Reading Comprehension & Reasoning Quiz - Competitive Exams UGC_NET

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1. In a passage arguing that social media algorithms amplify polarization, the author primarily supports the claim by:

   1. Citing personal anecdotes about online arguments
   2. Presenting statistical evidence linking algorithmic feeds to increased ideological segregation
   3. Comparing social media to traditional newspapers without data
   4. Defining polarization without explaining its causes
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   Answer: B. Presenting statistical evidence linking algorithmic feeds to increased ideological segregation

2. In a passage, the author writes: 'This policy is a wolf in sheep's clothing.' The figurative meaning is that the policy:

   1. appears harmless but is harmful
   2. is expensive but necessary
   3. is beneficial but unpopular
   4. is popular but ineffective
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   Answer: A. appears harmless but is harmful

3. Which of the following best describes the fallacy in the statement: 'You can't trust his opinion on climate policy because he's not a scientist'?

   1. Slippery slope
   2. Appeal to authority
   3. Straw man
   4. Ad hominem
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   Answer: D. Ad hominem

4. A passage argues that 'artificial intelligence will lead to mass unemployment.' Which of the following is an assumption of this argument?

   1. Unemployment is always bad.
   2. AI is currently widespread.
   3. The economy will not create new jobs to replace those lost.
   4. AI will replace all human jobs.
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   Answer: C. The economy will not create new jobs to replace those lost.

5. A passage argues that social media algorithms amplify polarization because they prioritize engagement over accuracy. The author primarily supports this claim by:

   1. Comparing social media to traditional newspapers
   2. Referencing research on engagement-driven recommendation systems
   3. Citing personal anecdotes about online arguments
   4. Appealing to the authority of technology CEOs
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   Answer: B. Referencing research on engagement-driven recommendation systems

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