Logical Reasoning :: Statement and Assumption
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Directions : In each of the following questions a statement is given, followed by two conclusions. Give answer :
Statement : The President assured the people that elections will be held here after every five years,
Assumptions :
I. People are afraid that the elections may not be held at all.
II. People are afraid that the elections may not be held after five years. -
Directions : In each of the following questions a statement is given, followed by two conclusions. Give answer :
Statement : Interview conducted for selecting people for jobs should measure personality characteristics of candidates.
Assumptions :
I. Performance on job depends on personality characteristics.
II. Personality characteristics can be measured in interview. -
Directions : In each of the following questions a statement is given, followed by two conclusions. Give answer :
Statement : A Notice Board at a ticket window: 'Please come in queue.'
Assumptions :
I. Unless instructed people will not form queue.
II. People any way want to purchase tickets. -
Directions : In each of the following questions a statement is given, followed by two conclusions. Give answer :
Statement : Children, who get encouragement, usually perform better. - A note by the Principal to the parents.
Assumptions :
I. Some parents do not encourage children.
II. Parents may follow Principal's advice. -
Directions : In each of the following questions a statement is given, followed by two conclusions. Give answer :
Statement : "According to me, you should get your child examined by a specialist doctor." - A tells B.
Assumptions :
I. Specialist doctors are able to diagnose better than ordinary doctors.
II. B will certainly not agree with A's advice. -
Directions : In each of the following questions a statement is given, followed by two conclusions. Give answer :
Statement : The government is making efforts to boost tourism in State X.
Assumptions :
I. Tourism in State X dropped following political unrest.
II. Special discounts in the air fare have been announced. -
Directions : In each of the following questions a statement is given, followed by two conclusions. Give answer :
Statement : "Best way to solve this problem of workers' dissatisfaction is to offer them cash rewards. If this type of incentive can solve the problem in CIDCO Company then why not here." - A Personnel Manager tells the Chairman of a company.
Assumptions :
I. The reason for workers' dissatisfaction in both the companies was similar.
II. Monetary incentives have universal appeal. -
Directions : In each of the following questions a statement is given, followed by two conclusions. Give answer :
Statement : Do not copy our software without our permission - A notice.
Assumptions :
I. It is possible to copy the software.
II. Such warning will have some effect. -
Directions : In each of the following questions a statement is given, followed by two conclusions. Give answer :
Statement : Retired persons should not be appointed for executive posts in other organisations.
Assumptions :
I. Retired persons may lack the zeal and commitment to carry out executive's work.
II. Retired persons do not take interest in the work and welfare of the new organisation. -
Directions : In each of the following questions a statement is given, followed by two conclusions. Give answer :
Statement : "In my absence, I request you to look after the affairs of our company." - B tells C.
Assumptions :
I. C may not accept the request of B.
II. C has the expertise to handle the affairs of the company.