2025 · Q110
Directions: Match List I with List II and select the answer using the code given below the Lists:
List I (Word/Expression):
- ADevious;
- BDevolution;
- CDetriment;
- DDetract.
List II (Meaning):
- 1Cause something to seem less valuable;
- 2Skilful in using underhand tactics;
- 3Transfer of power from higher to lower government;
- 4The state of being harmed or damaged.
Code: A B C D
EnglishMatching List
- A1 3 4 2
- B2 3 4 1
- C2 4 3 1
- D1 4 3 2
Explanation
'Devious' means skilful in using underhand tactics (2), and 'devolution' is the transfer of power from a higher to a lower government (3). 'Detriment' is the state of being harmed or damaged (4), and 'detract' is to cause something to seem less valuable (1). The code is 2-3-4-1, option (B).