Read the given statements and conclusions carefully. Assuming the information given in the statements is true, even if they appear to be at variance with commonly known facts, decide which of the conclusions logically follow(s) from the statements.
Statements:
All pears are melons.
All melons are apricots.
All apricots are fruits.
Conclusions:
I. All pears are fruits.
II. Some fruits are melons.
Show answer & explanation
Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e. Both conclusions I and II follow.
Conclusions:
I. All pears are fruits. - Follows (because All pears are melons, All melons are apricots and All apricots are fruits. So, All pears are fruits too)
II. Some fruits are melons. - Follows (because All melons are apricots and All apricots are fruits. So, Some fruits are melons too)