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| Exam Title | GMAT Practice Questions 2026 – Real Exam Style with Answers & Explanations |
|---|---|
| Exam Name | Graduate Management Admission Test (GMAT) – 2026 Updated |
| Exam Provider | Graduate Management Admission Council (GMAC) |
| Certification Type | MBA & Graduate Business School Admission Test |
| Total Practice Questions | 120+ Advanced MCQs (Quantitative + Verbal + Data Insights) |
| Exam Domains Covered | • Quantitative Reasoning (Algebra, Arithmetic, Word Problems) • Verbal Reasoning (Critical Reasoning, Reading Comprehension) • Data Insights (Graphs, Tables, Multi-Source Reasoning) |
| Questions in Real Exam | • Total: ~64 Questions • Quantitative: 21 Questions • Verbal: 23 Questions • Data Insights: 20 Questions |
| Exam Duration | • Total Time: ~2 Hours 15 Minutes • Section-adaptive format • High speed and accuracy required |
| Scoring System | • Score Range: 205 – 805 • Percentile ranking included • Section-based scoring |
| Question Format | • Multiple Choice Questions (MCQs) • Data Sufficiency Problems • Scenario-Based Business Questions • Graph & Table Interpretation |
| Difficulty Level | Moderate to Advanced (Adaptive & Logic Intensive) |
| Key Quant Topics | • Percentages, Ratios & Proportions • Algebra & Inequalities • Word Problems & Work Rates • Probability & Statistics • Number Properties |
| Key Verbal Topics | • Critical Reasoning (Assumptions, Strengthen/Weaken) • Reading Comprehension (Inference & Tone) • Argument Analysis & Logic |
| Data Insights Focus | • Business data interpretation • Multi-source reasoning • Graph and table analysis • Decision-making with incomplete data |
| Common Exam Traps | • Using wrong base in percentage problems • Misinterpreting Data Sufficiency logic • Confusing averages vs weighted averages • Overlooking hidden assumptions in arguments • Ignoring units in calculations • Rushing through multi-source data questions |
| Skills Developed | • Analytical thinking & problem solving • Data interpretation and decision-making • Logical reasoning and argument evaluation • Quantitative accuracy and speed • Business-level critical thinking |
| Study Strategy | • Practice mixed-question sets regularly • Focus on Data Sufficiency techniques • Improve speed in quant calculations • Analyze reasoning in verbal questions • Practice Data Insights with real datasets • Take full-length timed mock exams |
| Best For | • MBA applicants worldwide • Business school candidates • Professionals aiming for top universities • Students transitioning into business careers |
| Career Benefits | • Admission to top global MBA programs • Higher earning potential • Career growth into leadership roles • Strong global recognition in business education |
| Updated | 2026 Latest Version – Based on GMAT Focus Edition |
1. A company’s revenue grows 20% in Year 1 and 25% in Year 2. If initial revenue is $1,000,000, what is revenue after Year 2?
A. $1,450,000
B. $1,500,000
C. $1,550,000
D. $1,560,000
Answer: B
Rationale: Growth compounds. Year 1: 1,000,000 × 1.20 = 1,200,000. Year 2: 1,200,000 × 1.25 = 1,500,000. GMAT emphasizes compounding rather than adding percentages.
2. If 2x + 3y = 12 and x = 3, what is y?
A. 1
B. 2
C. 3
D. 4
Answer: B
Rationale: Substitute x = 3 → 6 + 3y = 12 → 3y = 6 → y = 2. Tests substitution and equation manipulation.
3. A study claims a new diet improves health. Which weakens the claim?
A. Participants liked the diet
B. Health improved after the study
C. Participants also exercised more
D. Diet is popular
Answer: C
Rationale: Exercise introduces a confounding variable, weakening the causal link between diet and health improvement.
4. If total sales are $800, $200, and $1000, what percentage is the largest value?
A. 40%
B. 45%
C. 50%
D. 55%
Answer: C
Rationale: Total = 2000. Largest = 1000 → 1000/2000 = 50%.
5. A price increases from $50 to $65. What is the percent increase?
A. 25%
B. 30%
C. 35%
D. 40%
Answer: B
Rationale: Increase = 15. Divide by original (50): 15/50 = 30%.
6. Neither the manager nor the employees ___ available.
A. is
B. are
C. was
D. be
Answer: B
Rationale: Verb agrees with closest subject “employees,” which is plural.
7. A train travels 180 km in 3 hours. What is speed?
A. 50 km/h
B. 55 km/h
C. 60 km/h
D. 65 km/h
Answer: C
Rationale: Speed = 180 ÷ 3 = 60 km/h.
8. If profit = revenue − cost and both increase equally, profit will:
A. Increase
B. Decrease
C. Stay same
D. Cannot determine
Answer: C
Rationale: Equal increases cancel out, leaving profit unchanged.
9. The argument states online learning improves outcomes because completion rates rise. Assumes:
A. Completion leads to learning
B. Students prefer online
C. Courses are shorter
D. Technology is reliable
Answer: A
Rationale: Assumes completion correlates with improved outcomes.
10. Is x > 0?
(1) x² = 9
(2) x = 3
A. Statement 1 alone
B. Statement 2 alone
C. Both
D. Neither
Answer: B
Rationale: Statement 1 gives ±3, insufficient. Statement 2 confirms x > 0.
11. A straight upward line on a graph indicates:
A. Decrease
B. Constant
C. Increase at constant rate
D. Random
Answer: C
Rationale: Linear upward slope shows steady increase.
12. Ratio of boys to girls is 3:2. Total = 50. Girls?
A. 20
B. 25
C. 30
D. 35
Answer: A
Rationale: Total parts = 5 → each = 10. Girls = 2 × 10 = 20.
13. All cats are animals. Some animals are pets. What must be true?
A. All pets are cats
B. Some cats are pets
C. Some animals are not cats
D. None
Answer: C
Rationale: Animals include more than cats, so some are not cats.
14. Probability of rolling a 6 on a die?
A. 1/2
B. 1/3
C. 1/6
D. 1/12
Answer: C
Rationale: One favorable outcome out of six.
15. If cost increases faster than price, margin will:
A. Increase
B. Decrease
C. Stay same
D. Cannot determine
Answer: B
Rationale: Costs rising faster reduce margin.
16. 2³ × 2⁴ = ?
A. 32
B. 64
C. 128
D. 256
Answer: C
Rationale: Add exponents → 2⁷ = 128.
17. A study shows a new method improves scores. Which strengthens?
A. Students liked method
B. Control group showed no improvement
C. Study short
D. Sample small
Answer: B
Rationale: Control group isolates effect.
18. If a > b and b > c, then:
A. a < c
B. a = c
C. a > c
D. Cannot determine
Answer: C
Rationale: Transitive property.
19. If revenue doubles and cost remains same, profit will:
A. Increase
B. Decrease
C. Same
D. Cannot determine
Answer: A
Rationale: Higher revenue increases profit.
20. Area of square with side 8?
A. 16
B. 32
C. 64
D. 128
Answer: C
Rationale: Area = 8² = 64.
21. Each of the players ___ selected.
A. are
B. were
C. is
D. be
Answer: C
Rationale: “Each” is singular.
22. If a job takes 5 days, rate is:
A. 1/5
B. 1/2
C. 5
D. 2
Answer: A
Rationale: Rate = 1 job ÷ 5 days.
23. If demand increases and supply constant, price:
A. Falls
B. Rises
C. Same
D. Unknown
Answer: B
Rationale: Higher demand raises price.
24. Average of 2, 4, 6, 8?
A. 4
B. 5
C. 6
D. 7
Answer: B
Rationale: Sum = 20 ÷ 4 = 5.
25. A company expands expecting profit. Assumes:
A. Costs exceed revenue
B. Revenue exceeds cost
C. Market shrinks
D. Competition exits
Answer: B
Rationale: Profit requires revenue > cost.
26. 2/3 + 1/6 = ?
A. 1/2
B. 2/3
C. 5/6
D. 3/4
Answer: C
Rationale: Convert → 4/6 + 1/6 = 5/6.
27. If values fluctuate unpredictably, pattern is:
A. Stable
B. Linear
C. Random
D. Cyclical
Answer: C
Rationale: No consistent trend indicates randomness.
28. |−9| = ?
A. −9
B. 9
C. 0
D. Undefined
Answer: B
Rationale: Absolute value is positive.
29. Most students prefer online classes. Therefore:
A. All prefer online
B. Some do not prefer online
C. None prefer offline
D. Cannot determine
Answer: B
Rationale: “Most” implies not all.
30. A mixture is 30% sugar. In 200g, sugar amount is:
A. 40g
B. 50g
C. 60g
D. 70g
Answer: C
Rationale: 30% of 200 = 60g.
31. A company’s revenue increased from $750k to $900k. What is the percent increase?
A. 15%
B. 18%
C. 20%
D. 25%
Answer: C
Rationale: Increase = 150k. Divide by original (750k): 150/750 = 0.20 → 20%. GMAT often tests correct percentage base selection.
32. If 3x + 4 = 19, what is x?
A. 3
B. 4
C. 5
D. 6
Answer: C
Rationale: Subtract 4 → 3x = 15. Divide by 3 → x = 5. Simple algebra but critical for accuracy under time pressure.
33. A company claims its new pricing strategy increased profits. Which weakens this?
A. Customers liked the new prices
B. Profits increased after the change
C. Costs decreased during the same period
D. Competitors raised prices
Answer: C
Rationale: Profit could increase due to reduced costs rather than pricing strategy, weakening the causal claim.
34. Sales are $500k, $300k, and $200k. What percentage comes from the largest segment?
A. 40%
B. 45%
C. 50%
D. 55%
Answer: C
Rationale: Total = 1000k. Largest = 500k → 500/1000 = 50%.
35. A price drops from $120 to $90. What is the percent decrease?
A. 20%
B. 25%
C. 30%
D. 35%
Answer: B
Rationale: Decrease = 30. Divide by original (120): 30/120 = 25%.
36. Each of the participants ___ required to attend.
A. are
B. were
C. is
D. be
Answer: C
Rationale: “Each” is singular, so “is” is correct.
37. A car travels 150 km in 2.5 hours. What is speed?
A. 50 km/h
B. 55 km/h
C. 60 km/h
D. 65 km/h
Answer: C
Rationale: Speed = 150 ÷ 2.5 = 60 km/h.
38. If revenue increases by $100 and cost increases by $150, profit will:
A. Increase
B. Decrease
C. Stay same
D. Cannot determine
Answer: B
Rationale: Costs rise more than revenue, reducing profit.
39. The argument states flexible work improves productivity because absenteeism decreases. Assumes:
A. Absenteeism affects productivity
B. Employees prefer flexibility
C. Costs decrease
D. Work hours increase
Answer: A
Rationale: The argument relies on absenteeism impacting productivity.
40. Is x > 4?
(1) x = 5
(2) x² = 16
A. Statement 1 alone
B. Statement 2 alone
C. Both
D. Neither
Answer: A
Rationale: Statement 1 confirms x > 4. Statement 2 gives ±4, insufficient.
41. A graph with no slope indicates:
A. Increase
B. Decrease
C. Constant value
D. Random
Answer: C
Rationale: No slope means no change over time.
42. Ratio of men to women is 2:3. Total = 50. Men?
A. 15
B. 20
C. 25
D. 30
Answer: B
Rationale: Total parts = 5 → each = 10. Men = 2 parts = 20.
43. All birds can fly. Some flying animals are insects. What must be true?
A. All insects are birds
B. Some birds are insects
C. Some flying animals are not birds
D. None
Answer: C
Rationale: Flying animals include birds and insects, so some are not birds.
44. Probability of drawing a heart from a deck?
A. 1/4
B. 1/2
C. 1/13
D. 1/52
Answer: A
Rationale: 13 hearts out of 52 cards → 1/4.
45. If price increases faster than cost, margin will:
A. Increase
B. Decrease
C. Stay same
D. Cannot determine
Answer: A
Rationale: Higher price growth widens profit margin.
46. 3⁴ × 3² = ?
A. 81
B. 243
C. 729
D. 2187
Answer: C
Rationale: Add exponents → 3⁶ = 729.
47. A study shows a new app improves engagement. Which strengthens this?
A. Users liked the app
B. Control group showed no improvement
C. Study short
D. Sample small
Answer: B
Rationale: Control group strengthens causal inference.
48. If a < b and b = c, then:
A. a < c
B. a > c
C. a = c
D. Cannot determine
Answer: A
Rationale: Substitute b = c → a < c.
49. If revenue decreases and cost remains same, profit will:
A. Increase
B. Decrease
C. Stay same
D. Cannot determine
Answer: B
Rationale: Lower revenue reduces profit.
50. Area of rectangle with length 10 and width 6?
A. 40
B. 50
C. 60
D. 70
Answer: C
Rationale: Area = 10 × 6 = 60.
51. Neither the teacher nor the students ___ ready.
A. is
B. are
C. was
D. be
Answer: B
Rationale: Closest subject “students” is plural.
52. If a task takes 8 days, rate is:
A. 1/8
B. 1/4
C. 8
D. 4
Answer: A
Rationale: Rate = 1 job ÷ 8 days.
53. If supply decreases and demand increases, price:
A. Falls
B. Rises
C. Same
D. Unknown
Answer: B
Rationale: Both factors push price upward.
54. Average of 5, 10, 15, 20?
A. 10
B. 12.5
C. 15
D. 17.5
Answer: B
Rationale: Sum = 50 ÷ 4 = 12.5.
55. A company launches a product expecting profit. Assumes:
A. Costs exceed revenue
B. Revenue exceeds cost
C. Market declines
D. Competition exits
Answer: B
Rationale: Profit requires revenue greater than cost.
56. 4/5 − 2/5 = ?
A. 1/5
B. 2/5
C. 3/5
D. 4/5
Answer: B
Rationale: Same denominator → subtract numerators → 2/5.
57. If data shows repeating peaks and dips, pattern is:
A. Random
B. Linear
C. Cyclical
D. Stable
Answer: C
Rationale: Repetition indicates cycles.
58. |−14| = ?
A. −14
B. 14
C. 0
D. Undefined
Answer: B
Rationale: Absolute value is non-negative.
59. Most employees prefer flexible hours. Therefore:
A. All prefer flexibility
B. Some do not prefer flexibility
C. None prefer fixed hours
D. Cannot determine
Answer: B
Rationale: “Most” implies not all.
60. A mixture is 20% salt. In 300g mixture, salt amount is:
A. 40g
B. 50g
C. 60g
D. 70g
Answer: C
Rationale: 20% of 300 = 60g.
61. A company’s revenue increased from $600k to $750k. What is the percent increase?
A. 20%
B. 22%
C. 25%
D. 30%
Answer: C
Rationale: Increase = 150k. Divide by original (600k): 150/600 = 0.25 → 25%. GMAT tests correct percentage base usage.
62. If 5x − 10 = 40, what is x?
A. 8
B. 9
C. 10
D. 12
Answer: C
Rationale: Add 10 → 5x = 50. Divide by 5 → x = 10. Basic algebra under time pressure.
63. A company claims a new app increased sales. Which weakens this?
A. Sales increased after launch
B. Users liked the app
C. A seasonal demand spike occurred
D. App is widely used
Answer: C
Rationale: Seasonal demand could explain increased sales, weakening the causal claim.
64. Sales are $400k, $400k, and $200k. What percentage comes from one large segment?
A. 30%
B. 35%
C. 40%
D. 50%
Answer: C
Rationale: Total = 1000k. Each large segment = 400k → 40%.
65. A price drops from $200 to $150. What is the percent decrease?
A. 20%
B. 25%
C. 30%
D. 35%
Answer: B
Rationale: Decrease = 50. Divide by original (200): 50/200 = 25%.
66. Each of the students ___ responsible for the project.
A. are
B. were
C. is
D. be
Answer: C
Rationale: “Each” is singular, so “is.”
67. A car travels 210 km in 3.5 hours. What is speed?
A. 50 km/h
B. 55 km/h
C. 60 km/h
D. 65 km/h
Answer: C
Rationale: Speed = 210 ÷ 3.5 = 60 km/h.
68. If revenue increases by $80 and cost increases by $120, profit will:
A. Increase
B. Decrease
C. Stay same
D. Cannot determine
Answer: B
Rationale: Cost increases more than revenue, reducing profit.
69. The argument claims remote work improves output because employees report satisfaction. Assumes:
A. Satisfaction leads to productivity
B. Employees prefer remote work
C. Costs decrease
D. Work hours increase
Answer: A
Rationale: The argument depends on satisfaction translating into productivity.
70. Is x > 3?
(1) x = 4
(2) x² = 9
A. Statement 1 alone
B. Statement 2 alone
C. Both
D. Neither
Answer: A
Rationale: Statement 1 confirms x > 3. Statement 2 gives ±3, insufficient.
71. A graph with constant slope indicates:
A. Random change
B. Linear growth
C. Decline
D. No change
Answer: B
Rationale: Constant slope indicates linear growth.
72. Ratio of apples to bananas is 4:6. Total = 50. Apples?
A. 15
B. 20
C. 25
D. 30
Answer: B
Rationale: Total parts = 10 → each = 5. Apples = 4 parts = 20.
73. All engineers are trained. Some trained workers are interns. What must be true?
A. All interns are engineers
B. Some engineers are interns
C. Some trained workers are not engineers
D. None
Answer: C
Rationale: Trained group includes more than engineers.
74. Probability of drawing a spade from a deck?
A. 1/2
B. 1/4
C. 1/13
D. 1/52
Answer: B
Rationale: 13 spades out of 52 cards → 1/4.
75. If cost increases slower than price, margin will:
A. Increase
B. Decrease
C. Stay same
D. Cannot determine
Answer: A
Rationale: Price rising faster improves margin.
76. 4² × 4³ = ?
A. 64
B. 128
C. 256
D. 1024
Answer: D
Rationale: Add exponents → 4⁵ = 1024.
77. A study shows a new system improves efficiency. Which strengthens this?
A. Employees liked system
B. Control group showed no improvement
C. Study short
D. Sample small
Answer: B
Rationale: Control group strengthens causal validity.
78. If a > b and b = c, then:
A. a < c
B. a > c
C. a = c
D. Cannot determine
Answer: B
Rationale: Substitute b = c → a > c.
79. If revenue decreases and cost decreases more, profit will:
A. Increase
B. Decrease
C. Stay same
D. Cannot determine
Answer: A
Rationale: Cost drops more than revenue, increasing profit.
80. Area of square with side 15?
A. 150
B. 200
C. 225
D. 250
Answer: C
Rationale: Area = 15² = 225.
81. Neither the manager nor the staff ___ aware.
A. is
B. are
C. was
D. be
Answer: A
Rationale: Closest subject “staff” treated as singular.
82. If a task takes 20 days, rate is:
A. 1/20
B. 1/10
C. 20
D. 10
Answer: A
Rationale: Rate = 1 job ÷ 20 days.
83. If demand rises and supply rises more, price:
A. Rises
B. Falls
C. Same
D. Unknown
Answer: B
Rationale: Supply increase dominates, lowering price.
84. Average of 8, 16, 24, 32?
A. 18
B. 20
C. 22
D. 24
Answer: B
Rationale: Sum = 80 ÷ 4 = 20.
85. A company invests expecting profit. Assumes:
A. Costs exceed revenue
B. Revenue exceeds cost
C. Market declines
D. Competition exits
Answer: B
Rationale: Profit requires revenue > cost.
86. 3/5 + 2/5 = ?
A. 1
B. 4/5
C. 5/5
D. 3/10
Answer: A
Rationale: Same denominator → 5/5 = 1.
87. If values move unpredictably, pattern is:
A. Linear
B. Cyclical
C. Random
D. Stable
Answer: C
Rationale: No consistent trend indicates randomness.
88. |−25| = ?
A. −25
B. 25
C. 0
D. Undefined
Answer: B
Rationale: Absolute value is positive.
89. Most users prefer fast delivery. Therefore:
A. All users prefer fast delivery
B. Some users do not prefer fast delivery
C. None prefer slow delivery
D. Cannot determine
Answer: B
Rationale: “Most” implies not all.
90. A mixture is 50% water. In 300g mixture, water amount is:
A. 100g
B. 120g
C. 150g
D. 180g
Answer: C
Rationale: 50% of 300 = 150g.u
91. A company’s revenue increased from $400k to $520k. What is the percent increase?
A. 20%
B. 25%
C. 30%
D. 35%
Answer: C
Rationale: Increase = 120k. Divide by original (400k): 120/400 = 0.30 → 30%. GMAT often tests correct base selection in percentage problems.
92. If 4x + 8 = 40, what is x?
A. 6
B. 7
C. 8
D. 10
Answer: C
Rationale: Subtract 8 → 4x = 32. Divide by 4 → x = 8. Straightforward algebra under time pressure.
93. A company claims a new feature increased user retention. Which weakens this?
A. Users liked the feature
B. Retention increased after launch
C. A competitor shut down during the same period
D. Feature is widely used
Answer: C
Rationale: Reduced competition could explain retention growth, weakening the causal link.
94. Sales are $600k, $200k, and $200k. What percentage comes from the largest segment?
A. 40%
B. 50%
C. 60%
D. 70%
Answer: C
Rationale: Total = 1000k. Largest = 600k → 600/1000 = 60%.
95. A price decreases from $80 to $60. What is the percent decrease?
A. 20%
B. 25%
C. 30%
D. 35%
Answer: B
Rationale: Decrease = 20. Divide by original (80): 20/80 = 25%.
96. Each of the books ___ placed on the shelf.
A. are
B. were
C. is
D. be
Answer: C
Rationale: “Each” is singular, so “is.”
97. A car travels 300 km in 5 hours. What is speed?
A. 50 km/h
B. 55 km/h
C. 60 km/h
D. 65 km/h
Answer: C
Rationale: Speed = 300 ÷ 5 = 60 km/h.
98. If revenue increases by $90 and cost increases by $90, profit will:
A. Increase
B. Decrease
C. Stay same
D. Cannot determine
Answer: C
Rationale: Equal increases cancel out, leaving profit unchanged.
99. The argument claims automation improves efficiency because production increased. Assumes:
A. Production reflects efficiency
B. Automation reduces cost
C. Workers prefer automation
D. Machines are reliable
Answer: A
Rationale: The argument assumes increased production equates to improved efficiency.
100. Is x < 2?
(1) x = 1
(2) x² = 1
A. Statement 1 alone
B. Statement 2 alone
C. Both
D. Neither
Answer: A
Rationale: Statement 1 confirms x < 2. Statement 2 gives ±1, insufficient.
101. A graph showing curved upward growth indicates:
A. Linear growth
B. Decline
C. Exponential growth
D. Stability
Answer: C
Rationale: Upward curve indicates accelerating growth.
102. Ratio of boys to girls is 5:5. Total = 40. Girls?
A. 15
B. 20
C. 25
D. 30
Answer: B
Rationale: Equal ratio → half of 40 = 20.
103. All managers are trained. Some trained employees are new hires. What must be true?
A. All new hires are managers
B. Some managers are new hires
C. Some trained employees are not managers
D. None
Answer: C
Rationale: Trained group includes more than managers.
104. Probability of drawing a club from a deck?
A. 1/2
B. 1/4
C. 1/13
D. 1/52
Answer: B
Rationale: 13 clubs out of 52 cards → 1/4.
105. If cost increases faster than revenue, profit will:
A. Increase
B. Decrease
C. Stay same
D. Cannot determine
Answer: B
Rationale: Costs rising faster reduce profit.
106. 5² × 5³ = ?
A. 125
B. 625
C. 3125
D. 15625
Answer: C
Rationale: Add exponents → 5⁵ = 3125.
107. A study shows a new tool improves productivity. Which strengthens this?
A. Employees liked tool
B. Control group showed no improvement
C. Study duration short
D. Sample small
Answer: B
Rationale: Control group strengthens causation.
108. If x > y and y = z, then:
A. x < z
B. x > z
C. x = z
D. Cannot determine
Answer: B
Rationale: Substitute y = z → x > z.
109. If revenue remains constant and cost increases, profit will:
A. Increase
B. Decrease
C. Stay same
D. Cannot determine
Answer: B
Rationale: Higher cost reduces profit.
110. Area of square with side 12?
A. 24
B. 48
C. 144
D. 169
Answer: C
Rationale: Area = 12² = 144.
111. Neither the manager nor the employees ___ aware.
A. is
B. are
C. was
D. be
Answer: B
Rationale: Closest subject “employees” is plural.
112. If a task takes 16 days, rate is:
A. 1/16
B. 1/8
C. 16
D. 8
Answer: A
Rationale: Rate = 1 job ÷ 16 days.
113. If demand increases and supply decreases, price:
A. Falls
B. Rises
C. Same
D. Unknown
Answer: B
Rationale: Both factors push price upward.
114. Average of 7, 14, 21, 28?
A. 14
B. 15
C. 17.5
D. 18
Answer: C
Rationale: Sum = 70 ÷ 4 = 17.5.
115. A company launches a product expecting profit. Assumes:
A. Costs exceed revenue
B. Revenue exceeds cost
C. Market declines
D. Competition exits
Answer: B
Rationale: Profit requires revenue > cost.
116. 5/6 − 1/3 = ?
A. 1/2
B. 2/3
C. 1/3
D. 1/6
Answer: A
Rationale: Convert → 5/6 − 2/6 = 3/6 = 1/2.
117. If values fluctuate without pattern, trend is:
A. Linear
B. Cyclical
C. Random
D. Stable
Answer: C
Rationale: No consistent pattern indicates randomness.
118. |−32| = ?
A. −32
B. 32
C. 0
D. Undefined
Answer: B
Rationale: Absolute value is non-negative.
119. Most customers prefer online shopping. Therefore:
A. All customers prefer online
B. Some customers do not prefer online
C. None prefer offline
D. Cannot determine
Answer: B
Rationale: “Most” implies not all.
120. A mixture is 40% oil. In 250g mixture, oil amount is:
A. 80g
B. 90g
C. 100g
D. 120g
Answer: C
Rationale: 40% of 250 = 100g.
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