Read the given statements and conclusions carefully. Assuming that the information given in the statements is true, even if it appears to be at variance with commonly known facts, decide which of the given conclusions logically follow(s) from the statements.
Statements:
- All pens are markers.
- Some erasers are pens.
Conclusions:
(I) Some markers are erasers.
(II) All markers are pens.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. Only conclusion (I) follows.
Conclusions:
(I) Some markers are erasers. - Follows (because Some erasers are pens and All pens are markers.)
(II) All markers are pens. - Does not follow (because All pens are markers given)