1. Directions : In each of the following questions a statement is given, followed by two conclusions. Give answer :
Statement : The government has decided to hold the employers responsible for deducting tax at source for all its employees.
Assumptions :
I. The employers may still not arrange to deduct tax at source for its employees.
II. The employees may not allow the employers to deduct tax at source.
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: Such decisions are implemented by the government as laws, which are binding on both the employers and the employees. So, neither I nor II is implicit.
2. Directions : In each of the following questions a statement is given, followed by two conclusions. Give answer :
Statement : Whenever you have any doubt on this subject, you may refer to the book by Enn and Enn.
Assumptions :
I. The book by Enn and Enn is available.
II. There is no other book on this subject.
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 recommendation of the book by Enn and Enn implies that it is available. So, I is implicit. Also, the book has been referred to as a good one, but this does not mean that no other books are available on the subject. So, II is not implicit.
3. Directions : In each of the following questions a statement is given, followed by two conclusions. Give answer :
Statement : I can take you quickly from Kanpur to Lucknow by my cab but then you must pay me double the normal charges.
Assumptions :
I. Normally, it will take more time to reach Lucknow from Kanpur.
II. People want to reach quickly but they will not pay extra money for it.
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: Since the narrator asks for double charges to take the person quickly to Lucknow, it implies that normally it takes more time to reach Lucknow. So, I is implicit. Since one demands extra charges to reach the destination earlier than usual, the person in need would have to pay accordingly. So, II is not implicit.
4. Directions : In each of the following questions a statement is given, followed by two conclusions. Give answer :
Statement : "I would like to study the impact of pay revision on job satisfaction of employees." - A tells B.
Assumptions :
I. Job satisfaction can be measured.
II. A has necessary competence to undertake such study.
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, A wishes to study the degree of effect of pay revision on job satisfaction of employees. This means that job satisfaction can be measured and A is capable of making such a study. 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 : "In the recently imposed war, global public opinion was dishonored by the economically strong and scientifically advanced superpower."
Assumptions :
I. Superpowers need not take any heed of global public opinion.
II. Global public opinion must have been against the imposition of war.
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: Since discard of public opinion has invited concern, it means that superpowers too are expected to heed public opinion. So, I is not implicit. Also, the statement mentions that war has been imposed and public opinion dishonoured. This implies that global public opinion was against the war. So, II is implicit.
6. Directions : In each of the following questions a statement is given, followed by two conclusions. Give answer :
Statement : I cannot contact you on phone from Karshik.
Assumptions :
I. Telephone facility is not available at Karshik.
II. Nowadays it is difficult to contact on phone.
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 indicates the impossibility of phone contact from Karshik. Thus, the fact in I may be assumed from the given statement. So, I is implicit. However, II indicates difficulty, not the impossibility of contact as is indicated in the statement. So, II is not implicit.
7. Directions : In each of the following questions a statement is given, followed by two conclusions. Give answer :
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 :
I. Branch manager is expected to read letters received from the customer.
II. Branch manager is expected to reply to the letters received from the customers.
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 both I and II follow from the given statement, so both are implicit.
8. Directions : In each of the following questions a statement is given, followed by two conclusions. Give answer :
Statement : "Use our product to improve memory of your child. It is based on natural herbs and has no harmful side effects." - An advertisement of a pharmaceutical company.
Assumptions :
I. People generally opt for a medical product which is useful and has no harmful side effects.
II. Improving memory of child is considered as important by many parents.
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: An advertisement highlights only those features of a product, which are liked by people and are also desirable. So, both I and II are implicit.
9. Directions : In each of the following questions a statement is given, followed by two conclusions. Give answer :
Statement : "If I am not well you will have to go for the meeting." - A manager tells his subordinate.
Assumptions :
I. It is not necessary that only manager level personnel attend the meeting.
II. If the manager is well, he would himself like to go for the meeting.
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 subordinate can attend the meeting as told by the Manager only when there is no inhibition. So, I is implicit. The subordinate is told to go only in case when the Manager is not well. This also shows the urgency to attend the meeting. So, II is also implicit.
10. Directions : In each of the following questions a statement is given, followed by two conclusions. Give answer :
Statement : The Principal instructed all the teachers to be careful in class because some students may disturb other students.
Assumptions :
I. The teachers will handle the situation properly and they will point out the naughty students.
II. The students will welcome the decision of the Principal
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, teachers have been instructed to maintain discipline in the class and point out the naughty students who do not let other students study. So, I is implicit. Besides, the implementation of the instructions would surely help good students to concentrate on their studies and ensure a good working atmosphere in the class. So, II is also implicit.