Take sectional tests or a full 40-question Statement & Assumptions, Arguments & Cause-Effect mock for CUET UG with timers, answer review, and detailed explanations.
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1. Statement: 'Use XYZ toothpaste for whiter teeth.' Is the following assumption implicit? Assumption: People desire whiter teeth.
2. Statement: 'Kindly bring your ID proof to collect the parcel.' Is this assumption implicit? Assumption: ID proof verifies identity and ensures correct delivery.
3. Statement: 'Children should be taught moral values in schools.' Is this assumption implicit? Assumption: Schools are capable of teaching moral values.
4. Statement: 'The best way to stay healthy is to exercise daily.' Is this assumption implicit? Assumption: Daily exercise is more effective than all other health measures.
5. Statement: 'If you want to pass this exam, start studying now.' Assumption: Starting to study now will help pass the exam.
6. Statement: 'India must increase its defence budget to safeguard national security.' Assumption: The current defence budget is insufficient for national security.
7. Statement: 'Do not walk on the grass.' Assumption: People would walk on the grass if not instructed otherwise.
8. Statement: 'Apply for this scholarship before 31st March.' Assumption: The applicant knows what a scholarship is.
9. Statement: 'Avoid junk food if you want to live long.' Assumption: Junk food reduces lifespan.
10. Statement: 'Buy two, get one free — offer valid till stocks last.' Assumption: Stocks may run out before the offer period ends.
11. Proposition: 'Should capital punishment be abolished?' Argument: 'Yes, because every human life has value and the state should not take it.' Is this argument strong or weak?
12. Proposition: 'Should students use mobile phones in classrooms?' Argument: 'No, because mobiles are expensive.' Is this argument strong or weak?
13. Proposition: 'Should the voting age be lowered to 16?' Argument: 'Yes, because 16-year-olds pay taxes in many countries and should have a say in tax policy.' Is this strong or weak?
14. Proposition: 'Should India make Sanskrit a compulsory subject in schools?' Argument: 'Yes, because it is the language of gods.' Is this strong or weak?
15. Proposition: 'Should artificial intelligence replace doctors in diagnosis?' Argument: 'No, because AI has been shown to miss rare diseases and lacks human judgment in complex cases.' Is this strong or weak?
16. Proposition: 'Should there be a tax on sugar-sweetened beverages?' Argument: 'Yes, because doctors like healthy diets.' Is this strong or weak?
17. Proposition: 'Should schools start later in the morning?' Argument: 'Yes, research shows teenagers need more sleep and later start times improve academic performance.' Is this strong or weak?
18. Proposition: 'Should private companies be allowed to mine on the moon?' Argument: 'No, because the moon has always been admired from Earth.' Is this argument strong or weak?
19. Proposition: 'Should government subsidise electric vehicles (EVs)?' Argument: 'Yes, because EVs reduce air pollution and dependence on fossil fuels.' Is this strong or weak?
20. Proposition: 'Should smoking be banned in all public places?' Argument: 'Yes, because passive smoking causes serious health problems to non-smokers.' Is this strong or weak?
21. Statement I: There was a heavy downpour in the city last night. Statement II: Several roads were flooded and traffic was disrupted this morning. What is the relationship?
22. Statement I: The company announced a 20% salary hike for all employees. Statement II: Employee satisfaction scores at the company rose significantly. What is the relationship?
23. Statement I: The government announced free laptops for all college students. Statement II: Laptop sales in the open market declined sharply the same month. What is the relationship?
24. Statement I: The city recorded its highest ever temperature this summer. Statement II: Power demand for air conditioning reached a record high. What is the relationship?
25. Statement I: Several schools in the district reported a rise in student absenteeism. Statement II: A viral fever epidemic spread rapidly in the region. What is the relationship?
26. Statement I: Petrol prices rose by 15% nationally. Statement II: Bus and auto fares increased across most cities. What is the relationship?
27. Statement I: The state government reduced VAT on medicines. Statement II: A new private hospital was inaugurated in the state capital. What is the relationship?
28. Statement I: Farmers in the region suffered huge crop losses. Statement II: There was a prolonged drought in the region. What is the relationship?
29. Statement I: The city's air quality index fell to 'hazardous' levels. Statement II: The number of respiratory illness cases in hospitals tripled. What is the relationship?
30. Statement I: The stock market fell sharply yesterday. Statement II: The national currency depreciated against the dollar. What is the relationship?
31. Statement: 'Only honest candidates will be selected.' Assumption implicit: Honesty can be assessed during the selection process.
32. Proposition: 'Should India ban single-use plastics?' Argument: 'No, because the plastic industry employs millions of workers.' Is this strong or weak?
33. Statement I: The government launched a massive literacy campaign. Statement II: Adult literacy rates rose by 12% over the next five years. What is the relationship?
34. Statement: 'Work from home increases employee productivity.' Assumption: Employees do not require supervision to perform well.
35. Proposition: 'Should India adopt a Universal Basic Income?' Argument: 'Yes, because automation is reducing jobs and UBI will provide a financial safety net.' Is this strong or weak?
36. Statement I: The municipality increased taxes on commercial properties. Statement II: Several small shops in the area closed down. What is the relationship?
37. Statement: 'Parents should limit screen time for children under 10.' Assumption: Excessive screen time negatively affects children under 10.
38. Proposition: 'Should the age of retirement be raised to 65?' Argument: 'Yes, because people are living longer and the pension burden on government is increasing.' Is this strong or weak?
39. Statement I: A major earthquake struck the coastal region. Statement II: A tsunami warning was issued for nearby islands. What is the relationship?
40. Statement: 'The government must act quickly on climate change.' Which of the following is NOT an implicit assumption?