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BBA-DBE Bangalore 2024 · Slot 2

Verbal Ability

Read the passage or information below

Employers expect managers and leaders to consider the various viewpoints to make thoughtful and tough decisions. Good decision-makers do not get influenced by their emotions or personal loyalty when deciding about the company's betterment. This helps make unbiased decisions and even minimizes the chances of the same problem recurring again. Many companies often choose managers with wrong skills who end up making disastrous decisions. The key components of problem solving skills are analytical and critical thinking, creativity and decision making. Analytical thinkers identify patterns, relationships, and root causes, making it easier to devise effective solutions. Critical thinkers make sure that solutions are not just quick fixes but are grounded in logic and evidence. Problem-solving skills are essential for navigating the complexities of modern life and work. By developing these skills, individuals can become more effective, adaptable, and successful in achieving their goals. Whether in personal situations or professional environments, the ability to solve problems efficiently and creatively is a valuable asset that can lead to improved outcomes and greater satisfaction.

Question 1

Choose an appropriate title for the passage

  1. A.

    Top Managerial Skills for decision making

  2. B.

    HR Skills for decision making

  3. C.

    Problem Solving Skills for Decision making

  4. D.

    Creative Skills for decision making

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Correct answer: C

Question 2

What is the central theme of this passage?

  1. A.

    Skills required for decision making while encountering HR solutions

  2. B.

    Most important skill required for managers for decision making, when encountering problems.

  3. C.

    Decision making skills while encountering emotional situations.

  4. D.

    Decision making skills while dealing with complaints

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Correct answer: B

Question 3

What is the inference drawn from this passage?

  1. A.

    The manager should act without emotion and bias.

  2. B.

    Problem solving skills helps managers to act without bias while tackling problems.

  3. C.

    Managerial skills are required to solve problems.

  4. D.

    No special skill is required to solve problems in the office.

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Correct answer: B

Question 4

What is the tone of the passage?

  1. A.

    Humorous

  2. B.

    Sarcastic

  3. C.

    Formal

  4. D.

    Arrogant

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Correct answer: C

Question 5

Select the appropriate option that refers to the given sentence.

An indirect reference to someone or something

  1. A.

    Illusion

  2. B.

    Allusion

  3. C.

    Allegory

  4. D.

    Elusion

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Correct answer: B

Question 6

Select the correct option that matches with its antonym.

WordsAntonym
A-Generous1-Pessimistic
B-Optimistic2-Reveal
C-Conceal3-Stingy
D-Bitter4-Sweet
  1. A.

    A-1, B-2, C-3, D-4

  2. B.

    A-2, B-1, C-3, D-4

  3. C.

    A-3, B-2, C-1, D-4

  4. D.

    A-2, B-3, C-1, D-4

Dropped in the source paper. No answer is scored for this question.

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Question 7

Select the CORRECT synonym for bold word in the below sentence.

Despite the professor's erudition, the lecture was easy, accessible and engaging for all students.

  1. A.

    Rendition

  2. B.

    Scholarship

  3. C.

    Ignorance

  4. D.

    Acquisition

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Correct answer: B

Question 8

Which of the following analogies best represents the relationship between "Ocean" and "Water"?

  1. A.

    Mountain : Valley

  2. B.

    Forest : Trees

  3. C.

    Sky : Cloud

  4. D.

    River : Stream

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Correct answer: B

Question 9

The given sentences, when properly sequenced, form a coherent paragraph. Each sentence is labeled with a letter. Choose the most logical order of the sentences from among the given choices to construct a coherent paragraph.

A. The team worked tirelessly through the night, fueled by coffee and determination.
B. Finally, as the first light of dawn crept over the horizon, they completed the project.
C. Despite the setbacks they faced, they never lost sight of their goal.
D. It was a moment of triumph, marking the culmination of weeks of hard work.

  1. A.

    ABDC

  2. B.

    ABCD

  3. C.

    DCAB

  4. D.

    ACBD

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Correct answer: D

Read the passage or information below

The ancient city of Pompeii, located near Naples in Italy, was destroyed and buried under volcanic ash and pumice in the eruption of Mount Vesuvius in AD 79. Pompeii remained buried for nearly 1,700 years before its rediscovery in 1748. When excavations began, archaeologists found the city remarkably well-preserved, offering a unique glimpse into life in ancient Rome. The streets were lined with homes, shops, and public buildings, many adorned with colorful frescoes and mosaics. ________.

Question 10

Read the paragraph and select the option that correctly fills in the missing sentence:

  1. A.

    The eruption led thousands of people fight against each other.

  2. B.

    The city had a population of about 11,000 inhabitants.

  3. C.

    Pompeii was a thriving commercial center in the Roman Empire.

  4. D.

    It appears that the city's inhabitants had no warning of the impending disaster.

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Correct answer: D

Question 11

Select the CORRECT option to complete the sentence.

By the time he ______ at the station, the train had already left, and he ______ for the next one since then.

  1. A.

    arrived, had been waiting

  2. B.

    arrives, had been waiting

  3. C.

    has arrived, had been waiting

  4. D.

    arrived, has been waiting

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Correct answer: A

Question 12

Select the CORRECT option to replace the bold words in below sentence.

It's no secret that artificial intelligent (AI), specifically generative AI, has improved all the time.

  1. A.

    will improving

  2. B.

    will have improved

  3. C.

    is improving

  4. D.

    had improved

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Correct answer: C

Question 13

Select odd sentence out.

The seed for independence was sown around 1857, and we got our freedom only around 90 years later, i.e. 1947. The freedom we enjoy today is a struggle endured by those who envisioned a free country. Shri Rajendra Prasad became our first president. Celebrating our freedom fighters and honoring them is essential.

  1. A.

    The seed for independence was sown around 1857,

  2. B.

    a struggle endured by those who envisioned a free country

  3. C.

    Shri Rajendra Prasad became our first President

  4. D.

    Celebrating our freedom fighters and honoring them is essential

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Correct answer: C

Question 14

Replace “like finding a needle in a haystack” in the below sentence with the CORRECT option.

Finding your lost friend during Haj in Mecca will be like finding a needle in a haystack.

  1. A.

    Not a difficult task

  2. B.

    Extremely difficult

  3. C.

    Require some search

  4. D.

    Needle in a haystack is easy to find.

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Correct answer: B

Question 15

Fill in the blanks with suitable words from the options given below.

The effects of artificial intelligence (AI) are profound and multifaceted, transforming various aspects of _______ and industry. AI enhances efficiency and productivity by automating routine tasks and enabling advanced data analysis, leading to _______ solutions and insights in fields such as healthcare, finance, and transportation.

  1. A.

    practice, useless

  2. B.

    society, innovative

  3. C.

    academica, improbable

  4. D.

    society, hurtful

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Correct answer: B

Question 16

Arrange the sentences in order to make complete paragraph.

  1. Despite its potential, VR faces challenges such as high costs, technological limitations, and the need for improved user comfort and accessibility.
  2. Virtual reality (VR) creates immersive, interactive environments that simulate real or imagined worlds, enhancing experiences in gaming, education, and training.
  3. It is being used in various industries, including healthcare for surgical training, real estate for virtual property tours, and tourism for virtual travel experiences.
  4. By providing a sense of presence, VR allows users to explore and interact with 3D spaces in ways that traditional media cannot.
  1. A.

    2314

  2. B.

    3241

  3. C.

    4213

  4. D.

    2431

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Correct answer: D

Question 17

Select the CORRECT preposition.

In a fit of rage, Angel threw the letter ______ the fire.

  1. A.

    at

  2. B.

    of

  3. C.

    into

  4. D.

    on

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Correct answer: C

Question 18

Identify the sentence with the proper conjunction.

Alka is not only a great singer, but also a talented dancer.

  1. A.

    Alka is not only a great singer, but also a talented dancer.

  2. B.

    Alka is, not only a great singer but also a talented dancer.

  3. C.

    Alka is not only a great singer but, also a talented dancer.

  4. D.

    Alka is not only a great singer but also a talented dancer.

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Correct answer: D

Question 19

Four phrases are highlighted in the text below. Select the CORRECT option that shows the most appropriate one-word substitutes.

Leadership plays a pivotal role in organizational success. Effective leaders possess (a) magnetic qualities, which enables them to inspire and motivate their teams. They also exhibit (b) willingness to change in different conditions. Moreover, leaders with astute decision-making skills can make sound judgments based on critical analysis and (c) quick judgement without reasoning. Furthermore, communication skills are crucial for leaders to articulate their (d) specific view of the future, delegate tasks, and foster collaboration among team members.

  1. A.

    (a) vision (b) adaptability (c) intuition (d) charisma

  2. B.

    (a) charisma (b) adaptability (c) intuition (d) vision

  3. C.

    (a) vision (b) intuition (c) adaptability (d) charisma

  4. D.

    (a) charisma (b) intuition (c) adaptability (d) vision

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Correct answer: B

Question 20

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank

Her collection of paintings is very ______.

  1. A.

    artful

  2. B.

    artificial

  3. C.

    artisan

  4. D.

    artistic

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Correct answer: D

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