Reasoning PYQs

The logic followed here is:

Thus, the missing number in the series is 450.

Hence, the correct answer is Option 3.

The logic follows here is:

Logic : 1^st Number - 5 = 2^nd Number.

Now,

Option 1) 18 : 13 → 18 - 5 = 13.

Option 2) 30 : 24 → 30 - 6 = 24.

Option 3) 34 : 29 → 34 - 5 = 29.

Option 4) 27 : 22 → 22 - 5 = 22.

Here, Option 2 (30 : 24) does not follows the logic.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 2".

Given,

Statement:

You notice your co-worker is unusually quiet and withdrawn during meetings, after being very active previously. What is the most socially intelligent approach?

Solution:

The most socially intelligent approach is to privately check in with your co-worker, asking if they're okay and offering support. This shows empathy, respect for their privacy, and genuine concern for their well-being.

Publicly questioning or ignoring the situation could be perceived as insensitive or dismissive, while immediately reporting them to the manager may escalate the situation unnecessarily without addressing the root cause.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 1".

The arrangement of the given words in the order in which they appear in an English dictionary is as shown below :

1. Commercial

2. Commission

3. Committee

4. Communication

5. Community

Hence, the correct answer is "1, 2, 3, 4, 5".

The arrangement of the given words in the order in which they appear in an English dictionary is as shown below :

2. Income
3. Indeed
4. Industry
5. Insect
6. Inside
7. Island

Hence, the correct answer is "2, 3, 5, 6, 4, 1".

Conclusions:

I. Remote work always leads to decreased productivity in organizations. - Does not follow (The statement says productivity decreased only in certain departments of some organizations, not always.)

II. Companies benefit financially from remote work arrangements. - Follows (The statement clearly says companies reported reduced overhead costs (less office space and utilities), which means financial benefit.)

III. Hybrid work models are superior to purely remote or office-based work. - does not follow (The statement says research indicates hybrid models may offer the best, but it does not conclusively prove they are superior.)

Thus, only II follow.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 2".

The situation requires a balanced and strategic decision. Shruti should consider both financial growth and maintaining control over her brand, which is built on personal touch and customer trust.

Let's check each option:

1. Accept immediately for financial gain - Not appropriate Course of Action (Accepting immediately ignores the risk of losing control over key decisions, which could harm the brand identity.) 2. Decline outright to retain autonomy - Not appropriate Course of Action (Not the best choice. While autonomy is preserved, it rejects a potentially beneficial growth opportunity without exploring alternatives.) 3. Negotiate for a smaller stake and partial control - Appropriate Course of Action (Negotiating allows Shruti to secure financial investment while maintaining significant decision-making power, protecting the brand’s values and customer trust.) 4. Close her business and look for a new venture - Not appropriate Course of Action (Completely inappropriate. Her business is already successful, so shutting it down makes no logical sense.)

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 3".

BODMAS Rule:

Decoding the given information:

Given equation: 10?5^6^12=?

Now replacing the sign from left to right using BODMAS Rule, we get:

⇒ 10 - 5 × 6 × 12 = ?

⇒ 10 - 360 = ?

⇒ -350 = ?

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 4".

The goal is to bring the partner back into the group while maintaining teamwork and respect.

Now, let's check each option:

1. Ignore and continue without them - Not appropriate. (As, ignoring the issue may increase their feeling of exclusion and weaken team collaboration.) 2. Blame them for overreacting - Not appropriate. (As, blaming can damage trust and worsen the conflict.) 3. Replace them silently - Not appropriate. (As, this avoids communication and can harm relationships within the volunteer group.) 4. Acknowledge their feelings, explain reasons, and invite their input for future decisions - Appropriate. (As, this approach shows empathy, transparency, and collaboration, helping rebuild trust and encouraging them to re-engage with the group.)

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 4".

Given: In a queue of 45 people, Mohan is 16^th from the front and Sohan is 12^th from the rear. 

Total people in the queue = 45

Mohan’s position from the front = 16

Sohan’s position from the rear = 12

So, Sohan’s position from the front = 45 - 12 + 1 = 46 - 12 = 34

Now, number of people between Mohan and Sohan = 34 - 16 - 1

= 34 - 17

= 17

Thus, 17 people are standing between Mohan and Sohan.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 2".

Statement: Reports indicate that children in rural areas are dropping out of school due to lack of mid-day meals.

Course of Action I: Introduce a robust mid-day meal program in rural schools. - Follows. (As, this directly addresses the problem mentioned in the statement. Providing mid-day meals would encourage children to stay in school and reduce dropout rates.)

Course of Action II: Make education optional for children in rural areas. - Does not follow. (As, this does not solve the problem. Instead of addressing the cause (lack of meals), it may worsen the situation by allowing more children to leave school.)

Thus, only I follows.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 1".

The position and positional values or English Alphabets are:

Given:  A, D, G, J, ?

The logic followed here is:

Thus, M will come next in the following series.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 1".

Given: All applicants meet technical criteria, but one also shows strong teamwork and leadership. 

1. Applicant with highest test score - No (As, technical ability is already satisfied for all candidates, so this is not the best differentiator.) 2. Applicant with most degrees - No (As, more degrees do not necessarily add practical value if technical requirements are already met.) 3. Applicant with strong teamwork and leadership - Yes (As, these are additional strengths that improve collaboration, project success, and potential leadership within the team.) 4. Applicant with longest resume - No (As, a longer resume does not guarantee better performance.)

Thus, 'Applicant with strong teamwork and leadership' should be hired.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 3".

Given Word: 'CONSTRUCTION'

Now, let's check each option one by one:

1. SUCTION → CONSTRUCTION → Can be formed.
2. COINS → CONSTRUCTION → Can be formed.
3. TION → CONSTRUCTION → Can be formed.
4. MOTION → CONSTRUCTION → Cannot be formed as 'M' is missing.

Thus, MOTION cannot be formed from the ​letters.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 4".

The correct mirror image of the given figure is:

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 2".

Given: During a cultural festival, two community groups claim the same venue for their performances.

1. Give it to the bigger group - Does not solves the problem (As, it is unfair to the smaller group and may create resentment.) 2. Split the venue time and coordinate schedules - It solves the problem (As, this allows both groups to perform, promotes fairness, and resolves the dispute peacefully.) 3. Ask one group to cancel - Does not solves the problem (It is unfair and may discourage participation.) 4. Hold a coin toss - Does not solves the problem (As, random decisions are not ideal for organized events and may seem unprofessional.)

Thus, 'Split the venue time and coordinate schedules' is the appropriate problem solving method that can be implemented.

Hence, the correct option is “Option 2”.

Given: A school bus route is inefficient causing delays. Logical improvement?

1. Redesign route using student locations and pick optimal path - It resolves the problem (As, this directly addresses the issue by optimizing the route, reducing delays and improving efficiency.)
2. Charge students extra - It does not resolves the problem (As, this does not solve the routing problem.) 3. Keep same route to avoid change - It does not resolves the problem (As, this keeps the inefficiency and delays unchanged.) 4. Add more buses regardless of cost - It does not resolves the problem (As, this is not a logical or cost-effective solution.)

Thus, 'Redesign route using student locations and pick optimal path' resolve the problem in statement.

Hence, the correct option is “Option 1”.

The position and positional values or English Alphabets are:

The logic followed here is:

TR : RT

 

Similarly,

UV : ?

Thus, UV is related to VU.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 4".

Given: 6, 15, 51, 195, ?

The logic followed here is:

Logic: (Previous number × 4) - 9 = Next number

6

⇒ 6 × 4 - 9 = 24 - 9 = 15

⇒ 15 × 4 - 9 = 60 - 9 = 51

⇒ 51 × 4 - 9 = 204 - 9 = 195

⇒ 195 × 4 - 9 = 780 - 9 = 771

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 2".

The logic followed here is:

Logic: n, (n + 1)²

1. 9, 16 → 3², (3 + 1)² = 4² = 16
2. 16, 25 → 42, (4 + 1)2 = 52 = 25
3. 25, 36 → 52, (5 + 1)2 = 62 = 36
4. 36, 64 → 62, (6 + 1)2 = 72 = 49 ≠ 64

Thus, '36,64' is the odd one out.

Hence, the correct answer is "Option 4".