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Question 1Entrance Test (paper- or computer-based)

In the KUMAT entrance test, a candidate is asked to identify the primary function of the mitochondria in a eukaryotic cell. Which statement best describes that function?

  1. It packages and modifies proteins for secretion.
  2. It produces ATP through aerobic respiration. Correct answer.
  3. It stores genetic material in chromatin form.
  4. It synthesizes ribosomal subunits.

Explanation

Mitochondria are the site of oxidative phosphorylation and the citric acid cycle, generating most of the cell's ATP under aerobic conditions. Protein packaging occurs in the Golgi apparatus, ribosomal subunits assemble in the nucleolus, and chromatin is housed in the nucleus.

Question 2Entrance Test (paper- or computer-based)

A patient's blood group is found to be AB negative. Which antigens are present on the red blood cells and which antibodies are present in the plasma?

  1. A and B antigens with no anti-A, anti-B or anti-D antibodies Correct answer.
  2. B antigen only with anti-A antibodies
  3. A and B antigens with anti-D antibodies
  4. No A or B antigens with anti-A and anti-B antibodies

Explanation

AB individuals carry both A and B antigens on their red cells, and because D antigen is absent, they are Rh negative. People with AB blood lack anti-A and anti-B antibodies, and Rh-negative individuals normally do not produce anti-D unless sensitized.

Question 3Entrance Test (paper- or computer-based)

Which of the following is the correct IUPAC name for the compound CH3-CH2-CH2-OH?

  1. Propanoic acid
  2. Propan-1-ol Correct answer.
  3. Propanal
  4. Propan-2-ol

Explanation

The three-carbon chain with a hydroxyl group on the terminal carbon is named propan-1-ol under IUPAC rules. The -OH position determines the suffix and locant, so the terminal placement gives the locant 1.

Question 4Entrance Test (paper- or computer-based)

A car accelerates uniformly from rest to 20 m/s in 8 seconds. What is the distance covered during this acceleration?

  1. 200 m
  2. 80 m Correct answer.
  3. 160 m
  4. 40 m

Explanation

Using the kinematic relation s = (u + v)t/2 with u = 0, v = 20 m/s and t = 8 s gives s = (0 + 20)(8)/2 = 80 m. The average velocity during uniform acceleration is half the final velocity.

Question 5Entrance Test (paper- or computer-based)

Which of the following best describes the role of the Election Commission of Nepal in the country's democratic process?

  1. It appoints judges to the Supreme Court.
  2. It drafts and amends the national constitution.
  3. It conducts and supervises elections to federal and provincial bodies. Correct answer.
  4. It approves the annual national budget.

Explanation

The Election Commission of Nepal is a constitutional body responsible for conducting, supervising and directing elections to federal and provincial legislatures. Constitution drafting is handled by a constituent assembly or parliament, judicial appointments involve the Judicial Council, and the budget is approved by Parliament.

Question 6Entrance Test (paper- or computer-based)

Simplify the expression (x^2 - 9) / (x - 3) for x ≠ 3.

  1. x + 3 Correct answer.
  2. x^2 + 3
  3. x - 3
  4. x^2 - 3

Explanation

The numerator x^2 - 9 factors as (x - 3)(x + 3), so cancelling the common factor (x - 3) leaves x + 3, valid whenever x ≠ 3. The restriction prevents division by zero.

Question 7Entrance Test (paper- or computer-based)

Which of the following sentences uses the correct form of the verb to complete the sentence: 'Neither the teacher nor the students ___ aware of the schedule change.'?

  1. was
  2. has been
  3. were Correct answer.
  4. is

Explanation

With 'neither...nor', the verb agrees with the subject closer to it, which here is the plural 'students', so the plural 'were' is required. Singular forms would only apply if the nearer subject were singular.

Question 8Entrance Test (paper- or computer-based)

During which phase of mitosis do sister chromatids separate and move toward opposite poles of the cell?

  1. Telophase
  2. Metaphase
  3. Anaphase Correct answer.
  4. Prophase

Explanation

In anaphase, the cohesin proteins holding sister chromatids together are cleaved and the chromatids are pulled to opposite poles by spindle fibers. Prophase involves condensation, metaphase alignment, and telophase nuclear reformation.

Question 9Entrance Test (paper- or computer-based)

A solution has a hydrogen ion concentration of 1 × 10^-4 mol/L. What is its pH, and is the solution acidic or basic?

  1. pH 10, acidic
  2. pH 10, basic
  3. pH 4, basic
  4. pH 4, acidic Correct answer.

Explanation

pH is defined as the negative logarithm of the hydrogen ion concentration, so pH = -log(1 × 10^-4) = 4. A pH below 7 indicates an acidic solution at standard temperature.

Question 10Entrance Test (paper- or computer-based)

Which mountain range contains the highest peak in Nepal and forms part of the country's northern boundary?

  1. The Himalaya Correct answer.
  2. The Terai plain
  3. The Churia Hills
  4. The Mahabharat Range

Explanation

The Himalaya forms Nepal's northern boundary and contains the highest peaks, including Mount Everest (Sagarmatha). The Mahabharat Range and Churia Hills are lower southern ranges, and the Terai is a lowland plain.

Question 11Entrance Test (paper- or computer-based)

Which statement correctly distinguishes a scalar quantity from a vector quantity in physics?

  1. A scalar has magnitude only, while a vector has both magnitude and direction. Correct answer.
  2. A scalar has magnitude and direction, while a vector has magnitude only.
  3. Both scalars and vectors require a specified direction for complete description.
  4. A scalar always has a larger numerical value than a vector.

Explanation

Scalars such as mass, time and temperature are fully described by magnitude alone, whereas vectors such as displacement and force require both magnitude and direction. This distinction determines how quantities combine under addition.

Question 12Entrance Test (paper- or computer-based)

Read the following sentence: 'The committee, after long deliberation, ___ its final recommendation to the board.' Which verb correctly completes the sentence?

  1. submits Correct answer.
  2. submitting
  3. have submitted
  4. submit

Explanation

The subject 'committee' is singular and acts as one unit, so the singular present-tense verb 'submits' is required. The intervening phrase 'after long deliberation' does not change subject-verb agreement.

Question 13Entrance Test (paper- or computer-based)

A right-angled triangle has legs of length 6 cm and 8 cm. What is the length of the hypotenuse?

  1. 14 cm
  2. 12 cm
  3. 48 cm
  4. 10 cm Correct answer.

Explanation

By Pythagoras' theorem, the hypotenuse equals the square root of (6² + 8²) = 36 + 64 = 100, which is 10 cm. This is a classic 3-4-5 triangle scaled by two.

Question 14Entrance Test (paper- or computer-based)

Which process in the water cycle describes water vapour changing directly into liquid droplets in the atmosphere?

  1. Infiltration
  2. Evaporation
  3. Transpiration
  4. Condensation Correct answer.

Explanation

Condensation is the phase change from vapour to liquid, forming clouds and fog when air cools below its dew point. Evaporation and transpiration add vapour to the atmosphere, while infiltration moves water into the soil.

Question 15Entrance Test (paper- or computer-based)

A sum of Rs 5,000 is invested at 10% simple interest per annum. What total amount will be available after 3 years?

  1. Rs 5,500
  2. Rs 1,500
  3. Rs 6,050
  4. Rs 6,500 Correct answer.

Explanation

Simple interest equals principal × rate × time, giving 5000 × 0.10 × 3 = Rs 1,500. Adding this to the principal gives a total of Rs 6,500.

Question 16Entrance Test (paper- or computer-based)

Which of the following is a key function of the kidneys in the human body?

  1. Filtration of blood and regulation of fluid balance Correct answer.
  2. Production of bile for fat digestion
  3. Storage of red blood cells
  4. Secretion of insulin to control blood glucose

Explanation

The kidneys filter blood in the nephrons, removing wastes such as urea while regulating water, electrolyte and acid-base balance. Bile is produced by the liver, insulin by the pancreas, and red cells are stored mainly in the spleen and liver.

Question 17Entrance Test (paper- or computer-based)

Which sentence correctly uses the word 'affect' rather than 'effect'?

  1. The new policy will affect all students equally. Correct answer.
  2. The policy had little affect on enrolment.
  3. The new policy will have a major affect on students.
  4. The affect of the policy was immediate.

Explanation

'Affect' functions as a verb meaning to influence, so 'will affect all students' is correct. 'Effect' is normally the noun meaning result, which is required in the other sentences.

Question 18Entrance Test (paper- or computer-based)

In the context of Nepal's federal structure, what is the primary responsibility of a local level (palika)?

  1. Delivering basic services such as local roads and drinking water Correct answer.
  2. Conducting national foreign policy
  3. Commanding the national army
  4. Regulating international trade agreements

Explanation

Local levels in Nepal are mandated to deliver basic services including local infrastructure, drinking water, sanitation and basic health and education. Foreign policy, the army and international trade are federal responsibilities.

Question 19Entrance Test (paper- or computer-based)

A body of mass 2 kg is moving at 3 m/s. What is its kinetic energy?

  1. 9 J Correct answer.
  2. 18 J
  3. 6 J
  4. 3 J

Explanation

Kinetic energy equals one-half mass times velocity squared, so KE = ½ × 2 × 3² = 9 J. The velocity must be squared before multiplying.

Question 20Entrance Test (paper- or computer-based)

Which of the following best explains why ionic compounds such as sodium chloride conduct electricity when molten but not when solid?

  1. The ions are free to move when molten but fixed in the solid lattice. Correct answer.
  2. The electrons become delocalized only at high temperature.
  3. The covalent bonds break to release free protons.
  4. The compound decomposes into neutral atoms on melting.

Explanation

In the solid state, ions are held in fixed positions in the crystal lattice and cannot carry charge. Melting releases the ions so they can migrate toward the electrodes, allowing conduction.

Question 21Entrance Test (paper- or computer-based)

A bag contains 4 red and 6 blue balls. Two balls are drawn without replacement. What is the probability that both are red?

  1. 8/45
  2. 1/5
  3. 4/25
  4. 2/15 Correct answer.

Explanation

The probability of a red on the first draw is 4/10 and on the second is 3/9, giving (4/10) × (3/9) = 12/90 = 2/15. The denominator changes because the draw is without replacement.

Question 22Entrance Test (paper- or computer-based)

Which of the following is the main reason Nepal experiences a monsoon season from roughly June to September?

  1. Ocean currents in the Pacific Ocean reverse direction.
  2. The south-west summer monsoon carries moisture from the Bay of Bengal and the Indian Ocean. Correct answer.
  3. Cold polar air masses move south across the Tibetan Plateau.
  4. Dry continental winds blow from Central Asia toward the plains.

Explanation

During summer, the south-west monsoon draws moist air from the Bay of Bengal and the Indian Ocean over the subcontinent, bringing heavy rainfall to Nepal. Winter conditions instead feature dry continental air from Central Asia.

Question 23Entrance Test (paper- or computer-based)

A student observes that a plant kept in darkness for several days turns pale and its starch reserves decrease. Which conclusion best explains this observation?

  1. Respiration stops entirely in the absence of light.
  2. The plant absorbs nutrients directly from the soil to replace starch.
  3. Chlorophyll is permanently destroyed and cannot regenerate.
  4. Photosynthesis requires light to produce carbohydrates, so reserves are depleted without it. Correct answer.

Explanation

Photosynthesis depends on light to fix carbon dioxide into carbohydrates, so prolonged darkness prevents new starch formation while respiration continues to consume existing reserves. Starch depletion and pale colouring follow from this imbalance.

Question 24Entrance Test (paper- or computer-based)

Which sentence correctly uses a semicolon?

  1. The exam was difficult; because many candidates finished early.
  2. The exam was difficult, many candidates finished early.
  3. The exam was difficult; many candidates finished early. Correct answer.
  4. The exam was difficult; and many candidates finished early.

Explanation

A semicolon joins two independent clauses without a coordinating conjunction, as in the first option. Using a semicolon before 'and' or 'because' is incorrect because those conjunctions require a comma or no punctuation.

Question 25Entrance Test (paper- or computer-based)

An object is placed 20 cm in front of a concave mirror with a focal length of 10 cm. Where is the image formed?

  1. 20 cm behind the mirror
  2. 40 cm in front of the mirror
  3. 10 cm behind the mirror
  4. 20 cm in front of the mirror Correct answer.

Explanation

Using the mirror formula 1/f = 1/u + 1/v with f = 10 cm and u = 20 cm gives 1/v = 1/10 - 1/20 = 1/20, so v = 20 cm. The positive sign indicates a real image formed in front of the mirror, at the same distance as the object.

Question 26Entrance Test (paper- or computer-based)

Under Nepal's constitution, which body has the authority to declare a state of emergency in the country?

  1. The President on the recommendation of the Council of Ministers Correct answer.
  2. The Chief Justice of the Supreme Court
  3. The Speaker of the House of Representatives
  4. The National Planning Commission

Explanation

The Constitution of Nepal vests emergency powers in the President, who acts on the written recommendation of the Council of Ministers. Parliament must be informed and the proclamation approved within the prescribed period. Neither the judiciary nor the legislature's presiding officer can issue such a proclamation.

Question 27Entrance Test (paper- or computer-based)

A student measures the mass of a stone three times and obtains 24.1 g, 24.3 g, and 24.2 g, while the accepted value is 25.0 g. Which statement best describes these measurements?

  1. They are neither accurate nor precise
  2. They are precise but not accurate Correct answer.
  3. They are both accurate and precise
  4. They are accurate but not precise

Explanation

Precision refers to how closely repeated measurements agree with each other, while accuracy refers to closeness to the true value. The three readings cluster tightly together, so they are precise, but all fall about 0.8 g below 25.0 g, so they are not accurate.

Question 28Entrance Test (paper- or computer-based)

Which of the following is the correct chemical formula for calcium phosphate?

  1. Ca2(PO4)3
  2. Ca(PO4)2
  3. CaPO4
  4. Ca3(PO4)2 Correct answer.

Explanation

Calcium forms Ca2+ ions and the phosphate polyatomic ion is PO4^3-. To balance charge, three Ca2+ ions (total +6) combine with two PO4^3- ions (total -6), giving Ca3(PO4)2. The other formulas do not balance ionic charge.

Question 29Entrance Test (paper- or computer-based)

In a class of 40 students, 24 play football and 18 play cricket, and 8 play both games. How many students play neither game?

  1. 14
  2. 6 Correct answer.
  3. 8
  4. 10

Explanation

By the inclusion-exclusion principle, the number playing at least one game is 24 + 18 - 8 = 34. Subtracting from the total class size gives 40 - 34 = 6 students who play neither game.

Question 30Entrance Test (paper- or computer-based)

Which part of the human eye is responsible for controlling the amount of light entering the eye by adjusting the size of the pupil?

  1. The cornea
  2. The iris Correct answer.
  3. The retina
  4. The optic nerve

Explanation

The iris contains muscles that contract and relax to change the pupil's diameter, regulating light intake. The cornea refracts light, the retina detects it, and the optic nerve carries signals to the brain. Only the iris adjusts pupil size.

Question 31Entrance Test (paper- or computer-based)

Which of the following sentences uses the correct preposition to complete it: 'She has been living in Pokhara ___ 2019'?

  1. since Correct answer.
  2. for
  3. during
  4. from

Explanation

'Since' is used with a specific starting point in time (2019) in perfect tenses. 'For' would require a duration such as 'for five years', and 'from' and 'during' do not fit this present perfect continuous structure.

Question 32Entrance Test (paper- or computer-based)

Which of the following is the main function of the Election Commission of Nepal?

  1. Appointing judges to the Supreme Court
  2. Commanding the national army
  3. Drafting the annual national budget
  4. Conducting elections and preparing electoral rolls Correct answer.

Explanation

The Election Commission of Nepal is a constitutional body responsible for conducting elections to federal and provincial bodies and for maintaining voter rolls. Budget drafting, judicial appointments, and military command belong to other institutions.

Question 33Entrance Test (paper- or computer-based)

Which of the following best describes the function of chlorophyll in photosynthesis?

  1. It absorbs light energy and transfers it to drive the light reactions Correct answer.
  2. It fixes nitrogen from the atmosphere
  3. It stores glucose produced during the Calvin cycle
  4. It transports water from roots to leaves

Explanation

Chlorophyll is a pigment in chloroplasts that absorbs mainly red and blue light and passes excitation energy to the photosystems. This energy drives electron transport and ATP/NADPH production in the light reactions. It does not store glucose, transport water, or fix nitrogen.

Question 34Entrance Test (paper- or computer-based)

A shopkeeper marks an item at Rs 1,200 and then allows a 15% discount. What is the selling price of the item?

  1. Rs 1,150
  2. Rs 1,020 Correct answer.
  3. Rs 1,050
  4. Rs 1,080

Explanation

A 15% discount reduces the marked price by 0.15 × 1,200 = Rs 180. Subtracting gives a selling price of 1,200 - 180 = Rs 1,020. Equivalently, the buyer pays 85% of 1,200, which is Rs 1,020.

Question 35Entrance Test (paper- or computer-based)

Which of the following correctly describes the difference between a physical change and a chemical change?

  1. A physical change alters form or state without forming a new substance, while a chemical change produces new substances Correct answer.
  2. A physical change changes the atomic number of elements, while a chemical change does not
  3. A physical change always releases heat, while a chemical change always absorbs heat
  4. A physical change is always reversible, while a chemical change is never reversible

Explanation

The defining feature of a chemical change is the formation of one or more new substances with different compositions, whereas a physical change affects state, shape, or size only. Energy changes and reversibility are not reliable criteria because both types of change can absorb or release heat and can sometimes be reversed.

Question 36Entrance Test (paper- or computer-based)

A car accelerates uniformly from rest to 20 m/s in 8 seconds. What distance does it travel during this time?

  1. 160 m
  2. 40 m
  3. 100 m
  4. 80 m Correct answer.

Explanation

For uniform acceleration from rest, the average velocity is (0 + 20)/2 = 10 m/s. Multiplying by the time gives distance = 10 × 8 = 80 m. Using s = ut + ½at² with a = 2.5 m/s² gives the same result.

Question 37Entrance Test (paper- or computer-based)

Which of the following best explains why the boiling point of water is much higher than that of hydrogen sulfide, even though both have similar molecular shapes?

  1. Water molecules form extensive hydrogen bonds, which require more energy to overcome Correct answer.
  2. Water has a much larger molecular mass than hydrogen sulfide
  3. Water molecules are held together by ionic bonds
  4. Hydrogen sulfide is non-polar while water is polar

Explanation

Both molecules are bent and polar, but oxygen's high electronegativity allows water to form strong hydrogen bonds between molecules. These intermolecular forces are much stronger than the dipole-dipole forces in hydrogen sulfide, raising the boiling point. Molecular mass alone would predict the opposite trend, and neither substance is ionic.

Question 38Entrance Test (paper- or computer-based)

Which of the following sentences is grammatically correct in a formal academic report?

  1. The results of the experiment suggest that temperature influences the reaction rate. Correct answer.
  2. The results of the experiment suggesting that temperature influences the reaction rate.
  3. The results of the experiment suggests that temperature influence the reaction rate.
  4. The results of the experiment suggest that temperature influence the reaction rate.

Explanation

The subject is 'results', a plural noun, so the verb must be 'suggest'. The subordinate clause has its own subject 'temperature', which takes the singular verb 'influences'. Only the first sentence maintains correct subject-verb agreement throughout.

Question 39Entrance Test (paper- or computer-based)

Which of the following is the primary reason Nepal's rivers have high hydropower potential?

  1. Absence of glacial meltwater in the high mountains
  2. Low annual precipitation and slow-flowing rivers
  3. Uniformly flat terrain across the Terai
  4. Steep gradients combined with heavy monsoon rainfall Correct answer.

Explanation

Nepal's rivers descend rapidly from the Himalayas to the plains, creating large heads, and the monsoon supplies abundant water. Together these factors yield high flow and steep drops, which are ideal for hydropower. Flat terrain, low rainfall, and lack of glacial melt would all reduce potential.

Question 40Entrance Test (paper- or computer-based)

Which of the following is the main role of the alveoli in the human respiratory system?

  1. Filtering dust particles from inhaled air
  2. Producing sound through vibration
  3. Secreting digestive enzymes into the airways
  4. Providing a large, thin surface for gas exchange between air and blood Correct answer.

Explanation

Alveoli are tiny air sacs with thin walls and a rich capillary network, giving a huge surface area for oxygen and carbon dioxide diffusion. Dust filtration occurs in the nose and trachea, sound is produced in the larynx, and alveoli do not secrete digestive enzymes.

Question 41Entrance Test (paper- or computer-based)

A number is increased by 20% and the result is then decreased by 20%. What is the net change from the original number?

  1. A decrease of 20%
  2. No change
  3. A decrease of 4% Correct answer.
  4. An increase of 4%

Explanation

If the original number is 100, a 20% increase gives 120. Decreasing 120 by 20% gives 120 × 0.8 = 96, which is 4% less than the original 100. Percentage changes do not cancel because the second percentage applies to a different base.

Question 42Entrance Test (paper- or computer-based)

Which of the following statements about the Constituent Assembly that drafted Nepal's 2015 Constitution is correct?

  1. It also functioned as the legislature while drafting the constitution Correct answer.
  2. It was appointed entirely by the King
  3. It had no elected members
  4. It was dissolved before the constitution was promulgated

Explanation

The second Constituent Assembly, elected in 2013, served simultaneously as Nepal's legislature while continuing constitution-drafting work. Its members were largely elected, it was not royal appointees, and it was still functioning when the constitution was promulgated in 2015.

Question 43Entrance Test (paper- or computer-based)

An electric heater of resistance 20 Ω draws a current of 2 A. How much heat does it produce in 1 minute?

  1. 2,400 J
  2. 4,800 J Correct answer.
  3. 120 J
  4. 800 J

Explanation

Using Joule's law, heat = I²Rt. Substituting gives 2² × 20 × 60 = 4 × 20 × 60 = 4,800 J. The time must be converted to seconds because the watt and joule are based on the second.

Question 44Entrance Test (paper- or computer-based)

Which of the following best explains why a catalyst increases the rate of a reaction without being consumed?

  1. It provides an alternative pathway with a lower activation energy Correct answer.
  2. It increases the concentration of the reactants
  3. It increases the average kinetic energy of the reactant molecules
  4. It raises the equilibrium constant of the reaction

Explanation

A catalyst offers a reaction route with a lower activation energy, so a larger fraction of collisions is effective and the rate rises. It does not change the average kinetic energy, the equilibrium constant, or the reactant concentrations.

Question 45Entrance Test (paper- or computer-based)

Which of the following sentences uses the correct word to complete it: 'The new policy will have a significant ___ on rural farmers'?

  1. affects
  2. effect Correct answer.
  3. effected
  4. affect

Explanation

The sentence needs a noun after 'a significant', and 'effect' is the noun meaning result or impact. 'Affect' is normally a verb, and 'effected' is a verb meaning brought about, which does not fit this position.

Question 46Entrance Test (paper- or computer-based)

A train 150 m long is running at 54 km/h. How long does it take to completely pass a platform 300 m long?

  1. 25 s
  2. 20 s
  3. 36 s
  4. 30 s Correct answer.

Explanation

The train must cover its own length plus the platform length, a total of 450 m. Converting the speed gives 54 km/h = 15 m/s, so time = 450 ÷ 15 = 30 s.

Question 47Entrance Test (paper- or computer-based)

A ray of light passes from air into glass at an angle of incidence of 40°. Which statement about the refracted ray is correct?

  1. It continues undeviated because the surfaces are parallel
  2. It bends toward the normal because light travels more slowly in glass Correct answer.
  3. It bends away from the normal because glass has a lower refractive index
  4. It is totally internally reflected at the air-glass boundary

Explanation

Glass has a higher refractive index than air, so light slows on entering and bends toward the normal according to Snell's law. Total internal reflection can occur only when light travels from a denser to a rarer medium, which is not the case here.

Question 48Entrance Test (paper- or computer-based)

An ideal gas is kept at constant temperature while its volume is halved. According to Boyle's law, what happens to its pressure?

  1. It becomes four times the original value
  2. It halves
  3. It doubles Correct answer.
  4. It remains unchanged

Explanation

Boyle's law states that at constant temperature, pressure is inversely proportional to volume (PV = constant). Halving the volume therefore doubles the pressure. The other choices misapply the inverse relationship.

Question 49Entrance Test (paper- or computer-based)

Which of the following best explains why the Terai region of Nepal experiences much hotter summers than the high Himalayan region?

  1. The Terai is closer to the equator than the mountains
  2. The Terai receives more direct sunlight because of its longitude
  3. The Terai lies at low altitude where denser air and greater atmospheric pressure raise temperatures Correct answer.
  4. The Terai has more glaciers that release heat

Explanation

Temperature falls with altitude because air pressure and density decrease, so rising air expands and cools. The Terai, close to sea level, has denser air and a thicker insulating atmosphere, producing higher temperatures. Latitude and longitude differences within Nepal are small, and glaciers do not release heat.

Question 50Entrance Test (paper- or computer-based)

A sum of money becomes Rs 8,820 in 2 years at 5% per annum compound interest. What was the principal amount?

  1. Rs 7,500
  2. Rs 8,000 Correct answer.
  3. Rs 8,400
  4. Rs 8,100

Explanation

The amount is P(1 + 0.05)² = 1.1025P. Setting 1.1025P = 8,820 gives P = 8,820 ÷ 1.1025 = Rs 8,000. Checking: 8,000 × 1.05 × 1.05 = 8,820.