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Free Watson-Glaser Critical Thinking Practice Test

This free Watson-Glaser Critical Thinking practice test is designed to mimic the format and content of the actual test. This practice test features all the sections of the Watson-Glaser Critical Thinking Appraisal: InferenceRecognition of Assumptions, Deduction, Interpretation, and Evaluation of Arguments.

 

NOTE: Once you answer a question, go to the next question. You cannot go back to change your answer after answering a question. Best of luck! 

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Inference 

This section presents you with a statement followed by a series of inferences. You’re to determine how true or false each inference is.

Question 2 of 15

Statement

Several large cities have experienced a rise in respiratory illnesses over the past five years. Health officials believe this may be linked to the increasing number of diesel vehicles on the road. A recent study showed that diesel emissions contain fine particles that can penetrate deep into the lungs, aggravating asthma and other respiratory issues. In response, City A introduced new regulations restricting diesel vehicles in high-traffic areas. After one year, City A reported a 12% drop in hospital admissions for respiratory problems.

Inference:
The new regulations in City A have completely eliminated the negative health effects of diesel emissions.

A

True

B

Probably true

C

More information required

D

Probably false

E

False

Question 3 of 15

Statement

Several large cities have experienced a rise in respiratory illnesses over the past five years. Health officials believe this may be linked to the increasing number of diesel vehicles on the road. A recent study showed that diesel emissions contain fine particles that can penetrate deep into the lungs, aggravating asthma and other respiratory issues. In response, City A introduced new regulations restricting diesel vehicles in high-traffic areas. After one year, City A reported a 12% drop in hospital admissions for respiratory problems.

Inference:
The diesel vehicle restrictions in City A may have contributed to improved air quality in high-traffic areas.

A

True

B

Probably true

C

More information required

D

Probably false

E

False

Recognition of Assumptions 

This section presents you with a statement followed by a proposed assumption. You’re to determine whether the given statement is the proposed assumption.

Question 5 of 15

Statement

Many companies are now offering remote work options to employees, believing that flexible working hours increase productivity and job satisfaction. Surveys from several organizations show that employees working from home report feeling less stressed and more focused. In addition, businesses save money on office space and utilities by allowing staff to work remotely.

Assumption:
Employees are more productive when they are not working in a traditional office environment.

A

Assumption Made

B

Assumption Not Made

Question 6 of 15

Statement

Many companies are now offering remote work options to employees, believing that flexible working hours increase productivity and job satisfaction. Surveys from several organizations show that employees working from home report feeling less stressed and more focused. In addition, businesses save money on office space and utilities by allowing staff to work remotely.

Assumption:
Every employee prefers working from home rather than working in the office.

A

Assumption Made

B

Assumption Not Made

Deduction 

This section presents you with a premise followed by a proposed conclusion. You’re to determine whether the conclusion follows the premise. 

Question 8 of 15

Statement

During the past academic year, 70% of students at Northside University participated in at least one extracurricular activity. The university requires all scholarship recipients to join at least one club or organization. Of all the students involved in extracurriculars, 40% were on a scholarship. A separate report showed that students involved in extracurriculars had a slightly higher GPA on average than those who did not participate.

Conclusion:
Some students at Northside University who participated in extracurricular activities were not scholarship recipients.

A

Conclusion Follows

B

Conclusion Does Not Follow

Question 9 of 15

Statement

During the past academic year, 70% of students at Northside University participated in at least one extracurricular activity. The university requires all scholarship recipients to join at least one club or organization. Of all the students involved in extracurriculars, 40% were on a scholarship. A separate report showed that students involved in extracurriculars had a slightly higher GPA on average than those who did not participate.

Conclusion:
All scholarship students at Northside University had a higher GPA than students who did not participate in extracurricular activities.

A

Conclusion follows

B

Conclusion does not follow

Evaluation of Arguments 

This section presents you with a question followed by an argument. You’re to determine whether the argument is strong or weak.

Question 11 of 15

Should schools make physical education a mandatory subject for all students?


Argument:
Yes, because playing sports helps students become famous athletes.

A

Strong argument

B

Weak argument

Question 12 of 15

Should governments invest more money in public transportation systems?

 

Argument:
Yes, because better public transportation can reduce traffic congestion and air pollution.

A

Strong argument

B

Weak argument

Interpretation

This section presents you with a premise followed by a proposed conclusion. You’re to determine whether the conclusion follows the premise or not.

Question 14 of 15

Statement:
Recent studies show that individuals who sleep fewer than six hours a night have a higher risk of developing heart disease compared to those who sleep between seven and eight hours. Researchers suggest that lack of sleep may lead to increased blood pressure and inflammation, both of which are risk factors for cardiovascular conditions.

Conclusion:
Getting less than six hours of sleep directly causes heart disease.

A

Conclusion Follows

B

Conclusion Does Not Follow

Question 15 of 15

Statement:
A local bookstore reported that sales of self-help books increased by 30% during the first quarter of the year. At the same time, several community wellness programs were launched, and attendance at group therapy sessions doubled compared to the previous quarter.


Conclusion:
Interest in mental health and personal development has grown in the local community.

A

Conclusion Follows

B

Conclusion Does Not Follow

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