Plus 2 Lecturer Mixed Practice Test #413

Question 1

A patient expresses a strong desire to adopt a healthier lifestyle, specifically to incorporate regular exercise into their daily routine, but struggles with consistency. Which strategy is most effective in helping this patient establish a new healthy habit?

Accepted Answer

B. Encouraging them to identify specific triggers for inactivity and replace them with cues for exercise. — Habit formation is often linked to cues, routines, and rewards. Identifying triggers for old, undesirable habits (inactivity) and consciously replacing them with cues for the desired new habit (exercise) helps to automate the new behavior over time. Starting with an intense regimen can lead to burnout. Relying solely on willpower is often insufficient for long-term habit change, and waiting for full motivation can delay action indefinitely.

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A. Advising them to start with a very intense workout regimen to see quick results.

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C. Suggesting they rely solely on willpower to overcome the initial discomfort of exercising.

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D. Recommending they wait until they feel fully motivated before starting any exercise program.

Question 2

Riya is excellent at finding novel solutions to complex problems, often thinking outside the box and generating unique ideas that others haven't considered. However, she sometimes struggles with conventional academic tests that require rote memorization. According to Robert Sternberg's Triarchic Theory of Intelligence, which component is most prominent in Riya's intelligence?

Accepted Answer

B. Experiential (Creative) intelligence — Experiential intelligence, also known as creative intelligence, is one of the three components of Sternberg's Triarchic Theory. It involves the ability to deal with novel situations and generate new ideas, which perfectly aligns with Riya's skill in finding novel solutions and thinking outside the box. Analytical intelligence (componential) focuses on problem-solving and analysis, while practical intelligence (contextual) deals with adapting to real-world environments.

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A. Componential (Analytical) intelligence

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C. Contextual (Practical) intelligence

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D. Emotional intelligence

Question 3

Plant cell wall is made of:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Cellulose primarily — Fungal cell wall: chitin. ‌​‍Bacterial: peptidoglycan. Plant secondary wall has lignin too.

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Peptidoglycan

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Protein

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Chitin

Question 4

Arabian Sea cyclone Tauktae Kerala:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

May 2021 — Severe cyclone near Kerala coast.‌​‍

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2020

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2019

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2022

Question 5

Antonym of GOOD:

Accepted Answer

Bad — Good ↔ bad.

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Fine

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Nice

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Positive

Question 6

A victim at a public event suddenly collapses and is unresponsive, not breathing normally. After ensuring the scene is safe, what is the immediate next step in providing first aid for this adult?

Accepted Answer

C. Activate emergency medical services (EMS) and begin chest compressions. — For an unresponsive adult who is not breathing normally, the immediate priority is to activate emergency medical services (EMS) and then begin chest compressions, as this presentation strongly suggests cardiac arrest. Elevating legs is for shock, and searching for identification is secondary to life-saving measures. Current guidelines prioritize compressions over initial rescue breaths for lay rescuers.

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A. Elevate the victim's legs to improve blood flow to the brain.

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B. Administer two rescue breaths immediately.

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D. Search for a medical alert bracelet or identification.

Question 7

K-FON:

Accepted Answer

Kerala Fibre Optic Network — Free/cheap broadband to all households.

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Kerala Food

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Kerala Finance

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None

Question 8

The Palakkad Gap connects Kerala with:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Tamil Nadu — The Palakkad Gap is the only significant break in the Western Ghats, connecting Kerala with Tamil Nadu.‌​‍

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Karnataka

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Goa

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Andhra Pradesh

Question 9

Which of the following is a defining characteristic of a primary social group?

Accepted Answer

C. Close, intimate, and face-to-face interaction with strong emotional ties. — Primary groups are fundamental in shaping an individual's social self and are characterized by close, intimate, face-to-face interactions, strong emotional bonds, and enduring relationships. Examples include family and close friends. Options A and B describe secondary groups, which are typically larger, more impersonal, and formed to achieve specific goals. Option D describes characteristics of formal organizations or professional groups, not primary groups.

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A. Large membership with impersonal and formal relationships.

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B. Relationships are goal-oriented and temporary.

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D. Members are selected based on specific skills or qualifications.

Question 10

Which was the first poem written by Pandit K.P. Karuppan?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Lankamardanam — Lankamardanam — Karuppan's first poem.‌​‍

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Udayanavirunnu

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Sthothramandaram

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Jathikummi

Plus 2 Lecturer Mixed Practice Test #413