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Q.521
Medium
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The scientist's _______ findings challenged the _______ theory that had dominated the field for decades.
A
preliminary; accepted
B
groundbreaking; orthodox
C
inconclusive; rejected
D
dubious; revolutionary
Correct Answer:
B. groundbreaking; orthodox
Explanation:
Groundbreaking findings challenging an orthodox theory demonstrates clear paradigm shift.
Q.522
Easy
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The judicial system's _______ in resolving cases has led to a severe _______ in the courts.
A
efficiency; congestion
B
delay; backlog
C
swiftness; prosperity
D
complacency; advancement
Correct Answer:
B. delay; backlog
Explanation:
Delay causes a backlog, establishing a clear cause-and-effect relationship.
Q.523
Medium
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The cultural festival's _______ blend of traditional and contemporary art forms was both _______ and innovative.
A
awkward; outdated
B
seamless; nostalgic
C
jarring; progressive
D
chaotic; experimental
Correct Answer:
B. seamless; nostalgic
Explanation:
Seamless blend allows both nostalgic and innovative elements to coexist harmoniously.
Q.524
Medium
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The journalist's _______ investigation into corporate malpractices was both _______ and meticulously documented.
A
superficial; thorough
B
biased; balanced
C
rigorous; well-researched
D
cursory; detailed
Correct Answer:
C. rigorous; well-researched
Explanation:
Rigorous investigation that is well-researched shows consistency in describing thorough journalism.
Q.525
Easy
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The pandemic's economic impact was so _______ that recovery remains _______.
A
minor; swift
B
devastating; protracted
C
temporary; immediate
D
limited; expedited
Correct Answer:
B. devastating; protracted
Explanation:
Devastating impact logically correlates with protracted recovery time.
Q.526
Medium
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The author's _______ narrative style, combined with _______ character development, made the novel utterly engaging.
A
convoluted; sparse
B
lucid; nuanced
C
simplistic; elaborate
D
verbose; superficial
Correct Answer:
B. lucid; nuanced
Explanation:
Lucid narrative and nuanced character development both contribute to an engaging novel.
Q.527
Easy
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The government's _______ policies on renewable energy have _______ the nation's dependence on fossil fuels.
A
ambiguous; increased
B
progressive; reduced
C
conservative; accelerated
D
vacillating; stabilized
Correct Answer:
B. progressive; reduced
Explanation:
Progressive policies logically reduce fossil fuel dependence.
Q.528
Medium
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The athlete's _______ training regimen, though initially _______, ultimately proved effective in achieving Olympic medals.
A
relaxed; beneficial
B
rigorous; grueling
C
lenient; rewarding
D
moderate; successful
Correct Answer:
B. rigorous; grueling
Explanation:
A rigorous regimen being grueling initially but effective shows justified difficulty.
Q.529
Hard
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The economist's _______ analysis of inflation trends was rendered _______ by recent market fluctuations in 2024.
A
accurate; vindicated
B
preliminary; moot
C
comprehensive; irrelevant
D
pessimistic; optimistic
Correct Answer:
C. comprehensive; irrelevant
Explanation:
Comprehensive analysis becoming irrelevant due to market changes shows impact of unforeseen events.
Q.530
Hard
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The architect's _______ design philosophy, though aesthetically _______, faced practical implementation challenges.
A
conservative; innovative
B
minimalist; ornate
C
unconventional; striking
D
traditional; revolutionary
Correct Answer:
C. unconventional; striking
Explanation:
Unconventional yet striking design faces real-world implementation issues logically.
