SSC Stenographer 2025 PYQ — Question 126

SSC Stenographer - 08 Aug 2025 - Shift 2 • English • Q126

In the following question, the first and the last parts of the sentence/passage are numbered 1 and 6. The rest of the sentence/passage is split into four parts-P, Q, R, and S. These four parts are not given in their proper order. Read the sentence/passage and find the most logical order of the parts between 1 and 6.

Time management helps improve productivity.

P: Procrastination leads to wasted hours.

Q: Creating a schedule prevents delays.

R: It gives direction and reduces stress.

S: Staying disciplined is the key.

6. Success often depends on how we manage time.

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Correct answer: C

Explanation

To find the most logical order for the sentence parts between 1 and 6, let's analyze the flow of the statements:

1 (Opening): "Time management helps improve productivity."

R: "It gives direction and reduces stress." (The pronoun "It" directly refers back to "Time management" in statement 1).

Q: "Creating a schedule prevents delays." (This provides a specific example of how time management gives direction).

P: "Procrastination leads to wasted hours." (Contrasts the benefit of a schedule with the consequence of not having one).

S: "Staying disciplined is the key." (Offers a concluding thought on how to avoid procrastination and maintain the schedule).

6 (Closing): "Success often depends on how we manage time." (A final summary statement).

The logical sequence is RQPS.