1. 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.
a) Only assumption I is implicit
b) Only assumption II is implicit
c) Either I or II is implicit
d) Both I and II are implicit
Explanation: The statement talks of the performance of children who get encouragement. It means that there are some children who are not encouraged. So, I is implicit. Also, the Principal notifies to the parents that encouragement helps children improve their performance, with the hope that they too would encourage their children. So, II is also implicit,
2. 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.
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
Explanation: The advice particularly mentions 'a specialist doctor' and not simply 'doctor'. So, I is implicit, B's response to A's advice cannot be deduced from the given statement. So, II is not implicit.
3. 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.
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
Explanation: Efforts are being made to boost tourism does not mean that tourism has dropped. So, I is not implicit. Also, the statement mentions nothing about discounts in air fare. So, II is also not implicit.
4. 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.
a) Only assumption I is implicit
b) Only assumption II is implicit
c) Either I or II is implicit
d) Both I and II are implicit
Explanation: Since the policy is expected to work just because it turned out fruitful in another company, it is evident that the problem in both companies was similar and monetary incentives always motivate workers. So, both I and II are implicit.
5. 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.
a) Only assumption I is implicit
b) Only assumption II is implicit
c) Either I or II is implicit
d) Both I and II are implicit
Explanation: Since the notice warns one against copying software without permission, it is evident that software can be copied. So, I is implicit. Also, the warning is given with the motive that no one dares to copy the software. So, II is also implicit.
6. Directions : In each of the following questions a statement is given, followed by two conclusions. Give answer :
Statement : Sachin wrote to his brother at Bangalore to collect personally the application form from the University for the Post-graduation Course in Mathematics.
Assumptions :
I. The University may issue application forms to a person other than the prospective student.
II. Sachin's brother may receive the letter well before the last date of collecting application forms.
a) Only assumption I is implicit
b) Only assumption II is implicit
c) Either I or II is implicit
d) Both I and II are implicit
Explanation: Since Sachin has asked his brother to collect the form, it is evident that the university may issue the form to anybody and that Sachin's brother would receive the letter before the last date of collecting the forms. So, both I and II are implicit.
7. Directions : In each of the following questions a statement is given, followed by two conclusions. Give answer :
Statement : "Apply nets on windows to prevent the entrance of mosquitoes in the house."
Assumptions :
I. The entering of mosquitoes from entrances other than windows is desirable.
II. Nets are not available to apply on doors.
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
Explanation: The statement talks of a way to keep mosquitoes away. This means that entry of mosquitoes in the house is not desirable. So, I is not implicit. Besides, the statement advises using nets on windows. So, nothing about the use of nets on doors, can be deduced. Thus, II is also not implicit.
8. Directions : In each of the following questions a statement is given, followed by two conclusions. Give answer :
Statement : Among all the articles, the prices of personal computers show the highest decline from June 2005 to December 2005.
Assumptions :
I. Comparative prices of all the articles in June and December 2005 were available.
II. Prices of personal computers were higher in the first six months than the last six months of 2005.
a) Only assumption I is implicit
b) Only assumption II is implicit
c) Either I or II is implicit
d) Both I and II are implicit
Explanation: Since prices of personal computers show the highest decline among all the articles, it implies that the comparative prices of all the articles was known. So, I is implicit. Also, it being given that prices of computers showed decline during the last six months, it means that they were higher in the first six months. So, II is implicit.
9. Directions : In each of the following questions a statement is given, followed by two conclusions. Give answer :
Statement : Most people who stop smoking gain weight.
Assumptions :
I. If one stops smoking, one will gain weight.
II. If one does not stop smoking, one will not gain weight.
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
Explanation: The statement talks of most people' and not 'all'. So, I is not necessarily true. Thus, I is not implicit. The condition, if one does not stop smoking, cannot be deduced from the statement. So, II is also not implicit.
10. Directions : In each of the following questions a statement is given, followed by two conclusions. Give answer :
Statement : Please consult us before making any decision on investment.
Assumptions :
I. You may take a wrong decision if you don't consult us.
II. It is important to take a right decision.
a) Only assumption I is implicit
b) Only assumption II is implicit
c) Either I or II is implicit
d) Both I and II are implicit
Explanation: Clearly, the statement was spoken for fear that the other person may take a wrong decision. So, I is implicit. Again, the statement confirms that it is important to take the right decision. So, II is also implicit.