SSC MTS 2023 PYQ — Question 51

SSC MTS - 11 May 2023 - Shift 2 • English • Q51

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank.

The sedative effect of the drungs impairs people's ability to pay attention and _____.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

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

  • "Concentrate" means to focus one's attention or mental effort on a particular object or activity.
  • In the sentence given, impairment of attention due to sedative effects would naturally affect one's ability to concentrate.
  • The other alternatives "segregate," "reverberate," and "dilate" do not work effectively in the setting of reduced attention caused by sedative effects.