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Select the correct statement about the process of scientific inquiry.

A) The goal of scientific research is to prove the stated hypothesis. B) It is possible to test hypotheses, such as those involving historical events, without conducting experiments.
C) If the results of an experiment do not support the hypothesis that is tested, the experiment is badly designed. D) All of the above
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) It is possible to test hypotheses, such as those involving historical events, without conducting experiments.

Explanation:

The correct statement among the given options about the process of scientific inquiry is "It is possible to test hypotheses, such as those involving historical events, without conducting experiments."

 

Although it is not possible to carry out experiments to test hypotheses about evolutionary relationships between living groups or about the timing of the origin of major evolutionary innovations, such hypotheses can be evaluated by making predictions about the expected findings that would result from these hypotheses. Data can then be collected to test whether these predictions are correct.

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Q:

Frictional force acts in 

A) the same direction as the motion B) the opposite direction of the motion
C) all the directions D) upward direction
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) the opposite direction of the motion

Explanation:

It is to overcome this opposite frictional force , that  we have to apply the needed force to make the body move

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For Distribution of powers between the Union and the States, the Constitution of India introduces three lists. Which two of the following Articles govern the distribution  of powers:

A) Articles 4 and 5 B) Articles 56 amd 57
C) Articles 141 and 142 D) Articles 245 and 246
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: D) Articles 245 and 246

Explanation:
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Which of the following is not a pure substance?

A) Oxygen B) Carbon dioxide
C) Water D) Milk
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: D) Milk

Explanation:

Milk is not a pure substance since it has so many constituents that can be separated physically.

Compounds are pure substances formed from elements unlike mixtures.

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Q:

The Study of Universe is called

A) Universology B) Cosmetology
C) Petology D) Cosmology
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: D) Cosmology

Explanation:

Cosmology is the scientific study of the large scale properties of the universe as a whole. It endeavors to use the scientific method to understand the origin, evolution and ultimate fate of the entire Universe.

Depending on the outcome of the observations, the theories will need to be abandoned, revised or extended to accommodate the data. The prevailing theory about the origin and evolution of our Universe is the so-called Big Bang theory.

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What is the middle name of Sourav Ganguly?

A) Chandidas B) Karamdas
C) Karamchand D) Mohandas
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) Chandidas

Explanation:

Sourav Chandidas Ganguly was a former Indian Cricket team captain mostly called as DADA.

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Who is the author of 'Ageless Body , Timeless Mind' ?

A) V.S. Naipaul B) Deepak Chopra
C) Dom Moraes D) Tony Kusher
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) Deepak Chopra

Explanation:
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Q:

There is a mistake in the following code. Add a statement in it to remove it.

main()

{

     int a;

     a = f (10, 3.14) ;

     printf ( " %d ", a );

}

f (int aa, float bb)

{

    return ( ( float ) aa + bb );

}

Answer

Add the following function prototype in main ():


float f ( int, float );

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