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Q.121 Medium Error Detection
Read the passage: 'Artificial Intelligence is revolutionizing industries worldwide. From healthcare diagnostics to financial forecasting, AI applications are becoming ubiquitous.' What does 'ubiquitous' mean in this context?
A Expensive
B Everywhere/Omnipresent
C Temporary
D Complicated
Correct Answer:  B. Everywhere/Omnipresent
Explanation:

Ubiquitous means present everywhere at the same time; commonly found throughout.

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Q.122 Medium Error Detection
Identify the grammatical error: 'Neither the manager nor the employees was present at the meeting.'
A Change 'was' to 'were'
B Change 'present' to 'presenting'
C Change 'the' before employees
D No error
Correct Answer:  A. Change 'was' to 'were'
Explanation:

With 'neither...nor', the verb agrees with the nearest subject. 'Employees' is plural, so 'were' is correct.

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Q.123 Medium Error Detection
Fill in the blank with the appropriate word: 'The ancient ruins _____ evidence of a highly sophisticated civilization.'
A exhibit
B exhibits
C exhibiting
D exhibited
Correct Answer:  A. exhibit
Explanation:

'Ruins' is plural, requiring 'exhibit'. The present tense is appropriate for describing what ruins show.

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Q.124 Medium Error Detection
Read: 'The pandemic accelerated digital transformation across sectors. Companies that adapted quickly thrived, while others struggled.' What inference can be made?
A All companies benefited equally from digital transformation
B Adaptation speed determined success during the pandemic
C Digital transformation is always beneficial
D Companies that struggled were technologically outdated
Correct Answer:  B. Adaptation speed determined success during the pandemic
Explanation:

The passage clearly states quick adapters thrived while others struggled, showing adaptation speed mattered.

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Q.125 Medium Error Detection
In the sentence 'The committee have decided to implement new policies starting next month', identify the error.
A Subject-verb disagreement; 'have' should be 'has'
B Tense inconsistency; 'decided' should be 'decides'
C No error; the sentence is correct
D Word order error; 'new' should precede 'policies'
Correct Answer:  A. Subject-verb disagreement; 'have' should be 'has'
Explanation:

Committee is a collective noun requiring singular verb 'has'. When referring to the entity as a whole, use singular agreement.

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Q.126 Medium Error Detection
Select the word that best fits: 'Her _____ demeanor during the crisis earned her respect from colleagues.'
A Fastidious
B Equanimous
C Garrulous
D Truculent
Correct Answer:  B. Equanimous
Explanation:

'Equanimous' means calm and composed, fitting the context of handling a crisis with respect. Fastidious means particular about details, garrulous means talkative, truculent means aggressive.

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Q.127 Medium Error Detection
Arrange the sentences in correct order:
P: The startup ecosystem in India has grown exponentially
Q: With increased government support and investor interest
R: Creating opportunities for thousands of entrepreneurs
S: Over the past five years
A PQRS
B PSQR
C QPSR
D RQPS
Correct Answer:  B. PSQR
Explanation:

Correct order is P (main statement) → S (timeframe) → Q (reasons/support) → R (results). This creates logical progression from main idea to supporting details.

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Q.128 Medium Error Detection
Which sentence contains a misplaced modifier?
A The report was submitted by the manager after careful review.
B Having analyzed the data thoroughly, conclusions were drawn.
C The students studied the complex theory with enthusiasm.
D The conference, scheduled for next month, will attract global leaders.
Correct Answer:  B. Having analyzed the data thoroughly, conclusions were drawn.
Explanation:

The participle phrase 'Having analyzed' suggests the subject (conclusions) performed the action, which is illogical. It should be 'Having analyzed the data thoroughly, the team drew conclusions.'

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Q.129 Medium Error Detection
Fill in the blank: 'The ambassador's _____ approach to diplomacy has fostered stronger international relations.'
A Bellicose
B Magnanimous
C Perfunctory
D Ambiguous
Correct Answer:  B. Magnanimous
Explanation:

'Magnanimous' means generous and noble, fitting diplomatic success. Bellicose means warlike, perfunctory means done without care, ambiguous means unclear.

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Q.130 Medium Error Detection
Read: 'India's renewable energy capacity has surpassed 150 GW in 2024, marking significant progress toward sustainability goals. The government's push for solar and wind energy has attracted global investments. Simultaneously, challenges in grid infrastructure and energy storage persist.' Which statement is best supported by the passage?
A India has completely solved its energy storage challenges
B Renewable energy expansion in India is progressing but faces infrastructural obstacles
C Global investors are reluctant to invest in Indian renewable projects
D The government's renewable energy policy is unsuccessful
Correct Answer:  B. Renewable energy expansion in India is progressing but faces infrastructural obstacles
Explanation:

The passage presents both progress (150 GW capacity, global investments) and challenges (infrastructure, storage issues), supporting only option B.

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