Consider the following statement and choose the option that follows.
Statement: The company has decided to switch to renewable energy sources for its operations.
Inferences:
I. The company aims to reduce its carbon footprint.
II. The company’s current energy sources are expensive.
Show answer & explanation
Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Only I follows.
Inferences:
I. Follows (Switching to renewable energy generally indicates an intention to reduce environmental impact, including lowering carbon emissions. So, it is a logical inference.)
II. Does not follow (The statement does not mention anything about the cost of current energy sources. The decision could be for environmental, regulatory, or long-term reasons, not necessarily because current energy is expensive.)