mdcat logical reasoning MCQ #409

A doctor states: 'If a patient has a fever, they need hydration.' A child has a fever. What must be true?

mdcat logical reasoning MCQ #409

  1. Question 1

    Q1. A doctor states: 'If a patient has a fever, they need hydration.' A child has a fever. What must be true?

    • A) The child needs hydration.
    • B) The child is dehydrated.
    • C) Hydration cures fever.
    • D) Fever indicates infection.

    Answer: The child needs hydration.

    Explanation: Direct application of modus ponens (If P→Q, P→Q). Option B adds unproven assumption about dehydration.