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Choose the correct meaning of the idiom/phrase: In the following question, out of the four alternatives, select the alternative which best expresses the meaning of the idiom/phrase.


to go the extra mile

A) to get an unexpected bonus B) to make a special effort to achieve something
C) to lose one's way and walk aimlessly D) a vehicle which is very fuel efficient
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) to make a special effort to achieve something

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Which practice reduces the risk of a boating emergency?

Answer

Developing a habit of wearing your lifejacket or PFD at all times also reduces the chance that you will drown should you find yourself in the water unexpectedly.

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Which statement best describes the relationship between science and technology?

A) Technology is a branch of science. B) Advances in science can lead to new technology.
C) Without technology there is no science. D) Technology is not related to science.
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) Advances in science can lead to new technology.

Explanation:

The aim of science is to get an understanding of the natural world, while the aim of technology is to use that understanding to improve people's lives. 

 

Hence, Advances in science can lead to new technology.

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The force that generates wind is

A) Gravity force B) Pressure gradient force
C) Coriolis force D) Centrifugal force
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) Pressure gradient force

Explanation:

Wind is the flow of gases on a large scale. On the surface of the Earth, wind consists of the bulk movement of air. The force that generates wind is called as Pressure gradient force.

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Q:

Bleaching powder is used in drinking water as

A) Disinfectant B) Antibiotic
C) Coagulant D) Antiseptic
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) Disinfectant

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The pH of pure water is nearly 7.It will increase on the addition of

A) ammonia B) cane sugar
C) common salt D) hydrochloric acid
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) ammonia

Explanation:

Ammonia is a base. One adding ammonia to water,the resulting solution will become basic. pH of an alkaline solution is 7. So the pH will increase

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As the object covers equal distances in equal intervals of time, it is said to be in ____________ motion.

A) uniform B) linear
C) translational D) equilibrium
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: A) uniform

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The Chairman of the Public Accounts Committe of Parliament is appointed by the 

A) Prime Minister B) Speaker of the Lok Sabha
C) President D) Union Finance Minister
 
Answer & Explanation Answer: B) Speaker of the Lok Sabha

Explanation:

Though this is essentially a Committee of the House of the people (Having 15 members from that house), by an agreement between the two houses, 7 members from the other Houses are also associated with this committee, in order to strengthen it.

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