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Q.71Hard Reading Comprehension
Choose the word closest in meaning to 'AMELIORATE' (alternative context): 'Government initiatives aim to ameliorate conditions in underdeveloped regions.'
AWorsen or deteriorate
BInvestigate or analyze
CImprove or make better
DDocument or record
Correct Answer:
C. Improve or make better
Explanation:
Ameliorate means to improve or make better conditions, fitting the context of government initiatives in underdeveloped regions.
Read and analyze: 'Climate change disproportionately affects vulnerable populations despite their minimal contribution to global emissions. Island nations face existential threats from rising sea levels, while African communities experience severe droughts. Wealthy nations bear historical responsibility for cumulative emissions yet often evade proportional accountability.'
AClimate change is a localized problem affecting only island nations
BGlobal inequality and historical responsibility complicate equitable climate action
CWealthy nations are the primary victims of climate change
DVulnerable populations should reduce their carbon footprint
Correct Answer:
B. Global inequality and historical responsibility complicate equitable climate action
Explanation:
The passage emphasizes disparity between those affected and those responsible, highlighting inequality and accountability issues central to climate justice.
Arrange sentences coherently: A) Quantum computing represents a paradigm shift in computational power. B) Unlike classical computers using binary digits, quantum systems leverage superposition and entanglement. C) Applications in cryptography and drug discovery demonstrate revolutionary potential. D) Current quantum computers remain in experimental stages with limited practical utility.
AA-B-D-C
BA-B-C-D
CB-A-C-D
DD-A-B-C
Correct Answer:
B. A-B-C-D
Explanation:
A introduces the concept, B explains technical distinction, C highlights potential applications, D provides realistic assessment of current state.
Identify the error: 'The increasing prevalence of cybersecurity threats have forced companies to allocate more resources towards implementing robust digital security measures.'
Ahave should be has (prevalence is singular)
Btowards should be to
Cimplementing should be implement
DNo error
Correct Answer:
A. have should be has (prevalence is singular)
Explanation:
'Prevalence' is singular, requiring 'has' instead of 'have.' This is a subject-verb agreement error.
Arrange the following sentences in the correct order:
A) The festival celebrates the triumph of good over evil.
B) Diwali is one of the most important festivals in India.
C) Families gather together to light diyas and exchange gifts.
D) It is observed for five consecutive days.
AB, D, A, C
BB, A, D, C
CD, B, A, C
DA, B, C, D
Correct Answer:
B. B, A, D, C
Explanation:
Logical flow: introduce Diwali (B), explain its significance (A), mention duration (D), then describe celebrations (C).
Read the passage and infer: 'Artificial intelligence has revolutionized various sectors including healthcare, finance, and education. However, concerns about job displacement and data privacy persist. Despite these challenges, experts believe that AI will ultimately benefit society if properly regulated.'
Which statement is best supported by the passage?
AAI should be abandoned due to job displacement.
BAI has only negative implications for society.
CRegulation of AI is essential for maximizing its benefits.
DAI has no applications in the healthcare sector.
Correct Answer:
C. Regulation of AI is essential for maximizing its benefits.
Explanation:
The passage explicitly mentions that AI will benefit society 'if properly regulated', supporting the need for regulation.
