Statement Assumptions Questions and Answers with Explanation-1

In each of the following questions a statement is followed by two assumptions numbered 1 and 2. An assumption is something that is supposed or taken for granted. You have to consider the statement and the following assumptions and decide which of the assumptions is implicit in the statement.

Give answer (a) If only assumption 1 is implicit.

Give answer (b) If only assumption 2 is implicit.

Give answer (c) If either assumption 1 or 2 is implicit.

Give answer (d) If neither assumption 1 nor 2 is implicit.

Give answer (e) If both assumptions 1 and 2 are implicit.

1) Statement: Vitamin E tablets improve circulation; keep your complexion in a glowing condition.

Assumptions: 1) People like a glowing complexion.

2) Complexion becomes dull in the absence of circulation.

Answer: e.

Explanation: Both assumptions are implicit. Generally, only those good features of a product are highlighted which people crave for. So, 1 is implicit. If circulation is improved, complexion grows. Hence, 2 is also implicit.

2) Statement: “The function will start at 6 pm.” You are requested to take your seats before 6 pm.

Assumptions: 1) Function will start as scheduled.

2) If an invitee is not in his seat before 6 pm, the function will not start.

Answer: a.

Explanation: It is mentioned in the invitation that you are requested to take your seats before 6 pm. It means that function will start as scheduled. Hence, assumption 1 is implicit. It is not given that the function will not start if invitees do not come in-time.

3) Statement: The X passenger car manufacturing company announced a sharp reduction in the prices of their luxury cars.

Assumptions: 1) There may be an increase in the sale of their luxury cars.

2) The other such car manufacturers may also reduce their prices.

Answer: a.

Explanation: The price of any product is lowered assuming that its demand will increase. Therefore, assumption 1 is implicit. There is no information about the other manufacturers, so assumption 2 is not implicit.

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