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CAT 2025 » CAT Study Material » Data Interpretation and Logical Reasoning » Statements and Assumptions
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Statements and Assumptions

In this article, we are going to learn about statements and assumptions, statement and assumptions examples, statement and assumptions tricks and many more.

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We take something for granted, or something that we presume to be the case is referred to as an assumption. Candidates for various government jobs will be given a few statements and then asked to make assumptions based on those assertions. Candidates are required to make the correct choice after reading the statements that are provided to them. In this context, making the correct decision implies deciding which assumption is valid.

In a variety of government competitive examinations, candidates will be expected to solve a variety of problems based on the Statement and Assumption reasoning sections.

Types of Assumption 

As a result of the fact that we are now aware of the structure of the questions that are associated with the Statement and Assumption reasoning section, Let’s have a look at the many different kinds of queries that could appear one after the other down below.

Existence or Nonexistence of the Topic Existence of the Subject

In the line of reasoning known as “statement and assumption,” the assumptions are typical of a straightforward and uncomplicated form. In this context, assumptions typically take the form of either existing or non-existent types.

Cause and Effect

In the form of reasoning known as “statement and assumption,” a number of statements will be presented, each of which will make reference to a cause-and-effect connection. Words such as “hence,” “thus,” “therefore,” and others like them are used rather frequently in this style of argument. In addition, the statement that “this cause leads to this result” is an assumption that should not be made.

Course of Action

In the form of reasoning known as statement and assumption, a fact, report, observation, or study is presented, and then it is followed by a recommendation for what should be done next.

Announcement, Notification, and Appeals

Statement-and-assumption reasoning is a style of deductive reasoning in which the statements that are made are typically presented in the form of an advertisement, an official notice, a notification issued in the public interest, or an appeal.

How to Solve Questions Requiring Reasoning Based on Statements and Assumptions: Know All the Tips and Tricks

In this part, candidates will find a variety of hints and strategies that can be used to help them solve the questions that are associated with the Statement and Assumption reasoning portion.

First and foremost, an assumption is a link that is lacking from the logical framework of an argument. It is presumed to be true because it is not stated explicitly.

The second piece of advice is that there are some standard types of assertions that have standard procedures for assuming certain things.

Tip No. three: When determining whether or not a specific assumption is correct, make sure to pay close attention to a few particular keywords.

Tip number four: The response choice “any of them is implied” is almost never the correct selection for questions that involve making assumptions.

The fifth piece of advice is to think about the assumption from the perspective of the author, not from your own.

Tip number six: There are certain terms that offer a larger degree of emphasis to the sentence in order to grasp it. The words “absolutely,” “surely,” “only,” “best,” “strongest,” and “all,” and more are similar to these. Give the sentence a sense of exclusivity, which will cause its scope to become narrower as a result.

Conclusion 

In a variety of government competitive examinations, candidates are asked to solve problems based on Statement and Assumption reasoning. Assertions typically take the form of either existing or non-existent types. Let’s have a look at the different kinds of queries that could appear down below. The assumption is a link that is lacking from the logical framework of an argument. There are some standard types of assertions that have standard procedures for assuming certain things.

Give the sentence a sense of exclusivity, which will cause its scope to become narrower as a result. The words “absolutely” and “only” offer a larger degree of emphasis to the sentence.

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Statement: An advertisement in the newspaper - 'Learn a foreign language course to gain a high paid career'. Assumptions: (I) All those who learn a foreign language acquire well-paid jobs. (II) Only a foreign language can get someone a well-paid job. A. If only assumption I is implicit B. If only assumption II is implicit C. If either I or II is implicit D. If neither I nor II is implicit E. If both I and II are implicit

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Q2. Statement: "I would like you to send employee XYZ to the UK for training so that he can obtain a deeper understanding of the project that he is currently working on." Assumption: (I) The employee's home nation may also offer some training programs that are analogous to those offered by the company. (II) Given the employee's current skill set, it is impossible for employee XYZ to successfully complete the job. A. If only assumption I is implicit B. If only assumption II is implicit C. If neither assumption I nor II is implicit D. If both assumptions I and II are implicit

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You are hereby appointed as a programmer with a one-year probation period, and your performance will be evaluated at the conclusion of the period to determine whether or not you will be confirmed in this position. - A line in an appointment letter. Assumptions: 1. When an individual is being considered for an open position, it is not typical for that person's performance to be known. 2.In most cases, throughout the probation term, an individual will attempt to demonstrate his or her worth. A. Only assumption I is implicit B. Only assumption II is implicit C. Either I or II is implicit D. Neither I nor II is implicit E. Both I and II are implicit

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Statement: "In order to improve timeliness in our office, we will need to provide our staff with a conveyance allowance." - The person in charge of personnel at a corporation relays the information. Assumptions: There will be no improvement in punctuality with the use of conveyance allowance. Both rewards and punishments ought to constantly go hand in hand with one another. A. Only assumption I is implicit B. Only assumption II is implicit C. Either I or II is implicit D. Neither I nor II is implicit E. Both I and II are implicit

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Ans. The use of the term “all” lends ambiguity to assumption I. In a similar manner, the term “only” in assumption II causes it to be ambiguous. According to the statement, therefore, neither of these presumptions is correct, and hence, they are not implicit. Therefore, the appropriate response is (d).

Ans. The information provided makes it abundantly evident that the worker needs to acquire some additional abilities in order to manage the project in an effective manner; yet, this does not imply that he is incapable of managing the project at this time. As a result, neither the first nor the second assumption is implicit. The appropriate response is, therefore (C).

 

Ans. option E

According to what is mentioned in the statement, the performance of the individual needs to be evaluated over a period of time. Therefore, the I is assumed. In the statement, it is mentioned that an evaluation of the individual’s worth will take place (during the probation term) prior to confirmation. As a result, II is also implied.

Ans. option B 

Explanation: The assumption I disagree with is what has been stated. Therefore, it is not assumed. The incentive in the form of a bonus is intended to serve as a reward for the workers and should encourage them to report to work on time. As a result, II is assumed.

Ans. option – A

Explanation: It is clear that I am implied because I am plainly implied by the statement. Additionally, the statement is only a recommendation; it does not convey anything about the policy of the government or the status of its funds. Therefore, II is not taken for granted.

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