SSC CGL 2023 PYQ — Question 7

SSC CGL - 24 July 2023 - Shift 3 • English • Q7

Select the option that can be used as a one-word substitute for the given group of words.

A person whose age is between 70 and 79 years old

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Correct answer: A

Explanation

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

"Septuagenarian" is a person whose age is between 70 and 79 years old. 

Other options mean:

"Aged" refers to very old people.

"Pensioner" is someone who receives pension.

"Oldie" is an older person.