Question - Statements

Reasoning - Question - Statements

What is Question - Statements?

These questions require matching a given question to one or more statements that explain the reason or context for it.

Format of the Question

You are given a 'Why', 'What', or 'How' question followed by several statements. Your task is to identify the correct justification(s).

Example Questions

• Question: Why did the government raise fuel prices?
  Statements:
  I. Because global oil prices rose.
  II. Because fuel consumption increased.
  Answer: Answer: Only I explains the cause.
• Question: Why are flights delayed during monsoon?
  Statements:
  I. Due to poor visibility.
  II. Because airports are closed for maintenance.
  Answer: Answer: Both may be valid depending on context.

Exam Tips

• Ask: Does this statement directly answer or justify the question?
• Eliminate indirect or unrelated causes.
• Look for causal connection.

Common Mistakes

• Choosing a statement that’s merely related but doesn’t answer the ‘why’.
• Accepting general facts as explanations.
• Overlooking the context of the question.

Quick Revision Checklist

• Practice 'why' and 'what' based formats.
• Look for time, reason, cause-effect clues.
• Use elimination method.

Summary: This question type strengthens cause-effect reasoning. The best statement explains the question clearly, logically, and directly.