CAT Verbal Ability Questions | CAT Fact, Inference & Judgement questions
CAT/1994
Question . 10
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. Unless the banks agree to a deferment of the interest, we cannot show profits this year.
B. This would not have happened had we adopted a stricter credit scheme.
C. The revenues so far cover only the cost and salaries.
D. Let us learn a lesson : we cannot make profits without complete control over credit.
Explanatory Answer
Method of solving this CAT Verbal Ability Question from Fact, Inference & Judgement question
(d) A is a fact because we know that profits won't come until the bank agrees. C is also a fact as it is a known observation. D is a clear cut lesson/inference. B is a judgement as "If we would have done this, it wouldn't have happened" - an opinion