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January 03 2024 Current Affairs MCQs
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[Quiz] Daily Current Affairs MCQs – January 03 2024
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Question 1 of 7
1. Question
Q1. {A&C – Religion} Consider the following statements:
- Sarnaism is a tribal-religious practice largely followed by the indigenous communities of India such as the Munda, Oraon, Kharia, and Santhal tribes.
- Though followers of Sarna Religion disregard Caste System, they are a firm believer in Heaven and Hell.
- Festivals of Sarna followers are Unique and Patriarchal in Nature.
- Establishing a separate religious code requires the enactment of legislation passed by the Lok Sabha with a Special Majority.
How many of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Correct
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct
- The term ‘Sarna’ is derived from the Mundari language, specifically the word ‘Sar‘ which means a grove of Sal trees.
- Sarna, also known as “Sarnaism” or “Adi Dharam”, is a tribal-religious practice largely followed by the indigenous (Adivasi) communities of India such as the Munda, Oraon, Kharia, and Santhal tribes.
Statement 2 is incorrect
- The followers of Sarna Religion don’t believe in Idol Worship. They disregard practices like Untouchability and don’t believe in the concept of Heaven and Hell.
- They worship in sacred groves often having designated trees or groves that they consider holy. These sacred groves are known as Sarna Sthal or Jaher.
- The core tenet of the ‘Sarna’ faith revolves around “Jal, Jungle and Zameen.”
Statement 3 is incorrect
- Their festivals are inclusive and gender-neutral and promote peaceful coexistence with nature.
- Their festivals and rituals revolve around the agricultural calendar and the cycles of nature.
Statement 4 is incorrect
- Establishing a separate religious code requires the enactment of legislation passed by both the Houses of Parliament.
Answer: (a) Only one; Difficulty Level: Medium
Incorrect
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct
- The term ‘Sarna’ is derived from the Mundari language, specifically the word ‘Sar‘ which means a grove of Sal trees.
- Sarna, also known as “Sarnaism” or “Adi Dharam”, is a tribal-religious practice largely followed by the indigenous (Adivasi) communities of India such as the Munda, Oraon, Kharia, and Santhal tribes.
Statement 2 is incorrect
- The followers of Sarna Religion don’t believe in Idol Worship. They disregard practices like Untouchability and don’t believe in the concept of Heaven and Hell.
- They worship in sacred groves often having designated trees or groves that they consider holy. These sacred groves are known as Sarna Sthal or Jaher.
- The core tenet of the ‘Sarna’ faith revolves around “Jal, Jungle and Zameen.”
Statement 3 is incorrect
- Their festivals are inclusive and gender-neutral and promote peaceful coexistence with nature.
- Their festivals and rituals revolve around the agricultural calendar and the cycles of nature.
Statement 4 is incorrect
- Establishing a separate religious code requires the enactment of legislation passed by both the Houses of Parliament.
Answer: (a) Only one; Difficulty Level: Medium
Unattempted
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct
- The term ‘Sarna’ is derived from the Mundari language, specifically the word ‘Sar‘ which means a grove of Sal trees.
- Sarna, also known as “Sarnaism” or “Adi Dharam”, is a tribal-religious practice largely followed by the indigenous (Adivasi) communities of India such as the Munda, Oraon, Kharia, and Santhal tribes.
Statement 2 is incorrect
- The followers of Sarna Religion don’t believe in Idol Worship. They disregard practices like Untouchability and don’t believe in the concept of Heaven and Hell.
- They worship in sacred groves often having designated trees or groves that they consider holy. These sacred groves are known as Sarna Sthal or Jaher.
- The core tenet of the ‘Sarna’ faith revolves around “Jal, Jungle and Zameen.”
Statement 3 is incorrect
- Their festivals are inclusive and gender-neutral and promote peaceful coexistence with nature.
- Their festivals and rituals revolve around the agricultural calendar and the cycles of nature.
Statement 4 is incorrect
- Establishing a separate religious code requires the enactment of legislation passed by both the Houses of Parliament.
Answer: (a) Only one; Difficulty Level: Medium
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Question 2 of 7
2. Question
Q2. {S&T – AI} Consider the following statements with respect to Psychoanalysis:
- It is a method of treating mental disorders, shaped by psychoanalytic theory, which emphasizes unconscious mental processes.
- It was coined by Sigmund Freud.
- It was the first modern Western system of psychotherapy.
How many of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Correct
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct
- Psychoanalysis is a method of treating mental disorders, shaped by psychoanalytic theory, which emphasizes unconscious mental processes.
- The unconscious is conceptually central to psychoanalytic theory.
Statement 2 is correct
- The term ‘Psychoanalysis’ was coined by the Viennese psychiatrist Sigmund Freud.
- He developed psychoanalysis as a treatment modality for people presenting with symptoms that other physicians were unable to treat.
- Freud considered dreams to be forms of wish fulfilment and believed interpreting them to be central to psychoanalysis.
Statement 3 is correct
- Psychotherapy began with the practice of psychoanalysis, the “talking cure” developed by Sigmund Freud. Soon afterwards, theorists such as Alfred Adler and Carl Jung began to introduce new conceptions about psychological functioning and change. These and many other theorists helped to develop the general orientation now called psychodynamic therapy, which includes the various therapies based on Freud’s essential principle of making the unconscious conscious.
- Hence, it was the first modern Western system of psychotherapy.
Answer: (c) All; Difficulty Level: Medium
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Explanation
Statement 1 is correct
- Psychoanalysis is a method of treating mental disorders, shaped by psychoanalytic theory, which emphasizes unconscious mental processes.
- The unconscious is conceptually central to psychoanalytic theory.
Statement 2 is correct
- The term ‘Psychoanalysis’ was coined by the Viennese psychiatrist Sigmund Freud.
- He developed psychoanalysis as a treatment modality for people presenting with symptoms that other physicians were unable to treat.
- Freud considered dreams to be forms of wish fulfilment and believed interpreting them to be central to psychoanalysis.
Statement 3 is correct
- Psychotherapy began with the practice of psychoanalysis, the “talking cure” developed by Sigmund Freud. Soon afterwards, theorists such as Alfred Adler and Carl Jung began to introduce new conceptions about psychological functioning and change. These and many other theorists helped to develop the general orientation now called psychodynamic therapy, which includes the various therapies based on Freud’s essential principle of making the unconscious conscious.
- Hence, it was the first modern Western system of psychotherapy.
Answer: (c) All; Difficulty Level: Medium
Unattempted
Explanation
Statement 1 is correct
- Psychoanalysis is a method of treating mental disorders, shaped by psychoanalytic theory, which emphasizes unconscious mental processes.
- The unconscious is conceptually central to psychoanalytic theory.
Statement 2 is correct
- The term ‘Psychoanalysis’ was coined by the Viennese psychiatrist Sigmund Freud.
- He developed psychoanalysis as a treatment modality for people presenting with symptoms that other physicians were unable to treat.
- Freud considered dreams to be forms of wish fulfilment and believed interpreting them to be central to psychoanalysis.
Statement 3 is correct
- Psychotherapy began with the practice of psychoanalysis, the “talking cure” developed by Sigmund Freud. Soon afterwards, theorists such as Alfred Adler and Carl Jung began to introduce new conceptions about psychological functioning and change. These and many other theorists helped to develop the general orientation now called psychodynamic therapy, which includes the various therapies based on Freud’s essential principle of making the unconscious conscious.
- Hence, it was the first modern Western system of psychotherapy.
Answer: (c) All; Difficulty Level: Medium
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Question 3 of 7
3. Question
Q3. {S&T – Space} Consider the following statements with respect to Square Kilometer Array Observatory (SKAO):
- It is a single telescope installed in radio-quiet region of Australia.
- SKAO will observe and map galaxies at the edge of the observable universe.
- Radio Telescopes can reveal areas of space that may be obscured by cosmic dust.
- India is not a party.
How many of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Correct
Explanation
Statement 1 is incorrect
- The Square Kilometer Array (SKA) is an international project to build the world’s largest radio telescope.
- The SKAO is not a single telescope but an array of thousands of antennas, to be installed in remote radio-quiet locations in South Africa and Australia.
- It will operate as one large unit meant to observe and study celestial phenomena.
Statement 2 is correct
- The SKAO is a next-generation radio astronomy-driven Big Data facility that will revolutionise our understanding of the Universe and the laws of fundamental physics.
- Its Mission is to build and operate cutting-edge radio telescopes to transform our understanding of the Universe and deliver benefits to society through global collaboration and innovation.
Statement 3 is correct
- Unlike optical telescopes, radio telescopes can detect invisible gas and, therefore, they can reveal areas of space that may be obscured by cosmic dust.
Statement 4 is incorrect
- Countries must sign, and ratify, the SKAO convention to formally become members.
- India, through the Pune-based National Centre for Radio Astrophysics (NCRA) and some other institutions, has been involved in the development of SKA since its inception in the 1990s.
- India’s main contribution to the SKA is in the development, and operation, of the Telescope Manager element, the “neural network” or the software that will make the telescope work.
Answer: (b) Only two ; Difficulty: Medium
Incorrect
Explanation
Statement 1 is incorrect
- The Square Kilometer Array (SKA) is an international project to build the world’s largest radio telescope.
- The SKAO is not a single telescope but an array of thousands of antennas, to be installed in remote radio-quiet locations in South Africa and Australia.
- It will operate as one large unit meant to observe and study celestial phenomena.
Statement 2 is correct
- The SKAO is a next-generation radio astronomy-driven Big Data facility that will revolutionise our understanding of the Universe and the laws of fundamental physics.
- Its Mission is to build and operate cutting-edge radio telescopes to transform our understanding of the Universe and deliver benefits to society through global collaboration and innovation.
Statement 3 is correct
- Unlike optical telescopes, radio telescopes can detect invisible gas and, therefore, they can reveal areas of space that may be obscured by cosmic dust.
Statement 4 is incorrect
- Countries must sign, and ratify, the SKAO convention to formally become members.
- India, through the Pune-based National Centre for Radio Astrophysics (NCRA) and some other institutions, has been involved in the development of SKA since its inception in the 1990s.
- India’s main contribution to the SKA is in the development, and operation, of the Telescope Manager element, the “neural network” or the software that will make the telescope work.
Answer: (b) Only two ; Difficulty: Medium
Unattempted
Explanation
Statement 1 is incorrect
- The Square Kilometer Array (SKA) is an international project to build the world’s largest radio telescope.
- The SKAO is not a single telescope but an array of thousands of antennas, to be installed in remote radio-quiet locations in South Africa and Australia.
- It will operate as one large unit meant to observe and study celestial phenomena.
Statement 2 is correct
- The SKAO is a next-generation radio astronomy-driven Big Data facility that will revolutionise our understanding of the Universe and the laws of fundamental physics.
- Its Mission is to build and operate cutting-edge radio telescopes to transform our understanding of the Universe and deliver benefits to society through global collaboration and innovation.
Statement 3 is correct
- Unlike optical telescopes, radio telescopes can detect invisible gas and, therefore, they can reveal areas of space that may be obscured by cosmic dust.
Statement 4 is incorrect
- Countries must sign, and ratify, the SKAO convention to formally become members.
- India, through the Pune-based National Centre for Radio Astrophysics (NCRA) and some other institutions, has been involved in the development of SKA since its inception in the 1990s.
- India’s main contribution to the SKA is in the development, and operation, of the Telescope Manager element, the “neural network” or the software that will make the telescope work.
Answer: (b) Only two ; Difficulty: Medium
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Question 4 of 7
4. Question
Q4. {Geo – Mineral Resources} Consider the following statements about the Salton Sea:
- Salton Sea is a shallow, saline lake located in Australia.
- Its waters have no outlet to the ocean.
- It is a man-made geological depression tucked between mountain ranges and lying below sea level.
How many of the above statement(s) is/are incorrect?
Correct
Explanation
Statement 1 is incorrect
- The Salton Sea is a shallow, saline lake located in the California desert.
- The Sea was created in 1905 when water from the Colorado River spilled out of a poorly constructed California Development Company irrigation system and into a basin in the desert.
- The lake lies on the San Andreas Fault within the Salton Trough, which stretches to the Gulf of California in Mexico.
- The lake is bordered on the south by the rich agricultural areas of the Imperial Valley, on the west, by Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, and on the north by the Coachella Valley.
Statement 2 is correct
- It is an endorheic lake, meaning that its waters have no outlet to the ocean.
Statement 3 is correct
- The Sea was created in 1905 when water from the Colorado River spilled out of a poorly constructed California Development Company irrigation system and into a basin in the desert.
- The lake then expanded in size for several years until workers were able to put a stop to the flow.
- Subsequent deepening of the sink was stopped in 1907, when a line of protective levees was built.
- It is currently 228 feet below sea level.
- Scientists have discovered a massive lithium deposit beneath California’s Salton Sea, holding an estimated 18 million tons of lithium.
Answer: (a) Only one ; Difficulty Level: Medium
Incorrect
Explanation
Statement 1 is incorrect
- The Salton Sea is a shallow, saline lake located in the California desert.
- The Sea was created in 1905 when water from the Colorado River spilled out of a poorly constructed California Development Company irrigation system and into a basin in the desert.
- The lake lies on the San Andreas Fault within the Salton Trough, which stretches to the Gulf of California in Mexico.
- The lake is bordered on the south by the rich agricultural areas of the Imperial Valley, on the west, by Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, and on the north by the Coachella Valley.
Statement 2 is correct
- It is an endorheic lake, meaning that its waters have no outlet to the ocean.
Statement 3 is correct
- The Sea was created in 1905 when water from the Colorado River spilled out of a poorly constructed California Development Company irrigation system and into a basin in the desert.
- The lake then expanded in size for several years until workers were able to put a stop to the flow.
- Subsequent deepening of the sink was stopped in 1907, when a line of protective levees was built.
- It is currently 228 feet below sea level.
- Scientists have discovered a massive lithium deposit beneath California’s Salton Sea, holding an estimated 18 million tons of lithium.
Answer: (a) Only one ; Difficulty Level: Medium
Unattempted
Explanation
Statement 1 is incorrect
- The Salton Sea is a shallow, saline lake located in the California desert.
- The Sea was created in 1905 when water from the Colorado River spilled out of a poorly constructed California Development Company irrigation system and into a basin in the desert.
- The lake lies on the San Andreas Fault within the Salton Trough, which stretches to the Gulf of California in Mexico.
- The lake is bordered on the south by the rich agricultural areas of the Imperial Valley, on the west, by Anza-Borrego Desert State Park, and on the north by the Coachella Valley.
Statement 2 is correct
- It is an endorheic lake, meaning that its waters have no outlet to the ocean.
Statement 3 is correct
- The Sea was created in 1905 when water from the Colorado River spilled out of a poorly constructed California Development Company irrigation system and into a basin in the desert.
- The lake then expanded in size for several years until workers were able to put a stop to the flow.
- Subsequent deepening of the sink was stopped in 1907, when a line of protective levees was built.
- It is currently 228 feet below sea level.
- Scientists have discovered a massive lithium deposit beneath California’s Salton Sea, holding an estimated 18 million tons of lithium.
Answer: (a) Only one ; Difficulty Level: Medium
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Question 5 of 7
5. Question
Q5. {Polity – IC – Bodies} Consider the following statements about Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI):
- CBI director is appointed by the Delhi Special Police Establishment (DSPE) Act.
- CBI can Suo-moto investigate offenses in Delhi.
- Approval of the High Court to investigate a case does away with the need for consent from the state.
- In India, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) is the officially designated agency to publish, maintain and update the Red Corner Notices.
How many of the above statement(s) is/are correct?
Correct
Explanation
Statement 1 is incorrect
- Before the Lokpal Act was legislated, the CBI director was appointed by the DSPE Act.
- Now, the Lokpal Act governs the appointment of the CBI director.
- The Centre appoints the director based on the recommendation of a search committee comprising:
- Prime Minister as the chairperson
- CJI (or SC judge) and
- Leader of the Opposition.
Statement 2 is correct
- CBI can Suo-moto investigate offenses only in the Union Territories (including Delhi).
Statement 3 is correct
- Withdrawal of general consent means that the CBI will not be able to register any fresh case involving central government officials or private persons in a particular state without the prior permission of that state.
- Exceptions to General Consent
- Even on withdrawal of the General Consent, the CBI will continue to investigate cases in a state registered before the withdrawal of the consent.
- CBI would have the power to investigate cases registered in other states/UTs and involve people residing in the state that has withdrawn the consent.
- Approval of the High Court and Supreme Court to investigate a case does away with the need for consent from the state.
Statement 4 is correct
- Red Notices are published by INTERPOL at the request of a member country and must comply with INTERPOL’s Constitution and Rules.
- It is based on an arrest warrant or court order issued by the judicial authorities in the requesting country.
- INTERPOL has designated a National Central Bureau in all its 195 member countries as a single point of contact between law enforcement agencies of that member and INTERPOL.
- In India, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) is the officially designated agency to publish, maintain and update the Red Corner Notices.
Answer: (c) Only three; Difficulty Level: Medium
Incorrect
Explanation
Statement 1 is incorrect
- Before the Lokpal Act was legislated, the CBI director was appointed by the DSPE Act.
- Now, the Lokpal Act governs the appointment of the CBI director.
- The Centre appoints the director based on the recommendation of a search committee comprising:
- Prime Minister as the chairperson
- CJI (or SC judge) and
- Leader of the Opposition.
Statement 2 is correct
- CBI can Suo-moto investigate offenses only in the Union Territories (including Delhi).
Statement 3 is correct
- Withdrawal of general consent means that the CBI will not be able to register any fresh case involving central government officials or private persons in a particular state without the prior permission of that state.
- Exceptions to General Consent
- Even on withdrawal of the General Consent, the CBI will continue to investigate cases in a state registered before the withdrawal of the consent.
- CBI would have the power to investigate cases registered in other states/UTs and involve people residing in the state that has withdrawn the consent.
- Approval of the High Court and Supreme Court to investigate a case does away with the need for consent from the state.
Statement 4 is correct
- Red Notices are published by INTERPOL at the request of a member country and must comply with INTERPOL’s Constitution and Rules.
- It is based on an arrest warrant or court order issued by the judicial authorities in the requesting country.
- INTERPOL has designated a National Central Bureau in all its 195 member countries as a single point of contact between law enforcement agencies of that member and INTERPOL.
- In India, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) is the officially designated agency to publish, maintain and update the Red Corner Notices.
Answer: (c) Only three; Difficulty Level: Medium
Unattempted
Explanation
Statement 1 is incorrect
- Before the Lokpal Act was legislated, the CBI director was appointed by the DSPE Act.
- Now, the Lokpal Act governs the appointment of the CBI director.
- The Centre appoints the director based on the recommendation of a search committee comprising:
- Prime Minister as the chairperson
- CJI (or SC judge) and
- Leader of the Opposition.
Statement 2 is correct
- CBI can Suo-moto investigate offenses only in the Union Territories (including Delhi).
Statement 3 is correct
- Withdrawal of general consent means that the CBI will not be able to register any fresh case involving central government officials or private persons in a particular state without the prior permission of that state.
- Exceptions to General Consent
- Even on withdrawal of the General Consent, the CBI will continue to investigate cases in a state registered before the withdrawal of the consent.
- CBI would have the power to investigate cases registered in other states/UTs and involve people residing in the state that has withdrawn the consent.
- Approval of the High Court and Supreme Court to investigate a case does away with the need for consent from the state.
Statement 4 is correct
- Red Notices are published by INTERPOL at the request of a member country and must comply with INTERPOL’s Constitution and Rules.
- It is based on an arrest warrant or court order issued by the judicial authorities in the requesting country.
- INTERPOL has designated a National Central Bureau in all its 195 member countries as a single point of contact between law enforcement agencies of that member and INTERPOL.
- In India, the Central Bureau of Investigation (CBI) is the officially designated agency to publish, maintain and update the Red Corner Notices.
Answer: (c) Only three; Difficulty Level: Medium
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Question 6 of 7
6. Question
Q6. {Prelims – In News} Agatti Island, sometimes seen in news is located in?
Correct
Explanation
- Agatti Island is a 7.6 km long island, situated on a coral atoll called Agatti atoll in the UT of Lakshadweep, India. It is located west of the city of Kochi.
- Other famous islands of Lakshadweep: Minicoy Island, Kavaratti Island, Androth Island, Viringili Island etc.
- Largest island of Lakshadweep: Androth Island.
- Nearest channel: The nine-degree channel separates Minicoy Island (India) and Maldives.
Answer: (C) Lakshadweep; Difficulty Level: Easy
Incorrect
Explanation
- Agatti Island is a 7.6 km long island, situated on a coral atoll called Agatti atoll in the UT of Lakshadweep, India. It is located west of the city of Kochi.
- Other famous islands of Lakshadweep: Minicoy Island, Kavaratti Island, Androth Island, Viringili Island etc.
- Largest island of Lakshadweep: Androth Island.
- Nearest channel: The nine-degree channel separates Minicoy Island (India) and Maldives.
Answer: (C) Lakshadweep; Difficulty Level: Easy
Unattempted
Explanation
- Agatti Island is a 7.6 km long island, situated on a coral atoll called Agatti atoll in the UT of Lakshadweep, India. It is located west of the city of Kochi.
- Other famous islands of Lakshadweep: Minicoy Island, Kavaratti Island, Androth Island, Viringili Island etc.
- Largest island of Lakshadweep: Androth Island.
- Nearest channel: The nine-degree channel separates Minicoy Island (India) and Maldives.
Answer: (C) Lakshadweep; Difficulty Level: Easy
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Question 7 of 7
7. Question
Q7. {A&C – Architecture} Consider the following statements about Kanheri Caves:
- These Caves are located in Gujarat.
- These Caves were Important Learning Centres for Jains.
- Kanheri is a ticketed monument, protected by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI).
How many of the above statement(s) is/are Correct?
Correct
Explanation
Statement 1 is incorrect
- Kanheri Caves are deeply nestled in the forests of the Sanjay Gandhi National Park, Mumbai, Maharashtra.
Statement 2 is incorrect
- Carved out of a giant basalt rock that dates back to 1st Century BC, Kanheri Caves were used by the Buddhists to live and learn the scriptures etched on the walls in Brahmi and Devnagari.
Statement 3 is correct
- Kanheri, credited with the largest number of cave excavations on a single hill, is a ticketed monument protected by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI).
Answer: (a) Only one; Difficulty Level: Medium
Incorrect
Explanation
Statement 1 is incorrect
- Kanheri Caves are deeply nestled in the forests of the Sanjay Gandhi National Park, Mumbai, Maharashtra.
Statement 2 is incorrect
- Carved out of a giant basalt rock that dates back to 1st Century BC, Kanheri Caves were used by the Buddhists to live and learn the scriptures etched on the walls in Brahmi and Devnagari.
Statement 3 is correct
- Kanheri, credited with the largest number of cave excavations on a single hill, is a ticketed monument protected by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI).
Answer: (a) Only one; Difficulty Level: Medium
Unattempted
Explanation
Statement 1 is incorrect
- Kanheri Caves are deeply nestled in the forests of the Sanjay Gandhi National Park, Mumbai, Maharashtra.
Statement 2 is incorrect
- Carved out of a giant basalt rock that dates back to 1st Century BC, Kanheri Caves were used by the Buddhists to live and learn the scriptures etched on the walls in Brahmi and Devnagari.
Statement 3 is correct
- Kanheri, credited with the largest number of cave excavations on a single hill, is a ticketed monument protected by the Archaeological Survey of India (ASI).
Answer: (a) Only one; Difficulty Level: Medium
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