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SSC GD 2025 PYQ — Question 1

SSC GD Const 2025 (English) - 13 Feb 2025 - Shift 3 • English • Q1

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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.

Reducing the hours worked and optimising shift rostering could (1)________________ alleviate stress, burnout and work family (2)___________________ for healthcare workers. All this is likely to improve staff retention. Any reduction (3)__________________ staff turnaround would save on direct costs associated (4)____________________ hiring new staff. The cost to replace a highly specialised healthcare professional can reach up to 200% of their annual salary. Also, (5)_______________________ shorter shifts may increase the uptake of shift times that are usually hard to fill. Measures like shorter shifts could also appeal to part time workers or those who have retired.

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

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

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

Context: The passage talks about measures such as shorter shifts being put into practice to increase uptake of difficult shift times.

Meaning of the words:
Simplifying – Making simpler; does not convey taking action
Rectifying – Correcting; context is not about fixing errors
Complimenting – Praising; irrelevant in this context
Implementing – Putting a plan or measure into practice; fits perfectly

Correct word: Implementing

Reason: Only implementing correctly conveys putting shorter shifts into practice to improve uptake.

Final Sentence: Also, implementing shorter shifts may increase the uptake of shift times that are usually hard to fill.

Hence, the chosen option will be correct.