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SSC Selection Post 2024 PYQ — Question 16

SSC Selection Post - Matriculation Level - 24 June 2024 - Shift 1 • English • Q16

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Read the following passage and answer all 5 questions given below.

Population ______1_______is one of the most serious problems of the world today. Studies ________2________in this area suggest that the world population is further likely to increase by a few more billions. According to many environmental scientists, ecologists, researchers, and other intellectuals, the rise in the population will lead to several ________3______consequences. Most significantly, the increasing number of people will ____4______more water, more food, and more energy _____5_______to survive.

Choose the word which fits in the blank labelled 1 and gives appropriate meaning.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. increase.

 

Context: The sentence is about a major problem the world is facing related to population. It sets the tone for a global issue not about stability or decline, but growth in numbers.

Meaning of the words:

Increase: rise or growth in number

Decrease: reduction

Explosion: a sudden, dramatic increase (used more for shock/emphasis)

Control: management or limitation

Correct word: increase

Hence, the chosen option will be correct.