Junior Clerk Mixed Practice Test #553

Question 1

Synonym of 'alienable':

Accepted Answer

All of these — Alienable (legal) = capable of being transferred/conveyed.

Answer

Negotiable

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Conveyable

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Transferrable

Question 2

If KING is coded as NIKG, how is QUEEN coded?

Accepted Answer

EEQUN — KING→NIKG pattern: positions (4,2,1,3). Apply to QUEEN (5 letters, use 5,2,1,3,4): NIKG style reorder gives EEQUN.

Answer

EEUQN

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NEEUQ

Answer

NEEQU

Question 3

The Silent Valley National Park is in:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Palakkad — Silent Valley NP lies in the Nilgiri Biosphere Reserve in Palakkad district, Kerala.‌​‍

Answer

Ernakulam

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Idukki

Answer

Wayanad

Question 4

Synonym of EMULATE:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Copy/imitate — Emulate = match or surpass by imitation.‌​‍

Answer

Oppose

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Destroy

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Ignore

Question 5

Which of the following statements best describes a key characteristic of intrinsic motivation in a learning context?

Accepted Answer

C. It involves engaging in an activity for its inherent satisfaction and enjoyment. — Intrinsic motivation is defined by the internal desire to perform an activity for its own sake, deriving satisfaction from the process itself. Options A, B, and D describe characteristics of extrinsic motivation, where the drive comes from external factors or consequences rather than internal enjoyment or satisfaction from the activity itself.

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A. It relies on external rewards like grades or prizes.

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B. It diminishes once the external reward is removed.

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D. It is primarily driven by avoiding punishment or negative consequences.

Question 6

During the process of respiration, where does the primary exchange of oxygen from the inhaled air into the blood, and carbon dioxide from the blood into the air, occur?

Accepted Answer

C. Alveoli — The alveoli are tiny air sacs in the lungs with very thin walls and a rich capillary network, making them the ideal site for efficient gas exchange between the air and the blood. The trachea, bronchi, and pharynx are part of the conducting airways, primarily involved in air transport.

Answer

A. Trachea

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B. Bronchi

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D. Pharynx

Question 7

Two trains same direction. 60 km/h and 40 km/h. Relative:

Accepted Answer

20 — Difference=20.

Answer

100

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80

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40

Question 8

Which of the following is a key component of the National Health Mission (NHM), specifically aimed at improving health outcomes in urban areas?

Accepted Answer

A. National Urban Health Mission (NUHM) — The National Urban Health Mission (NUHM) is a sub-mission under the overarching National Health Mission (NHM), specifically designed to address the health needs of the urban poor and vulnerable populations. The RCH programme and JSSK are components primarily focused on maternal and child health across both rural and urban areas, while NVBDCP targets specific vector-borne diseases.

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B. Reproductive and Child Health (RCH) Programme

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C. Janani Shishu Suraksha Karyakram (JSSK)

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D. National Vector Borne Disease Control Programme (NVBDCP)

Question 9

Walk 4m N, then 3m E. Distance from start:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

5m — Pythagorean 3-4-5.‌​‍

Answer

1m

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6m

Answer

7m

Question 10

Which physiographic region of Kerala is primarily characterized by lateritic soil, laterite rocks, and undulating terrain, often forming small hillocks known as 'mounds'?

Accepted Answer

B. Midland — The Midland region of Kerala, also known as the midland region, is primarily characterized by lateritic soil and undulating terrain with small hillocks called 'mounds.' The Highland is primarily hilly, the Lowland is coastal and flat, and the Coastal plain is primarily sandy and wetland.

Answer

A. Highland

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C. Lowland

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D. Coastal plain

Junior Clerk Mixed Practice Test #553