Instruction: Identify the assumptions that must hold for the statement to be valid, then choose the correct option. Statement: The discovery of gravitational waves has provided strong evidence for Einstein's theory of general relativity, but it also opens up new possibilities for understanding the universe's most extreme phenomena, such as black holes and neutron stars. Assumptions: I. Gravitational waves offer new insights into the nature of the universe. II. Einstein's theory of general relativity has been conclusively proven by the discovery of gravitational waves. III. The study of gravitational waves will lead to new breakthroughs in astrophysics.
Only I and II are implicit
Assumption I: The statement says gravitational waves open new possibilities for understanding extreme phenomena — this directly implies gravitational waves offer new insights. Implicit.
Assumption II: The statement says gravitational waves provided 'strong evidence' — this implies the theory has substantial support, which is the basis for treating the evidence as meaningful. Implicit (the discovery is used as evidence, which assumes it effectively proves the theory to a significant degree).
Assumption III: The statement says gravitational waves 'open up new possibilities' but does not assume they will lead to breakthroughs — this is a possibility, not an assumption. Not implicit.
Answer: Only I and II are implicit.
Similar Questions
Consider the given statement/s to be true and decide which of the given conclusions/assumptions can definitely be drawn from the given statement
Statements :
1. Some teacher are followers.
2. Some followers are famous.
Conclusions :
I. Some teachers are famous.
II. Some followers are teachers.Consider the given statement/s to be true and decide which of the given conclusions/assumptions can definitely be drawn from the given statement. Statement: If he works hard he will be successful in life.
Conclusions: I. He is a hard worker.
Conclusions: II. Hard work pays.Consider the given statement(s) to be true and decide which of the given conclusions/assumptions can definitely be drawn from the given statement.
Statement:
All that glitters is not gold.
Sujatha wears a gold ornament.Conclusions:
I) Sujatha's ornament glitters
II) Sujatha’s ornaments do not glitterOne or two statements are given followed by two conclusions/assumptions, I and II. You have to consider the statement to be true, even if it seems to be at variance from commonly known facts. You are to decide which of the given conclusions/assumptions can definitely be drawn from the given statement. Indicate your answer.
Statement: If people are intelligent, they should be creative. Assumptions: 1. Creativity and intelligence are related. 2. Creative people are intelligent.
Options:
Consider the given statement(s) to be true and decide which of the given conclusions/assumptions can definitely be drawn from the given statement.
Statement: The situation calls for an immediate action. Assumptions: 1. The situation is serious. 2. Immediate action is possible.
Instruction: Identify the assumptions that must hold for the statement to be valid, then choose the correct option.
Statement: Despite increasing consumer interest, electric vehicles are still significantly more expensive than gasoline-powered vehicles, and subsidies are essential to boost their adoption.
Assumptions:
I. The price difference is a major barrier to widespread adoption of electric vehicles.
II. Subsidies can make electric vehicles affordable for consumers.
III. The adoption of electric vehicles will significantly reduce carbon emissions.
- Instruction: Identify the judgements that must hold for the statement to be valid, then choose the correct option.
Statement: In an attempt to modernize agricultural output, the government has introduced AI-based crop surveillance tools in rural zones with high farmer suicide rates.
Judgements:
1. Traditional agricultural surveillances are entirely ineffective.
2. Technological interventions may indirectly improve farmer well-being. Instruction: Identify the assumptions that must hold for the statement to be valid, then choose the correct option.
Statement: Despite the unpredictability of future technologies, regulatory frameworks must evolve to preempt ethical crises.
Assumptions:
I. Unregulated technological growth can cause ethical dilemmas.
II. Ethical standards are often retrofitted to existing technology.
III. Regulatory systems can always accurately predict technological outcomes.
Instruction: Identify the assumptions that must hold for the statement to be valid, then choose the correct option.
Statement: The Himalayas act as a natural barrier that prevents the monsoon winds from reaching the northern plains, thereby creating a dry region in the rain shadow area.
Assumptions:
I. The Himalayas prevent monsoon winds from reaching certain areas.
II. The rain shadow effect leads to dry conditions in specific regions.
III. Monsoon winds are the sole cause of rainfall in the northern plains.
Instruction: Identify the assumptions that must hold for the statement to be valid, then choose the correct option.
Statement: The advancement of biotechnology has the potential to revolutionize medicine by allowing for the development of personalized treatments, but it also raises ethical questions regarding genetic manipulation and the potential for inequality in access to these treatments.
Assumptions:
I. Biotechnology has the power to create personalized medical treatments.
II. The ethical implications of biotechnology need to be addressed to prevent misuse.
III. Biotechnology will be accessible to everyone, ensuring equality in treatment access.
Important Questions from Statements and Assumptions
You have to decide which of these assumptions is/are implicit in the statement, considering the statement and the assumptions that follow it.
Statement:
I like the soldiers.
I want to become a soldier.
Assumptions:
I) I am not a soldier.
II) I am a soldier.
Read the following passages and answer the question follows. Your answers to these items should be based on the passages only.
Many people in India feel that if we cut our defence expenditure on weapon-building, we can create a climate of peace with our neighbours, subsequently reducing the conflict or creating a no-war situation. People who proclaim such ideas are either the victims of war or the propagators of false argument.
With reference to the above passage, which of the following is the most valid assumption?
Consider the following statement and decide which of the assumptions is implicit from the statement.
Statement:
Eating Pizza often affects a person's health.
Assumptions:
I. Mostly, pizza contains lot of saturated fat and salts that lead to various health issues.
II. To a large extent, overeating of pizzas leads to a sharp rise in blood cholesterol levels.
Consider the given statement and decide which of the given assumptions is (are) implicit.
Statement :
“Successful people are happy in life."
Assumptions :
1. Those that are unhappy are not successful
2. Most of the times success in one’s endeavours gives happiness.
In this question, a statement is followed by two assumptions:
Statements: Though he is fat yet he runs fast.
Assumptions:
I. Fat people have weak muscles.
II. Fat people generally cannot run fast.
Then which of the answer is correct?
