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 handles are locks.
No lock is a shelf.
No lock is a cupboard.
Conclusions:
(I) No handle is a shelf.
(II) Some cupboards are shelves.
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Correct answer: D
Explanation
The correct answer is option 4 i.e. only conclusion (I) follows.
Conclusions:
(I) No handle is a shelf. - Follows (because all handles are locks and no lock is a shelf. So, no handle is a shelf too)
(II) Some cupboards are shelves. - Does not follow (It can be possible but not definite)