Logical Reasoning series: Tips to crack and ace exams

If you are preparing to attempt competitive exams be it to study abroad or to crack the government exams, logical reasoning is an integral part of the exam.

If you are a candidate preparing to attempt competitive exams be it to study abroad or to crack the government exams, logical reasoning is an integral part of the exam model.

As much as logical reasoning can be confusing and a tough nut to crack, it can also be fun trying to attempt these questions.(Shutterstock)

As much as logical reasoning can be confusing and a tough nut to crack, it can also be fun trying to attempt these questions. To solve these questions one must try to think outside of the box and questions can also be solved with some tricks down the sleeve.

For example, consider the following question on blood relations:

• Showing a photograph of a boy, Rahul said, “He is the son of the only son of my mother.” How is Rahul related to that boy?

How to solve the above question?

From the passage, it is clear that the photograph is that of a man. It is also clear that Rahul is the only son of his mother and the photograph is the son of Rahul.