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math_qa
mathqa_03_00356
x is the product of each integer from 1 to 75 , inclusive and y = 100 ^ k , where k is an integer . what is the greatest value of k for which y is a factor of x ?
[ "8", "7", "6", "9" ]
D
"the number of trailing zeros in the decimal representation of n ! , the factorial of a non - negative integer n , can be determined with this formula : n 5 + n 52 + n 53 + . . . + n 5 k , where k must be chosen such that 5 k ≤ n x = 1 * 2 * 3 . . . . * 75 = 50 ! no . of trailing zeros in 75 ! = 75 / 5 + 75 / 5 ^ 2 = 1...
sciq
sciq_01_04409
What happens to the volume of a balloon when you add moles of gas to it by blowing up?
[ "decreases", "changes randomly", "increases", "stays the same" ]
C
where is the number of moles of gas and is a constant. Avogadro’s law is in evidence whenever you blow up a balloon. The volume of the balloon increases as you add moles of gas to the balloon by blowing it up.
sciq
sciq_01_02819
Chytridiomycota are considered the most primitive of what kingdom?
[ "animals", "fungi", "protists", "plants" ]
B
24.2 Classifications of Fungi Chytridiomycota (chytrids) are considered the most primitive group of fungi. They are mostly aquatic, and their gametes are the only fungal cells known to have flagella. They reproduce both sexually and asexually; the asexual spores are called zoospores. Zygomycota (conjugated fungi) produ...
openbookqa
obqa_02_04530
What your body looks like and how it functions is something that is
[ "received from one's parents", "passed away from Earth", "passed down from eggs", "passed down from tomorrow" ]
A
the number of body parts of an organism is an inherited characteristic
medmcqa
medmcqa_05_00628
The Nitrate which does not undergo first pass metabolism is -
[ "Isosorbide mononitrate", "Nitroglycerine", "Pentaerythritol tetranitrate", "Isosorbide dinitrate" ]
A
Ans. is 'a' i.e., Isosorbide mononitrate o "All nitrates except isosorbide mononitrate undergo extensive but variable first pass metabolism in liver".
openbookqa
obqa_02_04250
Which likely completes a circuit?
[ "a bird's eye", "a dog's paw", "a wooden ruler", "your phone's keys" ]
D
pushing a button sometimes completes a circuit
math_qa
mathqa_03_01129
mary invested a certain sum of money in a bank that paid simple interest . the amount grew to $ 260 at the end of 2 years . she waited for another 3 years and got a final amount of $ 350 . what was the principal amount that she invested at the beginning ?
[ "$ 220", "$ 230", "$ 240", "$ 200" ]
D
what shall be the rate of interest . ? does that is not required for the calculation ? not really ! keep in mind that the interest earned each year will be the same in simple interest . at the end of 2 years , amount = $ 260 at the end of 5 years , amount = $ 350 this means she earned an interest of $ 90 in 3 years . o...
sciq
sciq_01_06682
What is the term for the wavelengths of light humans can see?
[ "visible light", "ultraviolet light", "radiation", "distinct light" ]
A
Visible light is the wavelengths of light humans can see.
sciq
sciq_01_06020
The shape of the path of an object undergoing projectile motion is called?
[ "spherical", "a parabola", "linear", "a triangle" ]
B
The shape of the path of an object undergoing projectile motion is a parabola.
sciq
sciq_01_04247
In a longitudinal wave, what term is a measure of how compressed particles of the medium become when the wave passes through?
[ "amplitude", "magnitude", "frequency", "voltage" ]
A
In a longitudinal wave, amplitude is a measure of how compressed particles of the medium become when the wave passes through. The closer together the particles are, the greater the amplitude.
sciq
sciq_01_11650
Stringed instruments can help show the relationship between tension and what in strings?
[ "lengths", "frequencies", "temperatures", "volumes" ]
B
f 2 = v w / λ 2 = v w / 2L = 2 f 1 . Similarly, f 3 = 3 f 1 , and so on. All of these frequencies can be changed by adjusting the tension in the string. The greater the tension, the greater v w is and the higher the frequencies. This observation is familiar to anyone who has ever observed a string instrument being tune...
medmcqa
medmcqa_05_00955
Which of the following drugs has spasmolytic activity and could also be used in the management of seizure caused by overdose of a local anesthetic?
[ "Baclofen", "Dantrolene", "Diazepam", "Tizanidine" ]
C
IV diazepam controls convulsions. In fact these can be prevented by preanesthetic administration of diazepam (1-2 mg/kg),especially if large doses are to be used. From padmaja 4th edition Page no 201
math_qa
mathqa_03_00416
in how many years will a sum of money doubles itself at 30 % per annum on simple interest ?
[ "7 %", "3 %", "5 %", "8 %" ]
B
"p = ( p * 30 * r ) / 100 r = 3 % answer : b"
ARC-Easy
arc_04_02061
The sound heard when a piano key is hit is caused by
[ "vibration.", "refraction.", "momentum.", "acceleration." ]
A
null
math_qa
mathqa_03_02195
two positive integers differ by 4 , and sum of their reciprocals is 4 . then one of the numbers is
[ "a", "b", "2", "d" ]
C
"algebraic approach : let n be the smaller integer = > 1 / n + 1 / ( n + 4 ) = 4 or ( ( n + 4 ) + n ) / n ( n + 4 ) = 4 or ( n ^ 2 + 4 n ) * 4 = 2 n + 4 or n = 2 as n can not be - negative solve for n = > n = 2 . hence , c"
sciq
sciq_01_01365
What can demonstrate the decrease in energy, biomass or numbers within an ecosystem?
[ "biomes", "food chains", "ecological pyramids", "spontaneous mutation" ]
C
Ecological pyramids can demonstrate the decrease in energy, biomass or numbers within an ecosystem. Energy pyramids are discussed at http://www. youtube. com/watch?v=8T2nEMzk6_E (1:44).
medmcqa
medmcqa_05_01434
Pathological contraction ring is due to:
[ "Obstructed labour", "Uterine inertia", "Preterm labour", "Oligohydramnios" ]
A
Ref: Outfit's Text Book of Obstetrics, 7th edition, pg. 404 Explanation:Pathological retraction ring/ Bandl's ring is seen in obstructed Labor.Contraction ring /Schroeder's ring is seen in incoordinate uterine contraction.Causes of obstructed labor:Fault in passage:CPD. contracted pelvisCervical/broad ligament fibroidI...
math_qa
mathqa_03_02152
in a coconut grove , ( x + 1 ) trees yield 60 nuts per year , x trees yield 120 nuts per year and ( x – 1 ) trees yield 180 nuts per year . if the average yield per year per tree be 100 , find x .
[ "2", "4", "5", "6" ]
A
"( x + 1 ) × 60 + x × 120 + ( x − 1 ) × 180 / ( x + 1 ) + x + ( x − 1 ) = 100 ⇒ 360 x − 120 / 3 x = 100 ⇒ 60 x = 120 ⇒ x = 2 answer a"
medmcqa
medmcqa_05_00956
Acanthosis involves
[ "Stratum corneum", "Stratum spinosum", "Stratum granulosum", "Stratum lucidum" ]
B
Acanthosis is used to describe increase in the number of cells in the Malphigian or prickle cell layer of the epidermis Acanthosis is diffuse epidermal hyperplasia (thickening of the skin). It implies increased thickness of the Malpighian layer (stratum basale and stratum spinosum). Acanthosis nigricans is often associ...
sciq
sciq_01_08442
What is a form of matter that has a definite shape and volume?
[ "gas", "solid", "liquid", "plasma" ]
B
A solid is a form of matter that has a definite shape and volume. The shape of a solid does not change if it is transferred from one container to another. The particles of a solid are packed tightly together in fixed positions, usually in an orderly arrangement. Solids are almost completely incompressible, meaning that...
ARC-Challenge
arc_04_02592
Read the equation. 2Ca + O_{2} -> 2CaO What is the product of the reaction?
[ "metal", "mixture", "solution", "compound" ]
D
null
math_qa
mathqa_03_03303
when positive integer n is divided by 3 , the remainder is 2 . when n is divided by 6 , the remainder is 5 . how many values less than 100 can n take ?
[ "0", "2", "3", "4" ]
D
"a quick approac to this q is . . the equation we can form is . . 3 x + 2 = 7 y + 5 . . 3 x - 3 = 7 y . . . 3 ( x - 1 ) = 7 y . . . so ( x - 1 ) has to be a multiple of 7 as y then will take values of multiple of 3 . . here we can see x can be 1 , 8,15 , 22,29 so 5 values till 100 is reached as ( 29 - 1 ) * 3 = 84 and ...
sciq
sciq_01_06973
It may seem as though burning destroys matter, but the same amount of what, still exists after a campfire as before?
[ "mass", "termperature", "concentrations", "energy" ]
A
It may seem as though burning destroys matter, but the same amount, or mass, of matter still exists after a campfire as before. Look at the sketch in Figure below . It shows that when wood burns, it combines with oxygen and changes not only to ashes but also to carbon dioxide and water vapor. The gases float off into t...
sciq
sciq_01_04389
Crossing charges is one method for obtaining what?
[ "superscripts", "hybrids", "subscripts", "notations" ]
C
Crossing charges. One method for obtaining subscripts in the empirical formula is by crossing charges. When crossing charges, you will sometimes find it necessary to reduce the subscripts to their simplest ratio to write the empirical formula. Consider, for example, the compound formed by Mg2+ and O2−. Using the absolu...
sciq
sciq_01_00581
Redox reactions, like other chemical reactions, begin with a product and end with what?
[ "reactant", "plasma", "decomposition", "stimulant" ]
A
Learn to balanced simple redox reactions by inspection. Learn to balance complex redox reactions by the half reaction method. Use the solvent, or parts of it, as a reactant or a product in balancing a redox reaction. Balancing simple redox reactions can be a straightforward matter of going back and forth between produc...
math_qa
mathqa_03_02474
the ratio of the first and second class fares between two stations is 3 : 1 and that of the number of passengers travelling between the two stations by the first and the second class is 1 : 50 . if in a day , rs . 1 , 325 are collected from the passengers travelling between the two stations , then the amount collected ...
[ "1,250", "1,000", "850", "750" ]
A
explanation : let the fares be 3 x and x respectively for the first and second class . suppose in a day passengers travelling between the two stations be 1 and 50 . then by given condition , 3 x × 1 + x × 50 = 1,325 = > x = 25 the amount collected from second class = 25 × 50 = rs . 1250 answer : a
ARC-Challenge
arc_04_02649
In which layer of the Sun does nuclear fusion occur?
[ "core", "radiative zone", "convection zone", "chromosphere" ]
A
null
medmcqa
medmcqa_05_02347
Surface Immunoglobulin is found in which cell ?
[ "T-cell", "B-cell", "NK cell", "Plasma cells" ]
B
Ans is b' i.e. B-cell B cells recognize antigen the B-cell antigen receptor complex.Ig M and Ig D, present on the surface of all naive B cells, constitute the antigen binding component of B-cell receptor complex.After antigenic stimulation, B cells form plasma cells that secret immunoglobulin.
medmcqa
medmcqa_05_02801
Nitric oxide is produced from?
[ "Endothelium", "RBC", "Platelets", "Lymphocytes" ]
A
ANSWER: (A) EndotheliumREF: Guyton's physiology 22nd edition page 199Nitric oxide should not be confused with nitrous oxide (N2O), an anesthetic and greenhouse gas, or with nitrogen dioxide (NO2), a brown toxic gas and a major air pollutant.Nitric oxide, known as the endothelium-derived relaxing factor, or 'EDRF', is b...
openbookqa
obqa_02_04584
A moth undergoes what?
[ "migration", "stage conversion", "amelioration", "surgery" ]
B
a moth undergoes metamorphosis
sciq
sciq_01_03234
Where do most skin structures originate in?
[ "hypodermis", "cuticle", "dermis", "epidermis" ]
C
Layers of Human Skin. The outer layer of the skin is the epidermis, and the inner layer is the dermis. Most skin structures originate in the dermis.
sciq
sciq_01_02937
Root-like projections anchor adults of what colony-dwelling animals to solid surfaces such as rocks and reefs?
[ "sponges", "molluscs", "corals", "anemones" ]
A
Sponges come in a variety of shapes and sizes. For example, they may be shaped like tubes, fans, cones, or just blobs. They range in diameter from about a centimeter (0.4 inches) to over a meter (3.3 feet). Many species live in colonies that may be quite large. Adult sponges are sessile. This means they are unable to m...
openbookqa
obqa_02_02051
A piglet was accidentally stepped on. In order to heal up, the piglet is offered
[ "a new toy", "a pet puppy", "slop", "a warm bath" ]
C
an animal requires nutrients to grow and heal
sciq
sciq_01_00404
What is composed of two strands of nucleotides in a double-helical structure?
[ "bacteria", "dna", "RNA", "molecule" ]
B
DNA Double-Helical Structure DNA has a double-helical structure (Figure 2.23). It is composed of two strands, or polymers, of nucleotides. The strands are formed with bonds between phosphate and sugar groups of adjacent nucleotides. The strands are bonded to each other at their bases with hydrogen bonds, and the strand...
sciq
sciq_01_03174
How many vertebrae make up the human vertebral column?
[ "35", "32", "35", "33" ]
D
Human Vertebral Column and Vertebrae. The human vertebral column consists of 33 vertebrae. Two vertebrae are shown here enlarged.
openbookqa
obqa_02_02769
Buttercups can produce
[ "their own nutrients", "grow in space", "ride horses", "enter singing competitions" ]
A
plant cells can perform photosynthesis
medmcqa
medmcqa_05_00641
The posterior urethra is best visualized by?
[ "Static cystogram", "Retrograde urethrogram", "Voiding cystogram", "CT cystogram" ]
C
C i.e., Voiding cystogram
sciq
sciq_01_06443
The female reproductive organs include the ovaries, fallopian tubes, uterus, and what?
[ "womb", "bladder", "vagina", "intestines" ]
C
The female reproductive organs include the ovaries, fallopian tubes, uterus, and vagina.
ARC-Easy
arc_04_01091
Rocks in warm and humid environments can be weathered faster than rocks in other environments. Which is most likely the next step in the rock cycle for weathered rocks?
[ "They are cemented.", "They are compacted.", "They become eroded.", "They become molted." ]
C
null
sciq
sciq_01_05644
What chromosome determines the sex of an organism?
[ "sex chromosome", "S chromosome", "autosome", "ribosome" ]
A
A sex chromosome is a chromosome that determines the sex of an organism. Humans have two sex chromosomes, X and Y . Females have two X chromosomes ( XX ), and males have one X and one Y chromosome ( XY ). An autosome is any chromosome other than a sex chromosome. If a trait is autosomal it will affect males and females...
sciq
sciq_01_00257
Diagnosing and treating cancer is a beneficial use of what potentially dangerous energy?
[ "mechanical", "solar", "thermal", "radiation" ]
D
Radiation has several important uses, including diagnosing and treating cancer.
openbookqa
obqa_02_03493
If a thing experiences a burning combustion, then it is
[ "great", "safe", "fine", "damaged" ]
D
a car engine usually converts gasoline into motion and heat through combustion
sciq
sciq_01_04959
What are the earliest reptile genus named?
[ "brachyophis", "scolecophis", "hylonomus", "collorhabdium" ]
C
Earliest Reptile: Hylonomus . The earliest known reptile is given the genus name Hylonomus . It was about 20 to 30 centimeters (8 to 12 inches) long, lived in swamps, and ate insects and other small invertebrates.
openbookqa
obqa_02_01609
A rainbow is caused by rain and what?
[ "grass", "winds", "solar rays", "oceans" ]
C
sunlight and rain can cause a rainbow
medmcqa
medmcqa_05_02716
KF ring has deposition of which of the following in the Descemet’s membrane?
[ "Copper", "Arsenic", "Iron", "Mercury" ]
A
Kayser-Fleischer (KF) ring → Copper deposition in Chalcosis or Wilson’s disease Fleischer ring → Deposition of iron and is a sign of keratoconus
sciq
sciq_01_04862
Under a microscope, salt crystals are what shape?
[ "triangles", "circles", "squares", "cubes" ]
D
Under a microscope, salt crystals are cubes.
math_qa
mathqa_03_03286
selling an kite for rs . 30 , a shop keeper gains 20 % . during a clearance sale , the shopkeeper allows a discount of 10 % on the marked price . his gain percent during the sale is ?
[ "8 %", "10 %", "11 %", "15 %" ]
A
explanation : marked price = rs . 30 c . p . = 100 / 120 * 30 = rs . 25 sale price = 90 % of rs . 30 = rs . 27 required gain % = 0.2 / 25 * 100 = 8 % . answer : a
sciq
sciq_01_10850
What lengths are positive for converging lens and negative for diverging lens?
[ "differential lengths", "wavelengths", "light lengths", "focal lengths" ]
D
- For lenses, the distance from the center of the lens to the focus is . Focal lengths are positive for converging lens and negative for diverging lens. The distance from the center of the lens to the object in question is , where distances to the left of the lens are positive in sign. The distance from the center of t...
math_qa
mathqa_03_04569
a set consists of 15 numbers , all are even or multiple of 5 . if 8 numbers are even and 10 numbers are multiple of 5 , how many numbers is multiple of 10 ?
[ "0", "1", "2", "3" ]
D
"{ total } = { even } + { multiple of 5 } - { both } + { nether } . since { neither } = 0 ( allare even or multiple of 5 ) then : 15 = 8 + 10 - { both } + 0 ; { both } = 3 ( so 1 number is both even and multiple of 5 , so it must be a multiple of 10 ) . answer : d ."
openbookqa
obqa_02_00850
Needing to use an umbrella could be the result of
[ "evaporation", "condensation", "altercation", "precipitation" ]
D
precipitation is when water falls from the sky
math_qa
mathqa_03_04525
the ratio between the number of sheep and the number of horses at the stewar farm is 3 to 7 . if each of horse is fed 230 ounces of horse food per day and the farm needs a total 12880 ounces of horse food per day . what is number sheep in the form ? ?
[ "24", "28", "32", "56" ]
A
et no of sheep and horses are 3 k and 7 k no of horses = 12880 / 230 = 56 now 7 k = 56 and k = 8 no of sheep = ( 3 * 8 ) = 24 answer : a
medmcqa
medmcqa_05_00814
SI unit of radioactivity is: March 2013 (c, f)
[ "Rem", "Rad", "Becuerel", "Curie" ]
C
Ans. C i.e. Becquerel
medmcqa
medmcqa_05_00172
A patient with pancreatic malignancy presents with lethargy, yellow urine and pruritus. The probable location of the tumor is:
[ "Head of the pancreas", "Body of the pancreas", "Tail of the pancreas", "Pancreatic malignancy with liver metastasis" ]
A
Obstructive jaundice is a frequent feature when the cancer is located in the head of pancreas. The symptoms are abdominal discomfo, pruritus, lethargy, and weight loss. Physical signs: Jaundice and cachexia, and scratch marks. 25% have a palpable gall bladder (Courvoisier's sign). Ref: Harrison, Edition -18, Page-789
sciq
sciq_01_08389
In naming ternary compounds, which type of particle is stated first?
[ "cation", "anion", "molecule", "subatomic" ]
A
Ternary compounds are named by stating the cation first, followed by the anion.
openbookqa
obqa_02_00760
Survival of an organism is positively impacted by
[ "access to food lacking in nutrients", "access to dirty, tainted water", "access to viable and required items", "access to roadways and highways" ]
C
the ability to access resources has a positive impact on an organism 's survival
sciq
sciq_01_09350
What does bile help to digest ?
[ "fat", "food", "nuts", "protein" ]
A
The liver secretes bile acids. Bile acids help digest fat. Some liver bile is secreted directly into the small intestine.
openbookqa
obqa_02_04354
A gila monster will likely have to interact negatively with
[ "trees", "eagles", "snails", "sharks" ]
B
hawks eat lizards
math_qa
mathqa_03_03052
in the fifth grade at parkway elementary school there are 470 students . 300 students are boys and 250 students are playing soccer . 86 % of the students that play soccer are boys . how many girl student are in parkway that is not playing soccer ?
[ "69 .", "135 .", "81 .", "91 ." ]
B
"total students = 470 boys = 300 , girls = 170 total playing soccer = 250 86 % of 250 = 215 are boys who play soccer . girls who play soccer = 35 . total girls who do not play soccer = 170 - 35 = 135 . correct option : b"
sciq
sciq_01_11508
Within the first 8 weeks of gestation, a developing embryo establishes the rudimentary structures of all of its organs and tissues from the ectoderm, mesoderm, and endoderm. this process is called what?
[ "abiogenesis", "biosynthesis", "organogenesis", "parthenogenesis" ]
C
Within the first 8 weeks of gestation, a developing embryo establishes the rudimentary structures of all of its organs and tissues from the ectoderm, mesoderm, and endoderm. This process is called organogenesis. Like the central nervous system, the heart also begins its development in the embryo as a tube-like structur...
sciq
sciq_01_07377
What are natural resources which can be replaced in a relatively short period called?
[ "materials resources", "replaceable resources", "solvent resources", "renewable resources" ]
D
Renewable resources are natural resources that can be replaced in a relatively short period of time or are virtually limitless in supply. Renewable energy resources include sunlight, moving water, wind, biomass, and geothermal energy. Each of these energy resources is described in Table below . Resources such as sunlig...
ARC-Easy
arc_04_01149
Changes to Earth's surface can happen slowly or quickly. Which of these changes happens the most quickly?
[ "a mountain eroding to a hill", "a river making a delta", "a glacier making a canyon", "a storm moving a sandbar" ]
D
null
medmcqa
medmcqa_05_01059
Which type of delivery is safest in maternal hea disease?
[ "Vaginal", "Cesarean section", "Outlet forceps", "Mid-cavity forceps" ]
C
Outlet forceps
math_qa
mathqa_03_04122
find the smallest number of five digits exactly divisible by 16 , 24,36 and 54 .
[ "10368", "10638", "10836", "10846" ]
A
"smallest number of five digits is 10000 . required number must be divisible by l . c . m . of 16,24 , 36,54 i . e 432 , on dividing 10000 by 432 , we get 64 as remainder . therefore , required number = 10000 + ( 432 – 64 ) = 10368 . answer is a ."
sciq
sciq_01_00626
The prevalence of cervical cancer in the united states is very low because of regular screening exams called what?
[ "prostates exams", "Stavros smears", "mammograms", "pap smears" ]
D
The prevalence of cervical cancer in the United States is very low because of regular screening exams called pap smears. Pap smears sample cells of the cervix, allowing the detection of abnormal cells. If pre-cancerous cells are detected, there are several highly effective techniques that are currently in use to remove...
openbookqa
obqa_02_00268
Someone in a room without any lights on, but that has mirrors in it, can still have light in that room if
[ "lights are turned on in another house", "a joined room is dark", "the room is completely dark", "a joined room is lit" ]
D
a mirror is used for reflecting light
math_qa
mathqa_03_03481
the average of 10 numbers is 40.2 . later it is found that two numbers have been wrongly copied . the first is 16 greater than the actual number and the second number added is 13 instead of 31 . find the correct average .
[ "40.2", "40.4", "40.6", "40.8" ]
B
"sum of 10 numbers = 402 corrected sum of 10 numbers = 402 – 13 + 31 – 16 = 404 hence , new average = 404 ⁄ 10 = 40.4 answer b"
math_qa
mathqa_03_03490
along a yard 441 metres long , 22 trees are palnted at equal distances , one tree being at each end of the yard . what is the distance between two consecutive trees
[ "18", "19", "20", "21" ]
D
"explanation : 22 trees have 21 gaps between them , required distance ( 441 / 21 ) = 21 option d"
openbookqa
obqa_02_01379
A field of flowers has pollen filled flowers. The most likely thing to do the seed spread would be
[ "striped falcons", "human children", "wild boars", "avian creature" ]
D
when pollen sticks to a hummingbird , that pollen will move to where the hummingbird moves
ARC-Easy
arc_04_01822
Reptiles become more active as the day gets warmer. This is because
[ "they have scaly skin.", "they have slimy skin.", "their body temperature stays at a constant level.", "their body temperature changes with the environment." ]
D
null
math_qa
mathqa_03_01605
how many positive factors do 120 and 80 have in common ?
[ "8", "12", "16", "18" ]
A
"the number of common factors will be same as number of factors of the highest common factor ( hcf ) hcf of 120 and 80 is 40 number of factors of 40 = 8 answer : a"
sciq
sciq_01_06922
Which structure includes sugar-phosphate "backbones", composed of alternating phosphate groups and deoxyribose sugars, and nitrogenous bases?
[ "molecule double helix", "dna double helix", "dna triple helix", "mulecular triplex" ]
B
The DNA double helix. The two sides are the sugar-phosphate backbones, composed of alternating phosphate groups and deoxyribose sugars. The nitrogenous bases face the center of the double helix. As the base-pairing rules tell us, A always pairs with T, and G always pairs with C.
sciq
sciq_01_04805
What is the type of plant called when its leaves seasonally turn color and fall off?
[ "conifer", "verdant plant", "evergreen", "deciduous plant" ]
D
In a deciduous plant, leaves seasonally turn color and fall off the plant. They are replaced with new leaves later in the year.
sciq
sciq_01_08353
In which type of reaction are compounds formed?
[ "gaseous reaction", "balanced reaction", "chemical reaction", "acid reaction" ]
C
Compounds form when atoms of different elements combine. This process is a chemical reaction.
sciq
sciq_01_03445
Which common element is the most found in living organisms?
[ "monoxide", "carbon", "oxygen", "hydrogen" ]
B
Carbon is one of the most common elements found in living organisms. Chains of carbon molecules form the backbones of many organic molecules, such as carbohydrates, proteins, and lipids. Carbon is constantly cycling between living organisms and the atmosphere ( Figure below ). The cycling of carbon occurs through the c...
math_qa
mathqa_03_01777
every year an amount increases by 1 / 9 th of itself . how much will it be after two years if its present value is rs . 64000 ?
[ "81000", "81007", "81008", "79012.3" ]
D
"64000 * 10 / 9 * 10 / 9 = 79012.3 answer : d"
medmcqa
medmcqa_05_00059
Leaden paralysis is seen in
[ "Severe depression", "Melancholic depression", "Atypical depression", "Narcolepsy" ]
C
Leaden paralysis is extreme heaviness in arms & legs and patient will be lying like a "log of wood", seen in Atypical depression.
sciq
sciq_01_10908
How do plants and algae both make food?
[ "spermatogenesis", "atherosclerosis", "Digestion.", "photosynthesis" ]
D
Like plants, algae contain chlorophyll and make food by photosynthesis.
medmcqa
medmcqa_05_03803
The typical feature of interstitial lung disease is
[ "End inspiratory rales", "Expiratory rales", "Inspiratory rhonchi", "Expiratory rhonchi" ]
A
Rales are abnormal lung sounds characterized by discontinuous clicking or rattling sounds. They can sound like salt dropped onto a hot pan or like cellophane being crumpled. Crackles are the clicking, rattling, or crackling noises that may be made by one or both lungs of a human with a respiratory disease during inhala...
sciq
sciq_01_04840
Which three colors are called the primary colors of light?
[ "blue, green, violet", "red, blue, yellow", "red, green, blue", "black, white, red" ]
C
The human eye can distinguish only red, green, and blue light. These three colors are called the primary colors of light. All other colors of light can be created by combining the primary colors. Look at the Venn diagram below . Red and green light combine to form yellow light. Red and blue light combine to form magent...
medmcqa
medmcqa_05_03164
In a cervix low grade squamous intraepithelial leison (LSIL) in Bethseda system includes:
[ "CIN I", "CIN II", "CIN III", "Squamous metaplasia" ]
A
In Bethesda system: LSIL = CIN 1 HSIL = CIN 2, CIN 3/Ca in situ
sciq
sciq_01_10122
Animals that are endotherms or ectotherms are distinguished by the ability to maintain a constant what?
[ "bearing temperature", "step temperature", "body temperature", "Moving Tempature" ]
C
Endotherms and Ectotherms Animals can be divided into two groups: some maintain a constant body temperature in the face of differing environmental temperatures, while others have a body temperature that is the same as their environment and thus varies with the environment. Animals that do not control their body tempera...
medmcqa
medmcqa_05_03628
In a patient with urethral syndrome, urine microscopy shows full of polymorphs, but no bacteria. The most appropriate culture medium is
[ "Mc Coy cell", "Thayer medium", "Cooked meat", "PPLO broth" ]
A
For Chlamydia, commonest cause of non gonococcal urethritis
sciq
sciq_01_03863
What do all sound waves begin with?
[ "enclosing matter", "vibrating matter", "talking matter", "oscillating matter" ]
B
All sound waves begin with vibrating matter. The vibrations generate longitudinal waves that travel through matter in all directions.
medmcqa
medmcqa_05_02229
Most common type of lesion in Pott's spine:
[ "Central", "Anterior", "Paradiscal", "Appendiceal" ]
C
The most common type of lesion in Pott's spine is Paradiscal area. Because the paradiscal area (lower pa of upper veebrae, upper pa of lower veebrae and the in-between veebral disc) arise from single mesodermal somite &has single supply of segmental aery through which tuberculosis spreads. Central (within the veebrae),...
math_qa
mathqa_03_00162
a scale 6 ft . 8 inches long is divided into 4 equal parts . find the length of each part
[ "17 inches", "20 inches", "15 inches", "18 inches" ]
B
"explanation : total length of scale in inches = ( 6 * 12 ) + 8 = 80 inches length of each of the 4 parts = 80 / 4 = 20 inches answer : b"
sciq
sciq_01_04087
Circadian rhythms and migration are examples of what kind of behaviors in animals?
[ "finite", "cyclic", "fluid", "continual" ]
B
Many animal behaviors occur in a regular cycle. Two types of cyclic behaviors are circadian rhythms and migration.
medmcqa
medmcqa_05_03734
Reye's syndrome is diagnosed by using _______ stain -
[ "Reticulin stain", "Oil-red-O stain", "PAS stain", "Mustein stain" ]
B
Read following 2 facts :- "Oil red O stain is used to stain fat". "Characteristic histopathologic change in the cells in Rey's syndrome is fat accumulation. Glycogen is completely absent from the cells". These changes are seen in the cells of liver, brain & kidneys. So after combining these 2 facts, you can easily ge...
openbookqa
obqa_02_00697
which of these would most likely cause a car to lose control?
[ "a nice dry asphalt highway", "a highway after cloud precipitation", "a dry cobble stone road", "all of these" ]
B
as moisture of an object decreases , the friction of that object against another object will increase
sciq
sciq_01_05413
Biological macromolecules are organic, which means that they must contain what?
[ "carbon", "oxygen", "hydrogen", "aluminum" ]
A
2.3 | Biological Molecules By the end of this section, you will be able to: • Describe the ways in which carbon is critical to life • Explain the impact of slight changes in amino acids on organisms • Describe the four major types of biological molecules • Understand the functions of the four major types of molecules T...
openbookqa
obqa_02_03586
eating food that contains pesticides can have a negative impact on humans and
[ "rocks", "golden retrievers", "sticks", "blankets" ]
B
eating food that contains pesticides can have a negative impact on humans
openbookqa
obqa_02_02154
A person who wants to raise alligators will need a supply of food such as
[ "hay", "grass", "corn", "bass" ]
D
alligators eat fish
sciq
sciq_01_04258
What type of structure between the esophagus and the stomach normally opens only when a bolus arrives?
[ "gland", "larynx", "sphincter", "intestine" ]
C
sciq
sciq_01_04475
What is the most numerous species on the planet?
[ "trees", "humans", "bacteria", "viruses" ]
C
Practically all surfaces. Bacteria can live and grow in practically any environment. It is this ability that has made bacteria the most numerous species on the planet.
math_qa
mathqa_03_04760
car a runs at the speed of 65 km / hr & reaches its destination in 8 hr . car b runs at the speed of 75 km / h & reaches its destination in 4 h . what is the respective ratio of distances covered by car a & car b ?
[ "26 : 15", "12 : 7", "13 : 7", "15 : 6" ]
A
"sol . distance travelled by car a = 65 ã — 8 = 520 km distance travelled by car b = 75 ã — 4 = 300 km ratio = 520 / 300 = 26 : 15 a"
sciq
sciq_01_00579
Constantly going through some form of growth and repair is a characteristic of all what?
[ "mass", "bacteria", "living things", "viruses" ]
C
medmcqa
medmcqa_05_02243
At what stage of erythropoiesis does Hemoglobin appear
[ "Reticulocyte", "Intermedate normoblast", "Early normoblast.", "Erythroblast" ]
B
Hb synthesis stas at the stage of intermediate normoblast and then its contents increase progressivelyRef: Medical Physiology Indu Khurana 2015 edition page No:106
sciq
sciq_01_08323
A single amino acid substitution in hemoglobin leads to what disease?
[ "sickle cell anemia", "crohn's disease", "AIDS", "down's syndrome" ]
A
Figure 3.26 The beta chain of hemoglobin is 147 residues in length, yet a single amino acid substitution leads to sickle cell anemia. In normal hemoglobin, the amino acid at position seven is glutamate. In sickle cell hemoglobin, this glutamate is replaced by a valine.
math_qa
mathqa_03_03789
how many integers are divisible by 3 between 10 ! and 10 ! + 20 inclusive ?
[ "6", "7", "8", "9" ]
B
"0 ! is divisible by 3 - the way i look factorials is that any number included will also be divisible by the product . 10,9 , 8,7 , 6,5 , 4,3 , 2,1 are all divisors of 10 ! there are 6 numbers between 10 ! and 10 ! + 20 that are divisible by 3 . hence b : 7"
sciq
sciq_01_08270
What has the smallest, lightest atoms of all the elements and is colorless, odorless, tasteless and nontoxic, but highly flammable in its pure state?
[ "magnesium", "hydrogen", "helium", "barium" ]
B
Hydrogen has the smallest, lightest atoms of all elements. Pure hydrogen is a colorless, odorless, tasteless gas that is nontoxic but highly flammable. Hydrogen gas exists mainly as diatomic (“two-atom”) molecules (H 2 ), as shown in the diagram on the right. Hydrogen is the most abundant element in the universe and th...
sciq
sciq_01_03091
Different media affect what property of light?
[ "density", "color", "temperature", "speed" ]
D
The speed of light is different in different media.