Surveyor Mixed Practice Test #892

Question 1

In the context of environmental biotechnology, what is the most significant advantage of employing genetically engineered microorganisms (GEMs) compared to naturally occurring microbial strains for the bioremediation of complex industrial waste containing recalcitrant organic compounds?

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C. GEMs can be specifically designed to possess novel metabolic pathways or enhanced expression of existing enzymes, leading to more efficient and targeted degradation of specific recalcitrant pollutants. — The primary advantage of genetically engineered microorganisms (GEMs) in bioremediation is their ability to be specifically designed. This engineering allows them to acquire novel metabolic pathways or enhance existing enzymatic activities, enabling more efficient and targeted breakdown of recalcitrant organic pollutants that natural microbes struggle to degrade. While other options present potential outcomes or features, they are either overstatements, not universally true, or secondary to the fundamental engineered capability.

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A. GEMs can naturally adapt to a broader spectrum of extreme pH and temperature conditions, making them universally applicable without prior site assessment.

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B. GEMs are capable of completely mineralizing pollutants into inert inorganic compounds, thereby eliminating all secondary environmental impacts.

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D. GEMs require significantly less incubation time and nutrient supplementation in situ, making them a more cost-effective solution for large-scale environmental clean-up projects.

Question 2

A core tenet of India's National Health Policy 2017 is to strengthen primary healthcare as the foundation for achieving universal health coverage. In this context, what is the primary expected contribution of pharmacists at the primary healthcare level, aligned with the policy's objectives?

Accepted Answer

C. Promoting rational drug use, patient counseling, and managing essential medicine supply to prevent drug resistance and ensure accessibility. — The NHP 2017 emphasizes strengthening primary healthcare, where pharmacists play a crucial role beyond mere dispensing. Their contribution includes promoting rational drug use, providing patient counseling on medication adherence and lifestyle, and ensuring efficient management of essential medicine supply. These actions are vital for preventing drug resistance, ensuring equitable access, and supporting universal health coverage, aligning with the policy's goals.

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A. Focusing exclusively on drug dispensing for chronic diseases referred by specialist doctors.

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B. Providing advanced diagnostic services and surgical interventions in rural health centers.

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D. Directly managing large-scale epidemiological surveys and vaccine development programs.

Question 3

Under the National Health Policy 2017, which initiative is primarily aimed at reducing out-of-pocket expenditure for healthcare?

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A. Ayushman Bharat - Pradhan Mantri Jan Arogya Yojana — Ayushman Bharat - PMJAY, launched under the National Health Policy 2017, is a flagship scheme aimed at reducing catastrophic health expenditure by providing financial protection for secondary and tertiary care hospitalization. While Rashtriya Swasthya Bima Yojana (RSBY) also aimed at reducing OOP expenses, it was subsumed under PMJAY. The other options do not focus on financial protection.

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B. National Rural Health Mission

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C. Integrated Disease Surveillance Programme

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D. Rashtriya Swasthya Bima Yojana

Question 4

'I have been living in this house ___ the last ten years.'‌​‍

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for — 'For' is used with duration (ten years).‌​‍

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from

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since

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by

Question 5

The 'Kerala State Award for Outstanding Women' is annually conferred by which department?

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B. Department of Women and Child Development — The 'Kerala State Award for Outstanding Women' is conferred by the Department of Women and Child Development to honor women contributing significantly in various fields. The other departments do not administer this award.

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A. Department of Social Justice

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C. Department of Education

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D. Department of Health Services

Question 6

The opposite of 'success' is:

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Failure — Success ↔ failure.

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Achievement

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Victory

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Triumph

Question 7

Which of the following data collection methods is least suitable for a teacher conducting action research focused on improving students' classroom behavior?

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D. A single, end-of-year standardized psychological assessment administered by an external expert. — Action research emphasizes ongoing, practical, and context-specific data collection that can inform immediate adjustments. Options A, B, and C are all suitable as they provide direct, formative insights into classroom behavior from various perspectives. Option D, a single, external, standardized assessment, is less suitable because it is often summative, not immediate, and less integrated into the teacher's ongoing reflective practice.

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A. Teacher observation checklists and anecdotal records.

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B. Student self-assessment rubrics for behavior.

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C. Peer observation and feedback on student interactions.

Question 8

'RSVP' means:‌​‍

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Please reply (Répondez s'il vous plaît) — French abbreviation for 'please reply'.‌​‍

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Reply please

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Ready to start

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Reserved

Question 9

A student scores high on Sternberg's Sternberg Triarchic Abilities Test (STAT) in the 'practical intelligence' component. Which of the following scenarios BEST illustrates this type of intelligence?

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C. Adapting to a new school environment by learning unwritten social norms. — Sternberg's practical intelligence refers to the ability to apply knowledge to real-world situations and adapt to environmental demands. Scenario C exemplifies this by describing the student's skill in navigating social contexts, a hallmark of practical intelligence. The other options align with analytical intelligence (A), creative intelligence (B), or rote memorization (D).

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A. Solving complex algebraic equations quickly.

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B. Composing a poem using metaphors and rhymes.

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D. Memorizing historical dates and events for a test.

Question 10

International Maritime regime governed by:‌​‍

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UNCLOS (UN Convention on Law of the Sea, 1982) — UNCLOS (effective 1994) establishes territorial waters (12 nm), EEZ (200 nm), freedom of navigation, seabed regime. ‌​‍USA has NOT ratified; China's S. China Sea claims disputed.

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NATO

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WTO

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UN

Surveyor Mixed Practice Test #892