Q. Identify the main idea of the following passage: 'In recent years, urban gardening has gained popularity as a sustainable practice. It not only provides fresh produce but also enhances community engagement.'
A.
Urban gardening is a new trend.
B.
Sustainable practices are important for communities.
C.
Urban gardening benefits both individuals and communities.
D.
Fresh produce is essential for urban living.
Solution
The passage highlights the dual benefits of urban gardening, focusing on both fresh produce and community engagement.
Correct Answer:
C
— Urban gardening benefits both individuals and communities.
Q. Identify the sentence that best summarizes the following passage: 'Despite the challenges faced during the project, the team managed to deliver results that exceeded expectations.' (2023)
A.
The project faced many challenges.
B.
The team delivered results on time.
C.
The team overcame challenges to exceed expectations.
D.
Expectations were low for the project.
Solution
The summary captures the essence of overcoming challenges to achieve success.
Correct Answer:
C
— The team overcame challenges to exceed expectations.
Q. Identify the sentence that contains a grammatical error: 1. Each of the students have submitted their assignments. 2. The committee meets every Thursday. 3. Neither of the options is appealing. 4. Everyone should bring their own lunch. (2023)
A.
1
B.
2
C.
3
D.
4
Solution
The correct form is 'Each of the students has submitted their assignments' because 'each' is singular.
Q. Identify the sentence that is logically inconsistent: 1. All birds can fly. 2. Penguins are birds. 3. Penguins cannot fly. 4. Therefore, some birds cannot fly. (2023)
A.
1
B.
2
C.
3
D.
4
Solution
The first statement is logically inconsistent because it contradicts the existence of flightless birds like penguins.
Q. Identify the sentence that is logically inconsistent: 1. All birds can fly. 2. Penguins are birds. 3. Penguins cannot fly. 4. Therefore, penguins are not birds.
A.
1
B.
2
C.
3
D.
4
Solution
The conclusion that 'penguins are not birds' contradicts the premise that 'penguins are birds'.
Q. In a recent study, researchers found that students who engage in group study sessions perform better than those who study alone. Which of the following can be inferred from this study?
A.
Group study is the only effective way to learn.
B.
Studying alone is less effective than group study.
C.
All students prefer group study over studying alone.
D.
Group study sessions are always more enjoyable.
Solution
The study indicates a comparison between group study and studying alone, suggesting that group study is more effective.
Correct Answer:
B
— Studying alone is less effective than group study.
Q. In a recent study, researchers found that students who engage in regular physical activity perform better academically. Which of the following can be inferred from this study?
A.
Physical activity directly causes better academic performance.
B.
All students should engage in physical activity to improve grades.
C.
There is a correlation between physical activity and academic performance.
D.
Only students who are physically active can excel academically.
Solution
The study indicates a correlation, but does not establish direct causation.
Correct Answer:
C
— There is a correlation between physical activity and academic performance.
Q. In a recent study, researchers found that students who engage in regular physical activity tend to perform better academically. Which of the following can be inferred from this study?
A.
Physical activity directly causes better academic performance.
B.
Students who perform well academically are more likely to engage in physical activity.
C.
There is a correlation between physical activity and academic performance.
D.
All students should engage in physical activity to improve their grades.
Solution
The study indicates a correlation, but does not establish causation.
Correct Answer:
C
— There is a correlation between physical activity and academic performance.
Q. In a recent study, researchers found that students who study in groups perform better than those who study alone. Which of the following can be inferred from this study?
A.
Group study is always more effective than individual study.
B.
Students who study alone are less intelligent.
C.
Collaboration enhances learning outcomes.
D.
All students prefer group study over individual study.
Solution
The study indicates that collaboration enhances learning outcomes, but it does not claim that group study is always better or that students who study alone are less intelligent.
Correct Answer:
C
— Collaboration enhances learning outcomes.
Q. In a recent study, researchers found that students who study in groups tend to perform better than those who study alone. Which of the following can be inferred from this study?
A.
Group study is the only effective way to learn.
B.
Studying alone is less effective than studying in groups.
C.
All students prefer group study over studying alone.
D.
Performance is not affected by study methods.
Solution
The study indicates a correlation between group study and better performance, suggesting that group study is more effective.
Correct Answer:
B
— Studying alone is less effective than studying in groups.
Q. In a survey, 60% of respondents preferred coffee over tea. If 30% of the coffee drinkers also liked tea, what percentage of the total respondents liked both?
A.
18%
B.
30%
C.
60%
D.
12%
Solution
30% of 60% is 18%, which represents the percentage of total respondents who liked both.
Q. In a survey, 60% of respondents preferred coffee over tea. If 30% of those who preferred coffee also liked tea, what percentage of respondents liked only coffee?
A.
30%
B.
60%
C.
42%
D.
18%
Solution
If 60% preferred coffee and 30% of those liked tea, then 30% liked both, leaving 30% who liked only coffee.
Q. In a survey, 60% of respondents preferred tea over coffee. If 40% of tea drinkers also liked coffee, what percentage of the total respondents liked both?
A.
24%
B.
40%
C.
60%
D.
16%
Solution
If 60% prefer tea and 40% of those like coffee, then 0.6 * 0.4 = 0.24 or 24% of total respondents liked both.
Q. In a survey, 60% of respondents preferred tea over coffee. If 40% of tea drinkers also liked coffee, what percentage of tea drinkers did not like coffee?
A.
60%
B.
40%
C.
24%
D.
36%
Solution
If 40% of tea drinkers like coffee, then 60% do not like coffee.
Q. What can be inferred from the statement: 'The new regulations have led to a decrease in pollution levels, but some industries are struggling to adapt.'?
A.
All industries are negatively affected by the regulations.
B.
Pollution levels are now acceptable.
C.
Some industries are unable to comply with the new regulations.
D.
The regulations are universally beneficial.
Solution
The statement indicates that while pollution has decreased, not all industries are managing well with the changes.
Correct Answer:
C
— Some industries are unable to comply with the new regulations.
