How many questions are there in the Elementary Mathematics paper?

There are 100 questions in the Elementary Mathematics paper.

Are there any penalties for wrong answers in this paper?

Yes, there is a penalty for wrong answers in the objective type question papers. One-third (0.33) of the marks assigned to the question will be deducted for each wrong answer.

What is the paper code mentioned on the test booklet?

The paper code mentioned on the test booklet is BLS-S-FDE.

What is the test booklet series code mentioned?

The test booklet series code mentioned is (1-A) and (2-A).

Does the paper contain questions in both English and Hindi?

Yes, each item is printed both in Hindi and English.

What is the purpose of downloading previous year question papers like this one?

Downloading previous year question papers helps aspirants understand the exam pattern, difficulty level, important topics, and marking scheme, which is crucial for effective preparation.

CDS I 2017 Elementary Mathematics Question Paper PDF

Name: CDS I 2017 Elementary Mathematics Question Paper PDF
Creator: UPSC
Keywords: CDS I 2017 Elementary Mathematics Question Paper, Combined Defence Services Examination 2017 Maths Paper, UPSC CDS 2017 Mathematics PDF, CDS Previous Year Paper Mathematics, Elementary Mathematics Question Paper

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Year 2017
Conducted By UPSC
Questions 100
Maximum Marks 100
Duration Two Hours
Languages English & Hindi

Exam Details

Detail	Information
Examination	Combined Defence Services Examination (I)
Year	2017
Conducting Body	UPSC
Paper	Elementary Mathematics
Subject	Mathematics
Duration	Two Hours
Maximum Marks	100
Number of Questions	100
Question Type	Objective (MCQ)

This is the official question paper for the Elementary Mathematics paper of the Combined Defence Services Examination (I), 2017, conducted by UPSC. The paper consists of 100 objective-type questions and is allotted a maximum of 100 marks with a time duration of two hours. This paper is crucial for candidates aiming to join the armed forces through the CDS exam, testing their foundational mathematical abilities. Practicing with this paper helps aspirants understand the exam pattern, difficulty level, and key topics covered, thereby enhancing their preparation strategy.

Major Topics Covered

Elementary Mathematics
Square Roots
Logarithms
Quadratic Equations
HCF and LCM
Number Theory
Number of Digits in Powers

Why This Paper is Important

Useful for Combined Defence Services Examination preparation
Helps understand the latest exam pattern
Useful for practice and self-assessment
Covers frequently asked General Studies topics
Helpful for analysing question trends

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CDS I 2017 English Question Paper
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CDS I 2017 Elementary Mathematics Answer Key
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CDS II 2017

Instructions

Penalty for wrong answers: THERE WILL BE PENALTY FOR WRONG ANSWERS MARKED BY A CANDIDATE IN THE OBJECTIVE TYPE QUESTION PAPERS. (i) There are four alternatives for the answer to every question. For each question for which a wrong answer has been given by the candidate, one-third (0.
of the marks assigned to that question will be deducted as penalty. If a candidate gives more than one answer, it will be treated as a wrong answer even if one of the given (ii) answers happens to be correct and there will be same penalty as above to that question. If a question is left blank, i. e. , no answer is given by the candidate, there will be no penalty for that (iii) question. DO NOT OPEN THIS TEST BOOKLET UNTIL YOU ARE TOLD TO DO SO ध्यान दें: अनुदेशों का हिन्दी रूपान्तर इस पुस्तिका के पिछले पृष्ठ पर छपा है। (1-A)

IMMEDIATELY AFTER THE COMMENCEMENT OF THE EXAMINATION, YOU SHOULD CHECK THAT THIS TEST BOOKLET DOES NOT HAVE ANY UNPRINTED OR TORN OR MISSING PAGES OR ITEMS.
IF SO, GET IT REPLACED BY A COMPLETE TEST BOOKLET.
Please note that it is the candidate's responsibility to encode and fill in the Roll Number and Test Booklet Series Code A, B, C or D carefully and without any omission or discrepancy at the appropriate places in the OMR Answer Sheet.
Any omission/discrepancy will render the Answer Sheet liable for rejection.
You have to enter your Roll Number on the Test Booklet in the Box provided alongside.
DO NOT write anything else on the Test Booklet.
This Test Booklet contains 100 items (questions).
Each item is printed both in Hindi and English.
Each item comprises four responses (answers).
You will select the response which you want to mark on the Answer Sheet.
In case you feel that there is more than one correct response, mark the response which you consider the best.
In any case, choose ONLY ONE response for each item.
You have to mark all your responses ONLY on the separate Answer Sheet provided.
in the Answer Sheet. All items carry equal marks.
Before you proceed to mark in the Answer Sheet the response to various items in the Test Booklet,
you have to fill in some particulars in the Answer Sheet as per instructions sent to you with your Admission Certificate.
After you have completed filling in all your responses on the Answer Sheet and the examination has concluded, you should hand over to the Invigilator only the Answer Sheet.
You are permitted to take away with you the Test Booklet.
Sheets for rough work are appended in the Test Booklet at the end.

Questions (page 2)

Q1. What is √((0.064 × 6.25)/(0.081 × 4.84)) equal to ?

(a) 10/99
(b) (100/99)
(c) 9
(d) 99

Q2. (x + 4) is a factor of which one of the following expressions?

(a) x² - 7x + 44
(b) x² + 7x - 44
(c) x² - 7x - 44
(d) x² + 7x + 44

Q3. If α and β are the roots of the quadratic equation 2x² + 6x + k = 0, where k < 0, then what is the maximum value of (α)/(β) + (β)/(α) ?

(a) 2
(b) -2
(c) 9
(d) -9

Q4. Consider the following statements :
1. If a = bc with HCF (b, c) = 1, then HCF (c, bd) = HCF (c, d).
2. If a = bc with HCF (b, c) = 1, then LCM (a, d) = LCM (c, bd).
Which of the above statements is/are correct?

(a) 1 only
(b) 2 only
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2

Q5. What is the square root of ((0.35)² + 0.70 + 1)/(2.25) + 0.19?

(a) 1
(b) 2
(c) 3
(d) 4

Q6. What is the number of digits in 2⁴⁰ ?
(Given that log₁₀ 2 = 0.301)

(a) 14
(b) 13
(c) 12
(d) 11

Q7. If one root of (a² - 5a + 3) x² + (3a - 1) x + 2 = 0 is twice the other, then what is the value of 'a'?

(a) 2/3
(b) -2/3
(c) 1/3
(d) -1/3

Q8. What is the remainder when the number (4444)^{4444} is divided by 9?

(a) 4
(b) 6
(c) 7
(d) 8

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Frequently asked questions

What is the full name of the exam for which this paper is from?

The full name of the exam is the Combined Defence Services Examination (I), 2017.

Which conducting body releases the CDS exam papers?

The Union Public Service Commission (UPSC) conducts the Combined Defence Services Examination.

What is the subject of this question paper?

This question paper is for Elementary Mathematics.

What is the maximum marks for the Elementary Mathematics paper?

The maximum marks for the Elementary Mathematics paper is 100.

What is the time duration allowed for the Elementary Mathematics paper?

The time allowed for the Elementary Mathematics paper is Two Hours.

What type of questions are included in this paper?

This paper includes objective-type questions.

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