LGS Mixed Practice Test #184

Question 1

Before beginning a new unit on the photosynthesis process, a biology teacher starts the lesson by discussing the general concept of how living organisms obtain energy and grow, relating it to students' existing knowledge of plant and animal life cycles. This instructional technique is an example of applying which of Ausubel's key concepts?

Accepted Answer

B. Advance organizers — Advance organizers are introductory statements or materials presented before new learning material to provide a conceptual framework and help students connect new information to their existing cognitive structures. This facilitates meaningful learning by making the new content more relatable and organized. Reciprocal teaching is a reading comprehension strategy, guided discovery relates to Bruner, and social constructivism is a broader theory.

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A. Reciprocal teaching

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C. Guided discovery

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D. Social constructivism

Question 2

In the preparation of a sterile ophthalmic solution, which of the following is MOST critical to ensure patient safety?

Accepted Answer

D. Filtering the solution through a 0.22-micron membrane filter — A 0.22-micron filter removes bacteria and particulate matter, which is essential for sterile ophthalmic preparations. While preservatives and pH are important, they do not guarantee sterility. Autoclaving after filtration may degrade heat-sensitive drugs.

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A. Using a preservative with a broad spectrum of activity

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B. Ensuring the pH of the solution is 7.4

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C. Sterilizing the solution by autoclaving after filtration

Question 3

Kerala Police:

Accepted Answer

State Police — State police force.

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Central

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Union

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Private

Question 4

Highest mountain SA:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Aconcagua — Aconcagua, Argentina.‌​‍

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Cotopaxi

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Chimborazo

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Huascarán

Question 5

The green pigment in plants responsible for photosynthesis is:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Chlorophyll — Chlorophyll absorbs light (mainly red and blue) for photosynthesis.‌​‍

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Carotene

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Haemoglobin

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Melanin

Question 6

The protocol used for secure web browsing is:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

HTTPS — HTTPS = HTTP Secure, encrypts data between browser and website using SSL/TLS.‌​‍

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HTTP

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FTP

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SMTP

Question 7

First CinemaScope Malayalam film:

Accepted Answer

Padayottam — Padayottam 1982 first 70mm.

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Thacholi Othenan

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Chemmeen

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Neelakuyil

Question 8

Press Council of India established:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

1965 (statutory body from 1978 Act) — Statutory, not regulatory. ‌​‍Adjudicates complaints against/by press. Chairman traditionally retired SC judge.

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2000

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1947

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1991

Question 9

India's Atomic Energy chair:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Ajit Kumar Mohanty — Ajit Kumar Mohanty.‌​‍

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Rakesh Mohan

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Kamlesh Vyas

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KN Vyas

Question 10

CAA came into force:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

2024 (March) — CAA 2019 rules notified March 2024.‌​‍

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2022

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2025

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2019

LGS Mixed Practice Test #184