Question

    In each question, there are three sentences. Each has a pair of words that are italicised and highlighted. From the italicised and highlighted words, select themost appropriate words (A or B) to form correct sentences. The sentences are followed by options that indicate the words, which may be selected to correctly complete the set of sentences. From the options given, choose themost appropriate one.

    Amid muted [A]/ mooted [B] growth, digital will

    continue to be the key driver and differentiator for the Indian IT services firm. The IT sector faces a slew [A]/ slow [B] of challenges. Protectionism is only one of them. The firm also noted that the advent[A]/event [B] of automation is expected to impact the hiring plans of a majority of companies.
    A ABA Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B AAA Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C BBB Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D AAB Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E None of these Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    Muted – dampen, subdue Mooted – allude to, broach, propose, discuss, refer Slew – abundance, bundle Slow - gradual, moderate, quiet Advent – arrival, coming, onset Event – act, case, ceremony, occasion

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