AILET Decision Making Practice Questions With Solutions

A wildfire has broken out in a large national park, spreading quickly due to dry conditions and strong winds. The forest officers only have a limited amount of firefighting resources, including helicopters, water trucks, and personnel. They must decide where to allocate these resources to save as much of the park as possible. To maximize their efforts, they prioritise the areas of the park that are home to endangered species and ecosystems that would be the hardest to recover if destroyed by the fire. Which of the following most mirrors the principle in the passage above? I. A university offers a limited number of scholarships each year. To ensure the best use of its funds, it prioritizes applicants from underprivileged backgrounds and those with academic potential, believing this will have the most significant long-term impact on the community. II. A charitable foundation receives an influx of donations for disaster relief. In distributing the funds, it focuses on the hardest-hit communities where homes were completely destroyed, providing them with emergency shelter and rebuilding services before addressing other needs. III. A large grocery store faces a major food supply shortage due to transportation issues. To minimize the impact on customers, the store decides to limit the sale of high-demand items like milk, bread, and meat, allowing each shopper to purchase only a small amount to ensure everyone can get basic supplies. Select the correct option :

Where public safety or the protection of human life is at stake, it is justified to limit personal freedoms and privacy in order to ensure the well-being of the broader public. Based on the above principle, which of the following actions would be justified?

Principle: The impact of leadership styles on historical events can shape the course of nations and influence the outcomes of conflicts. Facts: During the late 20th century, two prominent leaders emerged during a territorial dispute: X advocated for peaceful negotiations and diplomacy, while Y supported aggressive military action to assert dominance. After a series of failed internal talks, Y’s approach led to a major conflict, resulting in significant casualties and territorial loss for both sides. In contrast, X’s proposed solution, although initially rejected, eventually gained support and led to de-escalation of the conflict. Based on the above, which of the following statements is most accurate?

Principle: A property owner is responsible for maintaining the safety of their premises and is liable for any injuries that occur due to hazardous conditions in the premises, unless the injured party was trespassing. Facts: Tara owns a retail store, and a heavy rainstorm caused a leak in the ceiling of the store. Tara was aware of the leak but did not have time to fix it before customers arrived the next morning. She placed a sign warning customers of the wet floor. However, Aman, who entered the store to browse, slipped on the wet floor and injured his leg. Aman did not see the warning sign. Based on the above which of the following statements is most accurate?

Principle: A party to a contract is responsible for fulfilling their obligations under the agreement and is liable for damages if they fail to do so. Facts: Richa enters into a contract with a catering company, Big Bites, to provide catering services for her wedding reception. The contract specifies that Big Bites will provide food for 125 guests on a specific date. On the day of the event, Big Bites only delivers food for 75 guests due to road closure on account of VIP movement. Richa is forced to make last-minute alternate arrangements to feed the additional guests, incurring extra costs. Select the most appropriate option :

Principle: A party who receives a benefit at the expense of another party is required to make restitution to prevent unjust enrichment. Facts: Anita hires a construction company, Best Builders, to renovate her swimming pool. The contract states that Best Builders will install new water purifiers for a total cost of INR 10,000. During the renovation, Best Builders installs high-end purifiers worth INR 15,000 instead of the standard ones specified in the contract. When the project is completed, Anita enjoys the upgraded purifiers but only pays the agreed-upon amount of INR 10,000. Select the most appropriate option :

Principle: The opportunity cost of a decision is the value of the next best alternative that is forgone when a choice is made. Facts: Shyam is an aspiring artist who has a chance to exhibit his paintings at a local gallery for two months. He can either take this opportunity, which would allow him to showcase his work and potentially sell pieces for a total profit of INR 50,000, or he can accept a temporary job offer for the same duration of two months, that would earn him INR 30,000 in total. After careful consideration, Shyam decides to exhibit his paintings at the gallery. Which of the following statements is true regarding Shyam’s decision?

Principle: Confirmation bias is the tendency to search for, interpret, and remember information in a way that confirms one’s pre-existing beliefs. Facts: Mala is an avid believer in the benefits of a plant-based diet and often shares articles and studies that support her view on social media. When she comes across a scientific study that suggests a balanced omnivorous diet can also provide significant health benefits, she dismisses it without reading, focusing instead on the findings of studies that align with her beliefs. Which of the following statements is true regarding Mala’s behaviour?

Principle: The Dunning-Kruger effect is a cognitive bias wherein individuals with low ability at a task overestimate their ability, while those with high ability may underestimate their competence. Facts: Tutu, a new employee at a tech company, recently completed a basic coding course. Feeling confident, she frequently shares her opinions about software development with her colleagues, often dismissing their suggestions as unnecessary. Meanwhile, Saba, a senior developer with years of experience, is careful about her own ideas and often second-guesses her suggestions during team meetings. Which of the following statements is true regarding Tutu and Saba’s behaviours?

Principle: Any person who publishes false statements that result in significant financial losses to a business shall be guilty of an offense. Facts: Jatin publishes a news article claiming that a popular restaurant has been serving unsafe food. Jatin sincerely believes this to be true. The restaurant suffers significant financial losses as a result. However, it is later revealed that the statements in Jatin’s article were false. Has Jatin committed an offence ?