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1041
CAT 1997 | Question: 59
Read the passages given below carefully and answer the questions that follow: Many surprises lie in store for an academic who strays into the real world. The first such surprise to come my way during a stint as a university ... private parties Contracting out maintenance of assets to less efficient private parties Painless and quick execution of all white elephants.
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CAT 1997 | Question: 58
Read the passages given below carefully and answer the questions that follow: Many surprises lie in store for an academic who strays into the real world. The first such surprise to come my way during a stint as a university administrator related to ... is referring to the issue of: VIP housing VIP security Out of turn allotment of housing to VIPs. Unproductive public assets.
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CAT 1997 | Question: 57
Read the passages given below carefully and answer the questions that follow: Many surprises lie in store for an academic who strays into the real world. The first such surprise to come my way during a stint as a university ... the country's budget deficit Accommodation and the country's budget deficit Accommodation, transportation, and the country's budget deficit
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CAT 1997 | Question: 56
Read the passages given below carefully and answer the questions that follow: Many surprises lie in store for an academic who strays into the real world. The first such surprise to come my way during a stint as a university administrator related to the ... Create a surplus of $\text{Rs.} 120$ billion for the Municipal Committee. Enhance the greenery of the inner city.
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CAT 1997 | Question: 64
Read the passages given below carefully and answer the questions that follow: When talk turns to how India has done for itself in $50$ years of independence, the world has nothing but praise for our success in remaining a democracy. On ... world would have moved even farther ahead. The writer ends the passage on a note of: Cautious optimism Pessimism Optimism Pragmatism
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CAT 1997 | Question: 63
Read the passages given below carefully and answer the questions that follow: When talk turns to how India has done for itself in $50$ years of independence, the world has nothing but praise for our success in remaining a democracy. On ... markets. Pressure from the domestic market Foreign exchange bankruptcy and paucity of funds with the government. All of the above.
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CAT 1997 | Question: 62
Read the passages given below carefully and answer the questions that follow: When talk turns to how India has done for itself in $50$ years of independence, the world has nothing but praise for our success in remaining a democracy ... . The issue of competition was nonexistent. The government looked upon its industrialists as crooks The attitude was a conundrum.
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CAT 1997 | Question: 61
Read the passages given below carefully and answer the questions that follow: When talk turns to how India has done for itself in $50$ years of independence, the world has nothing but praise for our success in remaining a democracy. On ... , the world would have moved even farther ahead. The writer's attitude towards the government is: Critical Ironical Sarcastic Derisive
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CAT 1997 | Question: 69
Read the passages given below carefully and answer the questions that follow. When talk turns to how India has done for itself in $50$ years of independence, the world has nothing but praise for our success in remaining a democracy. ... in the international market. India's lack of credibility in the international market. India's disrepute in the international market
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CAT 1997 | Question: 68
Read the passages given below carefully and answer the questions that follow. When talk turns to how India has done for itself in $50$ years of independence, the world has nothing but praise for our success in remaining a ... of the government's protectionist policy was: Encouragement of imports. Discouragement of exports. Encouragement of exports. Discouragement of imports
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CAT 1997 | Question: 67
Read the passages given below carefully and answer the questions that follow. When talk turns to how India has done for itself in $50$ years of independence, the world has nothing but praise for our success in remaining a democracy. ... ahead. The major reason for India's poor performance is: Economic isolationism Economic mismanagement Inefficient industry All of the above.
Read the passages given below carefully and answer the questions that follow.When talk turns to how India has done for itself in $50$ years of independence, the world has...
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1052
CAT 1997 | Question: 66
Read the passages given below carefully and answer the questions that follow. When talk turns to how India has done for itself in $50$ years of independence, the world has nothing but praise for our success in remaining a democracy. On other fronts, the ... an English speaking populace and good business sense. It had enough wealth through its exports Both (a) and (b) above.
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1053
CAT 1997 | Question: 74
Read the passages given below carefully and answer the questions that follow: The new form of direct marketing is a big step up from today's crude version. But it is also in some ways a step backwards. The first direct marketers were trusted ... all right. It has made goods cheaper because of economies of scale. It enabled manufacturers to produce goods in large quantities.
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CAT 1997 | Question: 73
Read the passages given below carefully and answer the questions that follow: The new form of direct marketing is a big step up from today's crude version. But it is also in some ways a step backwards. The first direct marketers were ... It began to be looked down upon Large quantities could be sold through mass advertising It became less fashionable because of chain stores
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CAT 1997 | Question: 72
Read the passages given below carefully and answer the questions that follow: The new form of direct marketing is a big step up from today's crude version. But it is also in some ways a step backwards. The first direct marketers were ... shopkeepers were trying to do earlier It wants to learn traditional thinking and knowledge. It is breaking away from mass advertising.
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1056
CAT 1997 | Question: 71
Read the passages given below carefully and answer the questions that follow: The new form of direct marketing is a big step up from today's crude version. But it is also in some ways a step backwards. The first direct marketers were trusted, local ... is unlike the shopkeepers of the past. It is a crude method to sell things. It is not sophisticated as mass marketing.
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CAT 1997 | Question: 79
Read the passages given below carefully and answer the questions that follow: The new form of direct marketing is a big step up from today's crude version. But it is also in some ways a step backwards. The first direct marketers were ... as mass marketing Consumer data are sold too freely Data are bought from list brokers Nobody bothered to update the data collected
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CAT 1997 | Question: 78
Read the passages given below carefully and answer the questions that follow: The new form of direct marketing is a big step up from today's crude version. But it is also in some ways a step backwards. The first direct marketers were trusted, local shopkeepers. Compared with today' ... is expected to be: Between $5.5$ to $7\%$ More than $7\%$ Less than $5.5\%$ Cannot say
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CAT 1997 | Question: 77
Read the passages given below carefully and answer the questions that follow: The new form of direct marketing is a big step up from today's crude version. But it is also in some ways a step backwards. The first direct marketers were trusted, local shopkeepers. ... Its low costs High cost of advertising Fragmentation of the media I and II I and III II and III I, II and III
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1060
CAT 1997 | Question: 76
Read the passages given below carefully and answer the questions that follow: The new form of direct marketing is a big step up from today's crude version. But it is also in some ways a step backwards. The first direct marketers were ... making it more targeted and personalised. By trying to learn what customers like. By soliciting feedback through telephone and e-mail.
Read the passages given below carefully and answer the questions that follow:The new form of direct marketing is a big step up from today’s crude version. But it is als...
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1061
CAT 1997 | Question: 84
Read the passages given below carefully and answer the questions that follow: leadership is the art of persuading your people to follow your bidding, without their realising your involvement, the archetype of its practice is N. R. Narayana Murthy, the chairman ... crisis. Murthy's ability to turn failure into success. Murthy's potential to handle a crisis. All of the above.
Read the passages given below carefully and answer the questions that follow:leadership is the art of persuading your people to follow your bidding, without their realisi...
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CAT 1997 | Question: 83
Read the passages given below carefully and answer the questions that follow: leadership is the art of persuading your people to follow your bidding, without their realising your involvement, the archetype of its practice is N. R. Narayana ... through learning. Betterment of man through ethical creation of wealth. Betterment of man through experimentation. All of the above
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CAT 1997 | Question: 82
Read the passages given below carefully and answer the questions that follow: leadership is the art of persuading your people to follow your bidding, without their realising your involvement, the archetype of its practice is N. R. Narayana Murthy, the ... . Hierarchy does not have pride of place in the company. Popular opinion is the most respected voice in the company.
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CAT 1997 | Question: 81
Read the passages given below carefully and answer the questions that follow: Of the greatest leaders, it is said by his followers, long after he has gone, he made us do it. If leadership is the art of persuading your people to follow your bidding, without ... stock options. By giving extravagant bonus at the end of each year. Both a) and b) above. None of the above.
Read the passages given below carefully and answer the questions that follow:Of the greatest leaders, it is said by his followers, long after he has gone, he made us do i...
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CAT 1997 | Question: 94
Read the passages given below carefully and answer the questions that follow: Water plays a versatile role in the functioning of the biosphere. The water cycle has two distinct branches - the atmospheric branch and the terrestrial branch. ... in the Himalayan region would also help flood control measures. The author's attitude is Cynical Critical Constructive Conservative
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CAT 1997 | Question: 93
Read the passages given below carefully and answer the questions that follow: Water plays a versatile role in the functioning of the biosphere. The water cycle has two distinct branches - the atmospheric branch and the terrestrial branch. In ... trapping the silt coming from in hills Store water for power generation Store water for irrigation Store water for navigation
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CAT 1997 | Question: 92
Read the passages given below carefully and answer the questions that follow: Water plays a versatile role in the functioning of the biosphere. The water cycle has two distinct branches - the atmospheric branch and the terrestrial branch ... The last five decades' efforts at studying the Himalayan environment. Emphasis On Building Dams Inadequate flood warning system
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CAT 1997 | Question: 91
Read the passages given below carefully and answer the questions that follow: Water plays a versatile role in the functioning of the biosphere. The water cycle has two distinct branches - the atmospheric branch and the terrestrial ... of flood moderation reservoirs across catchment areas of rivers. Building embankments Laying drainage channels Planting more area with trees
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CAT 1997 | Question: 89
Read the passages given below carefully and answer the questions that follow. leadership is the art of persuading your people to follow your bidding, without their realising your involvement, the archetype of its practice is N. R. ... management system is: The employee as god. Optimum utilisation of human potential. Customer satisfaction. Satisfaction of personal needs.
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CAT 1997 | Question: 88
Read the passages given below carefully and answer the questions that follow. leadership is the art of persuading your people to follow your bidding, without their realising your involvement, the archetype of its practice is N. R. Narayana Murthy, the ... not become aggressive. Infosys may have to become more aggressive in order to retain its market. None of the above.
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CAT 1997 | Question: 87
Read the passages given below carefully and answer the questions that follow. leadership is the art of persuading your people to follow your bidding, without their realising your involvement, the archetype of its practice is N. R. Narayana Murthy, the ... shouldn't. Openness at Infosys includes: The payment of taxes. Giving complete information. Sharing secrets. Both A and B
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CAT 1997 | Question: 86
Read the passages given below carefully and answer the questions that follow. leadership is the art of persuading your people to follow your bidding, without their realising your involvement, the archetype of its practice is N. R. ... it worked backwards. Working backwards contributed to Infosys' success. Working backwards is the hallmark of Infosys' functioning today.
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CAT 1997 | Question: 99
Read the passages given below carefully and answer the questions that follow. Water plays a versatile role in the functioning of the biosphere. The water cycle has two distinct branches - the atmospheric branch and the terrestrial branch. ... the drainage channels Desilting of reservoirs built across the catchment areas of rivers Desilting of river beds Embankments are weak
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CAT 1997 | Question: 98
Read the passages given below carefully and answer the questions that follow. Water plays a versatile role in the functioning of the biosphere. The water cycle has two distinct branches - the atmospheric branch and the terrestrial branch. In ... up The reservoirs built across the catchment areas of rivers should be desilted A flood forecasting system should be established
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CAT 1997 | Question: 97
Read the passages given below carefully and answer the questions that follow. Water plays a versatile role in the functioning of the biosphere. The water cycle has two distinct branches - the atmospheric branch and the terrestrial branch. ... reservoirs in catchment areas of rivers Inadequate length of drainage channels Lack of knowledge of snow melt and glacier discharges
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CAT 1997 | Question: 96
Read the passages given below carefully and answer the questions that follow. Water plays a versatile role in the functioning of the biosphere. The water cycle has two distinct branches - the atmospheric branch and the terrestrial branch. In the atmosphere, water exists ... in atmosphere in the same state as is available on the earth. I only II only III only I & II only
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CAT 1997 | Question: 100
Read the passages given below carefully and answer the questions that follow. Water plays a versatile role in the functioning of the biosphere. The water cycle has two distinct branches - the atmospheric branch and the terrestrial branch. In ... across catchment areas of rivers have not been built Embankments have not been built Drainage channels have not been laid
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CAT 1997 | Question: 95
Read the passages given below carefully and answer the questions that follow: Water plays a versatile role in the functioning of the biosphere. The water cycle has two distinct branches - the atmospheric branch and the terrestrial branch. In the ... author seems to favour: Traditional methods Afforestration Soil conservation measures I only II only III only I & II only
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CAT 1997 | Question: 90
Read the passages given below carefully and answer the questions that follow: leadership is the art of persuading your people to follow your bidding, without their realising your involvement, the archetype of its practice is N. R. Narayana Murthy, the ... brings the best out in Murthy. Infosys and Murthy are synonymous. Murthy the man and Murthy the CEO are incompatible.
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CAT 1997 | Question: 85
Read the passages given below carefully and answer the questions that follow: leadership is the art of persuading your people to follow your bidding, without their realising your involvement, the archetype of its practice is N. R. Narayana Murthy, the chairman and ... is: A process The art of amassing data A process that helps him to learn from failure. All of the above.
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