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:
Some grasses are trees.
Some trees are branches.
Some branches are dogs.
Conclusions:
I. Some grasses are branches.
II. Some trees are dogs.
III. Some grasses are dogs.
IV. Some branches are grasses.
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Correct answer: A
Explanation
The correct answer is option 1 i.e. None of the conclusions follow.
The least possible Venn Diagram for the given statements is drawn below:
Conclusions:
I. Some grasses are branches → False (It is possible, but no definite conclusion can be drawn.)
II. Some trees are dogs → False (It is possible, but no definite conclusion can be drawn.)
III. Some grasses are dogs → False (It is possible, but no definite conclusion can be drawn.)
IV. Some branches are grasses → False (It is possible, but no definite conclusion can be drawn.)