Assertion And Reason(Reasoning Aptitude ) Questions and answers for exam Preparation

Reasoning Aptitude

ASSERTION AND REASON MCQs

Assertion And Reason

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Question 191. Assertion:J.K. Rowlling's books are selling like hot cakes. RI. People love the subject of the book written by Rowlling and the style of her writing.RII. Rowlling uses very simple language so that every one understand that.

Only RI and not RII is the reason for the assertion.
only RII and not RI is the reason for the assertion.
either RI or RII, but not both, is the reason for the assertion.
neither RI nor RII is the reason for the assertion.
both RI and RII are the reason for the assertion.

Discuss Question

Answer: Option A. -> Only RI and not RII is the reason for the assertion.

The interesting topic and the art of writing is a proper reason for the popularity of an author. Hence RI is a reason. RII is not the reason, because if the subject is not good, language does not help.

Question 192. Assertion:The problem solving ability, mental performance and memory of the employees of company C are deteriorating.RI. Due to tight schedule at company C, the employees of the company are skipping their breakfast regularly.RII. The job is physical in nature, but not mental.

Only RI and not RII is the reason for the assertion.
only RII and not RI is the reason for the assertion.
either RI or RII, but not both, is the reason for the assertion.
neither RI nor RII is the reason for the assertion.
both RI and RII are the reason for the assertion.

Discuss Question

Answer: Option D. -> neither RI nor RII is the reason for the assertion.

Here in the assertion, we are only talking about the weakness of the employees. RI is giving the reason for skipping breakfast, so it is not the reason. RII is also not a valid reason, as lack of mental exercise may not lead to deterioration.

Question 193. Directions : For the Assertion (A) and Reason (R) below, choose the correct alternative
Assertion (A) : Glass tumbler breaks in winter when hot water is poured in it.
Reason (R) : When hot water is poured. the outer surface of glass expands.

Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A.
A is true but R is false.
A is false but R is true.

Discuss Question

Answer: Option C. -> A is true but R is false.

When in winter, hot water is poured in the glass tumbler. its inner surface tends to expand while the Outer surface in contact with cold atmosphere does not. This opposite interaction causes the tumbler to break.

Question 194. Assertion:Today's youth in India like western music more than Indian classical music.RI. Western music has strong base than Indian classical music.RII. Indian classical music is very boring and they like rocking music more.

Only RI and not RII is the reason for the assertion.
only RII and not RI is the reason for the assertion.
either RI or RII, but not both, is the reason for the assertion.
neither RI nor RII is the reason for the assertion.
both RI and RII are the reason for the assertion.

Discuss Question

Answer: Option D. -> neither RI nor RII is the reason for the assertion.

Hence the given assertion is about the preference of today's youth.RI is talking about the strong base of western music. Having strong base does not imply that it is good to listen.RII tells that youth like rocking music but there is no evidence that western music is rocking.\Neither RI nor RII is a reason.

Question 195. Assertion:The newly constructed bridge collapsed and caused death of many people.RI. The design of the bridge was not proper.RII. The bridge was constructed on black cotton soil.

Only RI and not RII is the reason for the assertion.
only RII and not RI is the reason for the assertion.
either RI or RII, but not both, is the reason for the assertion.
neither RI nor RII is the reason for the assertion.
both RI and RII are the reason for the assertion.

Discuss Question

Answer: Option A. -> Only RI and not RII is the reason for the assertion.

Here the assertion is about the collapse of the newly constructed bridge, which is possible because of faulty construction or because of improper design. Hence, I can be reason.RII talks about type of soil, which is out of context.

Question 196. Directions: For the Assertion (A) and Reason (R) below, choose the correct alternativeAssertion (A) : Cotton is grown in alluvial soils. Reason (R) : Alluvial soils are very fertile.

Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A.
A is true but R is false.
A is false but R is true.

Discuss Question

Answer: Option A. -> Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.

Question 197. Directions : For the Assertion (A) and Reason (R) below, choose the correct alternativeAssertion(A) : An iron ball floats on mercury but gets immersed in water. Reason (R) : The specific gravity of iron is more than that of mercury.

Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A.
A is true but R is false
A is false but R is true.

Discuss Question

Answer: Option C. -> A is true but R is false

Question 198. Directions : For the Assertion (A) and Reason (R) below, choose the correct alternativeAssertion (A) : a Leaves of plants are green. Reason (R) : Plants contain chromoplasts, the green pigment.

Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A
Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A
Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A
A is false but R is true.

Discuss Question

Answer: Option C. -> Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A

Question 199.

Directions : For the Assertion (A) and Reason (R) below, choose the correct alternative

Assertion (A) : There is no vaccine for AIDS.

Resson (R) : The AIDS virus changes its genetic code

Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.
Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A
Both A and R are true but R is NOT the correct explanation of A
A is false but R is true

Discuss Question

Answer: Option A. -> Both A and R are true and R is the correct explanation of A.

Question 200. Assertion (A) : When common salt is kept open, it absorbs moisture from the air. Reason (R) : Common salt contains magnesium chloride.