Abbreviations questions and answers

10 questions in 1 online test, each with its answer and a worked solution.

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Abbreviations: key points

Abbreviation questions ask for the full form of a short form used for an organisation, a term or a system.

  • Learn them in groups: space and science bodies, United Nations agencies, the economy, government services.
  • The wrong options usually differ by one word, so read each option to the end.
  • Note whether the body is Indian, national or international: it is often the word that changes.

How to practise Abbreviations

Start with the key points, then take one Abbreviations test without rushing. Review every explanation, note the steps you missed and repeat the topic against the clock. APTITUDE TESTER has 10 questions in 1 test for this topic.

  • Read the method before attempting a timed test.
  • Record mistakes by type: concept, calculation or time management.
  • Return to the hardest questions after a day and try them again.

Continue with another General Knowledge topic when your accuracy is steady.

Abbreviations online tests

Sample Abbreviations questions

  1. 1. ISRO stands for
    1. Indian Satellite Research Organisation
    2. Indian Space Research Organisation
    3. International Space Research Organisation
    4. Indian Space and Rocket Organisation

    Reference: q-7b9eb876-16 · Report this question

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    Answer: B. Indian Space Research Organisation

    ISRO, the Indian Space Research Organisation, is India's national space agency.
  2. 2. UNESCO stands for
    1. United Nations Economic, Social and Cultural Organization
    2. United Nations Educational, Social and Children's Organization
    3. Union of Nations for Education, Science and Culture
    4. United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization

    Reference: q-c3b1328c-18 · Report this question

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    Answer: D. United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization

    UNESCO is the United Nations Educational, Scientific and Cultural Organization.
  3. 3. GDP stands for
    1. General Domestic Product
    2. Gross Domestic Product
    3. Gross Domestic Price
    4. Gross Development Product

    Reference: q-1f7e81e-15 · Report this question

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    Answer: B. Gross Domestic Product

    GDP is the total value of goods and services produced within a country in a year.

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Abbreviations: questions people ask

How many Abbreviations questions are there?

There are 10 Abbreviations questions in 1 test. Each test has its own page that lists the questions with their answers and solutions.

How long does a Abbreviations test take?

A test of 10 questions has a time limit of 15 minutes, which is 90 seconds a question.

Is there negative marking?

Rules vary by set. The rules screen shows the time limit, marks, any wrong-answer penalty and calculator permission before you begin. Feedback mode has no time limit or negative marking.

Can I practise Abbreviations without a time limit?

Yes. Choose practice mode: there is no clock, and the answer and solution appear as soon as you select an option.