DCOA Mixed Practice Test #460

Question 1

The greenhouse gas with the highest contribution to global warming is:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Carbon dioxide — CO₂ is the largest contributor to anthropogenic greenhouse effect by volume.‌​‍

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Methane

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CFCs

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Nitrous oxide

Question 2

NEP 2020 emphasizes the need for continuous professional development (CPD) for teachers. SCERT Kerala has also initiated various programs aligning with this. Which of the following is a key characteristic of the CPD modules envisioned by NEP for teachers, aiming to enhance their pedagogical skills?

Accepted Answer

B. A minimum of 50 hours of CPD per teacher per year, focusing on areas like experiential learning, ICT, and inclusive education. — NEP 2020 mandates a minimum of 50 hours of Continuous Professional Development (CPD) per teacher per year, with a focus on areas such as experiential learning, art-integrated learning, ICT, and inclusive education. This is aimed at keeping teachers updated with new pedagogies and subject content. Options A, C, and D describe scenarios that do not align with the comprehensive and continuous nature of CPD as outlined in NEP.

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A. Mandatory annual training of exactly 10 hours focused solely on administrative tasks.

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C. One-time certification program at the beginning of their career, with no further training required.

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D. Optional workshops offered only during summer vacations, without any specific learning outcomes.

Question 3

The highest civilian award in India is:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Bharat Ratna — Bharat Ratna is the highest civilian award. ‌​‍Order: Bharat Ratna > Padma Vibhushan > Padma Bhushan > Padma Shri.

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Padma Shri

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Padma Bhushan

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Padma Vibhushan

Question 4

Puncak Jaya in:

Accepted Answer

Indonesia — Highest Oceania (4884m).

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PNG

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Malaysia

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Philippines

Question 5

A high school history teacher is concerned about the lack of critical thinking skills among her students when analyzing primary sources. She embarks on an action research project to test a new instructional strategy involving guided inquiry questions. Through this process, she is most likely to experience:

Accepted Answer

B. An enhanced understanding of her teaching practices and increased professional empowerment. — Action research is empowering for teachers as it involves them in systematic inquiry into their own practice, leading to deeper understanding and professional growth. It enhances autonomy, rather than reducing it (A), as the teacher is the primary researcher and decision-maker. It does not typically lead to pressure for broad generalization (C) or definitive universal solutions (D), as its focus is on context-specific improvement.

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A. A reduction in her autonomy as an educator due to adherence to strict research protocols.

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C. Pressure to generalize her findings to other history teachers without sufficient evidence.

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D. A definitive solution applicable to all future teaching challenges in critical thinking.

Question 6

Adrenaline from:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Adrenal gland — Fight or flight hormone.‌​‍

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Pancreas

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Pituitary

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Thyroid

Question 7

Kerala GSDP rank (approx):

Accepted Answer

Top 10 — Among top 10 states by GSDP.

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Top 5

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10-15

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Bottom

Question 8

Ujjwala Yojana provides:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Free LPG connections to BPL families — PM Ujjwala Yojana (2016) provides free LPG gas connections to women from BPL households.‌​‍

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Free electricity

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Free laptops

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Free Wi-Fi

Question 9

Most abundant gas in atmosphere:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Nitrogen — Nitrogen — 78% of Earth's atmosphere.‌​‍

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Carbon dioxide

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Argon

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Oxygen

Question 10

Chunnel (Channel Tunnel):

Accepted Answer

Rail under English Channel — Rail tunnel UK-France.

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Road tunnel

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Shipping

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Air

DCOA Mixed Practice Test #460