Reasoning

Statement Based Reasoning

216 Questions

Test your logical reasoning skills with these statement based questions covering assumptions and courses of action. You must critically analyze administrative decisions and implicit premises. These topics are a staple in the reasoning sections of IBPS banking, SSC, and government recruitment exams.

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Statement Based Reasoning Questions

Multiple choice

Directions: In the following question, a statement is followed by two assumptions I and II. You have to consider the statement and the assumptions that follow and decide which of the assumptions is/are implicit in the statement. Mark your answer as

Statement: The accident occurred because the car collided with a truck travelling at a very slow speed. Assumptions: I. The car must have been travelling at a speed greater than that of the truck. II. The car must have hit the truck from the back.

  1. If only assumption I is implicit

  2. If only assumption II is implicit

  3. If either assumption I or II is implicit

  4. If both assumptions I and II are implicit

  5. If neither assumption I nor II is implicit

Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

It may be assumed that the car was travelling at a speed more than that of the truck and also the car must have hit the truck from the back.

Multiple choice

Directions: In the following question, a statement is followed by three assumptions labelled A, B and C. You have to consider the statement and the assumptions that follow and decide which of the assumptions is/are implicit in the statement.

Statement: Police authority cordoned off the entire locality for the entire day and stopped all vehicular movement for the visit of a top functionary of the government in view of the threat perception and advised all the residents in the area to limit their movement outside their dwellings. Assumptions: (A) Police personnel may not be able to control the vehicular movement in the locality and may seek help from the armed forces. (B) People living in the locality may move out of their houses for the day to avoid inconvenience. (C) The government functionary may request the police authority to lift the ban on movement of residents of the locality outside their dwellings.

  1. None is implicit.

  2. Only (A) is implicit.

  3. Only (B) is implicit.

  4. Only (C) is implicit.

  5. Only (B) and (C) are implicit.
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
D Correct answer
Explanation

Assumption (1) is incorrect as nothing is mentioned about armed forces. Assumption (2) is not implicit as it is out of context. Assumption (3) can be implicit.

Multiple choice

Directions: In the following question, a statement is followed by three assumptions labelled A, B and C. You have to consider the statement and the assumptions that follow and decide which of the assumptions is/are implicit in the statement.

Statement: The apex body controlling the universities in the country has decided to revise the syllabus of all the technical courses to make them focussed towards the present needs of the industry, thereby making the technical graduates more employable than they are at present. Assumptions: (A) Technical colleges affiliated to different universities may not welcome the apex body's decision and may continue with the same syllabus as at present. (B) The industry may welcome the decision of the apex body and scale up their hiring from these colleges. (C) The government may not allow the apex body to implement its decision in all the colleges as it may lead to chaos.

  1. None is implicit.

  2. Only (A) is implicit.

  3. Only (B) is implicit.

  4. Only (C) is implicit.

  5. Only (A) and (B) are implicit.
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Statement (1) is out of focus as the colleges that are affiliated by the same university have to follow the syllabus implemented by the university. Statement (3) is incorrect. The statement is about apex body controlling universities decision and not about government. Statement (2) is implicit as the apex body has decided to change the syllabus according to the present needs of the industry. So, there is a possibility that industry may welcome this decision.

Multiple choice

Directions: In the question below, a statement is followed by three assumptions (A), (B) and (C). 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/are implicit in the statement.

Statement: The government has decided to auction construction of highways to private entities in several blocks across the country on build-operate-transfer basis. Assumptions: (A) An adequate number of private entities may not respond to the government's auction notification. (B) Many private entities in the country are capable of constructing highways within reasonable time. (C) The government's proposal of build-operate-transfer may financially benefit the private entities.

  1. Only (A) and (B) are implicit.

  2. Only (B) and (C) are implicit.

  3. Only (B) is implicit.

  4. Only (A) and (C) are implicit.

  5. None of these
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Whenever any decision is taken, something positive is assumed. So, assumption (1) is ruled out. Assumption (2) is implicit because government is assuming this then only it has decided to auction construction of highway to private entities. Assumption (3) is out of context.

Multiple choice

Directions: In the question below a statement is given followed by three assumptions (A), (B) and (C). 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/are implicit in the statement.

Statement: The government has urged all the citizens to use electronic media for carrying out their daily activities, whenever possible, instead of using paper as the manufacture of paper requires the cutting down of a large number of trees causing severe damage to the ecosystem. Assumptions: (A) Most people may be capable of using electronic media to carry out various routines. (B) Most people may have access to electronic media for carrying out their daily routine activities. (C) People at large may reject the government's appeal and continue using paper as before.

  1. Only (A) is implicit.

  2. Only (B) is implicit.

  3. Only (A) and (B) are implicit.

  4. Only (C) is implicit.

  5. None of these
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Statements (1) and (2) can be implicit as the government assumes that is why it has urged to use electronic media. Statement (3) is incorrect because if government assumed rejection, it would not urge.

Multiple choice

Directions: In the question, a statement is followed by two assumptions numbered I and II. An assumption is something supposed or taken for granted. Consider the statement and the following assumptions. 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.

  1. if only assumption I is implicit

  2. if either assumption I or II is implicit

  3. if only assumption II is implicit

  4. if neither assumption I nor II is implicit
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Assumption I can be taken because it can be assumed that though the government has decided that employers would collect tax from employees but most employers do not do the same.

Multiple choice

Directions: A statement followed by two courses of action numbered I and II is given below. Assume everything in the statement to be true and decide which of the suggested courses of action logically follow(s) for pursuing.

Statement: Due to availability of air tickets at cheaper rates from various airlines large numbers of people now a days prefer to travel by air than travelling by train. Courses of action: I. Railway ministry has to do its best efforts to improve the quality of rail journey in respect of facilities and also the punctuality. II. Airlines should not be allowed to introduce various schemes offering concessional fares.

  1. if only I follows

  2. if only II follows

  3. if either I or II follows

  4. if neither I nor II follows

  5. if both I and II follow
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Statement II is an extreme step. It is illogical as it would lead to decline of airline industry. Statement I is correct as steps should be taken to improve rail travel and thus, attract more passengers.

Multiple choice

Directions: In the question, a statement is followed by two courses of action numbered I and II. Assume everything in the statement to be true, and decide which of the suggested courses of action logically follow(s) for pursuing.

Statement: Reading habits in the children of coming generations is diminishing day by day. Courses of action: I. Access to various electronic gadgets such as television, computer and particularly the internet should be controlled. II. Parents should ensure and cultivate reading habits among their children.

  1. If only I follows

  2. If only II follows

  3. If either I or II follows

  4. If neither I nor II follows

  5. If both I and II follow
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

Statement II is the logical course of action. Statement I is not logical as internet and computers can also be used for reading.

Multiple choice

Directions: In the question, a statement is followed by two courses of action numbered I and II. Assume everything in the statement to be true, and decide which of the suggested courses of action logically follow(s) for pursuing. Statement: Many people have encroached into the government property and built their houses and business establishments. Courses of action: I. The government should take immediate steps to remove all unauthorised constructions on government land. II. All the encroachers should immediately be put behind bars and also be slapped with a hefty fine.

  1. Only course of action I follows

  2. Only course of action II follows

  3. Either course of action I or II follows

  4. Neither course of action I nor II follows

  5. Both courses of action I and II follow
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Statement II would be an exterme step. A warning would be sufficient. Statement I is logical as the encroachments are illegal and they should be removed.

Multiple choice

Directions: In the question below is given a statement followed by two courses of action numbered I and II. A course of action is a step or administrative decision to be taken for improvement, follow–up or further action in regard to the problem, policy, etc. On the basis of the information given in the statement, you have to assume everything in the statement to be true, then decide which of the suggested courses of action logically follow(s) for pursuing. Mark answer as

Statement: A major part of the local market in the city was gutted due to a short circuit causing extensive damage to goods and property. Courses of action: I. The Govt. should issue strict guidelines for all establishment regarding installation and maintenance of electrical fittings. II. The Government should relocate all the markets to the outskirts of the city.

  1. if only I follows

  2. if only II follows

  3. if either I or II follows

  4. if neither I nor II follows

  5. if both I and II follow
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

Relocating the markets seems to be an unreasonable move, whereas guiding the shop owners about safety, etc. is the best thing to do in such situation.

Multiple choice

Directions: In the question, a statement is followed by two courses of action numbered I and II. Assume everything in the statement to be true, and decide which of the suggested courses of action logically follow(s) for pursuing.

Statement: A software manufacturing company found out that a product it has launched, recently, has a few bugs. Courses of action: I. Take the product off the market and apologize to customers. II. Apologize and fix up the bug for all customers.

  1. Only I follows

  2. Only II follows

  3. Either I or II follows

  4. Both I and II follow

  5. Neither I nor II follows
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
B Correct answer
Explanation

If there is a problem it should be fixed. Taking it off the market would create problems for the customers who have already bought the product. So, only statement II is logical.

Multiple choice

Directions: In the question, a statement is followed by two assumptions numbered I and II. An assumption is something supposed or taken for granted. Consider the statement and the following assumptions and mark your answer as

Statement: Bank ‘A’ has announced reduction of half percentage on the interest rate on retail lending with immediate effect. Assumptions: I. Other banks may also reduce their retail lending rates to be in competition. II. The bank ‘A’ may be able to attract more customers for availing retail loans.

  1. if only assumption I is implicit

  2. if either assumption I or II is implicit

  3. if only assumption II is implicit

  4. if neither assumption I nor II is implicit

  5. if both assumptions I and II are implicit
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Only second statement is implicit. What the other banks will do cannot be said from the question statement.

Multiple choice

Directions: In the question, a statement is followed by two courses of action numbered I and II. Assume everything in the statement to be true, and decide which of the suggested courses of action logically follow(s) for pursuing.

Statement: The slum population is constantly increasing, it has doubled in the past two decades. Courses of action: I. Government should adopt rigid labour laws warranting employers to build labour settlement colonies. II. Government should adopt forceful resettlement and rehabilitation of slum dwellers by offering subsidised housing.

  1. Only I follows

  2. Only II follows

  3. Neither I nor II follows

  4. Both I and II follow

  5. Either I or II follows
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

The use of words forceful and rigid rule out the possibility of both statements being logical. Provision of basic amenities and rehabilation should be the logical steps.

Multiple choice

Directions: In the question, a statement is followed by two courses of action numbered I and II. Assume everything in the statement to be true, and decide which of the suggested courses of action logically follow(s) for pursuing.

Statement: While laying pipes for one of the utility companies, a huge fire broke out due to damage done to the pipeline. Courses of action: I. The licence of the utility company should immediately be suspended, pending enquiry into the incidence. II. People residing in the area should be advised to stay indoors to avoid burn injuries.

  1. Only I follows

  2. Only II follows

  3. Neither I nor II follows

  4. Both I and II follow

  5. Either I or II follows
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
C Correct answer
Explanation

Both statements are not logical. Suspending of license is not logical as other work may also suffer. Secondly, if the extent of fire is huge, people need to be evacuated, not asked to stay indoors. It would be more dangerous.

Multiple choice

Directions: In the question, a statement is followed by two courses of action numbered I and II. Assume everything in the statement to be true, and decide which of the suggested courses of action logically follow(s) for pursuing.

Statement: The board of directors of company 'K' has decided in principle to wind up or sell off its business in all but not in core competency areas. Courses of action: I. The top management will have to first identify core competency areas of its operation. II. The top management will have to identify and shift its best people from core competency areas to non-core areas.

  1. Only I follows.

  2. Only II follows.

  3. Neither I nor II follows.

  4. Both I and II follow.

  5. Either I or II follows.
Reveal answer Fill a bubble to check yourself
A Correct answer
Explanation

The first statement is a logical step. Only after identifying the core competency areas can they be retained. The second statement is not logical. As company is going to continue its business in core competency areas, the best people would be required there.