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NMAT · Logical Reasoning

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Revision Notes — Logical Links

Key concepts, formulas, and definitions from Logical Links for NMAT Logical Reasoning preparation.

Key Topics to Revise

1

Understanding Logical Links

  • Logical links are words that join two or more simple statements to form compound statements
  • Simple statements: Independent statements like 'I will go to watch a movie'
  • Compound statements: Formed by joining simple statements with logical links
2

If-Then Logical Link

  • Most important logical link in conditional reasoning
  • Format: 'If A happens, then B happens'
  • Valid conclusion: If A occurs, then B will definitely occur
3

Only If-Then Logical Link

  • Format: 'Only if A happens, then B happens'
  • Meaning: A is the ONLY condition for B to occur
  • Valid conclusion: If B occurs, then A must have occurred
4

Either-Or Logical Link

  • Two types: Inclusive (and/or) and Exclusive (one or the other, not both)
  • For CAT purposes, treat as EXCLUSIVE unless stated otherwise
  • Format: 'Either A will happen or B will happen'

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Key Concepts

Simple statements express single ideas (eCreates a conditional relationship where oneCreates a restrictive condition where BIn CAT reasoningInclusive 'or' means at least one

Frequently Asked Questions

What topics are covered in Logical Links for NMAT?
Logical Links is an important chapter in NMAT Logical Reasoning. It covers key concepts and formulas that are frequently tested in the exam. Key topics include: Understanding Logical Links, If-Then Logical Link, Only If-Then Logical Link, Either-Or Logical Link.
How important is Logical Links for NMAT?
Logical Links is a frequently tested chapter in NMAT Logical Reasoning. Questions from this chapter appear regularly in previous year papers. There are 45 practice questions available for this chapter.
How to prepare Logical Links for NMAT?
Start by understanding the core concepts, then solve practice questions. Focus on formulas and their applications. Use revision notes for quick review before the exam.

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