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SSC MTS 2023 PYQ — Question 42

SSC MTS - 2 May 2023 - Shift 3 • English • Q42

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In the following passage some of the words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the correct answer for the given blank out of the four alternatives.

In Switzerland these glacial meltwaters are (1) ___________ for hydropower. In fact, water falling on 93% of Switzerland ultimately passes (2) ___________ at least one electric power plant before even (3) ____________ the country. So one consequence is that melting glaciers help to (4) ___________________ for low rainfall in times of drought, filling reservoirs to supply the nation's (5) _____________ supply.

 

Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank No. 4.

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

The correct answer is option 1 i.e. compensate

  • "Compensate" means to make up for something, typically a loss or deficiency, by providing an equivalent or balancing benefit.
  • In the context of the sentence, melting glaciers help to compensate for low rainfall by filling reservoirs to supply the nation's energy needs. 
  • The word "compensate" fits logically and grammatically in the sentence to convey the intended meaning of making up for the shortage of rainfall during times of drought.