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This section includes 62 Mcqs, each offering curated multiple-choice questions to sharpen your Deriving Conclusions From Passages knowledge and support exam preparation. Choose a topic below to get started.
| 1. |
Statement : Fashion is a form of ugliness so intolerable that we have to alter it every six months. Conclusions: I. Fashion designers do not understand the public mind very well. II. The public by and large is highly susceptible to novelty. |
| A. | Only conclusion I follows |
| B. | Only conclusion II follows |
| C. | Either I or II follows |
| D. | Neither I nor II follows |
| E. | Both I and II follow |
| Answer» C. Either I or II follows | |
| 2. |
Statement : The old order changed yielding place to new. Conclusions: I. Change is the law of nature. II. Discard old ideas because they are old. |
| A. | Only conclusion I follows |
| B. | Only conclusion II follows |
| C. | Either I or II follows |
| D. | Neither I nor II follows |
| E. | Both I and II follow |
| Answer» B. Only conclusion II follows | |
| 3. |
Statement : Water supply in wards A and B of the city will be affected by about 50% on Friday because repairing work of the main lines is to be carried out. Conclusions: I. The residents in these wards should economise on water on Friday. II. The residents in these wards should store some water on the previous day. |
| A. | Only conclusion I follows |
| B. | Only conclusion II follows |
| C. | Either I or II follows |
| D. | Neither I nor II follows |
| E. | Both I and II follow |
| Answer» F. | |
| 4. |
Statement : The national norm is 100 beds per thousand population but in this state it is 150 beds per thousand. Conclusions : I. Our national norm is appropriate. II. The state's health system is taking adequate care in this regard. |
| A. | Only conclusion I follows |
| B. | Only conclusion II follows |
| C. | Either I or II follows |
| D. | Neither I nor II follows |
| E. | Both I and II follow |
| Answer» C. Either I or II follows | |
| 5. |
Statement : A man must be wise to be a good wrangler. Good wranglers are talkative and boring. Conclusions : I. All the wise persons are boring. II. All the wise persons are wranglers |
| A. | Only conclusion I follows |
| B. | Only conclusion II follows |
| C. | Either I or II follows |
| D. | Neither I nor II follows |
| E. | Both I and II follow |
| Answer» E. Both I and II follow | |
| 6. |
Statement : A large majority of the work force in India is unorganised. Most of them earn either the minimum or uncertain wages while others are engaged in sundry jobs. Conclusions : I. The workers in the organised sector get better facilities and stay longer in their jobs. II. Some workers in the unorganised sector of the work force have a regular and fixed income. |
| A. | Only conclusion I follows |
| B. | Only conclusion II follows |
| C. | Either I or II follows |
| D. | Neither I nor II follows |
| E. | Both I and II follow |
| Answer» C. Either I or II follows | |
| 7. |
Statement : Until our country achieves economic equality, political freedom and democracy would be meaningless. Conclusions : I. Political freedom and democracy go hand in hand. II. Economic equality leads to real political freedom and democracy. |
| A. | Only conclusion I follows |
| B. | Only conclusion II follows |
| C. | Either I or II follows |
| D. | Neither I nor II follows |
| E. | Both I and II follow |
| Answer» C. Either I or II follows | |
| 8. |
Statement : Company X has a record of manufacturing cameras of quality and the latest design so that you do not spoil even a single shot irrespective of the weather conditions. Conclusions : I. No other company except X is reputed in camera industry. II. Acceptable shot with camera of company X can be taken in any weather conditions. |
| A. | Only conclusion I follows |
| B. | Only conclusion II follows |
| C. | Either I or II follows |
| D. | Neither I nor II follows |
| E. | Both I and II follow |
| Answer» C. Either I or II follows | |
| 9. |
Statement : All the organised persons find time for rest. Sunita, in-spite of her busy schedule, finds time for rest. Conclusions : I. Sunita is an organised person. II. Sunita is an industrious person. |
| A. | Only conclusion I follows |
| B. | Only conclusion II follows |
| C. | Either I or II follows |
| D. | Neither I nor II follows |
| E. | Both I and II follow |
| Answer» F. | |
| 10. |
Statement : Good voice is a natural gift but one has to keep practising to improve and excel well in the field of music. Conclusions : I. Natural gifts need nurturing and care. II. Even though your voice is not good, one can keep practising. |
| A. | Only conclusion I follows |
| B. | Only conclusion II follows |
| C. | Either I or II follows |
| D. | Neither I nor II follows |
| E. | Both I and II follow |
| Answer» B. Only conclusion II follows | |
| 11. |
Statement : The world is neither good nor evil, each man manufactures a world for himself. Conclusions : I. Some people find this world quite good. II. Some people find this world quite bad. |
| A. | Only conclusion I follows |
| B. | Only conclusion II follows |
| C. | Either I or II follows |
| D. | Neither I nor II follows |
| E. | Both I and II follow |
| Answer» F. | |
| 12. |
Statement : It is almost impossible to survive and prosper in this world without sacrificing ethics and morality Conclusions : I. World appreciates some concepts but may not uphold it. II. Concept of ethics and morality are not practicable in life. |
| A. | Only conclusion I follows |
| B. | Only conclusion II follows |
| C. | Either I or II follows |
| D. | Neither I nor II follows |
| E. | Both I and II follow |
| Answer» C. Either I or II follows | |
| 13. |
Statement : Company X has marketed the product. Go ahead, purchase it if price and quality are your considerations. Conclusions : I. The product must be good in quality. II. The price of product must be reasonable. |
| A. | Only conclusion I follows |
| B. | Only conclusion II follows |
| C. | Either I or II follows |
| D. | Neither I nor II follows |
| E. | Both I and II follow |
| Answer» F. | |
| 14. |
Statement : Modern man influences his destiny by the choice he makes unlike in the past. Conclusions: I. Earlier there were fewer options available to man. II. There was no desire in the past to influence the destiny. |
| A. | Only conclusion I follows |
| B. | Only conclusion II follows |
| C. | Either I or II follows |
| D. | Neither I nor II follows |
| E. | Both I and II follow |
| Answer» B. Only conclusion II follows | |
| 15. |
Statement: No country is absolutely self-dependent these days. Conclusions: I. It is impossible to grow and produce all that a country needs. II. Countrymen in general have become lazy. |
| A. | Only conclusion I follows |
| B. | Only conclusion II follows |
| C. | Either I or II follows |
| D. | Neither I nor II follows |
| E. | Both I and II follow |
| Answer» B. Only conclusion II follows | |
| 16. |
Statement : Vegetable prices are soaring in the market. Conclusions : I. Vegetables are becoming a rare commodity. II. People cannot eat vegetables. |
| A. | Only conclusion I follows |
| B. | Only conclusion II follows |
| C. | Either I or II follows |
| D. | Neither I nor II follows |
| E. | Both I and II follow |
| Answer» E. Both I and II follow | |
| 17. |
Statement : Fortune favours the brave. Conclusions : I. Risks are necessary for success. II. Cowards die many times before their death |
| A. | Only conclusion I follows |
| B. | Only conclusion II follows |
| C. | Either I or II follows |
| D. | Neither I nor II follows |
| E. | Both I and II follow |
| Answer» B. Only conclusion II follows | |
| 18. |
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 I follows |
| B. | Only conclusion II follows |
| C. | Either I or II follows |
| D. | Neither I nor II follows |
| E. | Both I and II follow |
| Answer» C. Either I or II follows | |
| 19. |
Statement : Modern man influences his destiny by the choice he makes unlike in the past. Conclusions : I. Earlier there were less options available to man. II. There was no desire in the past to influence the destiny. |
| A. | Only conclusion I follows |
| B. | Only conclusion II follows |
| C. | Either I or II follows |
| D. | Neither I nor II follows |
| E. | Both I and II follow |
| Answer» B. Only conclusion II follows | |
| 20. |
Statement : In case of outstanding candidates, the condition of previous experience of social work may be waived by the admission committee for M.A. (Social Work). Conclusions : I. Some of the students for M.A. (social work) will have previous experience of social work. II. Some of the students of M.A. (social work) will not have previous experience of social work |
| A. | Only conclusion I follows |
| B. | Only conclusion II follows |
| C. | Either I or II follows |
| D. | Neither I nor II follows |
| E. | Both I and II follow |
| Answer» F. | |
| 21. |
Statement : The interview panel may select a candidate who neither possesses the desired qualification nor the values and attributes. Conclusions : I. The inclusion of specialists on the interview panel does not guarantee that the selection will be proper. II. The interview test has certain limitations in the matter of selection of candidates. |
| A. | Only conclusion I follows |
| B. | Only conclusion II follows |
| C. | Either I or II follows |
| D. | Neither I nor II follows |
| E. | Both I and II follow |
| Answer» F. | |
| 22. |
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. | Only conclusion I follows |
| B. | Only conclusion II follows |
| C. | Either I or II follows |
| D. | Neither I nor II follows |
| E. | Both I and II follow |
| Answer» E. Both I and II follow | |
| 23. |
Statement : People who speak too much against dowry are those who had taken it themselves. Conclusions: I. It is easier said than done. II. People have double standards. |
| A. | Only conclusion I follows |
| B. | Only conclusion II follows |
| C. | Either I or II follows |
| D. | Neither I nor II follows |
| E. | Both I and II follow |
| Answer» F. | |
| 24. |
Only knowledgeable consumers should be encouraged to practice self-medication. |
| A. | if you think the inference is 'definitely true'. |
| B. | if you think the inference is 'probably true' though not definitely true in the light of the facts given. |
| C. | if the data given is inadequate i.e., from the fact given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false. |
| D. | if you think the inference is definitely false i.e., it contradicts the given facts. |
| Answer» E. | |
| 25. |
Indian service industry was more comfortable before economic liberalization. |
| A. | if you think the inference is 'definitely true'. |
| B. | if you think the inference is 'probably true' though not definitely true in the light of the facts given. |
| C. | if the data given is inadequate i.e., from the fact given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false. |
| D. | if you think the inference is probably false though not definitely false in the light of he facts given and. |
| Answer» C. if the data given is inadequate i.e., from the fact given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false. | |
| 26. |
Comparatively more people adopt self-medication in the western countries. |
| A. | if you think the inference is 'definitely true'. |
| B. | if you think the inference is 'probably true' though not definitely true in the light of the facts given. |
| C. | if the data given is inadequate i.e., from the fact given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false. |
| D. | if you think the inference is probably false though not definitely false in the light of he facts given and. |
| Answer» D. if you think the inference is probably false though not definitely false in the light of he facts given and. | |
| 27. |
Self-medication reduces considerably pressure on health care system of any country. |
| A. | if you think the inference is 'definitely true'. |
| B. | if you think the inference is 'probably true' though not definitely true in the light of the facts given. |
| C. | if the data given is inadequate i.e., from the fact given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false. |
| D. | if you think the inference is probably false though not definitely false in the light of he facts given and. |
| Answer» B. if you think the inference is 'probably true' though not definitely true in the light of the facts given. | |
| 28. |
Self-medication can even cure severe and complicated ailments. |
| A. | if you think the inference is 'definitely true'. |
| B. | if you think the inference is 'probably true' though not definitely true in the light of the facts given. |
| C. | if the data given is inadequate i.e., from the fact given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false. |
| D. | if you think the inference is definitely false i.e., it contradicts the given facts. |
| Answer» E. | |
| 29. |
The use of self-medication has not been accepted widely by the Governments and society. |
| A. | if you think the inference is 'definitely true'. |
| B. | if you think the inference is 'probably true' though not definitely true in the light of the facts given. |
| C. | if the data given is inadequate i.e., from the fact given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false. |
| D. | if you think the inference is definitely false i.e., it contradicts the given facts. |
| Answer» E. | |
| 30. |
The survey conducted in India on compensation package included employees working at different levels, including executives. |
| A. | if you think the inference is 'definitely true'. |
| B. | if you think the inference is 'probably true' though not definitely true in the light of the facts given. |
| C. | if the data given is inadequate i.e., from the fact given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false. |
| D. | if you think the inference is definitely false i.e., it contradicts the given facts. |
| Answer» E. | |
| 31. |
While designing the compensation package for executives, certai-n companies try to establish a match between needs and benefits. |
| A. | if you think the inference is 'definitely true'. |
| B. | if you think the inference is 'probably true' though not definitely true in the light of the facts given. |
| C. | if the data given is inadequate i.e., from the fact given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false. |
| D. | if you think the inference is probably false though not definitely false in the light of he facts given and. |
| Answer» B. if you think the inference is 'probably true' though not definitely true in the light of the facts given. | |
| 32. |
There is a standard universal compensation package for executives in most companies. |
| A. | if you think the inference is 'definitely true'. |
| B. | if you think the inference is 'probably true' though not definitely true in the light of the facts given. |
| C. | if the data given is inadequate i.e., from the fact given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false. |
| D. | if you think the inference is definitely false i.e., it contradicts the given facts. |
| Answer» E. | |
| 33. |
Nowadays, most of the companies in India are designing their compensation packages on the lines of such packages offered by the companies in foreign countries. |
| A. | if you think the inference is 'definitely true'. |
| B. | if you think the inference is 'probably true' though not definitely true in the light of the facts given. |
| C. | if the data given is inadequate i.e., from the fact given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false. |
| D. | if you think the inference is probably false though not definitely false in the light of he facts given and. |
| Answer» D. if you think the inference is probably false though not definitely false in the light of he facts given and. | |
| 34. |
The space probes have increased our knowledge about space and the bodies in it. |
| A. | if you think the inference is 'definitely true'. |
| B. | if you think the inference is 'probably true' though not definitely true in the light of the facts given. |
| C. | if the data given is inadequate i.e., from the fact given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false. |
| D. | if you think the inference is probably false though not definitely false in the light of he facts given and. |
| Answer» B. if you think the inference is 'probably true' though not definitely true in the light of the facts given. | |
| 35. |
Space probes are meant to study the upper atmosphere of earth only. |
| A. | if you think the inference is 'definitely true'. |
| B. | if you think the inference is 'probably true' though not definitely true in the light of the facts given. |
| C. | if the data given is inadequate i.e., from the fact given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false. |
| D. | if you think the inference is definitely false i.e., it contradicts the given facts. |
| Answer» E. | |
| 36. |
Space probes are provided with computers. |
| A. | if you think the inference is 'definitely true'. |
| B. | if you think the inference is 'probably true' though not definitely true in the light of the facts given. |
| C. | if the data given is inadequate i.e., from the fact given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false. |
| D. | if you think the inference is probably false though not definitely false in the light of he facts given and. |
| Answer» C. if the data given is inadequate i.e., from the fact given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false. | |
| 37. |
Neil Armstrong was the first man to go into space. |
| A. | if you think the inference is 'definitely true'. |
| B. | if you think the inference is 'probably true' though not definitely true in the light of the facts given. |
| C. | if the data given is inadequate i.e., from the fact given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false. |
| D. | if you think the inference is probably false though not definitely false in the light of he facts given and. |
| Answer» D. if you think the inference is probably false though not definitely false in the light of he facts given and. | |
| 38. |
Indian ports offer the lowest price per container as service charges. |
| A. | if you think the inference is 'definitely true'. |
| B. | if you think the inference is 'probably true' though not definitely true in the light of the facts given. |
| C. | if the data given is inadequate i.e., from the fact given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false. |
| D. | if you think the inference is definitely false i.e., it contradicts the given facts. |
| Answer» E. | |
| 39. |
Indian ports need considerable development to match with the best ports in the world. |
| A. | if you think the inference is 'definitely true'. |
| B. | if you think the inference is 'probably true' though not definitely true in the light of the facts given. |
| C. | if the data given is inadequate i.e., from the fact given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false. |
| D. | if you think the inference is probably false though not definitely false in the light of he facts given and. |
| Answer» B. if you think the inference is 'probably true' though not definitely true in the light of the facts given. | |
| 40. |
Indian granite industry is in peril in the absence of a uniform policy from the State Governments, despite the thrust given by liberalisation policies of the Union Government in the last two years. Compared to the remark- -able progress in the field during the last three years, the absence of matching policies by State Governments had put granite quarry owners and others involved in the industry on the verge of collapse in the international market. The policies differed from state to state, had created problems as far as loyalty, dead rent and duration of lease were concerned. Till three years ago. granite production in India was not profitable |
| A. | Data inadequate |
| B. | Probably true |
| C. | Definitely false |
| D. | Probably false |
| Answer» B. Probably true | |
| 41. |
There is more bad news on food front. It now appears certain that there will bea shortfall of about 9 million tonnes in the food production in the current kharif season, which in turn means five million tonnes less than the production achieved in the last kharif season. However, rice procurement may only be partially affected since West Bengal and Andhra Pradesh have had sufficient rainfall while Punjab, the mtyor contributor to the central pool is less dependent on rainfall. Still, the overall availability of rice may go down by more than four million tonnes. There may be worst news ahead. There is no canal water facility in West Bengal and Andhra Pradesh, |
| A. | Definitely false |
| B. | Probably false |
| C. | Data inadequate |
| D. | Definitely true |
| Answer» E. | |
| 42. |
There is more bad news on food front. It now appears certain that there will bea shortfall of about 9 million tonnes in the food production in the current kharif season, which in turn means five million tonnes less than the production achieved in the last kharif season. However, rice procurement may only be partially affected since West Bengal and Andhra Pradesh have had sufficient rainfall while Punjab, the mtyor contributor to the central pool is less dependent on rainfall. Still, the overall availability of rice may go down by more than four million tonnes. There may be worst news ahead. The procurement price of rice will increase this year. |
| A. | Data inadequate |
| B. | Definitely true |
| C. | Probably true |
| D. | Definitely false |
| Answer» D. Definitely false | |
| 43. |
There is more bad news on food front. It now appears certain that there will bea shortfall of about 9 million tonnes in the food production in the current kharif season, which in turn means five million tonnes less than the production achieved in the last kharif season. However, rice procurement may only be partially affected since West Bengal and Andhra Pradesh have had sufficient rainfall while Punjab, the mtyor contributor to the central pool is less dependent on rainfall. Still, the overall availability of rice may go down by more than four million tonnes. There may be worst news ahead. In the last year, there was a deficit production of rice by five million tonnes. |
| A. | Probably true |
| B. | Probably false |
| C. | Definitely false |
| D. | Definitely true |
| Answer» D. Definitely true | |
| 44. |
Rabies is a disease transmitted to man and animals through the bite of a rabies- infected animal, most commonly by dogs. It is caused by a virus present in the saliva of the infected animal which gets deposited in the wound of the bite victim, multiplies and travels towards brain and spinal cord. If not treated, about half of such cases develop rabies. Symptoms of the disease start one to three months after the bite. Veryfew laboratory teste are available for the diagnosis of rabies in India. Precautionary measures include prompt washing of the dog bite wound with soap and water. The wound is also treated with cetavion : tincture of iodine or spirit. Rabies can be transmitted from any animal to the other through open cuts and wounds. |
| A. | Data inadequate |
| B. | Probably true |
| C. | Probably false |
| D. | Definitely true |
| Answer» E. | |
| 45. |
There is more bad news on food front. It now appears certain that there will bea shortfall of about 9 million tonnes in the food production in the current kharif season, which in turn means five million tonnes less than the production achieved in the last kharif season. However, rice procurement may only be partially affected since West Bengal and Andhra Pradesh have had sufficient rainfall while Punjab, the mtyor contributor to the central pool is less dependent on rainfall. Still, the overall availability of rice may go down by more than four million tonnes. There may be worst news ahead. The bite of rabies-infected animal to a healthy animal definitely results in spread of rabies. |
| A. | Definitely true |
| B. | Probably true |
| C. | Data inadequate |
| D. | Definitely false |
| Answer» B. Probably true | |
| 46. |
There is more bad news on food front. It now appears certain that there will bea shortfall of about 9 million tonnes in the food production in the current kharif season, which in turn means five million tonnes less than the production achieved in the last kharif season. However, rice procurement may only be partially affected since West Bengal and Andhra Pradesh have had sufficient rainfall while Punjab, the mtyor contributor to the central pool is less dependent on rainfall. Still, the overall availability of rice may go down by more than four million tonnes. There may be worst news ahead. The saliva of the house dogs should be periodically tested for the detection of rabies, |
| A. | Probably true |
| B. | Probably false |
| C. | Definitely true |
| D. | Data inadequate |
| Answer» E. | |
| 47. |
There is more bad news on food front. It now appears certain that there will bea shortfall of about 9 million tonnes in the food production in the current kharif season, which in turn means five million tonnes less than the production achieved in the last kharif season. However, rice procurement may only be partially affected since West Bengal and Andhra Pradesh have had sufficient rainfall while Punjab, the mtyor contributor to the central pool is less dependent on rainfall. Still, the overall availability of rice may go down by more than four million tonnes. There may be worst news ahead. Western countries have well equipped laboratory tests to detect rabies, |
| A. | Definitely false |
| B. | Data inadequate |
| C. | Probably true |
| D. | Definitely true |
| Answer» C. Probably true | |
| 48. |
Moon has been explored by man. |
| A. | if you think the inference is 'definitely true'. |
| B. | if you think the inference is 'probably true' though not definitely true in the light of the facts given. |
| C. | if the data given is inadequate i.e., from the fact given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false. |
| D. | if you think the inference is probably false though not definitely false in the light of he facts given and. |
| Answer» B. if you think the inference is 'probably true' though not definitely true in the light of the facts given. | |
| 49. |
There is more bad news on food front. It now appears certain that there will bea shortfall of about 9 million tonnes in the food production in the current kharif season, which in turn means five million tonnes less than the production achieved in the last kharif season. However, rice procurement may only be partially affected since West Bengal and Andhra Pradesh have had sufficient rainfall while Punjab, the mtyor contributor to the central pool is less dependent on rainfall. Still, the overall availability of rice may go down by more than four million tonnes. There may be worst news ahead. Rice is mainly produced in kharif season. |
| A. | Definitely true |
| B. | Probably false |
| C. | Definitely false |
| D. | Data inadequate |
| Answer» B. Probably false | |
| 50. |
Indian ports have not been graded so far on the international standard. |
| A. | if you think the inference is 'definitely true'. |
| B. | if you think the inference is 'probably true' though not definitely true in the light of the facts given. |
| C. | if the data given is inadequate i.e., from the fact given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false. |
| D. | if you think the inference is probably false though not definitely false in the light of he facts given and. |
| Answer» D. if you think the inference is probably false though not definitely false in the light of he facts given and. | |