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Logical Reasoning :: Statement and Assumption

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In each question below is given a statement followed by two assumptions numbered I and II. You have to consider the statement and the following assumptions and decide which of the assumptions is implicit in the statement.

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  • (A) If only assumption I is implicit
  • (B) If only assumption II is implicit
  • (C) If either I or II is implicit
  • (D) If neither I nor II is implicit
  • (E) If both I and II are implicit.

  1. Statement: The government has set up a fact finding mission to look into the possible reasons for the recent violence in the area.

    Assumptions:

    1. The mission may be able to come up with credible information about the incidents.
    2. The people in the area may cooperate with the mission and come forward to give detailed information related to the incidents.

  2. A.
    Only assumption I is implicit
    B.
    Only assumption II is implicit
    C.
    Either I or II is implicit
    D.
    Neither I nor II is implicit
    E.
    Both I and II are implicit

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  3. Statement: I cannot contact you on phone from Karshik.

    Assumptions:

    1. Telephone facility is not available at Karshik.
    2. Nowadays it is difficult to contact on phone.

  4. A.
    Only assumption I is implicit
    B.
    Only assumption II is implicit
    C.
    Either I or II is implicit
    D.
    Neither I nor II is implicit
    E.
    Both I and II are implicit

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  5. Statement: I have written several letters to the branch manager regarding my account in the bank but did not receive any reply so far.

    Assumptions:

    1. Branch manager is expected to read letters received from the customer.
    2. Branch manager is expected to reply to the letters received from the customers.

  6. A.
    Only assumption I is implicit
    B.
    Only assumption II is implicit
    C.
    Either I or II is implicit
    D.
    Neither I nor II is implicit
    E.
    Both I and II are implicit

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  7. Statement: "Use our product to improve memory of our child. It is based on natural herbs and has no harmful side effects." - An advertisement of a pharmaceutical company.

    Assumptions:

    1. People generally opt for a medical product which is useful and has no harmful side effects.
    2. Improving memory of child is considered as important by many parents.

  8. A.
    Only assumption I is implicit
    B.
    Only assumption II is implicit
    C.
    Either I or II is implicit
    D.
    Neither I nor II is implicit
    E.
    Both I and II are implicit

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  9. Statement: "If I am not well you will have to go for the meeting." - A manager tells his subordinate.

    Assumptions:

    1. It is not necessary that only manager level personnel attend the meeting.
    2. If the manager is well, he would himself like to go for the meeting.

  10. A.
    Only assumption I is implicit
    B.
    Only assumption II is implicit
    C.
    Either I or II is implicit
    D.
    Neither I nor II is implicit
    E.
    Both I and II are implicit

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  11. Statement: The Principal instructed all the teachers to be careful in class because some students may disturb other students.

    Assumptions:

    1. The teachers will handle the situation properly and they will point out the naughty students.
    2. The students will welcome the decision of the Principal.

  12. A.
    Only assumption I is implicit
    B.
    Only assumption II is implicit
    C.
    Either I or II is implicit
    D.
    Neither I nor II is implicit
    E.
    Both I and II are implicit

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  13. Statement: The present examination system needs overhauling thoroughly.

    Assumptions:

    1. The present examination system is obsolete.
    2. Overhauling results in improvement.

  14. A.
    Only assumption I is implicit
    B.
    Only assumption II is implicit
    C.
    Either I or II is implicit
    D.
    Neither I nor II is implicit
    E.
    Both I and II are implicit

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  15. Statement: Read this book to get detailed and most comprehensive information on this issue.

    Assumptions:

    1. The person who wants this information can read.
    2. There are other books available on this issue.

  16. A.
    Only assumption I is implicit
    B.
    Only assumption II is implicit
    C.
    Either I or II is implicit
    D.
    Neither I nor II is implicit
    E.
    Both I and II are implicit

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  17. Statement: Traffic jams on most of the roads in the city have become a regular feature during monsoon.

    Assumptions:

    1. Material used for road construction cannot withstand the fury of monsoon resulting into innumerable pot holes on the roads.
    2. Number of vehicles coming on the roads is much more in monsoon as compared to other seasons.

  18. A.
    Only assumption I is implicit
    B.
    Only assumption II is implicit
    C.
    Either I or II is implicit
    D.
    Neither I nor II is implicit
    E.
    Both I and II are implicit

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  19. Statement: 'Guests should be provided lunch.' - A tells B.

    Assumptions:

    1. Unless told, lunch may not be provided.
    2. Guests will stay during lunch time.

  20. A.
    Only assumption I is implicit
    B.
    Only assumption II is implicit
    C.
    Either I or II is implicit
    D.
    Neither I nor II is implicit
    E.
    Both I and II are implicit

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