EDUCATION- MATHEMATICS
1. "Action Research in Mathematics‟ is not helpful in :
(a) Establishing the theory of teaching (b) Improvement of teaching (c) Transformation of teaching (d) Reflection of teaching
Ans: A
2. Which of the following structures are studied in Mathematics ?
(a) Abstract only (b) Consistent only (c) Neither (a) nor (b) (d) Both (a) & (b)
Ans: D
3. Napoleon‟s statement, “The progress and the improvement of mathematics are linked to prosperity of the state” belongs to which of the following value of mathematics ?
(a) Aesthetic value (b) Social value (c) Intellectual value (d) Scientific value
Ans: B
4. „Algorithm‟, widely used in designing software programs for computers has its roots in
(a) Arabic Mathematics (b) Indian Mathematics (c) Greek Mathematics (d) Chinese Mathematics
Ans: B
5. “Mathematics should be visualized as vehicle to train a child to think, reason, analyse and to articulate logically,” has been highlighted in : (a) National Policy on Education, 1986 (b) National Curriculum Framework, 2005
(c) National Council for Teaching Mathematics (d) „Learning without Burden‟ the report of Prof. Yashpal, 1993
Ans: A
6. Which of the following may not be the characteristics of an objective of Teaching Mathematics ?
(a) Attainability (b) Concrete utility (c) Specificity (d) Observability
Ans: B
7. „The aim of school mathematics is to develop „useful‟ capabilities like numeracy, number operations, measurements, decimals, percentages etc.‟ may be categorized as a
(a) higher aim (b) rationale aim (c) narrow aim (d) ultimate aim
Ans: C
8. Which of the following option is related to cognitive domain ?
(a) Receiving (b) Valuing (c) Interest (d) Analysis
Ans: D
9. All round development of a child may be referred to as
(a) Balanced development of cognitive, moral and intellectual capabilities.
(b) Balanced development of cognitive, affective and moral capabilities.
(c) Balanced development of cognitive, affective and psychometer capabilities.
(d) Balanced development of cognitive, affective and intellectual capabilities.
Ans: C
10. „Particular to General‟ is the prime characteristic of which teaching method ?
(a) Analytic method (b) Synthetic method (c) Deductive method (d) Inductive method
Ans: D
11. „To Discover‟ is the major focus of which teaching method ?
(a) Deductive method (b) Synthetic method (c) Heuristic method (d) Scientific method
Ans: C
12. Which of the following is not a step of „Problem Solving‟ method ?
(a) Identification of a problem (b) Developing problem solving skills (c) Data collection (d) Data analysis
Ans: B
13. Which of the following is the best among the following, so far as feasibility and effectiveness of method of teaching is concerned ?
(a) Induction method (b) Deduction method
(c) Induction followed by deduction method (d) Deduction followed by induction method
Ans: C
14. For a student having high intelligence and love for mathematics, which of the following is not an appropriate technique ?
(a) Drill (b) Assignment (c) Self-Study (d) Question-Answer
Ans: A
15. When a teacher is giving an „Assignment‟, he should try to avoid giving assignment of
(a) Reflective level (b) Understanding level (c) Memory level (d) Application level
Ans: C
16. „Drill‟ may be a useful technique in mathematics for learning at
(a) Application level (b) Memory level (c) Reflective level (d) Understanding level
Ans: A
17. Which type of the questions should be avoided by a teacher in the class ?
(a) Probing-Questions (b) Echo-Questions (c) Higher Order Questions (d) Reflective Questions
Ans: B
18. „Cone of Experience‟ for selecting the appropriate teaching aids was given by
(a) B.S. Bloom (b) B.K. Passi (c) E. Dale (d) R.H. Dave
Ans: C
19. Arrange the following in decreasing order of effectiveness : (i) Working Model (ii) Activity (iii) Static Model (iv) Chart
(a) (ii), (iii), (i), (iv) (b) (iv), (iii), (i), (ii)
(c) (i), (iii), (iv), (ii) (d) (ii), (i), (iii), (iv)
Ans: D
20. Arrange the following in increasing order of effectiveness : (i) Audio-Visual Aid (ii) Projected Aid (iii) Direct Experience (iv) Non-projected Aid
(a) (iv), (ii), (i), (iii) (b) (iv), (ii), (iii), (i) (c) (ii), (iv), (i), (iii) (d) (iii), (i), (ii), (iv)
Ans: A
21. (A) Chart (i) Direct Experience (B) You tube Video (ii) Projected Aid (C) OHP presentation (iii) Non-projected Aid (D) School Visit (iv) Audio Aid (v) Audio-Visual Aid The correct matching is :
(a) (A) – (iii), (B) – (v), (C) – (i), (D) – (ii)
(b) (A) – (iii), (B) – (v), (C) – (ii), (D) – (i)
(c) (A) – (iii), (B) – (v), (C) – (iv), (D) – (ii)
(d) (A) – (ii), (B) – (v), (C) – (i), (D) – (iii)
Ans: B
22. The laboratory approach to learning embodies the concept of
(a) Practical Learning (b) Theory Learning (c) Useful Learning (d) Active Learning
Ans: D
23. Laboratory method in teaching geometry is least useful in
(a) proving a theorem (b) introducing statement a theorem (c) relating a theorem with daily life (d) None of the above
Ans: A
24. The objective of Recreational mathematics is
(a) to make the child learn mathematics. (b) to help in solving problem. (c) to help in understanding the problem. (d) to make learning joyful.
Ans: D
25. What may be the appropriate role of teacher in mathematics laboratory ?
(a) A problem poser (b) A helping hand in recording observation (c) A patient friend (d) A learning facilitator
Ans: D
26. Which of the following is not a part of Curriculum Development ?
(a) Formulation of objectives (b) Selection & organisation of learning experience (c) Construction of evaluation tools (d) Organisation of curriculum
Ans: D
27. Which does not constitute a vision for school mathematics curriculum ?
(a) Children are able to solve problems. (b) Children are able to enjoy mathematics. (c) Children are able to follow procedures. (d) Children are able to use abstractions.
Ans: C
28. Which of the following was not recommended by the Kothari Commission (1964-66) regarding curriculum ?
(a) Periodic revision of the curriculum (b) Freedom to school for curriculum construction
(c) Orientation programme for curriculum construction (d) Separate curriculum for rural and urban children
Ans: D
29. Which of the following is not a principle of curriculum construction ?
(a) Principle of correlation (b) Principle of child centredness (c) Principle of unity (d) Principle of Attitude
Ans: D
30. One of the major defects of textbooks is
(a) Insufficiency of contents (b) Lack of proper illustrations (c) Lack of exercises (d) Mediocre content presentation
Ans: D
31. What should be the minimum score of a good textbook under Vogel‟s criteria ?
(a) 75 (b) 60 (c) 65 (d) 70
Ans: B
32. A standardised text does not possess :
(a) Reliability (b) Discrimination power (c) Subjectivity (d) Validity
Ans: C
33. The highest rating criterion of „Hunter‟s score card‟ for textbook evaluation is :
(a) Qualification and Rank of Author (b) Content (c) Psychological soundness (d) Learning exercises
Ans: C
34. Which of the following may be considered as „Text Books‟ ?
(a) Britanica Encyclopaedia (b) Supplementary books used by teachers (c) Books on prescribed syllabus (d) Intensive books on selected topics
Ans: C
35. „Drill & practice‟ in Mathematics is related to
(a) Fluency (b) Elaboration (c) Originality (d) Flexibility
Ans: A
36. Which of the following should not be avoided by students for increasing speed & accuracy in mathematics ?
(a) Oral Work (b) Readiness (c) Habit of quick decision making (d) Ignoring the errors
Ans: D
37. “Through a print outside a line one and only one line parallel to the given line can be drawn”, is a
(a) Theorem (b) Postulate (c) Axiom (d) Hypothesis
Ans: B
38. Which of the following statement is not false ?
(a) Speed is more important than understanding. (b) Accuracy is more important than understanding.
(c) Enjoyment is more important than understanding. (d) Learning to initiate is more important than understanding.
Ans: D
39. Which of the following statement is not false ?
(a) Axioms are considered as truth. (b) Axioms need verification. (c) Axioms can be challenged. (d) Nothing is truth without verification.
Ans: A
40. „A whole is greater than its part‟, is an example of
(a) Axiom (b) Postulate (c) Assumption (d) Hypothesis
Ans: A
41. The statement „Feedback is helpful in Achievement‟ is
(a) A factual statement (b) A hypothesis (c) An assumption (d) A belief
Ans: A
42. Who is known as the „Father of Geometry‟ ?
(a) Thales (b) Euclid (c) Pythagorous (d) Aryabhatta
Ans: B
43. Which of the following options is not false for a standardized test ?
(a) Difficulty value is calculated only. (b) Difficulty value & discrimination index both are calculated.
(c) Discrimination index is calculated only. (d) Neither difficulty value nor discrimination index is calculated.
Ans: B
44. In Mathematics, which of the following tests may be used to know the strength and weakness of the students ?
(a) Diagnostic test (b) Achievement test (c) Aptitude test (d) Intelligence test
Ans: A
45. „Blue print‟ of an Achievement Test is closely linked with its
(a) Objectivity (b) Reliability (c) Validity (d) Comparability
Ans: C
46. A highly discriminating test item is
(a) Very difficult (b) Average difficult (c) Little difficult (d) Very easy
Ans: B
47. Remediation is associated with diagnostic test in the same manner as prognosis is associated with
(a) Intelligence Test (b) Creativity Test (c) Aptitude Test (d) Achievement Test
Ans: C
48. Continuous and comprehensive evaluation is now called as
(a) Continuations & Comprehensive Testing (b) Continuous & Comprehensive Diagnosis
(c) Continuous & Comprehensive Assessment (d) Continuous & Comprehensive Measurement
Ans: C
49. Which of the following statement is not false ?
(a) Results of Action Research cannot be generalised (b) Results of Action Research can be generalised (c) Result of Action Research cannot be trusted (d) Result of Action Research are always valid
Ans: A
50. In case of availability of evidences which hypothesis is most appropriate ?
(a) Null hypothesis (b) Directional hypothesis (c) Non-Directional hypothesis (d) Operational hypothesis
Ans: B
(a) Establishing the theory of teaching (b) Improvement of teaching (c) Transformation of teaching (d) Reflection of teaching
Ans: A
2. Which of the following structures are studied in Mathematics ?
(a) Abstract only (b) Consistent only (c) Neither (a) nor (b) (d) Both (a) & (b)
Ans: D
3. Napoleon‟s statement, “The progress and the improvement of mathematics are linked to prosperity of the state” belongs to which of the following value of mathematics ?
(a) Aesthetic value (b) Social value (c) Intellectual value (d) Scientific value
Ans: B
4. „Algorithm‟, widely used in designing software programs for computers has its roots in
(a) Arabic Mathematics (b) Indian Mathematics (c) Greek Mathematics (d) Chinese Mathematics
Ans: B
5. “Mathematics should be visualized as vehicle to train a child to think, reason, analyse and to articulate logically,” has been highlighted in : (a) National Policy on Education, 1986 (b) National Curriculum Framework, 2005
(c) National Council for Teaching Mathematics (d) „Learning without Burden‟ the report of Prof. Yashpal, 1993
Ans: A
6. Which of the following may not be the characteristics of an objective of Teaching Mathematics ?
(a) Attainability (b) Concrete utility (c) Specificity (d) Observability
Ans: B
7. „The aim of school mathematics is to develop „useful‟ capabilities like numeracy, number operations, measurements, decimals, percentages etc.‟ may be categorized as a
(a) higher aim (b) rationale aim (c) narrow aim (d) ultimate aim
Ans: C
8. Which of the following option is related to cognitive domain ?
(a) Receiving (b) Valuing (c) Interest (d) Analysis
Ans: D
9. All round development of a child may be referred to as
(a) Balanced development of cognitive, moral and intellectual capabilities.
(b) Balanced development of cognitive, affective and moral capabilities.
(c) Balanced development of cognitive, affective and psychometer capabilities.
(d) Balanced development of cognitive, affective and intellectual capabilities.
Ans: C
10. „Particular to General‟ is the prime characteristic of which teaching method ?
(a) Analytic method (b) Synthetic method (c) Deductive method (d) Inductive method
Ans: D
11. „To Discover‟ is the major focus of which teaching method ?
(a) Deductive method (b) Synthetic method (c) Heuristic method (d) Scientific method
Ans: C
12. Which of the following is not a step of „Problem Solving‟ method ?
(a) Identification of a problem (b) Developing problem solving skills (c) Data collection (d) Data analysis
Ans: B
13. Which of the following is the best among the following, so far as feasibility and effectiveness of method of teaching is concerned ?
(a) Induction method (b) Deduction method
(c) Induction followed by deduction method (d) Deduction followed by induction method
Ans: C
14. For a student having high intelligence and love for mathematics, which of the following is not an appropriate technique ?
(a) Drill (b) Assignment (c) Self-Study (d) Question-Answer
Ans: A
15. When a teacher is giving an „Assignment‟, he should try to avoid giving assignment of
(a) Reflective level (b) Understanding level (c) Memory level (d) Application level
Ans: C
16. „Drill‟ may be a useful technique in mathematics for learning at
(a) Application level (b) Memory level (c) Reflective level (d) Understanding level
Ans: A
17. Which type of the questions should be avoided by a teacher in the class ?
(a) Probing-Questions (b) Echo-Questions (c) Higher Order Questions (d) Reflective Questions
Ans: B
18. „Cone of Experience‟ for selecting the appropriate teaching aids was given by
(a) B.S. Bloom (b) B.K. Passi (c) E. Dale (d) R.H. Dave
Ans: C
19. Arrange the following in decreasing order of effectiveness : (i) Working Model (ii) Activity (iii) Static Model (iv) Chart
(a) (ii), (iii), (i), (iv) (b) (iv), (iii), (i), (ii)
(c) (i), (iii), (iv), (ii) (d) (ii), (i), (iii), (iv)
Ans: D
20. Arrange the following in increasing order of effectiveness : (i) Audio-Visual Aid (ii) Projected Aid (iii) Direct Experience (iv) Non-projected Aid
(a) (iv), (ii), (i), (iii) (b) (iv), (ii), (iii), (i) (c) (ii), (iv), (i), (iii) (d) (iii), (i), (ii), (iv)
Ans: A
21. (A) Chart (i) Direct Experience (B) You tube Video (ii) Projected Aid (C) OHP presentation (iii) Non-projected Aid (D) School Visit (iv) Audio Aid (v) Audio-Visual Aid The correct matching is :
(a) (A) – (iii), (B) – (v), (C) – (i), (D) – (ii)
(b) (A) – (iii), (B) – (v), (C) – (ii), (D) – (i)
(c) (A) – (iii), (B) – (v), (C) – (iv), (D) – (ii)
(d) (A) – (ii), (B) – (v), (C) – (i), (D) – (iii)
Ans: B
22. The laboratory approach to learning embodies the concept of
(a) Practical Learning (b) Theory Learning (c) Useful Learning (d) Active Learning
Ans: D
23. Laboratory method in teaching geometry is least useful in
(a) proving a theorem (b) introducing statement a theorem (c) relating a theorem with daily life (d) None of the above
Ans: A
24. The objective of Recreational mathematics is
(a) to make the child learn mathematics. (b) to help in solving problem. (c) to help in understanding the problem. (d) to make learning joyful.
Ans: D
25. What may be the appropriate role of teacher in mathematics laboratory ?
(a) A problem poser (b) A helping hand in recording observation (c) A patient friend (d) A learning facilitator
Ans: D
26. Which of the following is not a part of Curriculum Development ?
(a) Formulation of objectives (b) Selection & organisation of learning experience (c) Construction of evaluation tools (d) Organisation of curriculum
Ans: D
27. Which does not constitute a vision for school mathematics curriculum ?
(a) Children are able to solve problems. (b) Children are able to enjoy mathematics. (c) Children are able to follow procedures. (d) Children are able to use abstractions.
Ans: C
28. Which of the following was not recommended by the Kothari Commission (1964-66) regarding curriculum ?
(a) Periodic revision of the curriculum (b) Freedom to school for curriculum construction
(c) Orientation programme for curriculum construction (d) Separate curriculum for rural and urban children
Ans: D
29. Which of the following is not a principle of curriculum construction ?
(a) Principle of correlation (b) Principle of child centredness (c) Principle of unity (d) Principle of Attitude
Ans: D
30. One of the major defects of textbooks is
(a) Insufficiency of contents (b) Lack of proper illustrations (c) Lack of exercises (d) Mediocre content presentation
Ans: D
31. What should be the minimum score of a good textbook under Vogel‟s criteria ?
(a) 75 (b) 60 (c) 65 (d) 70
Ans: B
32. A standardised text does not possess :
(a) Reliability (b) Discrimination power (c) Subjectivity (d) Validity
Ans: C
33. The highest rating criterion of „Hunter‟s score card‟ for textbook evaluation is :
(a) Qualification and Rank of Author (b) Content (c) Psychological soundness (d) Learning exercises
Ans: C
34. Which of the following may be considered as „Text Books‟ ?
(a) Britanica Encyclopaedia (b) Supplementary books used by teachers (c) Books on prescribed syllabus (d) Intensive books on selected topics
Ans: C
35. „Drill & practice‟ in Mathematics is related to
(a) Fluency (b) Elaboration (c) Originality (d) Flexibility
Ans: A
36. Which of the following should not be avoided by students for increasing speed & accuracy in mathematics ?
(a) Oral Work (b) Readiness (c) Habit of quick decision making (d) Ignoring the errors
Ans: D
37. “Through a print outside a line one and only one line parallel to the given line can be drawn”, is a
(a) Theorem (b) Postulate (c) Axiom (d) Hypothesis
Ans: B
38. Which of the following statement is not false ?
(a) Speed is more important than understanding. (b) Accuracy is more important than understanding.
(c) Enjoyment is more important than understanding. (d) Learning to initiate is more important than understanding.
Ans: D
39. Which of the following statement is not false ?
(a) Axioms are considered as truth. (b) Axioms need verification. (c) Axioms can be challenged. (d) Nothing is truth without verification.
Ans: A
40. „A whole is greater than its part‟, is an example of
(a) Axiom (b) Postulate (c) Assumption (d) Hypothesis
Ans: A
41. The statement „Feedback is helpful in Achievement‟ is
(a) A factual statement (b) A hypothesis (c) An assumption (d) A belief
Ans: A
42. Who is known as the „Father of Geometry‟ ?
(a) Thales (b) Euclid (c) Pythagorous (d) Aryabhatta
Ans: B
43. Which of the following options is not false for a standardized test ?
(a) Difficulty value is calculated only. (b) Difficulty value & discrimination index both are calculated.
(c) Discrimination index is calculated only. (d) Neither difficulty value nor discrimination index is calculated.
Ans: B
44. In Mathematics, which of the following tests may be used to know the strength and weakness of the students ?
(a) Diagnostic test (b) Achievement test (c) Aptitude test (d) Intelligence test
Ans: A
45. „Blue print‟ of an Achievement Test is closely linked with its
(a) Objectivity (b) Reliability (c) Validity (d) Comparability
Ans: C
46. A highly discriminating test item is
(a) Very difficult (b) Average difficult (c) Little difficult (d) Very easy
Ans: B
47. Remediation is associated with diagnostic test in the same manner as prognosis is associated with
(a) Intelligence Test (b) Creativity Test (c) Aptitude Test (d) Achievement Test
Ans: C
48. Continuous and comprehensive evaluation is now called as
(a) Continuations & Comprehensive Testing (b) Continuous & Comprehensive Diagnosis
(c) Continuous & Comprehensive Assessment (d) Continuous & Comprehensive Measurement
Ans: C
49. Which of the following statement is not false ?
(a) Results of Action Research cannot be generalised (b) Results of Action Research can be generalised (c) Result of Action Research cannot be trusted (d) Result of Action Research are always valid
Ans: A
50. In case of availability of evidences which hypothesis is most appropriate ?
(a) Null hypothesis (b) Directional hypothesis (c) Non-Directional hypothesis (d) Operational hypothesis
Ans: B