Question Bank • QB_GA_ADV_120 MSQ • 2 Marks

Section 8: General Aptitude

Quantitative Aptitude

Subtopic: Data Interpretation

Question Statement:

A question is followed by two statements. Determine the sufficiency of the data to answer the question: **Question**: What is the total storage capacity (in $\text{m}^3$) of a cylindrical grain silo? - **Statement I**: The curved surface area of the silo is $220\text{ m}^2$. - **Statement II**: The internal diameter of the base of the silo is $7\text{ m}$. Which of the following conclusions regarding data sufficiency is/are TRUE?

Options:

  • (A) Statement I alone is sufficient to answer the question.
  • (B) Statement II alone is sufficient to answer the question.
  • (C) Both Statement I and Statement II together are sufficient to answer the question.
  • (D) Neither statement alone is sufficient to answer the question.

Answer Key:

C, D

Step-by-Step Solution & Explanation

**Method 1: Algebraic Data Sufficiency Analysis** Cylinder volume $V = \pi r^2 h$. Curved surface area $\text{CSA} = 2\pi r h$. - From Statement I: $2\pi r h = 220\text{ m}^2$. Since $r$ and $h$ are not individually known, $V = (2\pi r h) \times \frac{r}{2}$ cannot be uniquely determined. Insufficient. - From Statement II: $2r = 7\text{ m} \implies r = 3.5\text{ m}$. Height $h$ remains completely unknown. Insufficient. - Combining both statements: $r = 3.5\text{ m}$, so $V = 220 \times \frac{3.5}{2} = 385\text{ m}^3$. Fully determined. Therefore, both statements together are sufficient (C), and neither alone is sufficient (D).
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