CAT Verbal Ability Questions | CAT Fact, Inference & Judgement questions

CAT/1994

Question . 14

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 prices of electronic goods are falling

B. Since we have substantial reductions in import duties, this is obvious.

C. The trend is bound to continue in the near future.

D. But the turnover of the electronic industry is still rising, because the consumers are increasing at a rapid rate

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Explanatory Answer

Method of solving this CAT Verbal Ability Question from Fact, Inference & Judgement question

(c) A and D are facts. B is an inference based on the fact A (prices are falling because of reductions in import duties). C is a judgement as it is an estimate.