Ohio Civil Service Exam Vocabulary and Word Meaning 2

Question 1

The word 'mitigate' most nearly means:

Accepted Answer

Lessen the severity or impact of

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Increase in severity

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Eliminate completely

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Shift responsibility for

Question 2

Which word means an official order or requirement issued by an authority?

Accepted Answer

Mandate

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Suggestion

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Appeal

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Opinion

Question 3

The word 'implement' most nearly means:

Accepted Answer

Put into effect or action

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Plan in theory

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Delay until further notice

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Cancel due to lack of funding

Question 4

Which word means a difference or inconsistency between two sets of information?

Accepted Answer

Discrepancy

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Agreement

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Pattern

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Similarity

Question 5

The word 'expedite' most nearly means:

Accepted Answer

Speed up the process of

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Slow down deliberately

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Cancel a planned action

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Review carefully before proceeding

Question 6

Which word means to act in accordance with established rules, laws, or requirements?

Accepted Answer

Comply

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Refuse

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Evade

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Appeal

Question 7

The word 'jurisdiction' most nearly means:

Accepted Answer

The authority to govern or make decisions in a particular area

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A formal legal complaint filed in court

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A type of binding government contract

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An elected official in local government