THE INSTITUTE OF BANKERS PAKISTAN PPCBL

THE INSTITUTE OF BANKERS PAKISTAN

SAMPLE PAPER
FOR

GENERAL BANKING OFFICER – OG – III

THE PUNJAB PROVINCIAL COOPERATIVE BANK LIMITED

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ENGLISH
Read the following passage carefully and answer the questions 1 to 2 based on the given
information.
Competing on the global stage presents companies with a series of challenges. In addition to the routine
concerns that companies face such as managing growth, building a sound infrastructure, and keeping an
eye on the bottom line, expanding overseas has its own special challenges. Laws and regulations vary from
region to region, and there are language and cultural barriers that can create unanticipated problems or
challenges. Which is why organizations have found that the best way to ensure their continued success on
a global scale is by having a diverse and inclusive workforce.

Interestingly, while gender diversity and ethnicity programs are common around the globe, there are
significant regional differences. For instance, Asia-Pacific companies are much more likely to have
diversity programs related to age or nationality. European companies are more likely to look at disability
or sexual orientation. According to the executives from large, multinational corporations that were
interviewed, companies that want to be successful need to have a workforce that reflects the demographics
of the region they are doing business in. For one, it is important to foreign investors and clients to see
themselves reflected in the company’s junior and senior teams. Secondly, local hires can help overcome
language barriers and navigate cultural nuances. And thirdly, it helps firms attract new talent.
Q1. (PARA 1) The best way for a company to be successful globally is to:
A. Follow laws and regulations
B. Have a diverse workforce
C. Maintain sustainable growth
D. Expand business on a larger scale
Q2. (PARA 2) As per the author which of the following can lead to a better diverse and inclusive
workforce?
A. Employing locals and foreigners in the company
B. Attracting new talent
C. Larger investment share of foreigners in the company
D. Varying demographic characteristics of people

Select the correct SYNONYM (similar meaning word) for the given word.
Q3. RIVAL
A. Friend
B. Guest
C. Competitor
D. Stranger
Select the correct ANTONYM (opposite meaning word) for the given word.
Q4. ARROGANT
A. Confident
B. Proud
C. Powerful
D. Humble

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Select the correct meaning of the IDIOM/ PHRASES given in question.

Q5. DANCE WITH DEATH
A. Try to do something which involves lot of experiments
B. Try to do something which involves lot of risk
C. Try to something which has negative results
D. Try to something which has initially positive results but negative in last
Select the correct word(s) from the given options to complete the sentence.

Q6. Mariah has ____ in Karachi all her life.

A. Lived
B. Living
C. Lives
D. Live
ANALYTICAL SKILLS
Select the correct answer from the given options.
Q7. The population of a town increases every year by 4%. If its present population is 50,000, then after
2 years it will be?
A. 54,000
B. 54,060
C. 54,070
D. 54,080
Q8. (-10) x (-100) = _____.
A. -100
B. 1000
C. -10000
D. -1000
Q9. A public library has an average of 480 visitors on Sundays and 240 on other days. The average
number of visitors per day in a month of 30 days beginning with a Sunday is:
A. 272
B. 280
C. 288
D. 360
Q10. The average age of three girls is 25 years. If their ages are in the ratio of 10 : 8 : 7. Find the age of
the youngest girl.
A. 21 years
B. 19 years
C. 17 years
D. 15 years

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Find the missing number in the series.

Q11. 4, 8, 16, 32, 64, _____.

A. 112
B. 231
C. 128
D. 226
Find the pair of words that best express a relationship similar to that of the original pair in
the given question.
Q12. Leather : Cobbler : : Wood : ?
A. Furniture
B. Carpenter
C. Plumber
D. Cheese
CURRENT AFFAIRS & PAKISTAN STUDIES
Select the correct answer from the given options.
Q13. Current president of Pakistan is:
A. Dr. Arif Alvi
B. Asif Ali Zardari
C. Muhammad Mian Soomro
D. Mamnoon Hussain
Q14. Who wrote the national anthem of Pakistan?
A. Quaid – e – Azam Muhammad Ali Jinnah
B. Hafeez Jalandhari
C. Choudhry Rehmat Ali
D. Allama Muhammad Iqbal
Q15. Karakoram Highway is the land route which connects Pakistan with ______ through the Karakoram
Mountains.
A. Afghanistan
B. Iran
C. China
D. India
AGRICULTURE
Select the correct answer from the given options.
Q16. Which one is NOT a sub sector of Agriculture?
A. Poultry
B. Fisheries
C. Manufacturing of Tractors
D. Forestry

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Q17. According to the Prudential Regulations for Agriculture Financing by SBP, forced sale value
means:
A. The value which can currently be obtained by selling the mortgaged/pledged assets under
forced/distressed sale conditions
B. Any obligations undertaken on behalf of the person under any other guarantees and values
including underwriting commitments
C. Acceptance/endorsements of value made on account
D. Value and Liability assumed on behalf of the client to advance funds pursuant to a contractual
commitment
BANKING & FINANCE
Q18. ABC Company has provided the following data for the year ended June 30, 2022:
Description Rupees
Initial retained earnings 400,000
Revenue during the year 1,000,000
Expenses during the year 800,000
Contributed capital at year end 300,000
Liabilities at year end 200,000
Calculate the amount of total assets at year-end for the bank.
A. Rs. 800,000
B. Rs. 900,000
C. Rs. 1,100,000
D. Rs. 2,000,000

Q19. In bank’s balance sheet, all type of deposit products are called _____ and all investment products
are called ______.
A. Assets ; Liabilities
B. Liabilities: Assets
C. Equity: Assets
D. Assets: Equity
Q20. In banking practices, on the death of an account holder the account is immediately marked as:
A. Dormant
B. Blocked
C. Deceased
D. Invalid
COMPUTER SCIENCE
Select the correct answer from the given options.
Q21. All general purpose computers require _________ that allows a computer to permanently retain
large amounts of data.
A. Key Board
B. Mouse
C. Mass Storage Device
D. Camera

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Q22. A _________ is a software program for making telephone calls over the internet using a general
purpose computer, rather than using dedicated hardware.
A. Softphone
B. Net2Phone
C. Caller ID
D. Voicemail

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Disclaimer: The questions provided in the sample are for demonstration purpose only in order to acquaint
the candidate with the paper pattern. The number of questions, complexity and depth of coverage may vary
in the actual examination.

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