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Q.61 Easy Reading Comprehension
Correct the sentence: 'The marketing department has been working hardly to meet the deadline.'
AThe marketing department has been working hard to meet the deadline
BThe marketing department have been working hard to meet the deadline
CThe marketing department is working hardly to meet the deadline
DThe marketing department has worked hardly to meeting the deadline
Correct Answer:  A. The marketing department has been working hard to meet the deadline
Explanation:

'hard' is the adverb form, not 'hardly'. 'Hardly' means 'scarcely', while 'hard' means 'with effort'.

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Q.62 Easy Reading Comprehension
Cloze Test: 'Renewable energy sources have become increasingly _____ as countries strive to reduce carbon emissions.'
Aprevalent
Bobsolete
Ctheoretical
Drestrictive
Correct Answer:  A. prevalent
Explanation:

'Prevalent' means widespread and common. It fits the context that renewable energy is becoming more widespread as countries focus on emissions reduction.

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Q.63 Easy Reading Comprehension
What does 'pragmatic' mean in: 'The government adopted a pragmatic approach to economic policy.'
ATheoretical and idealistic
BPractical and results-oriented
CAggressive and confrontational
DCautious and defensive
Correct Answer:  B. Practical and results-oriented
Explanation:

Pragmatic refers to a practical, realistic approach based on actual circumstances rather than theory.

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Q.64 Easy Reading Comprehension
Read the passage: 'Artificial Intelligence has revolutionized various sectors including healthcare, finance, and education. AI-powered diagnostic tools have improved patient outcomes significantly. However, concerns about data privacy and job displacement remain prevalent.' What is the primary concern discussed in the passage?
AAI has completely eliminated all traditional jobs
BData privacy and job displacement issues alongside AI benefits
CAI is only useful in the healthcare sector
DPatient outcomes have worsened due to AI implementation
Correct Answer:  B. Data privacy and job displacement issues alongside AI benefits
Explanation:

The passage explicitly mentions 'concerns about data privacy and job displacement remain prevalent' while acknowledging AI benefits. Option B accurately captures both aspects.

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Q.65 Easy Reading Comprehension
Correct the sentence: 'The startup's innovative approach to solving problems have attracted investors from multiple countries.'
A'have' should be 'has'
B'solving' should be 'solve'
C'innovative' should be 'innovatively'
DNo correction needed
Correct Answer:  A. 'have' should be 'has'
Explanation:

'The startup's approach' is singular, requiring 'has' instead of 'have'. The subject is 'approach' (singular), not 'countries'.

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Q.66 Easy Reading Comprehension
Read the passage: 'Gig economy workers face significant challenges including lack of employment benefits, job insecurity, and irregular income streams. However, this model provides flexibility and entrepreneurial opportunities. Recent policy changes in 2024 have started addressing worker protections.' Which statement is NOT supported by the passage?
AGig workers enjoy employment benefits
BThe gig economy offers flexibility advantages
CJob insecurity is a challenge for gig workers
DRecent policies have addressed worker protections
Correct Answer:  A. Gig workers enjoy employment benefits
Explanation:

The passage explicitly states 'lack of employment benefits' as a challenge, making option A unsupported. Other options are directly mentioned or implied in the text.

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Q.67 Easy Error Detection
Which word is the closest synonym for 'ephemeral'?
APermanent
BTransient
CStable
DEternal
Correct Answer:  B. Transient
Explanation:

Ephemeral means short-lived or temporary. Transient has the same meaning.

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Q.68 Easy Error Detection
Read the passage and answer: 'Climate change poses unprecedented challenges to global agriculture. Rising temperatures, erratic rainfall patterns, and extreme weather events threaten crop yields.' What is the main idea?
AAgriculture is the primary cause of climate change
BClimate change creates significant threats to farming
CCrop yields are increasing due to technology
DExtreme weather is beneficial for agriculture
Correct Answer:  B. Climate change creates significant threats to farming
Explanation:

The passage clearly states that climate change poses challenges and threatens crop yields in agriculture.

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Q.69 Easy Error Detection
Fill in the blank: 'The CEO's decision to _____ the new policy was met with both praise and criticism.'
Aimplement
Bimplementation
Cimplementing
Dimplemented
Correct Answer:  A. implement
Explanation:

After 'to' (infinitive marker), use the base form of the verb 'implement', not its other forms.

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Q.70 Easy Error Detection
Which option best completes the sentence? 'His _____ approach to problem-solving made him indispensable to the team.'
Ainnovative
Binnovated
Cinnovation
Dinnovate
Correct Answer:  A. innovative
Explanation:

An adjective is needed to describe 'approach'. 'Innovative' is the correct adjective form.

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