Question Bank • QB_GA_118 MSQ • 2 Marks

Section 8: General Aptitude

Verbal Aptitude

Subtopic: Critical Reasoning

Question Statement:

Statement: 'Should commercial farms be mandated to adopt solar-powered micro-irrigation systems?' Arguments: I. Yes, it drastically reduces greenhouse gas emissions and fossil fuel consumption. II. Yes, it ensures uninterrupted daytime irrigation regardless of rural electrical grid outages. III. No, the initial capital expenditure could prove economically unviable for smallholders without subsidies. Which of the arguments are STRONG?

Options:

  • (A) Argument I is strong.
  • (B) Argument II is strong.
  • (C) Argument III is strong.
  • (D) None of the arguments are strong.

Answer Key:

A, B, C

Step-by-Step Solution & Explanation

Arguments I and II provide valid, critical environmental and operational justifications for adopting solar irrigation. Argument III raises a legitimate financial barrier regarding capital expenditure feasibility. All three are strong arguments.
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