Read the following statements and evaluate the conclusion based on traditional syllogistic logic. Consider the statements to be absolutely true, even if they appear contrary to known facts. Determine which conclusion(s) logically follow from the given statements.
Statements:
All metals are elements.
Some elements are gases.
Conclusions:
I. Some metals are gases.
II. All gases being elements is a possibility.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Only Conclusion II follows.
Conclusions:
I. Some metals are gases. - Does not follow (It is possible but not definite)
II. All gases being elements is a possibility. - Follows (some elements are gases so, all gases being elements is a possibility is true)