Q. The term 'ameliorate' in the passage most likely means:
A.
to worsen
B.
to improve
C.
to ignore
D.
to complicate
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Solution
'Ameliorate' means to make something better or improve it, which corresponds to the option 'to improve'.
Correct Answer:
B
— to improve
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Q. The term 'anomaly' as used in the passage refers to: (2022)
A.
a standard occurrence
B.
an irregularity
C.
a common practice
D.
a predictable outcome
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Solution
An 'anomaly' is something that deviates from what is standard, normal, or expected, which fits the context of the passage.
Correct Answer:
B
— an irregularity
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Q. The term 'anomaly' in the context of the passage refers to:
A.
a standard occurrence
B.
an irregularity
C.
a common practice
D.
a predictable outcome
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Solution
'Anomaly' refers to something that deviates from what is standard, normal, or expected, indicating an irregularity.
Correct Answer:
B
— an irregularity
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Q. The term 'anomaly' in the passage refers to:
A.
a standard occurrence
B.
a deviation from the norm
C.
a common practice
D.
a predictable outcome
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Solution
An 'anomaly' is something that deviates from what is standard, normal, or expected.
Correct Answer:
B
— a deviation from the norm
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Q. The term 'cognitive dissonance' in the passage suggests a state of:
A.
mental clarity
B.
conflicting beliefs
C.
emotional stability
D.
logical reasoning
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Solution
'Cognitive dissonance' refers to the mental discomfort experienced when holding two conflicting beliefs.
Correct Answer:
B
— conflicting beliefs
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Q. The term 'dichotomy' as used in the passage refers to: (2023)
A.
a single entity
B.
a division into two contrasting parts
C.
a harmonious blend
D.
a complex system
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Solution
'Dichotomy' refers to a division into two parts that are often opposed or contrasted, which is a key theme in the passage.
Correct Answer:
B
— a division into two contrasting parts
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Q. The term 'quintessential' in the passage is used to describe something that is:
A.
the least important
B.
the most typical example
C.
the most complex
D.
the most unusual
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Solution
'Quintessential' means representing the most perfect or typical example of a quality or class, making 'the most typical example' the right answer.
Correct Answer:
B
— the most typical example
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Q. The term 'resilient' in the passage most likely means:
A.
fragile
B.
adaptable
C.
stubborn
D.
unresponsive
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Solution
'Resilient' describes the ability to recover quickly from difficulties, indicating adaptability.
Correct Answer:
B
— adaptable
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Q. The term 'synergy' in the passage implies that: (2023)
A.
individual efforts are ineffective
B.
combined efforts produce a greater effect
C.
collaboration is unnecessary
D.
competition is key
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Solution
'Synergy' refers to the interaction or cooperation of two or more organizations or agents to produce a combined effect greater than the sum of their separate effects, which is a central idea in the passage.
Correct Answer:
B
— combined efforts produce a greater effect
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Q. The tone of the passage can best be described as:
A.
Optimistic and hopeful.
B.
Cynical and dismissive.
C.
Critical and analytical.
D.
Neutral and informative.
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Solution
The passage employs a critical and analytical tone, as it examines the complexities of the subject matter.
Correct Answer:
C
— Critical and analytical.
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Q. The use of 'quintessential' in the passage suggests that the subject is:
A.
the least important
B.
the most typical example
C.
an unusual case
D.
a rare occurrence
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Solution
'Quintessential' means representing the most perfect or typical example of a quality or class.
Correct Answer:
B
— the most typical example
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Q. The use of rhetorical questions in the passage serves to:
A.
Confuse the reader.
B.
Encourage critical thinking.
C.
Provide straightforward answers.
D.
Diminish the importance of the topic.
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Solution
Rhetorical questions are used to encourage critical thinking, prompting the reader to reflect on the issues presented.
Correct Answer:
B
— Encourage critical thinking.
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Q. The word 'ameliorate' in the context of the passage means:
A.
to worsen
B.
to improve
C.
to ignore
D.
to complicate
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Solution
'Ameliorate' means to make something better or improve it, making 'to improve' the correct answer.
Correct Answer:
B
— to improve
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Q. The word 'ameliorate' in the context of the passage most closely means:
A.
to worsen
B.
to improve
C.
to ignore
D.
to complicate
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Solution
'Ameliorate' means to make something better or improve it, making 'to improve' the correct answer.
Correct Answer:
B
— to improve
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Q. The word 'ameliorate' in the passage is closest in meaning to:
A.
deteriorate
B.
improve
C.
ignore
D.
complicate
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Solution
'Ameliorate' means to make something better, which aligns with 'improve'.
Correct Answer:
B
— improve
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Q. The word 'ameliorate' in the passage most closely means:
A.
to worsen
B.
to improve
C.
to ignore
D.
to complicate
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Solution
'Ameliorate' means to make something better or improve it.
Correct Answer:
B
— to improve
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Q. The word 'ameliorate' in the passage most nearly means:
A.
to worsen
B.
to improve
C.
to ignore
D.
to complicate
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Solution
'Ameliorate' means to make something better or improve it.
Correct Answer:
B
— to improve
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Q. The word 'cognizant' in the passage indicates that individuals are: (2023)
A.
ignorant
B.
aware
C.
confused
D.
indifferent
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Solution
'Cognizant' means being aware or having knowledge of something, which is relevant to the discussion in the passage.
Correct Answer:
B
— aware
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Q. The word 'cognizant' in the passage most closely means:
A.
ignorant
B.
aware
C.
confused
D.
indifferent
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Solution
'Cognizant' means being aware or having knowledge of something.
Correct Answer:
B
— aware
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Q. The word 'dichotomy' in the passage refers to:
A.
a single entity
B.
a division into two parts
C.
a complex system
D.
a harmonious relationship
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Solution
'Dichotomy' means a division into two contrasting parts, making 'a division into two parts' the correct definition.
Correct Answer:
B
— a division into two parts
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Q. The word 'ephemeral' in the context of the passage suggests that something is:
A.
long-lasting
B.
temporary
C.
permanent
D.
unpredictable
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Solution
'Ephemeral' means lasting for a very short time, indicating transience.
Correct Answer:
B
— temporary
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Q. The word 'ephemeral' in the passage most likely refers to something that is: (2023)
A.
long-lasting
B.
temporary
C.
permanent
D.
unpredictable
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Solution
'Ephemeral' means lasting for a very short time, which aligns with the context of the passage discussing fleeting trends.
Correct Answer:
B
— temporary
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Q. The word 'esoteric' in the passage is best understood as:
A.
widely known
B.
understood by a select few
C.
easily accessible
D.
common knowledge
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Solution
'Esoteric' refers to knowledge that is intended for or likely to be understood by only a small number of people with specialized knowledge.
Correct Answer:
B
— understood by a select few
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Q. The word 'quintessential' in the passage is best understood as:
A.
average
B.
typical
C.
unusual
D.
complex
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Solution
'Quintessential' refers to the most perfect or typical example of a quality or class, thus 'typical' is the best fit.
Correct Answer:
B
— typical
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Q. Two bells toll at intervals of 15 seconds and 20 seconds. If they toll together at 12:00 PM, when will they toll together again? (2023)
A.
12:05 PM
B.
12:10 PM
C.
12:15 PM
D.
12:20 PM
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Solution
The LCM of 15 and 20 is 60 seconds. Therefore, they will toll together again at 12:01 PM.
Correct Answer:
B
— 12:10 PM
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Q. Two numbers have an HCF of 7 and an LCM of 84. If one of the numbers is 21, what is the other number? (2023)
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Solution
Using the relationship between HCF, LCM, and the numbers: (21 * x) / 7 = 84. Solving gives x = 42.
Correct Answer:
B
— 42
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Q. Two numbers have an HCF of 8 and an LCM of 72. If one of the numbers is 16, what is the other number? (2023)
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Solution
Using the relationship LCM = (Product of the numbers) / HCF, we can find the other number: 72 = (16 * x) / 8, leading to x = 24.
Correct Answer:
B
— 24
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Q. What can be concluded about the applications of digital sum based on the passage? (2023)
A.
They are limited to theoretical mathematics.
B.
They are diverse and widespread in technology.
C.
They are primarily used in educational contexts.
D.
They are mostly outdated and rarely used.
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Solution
The passage indicates that the applications of digital sum are diverse and widespread in technology, showcasing its versatility.
Correct Answer:
B
— They are diverse and widespread in technology.
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Q. What can be concluded about the author's perspective on fossil fuels?
A.
They are essential for economic growth.
B.
They are a temporary solution.
C.
They are the only viable energy source.
D.
They should be completely eliminated.
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Solution
The author suggests that fossil fuels are a temporary solution, advocating for a shift to renewable sources.
Correct Answer:
B
— They are a temporary solution.
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Q. What can be concluded about the author's perspective on individual responsibility in addressing inequalities? (2023)
A.
Individual responsibility is the sole factor in reducing inequalities.
B.
The author believes individual actions are insignificant.
C.
The author advocates for a balance between individual and systemic solutions.
D.
Individual responsibility is irrelevant to the discussion of inequalities.
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Solution
The author suggests that both individual actions and systemic changes are necessary to effectively address inequalities.
Correct Answer:
C
— The author advocates for a balance between individual and systemic solutions.
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