VEA Verbal Reasoning 2

Question 1

Which word is the antonym of 'diligent'?

Accepted Answer

Lazy

Answer

Diligent means hardworking and persistent, so its antonym is 'lazy'.

Question 2

A notice reads: 'Access to the restricted area requires prior authorization from a supervisor.' Which action is correct?

Accepted Answer

Get supervisor approval before entering the area

Answer

'Prior authorization' means approval must be obtained before entering the restricted area.

Question 3

Which sentence is grammatically correct?

Accepted Answer

The team completed its project on time

Answer

'Its' is the correct possessive pronoun for a collective noun like 'team'.

Question 4

The word 'ambiguous' most nearly means:

Accepted Answer

Unclear or having multiple meanings

Answer

Ambiguous means open to more than one interpretation or not clearly defined.

Question 5

Read this sentence: 'Despite the initial setbacks, the project was ultimately delivered ahead of schedule.' What does 'ultimately' mean here?

Accepted Answer

In the end

Answer

Ultimately means 'in the end' or 'finally', indicating a final outcome after earlier difficulties.

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