Reasoning Ability · solved example
Find the next term: 3, 7, 15, 31, ?
- 55
- 59
- 63Correct
- 67
Solution
Each term follows ×2 + 1: 3×2+1 = 7, 7×2+1 = 15, 15×2+1 = 31, so the next term is 31×2+1 = 63.
Rajasthan Jail Prahari | Written Examination
A compact RSSB Jail Prahari practice mock: 16 original questions in the official 45:25:30 section ratio (Reasoning 7, GS 4, Rajasthan GK 5), each with a worked solution. 4 marks per question; 1 mark deducted for a wrong answer.
| Section | Questions |
|---|---|
| General Intelligence and ReasoningReasoning Ability | 7 |
| General StudiesGeneral Awareness | 4 |
| Rajasthan General KnowledgeGeneral Awareness | 5 |
A few questions from this test, with the answer key and the method behind it. The full set of 16 runs under a timer, and every solution is on the analysis screen once you submit.
Reasoning Ability · solved example
Find the next term: 3, 7, 15, 31, ?
Solution
Each term follows ×2 + 1: 3×2+1 = 7, 7×2+1 = 15, 15×2+1 = 31, so the next term is 31×2+1 = 63.
General Awareness · solved example
Which gas is most abundant in the Earth's atmosphere?
Solution
Nitrogen makes up about 78% of the atmosphere by volume. Oxygen is about 21%; carbon dioxide and hydrogen are present in much smaller proportions.
General Awareness · solved example
What is the capital of Rajasthan?
Solution
Jaipur is the capital of Rajasthan, also known as the Pink City. Jodhpur, Udaipur and Ajmer are major cities but not the state capital.
Reasoning Ability · solved example
If GUARD is coded as HTBSE, how is PRISON coded?
Solution
Each letter is shifted one place forward: G→H, U→V… Applying +1 to PRISON gives Q, S, J, T, P, O — that is, QSJTPO.
Reasoning Ability · solved example
Key is to Lock as Password is to:
Solution
A key opens a lock; a password unlocks or secures an account. Computer, keyboard and screen are devices, not what a password directly secures.
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Correct answer
+4
Wrong answer
-1
Unanswered
0
Because a blank carries no penalty, guessing only pays when you can eliminate at least two options. The analysis screen after the test shows you exactly where guessing cost you marks.