Read the given statements and conclusions carefully. Assuming that the information given in the statement(s) 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 statement(s).
Statements:
All sheep are cows.
Some cows are horses.
All horses are jackals.
Conclusion:
(I) Some jackals are cows.
(II) Some horses are sheep.
Show answer & explanation
Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. Only Conclusion (I) follows.
The least possible Venn Diagram is shown below:
Conclusion:
(I) Some jackals are cows: Follows (The part of Jackals that is horse is also Cows because some cows are horses)
(II) Some horses are sheep: Doesn't follow (It is possible but not definite)