Question

    In each of the following questions, a word has been used in

    sentences in THREE different ways. Choose the option corresponding to the sentences in which the usage of the word is CORRECT or APPROPRIATE. Implication (i) The implication of his remarks was that the company would soon shut down.(ii) She filed an implication against her manager for harassment.(iii) The policy change will have far-reaching implications for rural education.
    A Only i Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    B Both i and iii Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    C Only ii Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    D All i, ii, and iii Correct Answer Incorrect Answer
    E None of these Correct Answer Incorrect Answer

    Solution

    (i) Correct – “implication” means suggested or indirect meaning.
    (ii) Incorrect – “Implication” is wrongly used; it should be “complaint” or “allegation.”
    (iii) Correct – “Implications” meaning consequences or effects is valid.

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