Identify the error: 'The data shows that majority of respondents prefers online shopping over traditional retail.'
Answer: B
'Majority' is a plural noun here (majority of respondents), requiring the plural verb 'prefer'.
Q.142Medium
Which option best completes: 'The researcher's hypothesis was _____ by extensive field data, making her conclusions highly credible.'
Answer: A
The context shows the researcher's conclusions are credible, meaning her hypothesis was confirmed/validated by data, not challenged.
Q.143Medium
Identify the error: 'Either the manager or the assistant are responsible for updating the client files regularly.'
Answer: A
With 'either...or', the verb agrees with the nearer noun. 'Assistant' is singular, so 'is' is correct: 'either...or is'.
Q.144Medium
Identify the error in: 'The phenomenon of social media have revolutionized communication patterns among youths in recent years.'
Answer: B
Singular subject 'phenomenon' requires 'has' not 'have'. Youth is the plural form, so 'youths' is also incorrect, but the primary error is verb agreement.
Q.145Medium
Which word best completes: 'The ____ of the ancient manuscript revealed fascinating historical details.'
Answer: C
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.146Medium
Arrange in logical sequence: P: The government launched an initiative Q: to promote sustainable development R: in rural areas S: with significant budget allocation
Answer: A
The logical sequence is: The government launched an initiative (P) to promote sustainable development (Q) in rural areas (R) with significant budget allocation (S).
Q.147Medium
Fill in the blank: 'The scientist's groundbreaking research _____ widespread recognition from the international academic community.'
Answer: A
Singular subject 'research' requires singular verb 'has garnered'. The active voice is appropriate here.
Q.148Medium
Identify the grammatical error: 'Each of the employees are required to complete their training modules before the deadline.'
Answer: A
'Each' is singular, requiring 'is' not 'are'. Modern usage accepts 'their' as a singular pronoun.
Q.149Medium
Which word best completes: 'The CEO's _____ for innovation has transformed the company's market position.'
Answer: A
Propensity means a natural tendency or inclination. It fits the context of the CEO's inclination toward innovation.
Q.150Medium
Correct the sentence: 'The newly appointed manager, along with his team members, are planning to implement new strategies.'
Answer: B
When 'along with' is used, the main subject remains singular. The manager (singular) requires 'is planning'.
Q.151Medium
Cloze Test: 'Renewable energy sources have become increasingly important _____ climate change concerns escalate globally.'
Answer: A
'As' correctly shows the parallel relationship between increasing importance and escalating concerns. Both actions happen together.
Q.152Medium
Identify the error: 'The committee have decided to postpone the meeting due to unforeseen circumstances.'
Answer: A
'Committee' is a collective noun treated as singular in modern usage, requiring 'has' not 'have'.
Q.153Medium
Cloze Test: 'The education sector _____ significant transformation, with online learning platforms gaining prominence among students across India.'
Answer: D
'is undergoing' indicates ongoing transformation in the present, which aligns with 'gaining prominence' suggesting current developments.
Q.154Medium
Correct the sentence: 'The data suggests that majority of urban residents prefer sustainable transport options.'
Answer: A
'Data' is plural, requiring 'suggest'. 'Majority' should be preceded by 'the'.
Q.155Medium
Identify the error: 'Each of the employees have received their annual bonus and appreciated the company's gesture.'
Answer: A
'Each' is singular and requires 'has' instead of 'have'. Although 'their' is acceptable in modern usage for singular indefinite pronouns.
Q.156Medium
Fill in the blank: 'The economist's _____ analysis of market trends provided valuable insights to investors.'
Answer: B
'Perspicacious' means having keen insight and understanding, perfectly suited for economic analysis that provides valuable insights.
Q.157Medium
Cloze Test: 'The digital revolution has _____ traditional business models, compelling companies to innovate rapidly. This transformation has created _____ opportunities for startups in fintech and e-commerce sectors.'\n\nA. disrupted; unprecedented\nB. enhanced; minimal\nC. improved; limited\nD. strengthened; predictable
Answer: A
'Disrupted' aligns with 'compelling change' and 'unprecedented' indicates new opportunities created by transformation.
Q.158Medium
Para Jumbles: Arrange in correct order.\nP: The monsoon season brings both benefits and challenges to Indian agriculture.\nQ: Farmers depend on timely rainfall for crop irrigation and soil moisture.\nR: However, excessive rainfall often leads to waterlogging and crop damage.\nS: Developing efficient water management systems has become essential for agricultural sustainability.\n\nCorrect sequence:
Answer: A
P introduces the topic, Q explains benefits, R presents challenges, and S provides solution. Logical flow: introduction→benefits→challenges→solution.
Q.159Medium
Correct the sentence: 'The inflation rate has risen considerably; therefore the central bank is taking stringent monetary measures.'
Answer: A
A conjunction like 'therefore' used after a semicolon requires a comma. Option A corrects this punctuation error.
Q.160Medium
Cloze Test: 'The pharmaceutical industry faces _____ challenges as patents for blockbuster drugs expire. Generic manufacturers are _____ gaining market share, forcing innovators to accelerate drug discovery programs.'\n\nA. mounting; progressively\nB. trivial; rarely\nC. minimal; occasionally\nD. decreasing; steadily
Answer: A
'Mounting' indicates increasing challenges, and 'progressively' shows gradual market share gain by generics, fitting the context logically.
