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In the following question, a passage is given which describes a situation. From the given options, mark the correct inference that can be drawn from the passage. If none of the inferences follow, mark option 5, “None of these” as the answer.
In nearly all human populations a majority of individuals can taste the artificially synthesized chemical phenylthiocarbonide (PTC). However, the percentage varies dramatically-- from as low as 60% in India to as high as 95% in Africa. That this polymorphism is observed in non- human primates as well indicates a long evolutionary history which, although obviously not acting on PTC, might reflect evolutionary selection for taste discrimination of other, more significant bitter substances, such as certain toxic plants.

A) Human beings show the same taste profile as primates. B) Humans prefers substances that are naturally sweet.
C) Only a minority of the human population have an indeterminant taste profile. D) A majority of the human population have an indeterminant taste profile.
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) Only a minority of the human population have an indeterminant taste profile.

Explanation:

The passage clearly states that several characteristics are shared between humans and primates with respect to their taste profiles. It also states that it is because of evolution. But to infer that both species share the same profile would be incorrect making option a incorrect. The passage is all about the human ability to discern different tastes. One cannot infer about the likability of certain tastes from the given passage making option 2 incorrect. In the first sentence itself the passage talks about how majority of the human population can taste a certain artificial flavour. Thus, it can be inferred that majority of the human population have a determinant taste profile making the opposite as stated in option 3 also correct. This also makes option 4 incorrect.

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A sentence with one blank is given, indicating that something has been omitted. Choose the word that best fits the blank appropriately.

The judge used his ___ in settling the matter.

A) Know B) Tactics
C) Discretion D) Brains
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) Discretion

Explanation:

To settle a dispute, one needs to have a sound decision-making ability to be able to judge both the sides. Also, a judge is a free body to decide upon any issue. 'Know' is a verb which means to be aware of through observation, inquiry, or information. 'Tactics' refer to an action or strategy carefully planned to achieve a specific end. A judge doesn't need tactics to make a judgment. 'Discretion' means the freedom to decide what should be done in a particular situation. 'Brains' refer to the intellectual capacity. 'Bias' means inclination or prejudice for or against one person or group, especially in a way considered to be unfair. Hence option 3 is the correct response.

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The country which tops in the production of cocoa is __________ .

A) Ghana B) Brazil
C) Ivory Coast D) Nigeria
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) Ghana

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In HTML, ______________ attribute is used to display characters as asterisks.

A) TYPE="TEXT" B) TYPE="PASSWORD"
C) TYPE="RADIO" D) TYPE="CHECKBOX
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) TYPE="PASSWORD"

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Who has recently taken charge as the new CEO of Indian e-commerce giant Flipkart?

A) AL Rajwani B) Sunil Duggal
C) Kalyan Krishnamurthy D) RC Bhargava
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) Kalyan Krishnamurthy

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One of the largest salt deserts in the world, the 'Ram of Kutch' is primarily located in which state of India?

 

A) Madhya Pradesh B) Gujarat
C) Telangana D) Assam
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) Gujarat

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Sikhism was founded in which of the following centuries?

A) 13-14th century B) 11-12th century
C) 15-16th century D) 12-13th century
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: C) 15-16th century

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Match the following.

A) I – 2, II – 3, III – 1 B) I – 1, II – 3, III – 2
C) I – 3, II – 1, III – 2 D) I – 3, II – 2, III – 1
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) I – 2, II – 3, III – 1

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