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 lakes are rivers.
- All rivers are dams.
Conclusions:
(I) At least some dams are lakes.
(II) All rivers are lakes.
Show answer & explanation
Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e.Only conclusion I follows.
Conclusions:
(I) At least some dams are lakes. - Follows (because all lakes are rivers and all rivers are dams. So, some dams are lakes too)
(II) All rivers are lakes. - Does not follow (because all lakes are rivers given)