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SSC GD 2019 PYQ — Question 20

SSC GD Constable (English) - 18 Feb 2019 Shift 1 • English • Q20

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Select the word which means the same as the group of words given.

An individual that puts money into an entity such as a business for a financial return

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Correct answer: D

Explanation

The correct answer is Option 4 i.e. Investor.

  • In the given question, we need to select one word for the given phrase.
  • One Word Substitution simply means "using a specific word replacing a wordy phrase or sentence and making it shorter, concise and clearer to understand".

Let's have a look at the meaning of the given options:-

  1. Volunteer- a person who offers or agrees to do something without being forced or paid to do it.
  2. Entrepreneur- a person who sets up a business or businesses, taking on financial risks in the hope of profit.
  3. Businessman- a man who works in commerce, especially at executive level.
  4. Investor- a person or organization who allocates financial capital with the expectation of a future return (profit) or to gain an advantage (interest).

As the chosen option expresses the meaning of the given group of words it will be the correct choice.