Reasoning interview questions – page 7

There is no need of any rules if individuals do not have to interact with each other.

1. A.if you think the inference is 'definitely true'.
2. B.if you think the inference is 'probably true' though not definitely true in the light of the facts given.
3. C.if the data given is inadequate i.e., from the fact given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false.
4. D.if you think the inference is 'probably false' though not definitely false in the light of the facts given.
5. E.if the inference is 'definitely false' i.e., it contradicts the given facts.

You find that in your office some people do not have much work. You will try

1. A.to get rid of them somehow
2. B.not think much about it as the responsibility lies on others
3. C.to train them and make them fit for promotion to higher grade
4. D.to shift them to other sections where there is shortage of people

You have just broken up with a long term boy friend/girl friend whom you are really loved, and are totally distraught. You

1. A.try to forget about it by going out with friends
2. B.cry over it alone
3. C.resort to addictives
4. D.share your sorrow with someone

You are desperately waiting for someone at home. you

1. A.don't give it a thought
2. B.are just busy at your work
3. C.run out the minute you hear a car stop
4. D.call up many times to find out why he/she is taking so long

Statement : The use of non conventional sources of energy will eliminate the energy crisis in the world. Conclusions : I. Modern technology is gradually replacing the conventional sources of energy. II. The excessive exploitation of environment has led to depletion of conventional sources of energy.

1. A.if only conclusion I follows
2. B.if only conclusion II follows
3. C.if either I and II follows
4. D.if neither I nor II follows and
5. E.if both I and II follow

Statement : Good voice is a natural gift but one has to keep practicing to improve and excel well in the field of music. Conclusions : I. Natural gifts need nurturing and care. II. Even though your voice is not good, one can keep practising.

1. A.if only conclusion I follows
2. B.if only conclusion II follows
3. C.if either I and II follows
4. D.if neither I nor II follows and
5. E.if both I and II follow

Statement : In Japan, the incidence of stomach cancer is very high, while that of bowel cancer is very low. But Japanese emigrate to Hawaii, this is reversed the rate of bowel cancer increase but the rate of stomach cancer is reduced in the next generation. All this is related to nutrition the diets of Japanese in Hawaii are different than those in Japan. Conclusions : I. The same diet as in Hawaii should be propagated in Japan also. II. Bowel cancer is less severe than stomach cancer.

1. A.if only conclusion I follows
2. B.if only conclusion II follows
3. C.if either I and II follows
4. D.if neither I nor II follows and
5. E.if both I and II follow

Statement : Should India engage into a dialogue with neighbouring countries to stop cross border tension? Arguments : I. Yes. This is the only way to reduce the cross border terrorism and stop loss of innocent lives. II. No. Neighbouring countries cannot be relied upon in such matters, they may still engage in subversive activities.

1. A.if only argument I is strong
2. B.if only argument II is strong
3. C.if either I and II is strong
4. D.if neither I nor II is strong and
5. E.if both I and II are strong

Statement : Is the Government justified in spending so much on defence? Arguments : I. Yes. Safety of the country is of prime importance. II. No. During peace, this money could be used for the development of the country.

1. A.if only argument I is strong
2. B.if only argument II is strong
3. C.if either I and II is strong
4. D.if neither I nor II is strong and
5. E.if both I and II are strong

Statement : Should octroi be abolished? Arguments : I. Yes. It will eliminate an important source of corruption. II. No. It wil adversely affect government revenues.

1. A.if only argument I is strong
2. B.if only argument II is strong
3. C.if either I and II is strong
4. D.if neither I nor II is strong and
5. E.if both I and II are strong

Statement : Should India encourage exports, when most things are insufficient for internal use itself? Arguments : I. Yes. We have to earn foreign exchange to pay for our imports. II. No. Even selective encouragement would lead to shortages.

1. A.if only argument I is strong
2. B.if only argument II is strong
3. C.if either I and II is strong
4. D.if neither I nor II is strong and
5. E.if both I and II are strong

Statement : Should there be students union in college/university? Arguments : I. No. This will create a political atmosphere in the campus. II. Yes. It is very necessary. Students are future political leaders.

1. A.if only argument I is strong
2. B.if only argument II is strong
3. C.if either I and II is strong
4. D.if neither I nor II is strong and
5. E.if both I and II are strong

Statement : Should India have no military force at all? Arguments : I. No. other countries in the world do not believe in non violence. II. Yes. Many Indians believe in non violence.

1. A.if only argument I is strong
2. B.if only argument II is strong
3. C.if either I and II is strong
4. D.if neither I nor II is strong and
5. E.if both I and II are strong

Statement : Should all the drugs patented and manufactured in Western countries be first tried out on sample basis before giving license for sale to general public in India? Arguments : I. Yes. Many such drugs require different doses and duration for Indian population and hence it is necessary. II. No. This is just not feasible and hence cannot be implemented.

1. A.if only argument I is strong
2. B.if only argument II is strong
3. C.if either I and II is strong
4. D.if neither I nor II is strong and
5. E.if both I and II are strong

Statement : Should articles of only deserving authors be allowed to be published? Arguments : I. Yes. It will save a lot of paper which is in short supply. II. No. It is not possible to draw a line between the deserving and the undeserving.

1. A.if only argument I is strong
2. B.if only argument II is strong
3. C.if either I and II is strong
4. D.if neither I nor II is strong and
5. E.if both I and II are strong

Statement : Should government stop spending huge amounts of money on international sports? Arguments : I. Yes. This money can be utilized for upliftment of the poor. II. No. Sports persons will be frustrated and will not get international exposure.

1. A.if only argument I is strong
2. B.if only argument II is strong
3. C.if either I and II is strong
4. D.if neither I nor II is strong and
5. E.if both I and II are strong

Statement : Should public holidays be declared on demise of important national leaders? Arguments : I. No. Such unscheduled holidays hamper national progress. II. Yes. People would like to pay their homage to the departed soul.

1. A.if only argument I is strong
2. B.if only argument II is strong
3. C.if either I and II is strong
4. D.if neither I nor II is strong and
5. E.if both I and II are strong

Statement : Should all news be controlled by Government in a democracy? Arguments : I. Yes. Variety of news only confuses people. II. No. Controlled news loses credibility.

1. A.if only argument I is strong
2. B.if only argument II is strong
3. C.if either I and II is strong
4. D.if neither I nor II is strong and
5. E.if both I and II are strong

Statement : Should young entrepreneurs be encouraged? Arguments : I. Yes. They will help in industrial development of the country. II. Yes. They will reduce the burden on employment market.

1. A.if only argument I is strong
2. B.if only argument II is strong
3. C.if either I and II is strong
4. D.if neither I nor II is strong and
5. E.if both I and II are strong

Statement : Should internal assessment in colleges be abolished? Arguments : I. Yes. This will help in reducing the possibility of favouritism. II. No. Teaching faculty will lose control over students.

1. A.if only argument I is strong
2. B.if only argument II is strong
3. C.if either I and II is strong
4. D.if neither I nor II is strong and
5. E.if both I and II are strong

Statement : Should shifting agriculture be practised? Arguments : I. No. It is a wasteful practice. II. Yes. Modern methods of farming are too expensive.

1. A.if only argument I is strong
2. B.if only argument II is strong
3. C.if either I and II is strong
4. D.if neither I nor II is strong and
5. E.if both I and II are strong

Statement : Should jobs be linked with academic degrees and diploma? Arguments : I. No. A very large number of persons with meagre academic qualifications will apply. II. No. Importance of higher education will be dimished.

1. A.if only argument I is strong
2. B.if only argument II is strong
3. C.if either I and II is strong
4. D.if neither I nor II is strong and
5. E.if both I and II are strong

Statement : Should all the unauthorized structures in the city be demolished? Arguments : I. No. Where will the people residing in such houses live? II. Yes. This will give a clear message to general public and they will refrain from constructing unauthorized buildings.

1. A.if only argument I is strong
2. B.if only argument II is strong
3. C.if either I and II is strong
4. D.if neither I nor II is strong and
5. E.if both I and II are strong

Statement : Should so much money be spent on advertisements? Arguments : I. Yes. It is an essential concomitant in a capitalist economy? II. No. It leads to wastage of resources.

1. A.if only argument I is strong
2. B.if only argument II is strong
3. C.if either I and II is strong
4. D.if neither I nor II is strong and
5. E.if both I and II are strong

Statement : Should taxes on colour television be further increased? Arguments : I. Yes. Colour television is a luxury item and only rich people buy them. II. No. Televisions are bought by the poor to.

1. A.if only argument I is strong
2. B.if only argument II is strong
3. C.if either I and II is strong
4. D.if neither I nor II is strong and
5. E.if both I and II are strong

You have made some silly mistakes which have been pointed out to you. You will

1. A.feel thankful
2. B.feel miserable
3. C.get angry
4. D.laugh it away

After your graduation, you are offered a well paid government job. However, your friend says that have to bribe to get the appointment order. You

1. A.flatly refuse the offer
2. B.go to some influential politician who can help
3. C.accept the job by paying the bribe, consoling yourself that this is the present social setup
4. D.accept the job by paying the bribe, but firmly resolve that is the last time you will pay bribe

"No risk no gain". You

1. A.feel that risk means no gain
2. B.feel that risk may be taken only after judging the situation thoroughly
3. C.believe that this slogan is correct
4. D.feel it is foolish to accept unnecessary risk

You are a guest at a dinner. The host asks you to take one more chapati after your stomach is full. You would

1. A.make a blunt refusal
2. B.take the chapati
3. C.politely say that the food was too good and you have already eaten much
4. D.make a bad face at him

A tiger, when killing its natural prey, which it does either by stalking or lying in wait for it, depends for the success of its attack on its speed and, to a lesser extent, on the condition of its teeth and claws. When, therefore, a tiger is suffering from one or more painful wounds or when its teeth are missing or defective and its claws worn down, and it is unable to catch animals it has been accustomed to eating, it is driven by the necessity to killing human beings. Tiger kills man only when it has been incapacitated through wounds.

1. A.a. if the inference is 'definitely true' i.e., it directly follows from the facts given in the passage.
2. B.if the inference is 'probably true' through not definitely true in the light of the facts given.
3. C.if you think the data are inadequate i.e., from the facts given you cannot say whether the inference is likely to be true or false.
4. D.if you think the interference is 'probably false' though not definitely false in the light of the facts given and
5. E.if you think the inference is 'definitely false' i.e., it contradicts the given facts.