Free Practice Question
CR · Critical Reasoning
605-655
Inference
During the festive season, many individuals engage in baking as a way to cope with the winter blues. Research suggests that during the colder months, shorter days can lead to a type of seasonal affective disorder linked to reduced sunlight exposure. Consuming carbohydrates, including sweets and baked goods, can enhance serotonin levels in the brain, a chemical that helps improve mood. In this context, carbohydrates may function similarly to certain antidepressant medications.
Which of the following statements can be logically inferred from the text?
Which of the following statements can be logically inferred from the text?
Answer Choices
Sign in to reveal the correct answerA
Some antidepressants work by increasing serotonin levels in the brain.
B
Seasonal affective disorder is easily manageable compared to other forms of depression.
C
Reduced sunlight exposure is associated with lower serotonin levels.
D
Individuals are more prone to experience mood disorders during the winter months.
E
Increasing neurotransmitter levels in the brain can effectively alleviate depressive symptoms.
Reveal the correct answer
Sign in for free to check your answer and unlock the full explanation.
Track your performance and improve
Get detailed analytics, unlock full explanations, and move up difficulty tiers as you practice.
Explanation
Unlock the full explanation
Create a free account to reveal the correct answer, see the step-by-step explanation, and start tracking your GMAT progress.
Comments
4
Sign in to join the discussion
H
HarshJan 24, 2025
Thanks for sharingThank you for sharing!!thanks for sharing
Details
Difficulty
605-655
Type
CR