Assumptions 1

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Instructions
This critical thinking test will assess your ability to make logically justified assumptions based
upon the statements provided.
Read the instructions preceding each section and answer the questions. There are a total of
12 questions in this test and you should aim to correctly answer as many questions as you can
within 30 minutes.
Try to find a time and place where you will not be interrupted during the test. The test will
begin on the next page.

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Assumptions
Instructions:
An assumption is something which is presumed or taken for granted. When a person says I will see
you tomorrow, it is taken for granted that they will be around tomorrow, and that they will not
have last-minute plans which prevent them from seeing you tomorrow.
In this section you will be provided with a number of statements. Each statement will be followed by
a series of proposed assumptions. You must decide which assumptions are logically justified based
on the evidence in the statement. If you think that the assumption is taken for granted in the
statement, and is therefore logically justified, select Assumption Made. If you think that the
assumption is not taken for granted in the statement, and is not therefore logically justified, select
Assumption Not Made. Remember to judge each question individually and base your responses
on the statements provided.

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Statement One:
In order to gain a competitive advantage over our competitors, the companys
marketing budget must be increased.

Q1
Assumption 1: The companys marketing budget is failing the company.
Assumption Made
Assumption Not Made

Q2
Assumption 2: The current marketing budget does not provide a competitive advantage.
Assumption Made
Assumption Not Made

Q3
Assumption 3: The companys competitors currently have a competitive advantage over the
company.
Assumption Made
Assumption Not Made

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Statement Two:
As the standard of living continues to improve in China, Chinese companies will
eventually lose business to countries which pay their workers lower wages and can
therefore offer lower production costs.

Q4
Assumption 1: Chinese companies are paying higher wages than competitor countries.
Assumption Made
Assumption Not Made

Q5
Assumption 2: Low production costs will help to attract business.
Assumption Made
Assumption Not Made

Q6
Assumption 3: Production costs in China depend on the national standard of living.
Assumption Made
Assumption Not Made

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Statement Three:
Individuals of all ages need to ensure they engage in at least 30 minutes of exercise
per day, at least 5 days per week.

Q7
Assumption 1: 20 minutes of exercise per day is insufficient.
Assumption Made
Assumption Not Made

Q8
Assumption 2: Exercise is essential for maintaining good health at all ages.
Assumption Made
Assumption Not Made

Q9
Assumption 3: Individuals are responsible for the amount of exercise they undertake.
Assumption Made
Assumption Not Made

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Statement Four:
When making job applications, it is essential that application forms are completed
clearly, honestly and comprehensively in order to maximise your chances of getting
hired.

Q10
Assumption 1: Honesty is an important part of a successful job application.
Assumption Made
Assumption Not Made

Q11
Assumption 2: A well written application form guarantees a successful job application.
Assumption Made
Assumption Not Made

Q12
Assumption 3: Applicants with unclear application forms will not get hired.
Assumption Made
Assumption Not Made

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