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The following sentences form a paragraph. They are numbered a P, Q, R and S. These four parts are not given in their proper order. Read the sentences and choose the alternative that arranges them in a correct order. P. The flower grows in murky waters and rises on a long stalk above the surface to bloom glorious. Q. It is a beautiful flower which symbolizes divinity, fertility, wealth, knowledge and enlightenment R. Lotus flower is found only in two colours that are pink and white. S. According to Hindu mythology Lotus is made as a seat of the Goddess of wealth - Lakshmi.

The following sentences form a paragraph. They are numbered a P, Q, R and S. These four parts are not given in their proper order. Read the sentences and choose the alternative that arranges them in a correct order. P. The flower grows in murky waters and rises on a long stalk above the surface to bloom glorious. Q. It is a beautiful flower which symbolizes divinity, fertility, wealth, knowledge and enlightenment R. Lotus flower is found only in two colours that are pink and white. S. According to Hindu mythology Lotus is made as a seat of the Goddess of wealth - Lakshmi. Correct Answer RPQS

P cannot be the first sentence as it refers to the flower meaning the type of flower has been introduced in a preceding sentence. Thus, we can eliminate options 2 and 4. Based on similar reasons, we can eliminate option 3 as well because Q cannot be the introductory sentence.

So, we are left with option 1 which is the correct answer.

TIP – Here, we have used a simple technique to find out the answer: Method of elimination. Instead of solving the question and spending the time to derive the answer, we can eliminate the options which are definitely incorrect to find the correct option. This saves time while attempting the exam.

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