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:
Some balls are toys.
All circles are balls.
All balls are pits.
Conclusions:
(I) Some circles are toys.
(II) All pits are toys.
Show answer & explanation
Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Neither conclusion (I) nor (II) follow.
Conclusions:
(I) Some circles are toys. - Does not follow (because there is no direct relation between circles and toys so it can be possible but not definite)
(II) All pits are toys. - Does not follow (because Some balls are toys and All balls are pits. So, All pits cannot be toys)