2711: Which one of the following pairs is not correctly matched?
(a) William Dickson : Motion Picture film
(b) Charles Babbage : Programmable computer
(c) Nicholas Stern : Construction technology
(d) Brian Greene : String theory
2712: Distribution of electric power from one place to another is done at high A.C. voltage because:
(a) Wastage of electricity is minimised
(b) Stealing of electric wires is prevented
(c) Electricity spreads in very short time
(d) It adds brightness
2713: Consider the following statements : Small scale industries are, in most cases, not as efficient and competitive as the large scale ones. Yet the Government provides preferential treatment and reservations in a range of products to the small firms because small scale industries
I. provide higher employment on a per unit capital deployment basis.
II. promote a regional dispersion of industries and economic activities.
III. have performed better in export of manufactured products than the large scale ones.
IV. provide jobs to low skill workers, who otherwise may not find employment avenues elsewhere.
Which of the above statements are correct ?
(a) I and IV
(b) I and II
(c) II and III
(d) III and IV
2714: With reference to ionic compounds, consider the following statements:
1. Ionic compounds are insoluble in alcohol.
2. Ionic compounds in the solid state are good conductors of electricity.
Which of these statements is/are correct?
(a) Only 1
(b) Only 2
(c) Both 1 and 2
(d) Neither 1 nor 2
2715: For which one of the following items, is Tirupur well known as a huge exporter to many part of the world?
(a) Handicrafts
(b) Knitted garments
(c) Leather goods
(d) Gems and Jwellery