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SSC MTS 2024 PYQ — Question 88

SSC MTS - 17/10/2024 - (12:30 PM - 2:30 PM) • English • Q88

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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 3.

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is option 2 i.e. classifies.

Context: The sentence explains that BMI divides bodies into groups like underweight, normal weight, overweight, or obese. The blank must show this act of categorizing.

Meaning of the words:

  • • speculates – guesses without firm evidence
  • • meanders – moves aimlessly, without direction
  • • dissuades – persuades someone not to do something
  • • classifies – arranges or categorizes into groups

Correct word: classifies

Reason: BMI is a system that classifies bodies into different categories based on weight and height ratio. The other words do not convey this sense of grouping.

Final Sentence: BMI classifies bodies as underweight, normal or healthy weight, overweight or obese and can be a useful tool for weight and health assessment.

Hence, the chosen option is correct.