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All Verbal Ability and Reading Comprehension (VARC)

a. For an external object to be considered part of an extended mind, it must be reliably coupled with the biological organism and play a direct, active role in guiding cognitive tasks.
b. Instead, it suggests that external artifacts like notebooks, smartphones, or even physical environments can, under certain conditions, function as constitutive parts of our cognitive systems.
c. The Extended Mind (EM) thesis challenges traditional boundaries of cognition by proposing that mental processes are not solely confined within the skull.
d. This view thus blurs the distinction between internal biological states and external tools, offering a new perspective on human intelligence and interaction with the world.

These sentences, when properly sequenced, form a coherent paragraph. Which of the options best outline their correct order?

1. c, b, a, d

2. c, a, b, d

3. b, c, a, d

4. c, b, d, a

Correct Answer: 1 (c, b, a, d)
To solve "Sentence Rearrangement" or "Para-jumble" tasks, look for the logical flow of ideas:
Step 1 (Introduction): Sentence (c) introduces the main topic, the Extended Mind (EM) thesis, and its core proposition, making it the most suitable opening statement. It sets the stage by presenting the challenge to traditional cognitive boundaries.
Step 2 (Elaboration): Sentence (b) directly follows (c) by elaborating on what the EM thesis proposes. The word "Instead" acts as a clear transition, explaining what the EM thesis suggests in contrast to the traditional view mentioned in (c). It gives examples of external artifacts.
Step 3 (Secondary Factor): Sentence (a) logically builds upon the idea introduced in (b) by defining the conditions under which an "external object" can be considered part of an extended mind. It adds a crucial detail about the mechanism of extension.
Step 4 (Conclusion/Result): Sentence (d) serves as a strong concluding statement, summarizing the broader implication of this view—blurring boundaries and offering a new perspective. The phrase "This view thus" clearly indicates a conclusion drawn from the preceding arguments.

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