Reasoning : Logical Reasoning & Analytical Ability

Q 282 / 325

UPSC CSE Prelims 2013

Geeta is older than her cousin Meena. Meena’s brother Bipin is older than Geeta. When Meena and Bipin visit Geeta they want to play chess. Meena wins the game more than Geeta. Based on the above information, four conclusions as given below, have been made. Which one of these logically follows from the information given above?

EXPLANATION

Correct Option

The provided information establishes the following age relationships:

  • Geeta is older than Meena (Geeta > Meena).
  • Bipin is older than Geeta (Bipin > Geeta).

Combining these two statements, the logical age hierarchy is Bipin > Geeta > Meena. This sequence clearly indicates that Meena is the youngest among the three individuals.

Incorrect Options

  • Option 1: While playing chess with Geeta and Meena, Bipin often loses. The information states that "Meena wins the game more than Geeta." It provides no data regarding Bipin's chess playing ability or his win/loss record against Geeta or Meena. Therefore, this conclusion cannot be logically derived from the given premises.

  • Option 2: Geeta is the oldest among the three. As established from the age relationships (Bipin > Geeta > Meena), Bipin is the oldest, not Geeta. Thus, this statement contradicts the derived age hierarchy.

  • Option 3: Geeta hates to lose the game. The statement "Meena wins the game more than Geeta" indicates a performance outcome in chess. However, it offers no insight into Geeta's emotional state, preferences, or attitude towards losing. This conclusion is an assumption about Geeta's feelings, not a logical deduction from the factual information provided.