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Why was Mahatma Gandhi killed by an assassin?
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Solution: Step 1: Understand the context of Gandhi's assassination from the given passage. Step 2: Identify the reason mentioned for Gandhi's assassination. Step 3: The passage states that Gandhi was shot dead by a Hindu extremist who believed Gandhi was too soft on Muslims. Step 4: Match this reason with the given options to select the correct answer.
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What is stated about the enjoyment derived from owning material possessions in relation to wealth?
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Solution: Step 1: The question focuses on the 'enjoyment of the physical possession of things' as a 'privilege of wealth'. Step 2: The correct option, 'is one of the privileges of wealth which has not been changed', implies that while other aspects of wealth might have evolved, the satisfaction of owning things remains a constant privilege. Step 3: This suggests a continuity in how wealth confers certain benefits related to material ownership. Step 4: Therefore, this option best captures the unchanging nature of this specific privilege.
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What distinctive quality of corduroy is highlighted by the author in the passage?
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Solution: Step 1: Focus on the author's stated 'special quality' of corduroy. Step 2: The options describe various attributes. The option 'both the rich and that not-so rich can afford to buy it' highlights its accessibility and widespread appeal, often considered a special quality for a material. Step 3: This characteristic suggests broad utility and democratic appeal, which is a unique 'virtue' compared to specific material compositions or care instructions. Step 4: Therefore, the affordability for diverse economic groups is identified as the special quality.
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What is the author's perspective on globalization in India?
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Solution: The author seems to be critical and speculative about globalization in India. The passage raises questions about the impact of globalization on social inequality, poverty, and other aspects of Indian society. The author does not express a clear emotional stance but rather encourages the reader to consider the complexities and potential consequences of globalization in India.
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Interpret the meaning of the statement: 'The manager would like you to help Dhiraj.'
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Solution: Step 1: Analyze the phrase 'would like you to'. This is a polite and common way to express a wish, preference, or desire for someone to perform an action. Step 2: The sentence means that the manager wishes or wants you to provide assistance to Dhiraj. Step 3: Evaluate the options: * 'the manager would like you if you help Dhiraj': This implies conditional liking, not the primary meaning of the request. * 'the manager desires you to help Dhiraj': 'Desires' is a direct and accurate synonym for 'would like (you to)' in this context, effectively conveying the manager's wish. * 'the manager likes you because you help Dhiraj': Implies a reason for liking, not the primary meaning of the request/desire. * 'Dhiraj expects the manager to tell you to help him': Shifts the focus to Dhiraj's expectations. * 'it will be a help to the manager if you like Dhiraj': Irrelevant to the meaning of the original statement. Step 4: 'the manager desires you to help Dhiraj' is the most accurate interpretation of the original statement.
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According to the passage, how do empowered women impact the prospects for the next generation?
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Solution: Step 1: Locate the relevant information in the passage. Step 2: Identify the specific sentence: 'Empowered women contribute to the health and productivity of whole families and communities and to improved prospects for the next generation.' Step 3: Analyze the sentence to understand the impact. Step 4: Choose the correct answer based on the information provided. Step 5: The correct answer is 'By contributing to health and productivity'.
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A data warehouse serves as the main source of an organization's historical data, often called its corporate memory. For instance, an organization might use its data warehouse to determine the number of specific stock items sold on a particular day in a particular year. Is the statement about a warehouse being a source of historical data true?
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Solution: Step 1: Understand the definition and purpose of a data warehouse. Step 2: Recognize that a data warehouse is used for storing historical data, referred to as corporate memory. Step 3: Acknowledge the example provided shows its use in retrieving specific historical sales data. Step 4: Conclude that the statement about a data warehouse being a source of historical data is accurate. Step 5: Therefore, the correct answer is: TRUE
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Which factors contributed to the success of Indian films according to a given passage about the film industry's growth?
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Solution: Step 1: The passage suggests that multiple factors contributed to the success of Indian films. Step 2: It mentions the affordability of cinema, advancements in technology (sound and dialogue), and India's independence as influential factors. Step 3: The passage also highlights the creation of classic films during the Golden Era and the upsurge of musical audio and visual elements in movies. Step 4: Based on this information, the correct answer can be inferred as all of the mentioned factors (wider range of classic movies, embracing sounds and dialogues, being entitled as an autonomous country, and upsurge of musical elements).
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What can be inferred about the term 'fringe' based on its usage in a given passage?
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Solution: The term 'fringe' in the passage refers to practices that are considered unconventional or on the outskirts of mainstream medical practices. These include meditation, yoga, massage, and aromatherapy, which are viewed as marginal by the medical community. Therefore, the correct answer is: Marginal in relation to something.
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What does the phrase 'added another feather to its cap' imply in the context of an organization's achievement?
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Solution: Step 1: Understand the given idiom 'added another feather to its cap' Step 2: The idiom means to accomplish something that brings pride or recognition. Step 3: Analyze the provided statements: I. ISRO has worked hard on building its rapport among other space research organizations. II. ISRO has made an accomplishment that made the nation proud. III. ISRO has become the apex space research institute of the world. Step 4: Determine which statement aligns with the meaning of the idiom. Step 5: Only statement II directly relates to the idiom's meaning, as it implies an accomplishment that brings pride. Step 6: Hence, the correct answer is 'Only II'.
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A data warehouse is primarily used for an organization's historical data. Is it accurate to say that a data warehouse serves mainly as a repository for an organization's current data?
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Solution: Step 1: Understand the primary purpose of a data warehouse. Step 2: Note that a data warehouse is mainly for historical data analysis. Step 3: Recognize that while it may contain some current data, its primary role is not to store current operational data. Step 4: Conclude that stating a data warehouse primarily serves for current data is not accurate. Step 5: Therefore, the correct answer is: FALSE
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Read the passage about the social media industry and answer the question. A leading social media company, once dominant, is now facing a crisis with significant financial losses and restructuring.
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Solution: Step 1: Identify the relevant information in the passage regarding the number of major overhauls. Step 2: The passage states that the company has gone through 'four major overhauls in the last five years.' Step 3: Conclude the correct answer based on the information provided in the passage.
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Read the passage about data warehouses and determine if the statement that another term for historical data is 'corporate memory' is true or false.
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Solution: Step 1: Understand the passage provided about data warehouses. Step 2: Note that the passage describes a data warehouse as a source of an organization's historical data, referred to as its corporate memory. Step 3: Identify that the passage uses 'corporate memory' and 'historical data' interchangeably. Step 4: Since the passage directly states that another phrase for historical data is 'corporate memory', we can infer that the statement is correct. Step 5: Therefore, the correct answer is: TRUE.
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According to the passage, what was Cyril's reason for making drawings of athletes?
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Solution: Step 1: Thoroughly read the entire passage to grasp its overall theme and context. Step 2: Locate the specific information or segment within the passage relevant to the question asked about Cyril's drawings of athletes. Step 3: Analyze the identified text, drawing inferences or extracting direct details regarding the motivation behind his actions. Step 4: Evaluate each given option against the information and understanding derived from the passage. Step 5: Select the option that is most accurately and directly supported by the text as the reason.
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According to the passage, what are the benefits of fasting or temporarily giving up pleasures?
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Solution: The passage suggests that fasting or temporarily giving up pleasures brings joy in eating and helps one learn to appreciate food and other pleasures more. This is because temporary deprivation renews and refreshes one's desire for them. The correct answer is: It brings joy in eating, and one learns to appreciate food.
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Two cousins, one older and one younger, live in different regions of the United States. What can be inferred about their ages?
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Solution: Step 1: The problem states that Arun has a younger cousin named Ravi. Step 2: From this information, we can infer that Arun is older than Ravi. Step 3: The other options cannot be supported by the given information.
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Based on the passage, what was Cyril's objective in dissecting dead birds?
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Solution: Step 1: Thoroughly read the entire passage to grasp its overall theme and context. Step 2: Locate the specific information or segment within the passage relevant to the question asked about Cyril's dissection of dead birds. Step 3: Analyze the identified text, drawing inferences or extracting direct details regarding his purpose or intent. Step 4: Evaluate each given option against the information and understanding derived from the passage. Step 5: Select the option that is most accurately and directly supported by the text as the objective.
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Which statement supports the argument for holding simultaneous elections for the Lok Sabha and State Assemblies?
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Solution: Step 1: Evaluate Statement I: It suggests that simultaneous polls privilege national issues over regional ones, which does not strengthen the case. Step 2: Evaluate Statement II: It proposes a logistical approach but does not inherently strengthen the argument for simultaneous elections. Step 3: Evaluate Statement III: It mentions that election expenditure will decrease and ruling parties can focus on governance, directly supporting the case. Step 4: Conclusion: Only Statement III strengthens the argument.
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Read a passage about India's economic growth and workforce challenges. What can be inferred about wages in developing countries compared to developed ones?
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Solution: Step 1: Identify relevant passage - Discusses India's economic growth and skilled labor challenges. Step 2: Locate key statement - "young, motivated engineers, scientists, and managers offering developed-world skills at developing-world wages." Step 3: Analyze statement - Implies lower wages in developing countries attract global companies. Step 4: Draw inference - Wages in developing countries are less than in developed countries. Step 5: Choose correct option - Option D directly aligns with the inference.
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Explain the meaning of the statement: '"The food in this hotel is no match to what we were forced at late hours in Hotel Kohinoor."'
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Solution: Step 1: Analyze the key phrase 'no match to'. This phrase indicates that something is inferior or not comparable in quality to something else. Step 2: The sentence states 'The food in this hotel is no match to what we were forced at late hours in Hotel Kohinoor'. This means the food in 'this hotel' (the current one) is *inferior* in quality compared to the food served in 'Hotel Kohinoor'. Step 3: Therefore, it logically follows that Hotel Kohinoor's food was *better* quality than the food currently being discussed. Step 4: Evaluate the options: * 'The food in this hotel is quite good compared to what we ate at Kohinoor': Incorrect, 'no match' implies inferiority. * 'Hotel Kohinoor served us good quality food than what we get here': This accurately aligns with the interpretation that Hotel Kohinoor's food was superior. * 'Both hotels have maintained good quality of food': Incorrect. * 'Both hotels serve poor quality of food': Incorrect. * 'it is better to eat food than remain hungry': Irrelevant. Step 5: The correct option accurately conveys that Hotel Kohinoor served better quality food than the current hotel.
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