Question: Statement: Shiva told the broker that he wanted a two-sharing flat…
2025
Question:
Statement: Shiva told the broker that he wanted a two-sharing flat in Bellyband area for immediate possession.
Which of the assumptions is implicit in the statement?
I. Flats are available in the Bellyband area.
II. Shiva will live there at least for a year.
III. The broker will sell as per Shiva’s requirement.
- A.
Only III
- B.
II and III both
- C.
All I, II and III
- D.
Only I
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Correct answer: A
Answer: Only assumption III is implicit.
Explanation:
Assumption I (Flats are available in the Bellyband area): Not implicit — Expressing a desire for immediate possession does not require that the speaker already knows flats are available; he may be asking the broker to find one.
Assumption II (Shiva will live there at least for a year): Not implicit — The statement mentions immediate possession only and gives no information about intended duration of stay.
Assumption III (The broker will sell or arrange as per Shiva’s requirement): Implicit — By telling the broker his requirement, Shiva reasonably expects the broker to try to find or arrange a flat that meets his request.