Question

Humans are naturally compassionate and honest. In a study using strategically placed wallets that appear “lost”, it was found that wallets with money are more likely to be returned than wallets without money. Similarly, wallets that had a key and money are more likely to be returned than wallets with the same amount of money alone. This suggests that the primary reason for this behavior is compassion and empathy.
Which one of the following is the CORRECT logical inference based on the information in the above passage?

• A. Wallets with a key are more likely to be returned because people do not care about money
• B. Wallets with a key are more likely to be returned because people relate to suffering of others
• C. Wallets used in experiments are more likely to be returned than wallets that are really lost
• D. Money is always more important than keys

Hint:

When analyzing logical inferences, focus on the main message of the passage and avoid overgeneralizing based on one detail.

Answer 1

The Correct Option is B

The passage suggests that wallets with money are more likely to be returned because people feel a sense of compassion and empathy, not just because of the value of the money itself. Additionally, wallets with a key are even more likely to be returned, which indicates that people relate to the inconvenience or suffering that losing keys can cause.
Option (A) Wallets with a key are more likely to be returned because people do not care about money: This statement is incorrect. The passage highlights that wallets with a key and money are more likely to be returned, suggesting that compassion and empathy for the person who lost the wallet are factors, not a lack of care for money.
Option (B) Wallets with a key are more likely to be returned because people relate to the suffering of others: This statement is correct. The passage suggests that people empathize with the potential inconvenience of losing a key, which is why wallets with a key and money are more likely to be returned.
Option (C) Wallets used in experiments are more likely to be returned than wallets that are really lost: This is not supported by the passage. The study involves strategically placed wallets that appear “lost”, and there is no comparison with wallets that are genuinely lost.
Option (D) Money is always more important than keys: This statement is not supported by the passage either. The passage shows that wallets with both a key and money are more likely to be returned, indicating that the value of empathy and compassion is key, not just the importance of money.
Thus, the correct answer is (B).