VFA Mixed Practice Test #302

Question 1

Who is the Chief Minister of Telangana as of 2024?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Revanth Reddy — A. Revanth Reddy (Cong, since Dec 2023).‌​‍

Answer

Owaisi

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Bandi

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KCR

Question 2

India's Khelo India Games 2024 host:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Tamil Nadu — Tamil Nadu hosted Khelo India Youth Games 2024.‌​‍

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Madhya Pradesh

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Haryana

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Gujarat

Question 3

The 'Kerala Sangeetha Nataka Akademi Award' is given for excellence in which field?

Accepted Answer

C. Music and dance — The Kerala Sangeetha Nataka Akademi Award is specifically awarded for excellence in music and dance. Option A refers to a different award (Kerala Sahitya Akademi Award), while options B and D are incorrect as the Akademi focuses on performing arts rather than theatre or visual arts.

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A. Literature and poetry

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B. Theatre and performing arts

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D. Visual arts and sculpture

Question 4

A patient diagnosed with schizophrenia exhibits a belief that the television newscaster is sending them personal messages directly. This symptom is best described as:

Accepted Answer

B. Idea of reference — An idea of reference is a delusion where the person believes that casual events, objects, or conversations in the environment have a direct, particular, and unusual significance to them. Delusion of grandeur involves an exaggerated belief in one's own importance, while persecutory delusion involves a belief of being harassed or harmed. Somatic delusions relate to false beliefs about one's body.

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A. Delusion of grandeur

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C. Persecutory delusion

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D. Somatic delusion

Question 5

A crucial aspect of preventing the spread of infectious diseases in both community and healthcare settings is proper hand hygiene. What is the primary reason for vigorously rubbing hands with soap and water or an alcohol-based sanitizer?

Accepted Answer

B. To physically remove or inactivate microorganisms — The primary purpose of vigorous hand rubbing with soap and water or an alcohol-based sanitizer is to physically dislodge, wash away, or inactivate transient microorganisms present on the skin surface. This action effectively reduces the microbial load and prevents the transmission of infectious agents, which is critical for disease prevention. Other options are secondary or incorrect reasons.

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A. To make hands smell pleasant

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C. To moisturize the skin and prevent dryness

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D. To increase blood circulation in the hands

Question 6

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

Question 7

Low thyroxine levels cause:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Hypothyroidism (e.g., myxoedema, cretinism) — Insufficient thyroxine → low metabolism, weight gain, fatigue.‌​‍

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Diabetes

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Gigantism

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Hyperthyroidism

Question 8

Kerala's Education Index rank in India:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Top 3 — Consistently top.‌​‍

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Bottom

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Middle

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Top 10

Question 9

Koodathayi poisoning case year:

Accepted Answer

2019 — Serial killing case exposed.

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2020

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2015

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2021

Question 10

At 9:00, angle between hands:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

90° — Hour at 9 = 270° from 12. ‌​‍Minute at 12 = 0°. Angle = 270° or equivalently 90° (take the smaller angle).

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60°

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180°

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270°

VFA Mixed Practice Test #302