Identify the error in the sentence: 'The committee have decided to implement new regulations that will affect all stakeholders in the upcoming fiscal year.'
Answer: A
'Committee' is a collective noun treated as singular, so 'has' is correct instead of 'have'.
Q.42Medium
Choose the most appropriate synonym for 'OBFUSCATE':
Answer: C
'Obfuscate' means to make unclear, confuse, or obscure the meaning of something deliberately.
Q.43Medium
Arrange these sentences in logical order: A) Digital literacy has become essential in modern workplaces. B) Many organizations now require basic coding knowledge. C) Therefore, educational institutions are updating their curricula. D) This shift reflects the growing demand for tech-savvy professionals.
Answer: B
The logical flow is: A (introduces the topic), D (explains the reason), B (provides examples), C (concludes with the consequence).
Q.44Medium
Select the word that best completes the passage: 'The environmental activist's speech was so _____ that it compelled the audience to take immediate action for climate change mitigation.'
Answer: C
'Cogent' means compelling and convincing, which fits the context of a speech that compels action. 'Pertinent' means relevant but lacks the persuasive quality.
Q.45Easy
Correct the sentence: 'The economist's analysis regarding inflation rates are based on comprehensive market research and statistical data.'
Answer: A
'Analysis' is a singular noun, so the verb should be 'is' not 'are'. The phrase 'regarding inflation rates' is a modifier and doesn't change the subject's number.
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Q.46Easy
Read the passage: 'The burgeoning startup ecosystem in India has attracted international venture capitalists seeking high-growth opportunities in emerging markets.' Which phrase best replaces 'burgeoning' without changing the meaning?
Answer: B
'Burgeoning' means growing, flourishing, or expanding rapidly. 'Rapidly growing and flourishing' is the most accurate replacement.
Q.47Medium
Identify the sentence with an error among the following: A) The data suggests that remote work has increased productivity levels. B) Each of the employees have received their performance bonuses. C) Neither the manager nor the team members was satisfied. D) The series of reforms have yielded positive results.
Answer: B
In sentence B, 'each' is singular, so the verb should be 'has' not 'have'. The subject 'each of the employees' takes a singular verb.
Q.48Hard
Complete the cloze test: 'The geopolitical tensions in Southeast Asia have _____ economic growth in the region, prompting international organizations to _____ diplomatic solutions urgently.'
Answer: C
'Impeded' (hindered) fits logically with tensions slowing growth, and 'facilitate' (promote) fits with promoting diplomatic solutions. The context suggests negative consequences followed by solutions.
Q.49Medium
The word 'EPHEMERAL' most nearly means:
Answer: B
'Ephemeral' describes something lasting only briefly or for a short time; temporary and short-lived is the correct meaning.
Q.50Hard
Read the complex passage and infer the intended meaning: 'The government's erstwhile protectionist policies, now perceived as counterproductive, have been superseded by liberal trade frameworks aimed at facilitating international commerce.' Which statement best captures the author's perspective?
Answer: B
'Erstwhile' means former/previous; 'counterproductive' means ineffective; 'superseded' means replaced. The passage indicates old policies were replaced by newer, more liberal trade approaches.
