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Verbal Reasoning · Q153

Statement And Assumption

Competitive Exams · Verbal Reasoning · question 153

Q153

Directions : In each of the following questions a statement is given, followed by two conclusions. Give answer : Statement : If you are an engineer, we have a challenging job for you. Assumptions : I. We need an engineer. II. You are an engineer.

A.
Only assumption I is implicit
Answer
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

Answer: Option A

Solution

Answer: Option A
Solution:
Clearly, job is offered to an engineer. This means that he is needed. So, I is implicit. The word 'If' in the statement makes II not implicit.