Question

Directions: In the question below is given a statement followed by two courses of action numbered I and II. You have to assume everything in the statement to be true and on the basis of the information given in the statement, decide which of the suggested course of action logically follow(s) for pursuing.

Statement:

Students at times are not able to pass home exams marginally.

Course of action:

I. Borderline cases should be allowed to take a re-test.

II. Minimum Passing marks for home exams should be revised and brought down to a lower level. 

1. Only I follows.
2. Only II follows.
3. Either I or II follows.
4. Neither I nor II follows.
5. Both I and II follow.

Answer 1

Correct Answer - Option 1 : Only I follows.

The statement mentions that students during the home exams at times are not able to manage passing marks. The course of action I suggests such cases should be identified and retests should be conducted for them. Exams are not punishment, neither do they evaluate the worth of a student they just assess progress. So if a student lags behind marginally he may be given another chance.

Therefore, the course of action I follow. The course of action II suggests that minimum passing marks should be brought down after revision so that each student manages to pass comfortably. This devalues the process and defeats the purpose of conducting the examination.

Therefore, the course of action II does not follow.

Hence, Only I follows.