Logical Reasoning - Matching Definitions

Logical Reasoning - Matching Definitions

Read each definition and all four choices carefully, and find the answer that provides the best example of the given definition. Answer each question solely on the basis of the definition given.

1. A Tiebreaker is an additional contest or period of play designed to establish a winner among tied contestants. Which situation below is the best example of a Tiebreaker?

A. At halftime, the score is tied at 28.

B. Mary and Megan have each scored three goals in the game.

C. The referee tosses a coin to decide which team will have possession of the ball first.

D. The Sharks and the Bears each finished with 14 points, and they are now battling it out in a five-minute overtime.

Answer: D. The Sharks and the Bears each finished with 14 points, and they are now battling it out in a five-minute overtime.

Explanation : 

This is the only choice that indicates that an additional period of play is taking place to determine the winner of a game that ended in a tie.

2. Erratic Behavior occurs when an individual acts in a manner that lacks consistency, regularity, and uniformity. Which situation below is the best example of Erratic Behavior?

A. Julia cannot contain her anger whenever the subject of local politics is discussed.

B. Martin has just been told that he is being laid off. Before leaving his supervisor′s office, he punches a hole in the door.

C. Rhonda has visited the dealership several times, but she still cannot decide which car to buy.

D. In the past month, Jeffrey, who has been a model employee for three years, has repeatedly called in sick, forgotten important meetings, and been verbally abusive to colleagues.

Answer: D. In the past month, Jeffrey, who has been a model employee for three years, has repeatedly called in sick, forgotten important meetings, and been verbally abusive to colleagues.

Explanation : 

Jeffrey′s recent behavior is clearly inconsistent and irregular.

3. Posthumous Publication occurs when a book is published after the author′s death. Which situation below is the best example of Posthumous Publication?

A. Richard′s illness took his life before he was able to enjoy the amazing early reviews of his novel.

B. Melissa′s publisher cancels her book contract after she fails to deliver the manuscript on time.

C. Clarence never thought he′d live to see the third book in his trilogy published.

D. Elizabeth is honored with a prestigious literary award for her writing career and her daughter accepts the award on behalf of her deceased mother.