Logical Reasoning (Critical Reasoning + Analytical Reasoning) for CLAT UG [Part 19]

Adtiya Aryan

4 May 20262 min read

1. Which of the following options supports the claim that regular exercise improves physical health?
a. Many doctors recommend daily exercise.
b. Exercise requires time and effort.
c. Gyms charge high fees.
d. Some people dislike exercise.

2. Find the next number: 2, 6, 12, 20, ?
a. 28
b. 30
c. 32
d. 34

3. All birds can fly. A sparrow is a bird. What follows logically?
a. Sparrows can fly.
b. All flying animals are birds.
c. Sparrow is not a bird.
d. Birds cannot fly.

4. Book : Reading :: Knife : ?
a. Cooking
b. Cutting
c. Steel
d. Kitchen

5. If APPLE is coded as BQQMF, how is MANGO coded?
a. NBOHP
b. NCPHP
c. NBOIQ
d. OCPHP

6. Which option weakens the claim that online learning improves student performance?
a. Online classes allow flexible schedules.
b. Some students face internet connectivity issues.
c. Online classes save travel time.
d. Online learning is convenient.

7. 6, 13, 22, 33, ?
a. 44
b. 45
c. 46
d. 48

8. Five people stand in a line: A, B, C, D, E
A stands to the left of B
C stands to the right of B
D stands at the extreme left

Who stands second from the left?
a. D
b. A
c. B
d. C

9. All laptops are electronic devices. Some electronic devices are expensive. What conclusion is correct?
a. All laptops are expensive.
b. Some laptops are expensive.
c. Laptops are electronic devices.
d. No laptops are expensive.

10. Car : Fuel :: Human : ?
a. Water
b. Food
c. Sleep
d. Oxygen

11. Which option strengthens the argument that public libraries are important?
a. Libraries store books and knowledge resources.
b. Libraries require funding.
c. Some people prefer buying books.
d. Libraries close at night.

12. A person walks 10 km south, then 10 km north, then 5 km east. How far from the starting point?
a. 5 km
b. 10 km
c. 15 km
d. 20 km

13. “Students who sleep well perform better in exams”. Which option supports this?
a. Sleep improves memory and concentration.
b. Students study late at night.
c. Exams are stressful.
d. Schools give homework.

14. Find the odd word.
a. Lion
b. Tiger
c. Leopard
d. Elephant

15. 3, 8, 15, 24, ?
a. 33
b. 35
c. 37
d. 39

Answers

Correct Answer: A – Doctors recommending exercise supports the idea that exercise improves health. The other options only mention difficulties or opinions and do not strengthen the claim.
Correct Answer: B – The pattern increases by +4, +6, +8. The next increase should be +10. Therefore 20 + 10 = 30.
Correct Answer: A – A sparrow is a bird, and the premise dictates that all birds are capable of flight; therefore, it can be concluded that a sparrow can fly.
Correct Answer: B – A book is used for reading. Similarly, a knife is used for cutting.
Correct Answer: A – Each letter is shifted one step forward in the alphabet. For example A→B and P→Q. Applying the same pattern to MANGO gives NBOHP.

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Answers

Correct Answer: A – Doctors recommending exercise supports the idea that exercise improves health. The other options only mention difficulties or opinions and do not strengthen the claim.

Correct Answer: B – The pattern increases by +4, +6, +8. The next increase should be +10. Therefore 20 + 10 = 30.

Correct Answer: A – A sparrow is a bird, and the premise dictates that all birds are capable of flight; therefore, it can be concluded that a sparrow can fly.

Correct Answer: B – A book is used for reading. Similarly, a knife is used for cutting.

Correct Answer: A – Each letter is shifted one step forward in the alphabet. For example A→B and P→Q. Applying the same pattern to MANGO gives NBOHP.