254 questions asked across 4 exam years, newest first
Instruction: Identify the assumptions that must hold for the statement to be valid, then choose the correct option. Statement: While technological advancements in energy production have made renewable sources more cost-competitive, their intermittent nature means that large-scale adoption will require significant investments in energy storage technologies to stabilize the grid. Assumptions: I. Renewable energy sources are not continuous and need energy storage solutions. II. The high cost of renewable energy production makes its adoption difficult without subsidies. III. Energy storage technologies are a necessary component of a stable energy grid with high renewable energy input.
Answer: A
Read the following statement carefully and identify the conclusion that follows. Statement: Traffic violations have decreased after the installation of speed cameras. Conclusions: I. Surveillance discourages rule-breaking. II. People respect traffic rules voluntarily.
Answer: A
Instruction: Identify the assumptions that must hold for the statement to be valid, then choose the correct option. Statement: The discovery of gravitational waves has provided strong evidence for Einstein's theory of general relativity, but it also opens up new possibilities for understanding the universe's most extreme phenomena, such as black holes and neutron stars. Assumptions: I. Gravitational waves offer new insights into the nature of the universe. II. Einstein's theory of general relativity has been conclusively proven by the discovery of gravitational waves. III. The study of gravitational waves will lead to new breakthroughs in astrophysics.
Answer: A
Read the following statement carefully and identify the conclusion that follows. Statement: Fewer people applied for teaching posts this year. Conclusions: I. Teaching is losing popularity. II. Applicants may be seeking better-paying jobs.
Answer: C
Read the following statement carefully and identify the conclusion that follows. Statement: All plants are living beings. Some living beings are animals. Conclusions: I. Some plants are animals. II. All animals are plants.
Answer: D
Consider the following statement and choose the option that follows. Problem: Frequent breakdown of ATM machines in remote areas. Course of Action: Action I. Banks should deploy mobile ATMs in these areas. Action II. Banks should shut down ATMs that face regular issues.
Answer: A
The given statements are followed by two conclusions. Find out which conclusion is TRUE based on the given statements. Statements: S > T = U, V ≥ W < T, O = S = P, W > Q > R Conclusions: I. T = O II. T > O
Answer: D
Identify the assumptions that must hold for the statement to be valid, then choose the correct option. Statement: The Directive Principles of State Policy (DPSPs) are non-justiciable in nature, meaning they cannot be enforced by the courts. However, they serve as guidelines for the government to formulate policies that promote social justice, economic welfare, and the overall well-being of the citizens. Assumptions: I. The DPSPs serve as instructions to the government to create policies aimed at promoting welfare. II. Since the DPSPs are not enforceable by courts, they have limited significance in real governance. III. The incorporation of DPSPs in the Constitution reflects the importance of social justice and welfare in Indian governance.
Answer: B
Read the following statement carefully and identify the conclusion that follows. Statement: The government has increased import duty on luxury cars. Conclusions: I. Imported luxury cars will become more expensive. II. Local car manufacturers will stop making budget cars.
Answer: A
Read the following statement carefully and identify the conclusion that follows. Statement: Attendance in public libraries has increased in recent years. Conclusions: I. People are regaining interest in reading. II. Digital platforms have become less popular.
Answer: A
Instruction: Identify the assumptions that must hold for the statement to be valid, then choose the correct option. Statement: Despite the unpredictability of future technologies, regulatory frameworks must evolve to preempt ethical crises. Assumptions: I. Unregulated technological growth can cause ethical dilemmas. II. Ethical standards are often retrofitted to existing technology. III. Regulatory systems can always accurately predict technological outcomes.
Answer: A
Read the following statement carefully and identify the conclusion that follows. Statement: The education ministry has made moral education compulsory in schools. Conclusions: I. Students must attend moral education classes. II. Schools were not offering moral education earlier.
Answer: A
A statement is given followed by two conclusions. Find which conclusion is TRUE based on the given statement. Statement: Conclusions: I: A < O II: C < G
Answer: A
Read the following statement carefully and identify the conclusion that follows. Statement: The bank has introduced a biometric login system. Conclusions: I. The bank wants to improve security. II. Customers must carry biometric IDs.
Answer: A
Read the following statement carefully and identify the conclusion that follows. Statement: Some animals are carnivores. Some carnivores are wild. Conclusions: I. Some animals are wild. II. All wild are animals.
Answer: D
Instruction: Identify the assumptions that must hold for the statement to be valid, then choose the correct option. Statement: The advancement of biotechnology has the potential to revolutionize medicine by allowing for the development of personalized treatments, but it also raises ethical questions regarding genetic manipulation and the potential for inequality in access to these treatments. Assumptions: I. Biotechnology has the power to create personalized medical treatments. II. The ethical implications of biotechnology need to be addressed to prevent misuse. III. Biotechnology will be accessible to everyone, ensuring equality in treatment access.
Answer: A
Read the following statement carefully and identify the conclusion that follows. Statement: The economy grew by 8% this year, the highest in a decade. Conclusions: I. Economic reforms have been successful. II. Growth in previous years was below 8%.
Answer: B
Statements: No circles are squares. Some squares are triangles. Conclusions: I. Some triangles are not circles. II. No triangle is a circle.
Answer: A
Instruction: Identify the assumptions that must hold for the statement to be valid, then choose the correct option. Statement: Despite increasing consumer interest, electric vehicles are still significantly more expensive than gasoline-powered vehicles, and subsidies are essential to boost their adoption. Assumptions: I. The price difference is a major barrier to widespread adoption of electric vehicles. II. Subsidies can make electric vehicles affordable for consumers. III. The adoption of electric vehicles will significantly reduce carbon emissions.
Answer: A
Read the following statement carefully and identify the conclusion that follows. Statement: The school library is open from 9 AM to 5 PM. Conclusions: I. Students can borrow books after 5 PM. II. The library is not accessible before 9 AM.
Answer: B
Instruction: Identify the assumptions that must hold for the statement to be valid, then choose the correct option. Statement: The rapid advancement of automation and artificial intelligence could lead to significant job displacement, but it also presents an opportunity to create new jobs in emerging industries. Assumptions: I. Automation and AI could cause job losses in some sectors. II. New industries will emerge as a result of automation and AI. III. The displacement caused by automation is temporary and will be reversed by new industries.
Answer: A
In the following questions, the symbols @, #, $, © and % are used with the following meaning as illustrated below: P @ Q ⇒ P ≥ Q; P # Q ⇒ P ≤ Q; P $ Q ⇒ P < Q; P © Q ⇒ P > Q; P % Q ⇒ P = Q. Statements: M © N, N # O. Conclusions: I. M © O II. M @ O
Answer: D
Read the following statement carefully and identify the conclusion that follows. Statement: Smoking is prohibited in public places as per the new law. Conclusions: I. People can smoke in private spaces. II. Smoking harms public health.
Answer: D
Read the following statement carefully and identify the conclusion that follows. Statement: No student of Class X failed the science exam this year. Conclusions: I. The science exam was very easy. II. All students of Class X passed science.
Answer: B
Instruction: Identify the assumptions that must hold for the statement to be valid, then choose the correct option. Statement: Although recent advancements in quantum computing have significantly improved processing speeds, the stability of quantum states remains a critical barrier to developing large- scale quantum computers for practical applications. Assumptions: I. Quantum computing holds the potential for faster data processing than classical computing. II. Quantum states are inherently unstable, making large-scale quantum computing unfeasible. III. Recent advancements in quantum computing have resolved the issue of quantum state stability.
Answer: A
