Comprehension
Study the following table carefully and answer the questions : Human Development Index (2021)
S. No.Country’s NameHDI Value (2021)
1Israel 0.919
2Mexico0.758
3Switzerland0.962
4Singapore0.939
5Cuba0.764
6Austria0.916
7Germany0.942
8Chile0.855
Question: 1

The maximum number of countries given in the table belong to which one of the following continents?

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When studying data from countries across continents, check the geographical regions of each country to determine the highest count from a given set of continents.
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  • North America
  • South America
  • Europe
  • Asia
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The Correct Option is C

Solution and Explanation

The countries listed in the table that are located in Europe are:
- Switzerland
- Austria
- Germany
This indicates that Europe has the highest number of countries represented in the table, with a total of three.
Therefore, the correct option is (C) Europe.
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Question: 2

Arrange the following countries from low to high order of Human Development Index value and choose the correct option.
I. Singapore
II. Germany
III. Mexico
IV. Israel

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When arranging countries based on HDI values, always refer to the given HDI values and place countries accordingly, from the lowest to the highest.
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  • III, IV, II, I
  • III, IV, I, II
  • IV, III, I, II
  • IV, III, II, I
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The Correct Option is B

Solution and Explanation

The Human Development Index (HDI) values for the listed countries are: - Singapore: 0.939 (highest) - Germany: 0.942 - Israel: 0.919 - Mexico: 0.758 (lowest) The ascending order of HDI values is: Mexico (III), Israel (IV), Singapore (I), Germany (II). The correct answer is (B) III, IV, I, II.
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Question: 3

Choose the correctly matched pair.

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To match countries with continents, refer to their geographical locations on the world map.
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  • Austria - Europe
  • Cuba - Africa
  • Chile - Asia
  • Mexico - South America
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The Correct Option is A

Solution and Explanation

Austria is situated in Europe, making option (A) the correct choice.
Cuba is in North America, not Africa.
Chile is in South America, not Asia.
Mexico is in North America, not South America.
Therefore, the correct answer is (A) Austria - Europe.
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