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GATE 2026 Chemical Engineering, Q1 · General Aptitude

The correct answer is A, exaggerates; engenders.

Question

"He often _____ the numbers. False claims are not going to help. Honesty _____ trust", said the manager. Choose the option with the correct order of words to fill the blanks.

  • A. exaggerates; engenders
  • B. excels; encourages
  • C. aggravates; alleviates
  • D. diminishes; eliminates

Official answer: exaggerates; engenders

Why

GATE 2026 official key: (A). "Exaggerates" fits inflating the numbers; "engenders" (= creates) fits "Honesty engenders trust".

Explanation cross-checked for consistency. Final answer matches the official IIT answer key.