University Assistant Mixed Practice Test #970

Question 1

Simplify: 3a + 5a − 2a:

Accepted Answer

6a — 3a + 5a − 2a = 6a (combine like terms).

Answer

4a

Answer

8a

Answer

10a

Question 2

Telangana state was formed in:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

2014 — Telangana carved out of Andhra Pradesh on 2 June 2014 — India's 29th state then.‌​‍

Answer

2010

Answer

2019

Answer

2000

Question 3

KPSC chair appointed by:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Governor — Governor.‌​‍

Answer

Chief Secretary

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President

Answer

CM

Question 4

The "Kerala Model of Development" is often cited as a unique case study in global development. Which of the following statements most accurately reflects its distinctive characteristic when compared to conventional economic growth models?

Accepted Answer

B. It demonstrates high achievements in human development indicators like literacy and public health, despite a relatively lower per capita income. — The Kerala Model is distinguished by its ability to achieve high social development outcomes, such as universal literacy, high life expectancy, and low infant mortality, primarily through robust public investment in social sectors, even with a moderate economic growth rate and relatively lower per capita income. Options A, C, and D describe characteristics commonly associated with conventional, growth-centric, or export-led development models, which typically prioritize economic growth as a prerequisite for social improvement.

Answer

A. It prioritizes rapid capital accumulation and industrialization as primary drivers for social upliftment.

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C. It relies heavily on foreign direct investment and market deregulation to stimulate economic growth.

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D. Its success is primarily attributed to a robust export-oriented manufacturing sector and technological innovation.

Question 5

Which of the following is a critical contraindication for aspirin use, particularly in children and adolescents?

Accepted Answer

B. Viral infections like influenza or chickenpox — Aspirin is critically contraindicated in children and adolescents with viral infections such as influenza or chickenpox due to the risk of Reye's syndrome, a rare but severe condition characterized by acute encephalopathy and fatty liver with a high mortality rate. While aspirin has precautions or contraindications in other conditions like third-trimester pregnancy (risk of premature closure of ductus arteriosus), peptic ulcer disease (risk of GI bleeding), and bronchial asthma (risk of aspirin-exacerbated respiratory disease), the risk of Reye's syndrome makes it an absolute contraindication

Answer

A. Pregnancy in the third trimester

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C. History of peptic ulcer disease

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D. Bronchial asthma

Question 6

Synonym of PROSAIC:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Dull — Commonplace, unimaginative.‌​‍

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Exciting

Answer

Beautiful

Answer

Poetic

Question 7

A new educational policy initiative is launched by the state government, aiming to integrate digital learning modules across all public schools. Which of the following officials is primarily responsible for the overall strategic planning, implementation oversight, and coordination of this initiative across the entire school education system in Kerala?

Accepted Answer

C. Director of General Education (DGE) — The Director of General Education (DGE) is the executive head of the school education department, responsible for the overall administration, implementation of policies, and supervision of various directorates under it. While the Minister sets policy and the Principal Secretary provides administrative leadership at the secretariat level, the DGE ensures the practical execution and coordination of such large-scale initiatives across the state's schools.

Answer

A. Minister for Education

Answer

B. Principal Secretary, General Education Department

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D. State Project Director, Samagra Shiksha Kerala (SSK)

Question 8

The National Health Policy (NHP) 2017 emphasizes a paradigm shift towards achieving Universal Health Coverage. Which of the following is a key strategy outlined in NHP 2017 to ensure access to essential medicines and reduce out-of-pocket expenditure for the population?

Accepted Answer

B. Promoting the use of generic medicines and strengthening public procurement and supply chains. — NHP 2017 explicitly aims to reduce out-of-pocket expenditure by promoting generic medicines and strengthening public procurement and supply chains for essential drugs. This is a core component of achieving Universal Health Coverage, focusing on affordability and accessibility. Other options either increase costs or focus on tertiary care, which are not the primary strategies for universal access to essential medicines.

Answer

A. Prioritizing the development of super-specialty hospitals in urban areas.

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C. Encouraging private sector dominance in the manufacturing and distribution of all essential drugs.

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D. Implementing a user-fee system for all essential medicines to generate funds for healthcare infrastructure.

Question 9

Kerala HC at:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Kochi — Kochi (Ernakulam).‌​‍

Answer

TVM

Answer

Thrissur

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Kozhikode

Question 10

Pointing to a photo, Ram said 'He is the son of my father's only son.' Who is in the photo?

Accepted Answer

Ram's son — Father's only son = Ram. Son of Ram = Ram's son.

Answer

Ram himself

Answer

Ram's father

Answer

Ram's brother

University Assistant Mixed Practice Test #970