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SSC CGL 2020 PYQ — Question 17

SSC CGL - 4th March 2020 Shift 1 • English • Q17

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In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each number.

'A stitch in time saves nine'. This wise saying suggests that an (1)_________ action taken on time to rectify an error rules (2)______ the possibility of accumulation of such errors and future (3)_________. Wisdom, therefore lies in correcting the error as soon as it is (4)______. There is no point-in allowing the (5)______ to grow and then take hasty actions to set things right.

Select the most appropriate option for blank no. 3

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is option 4 i.e. damages.

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

  1. facilities- a service, building, piece of equipment, etc. that makes it possible to do something.
  2. qualities- how good or bad something is.
  3. advantages- something that may help you to do better than other people.
  4. damages- harm or injury caused when something is broken or spoiled.

"Errors and damages" in this error is a negative word and we need to choose another word of the same tone as well.

In the given option only the chosen option has a negative meaning.

Hence, the chosen option will be correct.