CMA Foundation Question Paper with Detailed Solution | Dec 24 | Session 2

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CMA Foundation Question Paper with Detailed Solution | Dec 24 | Session 2

CMA Foundation Question Paper with Detailed Solution | Dec 24 | Session 2

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  1. Business Mathematics and Statistics
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CMA Foundation Question Paper with Detailed Solution | Dec 24 | Session 2  - 6


Business Mathematics and Statistics

Question 1 :

The two numbers are in the ratio \( 2:3 \). If 4 is subtracted from each, they are in the ratio \( 3:5 \). The numbers are:

  1. (16, 24)
  2. (4, 6)
  3. (10, 15)
  4. (12, 16)

Solution:

Let the two numbers be \( 2x \) and \( 3x \).

Condition: \( \frac{2x - 4}{3x - 4} = \frac{3}{5} \)

Cross-multiplying: \( 5(2x - 4) = 3(3x - 4) \)

Solving for \( x \):

\[ 10x - 20 = 9x - 12 \implies x = 8 \]

Substitute \( x = 8 \):

\[ 2x = 16 \quad \text{and} \quad 3x = 24 \]

Answer:

(A) (16, 24)

Question 2 :

How much pure milk (in ml) must be added to 300 ml of a solution containing 15% of milk to change the concentration of milk in that mixture to 50%?

  1. 160
  2. 190
  3. 205
  4. 210

Solution:

Let the amount of pure milk to be added be \( x \, \text{ml} \).

The amount of pure milk initially is:

\[ 15\% \text{ of } 300 = \frac{15}{100} \times 300 = 45 \, \text{ml}. \]

After adding \( x \, \text{ml} \) of pure milk:

  • Total milk = \( 45 + x \, \text{ml} \)
  • Total solution = \( 300 + x \, \text{ml} \)

The final concentration of milk is \( 50\% \), so:

\[ \frac{\text{Total milk}}{\text{Total solution}} = 50\%. \]

Substitute the values:

\[ \frac{45 + x}{300 + x} = \frac{50}{100}. \]

Simplify the equation:

\[ \frac{45 + x}{300 + x} = \frac{1}{2}. \]

Cross-multiply:

\[ 2(45 + x) = 300 + x. \]

Expand and simplify:

\[ 90 + 2x = 300 + x. \]

\[ 2x - x = 300 - 90. \]

\[ x = 210. \]

Answer:

(D) 210

Question 3:

If x varies inversely with y, then which of the following is correct?

  1. x1/y1 = x2/y2
  2. x1 / x2 = y1/ y2
  3. x1/x2 = y2/y1
  4. x1x2 = y1y2

Solution:

When \( x \) varies inversely with \( y \), we have:

\[ x \propto \frac{1}{y} \quad \text{or} \quad x \cdot y = \text{constant}. \]

Therefore, the relationship between two sets of values \( x_1, y_1 \) and \( x_2, y_2 \) is:

\[ x_1 \cdot y_1 = x_2 \cdot y_2. \]

Rearranging, we get:

\[ \frac{x_1}{x_2} = \frac{y_2}{y_1}. \]

Answer:

(c) \( \frac{x_1}{x_2} = \frac{y_2}{y_1} \)

Question 4 :

A given sum of money gives ₹ 50 as the simple interest for one year and ₹ 102 as compound interest for two years. Determine the rate of interest.

  1. 8%
  2. 12%
  3. 4%
  4. 12.5%

Solution:

Let the principal amount be \( P \) and the rate of interest be \( R\% \).

Step 1: Using Simple Interest

The formula for Simple Interest is:

\[ \text{S.I.} = \frac{P \cdot R \cdot T}{100}. \]

Given \( \text{S.I.} = 50 \) for 1 year (\( T = 1 \)):

\[ 50 = \frac{P \cdot R}{100}. \]

From this, we get:

\[ P \cdot R = 5000. \tag{1} \]

Step 2: Using Compound Interest

The formula for Compound Interest is:

\[ \text{C.I.} = P \left(1 + \frac{R}{100}\right)^T - P. \]

For 2 years (\( T = 2 \)):

\[ 102 = P \left[\left(1 + \frac{R}{100}\right)^2 - 1\right]. \]

Step 3: Substituting \( P \)

From Equation (1), \( P = \frac{5000}{R} \). Substituting into the C.I. equation:

\[ 102 = \frac{5000}{R} \left[\left(1 + \frac{R}{100}\right)^2 - 1\right]. \]

Step 4: Testing for \( R \)

For \( R = 4\% \):

  • \( \left(1 + \frac{4}{100}\right) = 1.04 \)
  • \( \left(1.04\right)^2 = 1.0816 \)

Compound Interest becomes:

\[ \text{C.I.} = \frac{5000}{4} \cdot (1.0816 - 1). \]

Simplify:

\[ \text{C.I.} = 1250 \cdot 0.0816 = 102. \]

Answer:

(c) \( 4\% \)

Question 5 :

Find the present value of an annuity of ₹ 1000 received annually for 4 years at a discount rate of 5%.

  1. ₹ 3546
  2. ₹ 4504
  3. ₹ 2450
  4. ₹ 3200

Solution:

The formula for the present value (PV) of an annuity is:

\[ PV = A \left[ \frac{1 - (1 + r)^{-n}}{r} \right] \]

Substitute the values:

  • \( A = 1000 \)
  • \( r = 0.05 \)
  • \( n = 4 \)

\[ PV = 1000 \left[ \frac{1 - (1.05)^{-4}}{0.05} \right] \]

Simplification:

  • \( (1.05)^{-4} = 0.8227 \)
  • \( 1 - 0.8227 = 0.1773 \)
  • \( \frac{0.1773}{0.05} = 3.546 \)

Multiply by \( A = 1000 \):

\[ PV = 1000 \times 3.546 = 3546 \]

Answer:

(a) ₹ 3546

Question 6 :

If (√3)x = 81, then the value of a for ax² – 10x + 16 = 0 is:

  1. –1
  2. 1
  3. –2
  4. 2

Solution:

Given:

\[ (\sqrt{3})^x = 81. \]

Rewrite \( 81 \) as \( 3^4 \):

\[ (\sqrt{3})^x = 3^4 \quad \text{or} \quad (3^{1/2})^x = 3^4. \]

Simplify the exponents:

\[ 3^{x/2} = 3^4. \]

Equating the powers:

\[ \frac{x}{2} = 4 \implies x = 8. \]

Substitute \( x = 8 \) into the quadratic equation:

\[ a x^2 - 10x + 16 = 0. \]

Simplify:

\[ a (8)^2 - 10(8) + 16 = 0. \]

\[ 64a - 80 + 16 = 0. \]

\[ 64a - 64 = 0. \]

\[ 64a = 64 \implies a = 1. \]

Answer:

(b) \( 1 \)

Question 7 :

Ajay walks 4 kmph and 4 hours after his start, Badal cycles after him at 10 kmph. How far from the start does Badal catch up with Ajay?

  1. 16.67 km
  2. 18.67 km
  3. 21.25 km
  4. 26.67 km

Solution:

Let the time taken by Badal to catch up with Ajay be \( t \, \text{hours} \).

Step 1: Distance traveled by Ajay

Ajay has already walked for 4 hours before Badal starts. In this time, Ajay covers:

\[ \text{Distance} = 4 \times 4 = 16 \, \text{km}. \]

After 4 hours, Ajay continues walking at \( 4 \, \text{kmph} \). So in \( t \, \text{hours} \), Ajay walks:

\[ \text{Distance by Ajay} = 16 + 4t. \]

Step 2: Distance traveled by Badal

Badal starts cycling at \( 10 \, \text{kmph} \) and travels for \( t \, \text{hours} \):

\[ \text{Distance by Badal} = 10t. \]

Step 3: Equating distances

At the point where Badal catches up with Ajay, the distances traveled by both are equal:

\[ 16 + 4t = 10t. \]

Solve for \( t \):

\[ 16 = 10t - 4t. \]

\[ 16 = 6t \implies t = \frac{16}{6} = 2.67 \, \text{hours}. \]

Step 4: Distance traveled by Badal

Substitute \( t = 2.67 \) into the distance formula for Badal:

\[ \text{Distance} = 10t = 10 \times 2.67  = 26.67 \, \text{km}. \]

Answer:

(d) \( 26.67 \, \text{km} \)

Question 8 :

The 7ᵗʰ term of an AP, –20, –16, –12,… is:

  1. –44
  2. –4
  3. 4
  4. 0

Solution:

The formula for the \( n \)-th term of an AP is:

\[ a_n = a + (n-1)d \]

Here:

  • \( a = -20 \) (first term)
  • \( d = -16 - (-20) = -16 + 20 = 4 \) (common difference)
  • \( n = 7 \)

Substitute into the formula:

\[ a_7 = -20 + (7-1) \cdot 4 \]

Simplify:

\[ a_7 = -20 + 6 \cdot 4 \]

\[ a_7 = -20 + 24 = 4 \]

Answer:

(c) \( 4 \)

Question 9 :

The first term and common ratio of a GP series are 4 and 1/2 respectively. The fifth term is:

  1. 1/8
  2. 4/16
  3. 64
  4. 1/64

Solution:

The formula for the \( n \)-th term of a GP is:

\[ a_n = a \cdot r^{n-1} \]

Here:

  • \( a = 4 \) (first term)
  • \( r = \frac{1}{2} \) (common ratio)
  • \( n = 5 \) (fifth term)

Step 1: Substitute into the formula

\[ a_5 = a \cdot r^{5-1} \]

\[ a_5 = 4 \cdot \left(\frac{1}{2}\right)^4 \]

Step 2: Simplify \( \left(\frac{1}{2}\right)^4 \)

\[ \left(\frac{1}{2}\right)^4 = \frac{1}{16}. \]

Step 3: Multiply by \( a = 4 \)

\[ a_5 = 4 \cdot \frac{1}{16}. \]

Simplify:

\[ a_5 = \frac{4}{16}. \]

Answer:

(b) \( \frac{4}{16} \)

Question 10 :

If A and B be two sets such that n(A) = 70, n(B) = 60 and n(A ∪ B) = 110, then n(A ∩ B) is:

  1. 240
  2. 50
  3. 40
  4. 20

Solution:

Using the formula for the union of two sets:

\[ n(A \cup B) = n(A) + n(B) - n(A \cap B). \]

Substitute the given values:

\[ 110 = 70 + 60 - n(A \cap B). \]

Simplify:

\[ 110 = 130 - n(A \cap B). \]

Rearranging to find \( n(A \cap B) \):

\[ n(A \cap B) = 130 - 110 = 20. \]

Answer:

(d) \( 20 \)

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Question 11 :

If A and B be any two sets, then (A ∩ B) ∪ (A ∩ B′) is:

  1. A
  2. B
  3. Universal set
  4. Null set

Solution:

Using the distributive property of sets, we simplify:

\[ (A \cap B) \cup (A \cap B') = A \cap (B \cup B'). \]

We know that:

\[ B \cup B' = \text{Universal set (U)}. \]

Thus, the equation becomes:

\[ A \cap (B \cup B') = A \cap U. \]

Since the intersection of any set with the Universal set is the set itself:

\[ A \cap U = A. \]

Answer:

(A) \( A \)

Question 12 :

If logab + logac = 0, then:

  1. b = -c
  2. b = 1/c
  3. b = c
  4. b = -1/c

Solution:

We are given:

\[ \log_a b + \log_a c = 0. \]

Using the logarithmic property \( \log_a x + \log_a y = \log_a (x \cdot y) \), the equation becomes:

\[ \log_a (b \cdot c) = 0. \]

We know that \( \log_a x = 0 \) implies \( x = 1 \). Therefore:

\[ b \cdot c = 1. \]

Rearranging for \( b \):

\[ b = \frac{1}{c}. \]

Answer:

(B) \( b = \frac{1}{c} \)

Question 13 :

 If nPr = 720 nCr, then the value of r is:

  1. 5
  2. 6
  3. 4
  4. 8

Answer: 

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Question 14 :

In how many ways 6 books can be equally distributed among 3 boys?

  1. 30
  2. 15
  3. 90
  4. 36

Solution:

Each boy must receive \( 2 \) books. We calculate the number of ways step-by-step:

Step 1: Select 2 books for the first boy

The number of ways to choose 2 books from 6 is:

\[ ^6C_2 = \frac{6 \cdot 5}{2 \cdot 1} = 15. \]

Step 2: Select 2 books for the second boy

The number of ways to choose 2 books from the remaining 4 books is:

\[ ^4C_2 = \frac{4 \cdot 3}{2 \cdot 1} = 6. \]

Step 3: Remaining 2 books go to the third boy

The number of ways for the third boy is:

\[ 1. \]

Step 4: Total number of ways

Multiply the results together:

\[ \text{Total ways} = ^6C_2 \cdot ^4C_2 \cdot 1. \]

\[ \text{Total ways} = 15 \cdot 6 \cdot 1 = 90. \]

Answer:

(C) 90

Question 15 :

If α and β be the two roots of the equation x2−5x+6=0 and α>β, then the equation with roots (αβ+α+β) and (αβ−α−β) is:

  1. x2+12x+11=0
  2. x2−3x+ 6 = 0
  3. x2+12x−12=0
  4. x2−12x−11=0

Solution:

Step 1: Solve for \( \alpha \) and \( \beta \)

The given equation is:

\[ x^2 - 5x + 6 = 0. \]

Factorizing:

\[ x^2 - 5x + 6 = (x - 3)(x - 2) = 0. \]

Thus, the roots are:

\[ \alpha = 3 \quad \text{and} \quad \beta = 2. \]

Step 2: Find the new roots

The new roots are:

  • \( \alpha \beta + \alpha + \beta \)
  • \( \alpha \beta - \alpha - \beta \)

Substitute \( \alpha = 3 \), \( \beta = 2 \), and \( \alpha \beta = 3 \cdot 2 = 6 \):

First root:

\[ \alpha \beta + \alpha + \beta = 6 + 3 + 2 = 11. \]

Second root:

\[ \alpha \beta - \alpha - \beta = 6 - 3 - 2 = 1. \]

Step 3: Form the quadratic equation

The quadratic equation with roots \( 11 \) and \( 1 \) is:

\[ x^2 - (\text{sum of roots})x + (\text{product of roots}) = 0. \]

Here:

  • Sum of roots = \( 11 + 1 = 12 \)
  • Product of roots = \( 11 \cdot 1 = 11 \)

Thus, the equation is:

\[ x^2 - 12x + 11 = 0. \]

Answer:

(A) \( x^2 - 12x + 11 = 0 \)

Question 16 :

 If α and β the roots of the quadratic equation x2−2x−3=0 , then the value α3 + β3

  1. 24
  2. 22
  3. -20
  4. 26

Solution:

Step 1: Given quadratic equation

The given equation is:

\[ x^2 - 2x - 3 = 0. \]

From this equation, we know:

  • Sum of roots (\( \alpha + \beta \)) = \( -\frac{\text{coefficient of } x}{\text{coefficient of } x^2} = 2 \).
  • Product of roots (\( \alpha \beta \)) = \( \frac{\text{constant term}}{\text{coefficient of } x^2} = -3 \).

Step 2: Formula for \( \alpha^3 + \beta^3 \)

We use the identity:

\[ \alpha^3 + \beta^3 = (\alpha + \beta)\left( \alpha^2 + \beta^2 - \alpha \beta \right). \]

Step 3: Find \( \alpha^2 + \beta^2 \)

The formula for \( \alpha^2 + \beta^2 \) is:

\[ \alpha^2 + \beta^2 = (\alpha + \beta)^2 - 2\alpha \beta. \]

Substitute \( \alpha + \beta = 2 \) and \( \alpha \beta = -3 \):

\[ \alpha^2 + \beta^2 = (2)^2 - 2(-3). \]

\[ \alpha^2 + \beta^2 = 4 + 6 = 10. \]

Step 4: Calculate \( \alpha^3 + \beta^3 \)

Substitute into the identity \( \alpha^3 + \beta^3 = (\alpha + \beta)\left( \alpha^2 + \beta^2 - \alpha \beta \right) \):

\[ \alpha^3 + \beta^3 = 2 \left( 10 - (-3) \right). \]

Simplify:

\[ \alpha^3 + \beta^3 = 2 \left( 10 + 3 \right). \]

\[ \alpha^3 + \beta^3 = 2 \cdot 13 = 26. \]

Answer:

(D) \( 26 \)

Question 17 :

 If y = 1/ 3 − 2x find dy/ dx

  1. -2/ (3-2x)2
  2. 1/ (3-2x)2
  3. 2/(3-2x)2
  4. -2/(3-2x)

Answer: 

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Question 18 :

The cost of producing x units of a product is ₹ 300x−10x2+1/3x3 Find the marginal cost (in ₹)​ for 12 units output.

  1. 204
  2. 240
  3. 402
  4. 420

Solution:

The marginal cost is the derivative of the cost function \( C(x) \):

\[ MC = \frac{d}{dx} \left( 300x - 10x^2 + \frac{1}{3}x^3 \right). \]

Step 1: Differentiate each term

\[ \frac{d}{dx}(300x) = 300, \quad \frac{d}{dx}(-10x^2) = -20x, \quad \frac{d}{dx}\left( \frac{1}{3}x^3 \right) = x^2. \]

Thus, the marginal cost is:

\[ MC = 300 - 20x + x^2. \]

Step 2: Substitute \( x = 12 \)

Substitute \( x = 12 \) into the marginal cost equation:

\[ MC = 300 - 20(12) + (12)^2. \]

Simplify step by step:

  • \( 20 \cdot 12 = 240 \)
  • \( 12^2 = 144 \)

Now calculate:

\[ MC = 300 - 240 + 144. \]

\[ MC = 204. \]

Answer:

(A) \( 204 \)

Question 19 :

The condition required for maximization of a function f(x) is

  1. f′(x)=0,f′′(x)=0
  2. f′(x)=0,f′′(x)<0
  3. f′(x)=0,f′′(x)>0
  4. f′(x)<0,f′′(x)<0

Solution:

For the maximization of a function \( f(x) \), the conditions are:

  • First derivative test: \( f'(x) = 0 \) (the slope of the function is zero at a critical point).
  • Second derivative test: \( f''(x) < 0 \) (the function is concave downward at that point).

Answer:

(B) \( f'(x) = 0, f''(x) < 0 \)

Question 20 :

 If (a/b)x − 1 = (b/a)x − 3, then the value of x is:

  1. 1/2
  2. 1
  3. 7/2
  4. 2

Solution:

The given equation is:

\[ \left(\frac{a}{b}\right)^{x-1} = \left(\frac{b}{a}\right)^{x-3}. \]

Step 1: Rewrite \( \left(\frac{b}{a}\right) \)

We know that:

\[ \frac{b}{a} = \left(\frac{a}{b}\right)^{-1}. \]

Substitute this into the equation:

\[ \left(\frac{a}{b}\right)^{x-1} = \left(\frac{a}{b}\right)^{-1 \cdot (x-3)}. \]

Step 2: Simplify the exponents

Since the bases are the same (\( \frac{a}{b} \)), we equate the exponents:

\[ x - 1 = - (x - 3). \]

Step 3: Solve for \( x \)

Expand the equation:

\[ x - 1 = -x + 3. \]

Combine like terms:

\[ x + x = 3 + 1. \]

\[ 2x = 4. \]

Divide by 2:

\[ x = 2. \]

Answer:

(D) \( 2 \)

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Question 21 :

In Pie diagram, 1% is equivalent to

  1. 3
  2. 4
  3. 3.6
  4. 2.6

Solution:

A pie chart represents a complete circle, which has \( 360^\circ \).

To calculate the angle corresponding to \( 1\% \):

\[ \text{Angle} = \frac{1}{100} \times 360^\circ. \]

Simplify:

\[ \text{Angle} = 3.6^\circ. \]

Answer:

(C) \( 3.6^\circ \)

Question 22 :

Data collected on religion from the census reports are

  1. Primary data
  2. Secondary data
  3. Attribute data
  4. Both Primary and Secondary data

Solution:

Data collected from census reports are not collected directly by the user; instead, they are compiled by government agencies and published for general use.

Such data is referred to as:

\[ \text{Secondary data}. \]

Answer:

(B) Secondary data

Question 23 :

A variable which can take any value in a specified interval on a real line is called

  1. continuous variable
  2. discrete variable
  3. non-measurable variable
  4. attribute

Solution:

A variable that can assume any value within a specified range or interval on the real line is called a:

\[ \text{Continuous variable}. \]

In contrast, a discrete variable takes only specific, distinct values.

Answer:

(A) Continuous variable

Question 24 :

The frequency density of a class and total frequency of a group frequency distribution with equal class width are 17 and 204 respectively. The width of a class is

  1. 8
  2. 9
  3. 9.5
  4. 12

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Question 25 :

 If the mean of 7 (n+3),10,(n−3) and (n−5) is 15, what will be the value of n?

  1. 19
  2. 20
  3. 16
  4. 21

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Question 26 :

 The median of the numbers 21, 12, 49, 37, 88, 46, 74, 63, 55 is

  1. 49
  2. 88
  3. 12
  4. 74

Solution:

The median is the middle value when the data is arranged in ascending order.

Step 1: Arrange the data in ascending order

The given numbers are: \( 21, 12, 49, 37, 88, 46, 74, 63, 55 \).

Arrange them in ascending order:

\[ 12, 21, 37, 46, 49, 55, 63, 74, 88. \]

Step 2: Identify the middle value

Since there are \( 9 \) values (an odd number), the median is the \( \frac{9+1}{2} \)-th value:

\[ \text{Median} = \text{5th value}. \]

The 5th value in the ordered data is \( 49 \).

Answer:

(A) \( 49 \)

Question 27 :

 The quartile deviation of the numbers 18, 12, 22, 15, 30, 5, 44 is

  1. 12
  2. 9
  3. 7
  4. 5

Solution:

The formula for quartile deviation (Q.D.) is:

\[ Q.D. = \frac{Q_3 - Q_1}{2}, \]

where \( Q_1 \) is the first quartile and \( Q_3 \) is the third quartile.

Step 1: Arrange the data in ascending order

Given numbers: \( 18, 12, 22, 15, 30, 5, 44 \).

Arrange them in ascending order:

\[ 5, 12, 15, 18, 22, 30, 44. \]

Step 2: Find \( Q_1 \) (First Quartile)

The formula for \( Q_1 \) is:

\[ Q_1 = \frac{(n+1)}{4} \text{-th value}, \]

where \( n = 7 \) (number of observations).

Substitute \( n = 7 \):

\[ Q_1 = \frac{7+1}{4} = 2\text{-th value}. \]

From the ordered data, the 2nd value is \( 12 \).

Step 3: Find \( Q_3 \) (Third Quartile)

The formula for \( Q_3 \) is:

\[ Q_3 = \frac{3(n+1)}{4} \text{-th value}. \]

Substitute \( n = 7 \):

\[ Q_3 = \frac{3(7+1)}{4} = 6\text{-th value}. \]

From the ordered data, the 6th value is \( 30 \).

Step 4: Calculate the Quartile Deviation

Substitute \( Q_3 = 30 \) and \( Q_1 = 12 \) into the formula:

\[ Q.D. = \frac{Q_3 - Q_1}{2} = \frac{30 - 12}{2}. \]

Simplify:

\[ Q.D. = \frac{18}{2} = 9. \]

Answer:

(B) \( 9 \)

Question 28 :

 Given n=10, ∑x = 120, ∑x2=1 The standard deviation is

  1. 8
  2. 6
  3. 5
  4. 7

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Question 29 :

If the means of sample 1 and sample 2 be 20 and 50 respectively and the mean of the combined sample be 30, find the percentage of observations in sample 1.

  1. 66.67%
  2. 33.33%
  3. 50%
  4. Can not be determined

Solution:

Step 1: Combined mean formula

The formula for the combined mean is:

\[ \bar{x}_c = \frac{n_1 \bar{x}_1 + n_2 \bar{x}_2}{n_1 + n_2}. \]

Here:

  • \( \bar{x}_1 = 20 \) (mean of sample 1)
  • \( \bar{x}_2 = 50 \) (mean of sample 2)
  • \( \bar{x}_c = 30 \) (combined mean)

Step 2: Substitute the values

\[ 30 = \frac{n_1 (20) + n_2 (50)}{n_1 + n_2}. \]

Multiply through by \( (n_1 + n_2) \) to eliminate the denominator:

\[ 30 (n_1 + n_2) = 20 n_1 + 50 n_2. \]

Step 3: Simplify the equation

Expand the left-hand side:

\[ 30 n_1 + 30 n_2 = 20 n_1 + 50 n_2. \]

Combine like terms:

\[ 30 n_1 - 20 n_1 = 50 n_2 - 30 n_2. \]

Simplify further:

\[ 10 n_1 = 20 n_2. \]

Divide through by \( 10 \):

\[ n_1 = 2 n_2. \]

Step 4: Calculate the percentage of observations in sample 1

The total number of observations is:

\[ n_1 + n_2 = 2 n_2 + n_2 = 3 n_2. \]

The percentage of observations in sample 1 is:

\[ \text{Percentage in sample 1} = \frac{n_1}{n_1 + n_2} \times 100. \]

Substitute \( n_1 = 2 n_2 \) and \( n_1 + n_2 = 3 n_2 \):

\[ \text{Percentage in sample 1} = \frac{2 n_2}{3 n_2} \times 100. \]

Simplify:

\[ \text{Percentage in sample 1} = \frac{2}{3} \times 100 = 66.67\%. \]

Answer:

(A) \( 66.67\% \)

Question 30 :

For a frequency distribution, C.V. = 4% and S.D. = 6 and coefficient of skewness = 1.5, the mode of the distribution is

  1. 132
  2. 147
  3. 153
  4. 141

Solution:

Step 1: Relationship between Mean, Mode, and Skewness

The relationship between the mean, mode, and skewness is given by:

\[ \text{Mode} = \text{Mean} - \text{Skewness} \cdot \text{S.D.}. \]

Step 2: Find the Mean using C.V. and S.D.

The coefficient of variation (\( C.V. \)) is defined as:

\[ C.V. = \frac{\text{S.D.}}{\text{Mean}} \times 100. \]

Substitute \( C.V. = 4\% \) and \( \text{S.D.} = 6 \):

\[ 4 = \frac{6}{\text{Mean}} \times 100. \]

Rearranging to find the mean:

\[ \text{Mean} = \frac{6 \times 100}{4} = 150. \]

Step 3: Calculate the Mode

Substitute the values into the mode formula:

\[ \text{Mode} = \text{Mean} - \text{Skewness} \cdot \text{S.D.}. \]

Given \( \text{Mean} = 150 \), \( \text{Skewness} = 1.5 \), and \( \text{S.D.} = 6 \):

\[ \text{Mode} = 150 - 1.5 \cdot 6. \]

Simplify:

\[ \text{Mode} = 150 - 9 = 141. \]

Answer:

(D) \( 141 \)

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Question 31 :

If 2y−6x=6 and mode of x is 21, then what is the mode of y?

  1. 61
  2. 66
  3. 51
  4. 58

Solution:

Step 1: Solve for \( y \) in terms of \( x \)

Starting with the given equation:

\[ 2y - 6x = 6. \]

Rearrange to isolate \( y \):

\[ 2y = 6x + 6. \]

Divide through by \( 2 \):

\[ y = 3x + 3. \]

Step 2: Substitute the mode of \( x \)

The mode of \( x \) is given as \( 21 \). Substitute \( x = 21 \) into the equation for \( y \):

\[ y = 3(21) + 3. \]

Simplify step-by-step:

\[ y = 63 + 3. \]

\[ y = 66. \]

Answer:

(B) \( 66 \)

Question 32 :

 If cov(x,y)=12, byx=4/3​, then var(x) is

  1. 9
  2. 16
  3. 3
  4. 4

Solution:

Step 1: Formula for the regression coefficient

The regression coefficient \( b_{yx} \) is defined as:

\[ b_{yx} = \frac{\text{Cov}(x,y)}{\text{Var}(x)}. \]

Step 2: Substitute the given values

We are given:

  • \( \text{Cov}(x,y) = 12 \)
  • \( b_{yx} = \frac{4}{3} \)

Substitute these values into the formula:

\[ \frac{4}{3} = \frac{12}{\text{Var}(x)}. \]

Step 3: Solve for \( \text{Var}(x) \)

Cross-multiply to eliminate the fraction:

\[ 4 \cdot \text{Var}(x) = 3 \cdot 12. \]

Simplify:

\[ 4 \cdot \text{Var}(x) = 36. \]

Divide both sides by \( 4 \):

\[ \text{Var}(x) = \frac{36}{4} = 9. \]

Answer:

(A) \( 9 \)

Question 33 :

The value of rank correlation lies between

  1. 0 and 1
  2. −1 and 1
  3. -1 and 0
  4. It will be equal to 1

Solution:

The **rank correlation coefficient** (Spearman's Rank Correlation) measures the strength and direction of the relationship between two variables.

The range of the rank correlation coefficient is:

\[ -1 \leq r_s \leq 1, \]

where:

  • \( r_s = -1 \): Perfect negative correlation.
  • \( r_s = 0 \): No correlation.
  • \( r_s = 1 \): Perfect positive correlation.

Answer:

(B) \( -1 \) and \( 1 \)

Question 34 :

 Find the correlation co-efficient of the following pair of variables (x,y)(x, y)(x,y).

X:

-3

-1

1

3

Y:

9

1

1

9

  1. 0
  2. 1
  3. -1
  4. 0.5

Solution:

Step 1: Formula for Correlation Coefficient

The formula for the correlation coefficient \( r \) is:

\[ r = \frac{n \sum XY - (\sum X)(\sum Y)}{\sqrt{\left[ n \sum X^2 - (\sum X)^2 \right] \left[ n \sum Y^2 - (\sum Y)^2 \right]}}. \]

Step 2: Tabulate the required values

\( X \) \( Y \) \( X^2 \) \( Y^2 \) \( XY \)
\(-3\) \( 9 \) \( 9 \) \( 81 \) \(-27\)
\(-1\) \( 1 \) \( 1 \) \( 1 \) \(-1\)
\( 1 \) \( 1 \) \( 1 \) \( 1 \) \( 1 \)
\( 3 \) \( 9 \) \( 9 \) \( 81 \) \( 27 \)

Summing up the values:

  • \( \sum X = -3 + (-1) + 1 + 3 = 0 \)
  • \( \sum Y = 9 + 1 + 1 + 9 = 20 \)
  • \( \sum X^2 = 9 + 1 + 1 + 9 = 20 \)
  • \( \sum Y^2 = 81 + 1 + 1 + 81 = 164 \)
  • \( \sum XY = -27 + (-1) + 1 + 27 = 0 \)
  • \( n = 4 \) (number of observations).

Step 3: Substitute into the formula

Substitute the values into the formula:

\[ r = \frac{n \sum XY - (\sum X)(\sum Y)}{\sqrt{\left[ n \sum X^2 - (\sum X)^2 \right] \left[ n \sum Y^2 - (\sum Y)^2 \right]}}. \]

Substitute \( n = 4 \), \( \sum XY = 0 \), \( \sum X = 0 \), \( \sum Y = 20 \), \( \sum X^2 = 20 \), and \( \sum Y^2 = 164 \):

\[ r = \frac{4(0) - (0)(20)}{\sqrt{\left[ 4(20) - (0)^2 \right] \left[ 4(164) - (20)^2 \right]}}. \]

Step 4: Simplify

Numerator:

\[ 4(0) - (0)(20) = 0. \]

Denominator:

  • \( 4(20) - (0)^2 = 80 \)
  • \( 4(164) - (20)^2 = 656 - 400 = 256 \).

Thus:

\[ \text{Denominator} = \sqrt{80 \cdot 256}. \]

Simplify:

\[ \sqrt{80 \cdot 256} = \sqrt{20480} = 64\sqrt{5}. \]

Step 5: Final calculation

Since the numerator is \( 0 \):

\[ r = \frac{0}{64\sqrt{5}} = 0. \]

Answer:

(A) \( 0 \)

Question 35 :

If ∑D2= 33 and n=10 , find the rank correlation coefficient.

  1. 0.75
  2. 0.6
  3. 0.5
  4. 0.8

Solution:

Step 1: Formula for Spearman's Rank Correlation Coefficient

The formula for Spearman's rank correlation coefficient \( r_s \) is:

\[ r_s = 1 - \frac{6 \sum D^2}{n(n^2 - 1)}. \]

Where:

  • \( \sum D^2 = 33 \) (sum of squared differences of ranks)
  • \( n = 10 \) (number of observations).

Step 2: Substitute the values

Substitute \( \sum D^2 = 33 \) and \( n = 10 \) into the formula:

\[ r_s = 1 - \frac{6 (33)}{10 (10^2 - 1)}. \]

Step 3: Simplify the denominator

Calculate \( n^2 - 1 \):

\[ 10^2 - 1 = 100 - 1 = 99. \]

Thus:

\[ r_s = 1 - \frac{6 (33)}{10 (99)}. \]

Step 4: Simplify the equation

Calculate the numerator:

\[ 6 \times 33 = 198. \]

Calculate the denominator:

\[ 10 \times 99 = 990. \]

Substitute these values:

\[ r_s = 1 - \frac{198}{990}. \]

Simplify \( \frac{198}{990} \):

\[ \frac{198}{990} = 0.2. \]

Thus:

\[ r_s = 1 - 0.2 = 0.8. \]

Answer:

(D) \( 0.8 \)

Question 36 :

Which one of the following statements is true?

  1. Values of both bi-variate regression coefficients can be more than one.
  2. If values of bi-variate regression coefficients are negative, then correlation coefficient is positive.
  3. If values of bi-variate regression coefficients are positive, then correlation coefficient is positive.
  4. Values of bi-variate regression coefficients can be of opposite sign.

Solution:

To answer this, let us analyze the relationship between bi-variate regression coefficients and the correlation coefficient.

1. Properties of bi-variate regression coefficients:

    • Let \( b_{yx} \) and \( b_{xy} \) be the two bi-variate regression coefficients.
    • The product of the regression coefficients is always related to the square of the correlation coefficient \( r \):

\[ b_{yx} \cdot b_{xy} = r^2. \]

  • Since \( r^2 \geq 0 \), the product \( b_{yx} \cdot b_{xy} \) is always non-negative.

2. Analyze the options:

  • (A) "Values of both bi-variate regression coefficients can be more than one." - This is true because regression coefficients are not restricted to values between -1 and 1, unlike the correlation coefficient.
  • (B) "If values of bi-variate regression coefficients are negative, then correlation coefficient is positive." - This is false because if both \( b_{yx} \) and \( b_{xy} \) are negative, then the correlation coefficient \( r \) will also be negative (since \( r^2 = b_{yx} \cdot b_{xy} \)).
  • (C) "If values of bi-variate regression coefficients are positive, then correlation coefficient is positive." - This is true because if \( b_{yx} > 0 \) and \( b_{xy} > 0 \), the correlation coefficient \( r \) must be positive.
  • (D) "Values of bi-variate regression coefficients can be of opposite sign." - This is false because \( b_{yx} \cdot b_{xy} = r^2 \geq 0 \), and the product of two values with opposite signs would be negative, which contradicts this property.

Answer:

(C) If values of bi-variate regression coefficients are positive, then correlation coefficient is positive.

Question 37 :

If two regression lines of two variables x and y intersect at a point (4,5) and byx=2.5 , find the value of y when x=6.

  1. 25
  2. 15
  3. 10
  4. 20

Solution:

Step 1: Equation of the regression line

The regression line of \( y \) on \( x \) is given by:

\[ y - \bar{y} = b_{yx} (x - \bar{x}), \]

where:

  • \( b_{yx} \) is the regression coefficient of \( y \) on \( x \),
  • \( (\bar{x}, \bar{y}) \) is the point of intersection of the regression lines, i.e., \( (4, 5) \).

Step 2: Substitute the known values

We are given \( b_{yx} = 2.5 \), \( \bar{x} = 4 \), \( \bar{y} = 5 \), and \( x = 6 \). Substituting into the equation:

\[ y - 5 = 2.5 (x - 4). \]

Step 3: Solve for \( y \)

Substitute \( x = 6 \):

\[ y - 5 = 2.5 (6 - 4). \]

Simplify:

\[ y - 5 = 2.5 \cdot 2. \]

\[ y - 5 = 5. \]

Add \( 5 \) to both sides:

\[ y = 5 + 5 = 10. \]

Answer:

(C) \( 10 \)

Question 38 :

If the variables x and y are independent, the correlation coefficient between them is

  1. 1
  2. 0
  3. -1
  4. ±1

Solution:

The **correlation coefficient** \( r \) measures the strength and direction of the linear relationship between two variables \( x \) and \( y \).

Independence of Variables:

If \( x \) and \( y \) are **independent**, there is no linear relationship between them. The correlation coefficient \( r \) in this case is:

\[ r = 0. \]

This indicates that the two variables have no correlation.

Answer:

(B) \( 0 \)

Question 39 :

 If A, B, C are equally likely, mutually exclusive and exhaustive events, then P(A) equals to

  1. 1
  2. 0
  3. ½
  4. 1/3

Solution:

Step 1: Definition of mutually exclusive and exhaustive events

Mutually exclusive events mean that no two events can occur at the same time:

\[ P(A \cap B) = P(B \cap C) = P(A \cap C) = 0. \]

Exhaustive events mean that one of the events \( A, B, C \) must occur:

\[ P(A) + P(B) + P(C) = 1. \]

Step 2: Equally likely events

If \( A, B, \) and \( C \) are equally likely, then:

\[ P(A) = P(B) = P(C). \]

Let \( P(A) = P(B) = P(C) = p \). Substituting into the equation \( P(A) + P(B) + P(C) = 1 \):

\[ p + p + p = 1. \]

Simplify:

\[ 3p = 1. \]

Divide through by \( 3 \):

\[ p = \frac{1}{3}. \]

Answer:

(D) \( \frac{1}{3} \)

Question 40 :

The probability that a candidate passes in Accountancy and Economics are 0.5 and 0.6 respectively. What is the probability that the candidate passes only one of the two subjects?

  1. 0.8
  2. 0.4
  3. 0.5
  4. 0.75

Solution:

The probability that the candidate passes in:

  • Accountancy = \( P(A) = 0.5 \)
  • Economics = \( P(B) = 0.6 \)

The probability that the candidate passes in both subjects (assuming independence) is:

\[ P(A \cap B) = P(A) \cdot P(B) = 0.5 \cdot 0.6 = 0.3. \]

Step 1: Probability of passing only one subject

To pass only one of the subjects, the candidate must pass either Accountancy but not Economics, or Economics but not Accountancy. Mathematically:

\[ P(\text{only one}) = P(A \cap B') + P(A' \cap B), \]

where \( B' \) and \( A' \) are the complements of \( B \) and \( A \).

Step 2: Calculate the probabilities

  • \( P(A \cap B') = P(A) - P(A \cap B) \)
  • \( P(A' \cap B) = P(B) - P(A \cap B) \)

Substitute the values:

\[ P(A \cap B') = 0.5 - 0.3 = 0.2, \]

\[ P(A' \cap B) = 0.6 - 0.3 = 0.3. \]

Step 3: Add the probabilities

Now, add \( P(A \cap B') \) and \( P(A' \cap B) \):

\[ P(\text{only one}) = 0.2 + 0.3 = 0.5. \]

Answer:

(C) \( 0.5 \)

CMA Foundation Question Paper with Detailed Solution | Dec 24 | Session 2  - 6

Question 41 :

The probability of getting 52 Sundays in a leap year is

  1. 1/7
  2. 2/7
  3. 5/7
  4. 6/7

Solution:

Step 1: Total Days in a Leap Year

A leap year has \( 366 \) days, which consist of \( 52 \) full weeks (\( 52 \times 7 = 364 \)) and \( 2 \) extra days.

The \( 2 \) extra days can be any consecutive pair of days of the week. The possible pairs are:

\[ (\text{Sunday, Monday}), (\text{Monday, Tuesday}), (\text{Tuesday, Wednesday}), (\text{Wednesday, Thursday}), (\text{Thursday, Friday}),(\text{Friday, Saturday}), (\text{Saturday, Sunday}). \]

Step 2: Conditions for \( 52 \) Sundays

There are \( 52 \) Sundays in the \( 364 \) days (52 complete weeks). For the year to have exactly \( 52 \) Sundays:

  • The \( 2 \) extra days must not include a Sunday.

If one of the extra days is a Sunday, the year will have \( 53 \) Sundays.

Step 3: Number of Favorable Outcomes

Out of the \( 7 \) possible pairs of extra days, the pairs that result in \( 53 \) Sundays are:

  • \((\text{Sunday, Monday})\)
  • \((\text{Saturday, Sunday})\)

Thus, there are \( 2 \) unfavorable outcomes.

The remaining \( 7 - 2 = 5 \) pairs result in exactly \( 52 \) Sundays.

Step 4: Probability

The probability of having exactly \( 52 \) Sundays is:

\[ P(52 \text{ Sundays}) = \frac{\text{Number of favorable outcomes}}{\text{Total possible outcomes}} = \frac{5}{7}. \]

Answer:

(C) \( \frac{5}{7} \)

Question 42 :

If an unbiased coin is tossed 3 times, find the probability of getting at least 2 heads.

  1. 3/8
  2. 1/8
  3. 5/8
  4. 1/2

Solution:

Step 1: Total outcomes

When a coin is tossed 3 times, the total number of possible outcomes is:

\[ 2^3 = 8. \]

The outcomes are: \( \{HHH, HHT, HTH, HTT, THH, THT, TTH, TTT\} \).

Step 2: Favorable outcomes

We are tasked with finding the probability of getting **at least 2 heads**. The favorable outcomes are:

  • \( HHH \) (3 heads)
  • \( HHT \) (2 heads)
  • \( HTH \) (2 heads)
  • \( THH \) (2 heads)

Thus, there are \( 4 \) favorable outcomes.

Step 3: Probability formula

The probability of an event is given by:

\[ P(\text{at least 2 heads}) = \frac{\text{Number of favorable outcomes}}{\text{Total number of outcomes}}. \]

Substitute the values:

\[ P(\text{at least 2 heads}) = \frac{4}{8} = \frac{1}{2}. \]

Answer:

(D) \( \frac{1}{2} \)

Question 43 :

A box contains 5 red and 3 white balls. 2 balls are drawn at random simultaneously from the box. Find the probability of getting two same colour balls.

  1. 13/28
  2. 5/14
  3. 3/28
  4. 15/28

Solution:

Step 1: Total ways to choose 2 balls

The total number of balls is \( 5 + 3 = 8 \). The total number of ways to choose 2 balls is given by:

\[ \binom{8}{2} = \frac{8 \cdot 7}{2} = 28. \]

Step 2: Favorable outcomes

To get two same-color balls, there are two cases:

  • Case 1: Both balls are red.
  • Case 2: Both balls are white.

Case 1: Both balls are red

The number of ways to choose 2 red balls from 5 is:

\[ \binom{5}{2} = \frac{5 \cdot 4}{2} = 10. \]

Case 2: Both balls are white

The number of ways to choose 2 white balls from 3 is:

\[ \binom{3}{2} = \frac{3 \cdot 2}{2} = 3. \]

Step 3: Total favorable outcomes

The total number of favorable outcomes is the sum of the two cases:

\[ 10 + 3 = 13. \]

Step 4: Probability calculation

The probability of getting two same-color balls is:

\[ P = \frac{\text{Favorable outcomes}}{\text{Total outcomes}} = \frac{13}{28}. \]

Answer:

(A) \( \frac{13}{28} \)

Question 44 :

If P(A)=2/3, P(B)=1/2 and P(B∣A)=4/9 ​, find P(A∣B)

  1. 1/3
  2. 3/4
  3. 16/27
  4. 4/27

Solution:

Step 1: Formula for Conditional Probability

The formula for conditional probability is:

\[ P(A \mid B) = \frac{P(A \cap B)}{P(B)}. \]

Step 2: Find \( P(A \cap B) \)

The joint probability \( P(A \cap B) \) can be calculated using \( P(B \mid A) \):

\[ P(A \cap B) = P(B \mid A) \cdot P(A). \]

Substitute the given values \( P(B \mid A) = \frac{4}{9} \) and \( P(A) = \frac{2}{3} \):

\[ P(A \cap B) = \frac{4}{9} \cdot \frac{2}{3}. \]

Multiply the fractions:

\[ P(A \cap B) = \frac{8}{27}. \]

Step 3: Find \( P(A \mid B) \)

Substitute \( P(A \cap B) = \frac{8}{27} \) and \( P(B) = \frac{1}{2} \) into the formula for \( P(A \mid B) \):

\[ P(A \mid B) = \frac{P(A \cap B)}{P(B)} = \frac{\frac{8}{27}}{\frac{1}{2}}. \]

Divide the fractions by multiplying by the reciprocal:

\[ P(A \mid B) = \frac{8}{27} \cdot 2 = \frac{16}{27}. \]

Answer:

(C) \( \frac{16}{27} \)

Question 45 :

 An unbiased coin is tossed thrice. If the first toss gets head, what is the probability of getting only one more head?

  1. 0.8
  2. 0.5
  3. 0.25
  4. 0·4

Solution:

Step 1: Possible outcomes after the first toss

If the first toss results in a head, we are left with two more tosses. The possible outcomes for the next two tosses are:

\[ \{ HH, HT, TH, TT \}. \]

Each of these outcomes is equally likely, with a probability of:

\[ P(\text{each outcome}) = \frac{1}{4}. \]

Step 2: Favorable outcomes

We are looking for cases where there is exactly **one more head**. This occurs when:

  • The second toss is a head and the third toss is a tail (\( HT \)).
  • The second toss is a tail and the third toss is a head (\( TH \)).

Thus, there are \( 2 \) favorable outcomes: \( HT \) and \( TH \).

Step 3: Calculate the probability

The probability of getting exactly one more head is:

\[ P(\text{one more head}) = \frac{\text{Number of favorable outcomes}}{\text{Total outcomes}} = \frac{2}{4} = 0.5. \]

Answer:

(B) \( 0.5 \)

Question 46 :

 Given Σp0q0 = 196, Σp1q0 = 324, Σp0q1 = 256, Σp1q1 =441 (p0q0: base price and quantity; p₁q₁: current price and quantity). Fisher's price index number is

  1. 132.8
  2. 131.4
  3. 132.2
  4. 133.3

Solution:

Given:

  • \( \Sigma p_0 q_0 = 196 \)
  • \( \Sigma p_1 q_0 = 324 \)
  • \( \Sigma p_0 q_1 = 256 \)
  • \( \Sigma p_1 q_1 = 441 \)

Step 1: Fisher's Price Index Formula

\[ P_F = \sqrt{P_L \cdot P_P}, \]

where:

  • \( P_L = \frac{\Sigma p_1 q_0}{\Sigma p_0 q_0} \times 100 \)
  • \( P_P = \frac{\Sigma p_1 q_1}{\Sigma p_0 q_1} \times 100 \).

Step 2: Calculate Laspeyres Price Index (\( P_L \))

\[ P_L = \frac{324}{196} \times 100 = 165.31. \]

Step 3: Calculate Paasche Price Index (\( P_P \))

\[ P_P = \frac{441}{256} \times 100 = 172.27. \]

Step 4: Calculate Fisher's Price Index

\[ P_F = \sqrt{165.31 \cdot 172.27}. \]

First, calculate the product:

\[ 165.31 \cdot 172.27 = 28485.68. \]

Take the square root:

\[ P_F = \sqrt{28485.68} = 133.3. \]

Answer:

(D) \( 133.3 \)

Question 47 :

Delay in the production of a factory due to sudden break down of machine is

  1. secular trend
  2. cyclical variation
  3. seasonal variation
  4. irregular variation

Solution:

Such a delay is caused by an **unpredictable and random event** (sudden breakdown), which is classified as an:

\[ \text{Irregular Variation}. \]

Irregular variations are those variations that do not follow a regular pattern, trend, or cycle, and are caused by unforeseen factors.

Answer:

\( \boxed{\text{(D) Irregular variation}} \)

Question 48 :

Year:

2020

2021

2022

2023

2024

2024Sales (₹ ,000) :

5

4.5

6

5.5

5

Find the 3-year moving average for the year 2023.

  1. 5.33
  2. 5.5
  3. 5.16
  4. 5

Solution:

Step 1: Definition of Moving Average

The 3-year moving average is calculated as the average of sales for 3 consecutive years. For the year 2023, the relevant years are \( 2022 \), \( 2023 \), and \( 2024 \).

Step 2: Relevant Data

Sales for the years 2022, 2023, and 2024 are:

\[ 6, \, 5.5, \, 5. \]

Step 3: Formula

The formula for the moving average is:

\[ \text{Moving Average} = \frac{\text{Sum of sales over 3 years}}{\text{Number of years}}. \]

Step 4: Calculation

Substitute the values:

\[ \text{Moving Average} = \frac{6 + 5.5 + 5}{3}. \]

Simplify:

\[ \text{Moving Average} = \frac{16.5}{3} = 5.5. \]

Answer:

\( \boxed{(B) 5.5} \)

Question 49 :

Net monthly income of an employee was ₹ 10,000 per month in 2010. The consumer price index number was 80 in 2010 and became 240 in 2023. Calculate the additional D.A (in ₹) to be paid to the employee if he has to be compensated.

  1. 15,000
  2. 18,000
  3. 20,000
  4. 22,000

Solution:

Step 1: Formula for Adjusted Income

The formula for the adjusted income is:

\[ \text{Adjusted Income} = \text{Base Income} \times \frac{\text{CPI in 2023}}{\text{CPI in 2010}}. \]

Step 2: Substitute the given values

Base Income = ₹ 10,000, CPI in 2010 = \( 80 \), and CPI in 2023 = \( 240 \):

\[ \text{Adjusted Income} = 10,000 \times \frac{240}{80}. \]

Step 3: Simplify

Calculate the ratio of CPI:

\[ \frac{240}{80} = 3. \]

Substitute back:

\[ \text{Adjusted Income} = 10,000 \times 3 = 30,000. \]

Step 4: Calculate Additional D.A

Additional D.A is the difference between the adjusted income and the base income:

\[ \text{Additional D.A} = \text{Adjusted Income} - \text{Base Income}. \]

Substitute the values:

\[ \text{Additional D.A} = 30,000 - 10,000 = 20,000. \]

Answer:

\( \boxed{(C) 20,000} \)

Question 50 :

The price of a commodity in the years 2010 and 2020 were ₹ 40 and ₹ 50 respectively. Find the price relative taking 2010 as base year.

  1. 125
  2. 115
  3. 140
  4. 80

Solution:

Step 1: Formula for Price Relative

The price relative is calculated as:

\[ \text{Price Relative} = \frac{\text{Price in 2020}}{\text{Price in 2010}} \times 100. \]

Step 2: Substitute the given values

Price in 2020 = ₹ 50, Price in 2010 = ₹ 40:

\[ \text{Price Relative} = \frac{50}{40} \times 100. \]

Step 3: Simplify

Calculate the ratio:

\[ \frac{50}{40} = 1.25. \]

Multiply by \( 100 \):

\[ \text{Price Relative} = 1.25 \times 100 = 125. \]

Final Answer:

\( \boxed{(A) 125} \)

CMA Foundation Question Paper with Detailed Solution | Dec 24 | Session 2  - 6


Fundamentals of Business Economics and Management

Question 51 :

______ is the father of Economics.

  1. Adam Smith
  2. Alfred Marshall
  3. Lionel Robbins
  4. J. R. Hicks

Solution:

Adam Smith is widely known as the "Father of Economics", recognized for his book "An Inquiry into the Nature and Causes of the Wealth of Nations," published in 1776. This work laid the foundation for classical economics.

Answer:

Question 52 :

According to Economics, means are

  1. endless
  2. abundant
  3. limited
  4. unlimited

Solution:

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Question 53 :

A piece of wood becomes a table. It is an example for ______ utility.

  1. Time
  2. Place
  3. Possession
  4. Form

Solution:

When a piece of wood is transformed into a table, the form utility increases because the shape or form of the wood has been altered to make it more useful and valuable.

Answer:

Question 54 :

______ occurs when the price that consumers pay for a product or service is less than the price they are willing to pay.

  1. Consumer Surplus
  2. Total Utility
  3. Marginal Utility
  4. Market Price

Solution:

The concept of Consumer Surplus (C.S.) was introduced by Alfred Marshall. It is defined as the difference between the price a consumer is willing to pay (demand price) and the actual price paid (market price).

This occurs when consumers derive extra satisfaction (utility) from a product or service, as their maximum willingness to pay exceeds the actual price.

Answer:

Question 55 :

Disguised unemployment is primarily traced in the ______ and unorganized sectors of the economy.

  1. Agricultural sector
  2. Industrial sector
  3. Information Technology sector
  4. Service sector

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Question 56 :

______ is the second important factor of production.

  1. Land
  2. Labour
  3. Capital
  4. Organisation

Solution:

The second most important factor of production, after land, is labour. Labour refers to human effort, both physical and mental, involved in the production of goods and services.

Answer:

Question 57 :

In microeconomic theory, the_____ cost of a choice is the value of the best alternative foregone where, given limited resources, a choice needs to be made between several mutually exclusive alternatives.

  1. opportunity
  2. explicit
  3. implicit
  4. social

Solution:

In microeconomic theory, the opportunity cost of a choice is the value of the next best alternative foregone when a choice is made between several mutually exclusive alternatives. This is a critical concept because resources are scarce and must be allocated effectively.

Answer:

Question 58 :

Which one of the following is not a factor in the market supply of a product?

  1. Cost of production
  2. Number of buyers
  3. Market price of the product
  4. Price of related products

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Question 59 :

Which of these will have highly inelastic supply?

  1. Perishable goods
  2. Consumer durable goods
  3. Items of elite class consumption
  4. All of the above

Solution:

Highly inelastic supply refers to goods where a change in price does not significantly alter the quantity supplied. Among the options:

  1. Perishable goods: Supply is inelastic because these goods cannot be stored for a long period.
  2. Consumer durable goods: Their supply may vary but is relatively elastic due to production flexibility.
  3. Items of elite class consumption: Supply tends to be more inelastic due to niche demand and limited production.

Hence, perishable goods primarily have the most inelastic supply.

Answer:

Question 60 :

In the short-run, price is governed by______

  1. cost of production
  2. demand and supply forces
  3. marginal utility
  4. consumer surplus

Solution:

In the short run, prices are determined by demand and supply forces. Producers adjust output based on existing demand and supply conditions since all factors of production cannot be varied immediately.

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Question 61 :

A/an ______ is a market structure with a single seller or producer that assumes a dominant position in an industry or a sector.

  1. Oligopoly
  2. Duopoly
  3. Monopolistic Competition
  4. Monopoly

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Question 62 :

A firm can achieve equilibrium when its______

  1. MC = MR
  2. MC = AC
  3. MR = AR
  4. MR = AC

Solution:

A firm achieves equilibrium when it maximizes profits or minimizes losses. The equilibrium condition is:

  1. Marginal Cost (MC) = Marginal Revenue (MR): This ensures that the cost of producing an additional unit is equal to the revenue earned from selling that unit.
  2. MC cuts MR from below: This confirms profit maximization.

Answer:

Question 63 :

The equilibrium of a firm can be divided into ______ types.

  1. 2
  2. 3
  3. 4
  4. 5

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Question 64 :

In a competitive market, ______ is the price-maker.

  1. firm
  2. industry
  3. consumer
  4. trade association

Solution:

In a competitive market, the industry is the price-maker, while individual firms act as price-takers. This is because the market price is determined by the aggregate supply and demand, which is the responsibility of the industry as a whole.

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Question 65 :

Skimming pricing is a pricing strategy that sets new product prices ______.

  1. high
  2. neither high nor low
  3. low
  4. medium

Solution:
Skimming pricing is a strategy where the price of a new product is set high initially to maximize profits from early adopters who are less price-sensitive. Over time, the price is gradually reduced to attract more price-sensitive customers.

Answer:

Question 66 :

______ competition is a type of market structure where many firms are present in an industry and they produce similar but differentiated products.

  1. Pure
  2. Monopolistic
  3. Perfect
  4. Oligopolistic

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Question 67 :

______ in 1926 concluded that, to fully understand microeconomics, it is necessary to leave aside perfect competition and move towards the opposite direction.

  1. Piero Sraffa
  2. Adam Smith
  3. Peter Drucker
  4. Joan Robinson

Solution:

Joan Robinson, a prominent British economist, significantly contributed to the theory of imperfect competition. In her work, she argued that to fully understand microeconomics, it's essential to move beyond the assumptions of perfect competition and explore more realistic market structures where firms have some degree of market power.

Answer: 

Joan Robinson

Question 68 :

______ occurs when a leading firm in a given industry is able to exert enough market influence in the said industry that it can effectively determine the price of goods or services for the entire market.

  1. Price leadership
  2. Differential pricing
  3. Policy pricing
  4. Skimming pricing

Solution:

Price leadership occurs when a dominant firm in an industry sets the price for goods or services, and other firms in the market follow suit. This leading firm leverages its significant market influence to effectively determine the pricing strategy for the entire market.

Answer: 

Price leadership

Question 69 :

A ______ is a form of oligopoly, where only two companies dominate the market.

  1. Duopoly
  2. Monopoly
  3. Monopsony
  4. All of the above

Solution:

A duopoly is a market structure where only two companies dominate the industry, fitting the definition of a form of oligopoly.

  • Monopoly refers to a single firm controlling the entire market.
  • Monopsony involves only one buyer in the market.
  • All of the above is incorrect because only duopoly accurately describes two dominant firms

Answer: 

Duopoly

Question 70 :

 The ______ states that bad money drives good money out of circulation.

  1. Law of Demand
  2. Law of Supply
  3. Gresham’s Law
  4. Law of Self-interest

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Question 71 :

Money Market deals with ______ credit.

  1. medium-term
  2. long-term
  3. short-term
  4. None of the above

Solution:

The money market specializes in the trading of financial instruments that are highly liquid and have short maturities, typically less than one year. It facilitates short-term borrowing and lending, providing businesses, governments, and financial institutions with the necessary liquidity to meet their immediate funding needs.

Answer: 

short-term

Question 72 :

______ is the instrument of quantitative credit control.

  1. Open market operations
  2. Credit rationing
  3. Moral suasion
  4. Licensing

Solution:

Open market operations involve the buying and selling of government securities by the central bank to regulate the money supply. This tool directly influences the amount of liquidity in the banking system, making it a primary instrument of quantitative credit control.

Answer: 

Open market operations

Question 73 :

Which of the following is the oldest system of money?

  1. Barter
  2. Plastic money
  3. Paper money
  4. Gold

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Question 74 :

 ______ is a qualitative control instrument used by the Central Bank.

  1. Bank rate policy
  2. Ranking of credit
  3. Open market operations
  4. Credit rationing

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Question 75 :

 Manipulation in CRR enables the RBI

  1. influence the lending ability of the commercial banks
  2. check employment growth
  3. Check poverty
  4. increase GDP

Solution:

By adjusting the Cash Reserve Ratio (CRR), the RBI controls the amount of funds banks can lend. Higher CRR means banks have less to lend, and lower CRR allows them to lend more.

Answer: 

influence the lending ability of the commercial banks

Question 76 :

 Fiscal Policy in India is formulated by the

  1. RBI
  2. SEBI
  3. Finance Ministry
  4. NABARD

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Question 77 :

 EXIM bank is authorised to raise loan from the

  1. RBI
  2. Govt. of India
  3. international market
  4. trading activities

Solution:

The Export-Import (EXIM) Bank is primarily authorized to raise loans from the international market. This allows the bank to secure foreign currency loans and financing to support India's export and import activities. While the EXIM Bank may also receive support from the Government of India and the Reserve Bank of India (RBI), its primary function involves accessing international financial markets to facilitate global trade.

Answer: 

international market

Question 78 :

______ is the mechanism for flow of funds from the surplus to the deficit units in the economy.

  1. Money Market
  2. Stock Market
  3. Regulated Market
  4. Bullion Market

Solution:

The Money Market serves as the primary mechanism for transferring funds from surplus units (savers) to deficit units (borrowers) within the economy. It deals with short-term financial instruments and ensures liquidity by facilitating transactions such as Treasury bills, commercial paper, and certificates of deposit. This efficient flow of funds supports various economic activities by providing the necessary short-term financing.

Answer: 

Money Market

Question 79 :

Financial markets are classified into

  1. Money Market
  2. Capital Market
  3. Stock Market
  4. National Market

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Question 80 :

______ environment is within the control of a business unit.

  1. Internal
  2. External
  3. Micro
  4. Macro

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Question 81 :

Select the internal components which influence business decisions.

  1. Culture
  2. Mission
  3. Objective
  4. All of the above

Solution:

All the listed options—Culture, Mission, and Objective—are internal components that significantly influence business decisions:

  • Culture: Refers to the shared values, beliefs, and behaviors within an organization. A strong organizational culture can guide decision-making, foster a positive work environment, and align employees with the company's goals.

  • Mission: Defines the organization's purpose and primary objectives. It serves as a foundation for strategic planning and decision-making, ensuring that all actions align with the company's core purpose.

  • Objective: Represents specific, measurable goals that the organization aims to achieve. Clear objectives help in setting priorities, allocating resources, and evaluating performance.

Answer: 

All of the above

Question 82 :

The term “P” in PESTEL stands for

  1. Policy
  2. Political
  3. Project
  4. Plan

Solution:

In the PESTEL framework, each letter stands for a different external factor that can impact an organization. The term "P" specifically stands for Political. This encompasses government policies, political stability, tax regulations, trade tariffs, and other government-related factors that can influence business operations and decision-making.

Answer: 

(B) Political

Question 83 :

The term “W” in SWOT analysis stands for

  1. Work
  2. Wealth
  3. Weakness
  4. Will power

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Question 84 :

Opportunities and Threats are related to

  1. external environment
  2. internal environment
  3. micro environment
  4. None of the above

Solution:

In SWOT analysis, Opportunities and Threats are associated with the external environment. These factors originate outside the organization and can impact its ability to achieve its objectives.

  • Opportunities: External chances to improve performance in the environment (e.g., market growth, technological advancements).
  • Threats: External challenges that could cause trouble for the business (e.g., economic downturns, increased competition).

Answer: 

(A) external environment

Question 85 :

Task environment is also known as_____environment

  1. short-term
  2. micro
  3. macro
  4. long-term

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Question 86 :

There are ______ major functions of management.

  1. two
  2. three
  3. four
  4. five

Solution:

The four major functions of management are Planning, Organizing, Leading, and Controlling.

Answer: 

(C) four

Question 87 :

The concept of Scientific Management has focused mainly on the ______ function.

  1. sales
  2. accounting
  3. production
  4. finance

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Question 88 :

The non-programmed decisions are mainly taken by the ______.

  1. top-level management
  2. middle-level management
  3. lower-level management
  4. supervisory-level management

Solution:

Non-programmed decisions are unique, complex, and non-routine decisions that require judgment, creativity, and strategic thinking. These decisions typically involve significant uncertainty and have long-term implications for the organization.

Top-level management is primarily responsible for making non-programmed decisions because they are best positioned to assess the broader strategic impact and navigate the complexities involved.

Answer: 

(A) top-level management

Question 89 :

______ involves a system within an organization in which the top, middle, and lower levels of management participate in decision-making.

  1. Centralisation of Authority
  2. Delegation of Authority
  3. Decentralization of Authority
  4. Responsibility

Solution:

Decentralization of Authority refers to a management system where decision-making powers are distributed across various levels within an organization, including top, middle, and lower management. This approach encourages participation from different managerial levels, fosters innovation, and allows for quicker decision-making tailored to specific areas or departments.

Answer: 

(C) Decentralization of Authority

Question 90 :

The first step in the process of staffing is

  1. Procurement of personnel
  2. development of personnel
  3. performance appraisal
  4. placement of personnel

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Question 91 :

One who receives information in any communication process is known as

  1. communicator
  2. sender
  3. communicatee
  4. None of the above

Solution:

In the communication process, the communicatee is the individual or group that receives the information being sent by the communicator (sender). The communicatee interprets and understands the message conveyed.

Answer: 

(C) Communicatee

Question 92 :

______ involves the selection of language in which the message is to be given.

  1. Feedback
  2. Decoding
  3. Encoding
  4. Medium

Solution:

Encoding is the process of selecting the appropriate language, symbols, or gestures to convey a message effectively. It involves translating thoughts or ideas into a form that can be communicated to others. By choosing the right language, the sender ensures that the message is understood as intended by the receiver.

Answer: 

(C) Encoding

Question 93 :

The Stewardship Theory states that a steward protects and maximises the shareholders’ wealth through the firm’s ______.

  1. performance
  2. production
  3. profit
  4. sales

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Question 94 :

Post-control is also known as

  1. Feedback control
  2. Concurrent control
  3. Pre-control
  4. Feed-forward control

Solution:

Post-control, also known as Feedback control, involves evaluating the outcomes of actions after they have been completed. This type of control assesses the results to determine if objectives were achieved and to identify any deviations from the plan. Feedback control provides information that can be used to make future improvements and adjustments.

Answer: 

(A) Feedback control

Question 95 :

Effective ______ increases the interactions among the managers and the subordinates.

  1. Centralisation of Authority
  2. Decentralisation of Authority
  3. Communication
  4. Delegation of Authority

Solution:

Effective communication is crucial in fostering interactions between managers and subordinates. It ensures that information flows smoothly, expectations are clearly understood, and feedback is appropriately exchanged. Good communication enhances collaboration, builds trust, and facilitates problem-solving, thereby strengthening the relationship and interactions within the organization.

Answer: 

C) Communication

Question 96 :

______ flows from lower-level management to top-level management.

  1. Authority
  2. Responsibility
  3. Centralisation of Authority
  4. Decentralisation of Authority

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Question 97 :

The managerial function of directing the subordinates towards achievement of the organisational goals is known as ______.

  1. Planning
  2. Organizing
  3. Leadership
  4. Controlling

Solution:

Leadership is the managerial function that involves directing and guiding subordinates towards the achievement of organizational goals. It encompasses motivating employees, providing clear instructions, and fostering an environment that supports productivity and goal attainment.

Answer: 

(C) Leadership

Question 98 :

Encouraging someone to a particular course of action is known as ______.

  1. Morale
  2. Motivation
  3. Communication
  4. Co-ordination

Solution:

Motivation involves encouraging and inspiring individuals to take specific actions or achieve particular goals. In a managerial context, motivation is essential for driving employees to perform at their best and align their efforts with organizational objectives.

Answer: 

(B) Motivation

Question 99 :

The decision to purchase stationery is a ______ decision.

  1. policy
  2. routine
  3. personal
  4. non-programmed

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Question 100 :

______ is an act of choice wherein an executive comes to a conclusion about what must not be done in a given situation.

  1. Planning
  2. Organising
  3. Decision-making
  4. Controlling

Solution:

Decision-making involves choosing among alternatives, including determining what actions not to take in a given situation.

Answer: 

C) Decision-making

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