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Level up your Assumption Strength skills! You're at Worksheet 4 of 10 (33% through this series). This step-up challenge worksheet features 20 beginner-intermediate-level problems with a focus on common variations practice. Topics covered: assumption strength for competitive exams, how to solve assumption strength, assumption strength tricks.

📝 Worksheet 4 of 10 • 20 questions • ⏱️ Estimated time: 20 minutes • 🎯 Beginner Intermediate level

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Question 1

Policy Statement: Public transport should be free. Assumptions: I. Free transit reduces air pollution. II. Public transport is only for rich. Choose the correct answer:
First assumption directly supports the policy. Second is weak or irrelevant.

Question 2

Policy Statement: Public transport should be free. Assumptions: I. Some people own cars. II. Public transport helps reduce traffic. Choose the correct answer:
Second assumption directly supports the policy. First is weak or irrelevant.

Question 3

Policy Statement: Online learning should be promoted. Assumptions: I. Online platforms enable self-paced learning. II. All students dislike online learning. Choose the correct answer:
First assumption directly supports the policy. Second is weak or irrelevant.

Question 4

Policy Statement: Plastic bags should be banned. Assumptions: I. Alternatives like paper bags exist. II. Some bags are blue. Choose the correct answer:
First assumption directly supports the policy. Second is weak or irrelevant.

Question 5

Policy Statement: Employers must offer skills training. Assumptions: I. Training increases company expenses. II. Skills training enables better performance. Choose the correct answer:
Second assumption directly supports the policy. First is weak or irrelevant.

Question 6

Policy Statement: Cities should build more bike lanes. Assumptions: I. Separated lanes improve cyclist safety. II. Bikes are slower than cars. Choose the correct answer:
First assumption directly supports the policy. Second is weak or irrelevant.

Question 7

Policy Statement: Government must promote solar energy. Assumptions: I. Solar panels are aesthetically pleasing. II. Solar power decreases dependence on fossil fuels. Choose the correct answer:
Second assumption directly supports the policy. First is weak or irrelevant.

Question 8

Policy Statement: Employers must offer skills training. Assumptions: I. Some employees are experienced. II. Skills training enables better performance. Choose the correct answer:
Second assumption directly supports the policy. First is weak or irrelevant.

Question 9

Policy Statement: Employers must offer skills training. Assumptions: I. Workforce development increases productivity. II. Training increases company expenses. Choose the correct answer:
First assumption directly supports the policy. Second is weak or irrelevant.

Question 10

Policy Statement: Plastic bags should be banned. Assumptions: I. Plastic bags are convenient. II. Bags have handles. Choose the correct answer:
Neither assumption strongly supports the policy. Both are trivial or irrelevant.

Question 11

Policy Statement: Online learning should be promoted. Assumptions: I. Online learning improves access. II. Students have phones. Choose the correct answer:
First assumption directly supports the policy. Second is weak or irrelevant.

Question 12

Policy Statement: Cities should build more bike lanes. Assumptions: I. Helmets are required. II. Some people don't know how to bike. Choose the correct answer:
Neither assumption strongly supports the policy. Both are trivial or irrelevant.

Question 13

Policy Statement: Plastic bags should be banned. Assumptions: I. Plastic takes centuries to decompose. II. Some bags are blue. Choose the correct answer:
First assumption directly supports the policy. Second is weak or irrelevant.

Question 14

Policy Statement: Online learning should be promoted. Assumptions: I. Computers have screens. II. All students dislike online learning. Choose the correct answer:
Neither assumption strongly supports the policy. Both are trivial or irrelevant.

Question 15

Policy Statement: Employers must offer skills training. Assumptions: I. Skills training enables better performance. II. Workforce development increases productivity. Choose the correct answer:
Both assumptions provide logical, relevant support for the policy.

Question 16

Policy Statement: Schools should provide nutritious meals. Assumptions: I. Lunch is served at noon. II. School meals reduce food insecurity. Choose the correct answer:
Second assumption directly supports the policy. First is weak or irrelevant.

Question 17

Policy Statement: Online learning should be promoted. Assumptions: I. Online learning improves access. II. All students dislike online learning. Choose the correct answer:
First assumption directly supports the policy. Second is weak or irrelevant.

Question 18

Policy Statement: Cities should build more bike lanes. Assumptions: I. Bike lanes lower carbon emissions. II. Helmets are required. Choose the correct answer:
First assumption directly supports the policy. Second is weak or irrelevant.

Question 19

Policy Statement: Schools should provide nutritious meals. Assumptions: I. Students prefer junk food. II. School meals reduce food insecurity. Choose the correct answer:
Second assumption directly supports the policy. First is weak or irrelevant.

Question 20

Policy Statement: Companies should adopt 4-day work weeks. Assumptions: I. 4-day weeks improve work-life balance. II. Shorter weeks increase productivity. Choose the correct answer:
Both assumptions provide logical, relevant support for the policy.
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