LDC Mixed Practice Test #284

Question 1

It is better to ___ a good dictionary to find the exact meaning of the word.

Accepted Answer

look up — 'Look up' = consult a reference source.

Answer

look at

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look for

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look on

Question 2

Which of the following chelating agents is commonly used in the treatment of lead poisoning?

Accepted Answer

C. Dimercaprol (BAL) — Dimercaprol (British Anti-Lewisite, BAL) is a classic chelating agent used to treat poisoning by heavy metals such as lead, arsenic, and mercury. It forms stable, non-toxic complexes with these metals, allowing them to be excreted from the body. Activated charcoal is for general toxin adsorption, while atropine and naloxone are antidotes for specific drug overdoses (cholinergic and opioid, respectively).

Answer

A. Activated charcoal

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B. Atropine

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D. Naloxone

Question 3

G20 comprises approximately:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

19 nations + European Union — G20 = 19 major economies + EU. ‌​‍Now includes African Union (2023). India hosted G20 Summit 2023 (New Delhi, September).

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50 nations

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10 nations

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20 member nations

Question 4

India's Paralympics 2024:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

29 medals (record) — 29 medals — record.‌​‍

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20

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50

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10

Question 5

Arithmetic progression 2, 5, 8, 11: 20th term:

Accepted Answer

59 — a+19d=2+57=59.

Answer

58

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62

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55

Question 6

Which method is considered the MOST effective for sterilizing heat-sensitive medical equipment that cannot withstand high temperatures, such as certain endoscopes?

Accepted Answer

C. Ethylene Oxide (EtO) gas sterilization — Autoclaving (steam sterilization) and boiling water are effective for heat-resistant items but damage heat-sensitive equipment. Ethylene Oxide (EtO) gas sterilization is a low-temperature sterilization method specifically used for heat and moisture-sensitive medical devices, making it the most appropriate choice. Chemical disinfection with 70% alcohol is a disinfectant, not a sterilant, meaning it does not kill all microorganisms, including bacterial spores.

Answer

A. Autoclaving

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B. Boiling water

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D. Chemical disinfection with 70% alcohol

Question 7

The Multidimensional Poverty Index (MPI), developed by UNDP and OPHI, provides a comprehensive measure of poverty across various dimensions beyond just income. Which of the following is NOT one of the three core dimensions directly considered in the calculation of the Global MPI?

Accepted Answer

D. Economic Growth Rate — The Global MPI measures poverty based on deprivations in three core dimensions: Health (nutrition, child mortality), Education (years of schooling, school attendance), and Living Standards (cooking fuel, sanitation, drinking water, electricity, housing, assets). Economic Growth Rate is a macro-economic indicator and is not a direct dimension used in the calculation of the individual or household-level MPI.

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A. Health

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B. Education

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C. Living Standards

Question 8

Nellarachal in Kerala is famous for:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Tea — Nellarachal in Wayanad is a major tea-producing area in Kerala.‌​‍

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Coffee

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Pepper

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Rubber

Question 9

Ordinance issued when:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Parliament not in session — Art 123 — only when Parliament not in session.‌​‍

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Anytime

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Emergency

Answer

Parliament in session

Question 10

Governor's oath by:

Accepted Answer

CJI HC — Chief Justice of concerned High Court.

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President

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CJI SC

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PM

LDC Mixed Practice Test #284