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Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no 4 ........

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In the following passage, some words have been deleted. Read the passage carefully and select the most appropriate option to fill in
each blank.
Apart from other pollutions, noise pollution - also known as environmental noise or sound pollution - is (1) ______ issue related to
human beings and the environment. It may have an (2) ______ on general health. Compressors, generators and pipe handling are the (3)
______ of noise. Long-term (4) ______ to noise can (5) ______ a variety of health hazards.

Select the most appropriate option to fill in blank no. 4.

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SSC MTS 20th July 2022 Shift-3

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closure

exposure

safety

vicinity

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Explanation:

- Let's go through the passage and understand the suitable word choices.

- Initial text mentions the negative effects of noise, highlighting it as a serious issue.

- The sources of noise pollution like compressors and generators are noted, implying proximity is a factor.

- The passage then focuses on the __impact__ of noise on health.

- 1. "closure": Generally refers to the act of closing something. Doesn't relate to the context of noise exposure.

- 2. "exposure": Describes being open to something harmful like noise. ??Correct choice given the context of noise related health issues.

- 3. "safety": Typically refers to being protected from danger. Not relevant in the context of being subjected to noise.

- 4. "vicinity": Means being close or near, which isn't applicable for the phrase requiring the idea of being 'exposed'.

Answer: "exposure"

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