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Given below are two statements
Statement I The popular report is one which gives emphasis on complexity and attractiveness
Statement II It should be sought through clear writing, minimization of technical, mathematical details and liberal use of charts and diagrams
Choose the correct answer from the options given below :

The correct answer is
Statement I is incorrect but Statement II is correct

Statement Analysis on Popular Reports

This question asks us to evaluate two statements about the characteristics that make a report popular.

Evaluating Statement I: Emphasis on Complexity and Attractiveness

Statement I suggests that a popular report emphasizes complexity and attractiveness.

  • Complexity: Reports that are overly complex often contain intricate details, advanced technical jargon, or difficult concepts. Such complexity tends to limit the audience to specialists or experts in a particular field. For a report to be widely considered "popular," it generally needs to be accessible and understandable to a broader audience, not just a select few. Therefore, emphasizing complexity is unlikely to make a report popular.
  • Attractiveness: While attractiveness in presentation (e.g., good layout, clear formatting) can contribute to a report being well-received, it is usually secondary to the clarity and relevance of the content. Attractiveness alone, especially when combined with complexity, does not guarantee popularity.

Based on this, Statement I appears to be incorrect because focusing heavily on complexity hinders widespread appeal.

Evaluating Statement II: Clear Writing, Minimized Details, and Visuals

Statement II proposes that a report should aim for clear writing, minimize technical/mathematical details, and use charts and diagrams liberally.

  • Clear Writing: Using straightforward language and avoiding ambiguity is crucial for effective communication. Clear writing ensures that the intended message is easily understood by the readers.
  • Minimization of Technical Details: While technical details are sometimes necessary, excessive jargon or highly technical information can alienate readers who are not experts. Simplifying or summarizing complex technical aspects makes the report more accessible.
  • Liberal Use of Charts and Diagrams: Visual aids like charts, graphs, and diagrams can simplify complex data, illustrate trends, and make information more digestible and engaging. They often help readers grasp key points more quickly than dense text alone.

These elements collectively contribute to making a report easier to understand, more engaging, and potentially more widely read and appreciated. Therefore, Statement II seems correct.

Conclusion on Statements

Comparing the analysis of both statements:

  • Statement I is incorrect because emphasizing complexity generally reduces a report's popularity.
  • Statement II is correct because clear writing, simplification of technicalities, and effective use of visuals enhance a report's accessibility and appeal.
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Important Questions from Statement and Conclusion (Notes)

  1. Study the following question carefully and choose the right answer
    Statement: Should articles of only deserving authors be allowed to be published?
    Arguments:
    (I) No, it is not possible to draw a line between the deserving and the undeserving.
    (II) Yes, it will save a lot of paper which is already in short supply.
    In light of the above statements, choose the most appropriate answer from the options given below.
  2. In this question, a statement is given followed by two conclusions numbered i and ii. You have to assume everything in the statement to be true, then consider the two conclusions together and decide which of them logically follows beyond a reasonable doubt from the information given in the statement.

    Statement:
    Ameen divides all his property among his four children.

    Conclusions:
    i) Ameen has only four children.
    ii) Ameen will not take any share from his property.

    Choose the appropriate one from the following options
    (A) Only conclusion i follows
    (B) Only conclusion ii follows
    (C) Either i or ii follows
    (D) Neither i nor ii follows
    (E) Both i and ii follow.

  3. In the given question, a statement is given followed by some conclusions. Choose the conclusion(s) which logically follow(s) the given statement. 

    Statement: 

    Few shops on this road have neon lights, but they all have signboards. 

    Conclusions : 

    I. Some shops have either signboards or neon lights. 

    II. Some shops have no signboards. 

    III. Some shops have no neon lights. 

    IV. Some shops have both signboards and neon lights. 

    The conclusion(s) correctly drawn is/are :

  4. In this question, a statement is given followed by two conclusions numbered i and ii. You have to assume everything in the statement to be true, then consider the two conclusions together and decide which of them logically follows beyond a reasonable doubt from the information given in the statement.
    Statement:
    Rohan will announce his retirement after 2020 Olympics.
    Conclusions:
    i) Rohan is a sportsperson.
    ii) Rohan is not a sportsperson.

    Choose the appropriate one from the following options

    (A) Only conclusion i follows. 

    (B) Only conclusion ii follows. 

    (C) Both conclusion i and ii follow. 

    (D) Neither  i nor ii follows.

    (E) Both i and ii follow.

  5. Statements: Morning walks are good for health.
    Conclusions: I: All healthy people go for morning walks.
    II: Evening walks are harmful.
    Choose the correct option :
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