DCOA Mixed Practice Test #415

Question 1

The smallest bone is in the:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Ear — Stapes (stirrup) in the middle ear is the smallest bone (~3mm).‌​‍

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Hand

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Foot

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Nose

Question 2

In a Kerala government school where Continuous Comprehensive Evaluation (CCE) is implemented, a student scored 'high' in formative assessment rubrics for 'Teamwork and Collaboration'. Which summative component does this directly relate to?

Accepted Answer

B. Grading in co-scholastic areas like 'Attitudes and Values' under CCE — Co-scholastic areas like 'Attitudes and Values' (rubrics: collaboration, empathy) are evaluated using formative data (observations, projects). Summative grades in written exams are NOT directly linked to formative teamwork scores.

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A. Summative grades in final examination based solely on written marks

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C. Teacher-centred evaluation focusing on rote memorisation

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D. Standardised evaluation conducted as a state-level test

Question 3

In a learning environment, extrinsic motivators like grades or rewards are most effective when used to initially engage students in a new task. Which motivational theory supports this approach?

Accepted Answer

B. Cognitive evaluation theory — Cognitive evaluation theory explains how extrinsic rewards can initially motivate learners by providing external regulation, though prolonged use may undermine intrinsic motivation. Self-determination theory (Option A) emphasizes intrinsic motivation, Maslow's hierarchy (Option C) focuses on needs, and expectancy-value theory (Option D) relates to perceived success and value.

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A. Self-determination theory

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C. Maslow's hierarchy of needs

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D. Expectancy-value theory

Question 4

KSEB:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Kerala State Electricity Board — KSEB Ltd — state utility.‌​‍

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Kerala Sports Ed Board

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Kerala Senior Ed B

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Kerala State Env B

Question 5

Kerala backwaters total length:

Accepted Answer

900 km — ~900 km of interconnected waterways.

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500 km

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1,500 km

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2,000 km

Question 6

The Palakkad Gap is a pass through the:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Western Ghats — Palakkad Gap is the only significant break in the Western Ghats, connecting Kerala with Tamil Nadu. ‌​‍It is about 30 km wide.

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Himalayas

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Eastern Ghats

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Vindhya Range

Question 7

Under the Rights of Persons with Disabilities (RPwD) Act, 2016, which of the following conditions is explicitly recognized as one of the specified disabilities, potentially making an individual a 'person with disability'?

Accepted Answer

D. Specific Learning Disability (SLD), such as Dyslexia, affecting academic performance. — The RPwD Act, 2016, expanded the list of recognized disabilities from 7 to 21. Specific Learning Disabilities (SLD), which includes conditions like Dyslexia, Dysgraphia, and Dyscalculia, is explicitly listed as one of these specified disabilities. The other options describe temporary conditions or medical conditions without significant functional limitations, which do not qualify as specified disabilities under the Act.

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A. Seasonal allergies causing discomfort for a few weeks annually.

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B. Temporary fracture of a limb requiring a cast for two months.

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C. Mild hypertension controlled by medication without functional limitations.

Question 8

Tamarind contains:

Accepted Answer

Tartaric acid — Tartaric acid.

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Citric acid

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Lactic acid

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Formic acid

Question 9

Advisory jurisdiction:

Accepted Answer

Art 143 — Article 143 — President seeks opinion.

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Art 131

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Art 136

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Art 226

Question 10

Study of stamps:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Philately — Philately.‌​‍

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Calligraphy

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Numismatics

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Epigraphy

DCOA Mixed Practice Test #415