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In the following question, a passage is given which describes a situation. From the given options, mark the correct inference that can be drawn from the passage. If none of the inferences follow, mark option 5, ?None of these? as the answer. In nearly all human populations a majority of individuals can taste the artificially synthesized chemical phenylthiocarbonide (PTC). However, the percentage varies dramatically-- from as low as 60% in India to as high as 95% in Africa. That this polymorphism is observed in non- human primates as well indicates a long evolutionary history which, although obviously not acting on PTC, might reflect evolutionary selection for taste discrimination of other, more significant bitter substances, such as certain toxic plants.
Options- A. Human beings show the same taste profile as primates.
- B. Humans prefers substances that are naturally sweet.
- C. Only a minority of the human population have an indeterminant taste profile.
- D. A majority of the human population have an indeterminant taste profile.
- Correct Answer
- Only a minority of the human population have an indeterminant taste profile.
ExplanationThe passage clearly states that several characteristics are shared between humans and primates with respect to their taste profiles. It also states that it is because of evolution. But to infer that both species share the same profile would be incorrect making option a incorrect. The passage is all about the human ability to discern different tastes. One cannot infer about the likability of certain tastes from the given passage making option 2 incorrect. In the first sentence itself the passage talks about how majority of the human population can taste a certain artificial flavour. Thus, it can be inferred that majority of the human population have a determinant taste profile making the opposite as stated in option 3 also correct. This also makes option 4 incorrect.
- 1. In the following question, a passage is given which describes a situation. From the given options, mark the correct inference that can be drawn from the passage. If none of the inferences follow, mark option 5, ?None of these? as the answer. The philosophy of pragmatism goes something like this. The mind is such that it deals only with ideas. It is not possible for the mind to relate to anything other than ideas. Therefore, it is not correct to think that the mind actually can ponder reality. All that the mind can ponder is its ideas about reality. (Whether or not that is the way reality actually is, is a metaphysical issue). Therefore, whether or not something is true is not a matter of how closely it corresponds to the absolute truth, but of how consistent it is with our experience.
Options- A. Our experiences define our concept of reality.
- B. Reality is a metaphysical issue.
- C. Pragmatism and reality are two sides of the same coin.
- D. Our experiences enable us to determine the truth. Discuss
- 2. In the question below, there is a word given in bold which is followed by five options. In each of the options, a pair of words is given which is either the pair of synonyms or antonyms or synonym & antonym of the word given in bold. Choose that pair as your answer. Tremulous
Options- A. Stringent, Garrulous
- B. Quivery, Steady
- C. Conjunctive, Desist
- D. Abstain, Defer Discuss
- 3. In the question below, there is a word given in bold which is followed by five options. In each of the options, a pair of words is given which is either the pair of synonyms or antonyms or synonym & antonym of the word given in bold. Choose that pair as your answer. Histrionic
Options- A. Melodramatic, Theatrical
- B. Conscientious, Diligent
- C. Tenacious, Retentive
- D. Thrive, Tussle Discuss
- 4. In the question below, there is a word given in bold which is followed by five options. In each of the options, a pair of words is given which is either the pair of synonyms or antonyms or synonym & antonym of the word given in bold. Choose that pair as your answer. Nefarious
Options- A. Sloppy, Flurry
- B. Unassertive, Ignoble
- C. Modest, Subtle
- D. Gregarious, Magnanimous Discuss
- 5. In the question below, there is a word given in bold which is followed by five options. In each of the options, a pair of words is given which is either the pair of synonyms or antonyms or synonym & antonym of the word given in bold. Choose that pair as your answer. Recalcitrant
Options- A. Peculiar, Convivial
- B. Amenable, Docile
- C. Taciturn, Withering
- D. Voluble, Turgid Discuss
- 6. In each of the questions given below, a passage has been given which are either situational based or describes a scenario. Below each passage, a question has been given which is framed to make you to infer something out of it. Mark out the correct inference as your answer. Set in the glittering balls of genteel rural society of 18th century England and verdant landscape of the idyllic Pemberley, ?Pride and Prejudice? is the story of young Elizabeth Bennett whose property is entailed to the nearest male heir. What can be said about the position of young Elizabeth Bennett in the rural society of 18th century England?
Options- A. Marginal
- B. Immaterial
- C. Unrelated
- D. Extraneous Discuss
- 7. In each of the questions given below, a passage has been given which are either situational based or describes a scenario. Below each passage, a question has been given which is framed to make you to infer something out of it. Mark out the correct inference as your answer. India's leading and most popular food delivery start-up, Swiggy landed in a soup on Wednesday, after four people claiming to be current and former employees allegedly revealed fraudulent and unethical means practiced at the company, in a blog post. Which of the following can be said about the allegations?
Options- A. Defragmented
- B. Ambiguous
- C. Definitive
- D. Anecdotal Discuss
- 8. In each of the questions given below, a passage has been given which are either situational based or describes a scenario. Below each passage, a question has been given which is framed to make you to infer something out of it. Mark out the correct inference as your answer. A former lawmaker, Rewati Raman Bhandari, who drafted the measure that criminalised chhaupadi, said the push to eradicate the practice from villagers, the police and local politicians was still far too muted. Which of the following describes the reaction of the authorities of towards the eradication of chhaupadi?
Options- A. Subdued
- B. Softened
- C. Dampened
- D. Quite Discuss
- 9. A passage with three blanks, followed by five options, each containing one word, is given. Choose the word that can fill all the three blanks. Modern public administration has taken a leaf not only from the legislature?s book but also from that of the judiciary. Administrative _____________ is the latest addition to the admin istrative techniques. Administrative ____________ means the determination of questions of a judicial or quasi-judicial nature by an administrative department or agency. Like a regular court, administrative bodies hear the parties, sift evidence, and pronounce a decision in cases where legal rights or duties are involved. The main point of difference between administrative _____________ and administration of justice by the courts is that administrative justice is administered by administrative agencies instead of regular courts. The administrative courts follow the principles of natural justice and common good whereas the courts of law follow the settled principles of law and evidence. The administrative courts are manned by officers belonging to the executive branch whereas the judges are the members of the judiciary independent of executive control.
Options- A. Adjudication
- B. Division
- C. Hearing
- D. Service Discuss
- 10. A passage with three blanks, followed by five options, each containing one word, is given. Choose the word that can fill all the three blanks. The ability of humans to ___________ the landscape and recognize the consequences of doing so puts us in a peculiar position. There are several animals on earth that show this same kind of intelligence. Some animals have extensions to ___________ their environment and some do not. As a species we are assigned the duty to provide and proliferate. Our goal is to achieve stability for ourselves and our kin. However, we also have an obligation to maintain the environment, as we depend on the resources and services it provides. The question then becomes: what is our role in nature? Do we have the right to _________ the land, factory farm animals, and pollute waterways? Or do we have an obligation to reduce our numbers and merely subsist? In order to answer these questions, we must rely on our knowledge of Earth, evolution, and our influence on the environment.
Options- A. Aspects
- B. Pollutants
- C. Employ
- D. Operate Discuss
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Correct Answer: Our experiences define our concept of reality.
Explanation:
The passage states that reality is not an absolute truth, but a result of our consistent experiences. This makes option a is a correct inference made from the passage. Option 2 is a direct statement already made in the given passage. Option 3 cannot be inferred from the passage as ?pragmatism? is considered as a philosophy while ?reality? is considered as an amalgamation of our experiences. According to the given passage our experiences enables us to determine what is the reality which may or may not be the truth. This makes option 4 incorrect.
Correct Answer: Quivery, Steady
Explanation:
The meanings of the given words are as follows:
Tremulous: shaking or quivering slightly
Stringent: (of regulations, requirements, or conditions) strict, precise, and exacting
Garrulous: excessively talkative, especially on trivial matters
Quivery: shaking or trembling slightly
Steady: firmly fixed, supported, or balanced; not shaking or moving
Conjunctive: relating to or forming a connection or combination of things
Desist: stop doing something; cease or abstain
Abstain: restrain oneself from doing or enjoying something
Defer: put off (an action or event) to a later time; postpone
Terse: sparing in the use of words; abrupt
Abrupt: sudden and unexpected
Therefore, it can be observed that option B i.e. ?quivery, steady? forms a synonym-antonym pair of ?tremulous?.
Correct Answer: Melodramatic, Theatrical
Explanation:
The meanings of the given words are as follows:
Histrionic: excessively theatrical or dramatic in character or style
Melodramatic: characteristic of melodrama, especially in being exaggerated or overemotional
Theatrical: exaggerated and excessively dramatic
Conscientious: wishing to do one's work or duty well and thoroughly
Diligent: having or showing care and conscientiousness in one's work or duties
Tenacious: tending to keep a firm hold of something; clinging or adhering closely
Retentive: (of a person's memory) effective in retaining facts and impressions
Thrive: (of a child, animal, or plant) grow or develop well or vigorously
Tussle: a vigorous struggle or scuffle, typically in order to obtain or achieve something
Pertinent: relevant or applicable to a
particular matter; apposite Appropriate: suitable or proper in the circumstances
Therefore, it can be observed that option i.e. ?melodramatic, theatrical? forms a synonym- synonym pair of ?histrionic?.
Correct Answer:
Explanation:
The meanings of the given words are as follows:
Nefarious: (typically of an action or activity) wicked or criminal
Sloppy: careless and unsystematic; excessively casual
Flurry: a small swirling mass of something, especially snow or leaves, moved by sudden gusts of wind
Unassertive: (of a person) not having or showing a confident and forceful personality
Ignoble: not honourable in character or purpose
Modest: unassuming in the estimation of one's abilities or achievements
Subtle: (especially of a change or distinction) so delicate or precise as to be difficult to analyse or describe
Gregarious: (of a person) fond of company; sociable
Magnanimous: generous or forgiving, especially towards a rival or less powerful person
Iniquitous: grossly unfair and morally wrong
Atrocious: horrifyingly wicked
Therefore, it can be observed that option E i.e.
?iniquitous, atrocious? forms a synonym- synonym pair of ?nefarious?.
Correct Answer: Amenable, Docile
Explanation:
The meanings of the given words are as follows:
Recalcitrant: having an obstinately uncooperative attitude towards authority or discipline
Peculiar: different to what is normal or
expected; strange Convivial: (of an atmosphere or event) friendly, lively, and enjoyable
Amenable: open and responsive to suggestion; easily persuaded or controlled
Docile: ready to accept control or instruction; submissive
Taciturn: (of a person) reserved or uncommunicative in speech; saying little
Withering: intended to make someone feel humiliated; scornful
Voluble: (of a person) talking fluently, readily, or incessantly
Turgid: swollen and distended or congested
Pendulous: hanging down loosely
Jocular: fond of or characterized by joking; humorous or playful
Therefore, it can be observed that option B i.e. ?amenable, docile? forms an antonym- antonym pair of ?recalcitrant?.
Correct Answer: Immaterial
Explanation:
Marginal means to be of questionable or minimal quality.
Immaterial means to be of no importance or relevance especially to a law case.
Unrelated means lacking a logical or causal relation.
Extraneous means something that is not pertinent to the matter under consideration.
Academic means marked by a narrow focus on or display of learning especially its trivial aspects.
Despite being young, Bennett's property was already entailed to the male heir. This means that she did not have a significant place in the rural society of 18th century England.
Hence, the correct answer is 2.
Correct Answer:
Explanation:
Defragmented means to run a process that collects fragments of files and sorts them into contiguous sections on one or more hard disks or hard disk partitions, thus speeding up file
management.
Ambiguous means to be of uncertain nature or significance.
Definitive means clearly defined or formulated.
Anecdotal means to have the character of an anecdote.
Speculative means not based on fact or investigation.
Hence, the correct answer is 5.
Correct Answer: Subdued
Explanation:
Subdued means restrained in style or quality. Softened means being or made softer or less loud or clear.
Dampened means to suppress or constrain so as to lessen in intensity. Quite means to a degree (not used with a negative).
Silenced means reduced to silence. The reaction of the authorities is already mentioned, i.e. muted. All the options, except 'quite', are synonymous with 'muted'. But the reaction was toned-down. Hence, the correct answer is 1.
Correct Answer:
Explanation:
The given blank is to be taken in consideration with the word ?administrative?. ?Administrative Adjudication? means a decision or sentence imposed by a judge. ?Administrative Division? refers to is a portion of a country or other region delineated for the purpose of administration. ?Administrative hearing? refers to an informal way of resolving disputes between agencies and citizens without the
strict procedural rules of a court. ?Administrative Service? refer to managing, planning, directing, and coordinating supportive services of an organization. ?Administrative legislation? is the body of law and legal work that deals with government agencies. Thus, option A fits all three blanks correctly.
Correct Answer:
Explanation:
?Aspects? mean a particular part or feature of something. ?Pollutants? mean a substance that pollutes something, especially water or the atmosphere. ?Employ? means give work to (someone) and pay them for it. ?Operate? means (of a person) control the functioning of (a machine, process, or system). ?Manipulate? means control or influence (a person or situation) cleverly or unscrupulously. The passage hints towards unscrupulous usage of the environment for our own betterment. Thus, option E is the best fit answer for the given blanks.
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