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:
1. Most teachers are women.
2. Some women are managers.
Conclusions:
I. Some managers are women.
II. Some teachers are managers.
Show answer & explanation
Correct answer: B
Explanation
The correct answer is option 2 i.e Only conclusion I follow.
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The least possible Venn Diagram for the given statements is drawn below:
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Conclusions: I. Some managers are women. From the basic diagram, some managers are women. Hence conclusion I follow. II. Some teachers are managers. From the basic diagram, no teacher is a manager. Hence, conclusion II does not follow. From the basic diagram, Only conclusions I follow. |
