Explore topic-wise MCQs in Logical and Verbal Reasoning.

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51.

An assertion(A) and reason(R) are given below._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Assertion(A): Forest cover in the country has gradually decreased._x005F_x000D_ Reason(R): Encroachment by humans is one of the concerns for the forest department._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Choose the correct option._x005F_x000D_

A. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
B. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A
C. A is true, but R is false
D. A is false, but R is true
Answer» B. Both A and R are true, but R is not the correct explanation of A
52.

A statement is given followed by three inferences numbered I, II, and III. Consider the statement to be true even if it is at variance with commonly known facts. You have to decide which of the inferences, if any, follow from the given statement._x005F_x000D_ Statement: Japan will open up its doors to about two lakh IT professionals from India, and issue green cards to settle down in Japan and support the country's rapidly expanding IT infrastructure, said Shigeki Maeda, Executive Vice President at Japan External Trade Organisation (JETRO), a government body._x005F_x000D_ Inferences:_x005F_x000D_ I. There is a dearth of IT professionals in Japan._x005F_x000D_ II. IT professionals from India are way more talented and hardworking than professionals from other countries._x005F_x000D_ III. Japan’s IT industry is growing by leaps and bounds every year.

A. Both I and II follow
B. Both I and III follow
C. Both II and III follow
D. Only III follows
Answer» C. Both II and III follow
53.

A statement is followed by two arguments. Decide which of the arguments is/are strong with respect to the statement._x005F_x000D_ Statement:_x005F_x000D_ Should gymnastics be made compulsory in schools?_x005F_x000D_ Arguments:_x005F_x000D_ I. Yes, it would help in overall development of a child._x005F_x000D_ II. No, it is unnecessary waste of time and energy. Children should be sent to extra coaching classes._x005F_x000D_

A. Only argument II is strong
B. Only argument I is strong
C. Both I and II are strong
D. Neither I nor II is strong
Answer» C. Both I and II are strong
54.

A statement is followed by two arguments. Decide which of the arguments is/are strong with respect to the statement._x005F_x000D_ Statement:_x005F_x000D_ There should be strict penalty for people using mobile phone while driving._x005F_x000D_ Arguments:_x005F_x000D_ I. Yes, it will ensure that the number of accidents due to mobile phone usage gets avoided._x005F_x000D_ II. No, it is difficult to implement as people are used to using cell phones anywhere._x005F_x000D_

A. Only argument I is strong.
B. Both I and II are strong.
C. Only argument II is strong.
D. Neither I nor II is strong.
Answer» B. Both I and II are strong.
55.

A statement is followed by two arguments. Decide which of the arguments is/are strong with respect to the statement._x005F_x000D_ Statement:From tender age children must be trained to do household chores._x005F_x000D_ Arguments:I. Yes, it will make them grow responsible for their work.II. No, it is enough that we send them to school as they learn everything there.

A. Neither I nor II is strong.
B. Only argument I is strong.
C. Only argument II is strong.
D. Both I and II are strong.
Answer» C. Only argument II is strong.
56.

A statement is followed by two arguments. Decide which of the arguments is/are strong with respect to the statement._x005F_x000D_ Statement:_x005F_x000D_ The good aspects of edible oils are retained only when extracted by traditional cold pressed methods._x005F_x000D_ Arguments:_x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ I. Yes, recent research says oil extracted by old method is good for health._x005F_x000D_ II. No, the cold pressed oil is very costly and not affordable for common public_x005F_x000D_

A. Only argument II is strong.
B. Both arguments I and II are strong
C. Only argument I is strong.
D. Neither I nor II is strong.
Answer» D. Neither I nor II is strong.
57.

A statement is followed by two arguments. Decide which of the arguments is/are strong with respect to the statement._x005F_x000D_ Statement:Should too much revealing dress be banned?_x005F_x000D_ Argument:1. Yes, it disturbs the people and create abuse.2. No, wearing cloths of their choice is the fundamental right of the individual

A. Neither argument l and 2 is strong
B. Only argument 1 is strong
C. Only argument 2 is strong
D. Either argument 1 or 2 is strong
Answer» D. Either argument 1 or 2 is strong