Read the following statement carefully and identify the conclusion that follows.
Statement: Fewer people applied for teaching posts this year.
Conclusions:
I. Teaching is losing popularity.
II. Applicants may be seeking better-paying jobs.
Show answer & explanation
Correct answer: C
Explanation
The correct answer is option 3 i.e. Both I and II follow.
Conclusions:
I. Follows (Because if fewer people are applying, it indicates reduced interest compared to before. A fall in applications reasonably suggests a decline in popularity.)
II. Follows (This uses “may be” (possibility). Fewer applicants can have many reasons, and better salary is a reasonable possible cause.)