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Which statement is one component of the cell theory?

A) DNA is the basis of genetic transfer B) All living cells arise from pre-existing cells
C) All cells are composed of same organelles D) Tissues are formed from combinations of cells
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) All living cells arise from pre-existing cells

Explanation:

All living cells arise from pre-existing cells is one component of the cell theory.

 

The Cell Theory is one of the basic principles of biology.

 

The Cell Theory states:

1. All living organisms are composed of cells. They may be unicellular or multicellular.

2. The cell is the basic unit of life.

3. Cells arise from pre-existing cells.

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An item is sold at a loss of 10%. Had it sold for Rs. 9 more, a profit of 25/2% would have gained. What is the cost price of the item?

A) Rs. 90 B) Rs. 75
C) Rs. 55 D) Rs. 40
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: D) Rs. 40

Explanation:

Let the cost price of the item = Rs. 50

Sold at 10% loss => for Rs. 50 loss  S.P = Rs. 45

From the  given data,

25/2 % gain if it is sold at Rs. 9 more

56.25 - 45 = 9

=> 11.25 = 9

=> 22.5 = 18

=> 45 = 36

=> 50 = ?

=> C.P = 50 x 3645 = 40

 

Hence, the Cost price of the item = Rs. 40.

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The Budget proposals also seek to provide relief to salaried tax payers by allowing a standard deduction of what amount in place of the present exemption allowed for transport allowance and reimbursement of miscellaneous medical expenses?

A) Rs. 20,000 B) Rs. 40,000
C) Rs. 50,000 D) Rs. 80,000
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) Rs. 40,000

Explanation:

The standard deduction of Rs. 40,000 is seek to provide relief to salaried tax payers in the Budget proposals in place of the present exemption allowed for transport allowance and reimbursement of miscellaneous medical expenses.

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Which city is hosting 2020 summer Olymic games?

A) Athens B) Tokyo
C) Pyeongchang D) Beijing
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) Tokyo

Explanation:

2020 summer Olymic games to be held in Tokyo, Japan.

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How can investors receive compounding returns?

A) By investing their earnings back into their original investment B) By diversifying their investment portfolio
C) By selecting a savings account that has a higher interest rate D) By transferring their earnings back into high-risk investment
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) By investing their earnings back into their original investment

Explanation:
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Which action is considered a primary function of State government?

A) supervising elected federal government officials B) regulating political parties and the media
C) organizing a local military to provide security D) enforcing laws regarding the public safety
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: D) enforcing laws regarding the public safety

Explanation:

The primary function of State government is enforcing laws regarding the public safety.

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According to new federal data released, the US state whose economy has surpassed that of the UK to become the world’s fifth largest was

A) Massachusetts B) Florida
C) Hawaii D) California
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: D) California

Explanation:

The US state California's  economy has surpassed that of the UK to become the world’s fifth largest, according to new federal data released.

 

With a GDP of $2.7 trillion, California is now only behind the US, China, Japan and Germany.

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The longest period of prenatal development is the

A) Germinal period B) Fetal period
C) Embryonic period D) None
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) Fetal period

Explanation:

The third and longest period of prenatal development, extending from the ninth week until birth is Fetal period.

 

The process of prenatal development occurs in three main stages. The first two weeks after conception are known as the germinal stage, the third through the eighth week are known as the embryonic period, and the time from the ninth week until birth is known as the fetal period.

 

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