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SSC CGL 2020 PYQ — Question 182

SSC CGL Tier II - English - 18th Nov 2020 • English • Q182

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In the given passage some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each number.

The word ‘diet’ is associated with the feeling of developing eating (1) _________ that are time-bound, coupled (2) ________ a strict food plan. But the (3) ________ meaning of diet is the food (4) _________ which a person follows daily. It (5) ________ creating a food plan that (6) _________ around your lifestyle, your work, (7) _________ quality of your sleep, your (8) __________ level, the kind of (9) _______ you do, your palate and your (10) ___________.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank No.5

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Correct answer: B

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 2 i.e. involves.

Let's look at the meaning of the given words:

  • involves- (of a situation or event) include (something) as a necessary part or result.
  • desires- a strong feeling of wanting to have something or wishing for something to happen.
  • proves- demonstrate the truth or existence of (something) by evidence or argument.
  • associates- connect (someone or something) with something else in one's mind.

As per the context of the sentence, dieting includes making a food plan according to one's lifestyle. Therefore, the word 'involves' is the correct choice here.

Hence, the correct answer is Option 2 i.e. involves.