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sentences into one word,
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a) Versatile »b) Gitted
c) Exceptional d) Inflexible ans. A
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‘two or more countries.
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Pandemonium — d) Entente ans. B
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following.
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a)in
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sentences.
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is called environment.
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dof ans. C
12, Several rivers in our country are going
the pangs of death,
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after through ans. D
13, Flowers have existed in the earth
Prehistorie time,
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«) since 4) for ans. C
14, A good teacher never hankers money.
sat bon
in dafer ans. D
15, For corrupt people, a nation will surely
sink ___ oblivion. www.prebé.com
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‘expresses the meaning of the given word.
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21. There are 4 cows and 4 goats are in a field.
If two of the animals are selected at
random, what is the probability that both
will be cows?
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22, A set has exactly five consecutive positive
Imegers starting with 1, What Is the
percentage decrease in the average of the
numbers when the greatest one of the
‘numbers is removed from the set?
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value of +
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ratio of 6 : 4, Five years age, their ages
were in the ratio of $13, How old is M
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25, A total of x feet of fencing is to form three
sides of a rectangular yard. What is the
maximum possible area of the yard in
terms of x? www.prebd.com
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26, The areas of two spheres are in the ratio 1:
4. The ratio of their volumes is
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27, Mr. Zahir bought a I-year BDT 10,000
certificate of deposit that paid interest at
an annual rate of 8 percent compounded
semiannually. What was the total amount
of interest paid on this certificate at
maturity?
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‘worker is $390, The annual income of each
is $420. What is the average
annual income of all the employees in the
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following cannot be the value of x9?
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28, Ifa total of 42 people belong to the two
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31. If a certain vase contains only roses and
tulips, how many tulips are there in the
‘vase? www prebd.com
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times the number of tulips in the vase.
There is total of 20 flowers in the vase
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as
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32, On a certain nonstop trip, Marta averaged
x miles per hour for 2 hours and y miles
per hours for the remaining 3 hours. What
‘was her average speed in miles per hour
for the entire trip?
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a by2
93 a4 ans. A
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9,5,12,6
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you have the name of a/an
ans.
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36. Rahim ranks seventh from the top and
twenty sixty from the bottom in the class.
How many students are there in the class?
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followings always true?
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A is taller than B, P is taller than Q, Q is.
shorter than M, B and M are of the same
height. Based on the informationc which of
the following conditions is true?
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) Pistallerthan A
¢) Bis shorter than P.
4) Aistllerthan Q
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39. Your doctor fives you 3 pills to take — one
for every-hall an hour. How long_will it
require fo take all he pills? www prebd.com
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Bangladesh citizen. The statement can be
deduced logically from which of the
following statements?
a) Karim is a citizen of Bangladesh or India.
b) Every citizen of Bangladesh is a resident
of any part of the country.
©) Everyone bor in Dhaka is a citizen of
Bangladesh,
4) Some people bom in Dhaka are citizens
of Bangladesh. ans. C
41. tn which year did UNESCO declare the
Sundarbans of Bangladesh asa world
heritage site?
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05, Write an argumentative essay on ‘Is
Artificial Intelligence (Al) more of a threat
or an opportunity’? based on your
position, cither in favor or against the
statement,
EMME Introduction: Artificial Intelligence
(AD is one of the most revolutionary
technologies of our time, shaping industries,
economies, and even personal lives. Whil
some view AI as groundbreaking tool that
enlances human capabilities, others fear its
potential risks, such as job displacement,
ethical congems, and security threats. This
essay argues that AL is more of an opportunity
threat, despite the challenges it
than “a
presents
AL as an Opportunit
efficiency and productivity.
Aldriven automation significantly improves
efficiency in various industries by handling
repetitive and time-consuming tasks. In
sectors like healtheare, Al-powered.
diagnostic tools help doctors detect diseases
more accurately, while in manufietaring,
automation reduces errors and
inereases output. This allows businesses 10
operate more efficiently, ultimately benefiting
society,
Secondly, AI drives innovation and economié
growth,
‘AT has fueled advancements in various fields,
including medicine, education, and’ space
exploration. Al-powered robots assist in
complex surgeries, personalized learning
irstly, AL enhances
human platforms enhance education, and intelligent
algorithms help scientists make
troundbreaking discoveries. Moreover, A
has ercated new job opportunitis in tech
industries, leading wo eeonomie growth
Thirdly, AL improves. decision-making. and
problem-solving.
[Al systems can process vast amounts of data
faster and more aceuatly than humans, This
capably allows businesses and governments
to make informed decisions. For instance, A
is used in climate-modeling to predict natural
disasters and in eybersecurity to detect threats
before they caase harm, These applications
demonstrate’ Al's ability to address global
challenge effectively.
Counter-Argument: AL asa Threat
Despite its benefits, AT does pose ceria
risks. One major concem is job displacernent
due to automation, Many fear that Al-driven
rmachines will replace human workers,
leading to unemployment in sectors ike
manufacturing, transportation, and customer
service. Additionally, ethical concems arise
regarding data privacy, bias in AI decision-
‘making, and the potential misuse of AL in
‘warfare or surveillance www prebdcom
Conclusion: While AI presents some
challenges, its potential to improve human
ives far outweighs the risks. The key to
ensuring Al remains an opportunity rather
than a threat ie in responsible development,
ethical regulations, and workforce adaption,
If managed correctly, Al can lead toa fare
where technology complements human
intelligence, fostering innovation and
progres.
(6, Write an essay on ‘Sports for a healthy life?
within 250 (£2) words.
Introduction: Sports have always been
‘an integral prt of humen civilization, playing
4 cruciat-role in maintaining physical and
mental well-being. From ancient Olympic
Games to modern-day professional sports, the
Significance of engaging in physical activities
has been widely recognized. In today’s world,
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where sedentary lifestyles have become a
‘major health concern, sports serve as a
remedy for various health-related issues.
Whether played for recreation, competition,
or fitness, sports contribute significantly 10
leading a healthy and active life.
This essay explores the impact of sports on
physical health, mental well-being, social
development, and overall life balance, It
highlights how engaging in sports can prevent
diseases, improve cognitive function, and
instill discipline and teamwork in individuals.
Additionally, the essay discusses the
importance of promoting sports culture and
‘making it an essential part of daily life.
Physical Health Benefits of Sports: One of
the most apparent benefits of sports is their
positive effect on physical health, Engaging
in physical activities enhances overall fitness
and helps prevent various chronic diseases.
Below are some of the ways sports contribute
to physical health:
1. Improves Cardiovascular Health:
Regular participation in sports, such as
runniag, swimming, cycling, or playing
football, strengthens the heart muscles,
improves blood circulation, and reduces
‘the risk of cardiovascular diseases.
Aerobie sports activities increase heart
rate and help maintain optimal blood
pressure levels,
2. Enhances Muscular Strength and
Endurance: Sports involve continuous
movement, which helps build muscle
strength and endurance. Strength-