20+ Questions of Making Judgements | Logical Reasoning 

Most competitive exams have making judgement questions in the Logical Reasoning section. Common sense and the information provided in the question are combined to solve judgement problems. Because judgement questions are scored in the reasoning part, they must be thoroughly prepared. Investing time in judgement questions is highly recommended because judgement questions are among the most frequently asked in competitive exams such as the RRB NTPC, SSC CGL exam, etc.

A hypothetical situation is given in the Judgements section, and the goal is to make decisions that make sense given the circumstances. Read this blog to familiarise yourself with the questions of Judgements.

What is Judgement? What are the Types of Judgements in Reasoning 

The analysis that results from reading the statement and using common sense is called judgment. The provided statement is made up of several well-chosen sentences. You simply need to apply this body of information to the question you are addressing. Below we have mentioned the two main types of judgements in reasoning : 

1) Situational Judgements Based on Passages:

Situation given: Raj is organizing a movie night for his friends this weekend. He knows that his friend Aisha has a hobby of watching the latest movies, especially science fiction, while his friend Arjun prefers romantic comedies. The local cinema is showing four movies. Which movie should Raj choose?

Options Available :

1. A thrilling science fiction movie with a lot of twists.
2. A romantic comedy that guarantees laughter and warmth.
3. A movie full of fighting scenes for action enthusiasts.
4. A movie full of different scenes, offering something for everyone.

Decision: Raj should choose the fourth movie, “Mixed Bag,” as it caters to both Aisha’s love for sci-fi and Arjun’s preference for romantic comedies.

2) Eligibility-Based Judgements:

Scenario given: The XYZ Corporation is hiring new employees for its IT department. Candidates must meet certain eligibility criteria to be considered for the job. The criteria include having a bachelor’s degree in computer science and a minimum of two years of relevant work experience.

Statement Interpretation: Only candidates who fulfill both the educational requirement and the work experience criteria will be shortlisted for the interview.

Decision: Amit holds a bachelor’s degree in computer science but has only one year of work experience. He will not be shortlisted for the interview because he does not meet the required two years of work experience.

In both cases, the Judgements are based on the information provided in the passages or statements, since it requires logical reasoning to arrive at the correct decisions.

Tips to Solve Judgement based  Questions 

The most effective approach to deal with judgment-based questions in logical reasoning questions is twofold: read up about them and practice them. Below we have mentioned some additional tips that can help in solving judgement-based questions:

• To ensure that there is no error in the answers to the judgment-based questions, a thorough interpretation of the statements must be done.
• To determine if a decision is right, an analysis of the statements must be done and taken into account. Also, option elimination should be used to arrive at the right option.
• The instructions must be followed to complete the actions. It is necessary to comprehend the statement’s theme and to picture each option after imagining the whole scenario in mind.

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Let’s Practice Judgement Reasoning Questions

Q1. Lisa is planning a baby shower for her friend. Which theme should she choose? 

1. Safari – with animal decorations, jungle-themed food, and games.
2. Princess – with tiaras, pink decorations, and fairy tale-themed games. 
3. Beach – with sand, sea shells, and ocean-themed food and drinks.
4. Sports – with decorations and games related to the favorite sport of the parents-to-be.

Answer: A suitable theme for a baby shower would be D) Sports, with decorations and games related to the favorite sport of the parents-to-be.

Q2.Mrs. Carson took a taxi to meet her three friends for lunch. They were waiting for her outside the restaurant when she pulled up in the car. She was so excited to see her friends that she left her tote bag in the taxi. As the taxi pulled away, she and her friends took notice of the license plate number so they would be able to identify the car when they called the taxi company.

1. The four women seem to agree that the plate starts with the letter J.
2. Three of them agree that the plate ends with 12L.
3. Three of them think that the second letter is X, and a different three think that the third letter is K.

The four license plate numbers below represent what each of the four women thinks she saw. Which one is most likely the license plate number of the taxi?

1. JXK 12L
2. JYK 12L
3. JXK 12l
4. JXX 12L

Answer: JXK 12L

Q3. Emma is planning a road trip across the United States. Which route should she take? 

1. The Pacific Coast Highway – a scenic drive along the California coastline with stunning views of the ocean and mountains. 
2. Route 66 – a historic highway that spans from Chicago to Santa Monica, passing through small towns and famous landmarks. 
3. The Great River Road – follows the Mississippi River from Minnesota to Louisiana, passing through historic sites and beautiful scenery. 
4. The Blue Ridge Parkway – a scenic drive through the Appalachian Mountains, with beautiful views of forests, waterfalls, and wildlife.

Answer: The most suitable route for a road trip would be B) Route 66, a historic highway that spans from Chicago to Santa Monica, passing through small towns and famous landmarks.

Q4. The neighborhood block association has received many complaints about people knocking on doors and soliciting money for an unknown charity organization even though door-to-door solicitation is prohibited by local laws. Three residents have provided descriptions of individuals who have come to their door asking for money.

1. Solicitor #1 is a white male, 20-25 years old, 5’9″, 145 pounds, with very short brown hair. He was wearing a dark blue suit and carrying a brown leather briefcase.
2. Solicitor #2 is a white male, 25-30 years old, 6’2″, 200 pounds, with a shaved head. He was wearing a red T-shirt and jeans.
3. Solicitor #3 is a white male, approximately 23 years old, 5’10”, slight build, with short brown hair. He was wearing a blue suit. Three days after the block association meet- ing, a resident noticed a man knocking on doors in the neighborhood and phoned the police to report the illegal activity. This solicitor was described as follows:
4. Solicitor #4 is a white male, 22 years old, 140 pounds, about 5’10”, with short brown hair. He was carrying a briefcase and wearing a dark suit.

Based on this description, which of the three solicitations was also likely carried out by Solicitor #4?

1. #1, #2, and #3
2. B#1, but not #2 and #3
3. #1 and #3, but not #2
4. #1 and #2, but not #3

Answer: C ) #1 and #3, but not #2

Q5. Mark is planning a team-building activity for his company. Which activity should he choose? 

1. Paintball – a competitive game where players eliminate opponents by hitting them with pellets of paint.
2. Escape Room – a game where players solve puzzles and riddles to escape a locked room before time runs out. 
3. Scavenger Hunt – a game where players follow clues to find hidden items or locations.
4. Laser Tag – a game where players shoot each other with laser guns to score points.

Answer: A suitable team-building activity would be C) Scavenger Hunt, a game where players follow clues to find hidden items or locations.

Q6. Dr. Miller has a busy pediatric dentistry practice and she needs a skilled, reliable hygienist to keep things running smoothly. The last two people she hired were recommended by top dentists in the area, but they each lasted less than one month. She is now in desperate need of a hygienist who can competently handle the specific challenges of her practice.

Which one of the following candidates should Dr. Miller consider most seriously?

1. Marilyn has been a hygienist for fifteen years, and her current employer, who is about to retire, says she is the best in the business The clientele she has worked with consists of some of the wealthiest and most powerful citizens in the county
2. Lindy recently graduated at the top of her class from one of the best dental hygiene programs in the state Before becoming a dental hygienist, Lindy spent two years working in a daycare center
3. James has worked as a dental hygienist for three years in a public health clinic He is very interested in securing a position in a private dental office
4. Kathy is an experienced and highly recommended dental hygienist who is also finishing up a degree in early childhood education, which she hopes will get her a job as a preschool teacher She is eager to find a job in a pediatric practice since she has always wanted to work with children

Answer: Lindy recently graduated at the top of her class from one of the best dental hygiene programs in the state Before becoming a dental hygienist, Lindy spent two years working in a daycare center

Q7. The school has organized a field trip to the nearby forest, and the students will be spending the day learning about the local flora and fauna. Which of the following should the students bring with them?

1. A packed lunch and a refillable water bottle. 
2. A heavy coat and gloves for warmth. 
3. A swimsuit and a towel for a swim in the lake. 
4. A handheld video game to pass the time.

Answer: A) A packed lunch and a refillable water bottle.

Q8. Mrs.. Jansen recently moved to Arizona. She wants to fill her new backyard with flowering plants. Although she is an experienced gardener, she isn’t very well versed in what plants will do well in the Arizona climate. Also, there is a big tree in her backyard making for shady conditions and she isn’t sure what plants will thrive without much direct sunlight. Her favorite gardening catalog offers several backyard seed packages. Which one should Mrs. Jansen choose?

1. The Rainbow Collection is ideal for North-east gardens It includes a variety of colorful perennials that thrive in cool, moist conditions
2. The Greenhouse Collection will blossom year after year if planted in brightly lit locations and watered regularly
3. The Treehouse Collection will provide lush green plants with delicate colorful flowers that thrive in shady and partially shady locations
4. The Oasis Collection includes a variety of perennials that thrive in dry climates and bright sunlight

Answer: The Treehouse Collection will provide lush green plants with delicate colorful flowers that thrive in shady and partially shady locations

Q9. The school’s football team is facing off against the rival team in the championship game. The coach wants to motivate the players and has promised to take them to a celebratory dinner at a local restaurant. Which restaurant should the coach choose?

1.  A fancy French restaurant with a dress code and a wine list. 
2. A burger joint with an all-you-can-eat buffet and a milkshake bar. 
3. An Italian pizzeria with a casual atmosphere and a wood-fired oven. 
4. A seafood restaurant with a sushi bar and a lobster tank.

Answer: C) An Italian pizzeria with a casual atmosphere and a wood-fired oven.

Q10. Mark is working with a realtor to find a location for the toy store he plans to open in his town. He is looking for a place that is either in, or not too far from, the center of town and one that would attract the right kind of foot traffic.

Which of the following locations should Mark’s realtor call to his attention?

1. a storefront in a new high-rise building near the train station in the center of town whose occupants are mainly young, childless professionals who use the train to commute to their offices each day
2. a little shop three blocks away from the town’s main street, located across the street from an elementary school and next door to an ice cream store
3. a stand-alone storefront on a quiet residential street ten blocks away from the town’s center
4. a storefront in a small strip mall located on the outskirts of town that is also occupied by a pharmacy and a dry cleaner

Answer: a little shop three blocks away from the town’s main street, located across the street from an elementary school and next door to an ice cream store

Q11. The school’s drama club is putting on a production of Romeo and Juliet, and the director needs to cast the lead roles. Which students would be best suited for the parts of Romeo and Juliet?

1. The football team’s quarterback and the cheerleading captain. 
2. The school’s valedictorian and the student council president. 
3. The drama club president and the choir club president. 
4. The school’s mathlete and the debate team captain.

Answer: C) The drama club president and the choir club president.

Q12. The school is hosting a charity fundraiser for a local animal shelter, and the students are encouraged to bring in donations. What kind of donations would be most useful to the shelter?

A) Money and gift cards to local pet stores.
B) Cans of food and bags of treats for dogs and cats.
C) Blankets and towels for the animals to sleep on.
D) Toys and balls for the animals to play with.

Answer: B) Cans of food and bags of treats for dogs and cats.

Q13. The school is organizing a talent show, and the students are encouraged to showcase their talents. Which of the following would be appropriate for the talent show?

1.  A student playing a musical instrument. 
2. A student performing a stand-up comedy routine. 
3. A student demonstrating a magic trick. 
4. A student giving a speech on a political topic.

Answer: A) A student playing a musical instrument.

Q14. Decisions about handcuffing or restraining inmates are often up to the corrections officers involved. An officer is legally responsible for exercising good judgment and for taking necessary precautions to prevent harm both to the inmate involved and to others. In which one of the following situations is handcuffing or other physical restraint most likely to be needed?

1. An inmate seems to have lost control of his senses and is banging his fists repeatedly against the bars of his cell.
2. During the past two weeks, an inmate has deliberately tried to start three fights with other inmates.
3. An inmate claims to be sick and refuses to leave his cell for a scheduled meal.
4. During the night, an inmate begins to shout and sing, disturbing the sleep of other inmates.

Answer: A) An inmate seems to have lost control of his senses and is banging his fists repeatedly against the bars of his cell.

Q15. An office worker frequently complains to the building custodian that her office is poorly lighted. The best action for the building custodian to follow is to

1. Ignore the complaints because they come from a habitual crank.
2. Inform the worker that illumination is a fixed item built into the building originally and is the result of faulty planning by the architect.
3. Request a licensed electrician to install additional ceiling lights.
4. Investigate for faulty illumination features in the room, such as dirty lamp globes and incorrect lamp wattage.

Answer: D) Investigate faulty illumination features in the room, such as dirty lamp globes and incorrect lamp wattage.

Q16. While you are working on a routine assignment, a coworker asks you to help her for a few minutes so that she can complete an assignment that has top priority and must be completed immediately. Of the following, the best action for you to take should be to

1. Tell her to find somebody else who does not look busy and ask that person for help.
2. Tell her you will help her as soon as you complete your work.
3. Help her to complete her assignment and then go back to your work.
4. Tell her that your work is as important to you as her work is to her, and continue to work on your assignment.

Answer: C ) Help her to complete her assignment and then go back to your work.

Q17. Suppose that one of your neighbors walks into the police precinct where you are an administrative aide and asks you to make 100 photocopies of a flyer he intends to distribute in the neighborhood. Of the following, what action should you take in this situation?

1. Pretend that you do not know the person and order him to leave the building.
2. Call a police officer and report the person for attempting to make illegal use of police equipment.
3. Tell the person that you will make the copies when you are off duty.
4. Explain that you cannot use police equipment for non-police work.

Answer : D) Explain that you cannot use police equipment for non-police work.

Q18. Each question presents a situation and asks you to make a judgment regarding that particular circumstance. Answer each one solely based on the information given.

Mark is working with a Realtor to find a location for the toy store he plans to open in his town. He is looking for a place that is either in, or not too far from, the center of town and one that would attract the right kind of foot traffic. Which of the following locations should Mark’s Realtor call to his attention?

1. a little shop three blocks away from the town’s main street, located across the street from an elementary school and next door to an ice cream store
2. a stand-alone storefront on a quiet residential street ten blocks away from the town’s center
3. a storefront in a new high-rise building near the train station in the center of town whose occupants are mainly young, childless professionals who use the train to commute to their offices each day.
4. a storefront in a small strip mall located on the outskirts of town that is also occupied by a pharmacy and a dry cleaner

Answer: A) a little shop three blocks away from the town’s main street, located across the street from an elementary school and next door to an ice cream store

Q19. The teachers of a school want to hold an essay competition. The topic of the essay has to be such that it resonates with the current affairs going around in the country. At the same time, they want to highlight the issues facing the environment. Which of the following topics is suitable for the test?

1. New Forest Policy Act
2. Upcoming Elections and Their Expected Results
3. Drought And Its Prevention
4. Panchayat Elections And Farmer Issues

Answer: A) New Forest Policy Act

Q20. Alladin is planning a surprise birthday party for his friend’s 25th birthday. He wants to celebrate a memorable evening with his friend, but his friend is a very shy man who would rather spend the evening at home playing video games than go to a fancy restaurant for dinner. Which restaurant should Alladin choose, if any?

1. Ahmad Bhai’s Bry and Dry – fine South Indian cuisine and elegant Malayali decor. Customers will feel as though they’ve spent the evening in a luxurious South Indian villa.
2. Mainland China’s Buffet is an all-you-can-eat family-style sandwich with the best-fried rice and rolls in town.
3. The Persian Heaven – a famous Parsi restaurant where customers are treated like Sultans. Chef Rustumjee is famous for his mutton biryani.
4. Bhau’s Vada Paw serves delicious, hearty meals in a wonderful environment that reminds people of a homely leisure-filled evening.

Answer: D) Bhau’s Vada Paw serves delicious, hearty meals in a wonderful environment that reminds people of a homely leisure-filled evening.

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