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ibps-so 2023 · Question 35 of 323

In the following sentences, there are two blanks. Find out the appropriate words for filling up the blanks. Over time humanity has .............. ever greater ............. in controlling and commanding combustion – harnessing fire.

  1. Aaccomplished , role
  2. Bgained , efficiency
  3. Cexpanded, futility
  4. Dachieved, proficiencyCorrect
  5. Eobtained, efficacy

Answer: D. achieved, proficiency

Explanation

Explanation: Achieved = gained. e e Proficiency = skill or expertise. Sentence: Humanity has achieved ever greater proficiency in controlling fire.

Source: IBPS SO Prelims Memory Based 2023 (AFO/IT/HR/Marketing) - ixamBee · memory-based

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