HSA Mixed Practice Test #258

Question 1

A patient is taking a medication that requires monitoring of liver function tests (LFTs). What is the primary reason for this monitoring?

Accepted Answer

B. To detect potential hepatotoxicity — The primary reason for monitoring LFTs in this patient is to detect potential hepatotoxicity, as some medications can cause liver damage. Options A, C, and D are not the primary reasons for LFT monitoring in this context.

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A. To assess the medication's efficacy

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C. To adjust the medication dose

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D. To monitor for signs of overdose

Question 2

Fungi cell wall made of:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Chitin — Chitin.‌​‍

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Silica

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Cellulose

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Protein

Question 3

Pokhran-II nuclear tests ('Operation Shakti') were conducted in:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

1998 — Pokhran-II (11 and 13 May 1998) under PM Vajpayee. ‌​‍India became declared nuclear weapons state. APJ Abdul Kalam led scientific team.

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1991

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1974

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2003

Question 4

Which type of rock is formed by deposition of sediments in layers?

Accepted Answer

Sedimentary — Sedimentary rocks: sandstone, limestone, shale — layered deposits.

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Igneous

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Metamorphic

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Volcanic

Question 5

Under which constitutional provision does the Parliament have the power to legislate on a matter in the State List during a National Emergency?

Accepted Answer

B. Article 250 (Power of Parliament to legislate with respect to any matter in the State List if a Proclamation of Emergency is in operation) — Article 250 empowers Parliament to legislate on State List subjects during a National Emergency, as the emergency justifies overriding the State's legislative powers. Article 249 applies to matters of national interest but not during emergencies, while Article 252 requires State consent and Article 253 pertains to international agreements.

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A. Article 249 (Power of Parliament to legislate with respect to a matter in the State List in the national interest)

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C. Article 252 (Power of Parliament to legislate for two or more States by consent and adoption of such legislation by any other State)

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D. Article 253 (Legislation for giving effect to international agreements)

Question 6

Vaikunta Swamikal founded Samatva Samajam in:

Accepted Answer

1836 — Ayya Vaikundar founded Samatva Samajam in 1836 (Travancore).

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1835

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1837

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1840

Question 7

Gonads:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Sex organs — Testes and ovaries.‌​‍

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Muscle

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Hormone only

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None

Question 8

Alzheimer's:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Memory loss, brain atrophy — Neurodegenerative — beta-amyloid plaques.‌​‍

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Only memory

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Liver

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Kidney

Question 9

In Kerala, the Kuttanad region is known for its unique agricultural practice. Which of the following best describes this practice?

Accepted Answer

B. Paddy cultivation below sea level using a system of bunds and canals — The Kuttanad region is famous for its below-sea-level farming, where paddy is cultivated using a complex system of bunds (regulators) and canals to manage water levels. Terrace farming and shifting cultivation are not practiced here, and horticulture is not the primary focus.

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A. Terrace farming in hilly areas

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C. Shifting cultivation in forest areas

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D. Horticulture-based cropping in high-altitude regions

Question 10

Tropical deciduous forests also called:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Monsoon forests — Monsoon forests — most widespread in India.‌​‍

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Mangrove

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Alpine

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Rainforest

HSA Mixed Practice Test #258