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SSC MTS 2024 PYQ — Question 86

SSC MTS - 17/10/2024 - (12:30 PM - 2:30 PM) • English • Q86

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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.

We’re a society fixated on numbers. So, it’s no (1)_______ we use measurements and equations to score our weight. The most (2)_______ is BMI, a measure of our body weight to height ratio. BMI (3)_______ bodies as underweight, normal or healthy weight, overweight or obese and can be a useful tool for weight and health (4)_______. But it shouldn’t be used as the single (5)_______ of what it means to be a healthy weight when we set our weight loss goals.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 1.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

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

Context: The sentence says that society is fixated on numbers, so it is no ______ that we use measurements to score our weight. The missing word must show that this is not unexpected.

Meaning of the words:

  • • surprise – something unexpected
  • • vibrance – energy, brightness
  • • persistence – continuing firmly
  • • resolution – a firm decision

Correct word: surprise

Reason: The idea is that since society is obsessed with numbers, it is not a surprise that we measure weight using numbers. The other options do not fit logically.

Final Sentence: We’re a society fixated on numbers. So, it’s no surprise we use measurements and equations to score our weight.

Hence, the chosen option is correct.