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SSC Selection Post 2022 PYQ — Question 8

SSC Selection Post - Graduation Level 2022 - 10 Feb 2022 - Shift 3 • English • Q8

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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. 3.

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

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

 

Word usage concept: Choose the adjective that correctly describes the newest or most recent gadgets.
Option Analysis:

Later — Comparative of "late," refers to time but not used for objects this way.

Latter — Refers to the second of two things mentioned, not appropriate here.

Last — Means final or previous, but does not emphasize newness.

Latest — Correct word meaning the most recent or newest.
Final Sentence: Young people want the latest gadgets because they have money and more...
Conclusion: The correct word for blank 3 is latest.