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All Reading Comprehension 200 Error Detection 115 Sentence Correction 50 Vocabulary & Synonyms 50 Antonyms 50 Fill in the Blanks 50

Q.141 Medium Reading Comprehension

Arrange sentences in coherent order: A) Digital transformation has reshaped business operations across sectors. B) Cloud computing and big data analytics are central to this revolution. C) Companies must invest in cybersecurity to protect sensitive information. D) The financial sector exemplifies this shift most dramatically.

A A-D-B-C

B A-B-C-D

C D-A-B-C

D B-A-D-C

Correct Answer: A. A-D-B-C

EXPLANATION

A introduces the topic, D provides specific example, B explains the mechanisms, C discusses implications in order of logical flow.

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Q.142 Easy Reading Comprehension

Cloze Test: 'Renewable energy sources like solar and wind power are _____ increasingly important in combating climate change. Government subsidies and technological advancements have made these alternatives more _____ for consumers.'

A becoming, accessible

B become, acceptable

C became, affordable

D becomes, available

Correct Answer: A. becoming, accessible

EXPLANATION

'becoming' fits the progressive sense and 'accessible' means available/obtainable, matching the context about affordability for consumers.

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Q.143 Easy Reading Comprehension

Identify the error in the sentence: 'The committee have decided to implement new policies to address environmental sustainability.'

A have should be has (committee is singular)

B implement should be implementing

C No error

D address should be addresses

Correct Answer: A. have should be has (committee is singular)

EXPLANATION

Committee is a collective noun treated as singular, so 'has' is correct instead of 'have'.

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Q.144 Easy Reading Comprehension

Read the passage and answer: 'Artificial Intelligence has revolutionized industries by automating complex tasks. However, experts warn that unchecked AI development poses ethical dilemmas regarding job displacement and data privacy. Nations worldwide are establishing regulatory frameworks to ensure responsible AI deployment.' What is the primary concern mentioned about AI development?

A Job displacement and data privacy issues

B High implementation costs

C Lack of technical expertise

D Insufficient global collaboration

Correct Answer: A. Job displacement and data privacy issues

EXPLANATION

The passage explicitly states that experts warn about 'ethical dilemmas regarding job displacement and data privacy' as primary concerns.

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Q.145 Easy Reading Comprehension

Choose the word closest in meaning to 'AMELIORATE':

A Worsen

B Improve

C Maintain

D Deteriorate

Correct Answer: B. Improve

EXPLANATION

Ameliorate means to make something better or improve it; 'improve' is its closest synonym.

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Q.146 Hard Reading Comprehension

Arrange sentences coherently: A) The pandemic accelerated the adoption of remote work globally. B) Yet many organizations now seek hybrid models balancing flexibility and collaboration. C) Initially, productivity concerns were widespread among employers. D) Recent data demonstrates that remote workers maintain or exceed traditional productivity levels.

A A, C, D, B

B C, A, D, B

C A, D, C, B

D D, A, B, C

Correct Answer: A. A, C, D, B

EXPLANATION

Logical flow: acceleration of remote work (A) → employer concerns (C) → productivity evidence (D) → balanced approach (B).

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Q.147 Hard Reading Comprehension

Cloze test: 'Biotechnology's potential to address global food security through genetically modified crops remains _____, though public acceptance varies significantly across regions.'

A contested

B unanimous

C controversial

D promising yet divisive

Correct Answer: C. controversial

EXPLANATION

'Controversial' best captures the tension between biotechnology's potential and varying public acceptance mentioned in the passage.

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Q.148 Hard Reading Comprehension

Read the complex passage: 'ESG (Environmental, Social, Governance) investing has become mainstream as institutional investors recognize that sustainable practices correlate with long-term profitability. However, greenwashing—misleading environmental claims—undermines genuine sustainability efforts.' Which inference is valid?

A ESG investing is purely altruistic with no financial benefits

B All companies claiming sustainability are genuinely committed

C Genuine sustainability and profitability can align, but fraudulent claims exist

D Governance has no relationship with environmental performance

Correct Answer: C. Genuine sustainability and profitability can align, but fraudulent claims exist

EXPLANATION

The passage establishes that sustainable practices correlate with profitability while warning about greenwashing, supporting the validity of option C.

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Q.149 Medium Reading Comprehension

Identify the error: 'The number of cybersecurity threats have increased exponentially over the last five years despite increased investments.'

A No error

B 'have' should be 'has'

C 'increased' should be 'increasing'

D 'investments' should be 'investment'

Correct Answer: B. 'have' should be 'has'

EXPLANATION

'Number' (singular noun) requires 'has' instead of 'have'.

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Q.150 Easy Reading Comprehension

Choose the word closest in meaning to 'PRAGMATIC':

A Idealistic

B Theoretical

C Practical

D Hypothetical

Correct Answer: C. Practical

EXPLANATION

Pragmatic means dealing with things in a practical, realistic way; practical is its closest synonym.

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