University Assistant Mixed Practice Test #404

Question 1

Entrepreneurship definition:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Starting and managing a business venture involving innovation and risk — Schumpeter's creative destruction. ‌​‍Drucker called innovation the specific tool of entrepreneurship.

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Only ownership

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Only employment

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Only management

Question 2

Which of the following bones is part of the axial skeleton?

Accepted Answer

C. Ribs — The axial skeleton forms the central axis of the body and includes the skull, vertebral column, and thoracic cage (ribs and sternum). The femur (thigh bone), humerus (upper arm bone), and tibia (shin bone) are all part of the appendicular skeleton, which consists of the limbs and their girdles.

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A. Femur

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B. Humerus

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D. Tibia

Question 3

The Right to Education (RTE) Act, 2009, mandates that private unaided schools reserve 25% of entry-level seats for children from disadvantaged groups. Which of the following statements regarding the financial aspect of this provision is accurate?

Accepted Answer

C. The State Government reimburses the school for the expenditure based on the per-child cost in government schools or actual fees, whichever is lower. — The RTE Act, 2009, mandates private unaided schools to reserve 25% of seats for children from disadvantaged groups and weaker sections. The Act further specifies (Section 12(2)) that the State Government shall reimburse these schools for the expenditure incurred, based on the per-child expenditure in government schools or the actual fee charged, whichever is less. Options A, B, and D describe incorrect or incomplete reimbursement mechanisms.

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A. Private schools are expected to absorb the costs incurred for these students as part of their corporate social responsibility.

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B. The Central Government directly funds these schools for the education of the reserved quota students.

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D. A special fund is established at the district level, managed by local self-governments, to cover these educational expenses.

Question 4

Cellulose is polymer of:

Accepted Answer

β-glucose (β-1,4 linkages) — Straight chains, hydrogen bonded. Humans lack cellulase — can't digest. Ruminants and termites have symbiotic microbes.

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α-glucose

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Fructose

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Mannose

Question 5

NHRC established:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

1993 — Protection of Human Rights Act 1993.‌​‍

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2005

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2000

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1995

Question 6

Which of the following statements about the Election Commission of India is NOT correct?

Accepted Answer

C. The term of office of the Election Commissioners is fixed for 6 years or until they attain the age of 65, whichever is earlier. — Option C is incorrect because the term of office for Election Commissioners is 6 years or up to the age of 65, whichever is earlier, but there is no fixed term like 6 years alone. The removal process for Election Commissioners (other than the Chief) is simpler and does not require impeachment.

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A. The Election Commission is a constitutional body under Article 324 of the Constitution.

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B. The Chief Election Commissioner and other Election Commissioners are appointed by the President of India.

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D. The Election Commission can be removed from office only through a process of impeachment similar to that of the Judges of the Supreme Court.

Question 7

To foster a sense of ownership and responsibility among students regarding classroom behavior, which approach to establishing classroom rules is generally considered most effective?

Accepted Answer

B. Students collectively brainstorm and agree upon a few essential rules with teacher guidance. — Involving students in the process of creating classroom rules fosters a sense of ownership and increases their commitment to following them. When students have a voice in rule-setting, they are more likely to internalize and adhere to the expectations. Dictating rules solely by the teacher or introducing them reactively are less effective.

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A. The teacher solely dictates a comprehensive list of rules on the first day.

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C. Rules are introduced only when a significant behavioral issue arises.

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D. Parents are responsible for setting and enforcing all classroom rules.

Question 8

The SCO (Shanghai Cooperation Organisation) summit 2023 was held in:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

New Delhi — India hosted the SCO summit in New Delhi in July 2023 during its SCO chairmanship.‌​‍

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Astana

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Beijing

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Samarkand

Question 9

The main venue of the Salt Satyagraha in Kerala was:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Payyannur — K. Kelappan led the Salt Satyagraha at Payyannur (1930).‌​‍

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Kozhikode

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Guruvayur

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Ponnani

Question 10

A teacher observes students struggling to apply a newly learned scientific concept to a novel problem-solving task. According to the 5E learning model, in which phase should the teacher provide opportunities for students to extend their understanding and transfer knowledge to new situations?

Accepted Answer

D. Elaborate — The 'Elaborate' phase of the 5E model is designed for students to apply their newly acquired knowledge and understanding to new, related situations. This phase helps deepen comprehension, solidify learning, and demonstrate the transferability of concepts, moving beyond initial understanding and into practical application.

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A. Engage

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B. Explore

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C. Explain

University Assistant Mixed Practice Test #404