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SSC Stenographer 2024 PYQ — Question 83

SSC Stenographer - 11/12/2024 (4:30 PM to 6:30 PM) • English • Q83

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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.
One of the (1)_______ efficient systems of the human body is the circulatory system. It is considered to be made up of complex and delicate blood vessels which (2)__________ blood to and from the heart. This system comprises artilleries, veins and capillaries. The blood is pushed out of the heart to arteries (3)________ high pressure. (4)___________, the arteries have thick and muscular veins. Veins bring blood from all parts of the body and work as the purifying (5)____ in the system. Capillaries transfer blood from arteries to veins.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank number 4.

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

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

Context: The sentence explains a cause-and-effect relationship — since blood is pushed out under high pressure, the arteries must be strong and muscular.

Meaning of the words:

  • But: Used to introduce a contrast.
  • Although: Used to show contrast despite something.
  • Because: Used to show reason or cause.
  • Therefore: Used to show result or consequence.

Correct word: Therefore

Reason: The sentence is stating the result of high pressure in the arteries — they need to have thick and muscular walls. “Therefore” correctly introduces this logical consequence.

Hence the chosen option is correct.