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451.

Below are given statements followed by some conclusions. You have to take the given statements to be true even if they seem to be at variance with the commonly known facts and then decide which of the given conclusions logically follow(s) from the given statements._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Statements :_x005F_x000D_ A. Some fruits are vegetables_x005F_x000D_ B. All vegetables are plants_x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Conclusions :_x005F_x000D_ I. Some plants are vegetable_x005F_x000D_ II. Some fruits are plants_x005F_x000D_

A. Only conclusion I follows
B. Only conclusion II follows
C. Both I and II follow
D. Neither of them follows
Answer» D. Neither of them follows
452.

Below are given statements followed by some conclusions. You have to take the given statements to be true even if they seem to be at variance with the commonly known facts._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Statements :1) Beacuse of motor vehicles like cars, pollution has increased manifold.2) Resiratory diseases are increasing due to pollution._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Conclusions :1) If cars were not there pollution would be nil.2) Doctors earn a lot due tgo pollution._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Decide which of the given conclusions logically follows from the given statements._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_

A. Either 1or 2 follow
B. Neither 1 nor 2 follow
C. Only conclusion 1 follows
D. Only conclusion 2 follows
Answer» C. Only conclusion 1 follows
453.

Artists are generally whimsical. Some of them are frustrated. Frustrated people are prone to be drug addicts._x005F_x000D_ Based on these statements which of the following conclusions is true?

A. All frustrated people are drug addicts
B. Frustrated people are whimsical
C. All drug addicts are artists
D. Some artists may be drug addicts
Answer» E.
454.

Assuming the given statements to be true, find which of the two conclusions A and B given below is/are definitely true._x005F_x000D_ Statements: C < T < L= P > Q,  N > C > Y_x005F_x000D_ Conclusions:   A. P > Y       B. Y < P

A. only conclusion B is true.
B. only conclusion A is true.
C. neither conclusion I nor II is true.
D. either conclusion I or II is true.
Answer» B. only conclusion A is true.
455.

Below are given statements followed by some conclusions. You have to take the given statements to be true even if they seem to be at variance with the commonly known facts. Statements :1) Some kids are clever.2) Some kids are players._x005F_x000D_ Conclusions :1. Some players are clever.2. Some clever kids are players._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Decide which of the given conclusions logically follow(S) from the given statements._x005F_x000D_

A. Only conclusion 1 follows
B. Only conclusion 2 follows
C. Both conclusion 1 and 2 follows
D. Neither conclusion 1 nor 2 follows
Answer» D. Neither conclusion 1 nor 2 follows
456.

As per the National Forestry Report, 1998 , India must retain a true cover of 33 per cent as against the 19 per cent at present . A budgetary allocation of Rs 850 crore is just a drop in the ocean._x005F_x000D_ Conclusions:_x005F_x000D_ I. The forest coverage in a country should be in proportion to its popullation _x005F_x000D_ II. Inadequate budgetary allocation comes in the way of enhancing the forest coverage.

A. If only conclusion I follows
B. If only conclusion II follows
C. If neither I nor II follows
D. If both I and II follow
Answer» C. If neither I nor II follows
457.

An assertion(A) and a reason(R) are given below._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Assertion(A): Leaves are green in colour._x005F_x000D_ Reason(R): Chlorophyll, a green pigment is present in leaves._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
458.

An assertion and a reason are given below._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Assertion : When velocity is kept constant and wavelength is halved, then the frequency is doubled._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Reason : Velocity = Frequency x Wavelength_x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Choose the answer._x005F_x000D_

A. Both Assertion and Reason are true and Reason is the correct explanation of Assertion
B. Both Assertion and Reason are true but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion
C. Both Assertion and Reason are false
D. Assertion is true but Reason is false
Answer» B. Both Assertion and Reason are true but Reason is not the correct explanation of Assertion
459.

An assertion (A) and a reason(R) are given below._x005F_x000D_ Assertion (A) : Some land outside the forest area is not fertile._x005F_x000D_ Reason (R) : Extensive cattle grazing leads to loss of soil fertility._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» C. A is true, but R is false
460.

An Assertion (A) and a Reason (R) are given below._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Assertion (A) : We feel comfortable in hot and humid climate._x005F_x000D_ Reason (R) : Sweat evaporates faster in humid climate._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Choose the correct option._x005F_x000D_

A. A is true but R is false
B. A is false but R is true
C. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
D. Both A and R are false
Answer» E.
461.

An Assertion (A) and Reason (R) are given below._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Assertion (A) : Leakages in household gas cylinders can be detected._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Reason (R) : LPG has a strong smell._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Choose the correct option._x005F_x000D_

A. Both A and R are false
B. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
C. A is false but R is true
D. A is true but R is false
Answer» E.
462.

An assertion (A) and a reason (R) are given below._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Assertion (A) : Tungsten filament is used for making light bulbs._x005F_x000D_ Reason (R) : Tungsten has a high melting point._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
463.

An assertion (A) and a reason (R) are given below._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Assertion (A) : Electric wires are generally made of copper._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Reason (R) : Copper is a good conductor._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
464.

An assertion (A) and a Reason (R) are given below._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Assertion (A) : The Indian Constitution came into force with effect from 26th January 1950._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Reason (R) : 26th January is celebrated as the Republic day._x005F_x000D_

A. A is true but R is false
B. A is false but R is true
C. Both A and R are false
D. Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A
Answer» E.
465.

An Assertion (A) and a Reason (R) are given below._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Assertion (A) : In India judiciary is independent of the executive._x005F_x000D_ Reason (R) : Judiciary favors the government and helps in the implementation of its plans._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Choose the correct option._x005F_x000D_

A. A is true but R is false
B. A is false but R is true
C. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
D. Both A and R are false
Answer» B. A is false but R is true
466.

An Assertion (A) and a Reason (R) are given below._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Assertion (A) : Earthworms are not good for agriculture._x005F_x000D_ Reason (R) : Earthworms break down the soil into fine particles and make it soft._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Choose the correct option._x005F_x000D_

A. A is true but R is false
B. A is false but R is true
C. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
D. Both A and R are false
Answer» C. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
467.

An Assertion (A) and a Reason (R) are given below._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Assertion (A) : Clothes are not washed properly in hot water._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Reason (R) : Hard water contains many minerals._x005F_x000D_

A. A is true but R is false
B. A is false but R is true
C. Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
D. Both A and R are true but R is not the correct explanation of A
Answer» E.
468.

All snakes are trees. Some trees are roads. All roads are mountains._x005F_x000D_ Conclusions: _x005F_x000D_ 1. Some mountains are snakes_x005F_x000D_ 2. Some roads are snakes_x005F_x000D_ 3. Some mountains are trees

A. Only 1 follows
B. Only 2 follows
C. Only 3 follows
D. Both 1 and 2 follow
Answer» D. Both 1 and 2 follow
469.

A statement is given followed by two conclusions labelled I and II. Consider the given statement to be true even if it seems to be at variance with the commonly known facts and then decide which of the given conclusions Logically follow(s) from the given statement disregarding the commonly known facts._x005F_x000D_ Statement:_x005F_x000D_ Due to the decision to explode eight nuclear weapons at its test site, the nation is facing internationalopposition_x005F_x000D_ .Conclusions:_x005F_x000D_ I. The citizens of the nation supported the decision._x005F_x000D_ II. Some powerful countries do not want other nations to become as powerful as they are._x005F_x000D_

A. Either conclusion I or II follows.
B. Only conclusion II follows.
C. Neither conclusion I nor II follows.
D. Only conclusion I follows.
Answer» D. Only conclusion I follows.
470.

All windows are doors. No door is wall_x005F_x000D_ Conclusions:_x005F_x000D_ 1. No window is wall_x005F_x000D_ 2. No Wall is door

A. Only 1 follows
B. Only 2 follows
C. Either 1 or 2 follows
D. Both 1 and 2 follow
Answer» E.
471.

All flowers are toys. Some toys are trees. Some angels are trees_x005F_x000D_ Conclusions:_x005F_x000D_ 1. Some angels are toys_x005F_x000D_ 2. Some trees are flowers_x005F_x000D_ 3. Some flowers are angels

A. None follows
B. Only 1 follows
C. Only 2 follows
D. Only 1 and 3 follow
Answer» B. Only 1 follows
472.

A statement followed by some conclusions are given below._x005F_x000D_ Statements:_x005F_x000D_ 1. Medical profession has become the most unethical._x005F_x000D_ 2. People are afraid of falling sick._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Conclusions :_x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ I. Medical is the only unethical profession._x005F_x000D_ II. Unethical people fall sick._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_

A. Only conclusion I follows.
B. Only conclusion II follows.
C. Both I and II follow.
D. Neither I nor II follows.
Answer» E.
473.

A statement followed by some conclusions are given below._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Statement: Unlike Aryabhata, moon is a natural satellite of the Earth._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Conclusions:_x005F_x000D_ I. Aryabhatta is not a satellite._x005F_x000D_ II. Moon is star and Aryabhatta is a satellite._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Find which of the given conclusions logically follow from the given statement._x005F_x000D_

A. Only conclusion I follows.
B. Only conclusion II follows.
C. Both I and II follow.
D. Neither I nor II follows.
Answer» E.
474.

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_ Every week schools should allow a free, full day of physical activity and games._x005F_x000D_ Arguments:_x005F_x000D_ I. Yes, giving them freedom will help them to interact with others and explore new avenues_x005F_x000D_ II. No, there wouldn't be discipline_x005F_x000D_

A. Neither I nor II is strong
B. Only argument II is strong
C. Only argument I is strong
D. Both I and II are strong.
Answer» D. Both I and II are strong.
475.

A statement followed by some conclusions are given below._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Statement: The price of pulses has increased steeply._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Conclusions_x005F_x000D_ 1.People cannot buy pulses_x005F_x000D_ 2.Pulses have become a rare commodity_x005F_x000D_ ._x005F_x000D_ Find which of the given conclusions logically follow from the given statement._x005F_x000D_

A. Only conclusion I follows
B. Only conclusion II follows
C. Both I and II follow.
D. Neither I nor II follows.
Answer» E.
476.

A statement followed by some conclusions are given below._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Statement : Religions teach the guiding principles for leading one's life._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Conclusions : _x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ I. Religion is a way of life._x005F_x000D_ II. Religion is a teacher._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Find which of the given conclusions logically follow from the given statement._x005F_x000D_

A. Only conclusion I follows
B. Only conclusion II follows
C. Both I and II follow
D. Neither I nor II follows
Answer» B. Only conclusion II follows
477.

A statement followed by some conclusions are given below._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Statement: Customer service cannot be enforced. It has to come from within._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Conclusions:_x005F_x000D_ I. Customer service should be voluntary_x005F_x000D_ II. Employees do not serve customers._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Find which of the given conclusions logically follow from the given statement._x005F_x000D_

A. only conclusions I follows
B. only conclusions II follows
C. Both I and II follow
D. Neither I nor II follows.
Answer» B. only conclusions II follows
478.

A series is given with one term missing. Choose the correct alternative from the given ones that will complete the series._x005F_x000D_ Seed, Stem, leaf, ?_x005F_x000D_

A. Plant
B. Tree
C. Fruit
D. Flower
Answer» E.
479.

A question is given followed by two statements. Decide which of the given statements is sufficient to answer the question._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ What is the percentage increase in profit of Company X in 2016 with respect to that in 2014?_x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Statements :_x005F_x000D_ 1. Company profit in 2014 was Rs.1 lakh, which is 10% more than that in 2015._x005F_x000D_ 2. Company profit in 2016 was Rs.2 lakh, which was Rs. 1 lakh more than that in 2014._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_

A. Both 1 and 2 are sufficient
B. 1 alone is sufficient while 2 alone is not sufficient
C. 2 alone is sufficient while 1 alone is not sufficient
D. Either 1 or 2 is sufficient
Answer» D. Either 1 or 2 is sufficient
480.

Which of the following will be definitely true if the given expression T≥U≥M=N

A. T< J
B. U>M
C. R>N
D. R ≥ M
Answer» D. R ≥ M
481.

A junior college inducts students based on the following criteria - _x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ 1. Students who scored above 75% in physics, 85% in Mathematics and 70% in Chemistry._x005F_x000D_ 2. Students who scored at least 60% in English._x005F_x000D_ 3. Students who are good in a sport or play a musical instrument or know a dance form._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Which student among the following will the college definitely take?_x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_

A. Shakti with 80% in Physics, 65% in Chemistry, 85% in Mathematics, 61% in English and plays veena.
B. Megha secured 80% in Physics, 87% in Mathematics, 70% in English, 75% in Chemistry and is a singer.
C. Sheela secured 78% in Physics, 70% in Chemistry, 85% in Mathematics, 75% in English knows Manipuri folk dance.
D. Mallika secured 70% in Chemistry, 70% in Mathematics, 85% in Physics, 65% in English and plays basketball.
Answer» D. Mallika secured 70% in Chemistry, 70% in Mathematics, 85% in Physics, 65% in English and plays basketball.
482.

In the question two statements are given, followed by two conclusions, I and II. You have to consider the statements to be true even if it seems to be at variance from commonly known facts. You have to decide which of the given conclusions, if any, follows from the given statements._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Statement I: No medals are trophies_x005F_x000D_ Statement II: No badges are medals_x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Conclusion I: All trophies are badges_x005F_x000D_ Conclusion II: Some badges are trophies_x005F_x000D_

A. Only conclusion I follows
B. Only conclusion II follows
C. Both conclusions I and II follow
D. Neither conclusion I nor conclusion II follows
Answer» E.
483.

In the question two statements are given, followed by two conclusions, I and II. You have to consider the statements to be true even if it seems to be at variance from commonly known facts. You have to decide which of the given conclusions, if any, follows from the given statements._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Statement I: Some purses are pockets_x005F_x000D_ Statement II: All purses are wallets_x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Conclusion I: All pockets are wallets_x005F_x000D_ Conclusion II: No wallets are pockets_x005F_x000D_

A. Only conclusion I follows
B. Only conclusion II follows
C. Both conclusions I and II follow
D. Neither conclusion I nor conclusion II follows
Answer» E.
484.

In the question two statements are given, followed by two conclusions, I and II. You have to consider the statements to be true even if it seems to be atvariance from commonly known facts. You have to decide which of the given conclusions, if any, follows from the given statements._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Statement I: All hats are caps_x005F_x000D_ Statement II: All headgears are hats_x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Conclusion I: No caps are headgears_x005F_x000D_ Conclusion II: No headgears are caps_x005F_x000D_

A. Only conclusion I follows
B. Only conclusion II follows
C. Both conclusions I and II follow
D. Neither conclusion I nor conclusion II follows_x005F_x000D_
Answer» E.
485.

In the question two statements are given, followed by two conclusions, I and II. You have to consider the statements to be true even if it seems to be at variance from commonly known facts. You have to decide which of the given conclusions, if any, follows from the given statements._x005F_x000D_ Statement I: Some notes are coins_x005F_x000D_ Statement II: All notes are currency_x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Conclusion I: No coins are currency_x005F_x000D_ Conclusion II: Some currency are coins

A. Only conclusion I follows
B. Only conclusion II follows
C. Both conclusions I and II follow
D. Neither conclusion I nor conclusion II follows
Answer» C. Both conclusions I and II follow
486.

In the question two statements are given, followed by two conclusions, I and II. You have to consider the statements to be true even if it seems to be at variance from commonly known facts. You have to decide which of the given conclusions, if any, follows from the given statements._x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Statement I: All matchboxes are lighters_x005F_x000D_ Statement II: Some fire are match boxes_x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_  _x005F_x000D_ Conclusion I: No lighters are fire_x005F_x000D_ Conclusion II: All fire are lighters

A. Only conclusion I follows
B. Only conclusion II follows
C. Both conclusions I and II follow
D. Neither conclusion I nor conclusion II follows
Answer» E.