11 Views

Question : Comprehension:

In the following passage, some of the words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the correct answer for the given blank out of the four alternatives.

Swollen joints (1)_______ when there is fluid in the tissues around the joints. It can be very (2)_______ and can make it difficult to move the affected joints. In some cases, swelling may cause affected joints to increase in size or appear to be in odd (3)_______. Joint pain and swelling can affect more than one (4)______ at a time. The most common joints to be (5)______ by pain and swelling are elbows, wrists, shoulders, the base of the spine, knuckles, hips, knees, or ankles.

Question:
Select the most appropriate option to fill in the blank number (5).

Option 1: blended

Option 2: affected

Option 3: balmed

Option 4: reacted


Team Careers360 23rd Jan, 2024
Answer (1)
Team Careers360 25th Jan, 2024

Correct Answer: affected


Solution : The correct choice is the second option.

The sentence discusses how pain and swelling affect joints. The term affected fits well in this context, implying that pain and swelling influence or alter the joints. When joints are affected, it means that they are experiencing these symptoms.

Therefore, the correct answer is affected.

Know More About

Related Questions

Amity University, Noida Law A...
Apply
700+ Campus placements at top national and global law firms, corporates and judiciaries
Nirma University Law Admissio...
Apply
Grade 'A+' accredited by NAAC | Ranked 33rd by NIRF 2025
Amity University Noida B.Tech...
Apply
Among Top 30 National Universities for Engineering (NIRF 2024) | 30+ Specializations | AI Powered Learning & State-of-the-Art Facilities
IMT Ghaziabad PGDM Admissions...
Apply
AACSB, NBA & SAQS Accredited | H-CTC 41.55 LPA | Merit Based Scholarship
Amity University, Noida BBA A...
Apply
Ranked amongst top 3% universities globally (QS Rankings)
UPES Online MBA
Apply
Apply for Online MBA from UPES
View All Application Forms

Download the Careers360 App on your Android phone

Regular exam updates, QnA, Predictors, College Applications & E-books now on your Mobile

150M+ Students
30,000+ Colleges
500+ Exams
1500+ E-books