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SSC Selection Post 2022 PYQ — Question 6

SSC Selection Post - Graduation Level 2022 - 10 Feb 2022 - Shift 3 • English • Q6

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In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and
select the most appropriate option to fill in each blank.
While the older generation of Indians would buy a new product only when the (1)______
one's useful life had ended, the young generation (2)______ to fall for novelty. Young people
want the (3)______ gadgets because they have money and more (4)______ to such goods.
They are made to believe, by (5)______ publicity, that the new products will enhance their
happiness.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 5.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

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

Word meaning concept: Choose the word that fits the context of widespread or everywhere publicity influencing people's beliefs.
Option Analysis:

Ubiquitous — Means present or found everywhere, suitable for describing widespread publicity.

Celestial — Relates to the sky or heavens, irrelevant here.

Squandered — Means wasted, does not fit the context.

Regressive — Means moving backward, inappropriate here.
Final Sentence: They are made to believe, by ubiquitous publicity, that the new products will enhance their happiness.
Conclusion: The correct word for blank 5 is ubiquitous.