Passage and Conclusions Posted by vuotaa.com Categories Blog Date 7 April 2024 Comments 0 comment Report a question What’s wrong with this question? You cannot submit an empty report. Please add some details. /50 Passage and Conclusions Passage and conclusions tasks in analytical reasoning involve analyzing a given passage and deriving logical conclusions based on the information provided. Participants must comprehend the passage thoroughly, identify key points, and draw valid inferences or deductions from it. Mastery of passage and conclusions enhances critical thinking, inference skills, and the ability to extract relevant information from texts. These exercises are common in reading comprehension tests, aptitude assessments, and analytical reasoning tasks, serving as a measure of one’s ability to comprehend complex texts and draw reasoned conclusions from them. Effective performance in passage and conclusions tasks demonstrates proficiency in logical reasoning and analytical thinking. 1 / 50 1) For most, if they watch a movie more than once, different aspects in different order, like special effects, photography, story, music etc., would impress in a better way. A) If the data are inadequate i e. .,from the facts given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false B) If the inference is probably false though not definitely false in the light of the facts given C) If the inference is definitely true, i e. ., it properly follows from the statement of facts given D) If the inference is probably true though not definitely true in the light of the facts given Could even have been ‘definitely true’ except that question number 8 below is a sure shot. 2 / 50 2) Cardiac myopathy is hereditary A) If the inference is probably true though not definitely true in the light of the facts given B) If the data are inadequate i e. .,from the facts given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false C) If the inference is probably false though not definitely false in the light of the facts given D) If the inference is definitely true, i e. ., it properly follows from the statement of facts given Conclusion is definitely true as it is given in the passage that cardiac myopathy could follow child birth 3 / 50 3) The prices of agricultural produce do not generate expected return at present A) If the data is inadequate , i.e., from the facts given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false B) If the inference is definitely true, i.e., it properly follows from the facts given C) If the inference is probably true though not definitely true in the light of the facts given D) If the inference is definitely false, i.e., it cannot possibly be drawn from the facts given or it contradicts the given facts It is obvious from the third sentence. 4 / 50 4) The author watches most movies more than twice A) If the inference is definitely true, i e. ., it properly follows from the statement of facts given B) If the inference is probably false though not definitely false in the light of the facts given C) If the data are inadequate i e. .,from the facts given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false D) If the inference is probably true though not definitely true in the light of the facts given Note the line in “Have you ever seen … ?” (4th line in first paragraph). 5 / 50 5) Private funding in agricultural activity will significantly improve productivity. A) If the data is inadequate , i.e., from the facts given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false B) If the inference is probably true though not definitely true in the light of the facts given C) If the inference is definitely true, i.e., it properly follows from the facts given D) If the inference is definitely false, i.e., it cannot possibly be drawn from the facts given or it contradicts the given facts A measure suggested is likely to be true. 6 / 50 6) Technology does not have any effect on uses of water utilisation. A) If the data given is inadequate B) If you think the inference is ‘probably true’ C) If you think the inference is ‘definitely true’ D) If the inference is ‘definitely false’ In the given passage, technology, is considered crucial for water utilzation. So, the inference technology does not have any effect on uses of water utilization is definitely false 7 / 50 7) Birth rate is higher in urban areas as compared to rural areas. A) If the inference is probably false though not definitely false in the light of the facts given B) If the inference is definitely true, i e. ., it properly follows from the statement of facts given C) If the data are inadequate i e. .,from the facts given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false D) If the inference is probably true though not definitely true in the light of the facts given Data regarding comparative birth rate are not given in the passage. Hence, data is inadequate. 8 / 50 8) The public transport system is in the hand of private sector. A) If the inference is definitely true, i e. ., it properly follows from the statement of facts given B) If the inference is probably false though not definitely false in the light of the facts given C) If the inference is probably true though not definitely true in the light of the facts given D) If the data are inadequate i e. .,from the facts given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false It is not mentioned anywhere in the passage that public transport system is in the hands of private sector. 9 / 50 9) There is nothing to boast about urban services. A) If the inference is definitely true, i e. ., it properly follows from the statement of facts given B) If the data are inadequate i e. .,from the facts given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false C) If the inference is probably false though not definitely false in the light of the facts given D) If the inference is probably true though not definitely true in the light of the facts given It is clearly mentioned in the opening lines of the passage that urban services have deteriorated due to meager finances and related supports. 10 / 50 10) People in urban areas are less physically weak compared to people in rural areas. A) If the data are inadequate i e. .,from the facts given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false B) If the inference is probably true though not definitely true in the light of the facts given C) If the inference is definitely true, i e. ., it properly follows from the statement of facts given D) If the inference is probably false though not definitely false in the light of the facts given It is probably true because calorie requirement per person in the urban areas is less than that of the rural areas 11 / 50 11) More States indicated higher average in 1979 as compared to that of 1974-79. A) If the inference is probably true though not definitely true in the light of the facts given B) If the inference is probably false though not definitely false in the light of the facts given C) If the data are inadequate i e. .,from the facts given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false D) If the inference is definitely true, i e. ., it properly follows from the statement of facts given It is very clear from the last line of the passage. 12 / 50 12) There has been a decline in the rate of inflation in recent months in India. A) If the inference is probably false though not definitely false in the light of the facts given B) If the inference is definitely true, i e. ., it properly follows from the statement of facts given C) If the data are inadequate i e. .,from the facts given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false D) If the inference is probably true though not definitely true in the light of the facts given This is unlikely given the Government’s dogged efforts to keep steel prices and inflation under control. 13 / 50 13) Indian power sector is yet to attain status comparable to developed countries. A) If the inference is probably false though not definitely false in the light of the facts given B) If the data are inadequate i e. .,from the facts given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false C) If the inference is definitely true, i e. ., it properly follows from the statement of facts given D) If the inference is probably true though not definitely true in the light of the facts given Seems true on the basis of the grim scenario of the power sector painted in the passage. 14 / 50 14) Conservation of water resources is possible through wise use of water. A) If you think the inference is ‘definitely true’ B) If you think the inference is ‘probably true’ C) If the data given is inadequate D) If you think the inference is ‘probably false It has been reported in the passage that conservation of water resources is possible through wise use of water, so the inference is definitely true 15 / 50 15) The data from Karnataka was collected by both NIN and NNMB. A) If the data are inadequate i e. .,from the facts given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false B) If the inference is probably true though not definitely true in the light of the facts given C) If the inference is definitely true, i e. ., it properly follows from the statement of facts given D) If the inference is probably false though not definitely false in the light of the facts given It is given in the passage that data from Karnataka were collected by both the institutes. So, the conclusion is definitely true 16 / 50 16) The Korean economy is traditionally different than the Indian economy in its approach. A) If the inference is probably true though not definitely true in the light of the facts given B) If the inference is definitely true, i e. ., it properly follows from the statement of facts given C) If the data are inadequate i e. .,from the facts given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false D) If the inference is probably false though not definitely false in the light of the facts given South Korea adopted “outward oriented economic policies,” while India continued with “import substitution policy’’. 17 / 50 17) The movie ‘The Wizard of Oz’ will help improve business conversation. A) If the data are inadequate i e. .,from the facts given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false B) If the inference is probably true though not definitely true in the light of the facts given C) If the inference is definitely true, i e. ., it properly follows from the statement of facts given D) If the inference is definitely false i e. ., it cannot possibly be drawn from the facts given or it contradicts the given facts The movie has been used just as a example of how repeated interactions aquaint us with a fuller meaning. 18 / 50 18) Traders are largely benefited due to distress sale of agriculture produces. A) If the data is inadequate , i.e., from the facts given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false B) If the inference is definitely false, i.e., it cannot possibly be drawn from the facts given or it contradicts the given facts C) If the inference is definitely true, i.e., it properly follows from the facts given D) If the inference is probably true though not definitely true in the light of the facts given If farmers stand to lose in distress sale, then traders are obviously the gainers. 19 / 50 19) Most of the rural population is healthy and free of diseases. A) If the inference is definitely false, i.e., it cannot possibly be drawn from the facts given or it contradicts the given facts B) If the inference is definitely true, i.e., it properly follows from the statement of facts given C) If the data is inadequate , i.e., from the facts given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false D) If the inference is probably true though not definitely true in the light of the facts given It is definitely true that most of the people from rural areas are healthy because of their diet and regular exercise, it properly follows from the facts of paragraph given. 20 / 50 20) When people have access to health care, they live healthier lives and miss work less, allowing them to contribute more to the economy. A March 2014 study by researchers at the Universities of Colorado and Pennsylvania showed that workers with health insurance miss an average of 4.7 fewer work days than employees without health insurance. According to an Institute of Medicine report, the US economy loses $65-$130 billion annually as a result of diminished worker productivity, due to poor health and premature deaths, among the uninsured. In a Jan 14, 2016 speech, World Bank President Jim Yong Kim stated that all nations should provide a right to health care “to help foster economic growth”. Which of the following statements can be inferred from the passage? A) Countries which provide health care to its citizens might have more hardworking citizens than those which don’t B) Countries which provide health care to its citizens are richer than those which don’t C) If health care is provided to citizens, they are bound to be more productive economically D) Provision of health care increases the chances of better economic productivity Option (a) cannot be inferred from the passage, as the passage provides us comparative data about the level of hard work done by citizens of countries that provide health care, and of those that don’t. Option (b) cannot be inferred from the passage, as the passage does not draw any comparison between the wealth of countries that provide health care to its citizens and those that don’t. Option (c) is the right answer, as the passage gives us sufficient information from which we may be able to justifiably infer this option. Option (d) cannot be inferred from the passage, as we cannot assume that provision of health care is the only factor upon which the economic productivity depends. Thus, we cannot conclude that providing health care is bound to make citizens more productive. 21 / 50 21) Some countries in the Western World have fixed a price band for steel products in their domestic markets. A) If the inference is definitely true, i e. ., it properly follows from the statement of facts given B) If the inference is probably false though not definitely false in the light of the facts given C) If the inference is probably true though not definitely true in the light of the facts given D) If the data are inadequate i e. .,from the facts given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false Such a scenario is unlikely when “global steel prices are ruling at 30% premium to domestic prices”. 22 / 50 22) Government move to fix a price band of steel prices may adversely affect the steel manufacturing units in India. A) If the inference is probably true though not definitely true in the light of the facts given B) If the inference is probably false though not definitely false in the light of the facts given C) If the data are inadequate i e. .,from the facts given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false D) If the inference is definitely true, i e. ., it properly follows from the statement of facts given This move will only worsen the “challenging times” 23 / 50 23) India and China together are considered to be the driving force of the Asian economy A) If the data are inadequate i e. .,from the facts given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false B) If the inference is probably false though not definitely false in the light of the facts given C) If the inference is definitely true, i e. ., it properly follows from the statement of facts given D) If the inference is probably true though not definitely true in the light of the facts given The Asian growth stories mainly revolve around India and China. 24 / 50 24) India’s poverty alleviation programmes can only succeed after reaching agreement about the poverty line. A) If the inference is definitely true, i e. ., it properly follows from the statement of facts given B) If the data are inadequate i e. .,from the facts given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false C) If the inference is probably true though not definitely true in the light of the facts given D) If the inference is probably false though not definitely false in the light of the facts given Nothing has been discussed in the passage regarding agreement about poverty line. 25 / 50 25) The efficiency of the heart is inversely proportional to the size of the heart. A) If the inference is probably true though not definitely true in the light of the facts given B) If the inference is probably false though not definitely false in the light of the facts given C) If the inference is definitely true, i e. ., it properly follows from the statement of facts given D) If the data are inadequate i e. .,from the facts given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false Conclusion is definitely true from the last line of the passage that the condition is marked by an increase in the size of heart’s chamber and a decrease in efficiency of pumping 26 / 50 26) Traders are at a disadvantage for lack of organised trade practices of agricultural produces. A) If the data is inadequate , i.e., from the facts given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false B) If the inference is definitely false, i.e., it cannot possibly be drawn from the facts given or it contradicts the given facts C) If the inference is definitely true, i.e., it properly follows from the facts given D) If the inference is probably true though not definitely true in the light of the facts given It is the farmers who are being hurt; traders are benefiting from the lack of organised trade practices. 27 / 50 27) Price of steel is an integral part of the Wholesale Price Index (WPI) of India. A) If the inference is probably false though not definitely false in the light of the facts given B) If the inference is definitely true, i e. ., it properly follows from the statement of facts given C) If the data are inadequate i e. .,from the facts given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false D) If the inference is probably true though not definitely true in the light of the facts given Obvious from the first two sentences. 28 / 50 28) Many Indians, who are below the poverty line, get necessary amount of proteins. A) If the data are inadequate i e. .,from the facts given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false B) If the inference is probably false though not definitely false in the light of the facts given C) If the inference is definitely true, i e. ., it properly follows from the statement of facts given D) If the inference is probably true though not definitely true in the light of the facts given Data given in the passage is inadequate. 29 / 50 29) The cardiac myopathy slows down the heartbeat. A) If the inference is probably true though not definitely true in the light of the facts given B) If the inference is definitely true, i e. ., it properly follows from the statement of facts given C) If the inference is probably false though not definitely false in the light of the facts given D) If the data are inadequate i e. .,from the facts given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false Conclusion is probably true because it is given in the last line that cardiac myopathy is a result of enlargement of heart’s chamber and decrease in the efficiency of pumping. 30 / 50 30) Aggregate technical and commercial loss is much less than 30% of the total power generation. A) If the inference is definitely false i e. ., it cannot possibly be drawn from the facts given or it contradicts the given facts B) If the inference is definitely true, i e. ., it properly follows from the statement of facts given C) If the data are inadequate i e. .,from the facts given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false D) If the inference is probably true though not definitely true in the light of the facts given They are “over a third of total generation”. 31 / 50 31) The increase in diseases like diabetes, heart attacks etc is controllable by taking proper measures. A) If the inference is definitely false, i.e., it cannot possibly be drawn from the facts given or it contradicts the given facts B) If the inference is definitely true, i.e., it properly follows from the statement of facts given C) If the data is inadequate , i.e., from the facts given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false D) If the inference is probably true though not definitely true in the light of the facts given The statement is probably true but from the facts given in paragraph, it cannot be deduced that it is definitely true. 32 / 50 32) The tips are given for understanding business conversation A) If the data are inadequate i e. .,from the facts given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false B) If the inference is probably false though not definitely false in the light of the facts given C) If the inference is probably true though not definitely true in the light of the facts given D) If the inference is definitely true, i e. ., it properly follows from the statement of facts given Properly follows the statement of facts given. 33 / 50 33) The economic growth of India prior to 1990s was much higher than the present growth rate. A) If the data are inadequate i e. .,from the facts given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false B) If the inference is definitely true, i e. ., it properly follows from the statement of facts given C) If the inference is definitely false i e. ., it cannot possibly be drawn from the facts given or it contradicts the given facts D) If the inference is probably true though not definitely true in the light of the facts given It is obvious from the last sentence of the passage. 34 / 50 34) Rural people should not migrate to urban cities, if they value their health. A) If the data is inadequate , i.e., from the facts given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false B) If the inference is definitely true, i.e., it properly follows from the statement of facts given C) If the inference is probably true though not definitely true in the light of the facts given D) If the inference is definitely false, i.e., it cannot possibly be drawn from the facts given or it contradicts the given facts From the above facts, it is probably true, that rural people should not migrate to urban cities, as there the way and standard of living is different from that of rural areas, so it will be hard for them to adjust but it is not definitely true as with time they can adjust. 35 / 50 35) Indian power generation is largely controlled by private sector. A) If the data are inadequate i e. .,from the facts given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false B) If the inference is probably true though not definitely true in the light of the facts given C) If the inference is definitely false i e. ., it cannot possibly be drawn from the facts given or it contradicts the given facts D) If the inference is definitely true, i e. ., it properly follows from the statement of facts given The passage talks of “preponderance of state utilities” in power supply. 36 / 50 36) Japan’s economic growth over the last decade is the highest in Asia. A) If the inference is probably true though not definitely true in the light of the facts given B) If the inference is probably false though not definitely false in the light of the facts given C) If the inference is definitely true, i e. ., it properly follows from the statement of facts given D) If the data are inadequate i e. .,from the facts given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false It is clear from the second line of last passage. 37 / 50 37) The advice is being given to the sales team A) If the inference is probably false though not definitely false in the light of the facts given B) If the data are inadequate i e. .,from the facts given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false C) If the inference is probably true though not definitely true in the light of the facts given D) If the inference is definitely true, i e. ., it properly follows from the statement of facts given It could be given to any individual or any business team. 38 / 50 38) Earlier, the patients suffering from the cardiac myopathy were required to travel abroad for such operations. A) If the inference is probably true though not definitely true in the light of the facts given B) If the inference is definitely true, i e. ., it properly follows from the statement of facts given C) If the inference is probably false though not definitely false in the light of the facts given D) If the data are inadequate i e. .,from the facts given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false Data given in the passage is inadequate to analyse this conclusion as nothing has been given regarding the facility available for this disease earlier in India. 39 / 50 39) People living above the poverty line are less likely to suffer from infections. A) If the inference is probably true though not definitely true in the light of the facts given B) If the inference is definitely true, i e. ., it properly follows from the statement of facts given C) If the data are inadequate i e. .,from the facts given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false D) If the inference is probably false though not definitely false in the light of the facts given It is given in the last line of the passage that protein is related to resistance to infections. Since, people above poverty line may getsufficient amount of protein intakeand so are less likely to suffer frominfections. 40 / 50 40) The new technique was never tried in India in the past. A) If the inference is probably false though not definitely false in the light of the facts given B) If the inference is probably true though not definitely true in the light of the facts given C) If the inference is definitely true, i e. ., it properly follows from the statement of facts given D) If the data are inadequate i e. .,from the facts given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false Opening line of the passage reads “a radical new surgical procedure launched not long ago is holding fresh hopes”. i.e., this surgery has not been used in India earlier. 41 / 50 41) Only Korean economy is considered as robust by the international community. A) If the inference is probably true though not definitely true in the light of the facts given B) If the inference is definitely true, i e. ., it properly follows from the statement of facts given C) If the data are inadequate i e. .,from the facts given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false D) If the inference is definitely false i e. ., it cannot possibly be drawn from the facts given or it contradicts the given facts China, India and Japan also have robust economies. 42 / 50 42) In recent past, the increase of steel prices in the international market is much lower than that in the domestic market. A) If the inference is probably true though not definitely true in the light of the facts given B) If the data are inadequate i e. .,from the facts given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false C) If the inference is definitely true, i e. ., it properly follows from the statement of facts given D) If the inference is definitely false i e. ., it cannot possibly be drawn from the facts given or it contradicts the given facts Read the last sentence. 43 / 50 43) Reform in power sector in India has not yet attained its desired level. A) If the data are inadequate i e. .,from the facts given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false B) If the inference is definitely true, i e. ., it properly follows from the statement of facts given C) If the inference is probably true though not definitely true in the light of the facts given D) If the inference is probably false though not definitely false in the light of the facts given The passage clearly says that there has been no ‘‘real reforms on the ground”. 44 / 50 44) In Karnataka, the average age recorded in 1979 for both boys and girls was lower than that for 1974-79. A) If the inference is definitely true, i e. ., it properly follows from the statement of facts given B) If the data are inadequate i e. .,from the facts given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false C) If the inference is probably true though not definitely true in the light of the facts given D) If the inference is definitely false i e. ., it cannot possibly be drawn from the facts given or it contradicts the given facts The last line of the passage indicates that the height of girls is not lower in Karnataka. 45 / 50 45) In other countries, there is no controversy about defining the poverty line. A) If the data are inadequate i e. .,from the facts given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false B) If the inference is definitely true, i e. ., it properly follows from the statement of facts given C) If the inference is probably true though not definitely true in the light of the facts given D) If the inference is probably false though not definitely false in the light of the facts given Nothing has been given in the passage regarding the poverty line in the other countries. 46 / 50 46) Low cost urban housing is on the priority A) If the inference is probably true though not definitely true in the light of the facts given B) If the inference is probably false though not definitely false in the light of the facts given C) If the data are inadequate i e. .,from the facts given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false D) If the inference is definitely true, i e. ., it properly follows from the statement of facts given It is given in the passage that private infrastructure quality i.e., low income area housing has declined. Therefore, it is very likely that low cost urban housing gets priority. 47 / 50 47) Prices of agricultural produces are comparable throughout the country. A) If the inference is definitely false, i.e., it cannot possibly be drawn from the facts given or it contradicts the given facts B) If the data is inadequate , i.e., from the facts given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false C) If the inference is probably true though not definitely true in the light of the facts given D) If the inference is definitely true, i.e., it properly follows from the facts given The passage says that there are different prices for the same commodity in different parts of the country 48 / 50 48) There are only two institutes NIN and NNMB which have collected data on average height. A) If the data are inadequate i e. .,from the facts given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false B) If the inference is probably false though not definitely false in the light of the facts given C) If the inference is probably true though not definitely true in the light of the facts given D) If the inference is definitely true, i e. ., it properly follows from the statement of facts given It is not given in the passage that there are only two institutes. There can also be more than two institutes. So, data are inadequate. 49 / 50 49) The environment around plays a important role on the health status. A) If the data are inadequate i e. .,from the facts given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false B) If the inference is definitely true, i e. ., it properly follows from the statement of facts given C) If the inference is probably false though not definitely false in the light of the facts given D) If the inference is probably true though not definitely true in the light of the facts given This is clearly given in the passage that environment plays an important role on the health status. Hence, conclusion definitely follows from the passage. 50 / 50 50) Power theft is one of the major components of revenue losses in power sector. A) If the inference is probably false though not definitely false in the light of the facts given B) If the inference is definitely true, i e. ., it properly follows from the statement of facts given C) If the inference is probably true though not definitely true in the light of the facts given D) If the data are inadequate i e. .,from the facts given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false Just go through the second last sentence. Your score is LinkedIn Facebook Twitter 0% Exit Share: vuotaa.com Previous post Cause and Effects 7 April 2024 Next post Sentence Completion 7 April 2024 You may also like Sentence Completion 7 April, 2024 Cause and Effects 7 April, 2024 Assertion and Reason 7 April, 2024
