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Q.71 Medium Reading Comprehension
Identify the error: 'The number of startups launching innovative solutions have increased dramatically in the last fiscal year.'
AHave should be has
BLaunching should be launched
CIncreased should be increase
DNo error
Correct Answer:  A. Have should be has
Explanation:

'Number' is singular, requiring the singular verb 'has'. Though 'of startups' follows, it's a prepositional phrase that doesn't affect verb agreement.

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Q.72 Medium Reading Comprehension
Read and analyze: 'Cybersecurity breaches have cost organizations trillions of dollars globally. Major companies from finance to healthcare have faced significant data compromises. Experts recommend implementing multi-layered security protocols.' Which inference can be made?
ACybersecurity is a minor concern for modern businesses
BSmall organizations are immune to cyber attacks
COrganizations across sectors need robust security measures
DData breaches only affect financial institutions
Correct Answer:  C. Organizations across sectors need robust security measures
Explanation:

The passage discusses breaches across multiple sectors (finance, healthcare) and recommends multi-layered protocols, supporting the inference that comprehensive security is necessary.

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Q.73 Medium Reading Comprehension
Identify the error in the sentence: 'The Government of India have announced new policies to reduce carbon emissions by 2030, which are expected to benefitting the environment significantly.'
ASubject-verb disagreement ('have' should be 'has')
BIncorrect use of gerund ('benefitting' should be 'benefit')
CBoth A and B are errors
DNo error
Correct Answer:  C. Both A and B are errors
Explanation:

'Government' is singular, so 'have' should be 'has'. Additionally, 'benefitting' should be 'benefit' after the auxiliary verb 'are expected to'.

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Q.74 Medium Reading Comprehension
Arrange the sentences logically: A) The Reserve Bank of India tightened monetary policy to control inflation. B) Interest rates were raised by 250 basis points over the preceding eighteen months. C) This decision aimed to stabilize the rupee and restore price stability. D) Subsequently, inflation metrics showed a declining trend by late 2024.
AA-B-C-D
BB-A-D-C
CA-C-B-D
DC-A-B-D
Correct Answer:  A. A-B-C-D
Explanation:

Logical flow: Main action (A) → Specific measure (B) → Reason/objective (C) → Result (D).

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Q.75 Medium Reading Comprehension
Read and analyze: 'The rise of remote work in 2024 has transformed traditional office culture. Companies like TCS and Infosys have adopted hybrid models, increasing employee satisfaction while reducing operational costs. However, concerns about team collaboration and company culture persistence remain unaddressed.' What is the primary concern mentioned?
AReduction in operational costs
BIncreased employee satisfaction
CChallenges to team collaboration and company culture
DAdoption of hybrid work models
Correct Answer:  C. Challenges to team collaboration and company culture
Explanation:

The passage explicitly states that concerns about team collaboration and company culture 'remain unaddressed,' indicating these as primary concerns.

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Q.76 Medium Reading Comprehension
Identify the error: 'The recent Union Budget 2024 allocate substantial funds towards renewable energy projects, which will not only create jobs but also contributes to environmental sustainability.'
ATense inconsistency ('allocate' should be 'allocates'; 'contributes' should be 'contribute')
BOnly 'allocate' is incorrect
COnly 'contributes' is incorrect
DNo error present
Correct Answer:  A. Tense inconsistency ('allocate' should be 'allocates'; 'contributes' should be 'contribute')
Explanation:

'Budget' is singular, requiring 'allocates'. Additionally, 'contributes' breaks parallel structure and should be 'contribute' to match 'create'.

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Q.77 Medium Reading Comprehension
Select the word most similar in meaning to OBFUSCATE:
AClarify
BObscure
CSimplify
DIlluminate
Correct Answer:  B. Obscure
Explanation:

Obfuscate means to make unclear or obscure. Option B is the correct synonym.

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Q.78 Medium Reading Comprehension
Cloze Test: 'The National Education Policy 2020 aims to make India a global leader in education by emphasizing skill development and reducing _____ dependence on rote learning. The policy encourages critical thinking and creative problem-solving among students.'
Aexcessive
Bunwanted
Cunnecessary
Dharmful
Correct Answer:  A. excessive
Explanation:

'Excessive' best describes the level of dependence on rote learning that needs reduction. It implies 'too much' rather than just 'unwanted'.

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Q.79 Medium Reading Comprehension
Arrange the sentences coherently: A) Blockchain technology has emerged as a transformative force in 2024. B) Financial institutions have begun integrating blockchain for secure transactions. C) Its applications extend beyond cryptocurrency to supply chain management. D) This widespread adoption signals growing confidence in decentralized systems.
AA-C-B-D
BA-B-C-D
CB-A-D-C
DA-D-B-C
Correct Answer:  B. A-B-C-D
Explanation:

Logical sequence: Introduction (A) → Specific application (B) → Broader applications (C) → Conclusion (D).

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Q.80 Medium Reading Comprehension
Read the passage: 'India's space exploration achievements reached new heights in 2024 with successful lunar missions and satellite launches. The Indian Space Research Organisation (ISRO) continues to demonstrate technological prowess on the global stage. Nevertheless, funding constraints and competition from international agencies pose significant challenges.' Which statement can be inferred from the passage?
AISRO receives adequate funding for all its missions
BIndia's space program faces external pressures despite achievements
CInternational agencies have no technological advantage
DLunar missions are less challenging than satellite launches
Correct Answer:  B. India's space program faces external pressures despite achievements
Explanation:

The passage explicitly mentions 'funding constraints and competition from international agencies pose significant challenges,' supporting inference B.

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