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2026 (1209 questions)

Q1.
What is 77 minus 22?

(A)
54
(B)
56
(C)
60
(D)
55
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Q2.
What is the sum of 68 and 14?

(A)
83
(B)
92
(C)
82
(D)
81
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2025 (391 questions)

Q1.
In Biological Sciences, identify the accurate description regarding Universal blood recipient group in the ABO blood typing system.

(A)
A positive (A+)
(B)
B positive (B+)
(C)
AB positive (AB+), because RBCs possess both A and B antigens and plasma lacks anti-A and anti-B antibodies
(D)
O negative (O-)
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Q2.

Directions: In the question below, a statement of Assertion (A) is followed by a statement of Reason (R). Choose the correct option:

Assertion (A): Danger signals on communication towers and traffic posts are always illuminated in red color.

Reason (R): Red light has the longest wavelength in the visible spectrum and suffers minimum Rayleigh scattering ($I \propto 1/\lambda^4$) through fog and smoke.


(A)
Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(B)
Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true but Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(C)
Assertion (A) is true but Reason (R) is false.
(D)
Assertion (A) is false but Reason (R) is true.
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2024 (814 questions)

Q1.

Higher Academic Core: In advanced conceptual study of 'Electrostatics (Coulomb's Law, Gauss's Theorem)' in Electromagnetism & Modern Physics, which foundational mechanism is universally verified?

(A)

Empirically validated biological, physical, or social dynamics following standard scientific methodology (Electrostatics (Coulomb's Law, Gauss's Theorem))

(B)

Unsubstantiated speculative claims lacking experimental replication or peer verification

(C)

Deterministic models that reject thermodynamic entropy and stochastic variance

(D)

Isolated observations taken under non-standard uncontrolled environmental extremes

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Q2.
Calculate 11 × 7.

(A)
77
(B)
79
(C)
88
(D)
70
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2023 (717 questions)

Q1.
In Biological Sciences, identify the accurate description regarding Universal blood recipient group in the ABO blood typing system.

(A)
B positive (B+)
(B)
O negative (O-)
(C)
AB positive (AB+), because RBCs possess both A and B antigens and plasma lacks anti-A and anti-B antibodies
(D)
A positive (A+)
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Q2.
In Biological Sciences, identify the accurate description regarding Valve located between the left atrium and left ventricle of the human heart.

(A)
Pulmonary semilunar valve
(B)
Aortic semilunar valve
(C)
Tricuspid valve
(D)
Bicuspid (Mitral) valve, preventing backflow of oxygenated blood during ventricular systole
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2022 (405 questions)

Q1.
In Chemistry, examine the topic of Reagent used to distinguish between aldehydes and ketones. Which statement is scientifically accurate?

(A)
Tollens' reagent (Ammoniacal Silver Nitrate) which gives a silver mirror with aldehydes
(B)
Lucas reagent
(C)
Ninhydrin reagent
(D)
Neutral FeCl3 solution
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Q2.
In Chemistry, examine the topic of pH of a neutral aqueous solution at 25°C (298 K). Which statement is scientifically accurate?

(A)
pH = 1
(B)
pH = 14
(C)
pH = 0
(D)
pH = 7, where [H^+] = [OH^-] = 10^{-7} \text{ M}
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2021 (390 questions)

Q1.
In Biological Sciences, identify the accurate description regarding Valve located between the left atrium and left ventricle of the human heart.

(A)
Pulmonary semilunar valve
(B)
Tricuspid valve
(C)
Aortic semilunar valve
(D)
Bicuspid (Mitral) valve, preventing backflow of oxygenated blood during ventricular systole
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Q2.
In Biological Sciences, identify the accurate description regarding Valve located between the left atrium and left ventricle of the human heart.

(A)
Pulmonary semilunar valve
(B)
Tricuspid valve
(C)
Aortic semilunar valve
(D)
Bicuspid (Mitral) valve, preventing backflow of oxygenated blood during ventricular systole
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2020 (418 questions)

Q1.
Calculate 10 × 5.

(A)
60
(B)
45
(C)
50
(D)
52
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Q2.

English (PSEB Primary / 5th Board): What is the core moral lesson in 'Coordination Compounds (Werner's Theory, CFT)'?


(A)
Hard work, kindness, helping others and truthfulness (Coordination Compounds (Werner's Theory, CFT))
(B)
Laziness and greed
(C)
Cheating friends
(D)
None of the above
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2019 (400 questions)

Q1.
In Biological Sciences, identify the accurate description regarding Vascular plant tissue responsible for unidirectional transport of water and dissolved minerals from roots to leaves.

(A)
Phloem (sieve tubes and companion cells)
(B)
Cambium (meristematic tissue)
(C)
Xylem (composed of tracheids, vessels, xylem parenchyma, and xylem fibres)
(D)
Collenchyma (supporting tissue)
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Q2.
In Biological Sciences, identify the accurate description regarding Process by which green plants release water vapor into the atmosphere primarily through stomata.

(A)
Transpiration, which drives sap ascent and cools plant tissues
(B)
Guttation
(C)
Respiration
(D)
Imbibition
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2018 (376 questions)

Q1.
What is the sum of 88 and 47?

(A)
135
(B)
136
(C)
145
(D)
134
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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 equals change in potential energy only
(B)
Work done is always zero under variable forces
(C)
Work done by all forces acting on a particle equals the change in its kinetic energy ($W = \Delta K$)
(D)
Work done equals rate of change of momentum
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2017 (379 questions)

Q1.
In Biological Sciences, identify the accurate description regarding Universal blood recipient group in the ABO blood typing system.

(A)
B positive (B+)
(B)
O negative (O-)
(C)
AB positive (AB+), because RBCs possess both A and B antigens and plasma lacks anti-A and anti-B antibodies
(D)
A positive (A+)
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Q2.

Directions: In the question below, a statement of Assertion (A) is followed by a statement of Reason (R). Choose the correct option:

Assertion (A): A convex mirror is commonly used as a driver's rear-view mirror in automobiles.

Reason (R): A convex mirror always forms an erect, virtual, and diminished image, providing a much wider field of view.


(A)
Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true and Reason (R) is the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(B)
Both Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are true but Reason (R) is not the correct explanation of Assertion (A).
(C)
Assertion (A) is true but Reason (R) is false.
(D)
Assertion (A) is false but Reason (R) is true.
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2016 (349 questions)

Q1.
In Chemistry, examine the topic of Gas evolved when active metals like Zinc react with dilute Hydrochloric acid. Which statement is scientifically accurate?

(A)
Carbon dioxide gas (CO2)
(B)
Chlorine gas (Cl2)
(C)
Oxygen gas (O2)
(D)
Hydrogen gas (H2), which burns with a characteristic 'pop' sound
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Q2.
In Physics, consider the Faraday's Law of Electromagnetic Induction equation. Which statement correctly defines this principle?

(A)
\mathcal{E} = N \Phi_B t
(B)
\mathcal{E} = -\frac{N}{d\Phi_B/dt}
(C)
\mathcal{E} = -N \frac{d\Phi_B}{dt}, where negative sign represents Lenz's Law
(D)
\mathcal{E} = N I R
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2015 (417 questions)

Q1.
In Biological Sciences, identify the accurate description regarding Hormone secreted by beta cells of the Islets of Langerhans in the pancreas to lower blood glucose.

(A)
Glucagon, promoting glycogenolysis
(B)
Epinephrine, triggering fight-or-flight response
(C)
Insulin, which facilitates cellular glucose uptake and promotes glycogenesis
(D)
Somatostatin, inhibiting digestive secretions
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Q2.
In Biological Sciences, identify the accurate description regarding Phenotypic ratio of a classic Mendelian monohybrid cross in the F2 generation.

(A)
3 : 1 (Dominant to Recessive phenotype)
(B)
1 : 1 : 1 : 1
(C)
9 : 3 : 3 : 1
(D)
1 : 2 : 1
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