General Intelligence · Statement and Inference

Directions: In the following question, a statement is given, followed by three possible inferences. Decide which of the inferences can logically be drawn from the given statement. Statement: The air quality index (AQI) in metropolitan cities is deteriorating every year, leading to severe health issues like asthma, heart disease, and reduced life expectancy. Despite government restrictions on vehicular emissions and construction activities, the problem persists. Citizens are also reluctant to change personal habits, such as overusing cars. Inference I: The government's current measures are insufficient to curb rising pollution, as the AQI continues to worsen annually. Inference II: Since AQI is deteriorating, it implies no improvement is possible even with stricter rules and public participation. Inference III: Citizens' reluctance to change personal habits is a major contributor to urban pollution and cannot be ignored.