General Knowledge Quiz

The proponent of Confucian philosophy is: ________________________.

• Kung Fu Tzu

• Lao - Tzu

• Buddha

• Siddhartha Gautama

Answer explanation

The proponent of Confucian philosophy is Kung Fu Tzu. He is considered the founder of Confucianism and his teachings form the basis of this philosophy.

What is the coefficient in the expression 13xy2?

• y

• 2

• x

• 13

Answer explanation

The coefficient in the expression 13xy2 is 13, which is the number multiplied by the variables. In this case, 13 is the correct choice.

The works of the propagandists opened the eye of the Filipinos on their country’s need for: _______________________.

• rebellion

• submission

• colonization

• freedom

Answer explanation

The works of the propagandists made Filipinos realize the importance of freedom for their country. It emphasized the need to fight for independence and self-governance.

Huwag makisama sa kanya dahil buwaya siya. Ang salitang buwaya ay tumutukoy sa kahulugang ____________________.

• denotasyon

• pampanitikan

• etimolohiya

• konotasyon

Answer explanation

The term 'buwaya' in the given context refers to the connotation meaning. It implies that the person is cunning or deceitful.

Playing an important role in the progress of science by providing the cumulative wisdom of the nation passed on from generation to generation is known as _______________________.

• customary

• indigenous

• traditional

• inherited

Answer explanation

The term for playing an important role in the progress of science by providing the cumulative wisdom of the nation passed on from generation to generation is 'traditional'.

The sum total of society’s customs, traditions, ethics, values, beliefs, and prevalent practices is _____________.

• Science

• Culture

• Technology

• Religion

Answer explanation

Culture encompasses society's customs, traditions, ethics, values, beliefs, and prevalent practices. It defines a society's way of life and reflects its identity.

When DNA is damaged and not repaired but replicated, the result is genetic disorder called __________________________.

• transformation

• succession

• mutation

• evolution

Answer explanation

When DNA is damaged and not repaired but replicated, the result is a genetic disorder called mutation.

Skyway company manufactures tables and chairs. In its catalogue a round table is priced at P6,000.00 less 15%. What will Katherine have to pay for the round table?

• P5,100.00

• P5,300.00

• P5,000.00

• P5,250.00

Answer explanation

The correct choice is P5,100.00 because it is the price after deducting 15% from the original price of P6,000.00.

The total amount due on P20,000 which has been invested for five years at 10% annual interest is: _______________.

• 15,000

• 26,000

• 30,000

• 10,000

Answer explanation

The correct answer is 30,000. This is because the total amount due on an investment of P20,000 for five years at 10% annual interest is calculated using the formula: P(1 + r/n)^(nt), where P is the principal amount, r is the annual interest rate, n is the number of times interest is compounded per year, and t is the number of years. In this case, the total amount due is P(1 + 0.10/1)^(1*5) = P(1.10)^5 = P(1.61051) = 20,000 * 1.61051 = 32,210.2. Therefore, the correct choice is 30,000.