Abductive Reasoning Questions
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1.
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
2.
A student falls asleep in class and is woken up by the bell. What is the most likely explanation for the student's sleep?
The student is bored
The student didn’t sleep well the night before
The class is too quiet
The student is ill
3.
A man is seen carrying a briefcase into a restaurant. What is the most plausible explanation?
He is a businessperson going to a meeting
He is delivering something
He is on his way to work
He doesn’t want to leave his briefcase in the car
4.
What does a flow meter measure?
Pressure
Temperature
Volume flow rate
Density
5.
A country's agricultural productivity has increased significantly. What is the most likely cause?
The country experienced favorable weather conditions
The country adopted genetically modified crops
The country implemented new farming technologies
The country increased subsidies to farmers
6.
A restaurant chain's profits have increased despite no change in menu prices. What is the most likely cause?
They've reduced portion sizes
They've negotiated better deals with suppliers
They've improved operational efficiency
They've cut staff wages
7.
What is the function of a rectifier in an electrical circuit?
Amplify voltage
Convert AC to DC
Measure current
Store energy
8.
A city's crime rate has dropped significantly over the past year. What is the most reasonable explanation?
The police force was expanded
Stricter laws were implemented
Community outreach programs were initiated
The economy improved, reducing poverty
9.
A company's productivity has increased after implementing a four-day work week. What is the most likely explanation?
Employees are working longer hours
The company hired more staff
Employees are more focused and less stressed
The company invested in new technology
10.
What does a dynamometer measure?
Speed
Power
Pressure
Temperature
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