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It has been reported in recent years that a very large number of seats in engineering colleges in the country remain vacant at the end of the admission session. Which of the following may be the probable cause of the above effect?

1. There has been a considerable decrease in hiring of engineering graduates due to economic slowdown in recent years
2. Students have always preferred to complete graduation in three years instead of four years for engineering
3. The Government has recently decided to provide post-qualification professional training to all engineering graduates at its own cost
4. There has always been a very poor success rate among engineering students

Correct answer: There has been a considerable decrease in hiring of engineering graduates due to economic slowdown in recent years

Solution

If hiring of engineering graduates falls due to an economic slowdown, students are less likely to choose engineering courses, leaving seats vacant. The other options do not logically explain a recent rise in vacant seats.

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