Question

What is converse for statement if p then q?

(a) if not q then not p

(b) if q then p

(c) if not p then q

(d) if not p then not q

This question was addressed to me during an online interview.

My question comes from Mathematical Reasoning topic in division Mathematical Reasoning of Mathematics – Class 11

Answer 1

Right answer is (b) if q then p

Best explanation: Converse statement for given statement “if p then q” is “if q then p” i.e. q => p or q implies p.