VFA Mixed Practice Test #178

Question 1

During a complex engineering project, a team member is tasked with optimizing a critical process. He meticulously breaks down the process into its smallest components, analyzes each step for potential bottlenecks, evaluates various solutions based on efficiency and cost, and logically deduces the most effective redesign. Which component of Sternberg's Triarchic Theory of Intelligence is most evident in this team member's approach?

Accepted Answer

C. Componential (Analytical) Intelligence. — Sternberg's Componential (Analytical) intelligence is characterized by the ability to analyze, evaluate, judge, compare, and contrast. The team member's systematic approach of breaking down, analyzing, evaluating, and logically deducing solutions directly aligns with the functions of componential intelligence. Experiential intelligence involves dealing with novel situations and generating new ideas, while contextual intelligence is about adapting to or shaping one's environment, which are not the primary skills highlighted in this analytical task.

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A. Experiential (Creative) Intelligence.

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B. Contextual (Practical) Intelligence.

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D. Emotional Intelligence.

Question 2

Aadujeevitham film 2024:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Blessy direction — Blessy — with Prithviraj.‌​‍

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Adoor

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Priyadarshan

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Shaji Karun

Question 3

Article 370, which granted special status to Jammu & Kashmir, was abrogated in:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

2019 — Article 370 was effectively abrogated on 5 August 2019 through a Presidential Order and the Jammu and Kashmir Reorganisation Act, 2019.‌​‍

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2018

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2020

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2017

Question 4

The National Defence Academy of India is located in:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Maharashtra — NDA is at Khadakwasla, Pune district, Maharashtra.‌​‍

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Uttar Pradesh

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Punjab

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Haryana

Question 5

A student consistently scores high marks in diverse subjects like Mathematics, English literature, and Physics, demonstrating a strong underlying cognitive ability across these areas. According to Charles Spearman's theory of intelligence, this consistent high performance is best explained by the presence of a strong:

Accepted Answer

B. General factor (g-factor) — Spearman's theory posits a 'g-factor' (general intelligence) that underlies performance across various cognitive tasks, and 's-factors' (specific intelligence) unique to particular tasks. The student's consistent high performance across diverse subjects indicates a strong general cognitive ability, which is the g-factor. Specific factors would account for variations in performance on individual tasks, not overall consistency.

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A. Specific factor (s-factor)

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C. Multiple intelligences

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D. Practical intelligence

Question 6

Black soil (Regur) is most suitable for growing:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Cotton — Black soil is ideal for cotton cultivation due to its moisture-retaining capacity. ‌​‍It is found in the Deccan Plateau region.

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Rice

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Tea

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Jute

Question 7

Kerala Rural Development Programme funds:

Accepted Answer

All — Central and state schemes.

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DCP

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MGNREGA + state

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Unknown

Question 8

Considering the distinct physiographic divisions of Kerala, which of the following environmental challenges is most predominantly associated with the 'Lowland' region?

Accepted Answer

C. Saline water intrusion, coastal erosion, and vulnerability to sea-level rise. — The lowland region of Kerala, being a narrow coastal strip, is particularly vulnerable to saline water intrusion into its aquifers and estuaries, coastal erosion due to wave action, and the impacts of global sea-level rise. These challenges directly stem from its low elevation and proximity to the Arabian Sea. Options A, B (deforestation), and D are more characteristic environmental concerns of the highland or midland regions.

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A. Soil erosion and landslides due to steep slopes and heavy rainfall.

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B. Water scarcity during dry seasons and deforestation due to extensive logging.

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D. Human-wildlife conflict and the degradation of forest ecosystems.

Question 9

Gulf remittances contribute significantly to Kerala's economy from:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Middle East — A large Kerala diaspora in Gulf (Middle East) countries sends significant remittances — a major source of Kerala's economy.‌​‍

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Europe

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USA

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Japan

Question 10

India AI Mission:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

10,000 crore approved 2024 — ₹10,372 crore IndiaAI Mission.‌​‍

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Existing

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Only plan

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Cancelled

VFA Mixed Practice Test #178