CAT Verbal Ability Questions | CAT Fact, Inference & Judgement questions
CAT/1994
Question . 7
Directions for Questions: From the alternatives, choose the one which correctly classifies the four sentences as a
F : Fact : If it relates to a known matter of direct observation, or an existing reality or something known to be true.
J : Judgement : If it is an opinion or estimate or anticipation of common sense or intention.
I : Inference : If it is a logical conclusion or deduction about something, based on the knowledge of facts.
A. The Minister definitely took the wrong step
B. Under the circumstances, he had many other alternatives.
C. The Prime Minister is embarrassed due to the Minister’s decision.
D. If he has put the government in jeopardy, the Minister must resign.
Explanatory Answer
Method of solving this CAT Verbal Ability Question from Fact, Inference & Judgement question
(a) A is clearcut an opinion (judgement) about somebody else's decision. D is a conclusion (inference) about the minister's future action. B and C are facts as C is something known and B is a known matter of direct observation.