Consider the following statement and select the correct code stating the nature of the argument involved in it: To suppose that the earth is the only populated world in the infinite space is as absurd as to assert that in an entire field of millet only one grain will grow. (A) Astronomical (B) Anthropological (C) Deductive (D) Analogical

Consider the following statement and select the correct code stating the nature of the argument involved in it: To suppose that the earth is the only populated world in the infinite space is as absurd as to assert that in an entire field of millet only one grain will grow. (A) Astronomical (B) Anthropological (C) Deductive (D) Analogical
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Consider the argument given below: ‘Pre - employment testing of teachers is quite fair because doctors, architects and engineers who are now employed had to face such a testing.’ What type of argument it is? (A) Deductive (B) Analogical (C) Psychological (D) Biological

Description : Consider the argument given below: ‘Pre - employment testing of teachers is quite fair because doctors, architects and engineers who are now employed had to face such a testing.’ What type of argument it is? (A) Deductive (B) Analogical (C) Psychological (D) Biological

Last Answer : Answer: B

Saturn and Mars are planets like the earth. They borrow light from the Sun and moves around the Sun as the Earth does. So those planets are inhabited by various orders of creatures as the earth is. What type of argument is contained in the above passage ? (A) Deductive (B) Astrological (C) Analogical (D) Mathematical

Description : Saturn and Mars are planets like the earth. They borrow light from the Sun and moves around the Sun as the Earth does. So those planets are inhabited by various orders of creatures as the earth is ... is contained in the above passage ? (A) Deductive (B) Astrological (C) Analogical (D) Mathematical

Last Answer : (C) Analogical 

“A man ought no more to value himself for being wiser than a woman if he owes his advantage to a better education, than he ought to boast of his courage for beating a man when his hands were tied.” The above passage is an instance of (A) Deductive argument (B) Hypothetical argument (C) Analogical argument (D) Factual argument

Description : A man ought no more to value himself for being wiser than a woman if he owes his advantage to a better education, than he ought to boast of his courage for beating a man when his hands ... an instance of (A) Deductive argument (B) Hypothetical argument (C) Analogical argument (D) Factual argument

Last Answer : (C) Analogical argument

"lf a large diamond is cut up into little bits, it will lose its value just as an army is divided up into small units of soldiers, it loses its strength." The argument put above may be called as (A) Analogical (B) Deductive (C) Statistical (D) Casual

Description : "lf a large diamond is cut up into little bits, it will lose its value just as an army is divided up into small units of soldiers, it loses its strength." The argument put above may be called as (A) Analogical (B) Deductive (C) Statistical (D) Casual

Last Answer : (A) Analogical

When the conclusion of an argument follows from its premise/premises conclusively, the argument is called (A) Circular argument (B) Inductive argument (C) Deductive argument (D) Analogical argument

Description : When the conclusion of an argument follows from its premise/premises conclusively, the argument is called (A) Circular argument (B) Inductive argument (C) Deductive argument (D) Analogical argument

Last Answer : (C) Deductive argument

Select the code which is not correct : An analogical argument is strengthened by (A) increasing the number of entities. (B) increasing the number of similar respects. (C) reducing the claim made earlier stronger. (D) making the conclusion stronger when premises remain unchanged.

Description : Select the code which is not correct :  An analogical argument is strengthened by (A) increasing the number of entities. (B) increasing the number of similar respects. (C) reducing the claim made earlier stronger. (D) making the conclusion stronger when premises remain unchanged.

Last Answer : (D) making the conclusion stronger when premises remain unchanged. 

Select the code, which is not correct in the context of deductive argument with two premises: (A) An argument with one true premise, one false premise and a false conclusion may be valid. (B) An argument with two true premises and a false conclusion may be valid. (C) An argument with one true premise, one false premise and a true conclusion may be valid. (D) An argument with two false premises and a false conclusion may be valid.

Description : Select the code, which is not correct in the context of deductive argument with two premises: (A) An argument with one true premise, one false premise and a false conclusion may be valid. (B) An argument ... may be valid. (D) An argument with two false premises and a false conclusion may be valid. 

Last Answer : (B) An argument with two true premises and a false conclusion may be valid. 

Given below are some characteristics of reasoning. Select the code that states a characteristic which is not of deductive reasoning: (A) The conclusion must be based on observation and experiment (B) The conclusion should be supported by the premise/premises (C) The conclusion must follow from the premise/premises necessarily (D) The argument may be valid or invalid

Description : Given below are some characteristics of reasoning. Select the code that states a characteristic which is not of deductive reasoning: (A) The conclusion must be based on observation and experiment ( ... must follow from the premise/premises necessarily (D) The argument may be valid or invalid

Last Answer : (A) The conclusion must be based on observation and experiment

Select the code which states the condition of an invalid deductive argument : (A) All the premises are true but the conclusion is false. (B) Some of the premises are true but the conclusion is false. (C) All the premises are false and the conclusion is also false. (D) All the premises are true and the conclusion is also true.

Description : Select the code which states the condition of an invalid deductive argument : (A) All the premises are true but the conclusion is false. (B) Some of the premises are true but the conclusion is false. ... the conclusion is also false. (D) All the premises are true and the conclusion is also true.

Last Answer : (A) All the premises are true but the conclusion is false. 

Choose the right code: A deductive argument claims that: I. The conclusion does not claim something more than that which is contained in the premises. II. The conclusion is supported by the premise/premises conclusively. III. If the conclusion is false, then premise/premises may be either true or false. IV. If premise/combination of premises is true, then conclusion must be true. Codes : (A) I and II (B) I and III (C) II and III (D) All the above

Description : Choose the right code: A deductive argument claims that: I. The conclusion does not claim something more than that which is contained in the premises. II. The conclusion is supported by the premise/premises conclusively. III. If ... (A) I and II (B) I and III (C) II and III (D) All the above

Last Answer : Answer: A

Men and woman may have different reproductive strategies but neither can be considered inferior or superior to the other, any more than a bird’s wings can be considered superior or inferior to a fish’s fins. What type of argument it is? (A) Biological (B) Physiological (C) Analogical (D) Hypothetical

Description : Men and woman may have different reproductive strategies but neither can be considered inferior or superior to the other, any more than a bird's wings can be considered superior or inferior to a fish's ... What type of argument it is? (A) Biological (B) Physiological (C) Analogical (D) Hypothetical

Last Answer : Answer: C

An analogical argument is strengthened by (A) making the claim bolder while its premises remain unchanged. (B) reducing the claim made on the basis of the premises affirmed. (C) remaining the claim unchanged while the evidence in its support is found to exhibit greater frailty. (D) None of the above.

Description : An analogical argument is strengthened by (A) making the claim bolder while its premises remain unchanged. (B) reducing the claim made on the basis of the premises affirmed. (C) remaining the claim unchanged ... the evidence in its support is found to exhibit greater frailty. (D) None of the above.

Last Answer : (B) reducing the claim made on the basis of the premises affirmed.

Which one among the following is not a characteristic of a deductive type of argument ? (A) The conclusion follows from the premise/premises necessarily. (B) The argument admits degree of complexity. (C) The argument provides us knowledge about matters of fact. (D) The argument must be either valid or invalid.

Description : Which one among the following is not a characteristic of a deductive type of argument ? (A) The conclusion follows from the premise/premises necessarily. (B) The argument admits degree of complexity. ( ... provides us knowledge about matters of fact. (D) The argument must be either valid or invalid.

Last Answer : (C) The argument provides us knowledge about matters of fact.

A deductive argument is invalid if: (A) Its premises and conclusions are all true (B) Its premises and conclusions are all false (C) Its premises are true but its conclusion is false (D) Its premises are false but its conclusion is true

Description : A deductive argument is invalid if: (A) Its premises and conclusions are all true (B) Its premises and conclusions are all false (C) Its premises are true but its conclusion is false (D) Its premises are false but its conclusion is true

Last Answer : (C) Its premises are true but its conclusion is false

A deductive argument can not be valid : (A) If its premise / premises is/are true and its conclusion is true. (B) If its premise / premises is /are true and its conclusion is false. (C) If its premise / premises is/are false and its conclusion is false. (D) If its premise / premises is / are false and its conclusion is true.

Description : A deductive argument can not be valid : (A) If its premise / premises is/are true and its conclusion is true. (B) If its premise / premises is /are true and its conclusion is false. (C) If ... conclusion is false. (D) If its premise / premises is / are false and its conclusion is true.

Last Answer : (B) If its premise / premises is /are true and its conclusion is false

Deductive argument involves (A) sufficient evidence (B) critical thinking (C) seeing logical relations (D) repeated observation

Description : Deductive argument involves (A) sufficient evidence (B) critical thinking (C) seeing logical relations (D) repeated observation

Last Answer : (C) seeing logical relations

A deductive argument is valid if: (A) premises are false and conclusion true (B) premises are false and conclusion is also false (C) premises are true and conclusion is false (D) premises are true and conclusion is true

Description : A deductive argument is valid if: (A) premises are false and conclusion true (B) premises are false and conclusion is also false (C) premises are true and conclusion is false (D) premises are true and conclusion is true

Last Answer : (D) premises are true and conclusion is true

In a deductive argument conclusion is: (A) Summing up of the premises (B) Not necessarily based on premises (C) Entailed by the premises (D) Additional to the premises

Description : In a deductive argument conclusion is: (A) Summing up of the premises (B) Not necessarily based on premises (C) Entailed by the premises (D) Additional to the premises

Last Answer : (C) Entailed by the premises

The premises of a valid deductive argument: (A) Provide some evidence for its conclusion (B) Provide no evidence for its conclusion (C) Are irrelevant for its conclusion (D) Provide conclusive evidence for its conclusion

Description : The premises of a valid deductive argument: (A) Provide some evidence for its conclusion (B) Provide no evidence for its conclusion (C) Are irrelevant for its conclusion (D) Provide conclusive evidence for its conclusion

Last Answer : (D) Provide conclusive evidence for its conclusion

Consider the following statements and select the correct answer from the code given below: i. Rajasthan receives the highest solar radiation in the country. ii. India has the fifth largest installed wind power in the world. iii. The maximum amount of wind power is contributed by Tamil Nadu. iv. The primary source of uranium in India is Jaduguda. Codes: (A) i and ii (B) i, ii and iii (C) ii and iii (D) i and iv

Description : Consider the following statements and select the correct answer from the code given below: i. Rajasthan receives the highest solar radiation in the country. ii. India has the fifth largest installed wind power in the world. iii. The ... (A) i and ii (B) i, ii and iii (C) ii and iii (D) i and iv

Last Answer : Answer: D

Given below are some characteristics of logical argument. Select the code which expresses a characteristic which is not of inductive in character. (A) The conclusion is claimed to follow from its premises. (B) The conclusion is based on causal relation. (C) The conclusion conclusively follows from its premises. (D) The conclusion is based on observation and experiment

Description : Given below are some characteristics of logical argument. Select the code which expresses a characteristic which is not of inductive in character. (A) The conclusion is claimed to follow from ... conclusively follows from its premises. (D) The conclusion is based on observation and experiment

Last Answer : (C) The conclusion conclusively follows from its premises. 

Consider the statement which is followed by two arguments (i) and (ii). Statement: India should have a very strong and powerful Lokpal. Arguments: (i) Yes, it will go a long in eliminating corruption in bureaucracy. (ii) No, it will discourage honest officers from making quick decisions. Codes: (A) Only argument (i) is strong. (B) Only argument (ii) is strong. (C) Both the arguments are strong. (D) Neither of the arguments is strong.

Description : Consider the statement which is followed by two arguments (i) and (ii). Statement: India should have a very strong and powerful Lokpal. Arguments: (i) Yes, it will go a long in eliminating corruption in ... . (C) Both the arguments are strong. (D) Neither of the arguments is strong.

Last Answer : (A) Only argument (i) is strong. 

Consider the statement which is followed by two arguments (I) and (II): Statement: Should persons with criminal background be banned from contesting elections? Arguments: (I) Yes, it will decriminalize politics. (II) No, it will encourage the ruling party to file frivolous cases against their political opponents. (A) Only argument (I) is strong. (B) Only argument (II) is strong. (C) Both the arguments are strong. (D) Neither of the arguments is strong.

Description : Consider the statement which is followed by two arguments (I) and (II): Statement: Should persons with criminal background be banned from contesting elections? Arguments: (I) Yes, it will decriminalize ... strong. (C) Both the arguments are strong. (D) Neither of the arguments is strong.

Last Answer : (A) Only argument (I) is strong. 

Consider the statement which is followed by two arguments (I) and (II): Statement: Should India switch over to a two party system? Arguments: (I) Yes, it will lead to stability of Government. (II) No, it will limit the choice of voters. (A) Only argument (I) is strong. (B) Only argument (II) is strong; (C) Both the arguments are strong. (D) Neither of the arguments is strong.

Description : Consider the statement which is followed by two arguments (I) and (II): Statement: Should India switch over to a two party system? Arguments: (I) Yes, it will lead to stability of Government. (II) No, ... (II) is strong; (C) Both the arguments are strong. (D) Neither of the arguments is strong.

Last Answer : (C) Both the arguments are strong.

Consider the following assertion (A) and reason (R) and select the correct code given below: (A) : No man is perfect. (R): Some men are not perfect. (A) Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) does not provide sufficient reason for

Description : Consider the following assertion (A) and reason (R) and select the correct code given below: (A) : No man is perfect. (R): Some men are not perfect. (A) Both (A) and (R) are true but (R) does not provide ... ). (C) (A) is true but (R) is false. (D) (A) is false but (R) is true.

Last Answer : Answer: A

A reasoning where we start with certain particular statements and conclude with a universal statement is called (A) Deductive Reasoning (B) Inductive Reasoning (C) Abnormal Reasoning (D) Transcendental Reasoning

Description : A reasoning where we start with certain particular statements and conclude with a universal statement is called (A) Deductive Reasoning (B) Inductive Reasoning (C) Abnormal Reasoning (D) Transcendental Reasoning

Last Answer : (D) Transcendental Reasoning

Consider the following four statements (A–D) related to the common frog Rana tigrina, and select the correct option stating which ones are true (T) and which ones are false (F). Statements: A. On dry land it would die due to lack of O2 if its mouth is forcibly kept closed for a few days. B. It has four-chambered heart. C. On dry land it turns uricotelic from ureotelic. D. Its life-history is carried out in pond water. A B C D (a) T F F T (b) T T F F (c) F F T T (d) F T T F

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Last Answer : (a) T F F T

If the statement ‘None but the brave wins the race’ is false which of the following statements can be claimed to be true? Select the correct code: (A) All brave persons win the race (B) Some persons who win the race are not brave (C) Some persons who win the race are brave (D) No person who wins the race is brave

Description : If the statement None but the brave wins the race' is false which of the following statements can be claimed to be true? Select the correct code: (A) All brave persons win the race (B) Some persons who ... brave (C) Some persons who win the race are brave (D) No person who wins the race is brave

Last Answer : (A) All brave persons win the race

If we want to seek new knowledge of facts about the world, we must rely on reason of the type: (A) Physiological (B) Inductive (C) Deductive (D) Demonstrative

Description : If we want to seek new knowledge of facts about the world, we must rely on reason of the type: (A) Physiological (B) Inductive (C) Deductive (D) Demonstrative

Last Answer : (B) Inductive

A smart classroom is a teaching space which has (i) Smart portion with a touch panel control system. (ii) PC/Laptop connection and DVD/VCR player. (iii) Document camera and specialized software (iv) Projector and screen Select the correct answer from the codes given below: (A) (i) and (ii) only (B) (ii) and (iv) only (C) (i), (ii) and (iii) only (D) (i), (ii), (iii) and (iv)

Description : A smart classroom is a teaching space which has (i) Smart portion with a touch panel control system. (ii) PC/Laptop connection and DVD/VCR player. (iii) Document camera and specialized software (iv) Projector and screen Select the ... (C) (i), (ii) and (iii) only (D) (i), (ii), (iii) and (iv)

Last Answer : Answer: B

Which of the codes given below contains only the correct statements? Select the code: Statements: (a) Venn diagram represents the arguments graphically. (b) Venn diagram can enhance our understanding. (c) Venn diagram may be called valid or invalid. (d) Venn diagram is clear method of notation. Codes: (A) (a), (c) and (d) (B) (a), (b) and (c) (C) (a), (b) and (d) (D) (b), (c) and (d)

Description : Which of the codes given below contains only the correct statements? Select the code: Statements: (a) Venn diagram represents the arguments graphically. (b) Venn diagram can enhance our understanding. (c) Venn diagram may be called valid or ... and (c) (C) (a), (b) and (d) (D) (b), (c) and (d)

Last Answer : Answer: C 

Which of the following is/are a minority institution(s) ? 1. Punjabi University, Patiala 2. Osmania University, Hyderabad 3. Kashmir University, Srinagar 4. St. Stephens College, Delhi Select the correct answer from the code given below : Codes : (A) 1 and 2 (B) 2 and 4 (C) 2 only (D) 4 only

Description : Which of the following is/are a minority institution(s) ? 1. Punjabi University, Patiala 2. Osmania University, Hyderabad 3. Kashmir University, Srinagar 4. St. Stephens College, Delhi Select the correct answer from the code given below : Codes : (A) 1 and 2 (B) 2 and 4 (C) 2 only (D) 4 only

Last Answer : Answer: D

What is a coherence is an absurd conclusion that follows form an argument that appears to be good?

Description : What is a coherence is an absurd conclusion that follows form an argument that appears to be good?

Last Answer : What is the answer ?

Is a paradox an absurd conclusion that follows from an argument that appears to be good?

Description : Is a paradox an absurd conclusion that follows from an argument that appears to be good?

Last Answer : A paradox doesn't have to be a conclusion from an argument itcan be an absurd or contradictory statement or proposition whichwhen investigated may prove to be well founded or true.

Is a paradox an absurd conclusion that follows from an argument that appears to be good?

Description : Is a paradox an absurd conclusion that follows from an argument that appears to be good?

Last Answer : A paradox doesn't have to be a conclusion from an argument itcan be an absurd or contradictory statement or proposition whichwhen investigated may prove to be well founded or true.

Which of the following statements are false ? Choose from the code given below : 1. Inductive arguments always proceed from the particular to the general. 2. A cogent argument must be inductively strong. 3. A valid argument may have a false premise and a false conclusion. 4. An argument may legitimately be spoken of as ‘true’ or ‘false’. Code : (A) 2, 3 and 4 (B) 1 and 3 (C) 2 and 4 (D) 1 and 2

Description : Which of the following statements are false ? Choose from the code given below : 1. Inductive arguments always proceed from the particular to the general. 2. A cogent argument must be inductively strong. 3. A valid argument may have a ... (A) 2, 3 and 4 (B) 1 and 3 (C) 2 and 4 (D) 1 and 2

Last Answer : (C) 2 and 4

For advancing knowledge, the latest strategy used by mankind is (A) consulting an authority (B) deductive reasoning (C) scientific thinking (D) inductive reasonin

Description : For advancing knowledge, the latest strategy used by mankind is (A) consulting an authority (B) deductive reasoning (C) scientific thinking (D) inductive reasoning

Last Answer : (C) scientific thinking

Syllogistic reasoning is: (A) Deductive (B) Inductive (C) Experimental (D) Hypothetical

Description : Syllogistic reasoning is: (A) Deductive (B) Inductive (C) Experimental (D) Hypothetical

Last Answer : (A) Deductive

Deductive reasoning proceeds from (A) general to particular (B) particular to general (C) one general conclusion to another general conclusion (D) one particular conclusion to another particular conclusion

Description : Deductive reasoning proceeds from (A) general to particular (B) particular to general (C) one general conclusion to another general conclusion (D) one particular conclusion to another particular conclusion

Last Answer : (A) general to particular

A deductive argument is sound if and only if it is A) valid and all its premises are true B) invalid and all its premises are true C) is valid and one of the premise is false D) is valid and its conclusion is false.

Description : A deductive argument is sound if and only if it is A) valid and all its premises are true B) invalid and all its premises are true C) is valid and one of the premise is false D) is valid and its conclusion is false. 

Last Answer : A) valid and all its premises are true 

Select the code, which is not correct about Venn diagram: (A) Venn diagram represents propositions as well as classes. (B) It can provide clear method of notation. (C) It can be either valid or invalid. (D) It can provide the direct method of testing the validity.

Description : Select the code, which is not correct about Venn diagram: (A) Venn diagram represents propositions as well as classes. (B) It can provide clear method of notation. (C) It can be either valid or invalid. (D) It can provide the direct method of testing the validity.

Last Answer : (C) It can be either valid or invalid. 

Among the following propositions two are related in such a way that one is the denial of the other. Which are those propositions? Select the correct code: Propositions: (a) All women are equal to men (b) Some women are equal to men (c) Some women are not equal to men (d) No women are equal to men Codes: (A) (a) and (b) (B) (a) and (d) (C) (c) and (d) (D) (a) and (c)

Description : Among the following propositions two are related in such a way that one is the denial of the other. Which are those propositions? Select the correct code: Propositions: (a) All women are equal to men (b) Some women are equal to ... (b) (B) (a) and (d) (C) (c) and (d) (D) (a) and (c)

Last Answer : Answer: D

Among the following propositions two arc related in such a way that they can both be true although they cannot both be false. Which are those propositions? Select the correct code. Propositions: (a) Some priests are cunning. (b) No priest is cunning. (c) All priests are cunning. (d) Some priests are not cunning. Codes: (A) (a) and (b) (B) (c) and (d) (C) (a) and (c) (D) (a) and (d)

Description : Among the following propositions two arc related in such a way that they can both be true although they cannot both be false. Which are those propositions? Select the correct code. Propositions: (a) Some priests are cunning. (b) No priest ... (b) (B) (c) and (d) (C) (a) and (c) (D) (a) and (d)

Last Answer : Answer: D

Which of the following are Central Universities? 1. Pondicherry University 2. Vishwa Bharati 3. H.N.B. Garhwal University 4. Kurukshetra University Select the correct answer from the code given below: Codes: (A) 1, 2 and 3 (B) 1, 3 and 4 (C) 2, 3 and 4 (D) 1, 2 and 4

Description : Which of the following are Central Universities? 1. Pondicherry University 2. Vishwa Bharati 3. H.N.B. Garhwal University 4. Kurukshetra University Select the correct answer from the code given below: Codes: (A) 1, 2 and 3 (B) 1, 3 and 4 (C) 2, 3 and 4 (D) 1, 2 and 4

Last Answer : (A) 1, 2 and 3

Which of the following are the ways of acquiring Indian citizenship ? 1. Birth 2. Descent 3. Naturalisation 4. Incorporation of territory Select the correct answer from the code given below : Codes : (A) 1 and 2 (B) 1 and 4 (C) 1, 2 and 3 (D) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Description : Which of the following are the ways of acquiring Indian citizenship ? 1. Birth 2. Descent 3. Naturalisation 4. Incorporation of territory Select the correct answer from the code given below : Codes : (A) 1 and 2 (B) 1 and 4 (C) 1, 2 and 3 (D) 1, 2, 3 and 4

Last Answer : Answer: D