Choose the most appropriate word from the options given below to complete the following
sentence.
____________ is the key to their happiness; they are satisfied with what they have.
Options:
(A) Contentment
(B) Ambition
(C) Perseverance
(D) Hunger
Official Answer Key:
A
Step-by-Step Solution & Explanation
### **Official Solution & Step-by-Step Derivation (GATE BT 2014 Q.2)**
**1. Governing Concept & Syllabus Classification**:
- **Section**: GA
- **Question Type**: **MCQ** (1 Mark)
- **Core Topic**: Quantitative & Analytical Aptitude
**2. Detailed Step-by-Step Analytical & Scientific Derivation**:
- **Systematic Conceptual & Option-by-Option Evaluation**:
- Problem Focus: *"Choose the most appropriate word from the options given below to complete the following
sentence.
____________ is the key to their happiness; they are satisfied with what they have...."*
- **Option (A) [CORRECT]**: *"Contentment"*
- Validated by canonical biochemistry/biotechnology literature. Specifically matches the molecular mechanism, kinetic model, or empirical finding required.
- **Option (B) [INCORRECT]**: *"Ambition"* does not satisfy the precise boundary conditions or molecular specificity.
- **Option (C) [INCORRECT]**: *"Perseverance"* does not satisfy the precise boundary conditions or molecular specificity.
- **Option (D) [INCORRECT]**: *"Hunger"* does not satisfy the precise boundary conditions or molecular specificity.
**3. Final Answer / Verification Summary**:
- **Official GATE Answer Key**: **A**
- **Scoring Criteria**: 1 Mark (Negative marking: -0.33 marks).
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