Geography Insights and Real Estate Calculations
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Which of the following reasons is NOT mentioned as a cause for non-geographers to disregard geographic explanations?

  • Recognition of the historical accuracy of geographic analysis (correct)
  • Belief in the central role of humans in influencing phenomena
  • Dismissal of explanations involving geographical causes
  • Disciplinary training lacking geographical knowledge

    • The author believes that geographic determinism is a valid perspective in understanding human behavior.

    False

    What is one factor that has led to the rejection of geographic explanations by non-geographers?

    A belief in the central role of humans unrelated to physical surroundings.

    The development of warm fur clothes among the Inuit is attributed to their adaptations to _____ conditions.

    <p>Arctic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following terms with their descriptions:

    <p>Geographic Determinism = The belief that geography shapes human behavior Cultural Adaptation = Adjustment of traditions based on environmental factors Racism in Explanations = Bias affecting interpretations of geographic influence Self-sufficiency = Ability of societies to maintain themselves without outside help</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What role do individual decisions and chance play, according to the author?

    <p>They significantly influence human phenomena independent of geographic factors.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How did past explanations of human behavior relate to racism?

    <p>Non-racist explanations were overlooked due to racist associations.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Self-sufficiency is deemed an outdated concept by the author.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the base price of a vacant house without a parking space?

    <p>Rs. 10 lakhs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The maximum quoted price of a house in Block XX is Rs. 30 lakhs.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many houses are vacant in Block XX?

    <p>2</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The quoted price of a vacant house is calculated as (base price) + 5 × (road adjacency value) + 3 × (_______).

    <p>neighbour count</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum quoted price of a house in Block YY?

    <p>Rs. 15 lakhs</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the ratings awarded to different workers:

    <p>R1 = 5 to Waman R2 = 5 to Xavier R3 = 5 to Waman R5 = 1 to Ullas</p> Signup and view all the answers

    There is only one house with a parking space in Block YY.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which house is definitely occupied?

    <p>A1</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which statement about the application processes is false?

    <p>The application process of Mahira started after Nandini’s.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The number of US applications was different in each slot.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    When was Vijay called to a counter?

    <p>9:25 am</p> Signup and view all the answers

    On the day of visa processing, there were exactly six out of the ten counters either processing applications or __________.

    <p>ready to start processing the next application</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What percentage of the applications were US applications?

    <p>50%</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the faculty departments with the number of members in each:

    <p>Finance and Accounting = 9 Marketing and Strategy = 7 Operations and Quants = 5 Behaviour and Human Resources = 3</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What time did the application processing for all US applicants get over?

    <p>2 : 25 pm</p> Signup and view all the answers

    All applicants except for Ira, Vijay, and Nandini arrived on time.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which of the following sentences focuses on the importance of theory of mind for cognitive development?

    <p>It is a 'theory of mind' though some scholars prefer to call it 'mentalizing' or 'mindreading'.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The impact of biased decisions made by humans is broader than the impact of algorithmic biases.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is considered a prerequisite for natural language acquisition and social interaction?

    <p>An appreciation for the workings of another person's mind.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The capacity for 'theory of mind' develops from early beginnings in the first year of life to the adult’s fast and ______ understanding of others’ thoughts.

    <p>effortless</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the following sentences with their primary focus:

    <p>1 = The importance of theory of mind in cognitive development 2 = The definition of theory of mind and its synonyms 3 = Speculation on the evolutionary origin of theory of mind 4 = The localized impact of human biases</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which sentence describes how biases in AI models can affect larger groups of people?

    <p>Algorithms hosted on the internet are accessed by many.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    It is easier to fix biases in AI than to address human-generated biases.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is one of the most fascinating human capacities mentioned in the content?

    <p>The ability to perceive and interpret other people's behavior in terms of their mental states.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which two candidates can belong to the same department?

    <p>Prof.Qureshi and Prof.Ramaswamy</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Prof.Pakrasi received more votes than Prof.Qureshi.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    How many votes did Prof.Samuel receive?

    <p>1</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Prof.Qureshi voted for Prof. __________.

    <p>Samuel</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the potential total of x + y if $log_x (x² + 12) = 4$ and $3 log_y x = 1$?

    <p>10</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Prof.Ramaswamy voted for Prof.Qureshi.

    <p>True</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If $x² + (x - 2y - 1)² = -4y(x + y)$, what is the value of $x - 2y$?

    <p>-1</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is the minimum positive integer n such that 168 is a factor of 1134n?

    <p>6</p> Signup and view all the answers

    If m is the least positive integer such that 1134n is a factor of 168m, what does m + n equal?

    <p>24</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What is Sahlins's main objective in writing his essay?

    <p>To hold a mirror to a greedy society and offer radical alternatives</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Sahlins's essay directly contradicts Galbraith's ideas.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    What concepts does Sahlins explore in his essay compared to foraging societies?

    <p>Non-materialistic values and alternative ways of satisfying needs.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Sahlins's work seeks to challenge _______________ by providing examples from non-materialistic communities.

    <p>contemporary economic life</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Which option correctly describes a common misconception about Sahlins's essay?

    <p>It argues for a direct confrontation with Galbraith's ideas.</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Sahlins focuses on the empirical validity of the data presented in his essay.

    <p>False</p> Signup and view all the answers

    The phrase 'The Original Affluent Society' is used to indicate societies that are successful in being __________.

    <p>non-materialistic</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Match the aspects of Sahlins's essay with their corresponding descriptions:

    <p>Radical alternatives = Providing examples of non-materialistic values Postwar prosperity = Critique of contemporary economic life Foraging societies = Satisfying needs with less work Empirical validity = Not the focus of the essay</p> Signup and view all the answers

    Study Notes

    CAT 2023 Slot 1 VARC Study Notes

    • Passage Overview: The passage discusses various aspects of postcolonial literature, focusing on the Indian Ocean world as a central theme. It examines the works of novelists Amitav Ghosh, Abdulrazak Gurnah, Lindsey Collen, and Joseph Conrad, highlighting connections among the coasts of East Africa, the Arab coasts, and South and East Asia.

    • Key Concept 1: Remapping the World: The novels discussed in the passage reimagine global connections, shifting the focus from European and US-centric narratives to an interconnected global South. This remapping emphasizes the importance of historical and cultural contexts beyond Europe and the US.

    • Key Concept 2: Representation of Africa: The novels portray multifaceted African characters (traders, sailors, etc.) in the Indian Ocean world, avoiding romanticization while acknowledging migration as a complex and often forced experience.

    • Key Concept 3: Historical Context of Migration: The passage emphasizes the historical and geographical factors that shaped migration patterns in the Indian Ocean. Travel by sea was often easier than by land, leading to interconnectedness among distant port cities.

    • Key Concept 4: The Indian Ocean World: The passage uses the term "Indian Ocean world" to represent a vast and interconnected region with long-lasting connections impacting globalization from early times.

    • Key Question Analysis (Question 1): Question 1 asks about the incorrect statement related to migration in the Indian Ocean. This requires careful analysis of the passage's claims about migration patterns.

    • Key Question Analysis (Question 2): Question 2 asks about the claim of "remapping" discussed in the passage. This requires understanding which perspective of globalization and historical connections is not explained or presented in the passage.

    • Key Question Analysis (Question 3): This question deals with weakening an argument about the relationship between mainstream English-language fiction and Indian Ocean novels. Understanding the central points and assumptions is crucial for properly assessing which claims the provided statements would weaken.

    • Key Question Analysis (Question 4): Question 4 addresses the odd pair out based on the relationship between concepts presented through pairs of words and phrases. An understanding of the connections between terms and whether they are congruent is necessary to select the odd one out.

    CAT 2023 Slot 1 LRDI Study Notes

    • Diagram Description: The diagram depicts a housing complex with 12 houses arranged in two rows and six columns. The houses are categorized into two blocks and house numbers are marked accordingly.

    • Important Details: The structure provides information about occupied versus vacant houses, road adjacency values, neighbour counts, and base prices for vacant houses.

    • Calculation Methodology: The passage explains how quoted prices are calculated based on a formula combining base price, road adjacency, and neighbour count.

    • Application of Concepts: The LRDI questions require interpreting the diagram, applying the provided formulas, and finding the answers by combining all the information given in the passage.

    CAT 2023 Slot 1 Quant Study Notes

    • Equation Solving Strategies: Questions often necessitate solving equations, either by direct manipulation or more involved methods.

    • Understanding Geometry Concepts: Questions often use geometric figures requiring knowledge of angles, lines, distances and areas.

    • Finding Patterns and Relationships: Some questions require identifying patterns in given sequences or information.

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