Reasoning – Statement – Courses of Action
What is Statement – Courses of Action?
You are given a problem statement and must choose a suitable action to resolve or respond to it.
Types of Actions
1. Preventive: Stops the problem from growing.
2. Corrective: Solves the problem directly.
3. Irrelevant: Doesn’t help in solving the issue.
Example Questions
- Problem: A large number of accidents on highways.
Action I: Increase highway patrols.
Action II: Ban cars.
Answer: Answer: Only Action I is logical.
- Problem: School students fall sick after meals.
Action I: Check food quality regularly.
Action II: Close school canteen permanently.
Answer: Answer: I is more appropriate.
Exam Tips
- Prefer practical, feasible, non-extreme actions.
- Avoid emotionally driven or radical steps.
- Focus on relevance and effectiveness.
Common Mistakes
- Choosing extreme measures like bans or shutdowns.
- Not linking the action logically to the problem.
- Accepting vague or general responses as solutions.
Quick Revision Checklist
- Match action directly to the issue.
- Ask: Will this solve or mitigate the problem?
- Eliminate impractical or irrelevant options.
Summary: Courses of Action problems test problem-solving and judgment. The best action is always relevant, practical, and effective.