CSATLogical ReasoningScenario Based Reasoning2025

A question is given followed by two Statements I and II. Consider the Question and the Statements and mark the correct option. Question: In a football match, team P playing against Q was behind by 3 goals with 10 minutes remaining. Does team P win the match ? 1. Team P scored 4 goals in the last 10 minutes. 2. Team Q scored a total of 4 goals in the match. Which one of the following is correct in respect of the above Question and the Statements?

A

The Question can be answered by using one of the Statements alone, but cannot be answered using the other statement alone.

B

The Question can be answered by using either Statement alone.

C

The Question can be answered by using both the Statements together, but cannot be answered using either Statement alone.

D

The Question cannot be answered even using any of the Statements.

Correct Answer: Option D

Explanation

Let's solve this using the **Counter-Example Method** [71], checking if we can find two different outcomes. **The Setup:** - At 10 mins remaining: Team P is behind by 3. So, Score is P vs (P+3). - **Constraint:** Goals must be i

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