University Assistant Mixed Practice Test #363

Question 1

What is the primary function of the diaphragm in the human respiratory system?

Accepted Answer

D. To contract and relax, causing inhalation and exhalation — The diaphragm is the primary muscle of respiration. When it contracts, it flattens, increasing the volume of the thoracic cavity and causing inhalation. When it relaxes, it moves upwards, decreasing the volume and causing exhalation. Filtering air occurs in the upper respiratory tract, gas exchange in alveoli, and breathing rate is regulated by the brainstem.

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A. To filter inhaled air

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B. To facilitate gas exchange in the alveoli

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C. To regulate the rate of breathing

Question 2

The Indian law that deals with cyber crimes is the:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Information Technology (IT) Act 2000 — IT Act 2000 (amended 2008) covers electronic commerce, cybercrime, digital signatures.‌​‍

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RTI Act

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Contract Act

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Income Tax Act

Question 3

During a lesson, a student begins to doodle excessively and lose focus. The teacher wants to redirect the student's attention without interrupting the flow of the lesson. Which of the following non-verbal cues would be most effective?

Accepted Answer

B. Walking past the student's desk and placing a hand gently on their shoulder. — Walking past the student and using proximity control or a gentle touch on the shoulder is a highly effective non-verbal intervention that redirects attention without disrupting the entire class. Direct verbal questions interrupt the lesson, public praise is indirect, and intense eye contact can be perceived as aggressive or ineffective if the student isn't looking.

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A. Stopping the lesson and asking the student directly, "Are you paying attention?"

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C. Publicly praising another student for their excellent focus.

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D. Making intense eye contact with the student from across the room until they look up.

Question 4

A teacher in an inclusive classroom notices that a student with a hearing impairment is struggling to follow group discussions. Which of the following strategies would be most effective in ensuring the student's full participation?

Accepted Answer

C. Ensuring clear visibility of the speaker, using visual aids, and encouraging peers to speak one at a time. — For a student with a hearing impairment, effective communication in group settings relies on maximizing visual cues and minimizing auditory interference. Ensuring clear visibility of the speaker (for lip-reading), supplementing with visual aids, and structuring discussions so only one person speaks at a time are proactive strategies that promote real-time participation. Options A and B are reactive and do not facilitate active, real-time engagement, while option D is a partial solution that doesn't fully address the challenges of group discussions.

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A. Providing a transcript of the discussion after the class for the student to review.

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B. Assigning a peer to summarize key points for the student after each discussion.

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D. Moving the student to the front row for all activities to improve sound reception.

Question 5

The '@' symbol in email was introduced by:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Ray Tomlinson — Ray Tomlinson introduced the @ symbol in email addresses in 1971. ‌​‍He is credited with inventing network email.

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Tim Berners-Lee

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Bill Gates

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Larry Page

Question 6

What is the size of PM2.5 particulate matter?‌​‍

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< 2.5 micrometers — Particulate matter ≤2.5 micrometers.‌​‍

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25 um

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2.5 cm

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2.5 mm

Question 7

The Periyar Tiger Reserve is in which Kerala district?

Accepted Answer

Idukki — Periyar Tiger Reserve (Thekkady) is in Idukki; around Periyar artificial lake.

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Palakkad

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Wayanad

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Pathanamthitta

Question 8

The People's Plan Campaign (PPC) launched in Kerala in 1996 marked a significant phase in democratic decentralization. Which of the following statements most accurately reflects a key characteristic and outcome of this initiative concerning local governance?

Accepted Answer

B. It mandated the devolution of a substantial portion of state plan funds (35-40%) directly to Local Self-Governments (LSGs), empowering them to prepare and implement their own annual development plans through participatory processes like Grama Sabhas. — Option B accurately describes the core of the People's Plan Campaign, which devolved 35-40% of the state's plan funds directly to Local Self-Governments (LSGs). This empowered LSGs to formulate and implement their own development plans with extensive public participation, notably through Grama Sabhas. Options A, C, and D misrepresent the campaign's focus, financial mechanisms, or the degree of autonomy granted to local bodies, as the PPC was fundamentally about strengthening participatory local planning and governance.

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A. It primarily focused on administrative reforms by streamlining the state bureaucracy, without directly involving local communities in planning.

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C. The campaign's main objective was to encourage private sector investment in local infrastructure projects, with minimal direct financial transfers to local bodies.

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D. It established an independent planning commission at the district level, which then dictated development priorities to the Grama Panchayats, limiting their autonomy.

Question 9

The NHRC is a:

Accepted Answer

Statutory body (formed by Parliamentary law) — NHRC is a statutory body under the Protection of Human Rights Act, 1993.

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Constitutional body

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Executive body

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Advisory body only

Question 10

Starred question answered:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Orally on floor — Oral answer + supplementary questions.‌​‍

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In writing

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By Speaker

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Not answered

University Assistant Mixed Practice Test #363