Asked in: SSC CPO 2022 T-1 · SSC CGL 2022 T-1
serrated in SSC previous-year questions
- SSC CPO 2022 T-1 Spelling
Identify the INCORRECTLY spelt word in the given sentence.
Sharks often use their serated or smooth teeth for seizing prey, cutting or crushing.Answer & explanation
Answer: C) serated
Answer: 3 – serated
Solution (Correct Option – 3: serated):
The word "serated" is incorrectly spelt.
The correct spelling is "serrated", which means having a notched or saw-like edge, typically used to describe blades or teeth.
Correct spelling: Serrated – दांतेदार / आरी जैसी धार वाला
Why other options are correct:
• Seizing – Correct spelling; means grabbing or taking hold of (पकड़ना)
• Crushing – Correct spelling; means pressing or squeezing forcefully (कुचलना)
• Prey – Correct spelling; means an animal hunted by another for food (शिकार)
Therefore, the incorrectly spelt word is serated, and the correct form is serrated. - SSC CGL 2022 T-1 Spelling
Select the sentences that contains no spelling errors.
Answer & explanation
Answer: B) My mother asked me to purchase two bread knives having serrated edges.
Answer: My mother asked me to purchase two bread knives having serrated edges.
Explanation:
• Serrated means having a saw-toothed edge (दाँतेदार).
• The other spellings are incorrect:
• “seerated” adds an extra e
• “serratted” doubles the t
• “serated” drops one r
Thus, only the second sentence is error-free.
serrated – questions
Has serrated been asked in SSC exams?
Yes – serrated has been asked 2 times in SSC exams: SSC CPO 2022 T-1, SSC CGL 2022 T-1.