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  1. 3511AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

    In the following passages, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

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    The concept of motivation focuses on explaining what moves behaviour. In fact, the term (625) ________is derived from the Latin word 'movere, referring to movement of activity. Most of our everyday explanation of (626)_______ is given in terms of motives. Motives also help in making (627)_______about behaviour. A person will work hard in school, in sports, in business, in music, and in many other situations, if he/she has a very strong need for (628)_______Hence, motives are the general states that enable us to make predictions about behaviour in many different situations. In other words, motivation is one of the (629)_______of behaviour. Instincts, drives, needs, goals, and incentives come under the broad cluster of motivation.

    Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 628.

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    Correct option: D — achievements

    Achievements ‘Achievement’ means something that has been accomplished. The given passage states that a person will work hard in many situations, if he/she has a very strong need for achievements. Hence, ‘achievements’ is the most appropriate answer.

  2. 3512AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

    In the following passages, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

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    The concept of motivation focuses on explaining what moves behaviour. In fact, the term (625) ________is derived from the Latin word 'movere, referring to movement of activity. Most of our everyday explanation of (626)_______ is given in terms of motives. Motives also help in making (627)_______about behaviour. A person will work hard in school, in sports, in business, in music, and in many other situations, if he/she has a very strong need for (628)_______Hence, motives are the general states that enable us to make predictions about behaviour in many different situations. In other words, motivation is one of the (629)_______of behaviour. Instincts, drives, needs, goals, and incentives come under the broad cluster of motivation.

    Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 629.

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    Correct option: C — determinants

    Determinants ‘Determinant’ means a factor which affects something. The given passage states that motivation is one of the determinants of behaviour. Hence, ‘determinants’ is the most appropriate answer.

  3. 3513AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

    In the following passages, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

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    Fingerprinting is the one of the methods of (630)_______ using the impression made by the minute ridge formation or patterns found on the fingertips. No two persons have exactly the same (631)_______ of ridge patterns, they remain unchanged throughout the life. Fingerprints may be classified and filled on the basis of the ridge patterns, setting up an identification system that is almost (632)_______. Today, law enforcement agencies use computers to (633)_______ record fingerprints and to transmit them electronically to other agencies for comparison. By comparing fingerprints of the criminals with the recorded fingerprints, officials can establish (634)_______ proof of the presence or identity of a person.

    Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 630.

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    Correct option: D — identification

    Identification Identification means the act of recognizing or identifying something. The given passage states that fingerprinting is a method of identifying people by using the unique patterns of ridges on their fingertips. Hence, ‘identification’ is the most appropriate answer.

  4. 3514AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

    In the following passages, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

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    Fingerprinting is the one of the methods of (630)_______ using the impression made by the minute ridge formation or patterns found on the fingertips. No two persons have exactly the same (631)_______ of ridge patterns, they remain unchanged throughout the life. Fingerprints may be classified and filled on the basis of the ridge patterns, setting up an identification system that is almost (632)_______. Today, law enforcement agencies use computers to (633)_______ record fingerprints and to transmit them electronically to other agencies for comparison. By comparing fingerprints of the criminals with the recorded fingerprints, officials can establish (634)_______ proof of the presence or identity of a person.

    Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 631.

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    Correct option: A — arrangement

    Arrangement ‘Arrangement’ means the way in which something is organized. The given passage states that no two individuals have the exact same arrangement of ridge patterns. Hence, ‘arrangement’ is the most appropriate answer.

  5. 3515AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

    In the following passages, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

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    Fingerprinting is the one of the methods of (630)_______ using the impression made by the minute ridge formation or patterns found on the fingertips. No two persons have exactly the same (631)_______ of ridge patterns, they remain unchanged throughout the life. Fingerprints may be classified and filled on the basis of the ridge patterns, setting up an identification system that is almost (632)_______. Today, law enforcement agencies use computers to (633)_______ record fingerprints and to transmit them electronically to other agencies for comparison. By comparing fingerprints of the criminals with the recorded fingerprints, officials can establish (634)_______ proof of the presence or identity of a person.

    Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 632.

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    Correct option: B — infallible

    Infallible Infallible means effective and incapable of making mistakes. The given passage states that this fingerprint identification system is effective and rarely prone to errors. Hence, ‘infallible’ is the most appropriate answer.

  6. 3516AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

    In the following passages, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

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    Fingerprinting is the one of the methods of (630)_______ using the impression made by the minute ridge formation or patterns found on the fingertips. No two persons have exactly the same (631)_______ of ridge patterns, they remain unchanged throughout the life. Fingerprints may be classified and filled on the basis of the ridge patterns, setting up an identification system that is almost (632)_______. Today, law enforcement agencies use computers to (633)_______ record fingerprints and to transmit them electronically to other agencies for comparison. By comparing fingerprints of the criminals with the recorded fingerprints, officials can establish (634)_______ proof of the presence or identity of a person.

    Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 633.

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    Correct option: B — digitally

    Digitally Digitally means by using digital technology. The given passage states that law enforcement agencies currently utilize computers to digitally record fingerprints. Hence, ‘digitally’ is the most appropriate answer.

  7. 3517AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

    In the following passages, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

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    Fingerprinting is the one of the methods of (630)_______ using the impression made by the minute ridge formation or patterns found on the fingertips. No two persons have exactly the same (631)_______ of ridge patterns, they remain unchanged throughout the life. Fingerprints may be classified and filled on the basis of the ridge patterns, setting up an identification system that is almost (632)_______. Today, law enforcement agencies use computers to (633)_______ record fingerprints and to transmit them electronically to other agencies for comparison. By comparing fingerprints of the criminals with the recorded fingerprints, officials can establish (634)_______ proof of the presence or identity of a person.

    Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 634.

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    Correct option: A — absolute

    Absolute Absolute means complete or total. The given passage states that officials can verify a person's presence or identity by comparing the fingerprints of criminals with recorded fingerprints. Hence, ‘absolute’ is the most appropriate answer.

  8. 3518AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

    In the following passages, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

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    Photosynthesis is the _______ (635) used by plants, algae and some bacteria to turn sunlight into energy. The process chemically ________ (636) carbon dioxide and water into food and oxygen. The chemical reaction often _______ (637) on a pigment called chlorophyll, which gives plants their green colour. Photosynthesis is also the _______ (638) our planet is blanketed in an oxygen-rich atmosphere. Plants absorb carbon dioxide from the ______ (639) air and release water and oxygen via microscopic pores on their leaves called stomata.

    Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 635.

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    Correct option: A — process

    Process ‘Process’ means a series of actions to achieve a result. The given passage states that photosynthesis is a process used by plants, algae, and some bacteria to convert sunlight into energy. Hence, ‘process’ is the most appropriate answer.

  9. 3519AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

    In the following passages, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

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    Photosynthesis is the _______ (635) used by plants, algae and some bacteria to turn sunlight into energy. The process chemically ________ (636) carbon dioxide and water into food and oxygen. The chemical reaction often _______ (637) on a pigment called chlorophyll, which gives plants their green colour. Photosynthesis is also the _______ (638) our planet is blanketed in an oxygen-rich atmosphere. Plants absorb carbon dioxide from the ______ (639) air and release water and oxygen via microscopic pores on their leaves called stomata.

    Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 636.

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    Correct option: A — converts

    Converts ‘Convert’ means to change or transform something from one form to another. The given passage states that photosynthesis chemically transforms carbon dioxide and water into food and oxygen. Hence, ‘converts’ is the most appropriate answer.

  10. 3520AIIMSEnglish LanguageEnglish

    In the following passages, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.

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    Photosynthesis is the _______ (635) used by plants, algae and some bacteria to turn sunlight into energy. The process chemically ________ (636) carbon dioxide and water into food and oxygen. The chemical reaction often _______ (637) on a pigment called chlorophyll, which gives plants their green colour. Photosynthesis is also the _______ (638) our planet is blanketed in an oxygen-rich atmosphere. Plants absorb carbon dioxide from the ______ (639) air and release water and oxygen via microscopic pores on their leaves called stomata.

    Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 637.

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    Correct option: A — relies

    Relies ‘Relies’ means to depend on something or someone. The given passage states that the chemical reaction often depends on a pigment called chlorophyll. Hence, ‘relies’ is the most appropriate answer.

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