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Critical thinking examines how conclusions follow from evidence, including claims, assumptions, arguments, inferences and relevant facts. Questions ask you to identify hidden assumptions, distinguish strong from weak evidence, assess cause and effect, recognise common reasoning errors, and decide which statement strengthens or weakens an argument.

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21. How many trees are in the orchard? Which of the statements below are needed to sufficiently answer this question? i. Ibrahim is a farmer and looks after half of the trees in the orchard. ii. 300 trees in the orchard are under Ibrahim's care.

  • A. i is enough
  • B. ii is enough
  • C. Both i and ii are needed
  • D. Neither i nor ii are sufficient

Explanation: Statement i gives a fraction with no quantity and statement ii gives a quantity with no fraction, so neither alone determines the total.

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Correct answer: Both i and ii are needed

22. The given histogram shows the distribution of heights for apricot trees in a yard.The total number of apricot trees in the yard is:

  • A. 10
  • B. 28
  • C. 30
  • D. 31

Explanation: The correct answer is 30. To find the total number of apricot trees, you need to add the heights (frequencies) of each bar shown in the…

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Correct answer: 30

23. The given table shows the blood types of 50 donors of a blood bank. The pie chart that CORRECTLY represents the information given in the table (as the number of degrees) is:

  • A. Option A
  • B. Option B
  • C. Option C
  • D. Option D

Explanation: Angle of sector for A=15/50×360°=108Angle of sector for B=10/50×360°=72°Angle of sector for AB=8/50×360°=57.6°Angle of sector for…

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Correct answer: Option A

24. For the following statement, select the option that best represents your opinion."I tend to worry about things."

  • A. Strongly Agree
  • B. Agree
  • C. Neutral
  • D. Disagree
  • E. Strongly Disagree

Explanation: There is no right or wrong answer to this question as it is meant to assess your individual personality trait.

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Correct answer: Strongly Agree

25. For the following statement, select the option that best represents your opinion."I often feel overwhelmed by my responsibilities."

  • A. Strongly Agree
  • B. Agree
  • C. Neutral
  • D. Disagree
  • E. Strongly Disagree

Explanation: There is no right or wrong answer to this question as it is meant to assess your individual personality trait.

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Correct answer: Strongly Agree

26. For the following statement, select the option that best represents your opinion."I am a highly motivated individual."

  • A. Strongly Agree
  • B. Agree
  • C. Neutral
  • D. Disagree
  • E. Strongly Disagree

Explanation: There is no right or wrong answer to this question as it is meant to assess your individual personality trait.

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Correct answer: Strongly Agree

27. For the following statement, select the option that best represents your opinion."I often find myself procrastinating."

  • A. Strongly Agree
  • B. Agree
  • C. Neutral
  • D. Disagree
  • E. Strongly Disagree

Explanation: There is no right or wrong answer to this question as it is meant to assess your individual personality trait.

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Correct answer: Strongly Agree

28. For the following statement, select the option that best represents your opinion."I like to keep things neat and organized."

  • A. Strongly Agree
  • B. Agree
  • C. Neutral
  • D. Disagree
  • E. Strongly Disagree

Explanation: There is no right or wrong answer to this question as it is meant to assess your individual personality trait.

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Correct answer: Strongly Agree

29. For the following statement, select the option that best represents your opinion."I have a positive outlook on life."

  • A. Strongly Agree
  • B. Agree
  • C. Neutral
  • D. Disagree
  • E. Strongly Disagree

Explanation: There is no right or wrong answer to this question as it is meant to assess your individual personality trait.

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Correct answer: Strongly Agree

30. For the following statement, select the option that best represents your opinion."I am comfortable expressing my feelings to others."

  • A. Strongly Agree
  • B. Agree
  • C. Neutral
  • D. Disagree
  • E. Strongly Disagree

Explanation: There is no right or wrong answer to this question as it is meant to assess your individual personality trait.

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Correct answer: Strongly Agree

31. For the following statement, select the option that best represents your opinion."I prefer routines to spontaneous activities."

  • A. Strongly Agree
  • B. Agree
  • C. Neutral
  • D. Disagree
  • E. Strongly Disagree

Explanation: There is no right or wrong answer to this question as it is meant to assess your individual personality trait.

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Correct answer: Strongly Agree

32. For the following statement, select the option that best represents your opinion."I believe in following my instincts."

  • A. Strongly Agree
  • B. Agree
  • C. Neutral
  • D. Disagree
  • E. Strongly Disagree

Explanation: There is no right or wrong answer to this question as it is meant to assess your individual personality trait.

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Correct answer: Strongly Agree

33. For the following statement, select the option that best represents your opinion."I tend to avoid conflicts."

  • A. Strongly Agree
  • B. Agree
  • C. Neutral
  • D. Disagree
  • E. Strongly Disagree

Explanation: There is no right or wrong answer to this question as it is meant to assess your individual personality trait.

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Correct answer: Strongly Agree

34. For the following statement, select the option that best represents your opinion."I take criticism personally."

  • A. Strongly Agree
  • B. Agree
  • C. Neutral
  • D. Disagree
  • E. Strongly Disagree

Explanation: There is no right or wrong answer to this question as it is meant to assess your individual personality trait.

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Correct answer: Strongly Agree

35. For the following statement, select the option that best represents your opinion."I prefer to be a follower rather than a leader."

  • A. Strongly Agree
  • B. Agree
  • C. Neutral
  • D. Disagree
  • E. Strongly Disagree

Explanation: There is no right or wrong answer to this question as it is meant to assess your individual personality trait.

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Correct answer: Strongly Agree

36. For the following statement, select the option that best represents your opinion."I enjoy intellectual discussions."

  • A. Strongly Agree
  • B. Agree
  • C. Neutral
  • D. Disagree
  • E. Strongly Disagree

Explanation: There is no right or wrong answer to this question as it is meant to assess your individual personality trait.

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Correct answer: Strongly Agree

37. For the following statement, select the option that best represents your opinion."Are you comfortable making decisions quickly?"

  • A. Yes
  • B. To some extent
  • C. Not particularly
  • D. No
  • E. Strongly Disagree

Explanation: There is no right or wrong answer to this question as it is meant to assess your individual personality trait.

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Correct answer: Yes

38. For the following statement, select the option that best represents your opinion."Are you often the life of the party?"

  • A. Yes
  • B. To some extent
  • C. Not particularly
  • D. No
  • E. Strongly Disagree

Explanation: There is no right or wrong answer to this question as it is meant to assess your individual personality trait.

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Correct answer: Yes

39. Fact 1: A boy has four cars.Fact 2: Two of the cars are red.Fact 3: He has one sports car. If the above three statements are facts then which of the following statement will also be a fact? I. The boy has a red sports car.II. He has 2 corollas.III. His favorite color is red.

  • A. Only statements I and II are correct
  • B. Only statement II is correct
  • C. Only statement III is correct
  • D. None of the statements is a fact

Explanation: There is not enough information to support any of the statements. The boy has a sports car but it is not known which of his vehicles is…

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Correct answer: None of the statements is a fact

40. Making Judgements:A book cannot exist without _.

  • A. Education
  • B. Pictures
  • C. Pages
  • D. Qualification

Explanation: A book can still exist if it doesn't have pictures, it can be a reading book without pictures, it might be a book to read for leisure and…

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Correct answer: Pages
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