SSC Selection Post 2025 PYQ — Question 73

SSC Selection Post - Matriculation Level - 29th July 2025 - Shift 1 • English • Q73

Arrange the passage correctly:
(1) He opened the document.
(2) He started editing the file.
(3) He turned on the computer.
(4) He entered his login details.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

Correct Answer

3 - 4 - 1 - 2

Explanation

To arrange these sentences into a meaningful sequence, you must follow the natural, chronological step-by-step logic of operating a computer and working on a file.

First, the machine must be powered up: (3) He turned on the computer.

Second, once the computer boots up, access must be granted to the user: (4) He entered his login details.

Third, after gaining access to the operating system, the user locates and accesses the specific work: (1) He opened the document.

Finally, once the file is fully open on the screen, work can officially begin: (2) He started editing the file.

This sequential timeline makes 3 - 4 - 1 - 2 the only arrangement that makes logical sense.

Key Points

The logical chronological timeline for this scenario is Power On - Authentication - File Access - Direct Action.

Any other order creates impossible scenarios, such as entering login details before turning on the computer, or editing a file before it has actually been opened.