Read the given statements and decide which of the assumptions is implicit in the statement. Statement: Dogs usually do not sleep much longer at night. Assumptions: 1. Dogs take short naps. 2. Dogs sleep during the day.
Both 1 and 2 assumptions are implicit.
Let's break down the given statement and assumptions to understand what is implied.
Analyzing the Statement and Assumptions
The statement says, "Dogs usually do not sleep much longer at night." This gives us information about the duration of a dog's sleep specifically during the night.
It suggests that dogs might sleep during other times or in different ways, as their night sleep isn't extended ("not much longer").
Assumption 1: Dogs take short naps
If a dog doesn't sleep for a long continuous period at night, it's reasonable to assume they might compensate for sleep during other parts of the day or night by taking shorter periods of sleep, which are often referred to as naps. This assumption aligns with the idea that their total sleep requirement might be met through fragmented sleep patterns, including short naps, if night sleep is limited.
Therefore, assumption 1 is implicit in the statement. The statement focuses on the lack of "much longer" sleep at night, suggesting other sleep patterns like short naps might be typical.
Assumption 2: Dogs sleep during the day
Similarly, if the main period of sleep (night) is not "much longer," it implies that dogs likely get their required sleep at other times. The daytime is a common period for animals, including dogs, to sleep. If they aren't getting extended sleep at night, they must be sleeping at some other time to meet their needs. Sleeping during the day is a plausible way for dogs to get additional rest.
Therefore, assumption 2 is also implicit in the statement. The statement highlights limited night sleep, which strongly suggests sleep occurs at other times, including during the day.
Conclusion on Implicit Assumptions
Both assumptions propose ways that dogs might structure their sleep patterns given that they don't sleep "much longer" at night. The statement only restricts the length of night sleep, leaving open the possibility (and indeed implying) that sleep occurs at other times or in different forms (like short naps). Both sleeping during the day and taking short naps are consistent with and implied by the statement about limited night sleep.
Based on the analysis:
- Assumption 1: Dogs take short naps - Implicit.
- Assumption 2: Dogs sleep during the day - Implicit.
Thus, both assumptions are implicit in the statement.
Revision Table: Statement and Assumptions
| Element | Content | Implication |
|---|---|---|
| Statement | Dogs usually do not sleep much longer at night. | Sleep at night is limited in duration. Implies sleep must happen at other times or in other forms. |
| Assumption 1 | Dogs take short naps. | A form of sleep that could compensate for limited long sleep. |
| Assumption 2 | Dogs sleep during the day. | A time period when sleep could compensate for limited night sleep. |
Additional Information on Implicit Assumptions Logic
In statement and assumption type questions, an assumption is considered implicit if it is a necessary part of the thinking process to arrive at the statement or if the statement makes sense only because the assumption is accepted. It's something taken for granted by the person making the statement.
- If the statement is true, the implicit assumption must also be true.
- The assumption should directly relate to the statement and not be a completely unrelated fact.
- Look for what the statement is based upon or what must be true for the statement to hold.
In this case, stating that dogs don't sleep long *at night* relies on the assumption that they do sleep at other times (like during the day) or in other ways (like short naps) to fulfil their overall sleep needs. Without these possibilities, the statement about night sleep duration would be less relevant or incomplete regarding a dog's total sleep pattern.
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.
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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?
