{"id":226054,"date":"2025-08-28T12:16:57","date_gmt":"2025-08-28T06:46:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/?p=226054"},"modified":"2025-08-28T12:16:58","modified_gmt":"2025-08-28T06:46:58","slug":"statement-and-assumption-reasoning","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/statement-and-assumption-reasoning\/","title":{"rendered":"Statement and Assumption Reasoning, Concepts, Short Tricks, Tips"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_77 counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of content<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><a href=\"#\" class=\"ez-toc-pull-right ez-toc-btn ez-toc-btn-xs ez-toc-btn-default ez-toc-toggle\" aria-label=\"Toggle Table of Content\"><span class=\"ez-toc-js-icon-con\"><span class=\"\"><span class=\"eztoc-hide\" 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ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/statement-and-assumption-reasoning\/#What_Is_Statement_and_Assumption_in_Reasoning\" >What Is Statement and Assumption in Reasoning?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/statement-and-assumption-reasoning\/#Why_Is_Statement_and_Assumption_Important_in_Competitive_Exams\" >Why Is Statement and Assumption Important in Competitive Exams?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/statement-and-assumption-reasoning\/#Statement_and_Assumption_Reasoning_Short_Notes\" >Statement and Assumption Reasoning Short Notes<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/statement-and-assumption-reasoning\/#Quick_Revision_Summary\" >Quick Revision Summary<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/statement-and-assumption-reasoning\/#What_Are_the_Types_of_Statement_and_Assumption_Questions_in_Reasoning\" >What Are the Types of Statement and Assumption Questions in Reasoning?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/statement-and-assumption-reasoning\/#Statement_and_Assumption_Formulas_for_Reasoning\" >Statement and Assumption Formulas for Reasoning<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/statement-and-assumption-reasoning\/#Statement_and_Assumption_Tricks_for_SSC_CGL_and_Other_Exams\" >Statement and Assumption Tricks for SSC CGL and Other Exams<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/statement-and-assumption-reasoning\/#How_to_Approach_Statement_and_Assumption_Questions\" >How to Approach Statement and Assumption Questions<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-9\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/statement-and-assumption-reasoning\/#Solved_Statement_and_Assumption_Questions_from_2024%E2%80%9325_Exams\" >Solved Statement and Assumption Questions from 2024\u201325 Exams<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-10\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/statement-and-assumption-reasoning\/#Statement_and_Assumption_Concepts_for_Bank_Exams\" >Statement and Assumption Concepts for Bank Exams<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-11\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/statement-and-assumption-reasoning\/#Common_Mistakes_to_Avoid_while_Solving_Statement_and_Assumption\" >Common Mistakes to Avoid while Solving Statement and Assumption<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-12\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/statement-and-assumption-reasoning\/#Related_Reasoning_Topics_to_Explore\" >Related Reasoning Topics to Explore<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-13\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/statement-and-assumption-reasoning\/#FAQs\" >FAQs<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<p>Statement and Assumption is a key reasoning topic asked in almost every competitive exam including SSC, Banking, RRB, and State PSCs. In these questions, a statement is provided, and candidates must identify which assumptions are logically implicit in it. In this blog, we have provided the definition, importance, short notes, formulas, tricks, solved examples from 2024\u201325 exams, and more.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_Statement_and_Assumption_in_Reasoning\"><\/span>What Is Statement and Assumption in Reasoning?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>In Statement and Assumption questions, you are given a statement followed by possible assumptions. An assumption is something that is <strong>implicitly taken for granted<\/strong> in the statement but not explicitly mentioned.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Why it appears in exams?<\/strong><br>These questions test logical thinking, ability to read between the lines, and decision-making skills.<\/li><li><strong>Skills required:<\/strong><br>Logical interpretation, critical thinking, identifying hidden meanings, and quick elimination of options.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Why_Is_Statement_and_Assumption_Important_in_Competitive_Exams\"><\/span>Why Is Statement and Assumption Important in Competitive Exams?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Statement and Assumption questions may look simple but often test deep reasoning ability. Exams use them to check whether candidates can analyze implications beyond the surface meaning.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Exam<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>No. of Questions<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Difficulty<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>SSC CGL \/ CHSL<\/td><td>1\u20132<\/td><td>Easy<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>IBPS PO \/ SBI PO<\/td><td>1\u20132<\/td><td>Moderate<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>RRB NTPC \/ Group D<\/td><td>1<\/td><td>Easy<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>State PSC \/ Police<\/td><td>1\u20132<\/td><td>Moderate<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Get the details about the\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/upcoming-government-exams\/?ref=contac-acb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">upcoming government exams<\/a>\u00a0you can apply for<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Statement_and_Assumption_Reasoning_Short_Notes\"><\/span>Statement and Assumption Reasoning Short Notes<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Some of the terms related to the topic statement and assumption are as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Term<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Meaning<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Statement<\/td><td>A given sentence or claim<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Assumption<\/td><td>A hidden belief or precondition<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Explicit Fact<\/td><td>Directly mentioned in the statement<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Implicit Assumption<\/td><td>Understood but not directly written<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Valid Assumption<\/td><td>Logically follows from the statement<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Invalid Assumption<\/td><td>Cannot be concluded logically<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/sbi-clerk-mock-test\/?ref=contac-acb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Attempt A Free SBI Clerk Mock Test<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Quick_Revision_Summary\"><\/span>Quick Revision Summary<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Some of the most used concepts for last-minute revision are as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Concept<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Explanation<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Statement<\/td><td>The given sentence under consideration<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Assumption<\/td><td>Belief that must be true for statement to hold<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Valid Assumption<\/td><td>Logically linked to the statement<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Invalid Assumption<\/td><td>Not supported by the statement<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Explicit Fact<\/td><td>Clearly mentioned in statement<\/td><\/tr><tr><td>Implicit Meaning<\/td><td>Hidden idea that supports the statement<\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Are_the_Types_of_Statement_and_Assumption_Questions_in_Reasoning\"><\/span>What Are the Types of Statement and Assumption Questions in Reasoning?<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Types of Statement and Assumption Questions being asked in the exam are as follows:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">1) Public Messages: Ads, Notices, Appeals<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hallmark:<\/strong> A message aimed at the public asking them to do\/avoid something.<br><strong>Typical valid assumption:<\/strong> The audience can see\/understand the message and may change behaviour.<br><strong>Trap:<\/strong> Assuming guaranteed compliance or universal reach.<br><strong>Fresh example:<\/strong><br><strong>Statement:<\/strong> \u201cUse the metro on festival days to keep roads decongested.\u201d<br><strong>Implicit assumption:<\/strong> Many commuters are able and willing to switch to metro on those days.<br><strong>Invalid leap:<\/strong> \u201cEveryone owns a metro pass.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">2) Cause\u2013Effect Assertions<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hallmark:<\/strong> A claim that X is happening because of Y, or that Y will lead to Z.<br><strong>Typical valid assumption:<\/strong> The cause and effect are connected strongly enough to matter in this context.<br><strong>Trap:<\/strong> Confusing coincidence with causation.<br><strong>Fresh example:<\/strong><br><strong>Statement:<\/strong> \u201cOnline grocery orders spiked after the heatwave.\u201d<br><strong>Implicit assumption:<\/strong> Heat discourages outdoor shopping, nudging people online.<br><strong>Invalid leap:<\/strong> \u201cNo other factor (discounts, holidays) played any role.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Check out\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/important-reasoning-questions-for-ibps-rrb\/?ref=contac-acb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">100 Reasoning Questions with Solution<\/a>\u00a0for IBPS RRB<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">3) Recommendations \/ Course of Action<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hallmark:<\/strong> Advice, suggestion, or a proposed remedy.<br><strong>Typical valid assumption:<\/strong> The action is feasible and likely to address the problem.<br><strong>Trap:<\/strong> Assuming resources, permissions, or perfect execution exist.<br><strong>Fresh example:<\/strong><br><strong>Statement:<\/strong> \u201cSchedule weekend mock tests to raise prelims scores.\u201d<br><strong>Implicit assumption:<\/strong> Regular testing improves performance for these candidates.<br><strong>Invalid leap:<\/strong> \u201cMocks alone guarantee selection.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">4) Existence \/ Feasibility of a Condition<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hallmark:<\/strong> A proposal or claim that presumes something\/someone exists or is available.<br><strong>Typical valid assumption:<\/strong> The subject or condition actually exists (or can exist).<br><strong>Trap:<\/strong> Assuming universal availability or scale.<br><strong>Fresh example:<\/strong><br><strong>Statement:<\/strong> \u201cLaunch evening classes for working aspirants.\u201d<br><strong>Implicit assumption:<\/strong> There are enough working aspirants who would attend.<br><strong>Invalid leap:<\/strong> \u201cAll working aspirants prefer evenings.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/ibps-clerk-mock-test\/?ref=contac-acb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Attempt A Free IBPS Clerk Mock Test<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">5) Time-Anchored Claims (Past\/Present\/Future)<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Hallmark:<\/strong> Mentions policy effects, trends, or expectations across time.<br><strong>Typical valid assumption:<\/strong> The current\/expected context allows the predicted impact.<br><strong>Trap:<\/strong> Dragging in unrelated past success\/failure or assuming permanence.<br><strong>Fresh example:<\/strong><br><strong>Statement:<\/strong> \u201cThe revised pattern will improve question quality next year.\u201d<br><strong>Implicit assumption:<\/strong> The revision targets known gaps affecting quality.<br><strong>Invalid leap:<\/strong> \u201cThe earlier pattern had no merits at all.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">6) Policy \/ Regulatory Announcements<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Statement:<\/strong> \u201cCap interchange fees to make digital payments cheaper.\u201d<br><strong>Assumes:<\/strong> Lower fees will be passed on to users (and adoption will rise).<br><strong>Trap:<\/strong> Assuming banks\/PSPs will not offset via other charges.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">7) Conditional (If\u2013Then) &amp; Eligibility Framing<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Statement:<\/strong> \u201cIf attendance falls below 70%, bar the candidate from the lab.\u201d<br><strong>Assumes:<\/strong> Attendance is a meaningful proxy for lab readiness.<br><strong>Trap:<\/strong> Treating the condition as both necessary and sufficient without evidence.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">8) Comparative \/ Benchmark Claims<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Statement:<\/strong> \u201cRegional newspapers are more trusted than national dailies.\u201d<br><strong>Assumes:<\/strong> The comparison metric (trust) is measurable and relevant here.<br><strong>Trap:<\/strong> Extending a local survey to the entire population.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">9) Appeal to Authority \/ Expert Citation<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Statement:<\/strong> \u201cAs per the health council, screen adults annually.\u201d<br><strong>Assumes:<\/strong> The council is credible and its guidance fits this population.<br><strong>Trap:<\/strong> Blindly accepting authority without context.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">10) Quantified or Proportional Claims<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Statement:<\/strong> \u201cMost first-time test takers struggle with DI sets.\u201d<br><strong>Assumes:<\/strong> A sizeable majority actually faces difficulty.<br><strong>Trap:<\/strong> Reading \u201cmost\u201d as \u201call.\u201d<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">11) Goal\u2013Means Framing<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Statement:<\/strong> \u201cTo cut evaluation time, adopt OMR scanning.\u201d<br><strong>Assumes:<\/strong> OMR scanning is faster and workable for this exam.<br><strong>Trap:<\/strong> Ignoring setup costs, training, or error rates.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Also Solve\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/statement-and-assumptions-based-questions-for-rrb-ntpc\/?ref=contac-acb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Statement and Assumption Questions Based on RRB NTPC<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">12) Resource \/ Constraint Based<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Statement:<\/strong> \u201cLimit batch size to 40 to improve interaction.\u201d<br><strong>Assumes:<\/strong> Smaller groups lead to more interaction here.<br><strong>Trap:<\/strong> Assuming the same effect regardless of faculty\/format.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">13) Hypothetical \/ Counterfactual<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Statement:<\/strong> \u201cHad we started earlier, the campaign would have succeeded.\u201d<br><strong>Assumes:<\/strong> Early start is a decisive success factor.<br><strong>Trap:<\/strong> Overlooking other bottlenecks (budget, messaging).<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">14) Multi-Statement \/ Layered Sets<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Statement(s):<\/strong> Two or more claims that jointly support a proposal.<br><strong>Assumes:<\/strong> Each link in the chain holds (A-B, B-C).<br><strong>Trap:<\/strong> One weak link breaks the overall assumption.<\/p>\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed aligncenter wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio  is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper video-seo-youtube-embed-wrapper\"><div class=\"video-seo-youtube-player\" data-id=\"BW3TBgGugaA\"><\/div><\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Statement_and_Assumption_Formulas_for_Reasoning\"><\/span>Statement and Assumption Formulas for Reasoning<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While there are no mathematical formulas, reasoning \u201ctemplates\u201d act as shortcuts:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>If a <strong>statement suggests an action<\/strong>, the assumption is that action is possible.<\/li><li>If a <strong>statement suggests a problem<\/strong>, the assumption is that the problem exists.<\/li><li>If a <strong>statement provides a solution<\/strong>, the assumption is that the solution is effective.<\/li><li>If a <strong>statement is advice<\/strong>, the assumption is that following it is beneficial.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Statement_and_Assumption_Tricks_for_SSC_CGL_and_Other_Exams\"><\/span>Statement and Assumption Tricks for SSC CGL and Other Exams<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Follow these strategies to solve questions quickly:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Identify the <strong>core idea<\/strong> of the statement.<\/li><li>Ask: <em>\u201cWhat must be true for this statement to make sense?\u201d<\/em><\/li><li>Eliminate assumptions that are <strong>not directly related<\/strong>.<\/li><li>Do not assume things <strong>outside the scope<\/strong> of the statement.<\/li><li>Remember: Assumptions are about <strong>what is believed<\/strong>, not <strong>what is proven<\/strong>.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Practice all questions based on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/logical-reasoning\/?ref=contac-aib\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Logical Reasoning<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_to_Approach_Statement_and_Assumption_Questions\"><\/span>How to Approach Statement and Assumption Questions<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>When solving Statement and Assumption questions, the key is to understand the hidden belief that makes the statement meaningful. By following some simple steps, you can avoid common traps and pick the right answer.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Author\u2019s Point of View:<\/strong> Always think like the person making the statement and ask what they believe to be true.<\/li><li><strong>Negation Test:<\/strong> Reverse the assumption &#8211; if the statement collapses, the assumption is valid.<\/li><li><strong>Stick to Given Info:<\/strong> Use only the data in the statement, avoid bringing in outside facts.<\/li><li><strong>Avoid Extreme Wording:<\/strong> Assumptions with \u201call, always, every, only\u201d are usually invalid.<\/li><li><strong>Check Relevance:<\/strong> Assumptions must directly support the statement, not contradict or add unrelated ideas.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-content-justification-center is-layout-flex wp-container-core-buttons-is-layout-16018d1d wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-button\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link\" href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/ssc-cgl-mock-test\/?ref=contac-acb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Attempt A Free SSC CGL Mock Test<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Solved_Statement_and_Assumption_Questions_from_2024%E2%80%9325_Exams\"><\/span>Solved Statement and Assumption Questions from 2024\u201325 Exams<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q1. SSC CGL 2024 (Memory-Based, Tier 1 Shift 2)<\/strong><br><em>Statement:<\/em> \u201cGovernment should make yoga mandatory in schools.\u201d<br><em>Assumptions:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Yoga is beneficial for students.<\/li><li>All schools have yoga teachers.<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> Only Assumption 1 is valid.<br><strong>Explanation:<\/strong> The statement assumes yoga is useful. It doesn\u2019t assume that every school already has yoga teachers.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Take a free <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/sbi-po-previous-year-paper\/?ref=contac-aib\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">SBI PO Previous Year Paper Test<\/a> now!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q2. IBPS PO 2024<\/strong><br><em>Statement:<\/em> \u201cPrivate vehicles should be banned in city areas.\u201d<br><em>Assumptions:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Traffic congestion can be reduced this way.<\/li><li>People will follow the rule.<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> Only Assumption 1 is valid.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Q3. RRB NTPC 2024 (Memory-Based)<\/strong><br><em>Statement:<\/em> \u201cCoaching institutes should be regulated by the government.\u201d<br><em>Assumptions:<\/em><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Some coaching institutes exploit students.<\/li><li>Students cannot study without coaching.<br><strong>Answer:<\/strong> Only Assumption 1 is valid.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<p>Check out all the details about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/analytical-reasoning\/?ref=contac-aib\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Analytical Reasoning <\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Statement_and_Assumption_Concepts_for_Bank_Exams\"><\/span>Statement and Assumption Concepts for Bank Exams<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Bank exams like <strong>IBPS PO<\/strong> and <strong>SBI PO<\/strong> often ask tricky versions:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\"><li>Coded assumptions in abstract language.<\/li><li>Situational assumptions involving policies, banking, or economy.<br><strong>Example:<\/strong><br><em>Statement:<\/em> \u201cRBI should cut repo rates to boost economy.\u201d<br><em>Assumption:<\/em> Cutting repo rate will increase growth.<\/li><\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Common_Mistakes_to_Avoid_while_Solving_Statement_and_Assumption\"><\/span>Common Mistakes to Avoid while Solving Statement and Assumption<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>While solving questions based on the topic Statement and Assumption, aspirants must keep these details in mind to avoid mistakes while solving such types of questions:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ol class=\"wp-block-list\"><li><strong>Assuming outside knowledge<\/strong> \u2013 Stick to the statement only.<\/li><li><strong>Treating facts as assumptions<\/strong> \u2013 Facts are explicit, assumptions are implicit.<\/li><li><strong>Overgeneralizing<\/strong> \u2013 Don\u2019t assume beyond what\u2019s logically implied.<\/li><li><strong>Ignoring the scope<\/strong> \u2013 Assumptions must be linked directly to the statement.<\/li><li><strong>Confusing conclusion with assumption<\/strong> \u2013 Assumption is the base, conclusion is the result.<\/li><\/ol>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Related_Reasoning_Topics_to_Explore\"><\/span>Related Reasoning Topics to Explore<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-table\"><table><tbody><tr><td><strong>Topics<\/strong><\/td><td><strong>Topics<\/strong><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/blood-relation-reasoning-questions\/?ref=contac-acb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Blood Relation Concepts<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/floor-based-puzzles\/?ref=contac-acb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Floor Based Puzzle Short Tricks<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/clock-reasoning\/?ref=contac-acb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Clock Reasoning Concepts<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/reasoning-puzzle-questions\/?ref=contac-acb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Puzzle Reasoning Questions<\/a><\/td><\/tr><tr><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/calendar-reasoning\/?ref=contac-acb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Calendar Reasoning Strategies<\/a><\/td><td><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/alphanumeric-series\/?ref=contac-acb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Alphanumeric Series Patterns<\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/blog\/alphanumeric-series\/?ref=contac-acb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\"><\/a><\/td><\/tr><\/tbody><\/table><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Aspirants, now you have a clear understanding of how to practice and solve Statement and Assumption questions effectively. You can also enroll in\u00a0<a href=\"https:\/\/www.oliveboard.in\/courses\/?ref=contac-acb\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Oliveboard Courses<\/a>\u00a0and learn from experienced faculty members to strengthen your preparation before appearing for the next competitive exam.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"FAQs\"><\/span>FAQs<span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"schema-faq wp-block-yoast-faq-block\"><div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1756362348877\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q1. Why are Statement and Assumption questions asked in competitive exams?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Ans. They test a candidate\u2019s logical ability, critical thinking, and decision-making skills.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1756362349676\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q2. What are the main types of Statement and Assumption questions?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Ans. Types include advertisements, notices, cause-and-effect, course of action, and existence\/non-existence assumptions.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1756362350240\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q3. Can a statement have more than one valid assumption?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Ans. Yes, many questions allow multiple assumptions if both logically support the statement.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1756362350920\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q4. What is the difference between Assumption and Inference?<\/strong> <p class=\"schema-faq-answer\">Ans. An assumption is an unstated belief behind a statement, while an inference is a conclusion drawn from it.<\/p> <\/div> <div class=\"schema-faq-section\" id=\"faq-question-1756362351479\"><strong class=\"schema-faq-question\">Q5. 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