Statement and Assumption Questions

• Statement–Assumption — “At an all-India conference, the session on Brand Management surprisingly drew a large audience and received excellent media coverage.” Assumptions: I) Nobody expected such an encouraging response. II) Brands are not managed properly in India. III) The media is always very positive towards brands. Choose the implicit assumption(s).
• Statement–Assumption — “The school will rent out its premises during weekends and holidays for functions to augment resources.” Assumptions: I) Parents may protest against the decision. II) There may not be enough demand for hiring the premises. Choose the implicit assumption(s).
• Statement–Assumption — “The civic body urges residents to voluntarily cut potable water use by ~30% to tide over the water crisis.” Assumptions: I) Many residents may comply and reduce consumption. II) Activists may welcome the move and spread awareness among residents. Choose the implicit assumption(s).
• Statement: The school authority has decided to award five grace marks in English to all students of Standard IX because overall performance in English was below expectations. Assumptions: I. A majority of Standard IX students may still fail in English even after awarding the grace marks. II. A majority of Standard IX students may now pass English after awarding the grace marks. Choose the option that identifies which assumption(s) is/are implicit.
• Statement: A major retail store announced a 30% reduction on all food items during the weekend. Assumptions: I. People may still prefer to buy food items from other stores. II. A large number of customers may visit this retail store and purchase food items because of the discount. Choose the option that identifies which assumption(s) is/are implicit.
• Statement: The civic administration has directed residents of dilapidated buildings to vacate, as these structures will be demolished within the next 30 days. Assumptions: I. The civic administration will be able to carry out demolition as per schedule. II. The residents of these buildings will vacate and find temporary accommodation elsewhere. Choose the option that identifies which assumption(s) is/are implicit.
• Statement: The captain of the school football team has selected only fourteen players to play all eight matches of the inter-school football competition. Assumptions: I. Fourteen players will be adequate to field a team and manage contingencies across all matches. II. The captain will be able to play in every match. Choose the option that identifies which assumption(s) is/are implicit.
• Statement: “Want to be a Probationary Officer (PO)? Get admission into institute ‘M’,” says A to B. Assumptions: I. B will accept or act upon A’s advice. II. A has knowledge about institute ‘M’ (and believes it helps PO aspirants). Choose the option that identifies which assumption(s) is/are implicit.
• Statement: ‘A’ computer — “the largest selling name with the largest range,” says an advertisement. Assumptions: I. ‘A’ computer is the only brand offering wide variations. II. There is sufficient market demand for computers. Choose the option that identifies which assumption(s) is/are implicit.
• Statement: The Government has decided to provide monetary relief to farmers in drought-hit areas. Assumptions: I. Farmers in the affected area will accept the Government’s relief. II. The Government machinery will be able to reach affected farmers to deliver relief. Choose the option that identifies which assumption(s) is/are implicit.
• Statement: “Everybody loves reading adventure stories.” Assumptions: I. Adventure stories are the only reading materials available. II. Nobody loves reading any other material. Choose the option that identifies which assumption(s) is/are implicit.
• Statement: Even after increasing the number of sugar factories in India, we still import sugar. Assumptions: I. Per-capita sugar consumption has increased in India. II. Many factories are unable to produce at full capacity. Choose the option that identifies which assumption(s) is/are implicit.
• Statement: “You must learn to refer to a dictionary if you want to become a good writer,” A advises B. Assumptions: I. Only writers refer to a dictionary. II. All writers (good or bad) refer to a dictionary. Choose the option that identifies which assumption(s) is/are implicit.
• Statement: Government-aided schools should have uniformity in charging various fees. Assumptions: I. The Government’s subsidy comes from tax money collected from people. II. While granting subsidy, the Government may have stipulated uniform fee conditions. Choose the option that identifies which assumption(s) is/are implicit.
• Statement: Unemployment allowance should be given to all unemployed Indian youth aged 18 or above. Assumptions: I. There exist unemployed youth who need monetary support. II. The Government has sufficient funds to provide such allowance to all unemployed youth. Choose the option that identifies which assumption(s) is/are implicit.
• Statement: Postal rates have been increased to meet the deficit. Assumptions: I. Present postal rates were very low. II. If rates are not increased, the deficit cannot be met. Choose the option that identifies which assumption(s) is/are implicit.
• Statement: “He who rises from prayer a better man has had his prayer answered.” Assumptions: I. Prayer makes a person more humane/better. II. Prayer atones for all misdeeds. Choose the option that identifies which assumption(s) is/are implicit.
• Statement: “If farmers want to improve their yield, they must use organic fertilizers instead of chemical fertilizers.” Assumptions: I. Chemical fertilizers have ill effects on health. II. Chemical fertilizers do not produce as much yield as organic fertilizers. Choose the option that identifies which assumption(s) is/are implicit.
• Statement: “Store eatables in the deep freeze to preserve them for a long time.” Assumptions: I. Food remains safe and edible after long deep-freezing. II. It is impossible to store any eatable at room temperature even for a short time. Choose the option that identifies which assumption(s) is/are implicit.
• Statement: “To replenish soil nutrients, it is important to grow different types of crops in alternate seasons.” Assumptions: I. A crop can never be grown a second time in the same field. II. If a different crop is grown next season, no fertilizers are needed at all. Choose the option that identifies which assumption(s) is/are implicit.