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In this question, the first and last sentences of paragraph are numbered as S1 and S6. The rest of the paragraph is split into four parts and named P, Q, R and S. These four parts are not given in their proper order. Read the sentence and find out which of the four combinations is correct. S1. Snakes are the most feared of all reptiles. P. Superstition and ignorance prevents proper treatment. Q. It is also beneficial to man. R. Snake is not a source of fear and harm. S. Many people are killed by snakes in India and all over the world. S6. Medicines are made from its poison. The proper Sequence should be
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Correct answer: SRQP
Explanation: Context: This is a paragraph rearrangement question. Logical order connects the danger of snakes → deaths → benefits → superstition. Given sentences: S1. Snakes are the most feared of all reptiles. P. Superstition and ignorance prevents proper treatment. Q. It is also beneficial to man. R. Snake is not a source of fear and harm. S. Many people are killed by snakes in India and all over the world. S6. Medicines are made from its poison. Correct Order: S → R → Q → P Explanation: The paragraph begins with fear, moves to harmless nature, usefulness, and ends with superstition and treatment. 1. PRSQ ❌ – breaks logic. 2. QRSP ❌ – incorrect flow. 3. SPRQ ❌ – sequence mismatch. 4. SRQP ✅ – correct sequence. Correct Sentence/Example Sentence: Snakes are feared reptiles, but not always harmful; they are useful to man, though superstition prevents proper treatment.