IBPS PO 2020: Prelims Question Paper Solutions | IBPS PO Mock Test Series 2024 & Past Year Papers - Bank Exams PDF Download

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S1. Ans.(e) 
Sol. ACB is the correct sequence. 
The role played by human rights organisations in documenting and questioning state functioning and 
excesses is a necessary component of civil society activism 
 
S2. Ans.(e) 
Sol. BCA is the correct sequence. 
The C&AG’s observations in its financial audit report relate to the denial of States’ share in the divisible 
taxes pool. 
 
S3. Ans.(b) 
Sol. CAB is the correct sequence 
Many countries have chosen to ignore the connection between biodiversity and well-being, and depleted 
ecological capital in pursuit of financial prosperity.  
 
S4. Ans.(d) 
Sol. BAC is the correct sequence. 
Gandhi’s repeated emphasis on service to all human beings from all traditions of thought was the essence 
of his non-violent democratic theory.  
 
S5. Ans.(a) 
Sol. The correct phrase to replace the incorrect phrase is “evidently collide”. ‘Collide’ means hit by 
accident when moving. Since the sentence is in past perfect form, ‘collided’ should be used. All the other 
given options are either grammatically incorrect or contextually meaningless.  
 
S6. Ans.(c) 
Sol. The correct phrase to replace the incorrect phrase is “made vague promises”. All the other given 
options are either grammatically incorrect or contextually meaningless. 
 
S7. Ans.(c) 
Sol. Option (c) is the correct choice. 
Students feel autonomous when they are able to willingly devote 
time and energy to their studies 
 
S8. Ans.(b) 
Sol. Going through the given parts of the sentence it can be seen that 
given sentence is talking about the increase in the number of cases of 
COVID-19 in the capital. So, on the basis of this it can be seen that the 
correct arrangement would be CBDEA and the sentence thus formed 
is: 
As many as 3,227 new COVID-19 cases were reported in the Capital in 
the past 24 hours taking the total number of cases to 2,76,325, 
according to a health bulletin released by the Delhi government. 
 
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S1. Ans.(e) 
Sol. ACB is the correct sequence. 
The role played by human rights organisations in documenting and questioning state functioning and 
excesses is a necessary component of civil society activism 
 
S2. Ans.(e) 
Sol. BCA is the correct sequence. 
The C&AG’s observations in its financial audit report relate to the denial of States’ share in the divisible 
taxes pool. 
 
S3. Ans.(b) 
Sol. CAB is the correct sequence 
Many countries have chosen to ignore the connection between biodiversity and well-being, and depleted 
ecological capital in pursuit of financial prosperity.  
 
S4. Ans.(d) 
Sol. BAC is the correct sequence. 
Gandhi’s repeated emphasis on service to all human beings from all traditions of thought was the essence 
of his non-violent democratic theory.  
 
S5. Ans.(a) 
Sol. The correct phrase to replace the incorrect phrase is “evidently collide”. ‘Collide’ means hit by 
accident when moving. Since the sentence is in past perfect form, ‘collided’ should be used. All the other 
given options are either grammatically incorrect or contextually meaningless.  
 
S6. Ans.(c) 
Sol. The correct phrase to replace the incorrect phrase is “made vague promises”. All the other given 
options are either grammatically incorrect or contextually meaningless. 
 
S7. Ans.(c) 
Sol. Option (c) is the correct choice. 
Students feel autonomous when they are able to willingly devote 
time and energy to their studies 
 
S8. Ans.(b) 
Sol. Going through the given parts of the sentence it can be seen that 
given sentence is talking about the increase in the number of cases of 
COVID-19 in the capital. So, on the basis of this it can be seen that the 
correct arrangement would be CBDEA and the sentence thus formed 
is: 
As many as 3,227 new COVID-19 cases were reported in the Capital in 
the past 24 hours taking the total number of cases to 2,76,325, 
according to a health bulletin released by the Delhi government. 
 
    
  
 
S9. Ans.(a) 
Sol. Given sentence is talking about the appeal made by the CBI and ED’s regarding early hearing of the 
appeal against the 2G case verdict. So, on the basis of this information it can be seen that correct 
arrangement would be ABDEC and the sentence thus formed is: 
The Delhi High Court allowed the CBI and ED’s appeal for an early hearing on its leave to appeal against the 
2G case verdict acquitting former Telecom Minister A. Raja and others. 
 
S10. Ans.(c) 
Sol. Given sentence is talking about the declaration of farmer outfits about intensifying their agitation. So, 
on the basis of this information it can be seen that correct arrangement would be DEABC and the 
sentence thus formed is: 
Farmer outfits announced that they would intensify their agitation from October 1, which will include an 
indefinite “rail roko” protest and the social boycott of political leaders. 
 
S11. Ans.(e) 
Sol. Given sentence is correct as it is and requires no rearrangement. So, the correct answer choice is 
option (e). 
 
S12. Ans.(d) 
Sol. Given sentence is talking about the controversy surrounding the “Me Too” campaign and how it 
started. So, on the basis of this information it can be seen that correct arrangement would be BECDA and 
the sentence thus formed is: 
The controversies surrounding ‘Me Too’ are complicated by the reality that the movement itself is a result of 
the failure of due process. 
 
S13. Ans.(c) 
Sol. Refer to the lines “students who learn through technology can create a set of skills that will help them 
throughout their own future careers” and “Many believe that it actually helps students stay engaged 
during class by using a familiar tool for academic learning.” Hence, option (c) is correct. 
 
S14. Ans.(d) 
Sol. Refer to the lines “By incorporating modern technology like artificial intelligence, for instance, 
teachers can develop more creative and innovative lesson plans to hold the attention of their classes. 
Not to mention, as new methods of teaching develop, so does the need for specialized professionals 
both within and outside of the education field.” Hence, option (d) is correct.  
 
S15. Ans.(e) 
Sol. Refer to the sentence “Many believe that technology can enhance individual learning, removing 
educational boundaries that teachers may face. It enables online education, distance learning, and access 
to up-to-date information. Because each student interprets this information differently, technology can 
enable more research into subjects that are more difficult to learn. They can learn at their own pace.” 
Hence option (e) is correct. 
 
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S1. Ans.(e) 
Sol. ACB is the correct sequence. 
The role played by human rights organisations in documenting and questioning state functioning and 
excesses is a necessary component of civil society activism 
 
S2. Ans.(e) 
Sol. BCA is the correct sequence. 
The C&AG’s observations in its financial audit report relate to the denial of States’ share in the divisible 
taxes pool. 
 
S3. Ans.(b) 
Sol. CAB is the correct sequence 
Many countries have chosen to ignore the connection between biodiversity and well-being, and depleted 
ecological capital in pursuit of financial prosperity.  
 
S4. Ans.(d) 
Sol. BAC is the correct sequence. 
Gandhi’s repeated emphasis on service to all human beings from all traditions of thought was the essence 
of his non-violent democratic theory.  
 
S5. Ans.(a) 
Sol. The correct phrase to replace the incorrect phrase is “evidently collide”. ‘Collide’ means hit by 
accident when moving. Since the sentence is in past perfect form, ‘collided’ should be used. All the other 
given options are either grammatically incorrect or contextually meaningless.  
 
S6. Ans.(c) 
Sol. The correct phrase to replace the incorrect phrase is “made vague promises”. All the other given 
options are either grammatically incorrect or contextually meaningless. 
 
S7. Ans.(c) 
Sol. Option (c) is the correct choice. 
Students feel autonomous when they are able to willingly devote 
time and energy to their studies 
 
S8. Ans.(b) 
Sol. Going through the given parts of the sentence it can be seen that 
given sentence is talking about the increase in the number of cases of 
COVID-19 in the capital. So, on the basis of this it can be seen that the 
correct arrangement would be CBDEA and the sentence thus formed 
is: 
As many as 3,227 new COVID-19 cases were reported in the Capital in 
the past 24 hours taking the total number of cases to 2,76,325, 
according to a health bulletin released by the Delhi government. 
 
    
  
 
S9. Ans.(a) 
Sol. Given sentence is talking about the appeal made by the CBI and ED’s regarding early hearing of the 
appeal against the 2G case verdict. So, on the basis of this information it can be seen that correct 
arrangement would be ABDEC and the sentence thus formed is: 
The Delhi High Court allowed the CBI and ED’s appeal for an early hearing on its leave to appeal against the 
2G case verdict acquitting former Telecom Minister A. Raja and others. 
 
S10. Ans.(c) 
Sol. Given sentence is talking about the declaration of farmer outfits about intensifying their agitation. So, 
on the basis of this information it can be seen that correct arrangement would be DEABC and the 
sentence thus formed is: 
Farmer outfits announced that they would intensify their agitation from October 1, which will include an 
indefinite “rail roko” protest and the social boycott of political leaders. 
 
S11. Ans.(e) 
Sol. Given sentence is correct as it is and requires no rearrangement. So, the correct answer choice is 
option (e). 
 
S12. Ans.(d) 
Sol. Given sentence is talking about the controversy surrounding the “Me Too” campaign and how it 
started. So, on the basis of this information it can be seen that correct arrangement would be BECDA and 
the sentence thus formed is: 
The controversies surrounding ‘Me Too’ are complicated by the reality that the movement itself is a result of 
the failure of due process. 
 
S13. Ans.(c) 
Sol. Refer to the lines “students who learn through technology can create a set of skills that will help them 
throughout their own future careers” and “Many believe that it actually helps students stay engaged 
during class by using a familiar tool for academic learning.” Hence, option (c) is correct. 
 
S14. Ans.(d) 
Sol. Refer to the lines “By incorporating modern technology like artificial intelligence, for instance, 
teachers can develop more creative and innovative lesson plans to hold the attention of their classes. 
Not to mention, as new methods of teaching develop, so does the need for specialized professionals 
both within and outside of the education field.” Hence, option (d) is correct.  
 
S15. Ans.(e) 
Sol. Refer to the sentence “Many believe that technology can enhance individual learning, removing 
educational boundaries that teachers may face. It enables online education, distance learning, and access 
to up-to-date information. Because each student interprets this information differently, technology can 
enable more research into subjects that are more difficult to learn. They can learn at their own pace.” 
Hence option (e) is correct. 
 
    
  
 
S16. Ans.(a) 
Sol. Refer to the sentence “Educational technology is a fairly new field in the education sector, and not all 
teachers are ready to start implementing such technologically-driven plans.” 
 
S17. Ans.(e) 
Sol. Refer to the lines “However, the cost of education has significantly reduced, with options like online 
degrees and by eliminating the need to buy physical textbooks. By accessing scholarly articles from 
your university’s database, for example, you can easily choose to continue your studies from another 
country or without leaving your home.” “Typically, free for students, most academic journals will offer 
full digital versions of books originally produced in print”. Hence, option (e) is correct.  
 
S18. Ans.(d) 
Sol. The given sentence indicates that technology can not only helps students but also the education 
professionals. It helps in the overall growth and development of the students and education 
professionals. Thus, after carefully reading the passage, it can be inferred that technology should form an 
integral part of education system. 
 
S19. Ans.(b) 
Sol. ‘Frequently’ means regularly or habitually; often. Thus, regularly can replace the given word in the 
passage. 
 
S20. Ans.(c) 
Sol. Eliminating means completely remove or get rid of (something). Hence, removal is the synonym of 
the given word. 
 
S21. Ans.(a) 
Sol. The most suitable word to fill the blank is “products”. The phrase alongside the blank clearly 
mentions the products that can be classified under gaseous refinery. Hence, option (a) is the most 
appropriate choice. 
 
S22. Ans.(b) 
Sol. The most suitable word to fill the given blank is “consumed”. Since the given sentence explains the 
process of refinery desulfurization facilities, it can be understood that hydrogen is used to carry out 
several procedures in the refinery. Hence, option (b) is correct.  
 
S23. Ans.(d) 
Sol. The most suitable for the given blank is “significant”. All the other options are either grammatically 
incorrect or contextually meaningless. 
 
S24. Ans.(a) 
Sol. Since a drawback of refinery gas is mentioned in the given sentence, we can easily identify the word 
which is apt for the blank. Among the given words only “unsuitable” adheres to the grammar and context 
of the given passage. Hence, option (a) is the correct answer choice. 
 
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S1. Ans.(e) 
Sol. ACB is the correct sequence. 
The role played by human rights organisations in documenting and questioning state functioning and 
excesses is a necessary component of civil society activism 
 
S2. Ans.(e) 
Sol. BCA is the correct sequence. 
The C&AG’s observations in its financial audit report relate to the denial of States’ share in the divisible 
taxes pool. 
 
S3. Ans.(b) 
Sol. CAB is the correct sequence 
Many countries have chosen to ignore the connection between biodiversity and well-being, and depleted 
ecological capital in pursuit of financial prosperity.  
 
S4. Ans.(d) 
Sol. BAC is the correct sequence. 
Gandhi’s repeated emphasis on service to all human beings from all traditions of thought was the essence 
of his non-violent democratic theory.  
 
S5. Ans.(a) 
Sol. The correct phrase to replace the incorrect phrase is “evidently collide”. ‘Collide’ means hit by 
accident when moving. Since the sentence is in past perfect form, ‘collided’ should be used. All the other 
given options are either grammatically incorrect or contextually meaningless.  
 
S6. Ans.(c) 
Sol. The correct phrase to replace the incorrect phrase is “made vague promises”. All the other given 
options are either grammatically incorrect or contextually meaningless. 
 
S7. Ans.(c) 
Sol. Option (c) is the correct choice. 
Students feel autonomous when they are able to willingly devote 
time and energy to their studies 
 
S8. Ans.(b) 
Sol. Going through the given parts of the sentence it can be seen that 
given sentence is talking about the increase in the number of cases of 
COVID-19 in the capital. So, on the basis of this it can be seen that the 
correct arrangement would be CBDEA and the sentence thus formed 
is: 
As many as 3,227 new COVID-19 cases were reported in the Capital in 
the past 24 hours taking the total number of cases to 2,76,325, 
according to a health bulletin released by the Delhi government. 
 
    
  
 
S9. Ans.(a) 
Sol. Given sentence is talking about the appeal made by the CBI and ED’s regarding early hearing of the 
appeal against the 2G case verdict. So, on the basis of this information it can be seen that correct 
arrangement would be ABDEC and the sentence thus formed is: 
The Delhi High Court allowed the CBI and ED’s appeal for an early hearing on its leave to appeal against the 
2G case verdict acquitting former Telecom Minister A. Raja and others. 
 
S10. Ans.(c) 
Sol. Given sentence is talking about the declaration of farmer outfits about intensifying their agitation. So, 
on the basis of this information it can be seen that correct arrangement would be DEABC and the 
sentence thus formed is: 
Farmer outfits announced that they would intensify their agitation from October 1, which will include an 
indefinite “rail roko” protest and the social boycott of political leaders. 
 
S11. Ans.(e) 
Sol. Given sentence is correct as it is and requires no rearrangement. So, the correct answer choice is 
option (e). 
 
S12. Ans.(d) 
Sol. Given sentence is talking about the controversy surrounding the “Me Too” campaign and how it 
started. So, on the basis of this information it can be seen that correct arrangement would be BECDA and 
the sentence thus formed is: 
The controversies surrounding ‘Me Too’ are complicated by the reality that the movement itself is a result of 
the failure of due process. 
 
S13. Ans.(c) 
Sol. Refer to the lines “students who learn through technology can create a set of skills that will help them 
throughout their own future careers” and “Many believe that it actually helps students stay engaged 
during class by using a familiar tool for academic learning.” Hence, option (c) is correct. 
 
S14. Ans.(d) 
Sol. Refer to the lines “By incorporating modern technology like artificial intelligence, for instance, 
teachers can develop more creative and innovative lesson plans to hold the attention of their classes. 
Not to mention, as new methods of teaching develop, so does the need for specialized professionals 
both within and outside of the education field.” Hence, option (d) is correct.  
 
S15. Ans.(e) 
Sol. Refer to the sentence “Many believe that technology can enhance individual learning, removing 
educational boundaries that teachers may face. It enables online education, distance learning, and access 
to up-to-date information. Because each student interprets this information differently, technology can 
enable more research into subjects that are more difficult to learn. They can learn at their own pace.” 
Hence option (e) is correct. 
 
    
  
 
S16. Ans.(a) 
Sol. Refer to the sentence “Educational technology is a fairly new field in the education sector, and not all 
teachers are ready to start implementing such technologically-driven plans.” 
 
S17. Ans.(e) 
Sol. Refer to the lines “However, the cost of education has significantly reduced, with options like online 
degrees and by eliminating the need to buy physical textbooks. By accessing scholarly articles from 
your university’s database, for example, you can easily choose to continue your studies from another 
country or without leaving your home.” “Typically, free for students, most academic journals will offer 
full digital versions of books originally produced in print”. Hence, option (e) is correct.  
 
S18. Ans.(d) 
Sol. The given sentence indicates that technology can not only helps students but also the education 
professionals. It helps in the overall growth and development of the students and education 
professionals. Thus, after carefully reading the passage, it can be inferred that technology should form an 
integral part of education system. 
 
S19. Ans.(b) 
Sol. ‘Frequently’ means regularly or habitually; often. Thus, regularly can replace the given word in the 
passage. 
 
S20. Ans.(c) 
Sol. Eliminating means completely remove or get rid of (something). Hence, removal is the synonym of 
the given word. 
 
S21. Ans.(a) 
Sol. The most suitable word to fill the blank is “products”. The phrase alongside the blank clearly 
mentions the products that can be classified under gaseous refinery. Hence, option (a) is the most 
appropriate choice. 
 
S22. Ans.(b) 
Sol. The most suitable word to fill the given blank is “consumed”. Since the given sentence explains the 
process of refinery desulfurization facilities, it can be understood that hydrogen is used to carry out 
several procedures in the refinery. Hence, option (b) is correct.  
 
S23. Ans.(d) 
Sol. The most suitable for the given blank is “significant”. All the other options are either grammatically 
incorrect or contextually meaningless. 
 
S24. Ans.(a) 
Sol. Since a drawback of refinery gas is mentioned in the given sentence, we can easily identify the word 
which is apt for the blank. Among the given words only “unsuitable” adheres to the grammar and context 
of the given passage. Hence, option (a) is the correct answer choice. 
 
    
  
 
S25. Ans.(c) 
Sol. The phrase alongside the blank has mentioned that ethane is used as a petrochemical feedstock, 
which implies that it is recovered in the refinery fuel system. Hence, option (c) i.e. “recovered” becomes 
the most viable answer choice. 
 
S26. Ans.(d) 
Sol. According to the context of the passage, the most suitable word for the given blank is “control. Hence, 
option (d) is the correct choice. 
 
S27. Ans.(c) 
Sol. Only sentence (iii) is correct. 
In sentence (i), replace ‘for’ by ‘since’. 
In sentence (ii) replace ‘of’ by ‘for’. 
 
S28. Ans.(d) 
Sol. Both the sentence (i) and (iii) are correct. 
In Sentence (ii) ‘have’ should be replaced by ‘has’. 
 
S29. Ans.(e) 
Sol. All the given sentences are correct. 
 
S30. Ans.(a) 
Sol. Sentence (i) is correct.  
In sentence (ii) ‘for’ should be replaced by ‘to’. 
In sentence (iii) ‘has’ should be replaced by ‘is’. 
 
S31. Ans.(b) 
Sol. Required sum = (64 – 30) + (72 – 32) + (76 – 48)  
= 34 + 40 + 28 = 102 
 
S32. Ans.(a) 
Sol. Total people visited in park F = (     )        
So, number of boys visited in park F =      
 
 
     
 
S33. Ans.(c) 
Sol. Required percentage = 
  
  
                  
 
S34. Ans.(b) 
Sol. Required revenue = 24              
 
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S1. Ans.(e) 
Sol. ACB is the correct sequence. 
The role played by human rights organisations in documenting and questioning state functioning and 
excesses is a necessary component of civil society activism 
 
S2. Ans.(e) 
Sol. BCA is the correct sequence. 
The C&AG’s observations in its financial audit report relate to the denial of States’ share in the divisible 
taxes pool. 
 
S3. Ans.(b) 
Sol. CAB is the correct sequence 
Many countries have chosen to ignore the connection between biodiversity and well-being, and depleted 
ecological capital in pursuit of financial prosperity.  
 
S4. Ans.(d) 
Sol. BAC is the correct sequence. 
Gandhi’s repeated emphasis on service to all human beings from all traditions of thought was the essence 
of his non-violent democratic theory.  
 
S5. Ans.(a) 
Sol. The correct phrase to replace the incorrect phrase is “evidently collide”. ‘Collide’ means hit by 
accident when moving. Since the sentence is in past perfect form, ‘collided’ should be used. All the other 
given options are either grammatically incorrect or contextually meaningless.  
 
S6. Ans.(c) 
Sol. The correct phrase to replace the incorrect phrase is “made vague promises”. All the other given 
options are either grammatically incorrect or contextually meaningless. 
 
S7. Ans.(c) 
Sol. Option (c) is the correct choice. 
Students feel autonomous when they are able to willingly devote 
time and energy to their studies 
 
S8. Ans.(b) 
Sol. Going through the given parts of the sentence it can be seen that 
given sentence is talking about the increase in the number of cases of 
COVID-19 in the capital. So, on the basis of this it can be seen that the 
correct arrangement would be CBDEA and the sentence thus formed 
is: 
As many as 3,227 new COVID-19 cases were reported in the Capital in 
the past 24 hours taking the total number of cases to 2,76,325, 
according to a health bulletin released by the Delhi government. 
 
    
  
 
S9. Ans.(a) 
Sol. Given sentence is talking about the appeal made by the CBI and ED’s regarding early hearing of the 
appeal against the 2G case verdict. So, on the basis of this information it can be seen that correct 
arrangement would be ABDEC and the sentence thus formed is: 
The Delhi High Court allowed the CBI and ED’s appeal for an early hearing on its leave to appeal against the 
2G case verdict acquitting former Telecom Minister A. Raja and others. 
 
S10. Ans.(c) 
Sol. Given sentence is talking about the declaration of farmer outfits about intensifying their agitation. So, 
on the basis of this information it can be seen that correct arrangement would be DEABC and the 
sentence thus formed is: 
Farmer outfits announced that they would intensify their agitation from October 1, which will include an 
indefinite “rail roko” protest and the social boycott of political leaders. 
 
S11. Ans.(e) 
Sol. Given sentence is correct as it is and requires no rearrangement. So, the correct answer choice is 
option (e). 
 
S12. Ans.(d) 
Sol. Given sentence is talking about the controversy surrounding the “Me Too” campaign and how it 
started. So, on the basis of this information it can be seen that correct arrangement would be BECDA and 
the sentence thus formed is: 
The controversies surrounding ‘Me Too’ are complicated by the reality that the movement itself is a result of 
the failure of due process. 
 
S13. Ans.(c) 
Sol. Refer to the lines “students who learn through technology can create a set of skills that will help them 
throughout their own future careers” and “Many believe that it actually helps students stay engaged 
during class by using a familiar tool for academic learning.” Hence, option (c) is correct. 
 
S14. Ans.(d) 
Sol. Refer to the lines “By incorporating modern technology like artificial intelligence, for instance, 
teachers can develop more creative and innovative lesson plans to hold the attention of their classes. 
Not to mention, as new methods of teaching develop, so does the need for specialized professionals 
both within and outside of the education field.” Hence, option (d) is correct.  
 
S15. Ans.(e) 
Sol. Refer to the sentence “Many believe that technology can enhance individual learning, removing 
educational boundaries that teachers may face. It enables online education, distance learning, and access 
to up-to-date information. Because each student interprets this information differently, technology can 
enable more research into subjects that are more difficult to learn. They can learn at their own pace.” 
Hence option (e) is correct. 
 
    
  
 
S16. Ans.(a) 
Sol. Refer to the sentence “Educational technology is a fairly new field in the education sector, and not all 
teachers are ready to start implementing such technologically-driven plans.” 
 
S17. Ans.(e) 
Sol. Refer to the lines “However, the cost of education has significantly reduced, with options like online 
degrees and by eliminating the need to buy physical textbooks. By accessing scholarly articles from 
your university’s database, for example, you can easily choose to continue your studies from another 
country or without leaving your home.” “Typically, free for students, most academic journals will offer 
full digital versions of books originally produced in print”. Hence, option (e) is correct.  
 
S18. Ans.(d) 
Sol. The given sentence indicates that technology can not only helps students but also the education 
professionals. It helps in the overall growth and development of the students and education 
professionals. Thus, after carefully reading the passage, it can be inferred that technology should form an 
integral part of education system. 
 
S19. Ans.(b) 
Sol. ‘Frequently’ means regularly or habitually; often. Thus, regularly can replace the given word in the 
passage. 
 
S20. Ans.(c) 
Sol. Eliminating means completely remove or get rid of (something). Hence, removal is the synonym of 
the given word. 
 
S21. Ans.(a) 
Sol. The most suitable word to fill the blank is “products”. The phrase alongside the blank clearly 
mentions the products that can be classified under gaseous refinery. Hence, option (a) is the most 
appropriate choice. 
 
S22. Ans.(b) 
Sol. The most suitable word to fill the given blank is “consumed”. Since the given sentence explains the 
process of refinery desulfurization facilities, it can be understood that hydrogen is used to carry out 
several procedures in the refinery. Hence, option (b) is correct.  
 
S23. Ans.(d) 
Sol. The most suitable for the given blank is “significant”. All the other options are either grammatically 
incorrect or contextually meaningless. 
 
S24. Ans.(a) 
Sol. Since a drawback of refinery gas is mentioned in the given sentence, we can easily identify the word 
which is apt for the blank. Among the given words only “unsuitable” adheres to the grammar and context 
of the given passage. Hence, option (a) is the correct answer choice. 
 
    
  
 
S25. Ans.(c) 
Sol. The phrase alongside the blank has mentioned that ethane is used as a petrochemical feedstock, 
which implies that it is recovered in the refinery fuel system. Hence, option (c) i.e. “recovered” becomes 
the most viable answer choice. 
 
S26. Ans.(d) 
Sol. According to the context of the passage, the most suitable word for the given blank is “control. Hence, 
option (d) is the correct choice. 
 
S27. Ans.(c) 
Sol. Only sentence (iii) is correct. 
In sentence (i), replace ‘for’ by ‘since’. 
In sentence (ii) replace ‘of’ by ‘for’. 
 
S28. Ans.(d) 
Sol. Both the sentence (i) and (iii) are correct. 
In Sentence (ii) ‘have’ should be replaced by ‘has’. 
 
S29. Ans.(e) 
Sol. All the given sentences are correct. 
 
S30. Ans.(a) 
Sol. Sentence (i) is correct.  
In sentence (ii) ‘for’ should be replaced by ‘to’. 
In sentence (iii) ‘has’ should be replaced by ‘is’. 
 
S31. Ans.(b) 
Sol. Required sum = (64 – 30) + (72 – 32) + (76 – 48)  
= 34 + 40 + 28 = 102 
 
S32. Ans.(a) 
Sol. Total people visited in park F = (     )        
So, number of boys visited in park F =      
 
 
     
 
S33. Ans.(c) 
Sol. Required percentage = 
  
  
                  
 
S34. Ans.(b) 
Sol. Required revenue = 24              
 
    
  
 
S35. Ans.(d) 
Sol. Required percentage = 
      
  
      
 = 
  
  
        
 
 
    33% 
 
S36. Ans.(a) 
Sol. Pattern of series – 
?= 9 .8 + 0.9 = 10.7  
10.7   1.8 = 8.9 
8.9 + 2.7 = 11.6 
11.6 - 3.6 = 8 
8 + 4.5 = 12.5  
 
S37. Ans.(e) 
Sol. Pattern of series – 
400 – (5
3
 + 1) = 274 
274   (4
3
 + 1) = 209 
209   (3
3
 + 1) = 181 
181 – (2
3
 + 1) = 172 
?= 172 – (1
3
 + 1) = 170 
 
S38. Ans.(b) 
Sol. Pattern of series – 
1      
? = 1      
3       
15    = 105 
105        
 
S39. Ans.(c) 
Sol. Pattern of series – 
12        
6      
6    5 = 9  
9       
18         
 
S40. Ans.(b) 
Sol. Pattern of series – 
34         
18         
10         
? = 6        
4