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Q.131 Hard Reading Comprehension
Read and analyze: 'The implementation of the Goods and Services Tax (GST) has streamlined India's indirect taxation system since 2017. Compliance costs for businesses have reduced significantly. Nevertheless, small traders continue to face challenges with GST registration and documentation.' What does the passage imply?
AGST is completely ineffective for small businesses
BGST benefits large businesses more than small traders
CGST should be abolished entirely
DAll businesses have benefited equally from GST
Correct Answer:  B. GST benefits large businesses more than small traders
Explanation:

The passage shows GST streamlined the system and reduced compliance costs broadly, but identifies that small traders 'continue to face challenges,' implying unequal benefits.

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Q.132 Hard Reading Comprehension
Correct the sentence: 'Each of the participating nations are required to submit their renewable energy targets and implementation plans to the United Nations by the end of the fiscal year.'
A'are' should be 'is'; 'their' should be 'its'
B'are' should be 'is' only
C'their' should be 'its' only
DNo correction needed
Correct Answer:  A. 'are' should be 'is'; 'their' should be 'its'
Explanation:

'Each' is singular, requiring 'is' instead of 'are'. When referring to 'each,' use singular 'its' instead of plural 'their'.

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Q.133 Easy Reading Comprehension
Select the word most similar in meaning to AMELIORATE:
AWorsen
BImprove
CComplicate
DIgnore
Correct Answer:  B. Improve
Explanation:

Ameliorate means to improve or make better. Option B is the correct synonym.

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Q.134 Easy Reading Comprehension
Read the passage and answer: 'Artificial Intelligence has revolutionized numerous sectors including healthcare, finance, and education. The integration of AI-driven solutions has improved diagnostic accuracy and personalized learning experiences. However, concerns about data privacy and job displacement remain significant challenges.' What is the primary concern mentioned about AI implementation?
AImproved diagnostic accuracy
BData privacy and job displacement
CIntegration in healthcare
DPersonalized learning experiences
Correct Answer:  B. Data privacy and job displacement
Explanation:

The passage explicitly states that 'concerns about data privacy and job displacement remain significant challenges,' making this the primary concern mentioned.

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Q.135 Easy Reading Comprehension
Identify the error in the sentence: 'The government has announce new policies to address climate change and environmental degradation.'
ASubject-verb agreement error
BTense inconsistency
CMissing article
DNo error
Correct Answer:  A. Subject-verb agreement error
Explanation:

'has announce' is incorrect; it should be 'has announced.' The auxiliary verb 'has' requires the past participle form.

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Q.136 Easy Reading Comprehension
Correct the sentence: 'Each of the students are required to submit their assignment by Friday.'
AEach of the students is required to submit their assignment by Friday.
BEach of the students are required to submit his assignment by Friday.
CAll of the students are required to submit their assignment by Friday.
DEach student are required to submit their assignment by Friday.
Correct Answer:  A. Each of the students is required to submit their assignment by Friday.
Explanation:

'Each' is singular and requires a singular verb 'is' instead of 'are.' The pronoun 'their' is acceptable in modern English for singular indefinite reference.

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Q.137 Medium Reading Comprehension
Arrange the sentences logically: A) Machine learning algorithms analyze vast datasets to identify patterns. B) These patterns enable organizations to make data-driven decisions. C) Data science has become essential in modern business operations. D) Subsequently, competitive advantages increase significantly.
AC-A-B-D
BA-C-B-D
CC-B-A-D
DA-B-C-D
Correct Answer:  A. C-A-B-D
Explanation:

C introduces the main topic, A explains the process, B shows the result, and D concludes with the ultimate benefit. This creates a logical progression.

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Q.138 Medium Reading Comprehension
Cloze Test: 'The recent advancement in quantum computing has ____ tremendous potential for solving complex problems. Scientists believe that quantum computers will ____ classical computers in processing speed within the next decade.'
Ademonstrated, excel; surpass
Bdemonstrated; surpass
Cdisplay; exceed
Dshown; prevail
Correct Answer:  B. demonstrated; surpass
Explanation:

'demonstrated' fits the context of showing potential, and 'surpass' correctly indicates exceeding classical computers in capability.

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Q.139 Medium Reading Comprehension
Read the passage: 'India's renewable energy capacity has grown exponentially, with solar power installations reaching 60 GW by 2024. The government's commitment to achieving 500 GW of renewable energy by 2030 reflects its climate action pledge. However, infrastructure challenges and intermittency issues persist.' Which statement is NOT supported by the passage?
AIndia has significant solar power capacity
BThe government aims for 500 GW renewable capacity by 2030
CRenewable energy will completely replace fossil fuels by 2030
DInfrastructure challenges exist in renewable energy deployment
Correct Answer:  C. Renewable energy will completely replace fossil fuels by 2030
Explanation:

The passage mentions a target of 500 GW renewable capacity but never states that it will completely replace fossil fuels. This inference is not supported.

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Q.140 Easy Reading Comprehension
Identify the error: 'The committee members have deliberated on the proposal, and they has decided to implement it next month.'
AIncorrect use of 'and'
BSubject-verb agreement error with 'has'
CTense inconsistency
DMissing punctuation
Correct Answer:  B. Subject-verb agreement error with 'has'
Explanation:

'they' is plural and requires the plural verb 'have' instead of 'has.' The pronoun 'they' must agree with a plural verb form.

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