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Exam: UPSC Civil Services Prelims Subject: General Studies Paper-II (CSAT) Topic: Logical reasoning and analytical ability

Total Questions: 20

Q1. If 'FLOWER' is coded as 'REWOLF', how will 'SUNSET' be coded?

TNESSU SUTNES TENNUSS TENNUSS
Q2. If all mammals give birth to live young, and some mammals are whales, then which of the following statements must be true?

All whales give birth to live young Some whales are not mammals All mammals are whales Some whales give birth to live young
Q3. Which logical fallacy involves presenting only two options or possibilities when more exist?

False Dilemma Appeal to Authority Appeal to Ignorance Bandwagon
Q4. What is the result of true && true?

true false null undefined
Q5. Statement: All doctors are trained professionals. Assumption: Some trained professionals are not doctors.

True False Cannot say None of the above
Q6. If all triangles have three sides, and all squares are rectangles, then which of the following statements must be true?

All rectangles are triangles Some triangles are squares All squares are triangles Some rectangles are squares
Q7. What comes next in the pattern: 2, 4, 6, 8, ?

10 12 14 16
Q8. If a book is placed in front of a mirror, how will the word 'BOOK' appear in the mirror?

KOBO KOOB BOKO OOKB
Q9. Statement: The river is overflowing its banks. Course of action: Evacuate people living in low-lying areas.

Only I is the course of action. Only II is the course of action. Both I and II are the course of action. Neither I nor II is the course of action.
Q10. Statement: Time management is crucial for success. Argument: Some successful individuals are known for their procrastination habits.

True False Cannot say Both are correct
Q11. What is the recommended course of action in case of a power outage?

Light candles and continue with regular activities Unplug all electronic devices Contact the electricity provider for updates Wait for the power to come back on its own
Q12. Which of the following does not belong in the group: Circle, Square, Triangle, Rectangle?

Circle Square Triangle Rectangle
Q13. What does brainstorming involve in problem solving?

Narrowing down options quickly Generating ideas without criticism Ignoring possible solutions Following a strict plan
Q14. Why is it important to remain flexible in problem solving?

To stick to one approach To resist change To adapt to new information To avoid finding solutions
Q15. What is the effect of deforestation on climate change?

Reduces global warming Increases rainfall No impact on climate change Accelerates global warming
Q16. Which of the following is equivalent to 'NOT p IMPLIES q'?

p AND q NOT p OR q NOT p AND NOT q p OR q
Q17. If a hen and a half lay an egg and a half in a day and a half, how many eggs will half a dozen hens lay in half a dozen days?

6 9 12 18
Q18. Statement: There is a strike called by the transport union. Course of action: Arrange for alternative means of transportation for the public.

Only I is the course of action. Only II is the course of action. Both I and II are the course of action. Neither I nor II is the course of action.
Q19. Statement: Music has a therapeutic effect. Argument: Not everyone finds music soothing or relaxing.

True False Cannot say Both are correct
Q20. Which term best describes an argument that is logically valid but has false premises?

Sound argument Valid argument Unsound argument Invalid argument

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