VFA Mixed Practice Test #577

Question 1

The Haber-Bosch process is used to manufacture:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Ammonia — N₂ + 3H₂ ⇌ 2NH₃ at 450 °C, 200 atm, Fe catalyst.‌​‍

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Sulphuric acid

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Hydrochloric acid

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Nitric acid

Question 2

First Kerala Assembly election:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

1957 — 28 February - 11 March 1957.‌​‍

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1965

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1960

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1967

Question 3

A newly hired employee quickly observes the unwritten rules and social dynamics of her new workplace. She efficiently learns how to navigate office politics, identifies key influential figures, and adapts her communication style to suit different colleagues, leading to rapid integration and success in her role. According to Sternberg's Triarchic Theory of Intelligence, which aspect of intelligence is this employee primarily demonstrating?

Accepted Answer

C. Contextual (Practical) Intelligence. — Sternberg's Contextual (Practical) intelligence, often referred to as 'street smarts,' involves the ability to adapt to, shape, or select environments. The employee's capacity to quickly understand and navigate the social and political landscape of the workplace, and adapt her behavior accordingly, is a prime example of practical intelligence. Componential intelligence focuses on analytical problem-solving, and experiential intelligence deals with novelty and insight, neither of which are the primary focus of this scenario.

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A. Componential (Analytical) Intelligence.

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B. Experiential (Creative) Intelligence.

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D. Abstract Intelligence.

Question 4

Milkha Singh was known as:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Flying Sikh — Milkha Singh was called the 'Flying Sikh' for his sprinting achievements (400m).‌​‍

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Golden Girl

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Blade Runner

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Lightning Bolt

Question 5

The periodic table was created by:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Mendeleev — Dmitri Mendeleev created the periodic table in 1869, arranging elements by atomic weight.‌​‍

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Dalton

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Bohr

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Rutherford

Question 6

The NEP 2020 emphasizes 'Experiential Learning' as a core pedagogical approach. Which of the following classroom activities best exemplifies this principle in a high school science classroom?

Accepted Answer

B. Conducting a virtual laboratory experiment on chemical reactions using simulation software — Experiential learning involves hands-on or interactive activities that allow students to learn by doing. Option B (virtual lab experiments) aligns best as it provides an immersive, interactive experience. Options A, C, and D rely on passive or theoretical approaches, which do not embody experiential learning principles.

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A. Memorizing the periodic table through repetitive drills

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C. Assigning textbook-based projects on environmental pollution with a 3-week deadline

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D. Writing a 500-word essay on the life cycle of a butterfly from a reference book

Question 7

Gautama Buddha attained enlightenment at:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Bodh Gaya — Buddha attained enlightenment (Bodhi) under the Peepal tree at Bodh Gaya (Bihar). ‌​‍He was born at Lumbini, gave first sermon at Sarnath, and died at Kushinagar.

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Lumbini

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Sarnath

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Kushinagar

Question 8

The RPwD Act, 2016, emphasizes the principle of 'reasonable accommodation' in various settings, including employment. Which of the following best describes the application of 'reasonable accommodation' for an employee with a disability in a workplace?

Accepted Answer

B. Making necessary and appropriate modifications and adjustments to ensure enjoyment of rights on an equal basis with others. — 'Reasonable accommodation' under the RPwD Act, 2016, involves making necessary and appropriate modifications and adjustments to ensure persons with disabilities can enjoy their rights on an equal basis with others, without imposing undue burden. This allows for effective participation in the workplace, unlike options A, C, and D which describe segregation, unwarranted exemptions, or blanket provisions.

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A. Providing a separate, less demanding job role exclusively for employees with disabilities.

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C. Exempting employees with disabilities from all performance appraisals and productivity targets.

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D. Granting extended leave periods for all employees with disabilities irrespective of need.

Question 9

Ctrl + Z is used to:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Undo — Ctrl+Z = Undo the last action. One of the most important shortcuts.‌​‍

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Zoom

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Zero format

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Zigzag

Question 10

Resistance unit:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Ohm — Named after Georg Ohm.‌​‍

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Volt

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Ampere

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Watt

VFA Mixed Practice Test #577