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Logical Reasoning · Unit 5

Course of Action: MDCAT Notes and MCQs

A course of action is a practical step to solve, reduce or follow up a problem stated in a passage. Assume the statement is true.

A course of action follows if it is

  • Practical and feasible (can actually be done),
  • Directly related to the problem and likely to solve or reduce it,
  • Proportionate — not extreme or harsh (banning, abolishing, shutting down entire systems are usually wrong),
  • Consistent with established norms and the authority concerned.

Rejects

Actions that are vague, extreme, punish everyone for a few people's faults, merely shift the problem, or are outside the scope of the statement.

For natural disasters and emergencies, immediate relief + long-term preventive measures both usually follow.

PMDC learning outcomes for this unit
  • Course of action: 5.5.1 Develop skills to gather different parts of information.
  • Course of action: 5.5.2 Use information for making decisions.
  • Course of action: 5.5.3 Judge different courses by using arguments

Course of Action MCQs with answers

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Q1
Statement: Many students failed the exam because the paper was unusually difficult. Courses: I. Paper setters should be guided to set balanced papers. II. The exam system should be abolished.
AOnly I follows
BOnly II follows
CBoth follow
DNeither follows
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Answer: A (Only I follows). I is practical; abolishing exams (II) is extreme.
Q2
Statement: Cases of dengue are rising in the city. Courses: I. Municipal authorities should launch fumigation and remove stagnant water. II. All schools should be closed permanently.
AOnly I follows
BOnly II follows
CBoth follow
DNeither follows
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Answer: A (Only I follows). I directly tackles mosquito breeding; permanent closure is extreme.
Q3
Statement: A bridge on a busy highway has developed cracks. Courses: I. Traffic on the bridge should be restricted until repairs. II. Engineers should inspect and repair the bridge immediately.
AOnly I follows
BOnly II follows
CBoth follow
DNeither follows
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Answer: C (Both follow). Both ensure safety and solve the problem.
Q4
Statement: Some employees come late to the office. Courses: I. All employees' salaries should be cut. II. Attendance should be monitored and late-comers warned.
AOnly I follows
BOnly II follows
CBoth follow
DNeither follows
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Answer: B (Only II follows). Punishing everyone for a few is unfair; II is targeted and practical.
Q5
Statement: Heavy rain has flooded several villages. Courses: I. Relief camps, food and medicine should be provided to the affected people. II. Long-term flood protection measures should be planned.
AOnly I follows
BOnly II follows
CBoth follow
DNeither follows
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Answer: C (Both follow). Immediate relief and preventive planning both follow.
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