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Statement & Inference - Intermediate Level: speed building INTERMEDIATE

Exam-focused quick response training ★ worksheet: 20 intermediate-level statement & inference questions. Worksheet 13 of 30 targets speed building. Build proficiency in competitive exams, aptitude training, reasoning skills with detailed solutions. Ideal for mid-level competitive exam preparation.

📝 Worksheet 13 of 30 • 20 questions • ⏱️ Estimated time: 20 minutes • 🎯 Intermediate level

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Question 1

Statement: The factory will close down if the strike continues for more than a week. The strike has been going on for 10 days. Which inference can be drawn directly?
Based on the given statement, 'The factory will close down' is the direct logical inference without additional assumptions.
inference, logical, direct

Question 2

Statement: All vegetarians avoid meat. Sarah is a vegetarian. Which inference can be drawn directly?
Based on the given statement, 'Sarah avoids meat' is the direct logical inference without additional assumptions.
inference, logical, direct

Question 3

Statement: After the city installed speed cameras, traffic accidents decreased by 30% in one year. The city budget was $50M, of which $2M went to camera installation. Inference: 'The speed cameras were worth the investment' Does this inference go beyond what the statement supports?
Yes — Would need cost-benefit analysis including value of prevented accidents
inference, overreach, validity, evidence

Question 4

Statement: A survey of 10,000 households found that 70% own smartphones, 50% own tablets, and 30% own both devices. Which inference is correct?
Using set theory principles and mathematical logic, 'All of the above are correct' can be inferred from the given data.
inference, statistical, sets

Question 5

Statement: School X has 95% pass rate with 500 students. School Y has 90% pass rate with 1000 students. School Z has 85% pass rate with 200 students. What can be inferred from this comparison?
Analyzing the comparative data, 'Each school has distinct advantages' captures the key insight from the comparison.
inference, comparative, analysis

Question 6

Statement: School X has 95% pass rate with 500 students. School Y has 90% pass rate with 1000 students. School Z has 85% pass rate with 200 students. What can be inferred from this comparison?
Analyzing the comparative data, 'Each school has distinct advantages' captures the key insight from the comparison.
inference, comparative, analysis

Question 7

Statement: Patient's temperature was 102°F on Monday, 100°F on Tuesday, 99°F on Wednesday, and normal on Thursday. What temporal inference can be made?
Examining the chronological data, 'Recovery followed a clear pattern' represents the most accurate temporal inference.
inference, temporal, trends

Question 8

Statement: Medical study: Out of 1000 patients, 600 recovered with Treatment A, 500 with Treatment B, 300 with both treatments, and 100 with neither. Which inference is correct?
Using set theory principles and mathematical logic, 'All inferences are valid' can be inferred from the given data.
inference, statistical, sets

Question 9

Statement: Airport delays: 15% of flights delayed in good weather, 45% in bad weather, 60% during peak hours. Tomorrow has bad weather forecast during peak travel time. What probabilistic inference is most valid?
Considering the probabilistic data and multiple variables, 'Multiple risk factors coincide' represents the most comprehensive inference.
inference, probabilistic, multi-variable

Question 10

Statement: The project was scheduled for completion in March. Due to delays, it was extended to June. Additional complications arose in May, requiring another 3-month extension. What temporal inference can be made?
Examining the chronological data, 'All inferences are reasonable' represents the most accurate temporal inference.
inference, temporal, trends

Question 11

Facts: The front door is unlocked. The TV is on. A window is broken in the back. A laptop is missing from the desk. Dog is barking aggressively. Which explanation is MOST plausible given these facts?
The most plausible explanation is: 'A burglar broke in through the back window and stole the laptop' because Explains broken window, missing laptop, unlocked door (exit), and dog's reaction. Abductive reasoning seeks the inference that best explains all observed facts with fewest assumptions.
inference, abductive, explanation, plausibility

Question 12

Statement: Patient's temperature was 102°F on Monday, 100°F on Tuesday, 99°F on Wednesday, and normal on Thursday. What temporal inference can be made?
Examining the chronological data, 'Recovery followed a clear pattern' represents the most accurate temporal inference.
inference, temporal, trends

Question 13

Statement: Airport delays: 15% of flights delayed in good weather, 45% in bad weather, 60% during peak hours. Tomorrow has bad weather forecast during peak travel time. What probabilistic inference is most valid?
Considering the probabilistic data and multiple variables, 'Multiple risk factors coincide' represents the most comprehensive inference.
inference, probabilistic, multi-variable

Question 14

Statement: A survey of 500 adults found that 60% prefer coffee over tea, 25% prefer tea, and 15% drink neither. The survey had a margin of error of ±4%. Inference: 'The survey results are accurate for the entire country' Does this inference go beyond what the statement supports?
Yes — Assumes the sample is representative without evidence
inference, overreach, validity, evidence

Question 15

Facts: Sales decreased 20% last quarter. Customer satisfaction scores dropped 15%. Competitor launched similar product at 30% lower price. Marketing budget was cut by 40%. Which explanation is MOST plausible given these facts?
The most plausible explanation is: 'The competitor's lower-priced product captured market share' because Directly explains sales decrease; price competition affects both sales and satisfaction. Abductive reasoning seeks the inference that best explains all observed facts with fewest assumptions.
inference, abductive, explanation, plausibility

Question 16

Statement: Historical data shows: 80% of startups fail within 2 years. Companies with experienced founders have 60% success rate. Startups with funding have 70% survival rate. TechCorp is a funded startup with experienced founders. What probabilistic inference is most valid?
Considering the probabilistic data and multiple variables, 'Multiple positive factors favor TechCorp' represents the most comprehensive inference.
inference, probabilistic, multi-variable

Question 17

Statement: Medical study: Out of 1000 patients, 600 recovered with Treatment A, 500 with Treatment B, 300 with both treatments, and 100 with neither. Which inference is correct?
Using set theory principles and mathematical logic, 'All inferences are valid' can be inferred from the given data.
inference, statistical, sets

Question 18

Statement: Airport delays: 15% of flights delayed in good weather, 45% in bad weather, 60% during peak hours. Tomorrow has bad weather forecast during peak travel time. What probabilistic inference is most valid?
Considering the probabilistic data and multiple variables, 'Multiple risk factors coincide' represents the most comprehensive inference.
inference, probabilistic, multi-variable

Question 19

Statement: Medical screening: Test A detects 90% of cases but has 5% false positives. Test B detects 85% of cases with 2% false positives. Combining both tests increases accuracy to 95% with 1% false positives. What probabilistic inference is most valid?
Considering the probabilistic data and multiple variables, 'All assessments are accurate' represents the most comprehensive inference.
inference, probabilistic, multi-variable

Question 20

Statement: The factory will close down if the strike continues for more than a week. The strike has been going on for 10 days. Which inference can be drawn directly?
Based on the given statement, 'The factory will close down' is the direct logical inference without additional assumptions.
inference, logical, direct
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