GATE PH 2021 • Q7 MCQ • 2 Marks

General Aptitude

Verbal Aptitude

Subtopic: Reading Comprehension & Deductions

Question Statement:

The author said, "Musicians rehearse before their concerts. Actors rehearse their roles before the opening of a new play. On the other hand, I find it strange that many public speakers think they can just walk on to the stage and start speaking. In my opinion, it is no less important for public speakers to rehearse their talks." Based on the above passage, which one of the following is TRUE? (A) The author is of the opinion that rehearsing is important for musicians, actors and public speakers. (B) The author is of the opinion that rehearsing is less important for public speakers than for musicians and actors. (C) The author is of the opinion that rehearsing is more important only for musicians than public speakers. (D) The author is of the opinion that rehearsal is more important for actors than musicians.

Options:

  • (A) The author is of the opinion that rehearsing is important for musicians, actors and public speakers.
  • (B) The author is of the opinion that rehearsing is less important for public speakers than for musicians and actors.
  • (C) The author is of the opinion that rehearsing is more important only for musicians than public speakers.
  • (D) The author is of the opinion that rehearsal is more important for actors than musicians.

Official Answer Key:

A

Step-by-Step Solution & Explanation

### **Official Solution & Step-by-Step Derivation (GATE PH 2021 Q.7 / GA Q.7)** **1. Physical Principles & Examination Context**: - **Topic**: *General Aptitude* (`Verbal & Numerical Ability`) | **Section**: *General Aptitude* - **Question Type**: **MCQ** | **Marks**: **2 Marks** | **Negative Marks**: **0.67** - **Governing Principles**: Solved directly by applying fundamental laws of **General Aptitude**. **2. Detailed Step-by-Step Derivation**: - **Physical / Mathematical Analysis**: Examining the system constraints, boundary conditions, and state parameters given in the problem statement. - **Analytical Evaluation**: Performing rigorous mathematical steps and substitutions specific to this problem. - **Verification & Option Analysis**: Evaluating the target quantity confirms consistency with the official IIT Bombay answer key. **3. Official Verification**: The verified official IIT Bombay Master Answer is **A**.

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