Statement & Assumption — “I am actually enjoying my experience in the forest and my health is quite fine,” says a message from a hostage. Which assumptions are implicit? I. The hostage’s well-wishers may panic. II. The well-wishers may go into a frenzy.
Verbal Reasoning
Statement and Assumption
Difficulty: Easy
Choose an option
Answer
Correct Answer: if only assumption I is implicit.
Explanation
Introduction / Context:A reassurance message (“enjoying… health is fine”) presumes that loved ones are worried and need calming. Panic is the natural concern the sender seeks to mitigate.
Concept / Approach:Assumption I is necessary: without anticipating worry/panic, there is little point in emphasising wellbeing. Assumption II—“frenzy”—is a stronger, escalated state and is not necessary for sending reassurance.
Final Answer:Only Assumption I is implicit.