Junior Clerk Mixed Practice Test #561

Question 1

A shopkeeper buys an article for ₹800 and sells for ₹920. Profit percentage is:

Accepted Answer

15% — Profit = 120; % = 120/800 × 100 = 15%.

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10%

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12%

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20%

Question 2

Synonym of SYCOPHANT:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Flatterer — One who flatters for personal gain.‌​‍

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Rival

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Enemy

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Critic

Question 3

India's rank by area:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

7th — 7th largest country.‌​‍

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5th

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6th

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8th

Question 4

The main function of erythrocytes (red blood cells) in the human body is to:

Accepted Answer

B. Carry oxygen to tissues — Erythrocytes contain hemoglobin, a protein that efficiently binds to oxygen in the lungs and transports it to various tissues and organs throughout the body. Leukocytes fight infection, platelets initiate clotting, and lymphocytes produce antibodies, which are functions of other blood components.

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A. Produce antibodies

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C. Initiate blood clotting

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D. Fight bacterial infections

Question 5

When a science teacher uses a working model of a volcano to demonstrate an eruption, what primary educational objective is being addressed through this teaching aid?

Accepted Answer

B. To provide a safe and concrete simulation of a complex natural phenomenon. — Working models are excellent for simulating complex or dangerous real-world phenomena in a controlled environment. This allows students to visualize and understand processes that would otherwise be abstract or inaccessible, providing a concrete learning experience without risk.

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A. To enhance students' memorization of geological terms.

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C. To reduce the need for textbook reading and note-taking.

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D. To assess students' prior knowledge about volcanoes.

Question 6

Chandrika (newspaper):‌​‍

Accepted Answer

IUML — Muslim League newspaper.‌​‍

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BJP

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Congress

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CPI

Question 7

What is the focus of the KAVAL PLUS scheme?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Provide protective services to children at risk — Kerala's KAVAL PLUS scheme provides protective services to children at risk of abuse or neglect.‌​‍

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Improve children's educational outcomes

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Provide financial aid to underprivileged children

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Reduce school dropout rates among children

Question 8

Silent Valley National Park is located in which district?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Palakkad — Silent Valley National Park is in Palakkad district. ‌​‍It is one of the last undisturbed tropical evergreen forests in India and is home to the Lion-tailed Macaque.

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Wayanad

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Idukki

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Thrissur

Question 9

A woman visits the family planning clinic requesting a long-acting reversible contraceptive (LARC). She is 35 years old, has two children, and has a history of heavy menstrual bleeding with anemia. Which of the following contraceptive methods would be MOST suitable for her?

Accepted Answer

B. Levonorgestrel-releasing intrauterine system (LNG-IUS). — The LNG-IUS (e.g., Mirena) is particularly suitable for women with heavy menstrual bleeding as it reduces menstrual blood loss by up to 90%. While Cu-IUD does not affect menstrual bleeding, it may exacerbate it. The implant and DMPA can cause irregular bleeding, making them less ideal for this woman.

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A. Copper intrauterine device (Cu-IUD).

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C. Contraceptive implant (etonogestrel).

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D. Depot medroxyprogesterone acetate (DMPA) injection.

Question 10

Ranni tourism:

Accepted Answer

Pathanamthitta — Pathanamthitta.

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Kollam

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Alappuzha

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Idukki

Junior Clerk Mixed Practice Test #561