Statement and Conclusion

Direction In each question below is given a statement followed by two conclusions numbered I and II. You have to assume everything in the statement to be true, then consider the two conclusions together and decide which of them logically follows beyond a reasonable doubt from the information given in the statement. Give answer: 1. If only conclusion I follows 2. If only conclusion II follows 3. If either I or II follows 4. If neither I nor II follows and 5. If both I and II follow. Q 5: Statement : Money plays a vital role in politics. Conclusions: I. The poor can never become politicians. II. All the rich men take part in politics. A)Neither I nor II follows B)Either I or II follows C)Only conclusion I follows D)Only conclusion II follows Answer : Option A Explanation: Neither the poor nor the rich, but only the role of money in politics is being talked about in the statement. So, neither I nor II follows. Q 6: Statement: Interview panel may select a student who is neither possessing the abilities of desired level nor any value and assumption. Conclusions: I. Inclusion of experts in interview panel does not ensure that the selection will be made properly. II. Interview procedure of admission has some limitations. A)Only conclusion I follows B)Only conclusion II follows C)Either I or II follows D)Both I and II are follows Answer : Option D Explanation: The statement clearly means that inclusion of experts does not ensure proper selection. It also indicates limitation of interview procedure for admission. Here, both the conclusions follows. Q 7: Statement: Mr. X is one of the probable candidates shortlisted for the post of Director of SVC Institute. Conclusions: I. Mr. X will be selected as Director of SVC Institute. II. Mr. X will not be selected as Director of SVC Institute. A)Either I or II follows B)Both I and II follow C)Only conclusion I follows D)Neither I nor II follows E. Answer : Option A Explanation: As Mr. X is one of the candidates for the post of director, he will either be selected or rejected. Q 8: Statement : Industrial Revolution which first of all started in Europe has brought about modern age. Conclusions : I. Disparity between rich and poor results in revolution. II. Revolution overhauls society. A)Only conclusion II follows B)Only conclusion I follows C)Neither I nor II follows D)Either I nor II follows Answer : Option A Explanation: Cause of revolution can not be deduced from the statement. Only Conclusion II follows, as It is mentioned that Industrial revolution brought about the modern age.

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