VFA Mixed Practice Test #776

Question 1

With reference to Educational Degree, what does Ph.D. stand for?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Doctor of Philosophy — Doctor of Philosophy.‌​‍

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Diploma of Philosophy

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Diploma in Psychology

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Drama in Philosophy

Question 2

Ohm's law states that V =

Accepted Answer

I × R — Voltage = Current × Resistance (at constant temperature).

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I + R

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I / R

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I − R

Question 3

Which type of mirror is used as a rear-view mirror in vehicles?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Convex — Convex mirrors give a wide field of view with upright images.‌​‍

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Concave

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Plane

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Oval

Question 4

A rapidly developing urban area in Kerala is grappling with escalating levels of air pollution, primarily from vehicular emissions and industrial activities, leading to public health concerns and environmental degradation. Which of the following integrated strategies would be most effective and sustainable for long-term air quality improvement?

Accepted Answer

C. Promoting significant investment in electric vehicle infrastructure and public transport, enforcing stringent emission standards for both vehicles and industries, and facilitating the transition to cleaner energy sources. — Option C offers the most comprehensive and sustainable long-term solution by addressing the root causes of air pollution through technological advancements (electric vehicles, cleaner energy), infrastructure development (public transport), and robust regulatory enforcement. Option A is a partial and temporary measure, and relocating industries only shifts the problem. Option B treats symptoms rather than causes and is neither sustainable nor cost-effective. Option D is crucial for public health but does not directly mitigate the sources of pollution.

Answer

A. Implementing a strict 'odd-even' road rationing scheme for private vehicles and relocating all major polluting industries to designated industrial zones outside the city limits.

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B. Focusing exclusively on establishing large-scale air purification towers in public spaces and providing free respiratory masks to all residents.

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D. Initiating mass awareness campaigns on the health impacts of air pollution and establishing more health clinics to treat pollution-related illnesses.

Question 5

Which is the first Ramsar site in Kerala?

Accepted Answer

Both Ashtamudi and Vembanad — Ashtamudi Lake and Vembanad-Kol Wetland were both designated as Ramsar sites in 2002, the first in Kerala.

Answer

Ashtamudi Lake

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Vembanad-Kol Wetland

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Sasthamkotta Lake

Question 6

Kudumbasree was introduced by the Government of:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Kerala — Kerala State Poverty Eradication Mission, Kudumbasree, launched 1998.‌​‍

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Andhra Pradesh

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India

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Tamil Nadu

Question 7

The Berlin Wall was built in 1961 and dismantled in:

Accepted Answer

1989 — Berlin Wall fell on 9 November 1989 — symbolic end of Cold War division.

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1985

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1991

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1995

Question 8

Name of the Nitrogen fixing bacteria found in the roots of leguminous plants:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Rhizobium — Rhizobium — symbiotic N-fixer in legume root nodules.‌​‍

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Nostoc

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Azotobacter

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Azospirillum

Question 9

Cricket World Cup 2023 was held in:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

India — India hosted the 2023 Cricket World Cup. Australia won the final against India.‌​‍

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England

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Australia

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South Africa

Question 10

Malala Yousafzai was born in:

Accepted Answer

Mingora (Swat Valley) — Malala was born on 12 July 1997 in Mingora, Swat Valley, Pakistan.

Answer

Karachi

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Islamabad

Answer

Lahore

VFA Mixed Practice Test #776