In scientific inquiry, the hypothesis is a testable statement that predicts the relationship between variables. According to the scientific method, the validity of a hypothesis is determined by its ability to withstand empirical testing and produce consistent results. Critics of this approach argue that relying solely on empirical data can lead to the neglect of theoretical frameworks that provide context for understanding phenomena. Which of the following assumption would allow the above statements to be properly made?
Question 2.
In business strategy, the concept of diversification involves expanding a company’s operations into new markets or product lines to reduce risk and enhance growth potential. Though, diversification can lead to increased revenue streams and a more resilient business model, critics contend that diversification can dilute a company’s core competencies and result in inefficiencies, ultimately harming overall performance. Which of the following assumption would allow the above statements to be properly drawn?
Question 3.
A recent survey of smartphone users revealed that 70% of respondents believe that data privacy is important. However, only 30% actively use privacy settings on their devices. The survey indicates that a major reason for this is that many users find privacy settings confusing and difficult to navigate. Which of the following assumption would allow the above statements to be properly drawn?
Question 4.
A ban on cell phones in schools is necessary as it distracts students from their academics, it is unnecessary as in an emergency the school landlines can be used. A break from social media during the school day would remove the stress and help students build their concentration and enhance their learning. What is the assumption being made about cell phones?
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Frankly, technology is often baffling to me, too. Luckily, I have kids who delight in parenting me – advising, explaining and guiding me, on all things digital. But studies suggest that this helpfulness might not be as beneficial as we think. Grappling wi th new and baffling things forces the ageing brain to work in novel ways. A recent study from the University of Texas involving more than 200 elderly adults found that those who engaged with technology had better cognition and memory than their non -engagin g peers.
Question 5.
Which of the following assumption is made in the above passage?
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Depression among the elderly is on the rise and often goes unnoticed. Most Gerontologists now believe that it is an extremely common psychiatric disorders among the elderly – with half of all cases going undiagnosed. When elderly parents become depressed ( many of them come from a generation not accustomed to talking about their mental health), it can be difficult to know how to respond.
Question 6.
Which of the following assumption is made in the above passage?
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Players have long been able to buy virtual items with real money in video games, such as special weapons and features. But Nintendo raised the ire of parents and Regulators in 2018 when it added so -called loot boxes —a virtual lottery for in -game items —to its kid -friendly game ‘Animal Crossing: Pocket Camp.’ That same year, the US Federal Trade Commission said it would investigate loot boxes, which critics liken to a slot machine or a scratch ticket that’s more accessible to children. The video game indu stry pushed back hard, arguing that loot boxes are an integral part of the strategy and skills players use to compete.
Question 7.
The passage assumes which of the following:
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Human beings are entitled to dignity and rights while non -human animals are not, because human beings are autonomous while animals are heteronomous. In other words, animals are not in control of their actions and are guided entirely by pleasure and pain, w hile human beings are capable of acting, for moral reasons, even contrary to pleasure and consonant with pain.
Question 8.
Which of the following assumption is made in the above passage?
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The negative psychological effects of pornography, including addiction and emotional distress, are well -documented. We have a moral obligation to protect our society from these potential harms. Banning pornography is a responsible step to safeguard the men tal well -being of individuals, especially our youth.
Question 9.
Which of the following assumption is made in the above passage?
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Excessive use of mobile phones has been associated with a range of health issues. Prolonged screen time and constant connectivity can lead to physical problems like eye strain, neck and back pain, and disrupted sleep patterns. Additionally, excessive use o f mobile phones raises concerns about the potential long -term health effects of exposure to electromagnetic radiation. Therefore, one should not use mobile phones.
Question 10.
Which of the following assumption is made in the above passage?
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Dark comedy should be banned. Dark comedy often relies on humour that is edgy and insensitive, making light of serious or sensitive topics such as death, mental illness, or tragedy. It can normalize insensitivity and desensitize people to the gravity of th ese issues. Over time, individuals may become less empathetic or more willing to dismiss the real -life pain and suffering of others as mere punchlines.
Question 1.
Which of the following assumption is made in the above passage?
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Gun violence in schools is a significant and concerning issue, and discussing ways to prevent it and ensure the safety of students and faculty is crucial. An important way of limiting it is by implementing background checks and waiting periods for gun purc hases. This can prevent individuals with mental health issues from obtaining firearms.
Question 2.
Which of the following is the most appropriate assumption required by the above passage?
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“It is well known that the world isn’t the same anymore — politically, economically or, for that matter, financially. Macroeconomic settings have turned adverse — from ultra -low to higher -for-longer interest rates — and raised the levels of debt, especiall y public debt, uncertainties, and volatility. It follows that these conditions will bear upon future growth. The breaking up of trade supply chains and their reshaping, for example, will be costly for the world in general, according to calculations, a nd costlier for the emerging and the developing countries.”
Question 3.
Which of the following assumption is made in the above passage?
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“Travelling in a bus can be an enjoyable experience if you have your own seat, the vehicle is not crowded, and there is a nice breeze. But if the bus is packed with people, you can get irritable. Something similar happens to atoms: if they are contained in a vessel at a low density, they behave in a certain way, but if they are packed densely together, with little moving space, something new happens.”
Question 4.
Which of the following assumption is made in the above passage?
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“The issue of “tamperability” of EVMs has been doing the rounds ever since they were first introduced. Every time a political party loses an election, it blames the machine. However, none of them has been able to prove their allegations against the credibi lity of EVMs, and neither do they apologise when they win the elections where the same EVMs have been used. All that this manages to do, however, is shake the trust of people in the system. Many critics, giving the example of Germany, say that EVMs have been declared illegal by the German Supreme Court.”
Question 5.
Which of the following assumption is made in the above passage?
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“The art of war is of vital importance to the State. It is a matter of life and death, a road either to safety or to ruin. Hence it is a subject of inquiry which can on no account be neglected.”
Question 6.
Which of the following assumption is made in the above passage?
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In English tort law, the principle of ‘strict liability’ is applied to hold a person legally responsible for the consequences flowing from an activity, even in the absence of fault or criminal intent on the person’s part. In 1987, the Supreme Court of Indi a introduced a new principle - ‘absolute liability’, a far more stringent rule of liability without any exceptions, particularly to deal with industrial accidents. This principle imposed a liability on individuals who engaged in an inherently dangerous or hazardous activity for any harm done to any person while carrying out the activity.
Question 7.
Which one of the following assumptions is necessary to ensure the above argument logically follows?
Question 8.
Statement: “We are short on time so we better send these documents via speed post.” Assumption made:
Question 9.
Read the Statement given below and decide which of the Assumptions listed thereafter are implicit in the Statement. Statement: India should generate solar energy to meet its unmet energy requirements. Assumptions: I. Solar energy is cheaper than other forms of energy. II. India is capable of generating solar energy. III. India is unable to meet its energy requirements using non -solar sources of energy.
Question 10.
Read the Statement given below and decide which of the Assumptions listed thereafter are implicit in the Statement. Statement: To catch the rats running around in the house, you should use a rat trap. Assumptions: I. Rats are likely to step into rat traps. II. Food will be kept inside the rat trap. III. Rat traps are small in size.
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