Analytical Reasoning — Prelims Questions

Statements: 1. All cars are vehicles. 2. Some vehicles are trucks. Conclusions: I. Some cars are trucks. II. No cars are trucks. Which of the following is correct?

Statement: "The recent increase in fuel prices is primarily due to rising global crude oil costs." Which of the following, if true, would most weaken the statement?

Argument: "To improve public health, the government should ban all sugary drinks. Studies show that countries with higher consumption of sugary drinks have higher rates of diabetes and obesity." Which of the following is an assumption on which the argument rests?

Statements: "Many developing countries are experiencing rapid urbanization, leading to increased demand for housing and infrastructure. However, this rapid growth often outpaces the provision of essential services like sanitation and clean water." Which of the following can be inferred from the statements?

Five friends P, Q, R, S, T are sitting in a circle facing the center. 1. R is immediately to the left of S. 2. Q is not next to T. 3. P is to the right of T. Who is sitting immediately to the right of Q?