Multiple choice

Directions: A statement is given 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 to decide which of the assumptions is/are implicit in the statement.

Statement: The head of the organisation has decided to reward those employees who will help reducing expenditure substantially by suggesting innovative techniques. Assumptions: I. The employees may be able to come out with innovative ideas. II. The employees may be encouraged to apply their mind to earn the reward.

  1. Only assumption I is implicit.

  2. Only assumption II is implicit.

  3. Either assumption I or II is implicit.

  4. Both the assumptions I and II are implicit.

  5. Neither assumption I nor II is implicit.

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D Correct answer
Explanation

Why a reward for a good suggestion? Obviously, authorities are assuming that the reward will motivate employees to evolve innovative techniques. Hence, II is implicit. On the other side, seeking help from employees to in order to evolve innovative techniques implies that employees may have the required caliber. Hence, I is also implicit.

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