Question : Comprehension:
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each blank.
Another farmer's cotton harvest increased from 10 quintals to 14 quintals (1)_____ using pesticides and fertilisers on the suggestion (2)_____ the local agriculture extension officer. "I (3)______ doubts as I was going for organic cotton for the (4)_____ time," he said, "but I saved eight thousand rupees per acre (5)____ costs." He sold his cotton for almost seven lakhs, (6)______ he wants to use for his daughter's studies and to (7)________ a new house. Another farmer said he's got the first (8)' ________ crop' of his life this year. The 53-year-old used to grow red gram on his (9)_______ field. "But thanks to a government project, my village tank is full, and I could (10)_________ paddy in the Rabi season." He reaped 66 quintals from his two acres.
Question:
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank 3.
Option 1: have had
Option 2: didn't have
Option 3: have
Option 4: had
Correct Answer: had
Solution : The correct choice is the fourth option.
In this sentence, "had" is used to express past possession of doubts. The speaker had doubts in the past, specifically when they were in the process of choosing organic cotton. It indicates that the doubts existed at a certain point in the past, aligning with the decision-making context related to opting for organic cotton.
Answer laterQuestion : Which element of marketing mix is highlighted in the given statement?
Statement: It refers to efforts that inform target buyers about the product's availability, features, and benefits and convince them to purchase it.
Option 1: Product
Option 2: Price
Option 3: Place
Option 4: Promotion
Correct Answer: Promotion
Solution : Promotion refers to the communication efforts made by a company or organization to inform, persuade, and remind customers about its products or services. It involves using various marketing communication tools such as advertising, personal selling, sales promotion, direct marketing, and public relations to reach target customers and influence their purchasing decisions.
Hence, option D is correct.
Question : Which of the following statement is correct?
Statement 1- Functional foremanship is the extension of principle of unity of command.
Statement 2- Functional foremanship involves extension of principle of division of work.
Option 1: Both are true
Option 2: Both are false
Option 3: Statement 1 is true and statement 2 is false.
Option 4: Statement 2 is true and statement 1 is false.
Correct Answer: Statement 2 is true and statement 1 is false.
Solution : Functional foremanship involves extension of principle of division of work.
Hence option D is correct .
Question : Which of the following statement is correct?
Statement 1: Branding provides convenience in the carriage of product from one place to another.
Statement 2: Packaging simplifies the work of sales promotion.
Option 1: Both are true
Option 2: Both are false
Option 3: Statement 1 is true and statement 2 is false.
Option 4: Statement 1 is false and statement 2 is true.
Correct Answer: Both are false
Solution : Branding refers to the creation and establishment of a brand, which includes the name, design, symbol, and other characteristics that differentiate a company's products or services from those of its competitors. Packaging can play a role in sales promotion by catching the attention of potential customers and conveying important information about the product.
Option B is correct.
Question : Which of the following statement is correct?
Statement 1: Promotion is a horizontal shifting of employees.
Statement 2: Promotion helps to improve the motivation loyalty and satisfaction level of employees.
Option 1: Both are true
Option 2: Both are false
Option 3: Statement 1 is true and statement 2 is false.
Option 4: Statement 1 is false and statement 2 is true.
Correct Answer: Statement 1 is false and statement 2 is true.
Solution : Promotion typically involves a vertical movement of employees, i.e., from a lower position to a higher position within the organizational hierarchy.
Promotion can help to improve the motivation, loyalty, and satisfaction level of employees. It provides employees with a sense of recognition and accomplishment for their hard work and dedication, which can boost their morale and motivation.
Hence, option D is correct.
Question : Which of the following is an example of the principle of order in the management process?
Option 1: A manager promoting employees based on personal relationships
Option 2: A manager keeping the workplace clean and organized
Option 3: A manager providing incentives based on performance
Option 4: A manager delegating tasks to employees without proper instructions
Correct Answer: A manager keeping the workplace clean and organized
Solution : The principle of order in the management process states that the workplace should be kept clean and organized, which helps to create a sense of discipline, efficiency, and productivity.
Hence, Option B is correct.
Question : Read the following statements of Assertion (A) and Reason(R) and choose the correct alternative:
Assertion (A):The principles of management cannot be modified to help the managers to meet the changing requirements of the environment.
Reason(R): The management principles are flexible to adapt to dynamic business environment.
Option 1: Both A and R correct and R is the correct explanation of A.
Option 2: A is correct and R is wrong.
Option 3: A is wrong and R is correct
Option 4: Both A and R are correct but R is not the correct explanation of A.
Correct Answer: A is wrong and R is correct
Solution : The principles of management can be modified to help the managers to meet the changing requirements of the environment and are flexible to adapt to dynamic business environment.
Hence, Option C is correct.
Question : Which of the following statement is correct?
Statement 1: Transportation packaging refers to that container which is used for extra care of the product till the product comes into use such as card box of shaving cream tube.
Statement 2: Primary packaging refers to that container which is very close to the product.
Option 1: Both are true
Option 2: Both are false
Option 3: Statement 1 is true and statement 2 is false.
Option 4: Statement 1 is false and statement 2 is true.
Correct Answer: Statement 1 is false and statement 2 is true.
Solution : Secondary packaging refers to that container which is used for extra care of the product till the product comes into use such as card box of shaving cream tube. Transportation packaging refers to that packaging which is necessary to use for transportation. Primary packaging refers to that container which is very close to the product.
Hence, option D is correct.
Question : Comprehension:
In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Fill in the blanks with the help of the alternatives given. Select the most appropriate option for each blank.
Another farmer's cotton harvest increased from 10 quintals to 14 quintals (1)_____ using pesticides and fertilisers on the suggestion (2)_____ the local agriculture extension officer. "I (3)______ doubts as I was going for organic cotton for the (4)_____ time," he said, "but I saved eight thousand rupees per acre (5)____ costs." He sold his cotton for almost seven lakhs, (6)______ he wants to use for his daughter's studies and to (7)________ a new house. Another farmer said he's got the first (8)' ________ crop' of his life this year. The 53-year-old used to grow red gram on his (9)_______ field. "But thanks to a government project, my village tank is full, and I could (10)_________ paddy in the Rabi season." He reaped 66 quintals from his two acres.
Question:
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank 5.
Option 1: by
Option 2: as
Option 3: on
Option 4: from
Correct Answer: on
Solution : The correct choice is the third option.
In this context, "on" is used to indicate the area where savings occurred. The farmer saved money specifically in the area of costs associated with farming, which could include things like pesticides, fertilisers, or other inputs. "On costs" suggests savings made directly on the various expenses incurred per acre.
Question : Which of the following is not a principle of scientific management according to Frederick Taylor?
Option 1: Standardization
Option 2: Division of labor
Option 3: Centralization
Option 4: Efficiency
Correct Answer: Centralization
Solution : Frederick Taylor's principles of scientific management emphasize the importance of standardization, division of labor, and efficiency. These principles focus on improving productivity and efficiency by analyzing and optimizing work processes. Centralization is not a principle of scientific management, as it refers to the concentration of decision-making authority in the hands of a few individuals, which goes against the idea of empowering workers and improving efficiency through collaboration and teamwork.
Achieve complete harmony between management and workers to attain organisational goals is known as harmony not discord.
Hence, option C is correct.
