Logical Deduction MCQs

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Q71.
Mark is working with a realtor to find a location for the toy store he plans to open in his town. He is looking for a place that is either in, or not too far from, the center of town and one that would attract the right kind of foot traffic. Which of the following locations should Mark's realtor call to his attention?

a.

a storefront in a new high-rise building near the train station in the center of town whose occupants are mainly young, childless professionals who use the train to commute to their offices each day.

b.

a little shop three blocks away from the town's main street, located across the street from an elementary school and next door to an ice cream store

c.

a stand-alone storefront on a quiet residential street ten blocks away from the town's center

d.

a storefront in a small strip mall located on the outskirts of town that is also occupied by a pharmacy and a dry cleaner

Discuss
Answer: (b).a little shop three blocks away from the town's main street, located across the street from an elementary school and next door to an ice cream store
Q72.
The neighborhood block association has received many complaints about people knocking on doors and soliciting money for an unknown charity organization even though door-to-door solicitation is prohibited by local laws. Three residents have provided descriptions of individuals who have come to their door asking for money.
Solicitor #1 is a white male, 20-25 years old,
5'9", 145 pounds, with very short brown hair.
He was wearing a dark blue suit and carrying
a brown leather briefcase.
Solicitor #2 is a white male, 25-30 years old,
6'2", 200 pounds, with a shaved-head. He was
wearing a red T-shirt and jeans.
Solicitor #3 is a white male, approximately
23 years old, 5'10", slight build, with short
brown hair. He was wearing a blue suit.
Three days after the block association meet-
ing, a resident noticed a man knocking on
doors in the neighborhood and phoned the
police to report the illegal activity. This solic-
itor was described as follows:
Solicitor #4 is a white male, 22 years old, 140
pounds, about 5'10", with short brown hair.
He was carrying a briefcase and wearing a
dark suit.
Based on this description, which of the three
solicitations was also likely carried out by
Solicitor #4?

a.

#1, #2, and #3

b.

#1, but not #2 and #3

c.

#1 and #3, but not #2

d.

#1 and #2, but not #3

Discuss
Answer: (c).#1 and #3, but not #2
Q73.
Rita, an accomplished pastry chef who is well known for her artistic and exquisite wedding cakes, opened a bakery one year ago and is surprised that business has been so slow. A consultant she hired to conduct market research has reported that the local population doesn't think of her shop as one they would visit on a daily basis but rather a place they'd visit if they were celebrating a special occasion. Which of the following strategies should Rita employ to increase her daily business?

a.

making coupons available that entitle the coupon holder to receive a 25% discount on wedding, anniversary, or birthday cakes

b.

exhibiting at the next Bridal Expo and having pieces of one of her wedding cakes available for tasting

c.

placing a series of ads in the local newspaper that advertise the wide array of breads

d.

moving the bakery to the other side of town

Discuss
Answer: (c).placing a series of ads in the local newspaper that advertise the wide array of breads
Q74.
Dr. Miller has a busy pediatric dentistry practice and she needs a skilled, reliable hygienist to keep things running smoothly. The last two people she hired were recommended by top dentists in the area, but they each lasted less than one month. She is now in desperate need of a hygienist who can competently handle the specific challenges of her practice. Which one of the following candidates should Dr. Miller consider most seriously?

a.

Marilyn has been a hygienist for fifteen years, and her current employer, who is about to retire, says she is the best in the business. The clientele she has worked with consists of some of the wealthiest and most powerful citizens in the county.

b.

Lindy recently graduated at the top of her class from one of the best dental hygiene programs in the state. Prior to becoming a dental hygienist, Lindy spent two years working in a day care center.

c.

James has worked as a dental hygienist for three years in a public health clinic. He is very interested in securing a position in a private dental office.

d.

Kathy is an experienced and highly recommended dental hygienist who is also finishing up a degree in early childhood education, which she hopes will get her a job as a preschool teacher. She is eager to find a job in a pediatric practice, since she has always wanted to work with children.

Discuss
Answer: (b).Lindy recently graduated at the top of her class from one of the best dental hygiene programs in the state. Prior to becoming a dental hygienist, Lindy spent two years working in a day care center.
Q75.
Mrs. Jansen recently moved to Arizona. She wants to fill her new backyard with flowering plants. Although she is an experienced gardener, she isn't very well-versed in what plants will do well in the Arizona climate. Also, there is a big tree in her backyard making for shady conditions and she isn't sure what plants will thrive without much direct sunlight. Her favorite gardening catalog offers several backyard seed packages. Which one should Mrs. Jansen choose?

a.

The Rainbow Collection is ideal for North-east gardens. It includes a variety of colorful perennials that thrive in cool, moist conditions.

b.

The Greenhouse Collection will blossom year after year if planted in brightly lit locations and watered regularly.

c.

The Treehouse Collection will provide lush green plants with delicate colorful flowers that thrive in shady and partially shady locations.

d.

The Oasis Collection includes a variety of perennials that thrive in dry climates and bright sunlight.

Discuss
Answer: (c).The Treehouse Collection will provide lush green plants with delicate colorful flowers that thrive in shady and partially shady locations.
Q76.
The Kingston Mall has more stores than the Galleria.
The Four Corners Mall has fewer stores than the Galleria.
The Kingston Mall has more stores than the Four Corners Mall.
If the first two statements are true, the third statement is

a.

true

b.

false

c.

uncertain

d.

None of the above

Discuss
Answer: (a).true
Q77.
All the tulips in Zoe's garden are white.
All the pansies in Zoe's garden are yellow.
All the flowers in Zoe's garden are either white or yellow
If the first two statements are true, the third statement is

a.

true

b.

false

c.

uncertain

d.

None of the above

Discuss
Answer: (c).uncertain
Q78.
During the past year, Josh saw more movies than Stephen.
Stephen saw fewer movies than Darren.
Darren saw more movies than Josh.
If the first two statements are true, the third statement is

a.

true

b.

false

c.

uncertain

d.

None of the above

Discuss
Answer: (c).uncertain
Q79.
Rover weighs less than Fido.
Rover weighs more than Boomer.
Of the three dogs, Boomer weighs the least.
If the first two statements are true, the third statement is

a.

true

b.

false

c.

uncertain

d.

None of the above

Discuss
Answer: (a).true
Q80.
All the offices on the 9th floor have wall-to-wall carpeting.
No wall-to-wall carpeting is pink.
None of the offices on the 9th floor has pink wall-to-wall carpeting.
If the first two statements are true, the third statement is

a.

true

b.

false

c.

uncertain

d.

None of the above

Discuss
Answer: (a).true
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