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The author said, "Musicians rehearse before their concerts. Actors rehearse their roles before the opening of a new play. On the other hand, I find it strange that many public speakers think they can just walk onto the stage and start speaking. In my opinion, it is no less important for public speakers to rehearse their talks." Based on the above passage, which one of the following is TRUE? A. The author is of the opinion that rehearsing is important for musicians, public speakers and actors B. The author is of the opinion that rehearsing is less important for public speakers than for musicians and actors C. The author is of the opinion that rehearsing is more important for musicians than for public speakers D. The author is of the opinion that rehearsing for a talk is more important for actors than for musicians and public speakers

GATE 2021 · General Aptitude · Verbal Reasoning · medium

Answer: Option A is TRUE: the author believes rehearsing is important for musicians, public speakers, and actors equally.

  1. Identify the author's core claim: The author explicitly values rehearsal for musicians (concerts) and actors (plays). For public speakers, the author says rehearsing is 'no less important' — meaning equally important. So the author believes rehearsal matters equally for all three groups.
  2. Eliminate option B: Option B says rehearsing is less important for public speakers. This directly contradicts 'no less important'. B is FALSE.
  3. Eliminate option C: Option C says rehearsal is more important for musicians than for public speakers. The passage makes no such ranking. 'No less important' establishes equality, not inferiority of public speakers. C is FALSE.
  4. Eliminate option D: Option D ranks actors above musicians and public speakers in rehearsal importance. The passage states no such hierarchy. D is FALSE.
  5. Confirm option A: Option A says rehearsing is important for musicians, public speakers, and actors. The passage endorses rehearsal for musicians and actors directly, and argues it is equally important ('no less important') for public speakers. A correctly captures the author's view for all three groups.