VFA Mixed Practice Test #425

Question 1

Veto power in UN Security Council is held by:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

P5: USA, UK, France, Russia, China — Permanent 5 members can veto any substantive resolution. ‌​‍Reform demands from India, Brazil, Japan, Germany (G4) to get permanent seats have stalled.

Answer

All members

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Only USA

Answer

Rotating

Question 2

Kerala Lok Sabha seats (18th LS):

Accepted Answer

20 — 20 seats.

Answer

25

Answer

30

Answer

15

Question 3

Vagamon:

Accepted Answer

Idukki — Idukki.

Answer

Kottayam

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Pathanamthitta

Answer

Ernakulam

Question 4

A dispute arises between two UN member states regarding the interpretation of an international treaty. Both states are parties to the Statute of the International Court of Justice (ICJ). Under what circumstances can this dispute be brought before the ICJ for a binding judgment?

Accepted Answer

C. If both states agree to submit the dispute to the ICJ, either through a special agreement or by having previously accepted the Court's compulsory jurisdiction. — The International Court of Justice's jurisdiction in contentious cases, leading to a binding judgment, is fundamentally based on the consent of the states involved. Both states must either agree to submit the specific dispute via a special agreement or have previously accepted the Court's compulsory jurisdiction under Article 36(2) of its Statute. The General Assembly and Security Council can request advisory opinions or enforce judgments, respectively, but cannot unilaterally compel states to submit to the Court's binding jurisdiction for a dispute.

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A. If the United Nations General Assembly passes a resolution, by a simple majority, requesting the ICJ to adjudicate the dispute.

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B. If one state unilaterally refers the case to the ICJ, provided the dispute involves a matter of customary international law.

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D. If the UN Security Council, by a non-procedural vote, directs the ICJ to hear the case to maintain international peace and security.

Question 5

Which of the following is a key principle of aseptic technique?

Accepted Answer

A. Using sterile equipment and supplies — Using sterile equipment and supplies is a key principle of aseptic technique. Aseptic technique involves using sterile equipment and supplies to prevent microbial contamination, and it is an essential aspect of preparing sterile solutions. Minimizing the number of people involved in the preparation of a sterile solution and working in a clean and well-ventilated area are also important principles of aseptic technique, but using sterile equipment and supplies is the most critical aspect.

Answer

B. Minimizing the number of people involved in the preparation of a sterile solution

Answer

C. Working in a clean and well-ventilated area

Answer

D. All of the above

Question 6

In an elastic collision, which are conserved?‌​‍

Accepted Answer

Both momentum and KE — Elastic: momentum AND kinetic energy conserved. ‌​‍Inelastic: only momentum. Perfectly inelastic: bodies stick; max KE loss.

Answer

Neither

Answer

Only KE

Answer

Only momentum

Question 7

A convex lens of focal length 20 cm has power:‌​‍

Accepted Answer

+5 D — P = 1/f(m) = 1/0.20 = +5 D (convex has +ve power).‌​‍

Answer

+20 D

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+2 D

Answer

−2 D

Question 8

A teacher notices that a student frequently appears tired, irritable, and struggles to concentrate in class, often missing meals before school. According to Maslow's Hierarchy of Needs, which level of need should the teacher address first to support the student's learning?

Accepted Answer

C. Physiological Needs — Maslow's Hierarchy posits that basic needs must be met before individuals can progress to higher-level needs. Tiredness, irritability, and missed meals directly relate to Physiological Needs (e.g., sleep, food). Addressing these fundamental needs is crucial before the student can effectively engage in learning or fulfill higher needs like safety, esteem, or self-actualization.

Answer

A. Safety Needs

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B. Esteem Needs

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D. Self-actualization Needs

Question 9

The famous Tirunelli temple lies in the valley of:

Accepted Answer

Brahmagiri — Tirunelli (Wayanad) sits in the Brahmagiri valley.

Answer

Ezhimala

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Puralimala

Answer

Malayattoor

Question 10

Which inorganic compound is commonly used as an antacid and is also a constituent of toothpaste due to its mild abrasive and fluoride-releasing properties?

Accepted Answer

D. Sodium fluoride (NaF) — Sodium fluoride (NaF) is widely used in toothpastes and mouthwashes for its ability to remineralize enamel and prevent dental caries. While the other options are antacids, only NaF provides fluoride, essential for dental health.

Answer

A. Calcium carbonate (CaCO3)

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B. Magnesium hydroxide (Mg(OH)2)

Answer

C. Sodium bicarbonate (NaHCO3)

VFA Mixed Practice Test #425