Surveyor Mixed Practice Test #184

Question 1

Ranking: 15 students. Priya 8th from front. From back?

Accepted Answer

8 — In a line of N people, (rank from front) + (rank from back) = N + 1. So rank from back = 15 − 8 + 1 = 8.

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7

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9

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6

Question 2

Synonym of INNATE:

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Inborn — Existing from birth.

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Acquired

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Learned

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External

Question 3

Despite its immense popularity in several Commonwealth nations, cricket has only made sporadic appearances in the Olympic Games, with efforts ongoing for its re-inclusion. Considering the demands of a multi-sport event, which format of cricket is most widely discussed for potential Olympic inclusion, and why?

Accepted Answer

C. Twenty20 (T20) cricket, owing to its shorter duration, fast-paced action, and appeal to a broader global audience. — Twenty20 (T20) cricket is the most widely discussed format for Olympic inclusion because its shorter duration (around 3 hours per match) fits well within the tight scheduling constraints of a multi-sport event. Its fast-paced, high-scoring nature is also more appealing to a diverse global audience and aligns with the Olympic desire for dynamic, accessible sports. Test and ODI formats are too lengthy for the Olympics, and 'The Hundred' is a relatively new, regionally specific format, less likely for global adoption at this stage.

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A. Test Cricket, due to its historical significance and comprehensive display of skill.

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B. One-Day Internationals (ODIs), offering a balanced duration and strategic depth.

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D. The Hundred, as a newer, even shorter format designed for explosive entertainment.

Question 4

A word that sounds the same but has different meanings (e.g., 'bat' animal vs 'bat' sports equipment) is a:

Accepted Answer

Homophone / Homonym — Homonyms: same spelling/pronunciation, different meanings; homophones: same sound, different spellings.

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Synonym

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Antonym

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Adjective

Question 5

Which river forms the boundary between India and Nepal for a long stretch?‌​‍

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Kali (Mahakali) — The Kali (Mahakali) River forms a significant part of the India-Nepal border in Uttarakhand.‌​‍

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Gandak

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Rapti

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Kosi

Question 6

The Great Barrier Reef is off the coast of:‌​‍

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Australia — The Great Barrier Reef is off northeastern Australia — the world's largest coral reef system.‌​‍

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USA

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Brazil

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India

Question 7

The Temple Entry Proclamation of 1936 in Travancore was a landmark social reform. Beyond its immediate impact on religious access, what broader socio-political implication did it hold for the marginalized communities in the state?

Accepted Answer

B. It significantly empowered the political movements of the marginalized communities, bolstering their demands for civil rights, education, and representation. — The Temple Entry Proclamation was a symbolic victory that, while not immediately abolishing the caste system, significantly boosted the morale and political leverage of marginalized communities. It served as a powerful catalyst, fueling further demands for equal civil rights, educational opportunities, and political representation, thereby empowering their socio-political movements rather than leading to an immediate abolition of the caste system or a mass exodus.

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A. It led to the immediate and complete abolition of the caste system and all associated discriminatory practices throughout Travancore state.

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C. It resulted in the Travancore state adopting a policy of complete separation of religion from all public institutions, including schools and government offices.

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D. It prompted a mass migration of upper-caste individuals from Travancore, fearing the loss of their traditional social and economic privileges.

Question 8

Rotation matrix by angle θ:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

[[cos,-sin],[sin,cos]] — Counter-clockwise rotation. ‌​‍Product of two rotations is a rotation by sum of angles.

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Zero matrix

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[[sin,cos],[-cos,sin]]

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Identity

Question 9

Which of the following is a COMMON cause of chemical instability in liquid oral dosage forms?

Accepted Answer

B. Hydrolysis — Hydrolysis is a common cause of chemical instability in liquid oral dosage forms, leading to drug degradation. Exposure to light (A) primarily causes photolysis, which is a different type of instability. Microbial contamination (C) is a physical issue, and poor packaging (D) is not a direct cause of chemical instability.

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A. Exposure to light

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C. Microbial contamination

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D. Poor packaging material

Question 10

Which is the only district in Kerala without a coastline on the Arabian Sea?

Accepted Answer

Both Idukki and Wayanad — Both Idukki and Wayanad are landlocked districts with no Arabian Sea coastline.

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Idukki

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Wayanad

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Pathanamthitta

Surveyor Mixed Practice Test #184