FCTC Verbal Reasoning 2

Question 1

All firefighters must complete annual physical fitness assessments. Carlos is a firefighter. What can be concluded?

Accepted Answer

Carlos must complete an annual physical fitness assessment

Answer

The logical conclusion from 'all firefighters must complete annual assessments' + 'Carlos is a firefighter' is that Carlos must complete an annual physical fitness assessment.

Question 2

A fire station that responds to more than 5,000 calls per year is considered a high-volume station. Station 12 responded to 5,247 calls last year. Which of the following is most accurate?

Accepted Answer

Station 12 is a high-volume station

Answer

5,247 calls exceeds the 5,000-call threshold, so Station 12 meets the definition of a high-volume station.

Question 3

'No probationary firefighter may operate apparatus without a driver certification. Miguel does not have a driver certification.' What can be concluded about Miguel?

Accepted Answer

Miguel is not permitted to operate apparatus

Answer

The rule states no one without driver certification may operate apparatus. Since Miguel lacks certification, he may not operate apparatus — regardless of whether he is probationary or not.

Question 4

'If a structure has more than four stories, a ground ladder will not reach the roof.' Headquarters tower is 6 stories tall. Which conclusion follows?

Accepted Answer

The tower roof cannot be reached by a ground ladder

Answer

Six stories exceeds four stories; therefore, per the stated rule, a ground ladder will not reach the roof of Headquarters tower.

Question 5

'Firefighters assigned to ladder companies receive aerial operations training. All aerial operations trainees complete a written exam and a practical skills evaluation.' Firefighter Santos is assigned to a ladder company. Which MUST be true?

Accepted Answer

Santos will complete both a written exam and a practical skills evaluation

Answer

Santos is on a ladder company → receives aerial ops training → all aerial ops trainees complete written exam AND practical skills evaluation. Therefore Santos will complete both.

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FCTC Verbal Reasoning 2