Statements, assumptions and conclusions

Evaluating arguments and inferences.

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Definitions

  • Assumption: something taken for granted by the speaker, unstated.
  • Conclusion: something that follows logically from the statement.
  • An inference must be supported; avoid options that go beyond the statement.

Practice questions

Statement: “Carry an umbrella; it may rain today.” Which assumption is implicit?Easy
Statement: “The school has announced extra classes for Class 10 before the board exams.” Which assumption is implicit?Medium
Statement: “Use this toothpaste for stronger teeth.” The advertiser assumes that:Easy
Statement: “All shops in the market close on Sunday.” Conclusion: “Rani cannot buy from that market on Sunday.”Medium
Statement: “Many students in the city prefer cycling to school.” Which conclusion definitely follows?Medium
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