Syllogism questions and answers

20 questions in 2 online tests, each with its answer and a worked solution.

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Syllogism: key points

Syllogism questions test whether a conclusion must follow from a group of statements.

  • Use only the information in the statements.
  • “All A are B” does not mean all B are A.
  • A conclusion follows only when it is true in every valid diagram.

How to practise Syllogism

Start with the key points, then take one Syllogism test without rushing. Review every explanation, note the steps you missed and repeat the topic against the clock. APTITUDE TESTER has 20 questions in 2 tests for this topic.

  • Read the method before attempting a timed test.
  • Record mistakes by type: concept, calculation or time management.
  • Return to the hardest questions after a day and try them again.

Continue with another Reasoning topic when your accuracy is steady.

Syllogism online tests

Sample Syllogism questions

  1. 1. Statements: All pens are tools. All tools are useful. Conclusion: All pens are useful.
    1. Does not follow
    2. Follows
    3. Both are false
    4. Cannot be decided

    Reference: q-b8d1f111-87 · Report this question

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    Answer: B. Follows

    Pens belong to tools and tools are useful, so pens are useful.
  2. 2. Statements: Some books are novels. All novels are fiction. Conclusion: Some books are fiction.
    1. Follows
    2. Both are false
    3. Does not follow
    4. Only the statement follows

    Reference: q-5839096f-95 · Report this question

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    Answer: A. Follows

    The books that are novels are also fiction.
  3. 3. Statements: No cats are dogs. Some pets are cats. Conclusion: Some pets are not dogs.
    1. Follows
    2. Both are false
    3. Only the statement is uncertain
    4. Does not follow

    Reference: q-74fe78f8-86 · Report this question

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    Answer: A. Follows

    The pets that are cats cannot be dogs.

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Syllogism: questions people ask

How many Syllogism questions are there?

There are 20 Syllogism questions in 2 tests. Each test has its own page that lists the questions with their answers and solutions.

How long does a Syllogism test take?

A test of 10 questions has a time limit of 15 minutes, which is 90 seconds a question.

Is there negative marking?

Rules vary by set. The rules screen shows the time limit, marks, any wrong-answer penalty and calculator permission before you begin. Feedback mode has no time limit or negative marking.

Can I practise Syllogism without a time limit?

Yes. Choose practice mode: there is no clock, and the answer and solution appear as soon as you select an option.