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GRE Official Practice Test 2024

Official solved past paper for GRE Official Practice Test 2024 (Verbal / Quantitative / AWA).

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1

What is the standard accounting entry to record the creation of a Provision for Bad Debts?

Provision for Doubtful Debts
a Debit Profit and Loss A/c and credit Provision for Bad Debts A/c.
b Debit Provision for Bad Debts A/c and credit Debtors A/c
c Debit Debtors A/c and credit Provision for Bad Debts A/c
d Debit Provision for Bad Debts A/c and credit Profit & Loss A/c
Explanation

Creating a provision for bad debts is an adjusting entry that recognizes an anticipated loss. Since it is an expense, it is debited to the Profit and Loss Account. The corresponding credit is made to the Provision for Bad Debts account, which acts as a contra-asset account to reduce the net value of accounts receivable on the balance sheet.

2

According to vital force theory_______________?

Collision Theory and Transition State Theory
a Oorganic compounds can be synthesized from inorganic compounds
b organic compounds cannot be synthesized from inorganic compounds
c organic compounds can be synthesized by animals
d organic compounds can be synthesized by plants
Explanation

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3

Which country celebrates the Cherry Blossom Festival (Hanami)?

World Famous Festivals and Traditions
a China
b Japan
c South Korea
d Taiwan
Explanation

Hanami is the traditional Japanese celebration of cherry blossoms.

4

What is the term for the microspore in seed-bearing plants that contains the male gametophyte and the male gamete?

Gymnosperms_ Cycas and Pinus
a Microgametophyte
b Ovule
c Microsporangium
d Pollen grain
Explanation

A pollen grain is the highly reduced male gametophyte of seed plants (gymnosperms and angiosperms). It develops from a microspore within the microsporangium. Upon maturation, the pollen grain serves as the vehicle to transport the male gametes to the female reproductive structures, ensuring fertilization can occur without the need for external water.

5

Which political scholar expressed skepticism regarding the true universality of the adult franchise?

Electoral Reforms and Voting Behavior
a Laski
b Gettell
c Gamer
d Gilchrist
Explanation

R.N. Gilchrist, in his political science writings, critically analyzed the concept of universal franchise. He argued that while the term implies inclusivity, various practical, legal, and social barriers often prevent the franchise from being truly universal in practice. His critique highlights the discrepancy between the theoretical ideal of universal suffrage and the actual implementation of electoral systems in different states.

6

Which of these exemplifies a formula in Excel?

Microsoft Excel
a =A1+A2
b =add(A1:A2)
c SUM{A1:A2)
d A1+A2
Explanation

Formulas in Excel begin with an equals sign, followed by the calculation like =A1+A2.

7

In UNFPA's work on **maternal health**, a key focus is on ensuring the availability of trained health workers, particularly for which type of care?

United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA)
a Basic first aid training.
b Emergency obstetric and neonatal care (EmONC).
c Treating non-communicable diseases.
d Geriatric care.
Explanation

EmONC is vital to prevent maternal mortality caused by complications during childbirth.

8

لفظ 'خوشبو' کا درست املا کیا ہے؟

املاء
a خشبہ
b خوشبو
c خوشبوء
d خوش بو
Explanation

لفظ 'خوشبو' ایک مرکب لفظ ہے جسے ملا کر لکھا جاتا ہے۔ اس میں 'واؤِ معدولہ' (وہ واؤ جو لکھی جائے مگر پڑھی نہ جائے) موجود ہے، اس لیے اسے 'خبو' پڑھا جاتا ہے مگر لکھا 'خوشبو' جاتا ہے۔

9

A sudden and unexplained increase in your computer's internet data usage could be a symptom of:

a A faster internet connection.
b Your computer being part of a botnet and communicating with a command-and-control server.
c A normal background update process.
d A faulty network cable.
Explanation

If your computer is part of a botnet, it will communicate with the attacker's server to receive commands and send back data. This activity can lead to a noticeable spike in network traffic and data consumption.

10

Which river flows through the city of Karachi and has become a major sewerage channel over the years?

Rivers of Pakistan
a Hub River
b Lyari River
c Malir River
d Both B and C
Explanation

Both the Lyari and Malir rivers flow through Karachi. Historically, they were freshwater streams, but due to urban expansion and lack of waste management, they now primarily carry industrial and domestic sewage into the Arabian Sea.

11

The 'Buyid' rulers, though they controlled the caliph, were practitioners of which branch of Islam?

Abbasid Caliphate
a Sunni
b Twelver Shia
c Ismaili Shia
d Kharijite
Explanation

The Buyids were Zaydi or Twelver Shia. This made their 'protection' of the Sunni Abbasid caliph particularly ironic and humiliating for the Sunni population, though the Buyids kept the caliph for his symbolic value to the broader empire.

12

Which agency was the secret police of East Germany (GDR)?

Famous International Agencies
a Gestapo
b Stasi
c BND
d KGB
Explanation

The Stasi (Ministry for State Security) was the official state security service of the German Democratic Republic (East Germany).

13

Who posited that property is essential for character development because it provides the liberty necessary for individuals to cultivate their moral and social identity?

T.H. Green_ Positive Liberty and Ethical State
a Aristotle
b T.H. Green
c Bentham
d Bosanquet
Explanation

Bernard Bosanquet, a prominent British Idealist, argued that property is an extension of the individual's personality. He believed that by owning property, an individual gains the material basis required to act as a responsible member of society. For Bosanquet, property is not merely an economic asset but a social institution that enables the individual to realize their moral potential and contribute to the common good of the community.

14

What is the sociological definition of the term 'manufactured risk'?

Social Problems and Dysfunction
a risks that only affect advanced industrial economies
b risks associated with the activities of manufacturing industries
c risks which result from human interaction with the natural world
d risks that have been exaggerated by the output of the media
Explanation

Manufactured risk, a concept often associated with Ulrich Beck's 'Risk Society', refers to hazards created by human activity and technological advancement rather than natural disasters. These risks arise from our intervention in the natural world, such as climate change, nuclear energy, or genetic engineering. Unlike external risks, these are products of our own social and industrial development, making them complex to manage and inherently tied to modern societal choices.

15

What is the maximum imprisonment term for a person who takes, entices, or conceals a woman with the intent of illicit intercourse or detention?

Offences against Human Body
a Five years
b Seven years
c Three years
d None of these
Explanation

Under the relevant provisions of the Pakistan Penal Code, specifically those dealing with the abduction or enticement of women for illicit purposes, the law prescribes a maximum penalty of seven years imprisonment. This serves as a deterrent against human trafficking and the exploitation of women, ensuring that such criminal acts are met with significant legal consequences.

16

A place of ideal peace and happiness.

One Word Substitution
a Utopia
b El Dorado
c Elysium
d Asylum
Explanation

In Greek mythology, Elysium was the abode of the blessed after death, a place of ideal happiness. A Utopia is an imagined place where everything is perfect. An asylum is a place of refuge or safety. El Dorado is a mythical city of gold.

17

In the Philippines, which of the following is NOT an official or widely recognized language?

World Languages
a Filipino
b Cebuano
c English
d Portuguese
Explanation

The Philippines has two official languages: Filipino and English. Cebuano is a major regional language, but Portuguese is not historically or presently an official language.

18

Approximately how many states have signed the Rome Statute of the International Criminal Court?

Treaties and Conventions
a 135
b 140
c 130
d 100
Explanation

The Rome Statute established the International Criminal Court (ICC) to prosecute individuals for genocide, crimes against humanity, and war crimes. The number of signatories and state parties has fluctuated over time, with 130 being a commonly cited figure in historical academic materials regarding the court's initial expansion and global support.

19

What is the full form of the acronym ALM in the context of the banking and finance sector?

Functions of Commercial Banks
a Asset Liability Management
b Asset Liability Mismatch
c Asset Liability Manpower
d Asset Liability Maturity
Explanation

Asset Liability Management (ALM) is a strategic practice used by financial institutions to manage the risks that arise due to mismatches between the assets and liabilities of the bank. It involves balancing the maturity and interest rate profiles of assets and liabilities to ensure liquidity and profitability while mitigating financial risk.

20

What term describes cells that have undergone changes allowing them to divide indefinitely?

Cancer Biology and Oncogenes
a transformed
b mutated
c infected
d transfected
Explanation

Cell transformation is the process by which normal cells acquire the ability to divide indefinitely, often resembling cancer cells. This process can be induced by viral infection, chemical carcinogens, or genetic mutations, leading to the loss of normal growth control mechanisms.

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Topic Weightage

Provision for Doubtful Debts 5%
Collision Theory and Transition State Theory 5%
World Famous Festivals and Traditions 5%
Gymnosperms_ Cycas and Pinus 5%
Electoral Reforms and Voting Behavior 5%
Microsoft Excel 5%
United Nations Population Fund (UNFPA) 5%
املاء 5%
General Topics 5%
Rivers of Pakistan 5%
Abbasid Caliphate 5%
Famous International Agencies 5%
T.H. Green_ Positive Liberty and Ethical State 5%
Social Problems and Dysfunction 5%
Offences against Human Body 5%
One Word Substitution 5%
World Languages 5%
Treaties and Conventions 5%
Functions of Commercial Banks 5%
Cancer Biology and Oncogenes 5%