CDS 2026 (I) English, question 96

Topic: Relationships between statements

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Directions · Q91 to Q100

In the following items a pair of sentences (S1, S2) is given. Select the most appropriate and relevant co-relationship of the second sentence to the first from among the options (a), (b), (c) and (d), and mark your response on the Answer Sheet accordingly.

Q96

S1 : Slow and steady wins the race.

S2 : Haste makes waste.

The second sentence :

  1. (a) contradicts the assertion of the first
  2. (b) contrasts the assertion of the first
  3. (c) confirms the assertion of the firstCorrect answer
  4. (d) qualifies the assertion of the first

Solution.

Answer: (c) confirms the assertion of the first

  1. Both sayings favour patient, careful action over haste.
  2. S2 supports the practical lesson of S1 and therefore confirms it.