SSC CGL 2025 PYQ — Question 20

SSC CGL - 25 Sep 2025 - Shift 3 • English • Q20

Fill in the blank with the correctly spelt word.

The study examined the _______ bias in eyewitness testimony.

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

The correct answer is option 3 i.e. reconstructive.

 

Explanation:
The word “reconstructive” is the correct spelling. It means something related to reconstruction or rebuilding. In psychology, “reconstructive bias” refers to the tendency of memory to be influenced by personal interpretation and existing knowledge.

Why Other Options Are Incorrect:
“reconstrutive” is incorrect because letters are missing in the spelling.
“reconctructive” is incorrect because the letters are arranged wrongly.
“reconsturctive” is incorrect because of improper placement of letters.

Final Sentence:
“The study examined the reconstructive bias in eyewitness testimony.”