Abductive Reasoning Questions

Abductive Reasoning Questions

Abductive Reasoning Questions

1. A woman is seen watering her plants during a rainstorm. What is the most plausible explanation?
She forgot it was raining
The rain isn't reaching the plants effectively
She wants to use up the water in her can
She enjoys being outside during the rain
2. A man is seen exiting a building with an umbrella, but it’s not raining. What could be the reason?
It rained earlier
He thought it would rain
He is using it as a sunshade
He forgot to leave the umbrella
3. A man’s watch stops working while he is walking in a forest. What is the most plausible reason?
The watch’s battery has run out
The watch is affected by the forest's environment
The man damaged the watch accidentally
The watch is an old model
4. A city's air quality has improved significantly. What is the most probable reason?
Many factories have closed
The city implemented stricter emission controls
More people are using bicycles
There has been more rain lately
5. Which of the following is an example of an inclined plane?
Lever
Pulley
Ramp
Gear
6. A town's recycling rate has increased by 40% this year. What is the most likely cause?
A new recycling education program was implemented
Fines for not recycling were introduced
The town provided free recycling bins
Landfill fees were increased
7. What does a barometer measure?
Humidity
Temperature
Wind speed
Atmospheric pressure
8. A company's innovation rate has increased significantly. What is the most plausible explanation?
The company hired more R&D staff
The company increased its R&D budget
The company implemented a new innovation management system
The company's competitors have become less innovative
9. Which of the following is an example of a wedge?
Screwdriver
Hammer
Knife
Wrench
10. A restaurant chain's profits have increased despite no change in menu prices. What is the most probable cause?
They've reduced portion sizes
They've negotiated better deals with suppliers
They've improved operational efficiency
They've cut staff wages
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