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Q.251 Medium Error Detection
Which word best completes: 'The CEO's _____ for innovation has transformed the company's market position.'
A propensity
B prejudice
C procrastination
D prudence
Correct Answer:  A. propensity
EXPLANATION

Propensity means a natural tendency or inclination. It fits the context of the CEO's inclination toward innovation.

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Q.252 Medium Error Detection
Identify the grammatical error: 'Each of the employees are required to complete their training modules before the deadline.'
A are should be is
B their should be his or her
C modules should be module
D deadline should be date
Correct Answer:  A. are should be is
EXPLANATION

'Each' is singular, requiring 'is' not 'are'. Modern usage accepts 'their' as a singular pronoun.

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Q.253 Medium Error Detection
Fill in the blank: 'The scientist's groundbreaking research _____ widespread recognition from the international academic community.'
A has garnered
B have garnered
C was garnered
D were garnering
Correct Answer:  A. has garnered
EXPLANATION

Singular subject 'research' requires singular verb 'has garnered'. The active voice is appropriate here.

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Q.254 Easy Error Detection
Read: 'Artificial intelligence has become ubiquitous in modern workplaces. From automated customer service to predictive analytics, AI tools enhance productivity. However, concerns about job displacement persist.' What is the main concern implied?
A AI is not effective in customer service
B Automation may reduce employment opportunities
C AI tools are too expensive
D Modern workplaces reject AI implementation
Correct Answer:  B. Automation may reduce employment opportunities
EXPLANATION

The passage explicitly states that concerns about job displacement persist, indicating worry about reduced employment due to AI automation.

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Q.255 Medium Error Detection
Arrange in logical sequence: P: The government launched an initiative Q: to promote sustainable development R: in rural areas S: with significant budget allocation
A PQRS
B PRQS
C QPSR
D PSQR
Correct Answer:  A. PQRS
EXPLANATION

The logical sequence is: The government launched an initiative (P) to promote sustainable development (Q) in rural areas (R) with significant budget allocation (S).

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Q.256 Easy Error Detection
Correct the sentence: 'Despite of his qualifications, he was unable to secure the position.'
A Despite of his qualifications, he was unable to securing the position
B Despite his qualifications, he was unable to secure the position
C In spite his qualifications, he was unable to secure the position
D Despite his qualifications, he was unable securing the position
Correct Answer:  B. Despite his qualifications, he was unable to secure the position
EXPLANATION

'Despite' is a preposition and should not be followed by 'of'. Use 'Despite' or 'In spite of', not 'Despite of'.

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Q.257 Medium Error Detection
Which word best completes: 'The ____ of the ancient manuscript revealed fascinating historical details.'
A decoding
B excavation
C decipherment
D reconstruction
Correct Answer:  C. decipherment
EXPLANATION

Decipherment means the act of decoding or interpreting something difficult to read. It's most appropriate for an ancient manuscript.

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Q.258 Medium Error Detection
Identify the error in: 'The phenomenon of social media have revolutionized communication patterns among youths in recent years.'
A No error
B have should be has
C revolutionized should be revolutionizing
D youths should be youth
Correct Answer:  B. have should be has
EXPLANATION

Singular subject 'phenomenon' requires 'has' not 'have'. Youth is the plural form, so 'youths' is also incorrect, but the primary error is verb agreement.

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Q.259 Easy Error Detection
Read the passage: 'The conference was attended by numerous delegates from across the globe. They discussed various strategies to combat climate change.' Which statement is NOT supported by the passage?
A The conference had delegates from multiple countries
B Climate change was a primary topic of discussion
C The conference resulted in new environmental policies
D Multiple strategies were discussed at the conference
Correct Answer:  C. The conference resulted in new environmental policies
EXPLANATION

The passage does not mention any resulting policies. All other options are directly or implicitly supported.

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Q.260 Hard Error Detection
Identify the error: 'The board of directors have unanimously agreed to reduce operational costs and improving service quality.'
A have should be has
B improving should be improve
C operational should be operations
D Both A and B
Correct Answer:  D. Both A and B
EXPLANATION

'Board' is singular (has), and parallel structure requires 'improve' not 'improving'. Both corrections are needed.

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