In this question, three statements are given, followed by two conclusions numbered I and II. Assuming the statements to be true, even if they seem to be at variance with commonly known facts, decide which of the conclusions logically follows/follow from the statements.
Statements:
I. All vases are bottles.
II. All bottles are flasks.
III. All flasks are cups.
Conclusions:
I. Some cups are bottles.
II. All vases are flasks.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Both conclusions I and II follow.
Conclusions:
I. Some cups are bottles. - Follows (because All bottles are flasks and All flasks are cups. So, Some cups are bottles too)
II. All vases are flasks.- Follows (because All bottles are flasks and All vases are bottles. So, All vases are flasks too)