A sentence has been split up into segments and given below in jumbled order. While the first and the last segments of the sentence (1 and 6) are in the correct order, the segments in between are jumbled up. Arrange the segments in the correct order to form a meaningful and coherent sentence.
1) An outstanding feature of the 21st century has been
P) greater security and education which
Q) the improvement of the income and
R) living conditions of the
S) working man leading to
6) has meant greater political power.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Q, R, S, P.
The sentence discusses an important feature of the 21st century.
- It should start with 'the improvement of the income' (Q) because financial progress often leads to better living conditions.
- (Q) 'The improvement of the income' naturally leads to (R) 'living conditions of the working man.'
- (R) 'Living conditions of the working man' sets the stage for (S) 'leading to greater security and education.'
- (P) 'Greater security and education' is the direct result of the previous factors.
- (P) 'Greater security and education which' creates a smooth conclusion that connects directly to (6) 'has meant greater political power,' showing the ultimate impact.
Hence, the correct order is:- 1. An outstanding feature of the 21st century has been
Q. the improvement of the income and
R. living conditions of the
S. working man leading to
P. greater security and education which
6. has meant greater political power.