Reasoning Ability - Statement & Assumption
Statement: "Optimism fuels perseverance in tough times."
Assumptions:
1️⃣ Pessimism sustains effort.
2️⃣ Positive outlook maintains motivation.
Which assumption(s) is/are implicit?
Statement: "Optimism fuels perseverance in tough times." Assumptions: 1️⃣ Pessimism sustains effort. 2️⃣ Positive outlook maintains motivation. Which assumption(s) is/are implicit?
medium Q7 of 15
Step-by-Step Solution
Step 1: Identify attitude role
The statement claims optimism supports continued effort during challenges.Step 2: Evaluate assumptions
Assumption 1 — that pessimism sustains effort — contradicts the claim. Assumption 2 — a positive outlook helps maintain motivation — implicit.Final Answer:
Only 2 is implicit. → Option BQuick Check:
If positivity didn’t help motivation, optimism wouldn’t be described as 'fuel' ✅
Quick Trick: Attitude claims imply supportive mindsets, not negatives.
Common Mistakes:
- Including opposites as implied.
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