Statement and Assumptions Questions Answers

In each question below is given a statement followed by two assumptions numbered I and II. Consider the statement and decide which of the given assumptions is implicit.
Give Answer:
(A) If only assumption I is implicit
(B) If only assumption II is implicit
(C) If either I or II is implicit
(D) If neither I nor II is implicit
(E) If both I and II are implicit.

  • 1. Statement : The civic authority appealed to the people for reduction in usage of water as there may be an acute shortage during the coming weeks.

    Assumptions :
    I. There will be no rain in recent future.
    II. The people are ready to follow the advice of the civic authority.

    1. Only assumption I is implicit
    2. Only assumption II is implicit
    3. Either I or II is implicit
    4. Neither I nor II is implicit
    5. Both I and II are implicit
    Answer :

    Option B

    Explanation:

    Only II assumption is implicit.

  • 2. Statement : The railway authorities have decided to increase the freight charges by 10% in view of the possibility of incurring losses in the current financial year.

    Assumptions :
    I. The volume of freight during the remaining period may remain same.
    II. The amount so obtained may set off a part or total of the estimated deficit.

    1. Only assumption I is implicit
    2. Only assumption II is implicit
    3. Either I or II is implicit
    4. Neither I nor II is implicit
    5. Both I and II are implicit
    Answer :

    Option B

    Explanation:

    Noting about the volume of freight is mentioned in the statement. So, I is not implicit.
    According to statement, the freight charges are being increased to cover up the possible losses. So II is implicit.

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