SSC GD 2019 PYQ — Question 18

SSC GD Constable (English) - 1 March 2019 Shift 2 • English • Q18

Fill in the blank with the most appropriate word.

A person’s individual risk for many diseases most often               from a combination of genes, environment and lifestyle.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

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

Let's have a look at the meaning of the given options:-

  1. stems- a central part of something from which other parts can develop or grow.
  2. checks- to examine or test something in order to make sure that it is safe or correct, in good condition, etc.
  3. diagnoses- to find out and say exactly what illness a person has or what the cause of a problem is.
  4. stops- to finish moving or make something finish moving.

"Stems" which means "a central part of something from which other parts can develop or grow" fits the context appropriately.

Hence, the chosen option will be correct.

Correct Sentence:-

A person’s individual risk for many diseases most often stems from a combination of genes, environment and lifestyle.