Verbal Reasoning: Bank Exam Practice Questions (SBI, IBPS, RRB, PO & Clerk)
Q. 1 A large manufacturing company is facing a significant drop in sales, and employee morale is at an all-time low.
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Ans: E
Explanation: The correct option is E because it addresses both the symptoms (sales decline and low morale) and the root causes. Laying off workers (A) may cut costs but worsens morale and doesn’t solve the underlying problems. Ignoring morale (B) or external factors (C) is short-sighted. A lottery (D) is a temporary fix that doesn’t solve the core issues.
Q. 2 A local government is considering implementing a new policy to reduce traffic congestion in the city center. The policy involves charging a fee for vehicles entering the area during peak hours. Which of the following scenarios would most directly support the argument that the policy is an effective measure to reduce traffic congestion?
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Ans: E
Explanation: The policy’s goal is to reduce traffic congestion. The most direct evidence of this is a reduction in the number of vehicles or improved traffic flow in the city center during peak hours, or people switching to public transportation.
Option A supports the argument because people are choosing public transport which is an alternative to driving.
Option B is not correct because it describes a negative outcome of the policy.
Option C is not correct because it shows traffic congestion in off-peak hours is getting worse.
Option D is not correct because a rise in revenue doesn’t mean traffic volume is decreasing.
Option E is correct because there’s a significant decrease in the number of vehicles which means there will be less traffic congestion. This option is even better than option A.
Q. 3 A major fire broke out in a garment factory, leading to significant property damage and the injury of several workers. Initial investigations suggest the fire was caused by a faulty electrical system and a lack of proper fire safety protocols within the factory. Courses of action: I. The factory owner should be held accountable for negligence and failing to comply with safety regulations. II. A thorough review of fire safety regulations and their enforcement should be conducted across all garment factories in the region.
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Ans: C
Explanation: Course of action I is logical as the owner is responsible for the safety of the workers and property. Course of action II is also valid, as it’s necessary to review and strengthen safety regulations and enforcement to prevent future incidents.
Q. 4 Direction :- Read the question in statement is given followed by two assumptions numbered I and II. Consider the statement and decide which of the given assumptions are Implicit Statement: “To improve your English speaking skills, join our Spoken English course,” – a brochure of the ‘Speak Easy’ Institute. Assumptions: I. People want to improve their English speaking skills. II. The ‘Speak Easy’ Institute offers a good spoken English course.
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Ans: A
Explanation:
Assumption I is implicit because the advertisement is targeted at people who desire to improve their English speaking skills, otherwise, the advertisement would be irrelevant. Assumption II is implicit because the advertisement implies that the institute’s course is effective in achieving the stated goal, i.e., improving English speaking skills.
Q. 5 Due to the consistent failure of the water treatment plant, the residents of town A are facing a severe water shortage. Course of action: I. The government should immediately allocate funds for the repair or replacement of the water treatment plant. II. The local authorities should impose water rationing to conserve the existing water supply.
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Ans: B
Explanation: Both courses of action are reasonable. I addresses the root cause of the problem (the malfunctioning plant) by suggesting a solution. II addresses the immediate impact (water shortage) by suggesting a conservation measure. However, I is the more fundamental solution as it addresses the underlying problem. While both are important, I should be done with priority.
Q. 6 Many businesses are implementing flexible work arrangements, allowing employees to work remotely or adjust their hours. Consequently, several organizations are investing heavily in new communication technologies.
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Ans: A
Explanation: The prompt states that businesses are investing in communication technologies due to flexible work arrangements. This implies that the work environment (including the ability to work remotely) affects employee productivity and efficiency. Option E directly reflects this, making it the most logical inference from the given information. The other options make statements not supported by the prompt.
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