DCOA Mixed Practice Test #397

Question 1

Kannur University:

Accepted Answer

1996 — 1996.

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2000

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1990

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2005

Question 2

A major principle of Erik Erikson's psychosocial development theory is:‌​‍

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Each stage involves a conflict that must be resolved — Erikson's 8 stages each present a psychosocial crisis/conflict to resolve.‌​‍

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Development is based solely on biological factors

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Cultural differences do not impact development

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Development is continuous and uniform

Question 3

Pteridophytes are:‌​‍

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First true vascular plants without seeds — Ferns, horsetails. ‌​‍Reproduce by spores. Sporophyte dominant. ‌​‍Require water for fertilisation.

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Flowering

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Gymnosperms

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Bryophytes

Question 4

Which port in Kerala handles the most cargo?

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Kochi Port — Kochi Port (Cochin Port) is the major port in Kerala and handles the largest volume of cargo.

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Vizhinjam

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Beypore

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Azhikkal

Question 5

Earth's interior layers (from surface):

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Crust, Mantle, Outer Core, Inner Core — Crust (5-70 km). Mantle (to 2900 km). Outer core (liquid Fe-Ni). Inner core (solid, ~1220 km radius).

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Core, Mantle, Crust

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Mantle only

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Crust only

Question 6

The J.C. Daniel Award, Kerala's highest honour in Malayalam cinema, recognizes lifetime contributions. What is the primary educational and cultural message conveyed by honouring such pioneers in the arts?

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A. It highlights the importance of artistic innovation and perseverance in shaping the state's cultural identity, inspiring future generations. — Named after the 'Father of Malayalam Cinema,' the J.C. Daniel Award celebrates individuals who have made enduring contributions to the art form. Its primary message is to acknowledge the pioneering spirit, creativity, and dedication that built and continues to enrich Kerala's cinematic heritage, thereby inspiring new artists and audiences to appreciate and contribute to the state's cultural identity through cinema. It focuses on legacy and inspiration rather than commercial aspects or specific stylistic mandates.

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B. It primarily promotes the commercial viability of Malayalam films in national and international markets.

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C. It encourages the adoption of specific film genres or narrative styles in contemporary Malayalam cinema.

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D. It provides direct financial grants for aspiring filmmakers to produce their debut works.

Question 7

Resistance of a wire depends on:‌​‍

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Length (∝l) and cross-section (∝1/A), and resistivity — R = ρl/A. Resistivity ρ is material property; varies with temperature.‌​‍

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Only area

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Voltage

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Only length

Question 8

Who founded Jatinasini Sabha?‌​‍

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Anandatheerthan — Anandatheerthan (Swami Anandatheertha) founded Jatinasini Sabha to fight caste system.‌​‍

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Thycaud Ayya

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Chattampi Swamikal

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Pandit Karuppan

Question 9

Which is the harvest festival of Kerala?‌​‍

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Onam — Onam is the harvest festival of Kerala, celebrated in the month of Chingam (August-September).‌​‍

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Vishu

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Pooram

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Thiruvathira

Question 10

Nitrogen fixing bacteria in leguminous root nodules:

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Rhizobium (mutualistic with legumes) — Nitrogenase enzyme. Leghaemoglobin protects nitrogenase from O₂. Free-living: Azotobacter (aerobic), Clostridium (anaerobic).

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Azotobacter

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Clostridium

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Nitrosomonas

DCOA Mixed Practice Test #397