Scientists postulate that the magic particle exists. : IncorrectScientists postulate that the magic particle exist. : Correct
A subjunctive mood construction - (subject + bossy verb + that + base form of verb)
Monday-to-Friday: Concept-building + PracticeSaturday: Re-attempt incorrectly answered questions + ConsolidateSunday: A full-length test with proper analysis
The mind-map-strategy for RCs
1.Skim through the first paragraph.Take your eyes off the screen.
2. Ask yourself the paragraph's "purpose" .Purpose is always very, very brief.Avoid paraphrasing the details.
3. Skim through the next paragraph.Take your eyes off.Ask yourself the paragraph's "purpose".Link the purpose of the first paragraph with that of the second.
4. Keep repeating Step 3 for all the subsequent paragraphs.
Understanding the "intended meaning" is the key to solving SC questions.
"Do so" is the correct usage when "so" refers to an action."Do it" is the correct usage when "it" refers to a noun.
As "do" generally refers to actions, "do so" is more often correct than "do it".
In DS, an answer is achieved only when the answer is "consistent".
Q. Is X a multiple of 24?(1) X is a multiple of 6.(2) X is a multiple of 4.
X = 24 satisfies both (1) and (2), leads to "Yes".X = 12 satisfies both (1) and (2), leads to "No"."Inconsistent". Hence, insufficient. Answer is E.
Semicolons are used for joining two independent clausesAmy sings; she enjoys it. - Correct!
Don't leave mocks for the end- it's a common mistake.Take a mock every week.
Practice RCs, everyday!The skill will help you in all sections and question types!!
Do not chase "tricks/tips/shortcuts". Chase "concepts"!
Do not chase "scores"; chase "learning". Scores will follow.
Spot the error: Teacher taught that the Earth revolved around the sun.
"revolved" is not correct. It must be "revolves".(Universal truths are always conveyed in simple present tense).
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