University Assistant Mixed Practice Test #381

Question 1

A patient suddenly experiences a "fight-or-flight" response due to an acute stressor. Which division of the autonomic nervous system is primarily responsible for mediating these physiological changes, such as increased heart rate and dilated pupils?

Accepted Answer

D. Sympathetic nervous system — The sympathetic nervous system is responsible for the body's "fight-or-flight" response, preparing the body for stressful situations by increasing heart rate, dilating pupils, and diverting blood flow. The parasympathetic nervous system promotes "rest and digest" functions. The somatic nervous system controls voluntary muscle movements, and the enteric nervous system regulates the gastrointestinal tract.

Answer

A. Parasympathetic nervous system

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B. Somatic nervous system

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C. Enteric nervous system

Question 2

Vaikom Satyagraha began on:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

30 March 1924 — Vaikom Satyagraha began on 30 March 1924 demanding temple access for lower castes.‌​‍

Answer

12 November 1936

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26 January 1930

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1 November 1931

Question 3

Stress phases (Selye's GAS — General Adaptation Syndrome):‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Alarm, Resistance, Exhaustion — Hans Selye (1936). ‌​‍Chronic stress → exhaustion → illness. HPA axis, cortisol involved.

Answer

Two

Answer

Only one

Answer

Random

Question 4

According to Spearman's Two-Factor Theory of Intelligence, which of the following best describes the 'g' factor?

Accepted Answer

B. It represents a general mental energy that influences all cognitive abilities. — Spearman's 'g' factor refers to a general mental ability that underlies all cognitive tasks. Option B correctly describes this as a broad, influencing factor, while options A, C, and D refer to specific or secondary aspects of intelligence that are not the 'g' factor.

Answer

A. It is a specific ability that varies across different cognitive tasks.

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C. It is a measure of crystallized intelligence that improves with age.

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D. It is a narrow skill related to problem-solving in mathematics.

Question 5

Vaikunda Swami (Ayya Vaikundar), a pioneer social reformer of south Travancore, belonged to which community?

Accepted Answer

Nadar (Channar) — Vaikunda Swami (1809–1851) was a 19th-century Nadar reformer who opposed caste oppression in south Travancore.

Answer

Ezhava

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Nair

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Brahmin

Question 6

What comes next: J, F, M, A, M, J, J, ?

Accepted Answer

A — Months: Jan, Feb, Mar, Apr, May, Jun, Jul, Aug. Next = A (August).

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S

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O

Answer

N

Question 7

By next year, I ___ here for 10 years.

Accepted Answer

will have worked — Future perfect: will have + V3 for action completed by a future time.

Answer

will work

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will be working

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would work

Question 8

Find the next number: 646, 624, 1774, ?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

552 — Differences and patterns vary; standard PSC answer key marks 552 for this series.‌​‍

Answer

263

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331

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467

Question 9

Which are the places to visit ___ Italy?

Accepted Answer

in — Preposition 'in' used with countries.

Answer

at

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on

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of

Question 10

Which of the following compounds is a common ingredient in oral rehydration solutions (ORS) used to treat dehydration?

Accepted Answer

D. All of the above — Oral rehydration solutions typically contain a combination of sodium citrate, potassium chloride, and dextrose to replenish electrolytes and provide energy. Each component plays a specific role in rehydration therapy.

Answer

A. Sodium citrate

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B. Potassium chloride

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C. Dextrose

University Assistant Mixed Practice Test #381