In which of the following options is there a spelling error? 1. Fourth day 2. The enemy 3. Liability 4. Gave points.

Appeared in: DSSSB 6 September 2024

Explanation

While the English word 'Liability' is spelled correctly, this question likely originates from a Hindi language context where spelling is tested.
The Hindi word for 'Liability' is 'दायित्व' (Dayitva).
A very common error is to misspell this word as 'दायित्त्व' (Dayittva), using an unnecessary conjunct consonant.
This specific type of error is a frequent topic in spelling sections of competitive exams in India.
Therefore, 'Liability' is the intended answer, pointing to the error in its commonly misspelled Hindi counterpart.

Option A: The phrase 'Fourth day' is spelled correctly in English. Its Hindi translation, 'चौथा दिन' (Chautha din), does not have a common spelling error pattern that is typically tested.
Option B: The phrase 'The enemy' is spelled correctly in English. Its Hindi translation, 'दुश्मन' (Dushman), is straightforward and not typically a source of common spelling mistakes.
Option D: The phrase 'Gave points' is spelled correctly in English. Its Hindi translation, 'अंक दिए' (Ank diye), is also simple and not a common subject for spelling error questions.

Clinical Relevance

Nursing practice connection: This is primarily an exam-oriented knowledge point with limited direct bedside application, so retain Identifying spelling errors, potentially in a translated context from Hindi to English as background academic context rather than a clinical decision trigger.
This question tests general aptitude and language skills, not clinical knowledge.
Exam Strategy: For language questions where all options appear correct, consider the possibility of a translation artifact from a source language like Hindi, where certain words have common spelling traps.
Attention to Detail: This skill is transferable to clinical practice, where correctly interpreting words and abbreviations (e.g., 'morphine sulfate' vs. 'magnesium sulfate') is critical for patient safety.

How to Approach the Question

First, carefully read each option to check for any obvious spelling mistakes in English.
Observe that all four options ('Fourth day', 'The enemy', 'Liability', 'Gave points') are spelled correctly in English.
Recognize that this might be a trick question or one with a hidden context, common in general intelligence sections of exams.
Consider the possibility that the question was translated from another language, such as Hindi. Think about which of the translated words might have a common spelling error in the original language.
Recall or deduce that 'दायित्व' (Dayitva), the Hindi word for 'Liability', is frequently misspelled as 'दायित्त्व'. This is a classic spelling trap.
Conclude that 'Liability' is the intended answer based on the high probability of error in its Hindi original.

Concept Tested & Keywords

Concept Tested: Identifying spelling errors, potentially in a translated context from Hindi to English.
Stem keywords: spelling error, options
Lead-in keywords: In which

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