটি বছর – এখানে তিনটি কোন পদ?
(a) বিশেষণ
(b) বিশেষ্য
(c) অব্যয়
(d) ক্রিয়া
(e) সর্বনাম
Ans. a
38. A certain river has a current of 3 miles per hour. A boat takes twice as long to travel upstream between two points as it does to travel downstream between the same two points. What is the speed of the boat in still water?
(a) 3 miles per hour
(b) 6 miles per hour
(c) 9 miles per hour
(d) 12 miles per hour
(e) The speed cannot be determined from the given information.
Ans. c
39. Which of the following is world’s top retailer?
(a) Wal-Mart (USA)
(b) Carrefour (France)
(c) Reliance (India)
(d) Kroger (USA)
(e) Aeon Co. Ltd (Japan)
Ans. a
40. উন্নীত শব্দের বিপরীতার্থক শব্দ কি?
(a) বিনীত
(b) অবনমিত
(c) অবনতি
(d) অধোগতি
(e) অবনমন
Ans. b
41. আইন –ই-আকরবী কার লেখা গ্রন্থ?
(a) ফেরদৌসী
(b) গালিব
(c) আবুল ফজল
(d) সৈয়দ হামজা
(e) আলাওল
Ans. c
42. কোন বানানটি শুদ্ধ?
(a) সুচিস্মিতা
(b) সূচিস্মিতা
(c) সূচীস্মিতা
(d) শুচিস্মিতা
(e) শুচিস্মীতা
Ans. a
43. What is ‘Super 301’?
(a) Name of modern computer
(b) A new variety of wheat
(c) American Trade Law
(d) A new vaccine for AIDS
(e) A racing competition
Ans. c
44. The larger of two number exceeds twice the smaller number by 9. The sum of twice the larger and 5 times the smaller number is 74. If a is the smaller number, which equation below determines the correct value of a?
(a) 5 (2a + 9) + 2a = 74
(b) 5(2a - 9) + 2a = 74
(c) (4a + 9) + 5a = 74
(d) 2 (2a + 9) + 5a = 74
(e) 2 (2a - 9) + 5a = 74
Ans. d
45. সুন্দর মাত্রেরই একটা আকর্ষন শক্তি আছে – এই বাক্যে ‘সুন্দর’ শব্দটি কোন পদ?
(a) বিশেষ্য
(b) বিশেষণ
(c) বিশেষ্যের বিশেষণ
(d) বিশেষণের বিশেষণ
(e) ক্রিয়া বিশেষণ
Ans. c
46. A Biologist specializing in the study of insects is called
(a) an herpetologist
(b) a paleontologist
(c) an entomologist
(d) an ornithologist
(e) an ichthyologist
Ans. c
47. If two non-zero positive integers p and q are such that p = 4q and p < 8, then q = ?
(a) 1
(b) 2
(c) 3
(d) 4
(e) 5
Ans. a
48. Identify the odd one.
(a) Layer 1
(b) Layer 1
(c) Layer 1
(d) Layer 1
(e) Layer 1
Ans. c
Choose the opposite of the given words.
49. Parallelism
(a) Obliquity
(b) Contrast
(c) Disparity
(d) Divergence
(e) Similarity
Ans. d
50. Ruthless
(a) Mindful
(b) Compassionate
(c) Hostility
(d) Merciful
(e) Loyal
Ans. d
51. Endorse
(a) Provoke criticism
(b) Receive Payment
(c) Submit unwillingly
(d) Oppose publicly
(e) Perform quickly
Ans. d
Instruction: Each sentence has four parts, marked, (a), (b), (c) and (d). Identify the incorrect part of the sentence. If there is no error, mark (e).
52. Being that he was a a good swimmer, Mir jumped into b the water and recued c the drowing d child. No error. e
(a) .
(b) .
(c) .
(d) .
(e) .
Ans. a
53. If it had not been a for the computerized register tape from the grocery b store, I never would have been c able to figure on d my expenditure. No error e
(a) .
(b) .
(c) .
(d) .
(e) .
Ans. b
54. Today the number a of people which b enjoy winter sports is c almost double that d of twenty years ago. No error. e
(a) .
(b) .
(c) .
(d) .
(e) .
Ans. b
55. Copper is a metal which a is easily b worked and which mixes c well with other d metals to from alloys. No error. e
(a) .
(b) .
(c) .
(d) .
(e) .
Ans. e
Instruction: Read the following passage and answer the questions given below.
Water scarcity is fast becoming one of the major limiting factors in world crop production. In many areas, poor agricultural practices have led to increasing desertification and the loss of formerly arable lands. Consequently, those plant species that are well adapted to survival in dry climates are being looked at for answer in developing more efficient crops to grow on marginally arable lands.
Plants use several mechanisms to ensure their survival in desert environments. Some involve purely mechanical and physical adaptations, such as the shape of the plant’s surface, smaller leaf size and extensive root systems. Some of the adaptations are related to chemical mechanisms. Many plants, such as cacti, have internal gums and mucilaes which give them water-retaining properties. Another chemical mechanism is that of the epicuticular wax layer. This was layer acts as an impervious cover to protect the plant. It prevents excessive loss of internal moisture. It also protects the plant from external aggression, which can come from inorganic agents such as gases, or organic agents which include bacteria and plant pests.
researchers have proposed that synthetic waxes with similar protective abilities could be prepared based on knowledge of desert lands. If successfully developed, such a compound could be used to greatly increase a plant’s maintain health in such adverse situations as inadequate water supply, limited fertilizer ability, attack by pests and poor storage after harvesting.
56. Which is one of the ways in which the epicuticular wax protect the plant?
(a) It helps the plant to attack aggressors
(b) If releases gases against plant pests
(c) It guards bacteria
(d) It helps the plant to retain water
(e) It guards against bacteria
Ans. e
57. All of the following are examples of an adverse situation for crops except
(a) Inadequate water
(b) Insufficient fertilizer
(c) Pest aggression
(d) Proper storage
(e) External aggression
Ans. d
58. This passage deals mainly with
(a) Desertification
(b) Decreasing water supplies
(c) Factors limiting crop production
(d) Developing efficient plants
(e) Climate change
Ans. c
59. What is an example of an inorganic agent that may attack plants?
(a) Bacteria
(b) Insects
(c) Gas
(d) Pests
(e) Fertilizer
Ans. c
60. Which of the following is a mechanical or physical mechanism that desert plants use?
(a) The plant’s shape
(b) The small root system
(c) The vast leaf size
(d) The high water consumption
(e) None of the above
Ans. a
Pick out most appropriate pair to fill in the blanks in same order.
61. In a world ____ by men for so many year, women are only thought ___ for jobs like typists, receptionists and teachers
(a) created, suitable
(b) governed, qualified
(c) controlled, eligible
(d) dominated, competent
(e) ruled, fit
Ans. d
62. It is _____ for every tax payer to ____ the tax return to the income tax department.
(a) necessary, lodge
(b) binding, pay
(c) obligatory, submit
(d) possible, remit
(e) worthwhile, evade
Ans. c
63. The great scientist ____ himself with ability and moderation all ____ conference.
(a) felt, about
(b) displayed, in
(c) disclosed, besides
(d) conducted, through
(e) presented, though
Ans. c
64. The _____ words of the mother comforted the _____ child.
(a) harsh, naughty
(b) sweet, happy
(c) soft, energetic
(d) melodious, playful
(e) soothing, disappointed
Ans. d
Refer to the following information and chart:
Family A has annual income of Tk. 2,00,000. Family B has an annual income of Tk. 5,00,000. Family C has an annual income of Tk. 10,00,000. The following data gives the break-up of expenditures of A, B and C in percentage terms.
<title>Layer 1</title> Food 40 25 20 Housing Health Saving Entertainment A B C 0% 50% 100% 30 30 20 10 5 5 5 15 25 15 25 30
65. What is the average monthly expenditure of family A on food?
(a) Tk. 8,000
(b) Tk. 3,000
(c) Tk. 2,500
(d) Tk. 2,700
(e) None of these
Ans. e
66. What percentage of family C’s income was spent on housing and entertainment?
(a) 33.33%
(b) 50%
(c) 3.25%
(d) 0.5%
(e) 25%
Ans. b
67. If the annual expenditure of family A on health is x and that of family B is y, then which of the following relation is true?
(a) x = 2y
(b) x = y
(c) 5x = 4y
(d) 3x = 2y
(e) 4x = 3y
Ans. a
Refer to the following information:
A group of three objects must be selected from 6 objects, K, O, S, T, V and W according to the following conditions
1. Either K or S, or both, must be selected
2. Either O or V must be selected, but V nor S can be selected with O.
68. If V is not selected, which pair of objects must be among those selected?
(a) K and O
(b) K and T
(c) K and W
(d) O and T
(e) O and W
Ans. a
69. Which of the following pairs of objects cannot both be among the objects selected?
(a) K and O
(b) K and T
(c) O and W
(d) T and W
(e) None of these
Ans. d
70. Which of the following is an acceptable selection of objects?
(a) K, O and S
(b) K, S and T
(c) K, S and V
(d) O, S and V
(e) O, T and V
Ans. c
71. If S is selected, which of the following must also be among the objects selected?
(a) K
(b) O
(c) T
(d) V
(e) W
Ans. d
Select the pair that best expresses a relationship similar to the expressed in the question pair.
72. Forgery : Counterfeit
(a) Duplicity : Testimony
(b) Arson : Insurance
(c) Embezzlement : Fraud
(d) Theft : Punishment
(e) Murder : Life
Ans. c
73. Ostrich : Bird
(a) Caterpillar : Moth
(b) Lizard : Frog
(c) Bud : Leaf
(d) Tiger : Cat
(e) Gust : Strom
Ans. a
74. Underscore : Emphasis
(a) Eradicate : Destruction
(b) Stigmatize : Confrontation
(c) Quantify : Assessment
(d) Band : Ownership
(e) Log : Record
Ans. a
75. Practicing : Expertis
(a) Thinking : Logic
(b) Writing : Clarity
(c) Growing : Health
(d) Exercising : Strength
(e) Eating : Nutrition
Ans. a