A poll of students appearing for masters in engineering indicated that 60 % of…

GATE · 2016 · AE · General Aptitude

A poll of students appearing for masters in engineering indicated that 60 % of the students believed

that mechanical engineering is a profession unsuitable for women. A research study on women with

masters or higher degrees in mechanical engineering found that 99 % of such women were

successful in their professions.

Which of the following can be logically inferred from the above paragraph?

A.
Many students have misconceptions regarding various engineering disciplines.
B.
Men with advanced degrees in mechanical engineering believe women are well suited to be
mechanical engineers.
C.
Mechanical engineering is a profession well suited for women with masters or higher degrees
in mechanical engineering.
D.
The number of women pursuing higher degrees in mechanical engineering is small.