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IBPS PO Prelims Mock Test - 3 - Question 1

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

Owing to the lack of adequate ________ of childcare facilities, many women who wish to work are unable to do the same.

Detailed Solution for IBPS PO Prelims Mock Test - 3 - Question 1
The sentence talks about the difficulties faced by the women who want to work but cannot, because of the lack of childcare facilities.

‘Provision’, which means ‘financial or other arrangements for future eventualities or requirements’, is the correct fit to convey the required meaning.

Let's find out the meanings of the following words:-

Probability- The quality or state of being probable; the extent to which something is likely to happen or be the case.

Phenomenon- A fact or situation that is observed to exist or happen, especially one whose cause or explanation is in question.

Consequence- A result or effect, typically one that is unwelcome or unpleasant.

Contingency- A future event or circumstance which is possible but cannot be predicted with certainty.

Hence, the correct option is (E).

IBPS PO Prelims Mock Test - 3 - Question 2

A small passage is given below with some blanks in it followed by highlighted alphabets. You are required to fill these blanks with the most appropriate word from the given options in order to make the sentence in the passage contextually correct and meaningful.

The 26th United Nations Conference of Parties (COP) in Glasgow, Scotland may not have a significant outcome as yet in sight. Prior to the summit, there was a ________________ (a) attempt by leaders of western countries, particularly the United States and summit host the United Kingdom, to have most countries agree on a mid-century net zero goal, or when emissions dip to near zero or are _________ (b) by taking out an equivalent from the atmosphere. This put China and India, both major greenhouse gas emitters, on the defensive, and they ______________ (c) more strongly on issues such as climate equity and justice. Their argument, that the climate crisis is largely due to the West because of over a century of __________ (d) carbon dioxide emissions, and so those countries must bear the lion’s share of _________ (e) in the form of finance and access to clean technologies, is an old one, enshrined over the years in earlier COP _____________ (f).

Q. Which of the following words fits in the blank (a)?

Detailed Solution for IBPS PO Prelims Mock Test - 3 - Question 2
The word which fits aptly in the above blank is “frantic” which means conducted in a hurried, excited, and disorganized way. Other words are contextually incorrect.

Disparage means insulting, Gushing means effusive or exaggeratedly enthusiastic.

Hence option C is the correct answer.

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IBPS PO Prelims Mock Test - 3 - Question 3

A small passage is given below with some blanks in it followed by highlighted alphabets. You are required to fill these blanks with the most appropriate word from the given options in order to make the sentence in the passage contextually correct and meaningful.

The 26th United Nations Conference of Parties (COP) in Glasgow, Scotland may not have a significant outcome as yet in sight. Prior to the summit, there was a ________________ (a) attempt by leaders of western countries, particularly the United States and summit host the United Kingdom, to have most countries agree on a mid-century net zero goal, or when emissions dip to near zero or are _________ (b) by taking out an equivalent from the atmosphere. This put China and India, both major greenhouse gas emitters, on the defensive, and they ______________ (c) more strongly on issues such as climate equity and justice. Their argument, that the climate crisis is largely due to the West because of over a century of __________ (d) carbon dioxide emissions, and so those countries must bear the lion’s share of _________ (e) in the form of finance and access to clean technologies, is an old one, enshrined over the years in earlier COP _____________ (f).

Q. Which of the following words fits in the blank (e)?

Detailed Solution for IBPS PO Prelims Mock Test - 3 - Question 3
The word which fits aptly in the above blank is “reparations” which means the action of making amends for a wrong done, by providing payment or other assistance to those who have been wronged. The above sentence is about the countries that must bear the compensation in the form of finance and access to clean technologies. Other words are contextually incorrect.

Hence option C is the correct answer.

IBPS PO Prelims Mock Test - 3 - Question 4

A small passage is given below with some blanks in it followed by highlighted alphabets. You are required to fill these blanks with the most appropriate word from the given options in order to make the sentence in the passage contextually correct and meaningful.

The 26th United Nations Conference of Parties (COP) in Glasgow, Scotland may not have a significant outcome as yet in sight. Prior to the summit, there was a ________________ (a) attempt by leaders of western countries, particularly the United States and summit host the United Kingdom, to have most countries agree on a mid-century net zero goal, or when emissions dip to near zero or are _________ (b) by taking out an equivalent from the atmosphere. This put China and India, both major greenhouse gas emitters, on the defensive, and they ______________ (c) more strongly on issues such as climate equity and justice. Their argument, that the climate crisis is largely due to the West because of over a century of __________ (d) carbon dioxide emissions, and so those countries must bear the lion’s share of _________ (e) in the form of finance and access to clean technologies, is an old one, enshrined over the years in earlier COP _____________ (f).

Q. Which of the following phrasal verbs fits in the blank (b)?

Detailed Solution for IBPS PO Prelims Mock Test - 3 - Question 4
The phrasal verb which fits aptly in the above blank is “balanced out” which means to make (a different or opposite thing) less powerful, noticeable, etc. Other phrasal verbs are contextually incorrect.

Hence option B is the correct answer.

IBPS PO Prelims Mock Test - 3 - Question 5

A small passage is given below with some blanks in it followed by highlighted alphabets. You are required to fill these blanks with the most appropriate word from the given options in order to make the sentence in the passage contextually correct and meaningful.

The 26th United Nations Conference of Parties (COP) in Glasgow, Scotland may not have a significant outcome as yet in sight. Prior to the summit, there was a ________________ (a) attempt by leaders of western countries, particularly the United States and summit host the United Kingdom, to have most countries agree on a mid-century net zero goal, or when emissions dip to near zero or are _________ (b) by taking out an equivalent from the atmosphere. This put China and India, both major greenhouse gas emitters, on the defensive, and they ______________ (c) more strongly on issues such as climate equity and justice. Their argument, that the climate crisis is largely due to the West because of over a century of __________ (d) carbon dioxide emissions, and so those countries must bear the lion’s share of _________ (e) in the form of finance and access to clean technologies, is an old one, enshrined over the years in earlier COP _____________ (f).

Q. Which of the following words fits in the blank (d)?

Detailed Solution for IBPS PO Prelims Mock Test - 3 - Question 5
The word which fits aptly in the above blank is “unmitigated” which means having no exceptions or restrictions or we can say that carbon dioxide emissions are not getting lessened. Other words are contextually incorrect. Dubious means doubtful.

Hence option D is the correct answer.

IBPS PO Prelims Mock Test - 3 - Question 6

A small passage is given below with some blanks in it followed by highlighted alphabets. You are required to fill these blanks with the most appropriate word from the given options in order to make the sentence in the passage contextually correct and meaningful.

The 26th United Nations Conference of Parties (COP) in Glasgow, Scotland may not have a significant outcome as yet in sight. Prior to the summit, there was a ________________ (a) attempt by leaders of western countries, particularly the United States and summit host the United Kingdom, to have most countries agree on a mid-century net zero goal, or when emissions dip to near zero or are _________ (b) by taking out an equivalent from the atmosphere. This put China and India, both major greenhouse gas emitters, on the defensive, and they ______________ (c) more strongly on issues such as climate equity and justice. Their argument, that the climate crisis is largely due to the West because of over a century of __________ (d) carbon dioxide emissions, and so those countries must bear the lion’s share of _________ (e) in the form of finance and access to clean technologies, is an old one, enshrined over the years in earlier COP _____________ (f).

Q. Which of the following idioms fits in the blank (c)?

Detailed Solution for IBPS PO Prelims Mock Test - 3 - Question 6
The idiom which fits aptly in the above blank is “dug in their heels” which means to refuse to change your plans or ideas, especially when someone is trying to persuade you to do it. Other idioms are contextually incorrect.

At one’s heels- walk close behind you

Under one’s heel- to be in your power and control

Take to one’s heels- to run away

Hence option A is the correct answer.

IBPS PO Prelims Mock Test - 3 - Question 7

In each question below, a sentence is given with a part of it printed in underlined type. That part may contain a grammatical error. Each sentence is followed by phrases 1), 2) and 3) and 4). Find out which phrase should replace the phrase given in bold to correct the error, if there is any, and to make the sentence grammatically meaningful and correct. If the sentence is correct as it is and ‘No correction is required’, mark 5) as the answer.

After a lengthy heated argument, the official left the meeting on a huff.

Detailed Solution for IBPS PO Prelims Mock Test - 3 - Question 7
In a huff (phrasal verb) – in an angry or annoyed state.

After a lengthy heated argument, the official left the meeting in a huff.

IBPS PO Prelims Mock Test - 3 - Question 8

Find out the erroneous part of the given sentence and choose the correct option. Choose 'No error' if the sentence is free from error.

We killed loads by accident (A)/ but we subjected them (B)/ to the extreme (C)/ cold too fast. (D)/ No error (E)

Detailed Solution for IBPS PO Prelims Mock Test - 3 - Question 8
In the second part of the sentence the word 'but' should be replaced with the word 'because' as the reason for the action is mentioned in the later part.

So, part (B) is the erroneous part.

Hence, the correct option is (B).

IBPS PO Prelims Mock Test - 3 - Question 9

In each of the following questions given below a group of words have been underlined which may or may not be grammatically correct. You are required to replace the same with the correct one from the given options in order to make the sentence grammatically correct and meaningful.

Even as a small uptick in daily fresh cases has been reported in November, the Indian SARS-CoV-2 Genomics Consortium (INSACOG) has said no new variants of interest or concern has been seen in India.

Detailed Solution for IBPS PO Prelims Mock Test - 3 - Question 9
The underlined part is grammatically incorrect, ‘new variants’ should be followed by a plural verb so using has been is incorrect, instead we have to use ‘have been’ to make it error free.

Correction is- concern have been seen in India

Hence option A is the correct answer.

IBPS PO Prelims Mock Test - 3 - Question 10

In each question below, a sentence is given with a part of it printed in underlined type. That part may contain a grammatical error. Each sentence is followed by phrases 1), 2) and 3) and 4). Find out which phrase should replace the phrase given in bold to correct the error, if there is any, and to make the sentence grammatically meaningful and correct. If the sentence is correct as it is and ‘No correction is required’, mark 5) as the answer.

The audience instantly broke in as soon as the comedian started cracking jokes.

Detailed Solution for IBPS PO Prelims Mock Test - 3 - Question 10
Break up / broke up (phrasal verb) in this context means – to start laughing. (Break up can also mean ending a relationship)

The audience instantly broke up as soon as the comedian started cracking jokes.

(Break in – to interrupt; Break into – to enter forcibly; Break down – get upset)

IBPS PO Prelims Mock Test - 3 - Question 11

In the question given below, the sentence is divided into three parts I, II and III. For each part, an alternate statement is given. You have to determine if a part requires correction, and then mark that as your answer.

The Indian Space Research Organisation is standing/testimony to the public sector’s capacity to deliver outstanding results,/ when provided to autonomy and resources.

I. The Indian Space Research Organisation was standing

II. testimony for the public sector’s capacity to deliver outstanding results,

III. when provided with autonomy and resources.

Detailed Solution for IBPS PO Prelims Mock Test - 3 - Question 11
The error lies in part 3 only.

Parts I and II are grammatically correct parts and hence do not require any corrections.

Part III uses 'to' which is incorrect here. It should be 'with' as there is a sense of assistance.

Hence, the correct option is (C).

IBPS PO Prelims Mock Test - 3 - Question 12

In each of the following questions given below a group of words have been underlined which may or may not be grammatically correct. You are required to replace the same with the correct one from the given options in order to make the sentence grammatically correct and meaningful.

Padma Shri awardee and legendary Bengal weaver represented a special sari to Prime Minister Narendra Modi. The sari had a painting of the Prime Minister addressing the citizens.

Detailed Solution for IBPS PO Prelims Mock Test - 3 - Question 12
The underlined part is grammatically incorrect, using ‘represented’ is not apt because Presented means to show a person, thing or a data but represented refers to showing yourself as someone else.

Correction is- presented a special sari to

Hence option D is the correct answer.

IBPS PO Prelims Mock Test - 3 - Question 13

In each question below, a sentence is given with a part of it printed in underlined type. That part may contain a grammatical error. Each sentence is followed by phrases 1), 2) and 3) and 4). Find out which phrase should replace the phrase given in bold to correct the error, if there is any, and to make the sentence grammatically meaningful and correct. If the sentence is correct as it is and ‘No correction is required’, mark 5) as the answer.

Shweta just cut in when the teacher was busy demonstrating a very important topic through a practical.

Detailed Solution for IBPS PO Prelims Mock Test - 3 - Question 13
Cut in (phrasal verb) – to interrupt.
IBPS PO Prelims Mock Test - 3 - Question 14

In the question given below, the sentence is divided into three parts I, II and III. For each part, an alternate statement is given. You have to determine if a part requires correction, and then mark that as your answer.

Most research suggests / that highly intelligent people tend to be outgoing, well adjusted / and popular contradict to popular belief.

I. Most research suggest that

II. highly intelligent people tends to be outgoing, well adjusted

III. and popular contrary to popular belief.

Detailed Solution for IBPS PO Prelims Mock Test - 3 - Question 14
The error lies in the III part of the sentence.

The verb 'contradict’ which means ‘deny the truth of (a statement) by asserting the opposite’ should be replaced by the adjective 'contrary’ which means ‘opposite in nature, direction, or meaning.’

Correct sentence:

Most research suggests that highly intelligent people tend to be outgoing, well adjusted and popular contrary to popular belief.

Hence, the correct option is (B).

IBPS PO Prelims Mock Test - 3 - Question 15

In each of the following questions given below a group of words have been underlined which may or may not be grammatically correct. You are required to replace the same with the correct one from the given options in order to make the sentence grammatically correct and meaningful.

In view at fresh incidents of stone-pelting in Amravati, a curfew has been imposed in the city.

Detailed Solution for IBPS PO Prelims Mock Test - 3 - Question 15
The correct phrasal expression is- ‘in view of’ which means when you are taking into consideration facts that have just been mentioned or are just about to be mentioned.
IBPS PO Prelims Mock Test - 3 - Question 16

The following question carries a word, which has been used in 3 different sentences given below it. Identify the statement(s) in which the word has been used correctly.

Track

1) They drove down a narrow track that branched off from the main road.

2) He protested his innocence and promised to help police track down the real murderer.

3) This button advances the tape to the beginning of the track.

Detailed Solution for IBPS PO Prelims Mock Test - 3 - Question 16
In sentence 1 mentions road which means in here ‘track’ means a line or route along which something travels or moves. ‘Track down’ in sentence 2 means to find something or someone after looking for it, him, or her in a lot of different places. ‘Track’ also refers to one of several songs or pieces of music on a CD or other musical recording, as in sentence 3. Hence, the correct answer is option 5.
IBPS PO Prelims Mock Test - 3 - Question 17

In the question given below, the sentence is divided into three parts I, II and III. For each part, an alternate statement is given. You have to determine if a part requires correction, and then mark that as your answer.

The government must consider setting up a dedicating agency/under the Ministry of Labor to deal with developing standards, monitoring/ establishments, and enforcement of standards through the economy.

I. The government must consider setting up a dedicated agency

II. under the Ministry of Labor to dealing with developing standards, monitoring

III. establishments, and enforcement of standards across the economy.

Detailed Solution for IBPS PO Prelims Mock Test - 3 - Question 17
The error lies in parts I and III.

Part I uses 'dedicating' which is the incorrect adjective here. It should be 'dedicated' as the action has been completed.

Part II is a grammatically correct part and hence does not require any correction.

Part III uses 'through' which is incorrect here. It should be 'across' as there is a sense of the entire nation.

Hence, the correct option is (E).

IBPS PO Prelims Mock Test - 3 - Question 18

In each of the following questions given below a group of words have been underlined which may or may not be grammatically correct. You are required to replace the same with the correct one from the given options in order to make the sentence grammatically correct and meaningful.

Covered in a thick layer of smog, Delhi continue to choke as the air quality remained in the 'severe' category on Saturday morning.

Detailed Solution for IBPS PO Prelims Mock Test - 3 - Question 18
The underlined part is grammatically incorrect, ‘Delhi’ should be followed by a singular verb so using continue is incorrect, instead we have to use ‘continues’ to make it error free.

Correction is- Delhi continues to choke as the

Hence option C is the correct answer.

IBPS PO Prelims Mock Test - 3 - Question 19

Direction: The following question carries a word, which has been used in 3 different sentences given below it. Identify the statement(s) in which the word has been used correctly.

Word

1) His voice was deep and word and his song was soothing.

2) Health officials are encouraging people to spread the word about the benefits of exercise.

3) You will buy nothing but trouble if you buy that house, take my word for it.

Detailed Solution for IBPS PO Prelims Mock Test - 3 - Question 19

The correct option is:

5. Both 2 and 3

  • Explanation:
    1. In Sentence 1, the word "word" is used incorrectly and doesn't fit the context.
    2. In Sentence 2, "spread the word" is a common phrase meaning to share information or news.
    3. In Sentence 3, "take my word for it" is an idiom meaning to trust what someone says.

So, Sentences 2 and 3 use the word correctly.

IBPS PO Prelims Mock Test - 3 - Question 20

In the question given below, the sentence is divided into three parts I, II and III. For each part, an alternate statement is given. You have to determine if a part requires correction, and then mark that as your answer.

In what became known as a “taper tantrum”, markets / balking at the Fed’s first hint at withdrawing crisis-era / accommodation by foreshadowing an end to QE asset purchases.

I. In what become known as a “taper tantrum”, markets

II. balked at the Fed’s first hint at withdrawing crisis-era

III. accommodate by foreshadowing an end to QE asset purchases.

Detailed Solution for IBPS PO Prelims Mock Test - 3 - Question 20
The error lies in part II.

The sentence uses the present progressive tense verb 'balking', which does not make the sentence meaningful; as it is the main verb.

The correct verb should be the simple past tense 'balked'.

Parts I and III are grammatically correct and hence do not require any corrections.

Hence, the correct option is (B).

IBPS PO Prelims Mock Test - 3 - Question 21

In each of the following questions given below a group of words have been underlined which may or may not be grammatically correct. You are required to replace the same with the correct one from the given options in order to make the sentence grammatically correct and meaningful.

A 25-year-old woman died after blood of the wrong group was allegedly administered to her at a hospital in Odisha's Sundargarh district.

Detailed Solution for IBPS PO Prelims Mock Test - 3 - Question 21
The given Underlined part is free from error; thus, no correction is required.
IBPS PO Prelims Mock Test - 3 - Question 22

The following question carries a word, which has been used in 3 different sentences given below it. Identify the statement(s) in which the word has been used correctly.

Amplify

1) Foods with sugar or fat seem to trigger cravings that then rewire the brain's pleasure circuitry to amplify that craving.

2) They successfully resisted pressure from their competitors to amplify prices.

3) Ruth hesitated, uncertain of how to amplify honesty and diplomacy in her answer.

Detailed Solution for IBPS PO Prelims Mock Test - 3 - Question 22
Amplify’ means to increase in size, volume or significance. The word is generally used to indicate increase in the magnitude of the amplitude and not in numbers. Of all the given sentences, only alternative 1 uses ‘amplify’ in the aforementioned context. Hence, the correct answer is 1.
IBPS PO Prelims Mock Test - 3 - Question 23

Find out the erroneous part of the given sentence and choose the correct option. Choose 'No error' if the sentence is free from error.

They cannot colonise (A)/ the moon because (B)/ there was no atmosphere (C)/ and no liquid water. (D)/ No error (E)

Detailed Solution for IBPS PO Prelims Mock Test - 3 - Question 23
In the third part of the sentence the 'to be' verb 'was' should be replaced with its present form 'is' because the situation still exists in the present.

So the third part of the sentence is erroneous.

Hence, the correct option is (C).

IBPS PO Prelims Mock Test - 3 - Question 24

In the following questions, two statements are given with each blank in them. Out of the given alternatives, choose one word that fits correctly in both the blanks. If none of the words fits correctly, choose option E, ‘none of these’ as your answer.

A. The president received ___________ from thousands of people who disagreed with his Twitter statements.

B. ___________ from the community is likely since most of the people will disagree with shutting down their favorite park.

Detailed Solution for IBPS PO Prelims Mock Test - 3 - Question 24
As both the statements are talking about facing disagreements, the word ‘backlash’ fits correctly in both the blanks as it means ‘a strong negative reaction by a large number of people, especially to a social or political development’.

Therefore, option A is the correct answer.

IBPS PO Prelims Mock Test - 3 - Question 25

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

The translator has done a good job of _____________ this difficult poem into his native language.

Detailed Solution for IBPS PO Prelims Mock Test - 3 - Question 25
The sentence talks about the translation of a difficult poem into a native language by the translator.

‘Rendering’ meaning‘ ‘translation’ is the correct word that conveys the required meaning.

Exacting-

a. making great demands on one's skill, attention, or other resources. (Adjective)

b. demand and obtain (something) from someone. (Verb)

Recurring- Occurring again periodically or repeatedly (Adj).

Restoring- Bring back or re-establish (a previous right, practice, or situation).

Putting-Bring into a particular state or condition (Verb).

Hence, the correct option is (C).

IBPS PO Prelims Mock Test - 3 - Question 26

In the following questions, two statements are given with each blank in them. Out of the given alternatives, choose one word that fits correctly in both the blanks. If none of the words fits correctly, choose option E, ‘none of these’ as your answer.

A. It does not take much to aggravate my __________ neighbor who is annoyed by any little noise.

B. Because Charles is very __________, you have to be mindful of what you say to him.

Detailed Solution for IBPS PO Prelims Mock Test - 3 - Question 26
As both the statements are talking about a person who can be easily irritated, the word ‘irascible’ fits correctly in both the blanks as it means ‘having or showing a tendency to be easily angered’.

Therefore, option C is the correct answer.

IBPS PO Prelims Mock Test - 3 - Question 27

In each of the questions given below, four words are given in underlined. These four words may or may not be in their correct position. The sentence is then followed by options with the correct combination of words that should replace each other in order to make the sentence grammatically and contextually correct. Find the correct combination of words that replace each other. If the sentence is correct as it is, select ‘E’ as your option.

Medical representations (A) makers have been meeting the committee (B) members and scientists (C) in Indian Council of Medical Research, with device (D) on their products.

Detailed Solution for IBPS PO Prelims Mock Test - 3 - Question 27
The statement is not correct in its present form and it is clear from the first underlined word. Therefore, option E can be ruled out easily.

Now, coming to the given options, if we carry out the interchanging of the pair A-D it gives a meaningful statement that means our choice must have A-D.

So option A and option B have this choice.

If we interchange B-C it does not make any sense

This makes the correct statement as:

Medical device makers have been meeting the committee members and scientists in Indian Council of Medical Research, with representations on their products.

This makes option A the correct choice among the given options.

IBPS PO Prelims Mock Test - 3 - Question 28

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

An extreme drought in parts of Australia has had a _____________ impact on the nation's food production, leading to a decline in exports.

Detailed Solution for IBPS PO Prelims Mock Test - 3 - Question 28
The context of the sentence is that due to a drought (extreme in nature) has had an impact on the country's food production, leading to a decline in exports.

The appropriate adjective to describe the effect of an extreme drought is 'severe' which means (of something bad or undesirable) very great; intense.

Let's find out the meanings of the following words:-

Exceptional- An item in a company's accounts arising from its normal activity but much larger or smaller than usual.

Pleasing- "The pleasing austerity of the surroundings".

Wicked- "A wicked and unscrupulous politician" (Adj).

Slight- Insult (someone) by treating or speaking of them without proper respect or attention.

Hence, the correct option is (B).

IBPS PO Prelims Mock Test - 3 - Question 29

In the following questions, two statements are given with each blank in them. Out of the given alternatives, choose one word that fits correctly in both the blanks. If none of the words fits correctly, choose option E, ‘none of these’ as your answer.

A. Because the treaty between the two nations is very _________, it may be damaged during the presidential meeting.

B. My grandmother has extremely _________ health so she sees her doctor once a week.

Detailed Solution for IBPS PO Prelims Mock Test - 3 - Question 29
As both the sentences are talking about a treaty or health that are very weak, the word ‘fragile’ fits correctly in both the blanks as it means ‘(of an object) easily broken or damaged’ and ‘(of a person) not strong or sturdy; delicate and vulnerable.’

Therefore, option B is the correct answer.

IBPS PO Prelims Mock Test - 3 - Question 30

In each of the questions given below, four words are given in underlined. These four words may or may not be in their correct position. The sentence is then followed by options with the correct combination of words that should replace each other in order to make the sentence grammatically and contextually correct. Find the correct combination of words that replace each other. If the sentence is correct as it is, select ‘E’ as your option.

Industrial agriculture, shocks (A) and increasing weather deforestation (B) are destroying the land we depend (C) on for food, with the world’s poorest hit (D) hard.

Detailed Solution for IBPS PO Prelims Mock Test - 3 - Question 30
The statement is not correct in its present form and it is clear from first underlined word. Therefore, option E can be ruled out easily.

Now, coming to the given options, if we carry out the interchanging of the pair A-C, the sentence becomes meaningless. So option A is ruled out

If we carry out the interchanging of the pair B-C, it is not meaningful. So option B is ruled out

If we carry out the interchanging of the pair A- B, it makes complete sense. So option C is what we can count on.

Although option D has A-B as the choice along with C-D interchanging, it does not make sense.

This makes the correct statement as:

Industrial agriculture, deforestation and increasing weather shocks are destroying the land we depend on for food, with the world’s poorest hard.

This makes option C the correct choice among the given options.

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