SSC CGL 2025 PYQ — Question 21

SSC CGL - 14 Oct 2025 - Shift 1 • Reasoning • Q21

Read the following statement carefully and identify the conclusion that follows.

Statement:

People who exercise regularly experience less mental stress.

Conclusion:

I. Exercise is the only way to completely eliminate mental stress.

II. Physical activity has a positive effect on mental health.

Show answer & explanation

Correct answer: B

Explanation

Only conclusion II follows.

Conclusion I is incorrect because the statement describes exercise as a way to reduce stress, but not the 'only way.' Whenever strong words like 'only,' 'all,' or 'always' are used in a conclusion, it is often incorrect.

 

Conclusion II is absolutely correct because the statement directly shows the relationship between exercise (physical activity) and reduced mental stress (positive mental health).