Based On Two Assumptions MCQs Section 11 Detailed Explanation And More Example

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DIRECTIONS:

In each question be low is given a statement followed by two assumptions numbered I and II. An assumption is something supposed or taken for granted. You have to consider the statement and the following assumptions and decide which of the assumptions is implicit in the statement.

Give your answer as;

  1. if only assumption I is implicit.
  2. if only assumption II is implicit.
  3. if either I or II is implicit.
  4. if neither I nor II is implicit.
  5. if both I and II are implicit.

The following question based on statement & assumptions topic of verbal reasoning

Questions : Statement:
We grew up in joint families, which meant less space for the individual.
Assumptions:
I. Big houses were unknown in the past.
II. One has to make much adjustment in a joint family.

(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.

The correct answers to the above question in:

Answer: (b)

Here “less space” does not imply physical space so much. Instead, it implies less freedom.

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Question : 1

Statement:
The X-Airlines has decided to increase the passenger fare by 15 per cent with immediate effect.
Assumptions:
I. The demand for seats of the X-Airlines may remain unchanged even after the hike of fare.
II. Other airline companies may also hike the passenger fares.

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.

Answer: (a)

The step taken by the airlines must have been aimed at to earn more revenue. The desired result can’t be obtained without assuming I.

Hence, I is implicit. II may or may not be an assumption.

Question : 2

Statement:
The chairman of the company decided to hold a grand function to celebrate silver jubilee during the next weekend and invited a large number of guests.
Assumptions:
I. The company officials may be able to make all the necessary preparations for the silver jubilee celebration.
II. Majority of the guests invited by the chairman may attend the function.

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.

Answer: (e)

I is implicit: you don’t hold a function without being ready for the preparations. II is also positive: when you invite someone, you assume that he will come.

Question : 3

Statement:
Mr Speight with the help of some gunmen arrested the PM of Fiji.
Assumptions:
I. The Prime Minister was corrupt and was not keen in the development of the country.
II. Democratic system is very weak in the country.

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.

Answer: (d)

Both may be conclusions, but not assumptions.

Question : 4

Statement:
DTC authorities have planned to advertise various products on bus tickets to put them to good use.
Assumptions:
I. Passangers will read the advertisement printed on tickets.
II. DTC authorities will get advertisements under this proposal.

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.

Answer: (e)

DTC authorities are assuming both the assumptions; that is why they have planned so.

Question : 5

Statement:
The government has set up a fact-finding mission to look into the possible reasons for the recent violence in the area.
Assumptions:
I. The mission may be able to come up with credible information about the incidents.
II. The people in the area may cooperate with the mission and come forward to give detailed information related to the incidents.

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.

Answer: (e)

Here both the assumptions are valid. If it were not so, there would be no benefit of setting up such mission.

Question : 6

Statement:
“Always use zebra crossings and subways to cross the road safely.”
— A notice by the City Traffic Police
Assumptions:
I. Road safety is not an option but a must for pedestrians.
II. Safety can be increased by making people aware of tips regarding road safety.

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.

Answer: (e)

Both I and II are implicit. Why did the city traffic police need to issue such a notice? It must have assumed II. Again the word ‘always’ used in the notice makes I implicit.

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