Consider the following:
1. Leopards are heavier than cheetahs.
2. Leopards can not roar but cheetahs can.
3. Cheetahs have black 'tear lines' that run from the inner corners of their eyes to their mouths, which are absent in leopards.

Which of the statements given above are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

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Consider the following:
1. Leopards are heavier than cheetahs.
2. Leopards can not roar but cheetahs can.
3. Cheetahs have black 'tear lines' that run from the inner corners of their eyes to their mouths, which are absent in leopards.

Which of the statements given above are correct?
(a) 1 and 2 only
(b) 2 and 3 only
(c) 1 and 3 only
(d) 1, 2 and 3

ONLiNE UPSC · Accepted Answer

Statement 1 is correct: Leopards are heavier than cheetahs. Adult leopards typically weigh between 60-90 kg, while cheetahs usually weigh between 40-65 kg.

Statement 2 is not correct: Leopards, like all big cats in the Panthera genus (including lions and tigers), can roar. Cheetahs, however, cannot roar; they make chirping or purring sounds but lack the ability to roar.

Statement 3 is correct: Cheetahs are known for their distinctive black "tear marks" on their faces, which help reduce glare from the sun. Leopards do not have these marks.

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Consider the following: 1. Leopards are heavier than cheetahs. 2. Leopards can not roar but cheetahs can. 3. Cheetahs have black 'tear lines' that run from the inner corners of their eyes to their mouths, which are absent in leopards. Which of the statements given above are correct? (a) 1 and 2 only (b) 2 and 3 only (c) 1 and 3 only (d) 1, 2 and 3