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 : "If you want timely completion of work, provide independent cabins," - An employee tells the Director of a Company.
Assumptions :
I. There are not enough cabins.
II. Other's presence hinders timely completion of work. -
Directions : In each of the following questions a statement is given, followed by two conclusions. Give answer :
Statement : No regular funds have been provided for welfare activities in this year's budget of the factory.
Assumptions :
I. The factory does not desire to carry out welfare this year.
II. Budgetary provision is necessary for carrying put welfare activities. -
Directions : In each of the following questions a statement is given, followed by two conclusions. Give answer :
Statement : The host in one of the popular T.V. programmes announced that the channel will contact the viewers between 9.00 a.m. to 6.00 p.m. on weekdays and the lucky ones will be given fabulous prizes.
Assumptions :
I. The people may remain indoors to receive the phone call.
II. More people may start watching the programme. -
Directions : In each of the following questions a statement is given, followed by two conclusions. Give answer :
Statement : The electric supply corporation has decided to open a few more collection centers in the business district area.
Assumptions :
I. The people in the area may welcome the decision.
II. Henceforth there may be less time required by the customers for paying electricity bill. -
Directions : In each of the following questions a statement is given, followed by two conclusions. Give answer :
Statement : "A visit of school children to forest to widen their knowledge of natural resources has been arranged." - A notice in the school.
Assumptions :
I. Forests are full of natural resources.
II. Children are likely to learn from their interaction with the new environment. -
Directions : In each of the following questions a statement is given, followed by two conclusions. Give answer :
Statement : There is no reason to rule out the possibility of life on Mars. Therefore the exploration of that planet has to be undertaken.
Assumptions :
I. There is life on Mars.
II. The search for life is the sufficient reason for space exploration. -
Directions : In each of the following questions a statement is given, followed by two conclusions. Give answer :
Statement : Use PVC pipes which have 10 years longer life to any other.
Assumptions :
I. People prefer only those pipes which are durable.
II.Other pipes are not durable. -
Directions : In each of the following questions a statement is given, followed by two conclusions. Give answer :
Statement : The Union Government has decided to withdraw existing tax relief on various small savings schemes in a phased manner to augment its tax collection.
Assumptions :
I. People may still continue to keep money in small savings schemes and also pay taxes.
II. The total tax collection may increase substantially. -
Directions : In each of the following questions a statement is given, followed by two conclusions. Give answer :
Statement : Read this notice before entering the club.
Assumptions :
I. People are literate.
II. No blind person comes to the club. -
Directions : In each of the following questions a statement is given, followed by three conclusions. Give answer :
Statement : "Wanted a two bedroom flat in the court area for immediate possession." - An advertisement.
Assumptions :
I. Flats are available in court area.
II. Some people will respond to the advertisement.
II. It is a practice to give such an advertisement.